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Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 24, 2019 |
#R1# Swann swats away the attempt to clinch by Hritzkowin. A bone on bone clash there as Swann blocks the leg kick.
A low kick from Hritzkowin is predictable there and Swann counters with a nice body shot. Jermey Hritzkowin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hritzkowin is looking to clinch but Swann is avoiding it.
Hritzkowin is looking to clinch but Swann is avoiding it.
Hritzkowin throws a body kick that misses and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Swann circles away from the clinch attempt letting Swann counter with a right hand. Hritzkowin throws a lazy right hand but Swann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Hritzkowin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. Hritzkowin is looking to clinch but Swann is avoiding it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hritzkowin moves away. Hritzkowin pushes Swann away with a front kick. Hritzkowin lands a nice looking body kick. Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1# Danga de danga de dang - Hritzkowin scores with a four punch combination! Hritzkowin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Swann's sensitive parts. Hritzkowin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann. #CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Swann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hritzkowins head. Hritzkowin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Swann's defenses. Nice body punch from Hritzkowin - that landed with a thud.
Swann lands a right hand. Swann blocking some punches.
Hritzkowin swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Hritzkowin can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hritzkowin blocks an uppercut.
Swann scores with an uppercut up the middle. Swann lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hritzkowin backwards. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hritzkowin swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Swann on the inside. Hritzkowin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Swann lands a nice shot to the body. Swann lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Hritzkowin lands on the inside with an uppercut. A shot in the inside from Swann. Hritzkowin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hritzkowins head. Swann misses with a punch to the body.
Hritzkowin working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin misses with some punches.
Hritzkowin misses with a short punch on the inside. Hritzkowin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann digs a right hand underneath Hritzkowin's ribcage. Hritzkowin let out a lung full of air as it connected. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Swann lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3# Swann misses with some punches.
Hritzkowin struggles to land a body shot inside as Swann controls his hands.
Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann lands with a short punch from the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hritzkowin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Swann's brow. Hritzkowin blocking some punches.
Hritzkowin throws an elbow that misses.
Swann lands with a left to the head. Swann lands a shoulder strike. Hritzkowin lands a right hand. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Hritzkowin lands a hook to the side of the head. A quick uppercut on the inside from Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin misses with a punch to the body.
Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. This has been an exciting period of action! Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hritzkowin misses with a punch on the inside.
Hritzkowin has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Swann scores with a shoulder strike. #T4# Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. Hritzkowin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Swann blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Hritzkowin working aggressively here.
Hritzkowin throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Swann lands a nice uppercut. Swann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin misses with a hook from the clinch. Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. A head punch on the inside from Hritzkowin fails to land. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. Hritzkowin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Swann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Hritzkowin.
Swann lands a hook that snaps the head of Hritzkowin backwards. 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 Ross Swann will probably get the nod. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Hritzkowin has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hritzkowin there as he acknowledges the shot. Swann connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Hritzkowin fails in his attempt to clinch. Swann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Hritzkowin looks to land a right hand but Swann moved out of range. Swann cracks Hritzkowin with a good jab. Swann scores with a slapping inside leg kick. A swing and a miss from Hritzkowin. Swann lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Swann checks a low kick from Hritzkowin. Swann moves into range and connects with a jab. A leg kick checked by Swann. Swann swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Swann with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Swann goes for a high kick. It partially lands. This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2# Hritzkowin takes the fight into the clinch. Hritzkowin creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hritzkowin can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
#T1# Swann lands with a right to the head. A hook to the body from Hritzkowin.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Swann scores with an uppercut up the middle. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann lands on the inside with an uppercut. Swann tries to throw a body punch but Hritzkowin avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Hritzkowin pushes Swann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hritzkowin. Ross Swann has scored more points in the clinch so far. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Swann blocks a body shot from Hritzkowin. A hook to the body from Swann.
Hritzkowin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Hritzkowin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hritzkowin scores with a shoulder strike. Swann is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Hritzkowin swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann dodges an elbow strike from Hritzkowin.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. #T2# Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Swann blocks an elbow strike. Hritzkowin scores with a hook to the body. A short body shot lands from Hritzkowin as the two fighters clinch.
Hritzkowin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann misses with a punch to the body.
Hritzkowin blocks a body shot from Swann. A head punch on the inside from Hritzkowin fails to land. Hritzkowin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hritzkowin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Swann lands a body shot. Swann tries to throw a body punch but Hritzkowin avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Hritzkowin lands an uppercut. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Hritzkowin misses with some punches.
Swann lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hritzkowin backwards. Hritzkowin struggles to land a body shot inside as Swann controls his hands.
Swann working aggressively here.
#T3# Hritzkowin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann takes a shot to the head. Hritzkowin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Hritzkowin takes a shot to the head. Swann gets through Hritzkowin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Swann lands an uppercut. A short uppercut from Hritzkowin. Swann lands a hook that snaps the head of Hritzkowin backwards. Swann blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Hritzkowin.
Hritzkowin misses with a punch on the inside.
Hritzkowin swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch on the inside from Hritzkowin fails to land. Hritzkowin misses with an elbow over the top. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hritzkowin. Swann prevents a body shot from Hritzkowin. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann pushes Hritzkowin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4# Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Hritzkowin misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hritzkowin. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hritzkowin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Hritzkowin tries to work over Swann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hritzkowin swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Hritzkowin looks to throw an elbow but misses. Hritzkowin throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Hritzkowin working aggressively here.
Hritzkowin misses with some punches.
Hritzkowin stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A shot in the inside from Hritzkowin. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Hritzkowin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann struggles to land a body shot inside as Hritzkowin controls his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jermey Hritzkowin will probably get the nod - 10:9. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Swann takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Swann lands a nice shot that snaps Hritzkowin's head back.
Hritzkowin throws a chopping leg kick but Swann manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Swann scores with a nice strike. Hritzkowin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Swann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Swann slips a straight right by Hritzkowin. Swann is looking to counter punch. Swann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hritzkowin throws a right hand that misses
enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Hritzkowin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Hritzkowin throws a body kick, spinning off balance and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Hritzkowin misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Swann looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Swann fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hritzkowin on the side of the head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hritzkowin misses the body punch and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hritzkowin is looking to clinch. Hritzkowin looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Hritzkowin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Swann. Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far.#T1# Hritzkowin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Some wild striking there from Hritzkowin.
Hritzkowin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Swann digs a good hook to Hritzkowin's body.
#CL2# Hritzkowin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Hritzkowin misses with some punches.
Hritzkowin swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Hritzkowin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hritzkowin misses with the head strike.
Hritzkowin throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Swann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Swann blocking some punches.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. #T2# Swann blocks an elbow strike from Hritzkowin.
Hritzkowin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. Hritzkowin is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent. Hritzkowin misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Swann. Swann is working Hritzkowin over against the cage. Swann lands a shoulder strike. Hritzkowin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hritzkowin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hritzkowin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Swann.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin pushes off an throws an elbow but Swann leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. A short uppercut from Swann. Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. Hritzkowin misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3# Swann digs a right hand into Hritzkowin's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hritzkowin's gas tank. Swann presses Hritzkowin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Hritzkowin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Swann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A head punch on the inside from Hritzkowin fails to land. Swann lands a nice uppercut. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hritzkowin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Swann's brow. A short right from Swann. Hritzkowin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann lands with a light punch inside. Hritzkowin misses with a hook from the clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Hritzkowin misses with a punch to the body.
Hritzkowin struggles to land a body shot inside as Swann controls his hands.
Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Hritzkowin. With the fighters up against the cage, Hritzkowin throws an elbow but misses. Hritzkowin misses with a punch on the inside.
Hritzkowin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4# Hritzkowin prevents a body shot from Swann. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Hritzkowin uses good head movement to avoid it. Hritzkowin misses with the head strike.
Hritzkowin lands with a short shot to the head. Swann blocking some punches.
Hritzkowin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hritzkowin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Hritzkowin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hritzkowin misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hritzkowin backwards. Hritzkowin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Hritzkowin uses good head movement to avoid it. Hritzkowin throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann showed his dominance in that final round. I think Swann 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:29 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Ross Swann! After winning the bout, Ross Swann thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 02, 2018 |
#R1# This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Swann. Swann works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Swann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Swann feints and then cracks Diaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Diaz down. A solid leg kick lands there for Swann.
Swann lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Diaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swann throws out the jab. Diaz throws out a counter right but Swann avoids it with no problem. Swann throws a leg kick that misses. A nice side step and Diaz releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Swann jabs Diaz to the body, keeping him at a distance. Swann misses with a looping right. It seemed like Diaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Diaz shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Swann sprawls well. Swann wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Diaz gets slowly back to his feet.#T1# Swann jabs Diaz right on the nose. Diaz blinks but takes it well. Swann throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Swann connects with a high kick. #CUT# It looks like Luiz Diaz has been cut. Diaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann. A nice inside leg kick there by Swann. That's going to slow Diaz down. Swann throws a quick inside leg kick. Swann throws a hook but Diaz blocks it. A head kick misses from Swann. Swann throws the left hand but Diaz avoids the punch easily. It seemed like Diaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2# Nice jab there from Swann. Swann misses with a looping right.#TD2# Swann gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Diaz to score an easy takedown into full guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Diaz throws a strike but Swann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2# Diaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Swann looking to pass the guard. #SU# Swann decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Swann scores with a crisp jab that stopped Diaz in his tracks. #T3# Swann misses with a looping left. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Diaz! But no joy.#TD2# Diaz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Swann looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Diaz fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#SUB2# Diaz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #ES# Swann throws Diaz to one side and escapes! Swann throws a hook but Diaz avoids it easily. Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Swann connects with a jab.#T4# Diaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swann. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diaz ducks under a wild hook from Swann. A little jabbing left from Diaz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Swann listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Diaz drops his hands momentarily and Swann takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Diaz 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. Swann rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Diaz makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Diaz dives in and grabs Swann's left leg, looking for a takedown. Swann pushes down on Diaz's head and hops out. Horrible takedown attempt by Diaz or perhaps it was just good defense by Swann, which made it look bad. Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luiz Diaz. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. The cut man is working on Luiz Diaz's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Swann connects with an inside leg kick. Swann lands a head kick. Diaz smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Diaz tries for a takedown but Swann sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2# Diaz shoots in and gets a takedown into Swann's guard.#ES# Swann has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Diaz has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Diaz prevents a body shot from Swann. Swann pushes Diaz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann lands a hook that snaps the head of Diaz backwards. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Diaz. Swann makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1# Swann lands a nice uppercut. Swann lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Diaz backwards. Diaz blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Swann. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Diaz controls the action.
Diaz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Diaz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A nice left hand lands by Swann.
Swann working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Swann scores with a nice hook to the head. Swann lands with a left to the head. Swann tries to throw a body punch but Diaz avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Diaz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luiz Diaz.#T2# Swann throws a head punch that misses. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. This has been an exciting period of action! Diaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Swann scores with a nice short uppercut. Swann is leaning against Diaz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Diaz blocks an uppercut.
Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Diaz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Ross Swann has scored more points in the clinch so far. Diaz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Good body shot from Swann.
Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Nice body punch from Swann. #T3# Swann scores with a shoulder strike. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. Swann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Diaz can do to turn this around? Swann gets through Diaz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Diaz blocks a body shot from Swann. Swann cracks Diaz with a nice body shot. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Swann.
Swann lands a shoulder strike. Diaz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Swann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Swann lands an uppercut.#ROC# Diaz is rocked! Swann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Diaz backwards. Diaz is still on wobbly legs! Can Swann finish him? Swann scores with a shoulder strike. #T4# Swann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Diazs head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Diaz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Swann smiles and moves away.
Diaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Swann cracks Diaz with a hook to the temple - Diaz is on wobbly legs here! Swann swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Diaz falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Swann wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ross Swann! Ross Swann decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 10, 2018 |
#R1# Hritzkowin misses with a head kick.
Hritzkowin takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hritzkowin connects with a high kick. Hritzkowin misses with a looping right. A countering left hand to the body from Swann misses. Swann keeps the fight on the outside. Hritzkowin throws a head kick that misses. Hritzkowin looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Swann lands a right hook to the body.
Hritzkowin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. A decent looking cross lands there for Swann. Hritzkowin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Swann ducks under a wild hook from Hritzkowin. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hritzkowin has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Swann's corner calls for a 1-2. Swann obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Swann dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Swann scores with a decent looking hook. Hritzkowin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin misses with a leg kick. #T1# Hritzkowin moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Swann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Swann getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Swann lands a jab to Hritzkowin's midsection. Swann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Swann 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.
Hritzkowin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hritzkowin tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Swann is able to avoid easily. Swann only half commits to the counter leg kick. Swann staying out of range there. Jermey Hritzkowin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann with a nice cross. Swann with a body punch. A glancing blow. Hritzkowin walks into a stiff left hand from Swann.#ROC2# Hritzkowin is rocked! The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Hritzkowin misses with a body kick. Swann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Oh Hritzkowin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Hritzkowin thows a leg kick but Swann checks it and Swann counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Hritzkowin seems to have got his legs back now. Swann scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hritzkowin doesn't seem bothered though. Hritzkowin throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Hritzkowin wants to clinch.#T2# Hritzkowin tries to clinch but Swann moves out of range. Hritzkowin dips to his left and cracks Swann with an uppercut! Swann looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Swann with a nice cross. Hritzkowin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Swann. Hritzkowin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hritzkowin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Hritzkowin throws a head kick but Swann moves out of range.
#CL# Hritzkowin has Swann up against the cage in a clinch.
Hritzkowin scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hritzkowin tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
Hritzkowin misses with a punch to the body.
Swann tries a body shot but Hritzkowin blocks it.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
#T3# Hritzkowin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann lands with a left to the head. Swann cracks Hritzkowin with a nice body shot. Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hritzkowin has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Swann blocking some punches.
Hritzkowin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Swann scores with a nice hook to the head. Swann lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hritzkowin backwards. Hritzkowin blocks an uppercut.
Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Swann. Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann lands a shoulder strike. Swann lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hritzkowin backwards. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hritzkowin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hritzkowin's elbow. Swann misses with a body punch.
Hritzkowin throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Hritzkowin throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Hritzkowin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4# Nice body punch from Swann - that landed with a thud.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Swann lands with a left to the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin digs a right hand underneath Swann's ribcage. Swann let out a lung full of air as it connected. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Swann lands a shoulder strike. Swann blocking some punches.
Swann tries to throw a body punch but Hritzkowin avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Swann lands a body punch. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. With the fighters up against the cage, Hritzkowin throws an elbow but misses. Hritzkowin lands a right hand. Swann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hritzkowin misses with the head strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hritzkowin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. A shot in the inside from Swann. Hritzkowin misses with the head strike.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Swann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hritzkowin looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Hritzkowin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Hritzkowin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Swann moves away from the strike by Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin misses the jab. Swann scores with a jab. Hritzkowin throws a half hearted mid kick. Hritzkowin fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jab by Swann.#CL# Hritzkowin darts in and clinches Swann up against the cage. Swann gets through Hritzkowin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Hritzkowin uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann gets through Hritzkowin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Ross Swann seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Hritzkowin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Swann lands on the inside with an uppercut. Swann makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1# A head punch on the inside from Hritzkowin fails to land. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Hritzkowin. Swann blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hritzkowin is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Swann's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems. Hritzkowin misses with some punches.
Hritzkowin misses with a body punch.
Swann has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. Hritzkowin swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Swann lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin lands with a light punch inside. A quick uppercut on the inside from Swann. A short uppercut from Swann. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann lands with a right to the head. Hritzkowin lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Swann.#T2# Hritzkowin misses with a punch to the body.
Hritzkowin throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Swann lands a left hand.
Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hritzkowin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann pushes Hritzkowin back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Swann misses with some punches.
Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Hritzkowin misses with a body punch.
Swann lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hritzkowin or not. Hritzkowin struggles to land a body shot inside as Swann controls his hands.
Hritzkowin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Swann tries a body shot but Hritzkowin blocks it.
Swann tries a body shot but Hritzkowin blocks it.
Swann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A short right hand to the side of the head by Swann. Hritzkowin has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
#T3# Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Hritzkowin misses with an elbow over the top. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Swann. A short left from Swann. Swann lands a body punch. Swann throws a head punch that misses. Hritzkowin misses with a short punch on the inside. Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hritzkowin takes a shot to the head. A shot in the inside from Swann. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Swann avoids the elbow strike from Hritzkowin, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Hritzkowin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hritzkowin throws a head punch that misses. #T4# Hritzkowin prevents a body shot from Swann. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin cracks Swann with a nice body shot. A right hook to the body lands for Swann.
A short uppercut from Swann. Swann lands on the inside with an uppercut. Hritzkowin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Swann blocks a body shot from Hritzkowin. Swann working aggressively here.
Swann avoids the elbow strike from Hritzkowin, against the cage.
Swann digs a right hand underneath Hritzkowin's ribcage. Hritzkowin let out a lung full of air as it connected. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Swann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Swann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Hritzkowin scores with an uppercut up the middle. Swann lands with a short shot to the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hritzkowin stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Hritzkowin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hritzkowin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann blocks the elbow strike.
Hritzkowin lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Swann or not. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann 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# Swann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hritzkowin.
Hritzkowin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Swann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Swann moves out of range of the body kick. Swann slips a jab from Hritzkowin. Swann avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Swann lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Hritzkowin. Hritzkowin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Swann moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Good exchange - Swann coming out on top. Swann smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hritzkowin takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Swann tests Hritzkowin's chin there with a solid looking shot. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann lands with a nice body punch. Swann digs a good hook to Hritzkowin's body.
#T1# Hritzkowin loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Swann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Hritzkowin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Hritzkowin throws a body shot but no joy. Hritzkowin gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Swann. Hritzkowin looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range. Nice jab there from Swann. Swann walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Hritzkowin drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Swann swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Hritzkowin's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ross Swann! A very excited looking Ross Swann 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:
Lupe 9 Girls
Date: Jun 30, 2018 |
#R1# Swann misses with a wild body shot. Spar is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Swann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Swann lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Spar takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses. Swann tries a low kick but Spar avoids it. Spar wants to clinch. Swann takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Spar ducks right into an uppercut from Swann. A jab from Swann misses. Swann's jab looks to have found its range, popping Spar under the eye. This has been an exciting period of action! Spar uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Swann. Spar throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Spar ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Spar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Swann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Spar takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1# A low kick from Spar is predictable there and Swann counters with a slapping leg kick. Spar lands with a nice body punch. Swann throws a shot from downtown. Spar moves away and avoids it. Swann dips to his left and cracks Spar with an uppercut! Spar lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Nice defenses there by Spar. Swann throws a head kick that Spar semi-blocks.
Spar throws a lazy right hand but Swann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Spar throws a lazy right hand but Swann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Swann misses with a looping right. Spar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swann. Spar takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Spar tried to score with a low kick but Swann checks it. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Spar stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Swann. Boxing Spar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Spar is able to avoid easily. Swann throws a head kick that misses. A head kick misses from Swann. It looked like Spar was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Swann 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 Spar has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Spar and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T2# Nice defenses there by Spar. Spar misses the jab. Swann thuds his right hand into Spar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Spar scores with a jab. Spar walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Spar throws a hook but Swann blocks it. Swann throws out a counter right but Spar avoids it with no problem. Spar throws a leg kick enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Spar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swann. The crowd cheers as Spar lands an impressive looking overhand right. Swann doesn't seem phased though. Spar misses with an uppercut
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Swann connects with a right hand. Spar shakes it off. Spar throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Spar misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Good exchange - Spar coming out on top. Swann connects with a leg kick. Spar looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Spar changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Spar takes a body punch but keeps moving. Spar looks to land a combination but Swann avoids it well. #T3##CL# Spar has closed the distance and engaged Swann in a clinch.
Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Spar lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Spar struggles to land a body shot inside as Swann controls his hands.
Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Spar. Swann prevents a body shot from Spar. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC# Spar breaks from the clinch.
The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A telegraphed right hand from Swann misses the target. Spar tries to close the distance and clinch up but Swann swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL# Spar darts in and clinches Swann up against the cage. A short uppercut from Swann. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Spar. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. #BC# Spar breaks the clinch.
Spar throws a right and a left that both miss. Spar seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Spar tries to work over Swann's front leg with a kick but Swann checks it. Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spar moves away. Spar walks into a stiff left hand from Swann. Swann lands a head shot. Spar doesn't manage to clinch there - Swann circles away.
Swann looks like he wants to counter punch here. Spar drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Swann tries a head kick but it misses.
Swann with a jab. Spar throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Spar lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Swann uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Swann misses the jab. A big right from Spar misses. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann digs a good hook to Spar's body.
Spar throws a half hearted mid kick. A big right from Spar misses. Spar misses with a few strikes there.
Swann lands a glancing blow to the side of Spar's head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Swann blocks a jab. Spar misses with a looping left. Spar feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Swann's calf. Swann walks into a left hand. Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup. Spar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spar avoids the body shot from Swann.
Nice straight punches there by Swann. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Swann. Swann slips under a jab from Spar. Swann throws out a counter right but Spar avoids it with no problem. Spar is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Swann throws out a counter right but Spar avoids it with no problem.#CL# Spar gets in close and instigates a clinch. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Spar. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# Spar breaks from the clinch.
Spar throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Spar scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Spar tries to clinch up but Swann circles away and keeps his distance.#T1# Spar throws a body kick that misses. Spar moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSwann. Swann blocks a head kick by Spar.
Swann circles away from the clinch attempt.
A nice side step and Swann releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Swann lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Swann slips a straight right by Spar. Spar walks into a jab. Spar misses with a kick to the body.
Spar bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Swann's head backwards. Swann lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Spar lands a jab to Swann's midsection. Spar looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Spar takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Swann avoids the body shot from Spar.
Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Swann staying out of range there. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Spar pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T2# Spar misses with a few strikes there.
Spar tries to clinch there but Swann circles away.
It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Spar feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Swann's calf. Spar lands a really nice looking cross but Swann seems unphased.
Swann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Spar. Spar takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Swann misses with a hook. Swann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spar lunges at Swann with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Swann's hand. Spar connects with a body shot. Spar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Swann's head. Swann scores with a nice head shot. Swann takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Swann throws a body kick that misses. Spar throwing a counter right hand but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Spar throws a jab when Swann was well out of range. Spar tries a head kick but it misses.
Swann pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3# Spar throws a right and a left that Swann avoids nicely. Swann with a hook. Spar throws a lazy right hand but Swann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Swann ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Swann avoids the body shot from Spar.
A swing and a miss from Spar. Swann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Spar. Swann connects with an inside leg kick. Spar loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. A little jabbing left from Swann on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Spar throws a shot from downtown. Swann moves away and avoids it. Spar throws an overhand right that lands on Swann's shoulder, as Swann tries to avoid the shot. Swann stuns Spar with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Spar throws a right hand that Swann ducks under and follows up with a left that Swann also avoids with ease. Spar throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Spar fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Swann bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Spar's head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A telegraphed right hand from Spar misses the target. #T4# Spar misses with a straight right. Swann lands with a hook. Spar tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. A jab from Swann misses. Swann tries a head kick but it misses.
Swann lands with a shot to the body. Spar throws a right and a left that both miss. Swann checks a low kick from Spar. Swann fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Spar has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Swann connects with a right hand. Spar shakes it off. Swann uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spar. #CL# Spar closes the distance and clinches. Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Spar.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A short right from Spar on the inside. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann tries a body shot but Spar blocks it.
Spar leaning against his opponent.
Spar throws a head punch that misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boxing Spar dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3# Spar tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Swann swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Swann scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Swann takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Swann lands a really nice looking cross but Spar seems unphased.
Spar looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Spar looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Good exchange - Swann coming out on top. A looping hook to the body misses from Spar. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Spar blocks a jab. Swann throws the left hand but Spar avoids the punch easily. Swann lands a nice hook to Spar's body. Spar takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Spar goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Swann throws out a counter right but Spar avoids it with no problem. Spar tries to clinch up. Good shot there by Swann. Nice jab there from Swann. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Nice shot lands for Spar. Spar misses with a looping right.#T1# Spar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Spar fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spar thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Swann if he has to take too many more of those.
Spar misses with a right hand and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. Swann lands a really nice looking cross but Spar seems unphased.
Spar takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Swann connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Spar tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Spar fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Swann looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Swann misses with an attempted mid kick.
Spar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Jab by Swann. Swann takes one to the chin there. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Spar looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Spar is just out of range. Spar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swann. Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Spar moves out of range easily. Swann walks into a left hand. #T2# Spar doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Spar missing with a left hand there. Swann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Swann jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Swann lands a leg kick that knocks Spar off balance momentarily. Spar doesn't manage to clinch there - Swann circles away.
Some wild striking there from Spar.
Swann misses with a low kick as Spar jumps back. Spar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Spar slips a jab from Swann. Decent striking displayed by Swann there. Spar doesn't manage to clinch there - Swann circles away.
Spar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Swann moves out of range as Spar strikes. Spar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice side step and Swann releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Spar misses with a few strikes there.
It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL# Spar moves into the clinch successfully.
#T3# Swann pushes Spar back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC# Spar manages to break the clinch.
Swann throws a hook to the side of Spar's head but Spar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Spar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Spar misses with a two punch combination.
Spar is looking to clinch. Spar takes a shot right to the bread basket. Spar takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Swann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Spar.
Spar gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Swann. Swann throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Spar on the side of the head. Spar throws a right hand that misses
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Swann catches Spar with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Swann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Spar scores with a sloppy right hand. Swann should have avoided that one. Spar connects with a crisp jab. A good leg kick by Spar. #T4# Spar wants to clinch up but Swann keeps it at a distance. Swann connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Spar momentarily.
Swann connects with a right hand. Spar shakes it off. Spar is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Spar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swann at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spar looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Swann takes a jab right on the kisser.
A left lands for Spar. Spar moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Spar moves in looking to clinch but Swann pushes him off. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Spar tries to clinch up. Swann swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Swann dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Spar.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Swann 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! Ross Swann thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Lupe 3 Prestige
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1# Nakara shoots in for a double leg but Swann sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Swann is looking to counter punch. Nakara walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Nakara shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Swann pinned against the cage. Swann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Swann appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Nakara tries for a takedown but Swann circles away easily letting Swann counter with a right hand. Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara. Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Swann as he jumps to the side. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nakara. Swann leaves Nakara with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Nakara shoots in looking for a takedown but Swann manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nakara's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Swann connects with a crisp jab. #CUT# It looks like Tebato Nakara has been cut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nakara misses with a takedown attempt and Swann counters with a nice body shot. Swann throws a big shot that misses. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Swann swings for the body but Nakara moves out of range.
Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakara was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. Nakara tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Swann. This has been an exciting period of action! Nakara shoots in but Swann avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1# Nakara darts in looking for a takedown but Swann gets double underhooks and turns Nakara into the cage. Nakara shoots in and drives through. Swann sprawls well. A little feinted left hand from Swann on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Nakara shoots in but Swann avoids the takedown attempt easily. Nakara looks winded! Swann with a jab. Nakara fails with a takedown attempt. Swann scores with a body shot.
#TD2# Nakara fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Swann sprawls well initially but Nakara persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Nakara thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Nakara not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Nakara sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Swann defending well though. Swann is looking to control Nakara's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Swann avoid being mounted? The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Nakara lands with a punch from half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# Swann is trying to get back to full guard. Nakara throws a strike but Swann avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Nakara throwing strikes but missing. Swann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Nakara throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Swann works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Swann utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Nakara throws a big elbow that misses. Swann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakara. Nakara works over Swann with some ground and pound from guard. Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3# Nakara working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Nakara scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Nakara landing with the ground and pound. Nakara throws a strike but Swann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2# Nakara escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Swann gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2# Nakara working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Swann doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Swann manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Swann would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2# Nakara throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nakara being controlled here, momentarily. #T4# Swann passes Nakara's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2# Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Swann controlling the action here.#SUB2# Nakara looking for submissions off his back. Swann looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2# Nakara looking for submissions off his back. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. The cut man is working on Tebato Nakara's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Swann scores with a shot to the body.
Nakara looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Swann is fending him off so far but Nakara persists. Nope, Swann circles away and we're back to standing. Nakara will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Tebato Nakara is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Nakara walks into a left hand. Nakara is trying hard to land a takedown here. Swann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara. Nakara moves forwards but Swann connects with a nice, crisp jab. Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far. Nakara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Swann counters with a straight right hand. A jab from Swann misses. Swann missing with a left hand there. Nakara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nakara dives in for a single leg takedown but Swann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Nakara misses with a takedown and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Swann turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. A slapping leg kick lands for Swann.
Nakara is breathing heavily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A cross from Swann lands. Nakara closes the distance and clinches up with Swann, looking for a takedown. Nakara pushes Swann against the cage but Swann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Swann throws a hook to the side of Nakara's head but Nakara sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1# Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nakara. Swann misses with a straight left. Jab from Swann. Nakara changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Swann tries to avoid it but Nakara manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Swann to the ground. Swann escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Nakara takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A chopping leg kick lands by Swann. Swann connects with a jab. Swann with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nakara shoots and misses and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Swann missing with a left hand there. Nakara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nakara takes one to the side of the head.
Swann 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. Swann throws out a loose jab but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it. Nakara goes for a double leg but Swann avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Swann continues to drive forward. Swann lands with a kick to the temple. Nakara shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #ROC# Nakara is rocked! Nakara fails with a takedown attempt. Nakara is still on wobbly legs! Can Swann finish him? Nakara misses with a takedown attempt and Swann counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2# Swann throws out a loose jab but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it. Nakara takes one to the side of the head.
Swann lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Nakara falls backwards - clearly groggy! Swann dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ross Swann! Our winner, Ross Swann, 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:
KAMIKAZE 81: Pandora
Date: Feb 18, 2018 |
#R1# Swann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tahere. Swann scores with a jab. Tahere acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Swann scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Swann cracks Tahere with a right hand to the side of the head. Tahere fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Swann has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Swann blocks a low kick nicely. Swann looks to land a right hand but Tahere moved out of range. Tahere looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tahere throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. Tahere is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann. Swann lands a leg kick that knocks Tahere off balance momentarily. Tahere moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Swann moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tahere slips under a jab from Swann. Swann throws a leg kick but Tahere moved away. Tahere waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Swann. Tahere moves out of range of the leg kick from Swann. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tahere connects with a leg kick. Swann looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Swann misses with an uppercut. Tahere saw that one coming. Tahere throws a low kick, looking for Swann's leg but Swann calmly moves out of range. #T1# Tahere takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tahere slips under a jab. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Tahere. Swann 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. Swann connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. A punch combination from Tahere misses. Swann takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tahere throws a shot from downtown. Swann moves away and avoids it. Tahere jabs Swann right on the nose. Swann blinks but takes it well. Swann throws a hook to the side of Tahere's head but Tahere sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Swann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tahere wants to slow Swann down by chopping away at his legs. Dyllz Tahere seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tahere misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Swann takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tahere tries to land a leg kick but Swann saw it coming and moves away.
Tahere keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Swann misses with a looping right. Swann throws a hook but Tahere blocks it.#T2# Tahere misses with an uppercut. Swann saw that one coming. Swann avoids the head kick by Tahere.
Nice defenses there by Tahere. Tahere wants to land a leg kick but Swann is out of range. Swann scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tahere misses with a hook. Swann throws a leg kick but Tahere sees it coming and moves out of range. Tahere throws a leg kick which misses Swann's front leg but catches the back leg as Swann tries to avoid it. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tahere 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 Swann has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Swann and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tahere smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Tahere throws a low kick but Swann moves out of range easily. A nice leg kick lands there from Swann. Tahere misses with a body kick. A little jabbing left from Swann on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Swann has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tahere. Tahere misses with a straight right. Tahere is looking to chop away at Swann's legs. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Swann misses with an uppercut. #T3# Tahere throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Swann slips under a jab. A swing and a miss from Tahere. Swann takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Swann misses with a body shot.
Tahere throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Swann sees it coming and avoids it easily. An inside leg kick from Tahere misses. Swann misses the jab. Tahere throws a low kick but Swann moves out of range easily. Swann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tahere. Swann takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Swann defending well as Tahere loads up on a big left hand. Tahere misses with a straight right. Swann getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Swann throws a big shot that misses. Tahere misses with a straight right. Swann misses with a hook. Tahere ducked under it nicely. Tahere tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4# A telegraphed right hand from Tahere misses the target. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tahere 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 Swann has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Swann and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Swann fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tahere is out of range. Tahere misses with a leg kick. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tahere throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Swann. Swann wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Swann lands a jab to the head.
Tahere takes a jab right on the kisser.
Swann misses with an uppercut. Tahere saw that one coming. Tahere scores with a nice body kick.
Tahere lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Tahere uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swann. Tahere is looking to slow Swann down with leg kicks. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tahere throws a quick inside leg kick. Swann throws a lazy right hand but Tahere sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Swann throws a head kick that half lands.
Tahere slips under a jab from Swann. Tahere slips a straight right by Swann. 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 Dyllz Tahere will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Tahere throws a poor cross that misses
and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann jabbing away but nothing is landing. Swann misses with a wild body shot. Swann takes one to the chin there. Good work by Swann as he checks the leg kick. Tahere throws a body kick that misses. Tahere misses with a kick to the body.
Tahere fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Tahere throws a leg kick and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Tahere steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Swann. It looked like Tahere wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Swann misses with a wild body shot. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tahere. Tahere throws a low kick but Swann avoids it. Swann lands a high kick!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Swann swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tahere listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Swann ducks right into an uppercut from Tahere. #T1# Swann avoids the head kick by Tahere.
A punch lands to the side of Tahere 's head but he takes it in his stride. Tahere swings widly with a right hand
and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Tahere tries to score with a low kick but Swann moves his leg out of the way. Some bone on bone action there as Swann checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Tahere tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Tahere. Swann throws a shot from downtown. Tahere moves away and avoids it. Tahere throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tahere lands a nice looking body shot.
Tahere defending well as Swann loads up on a big left hand. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tahere - that will leave a mark!
Tahere scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tahere moves out of range as Swann strikes. Tahere misses with a straight left. Tahere scores with a nice head shot. Swann gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tahere misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Swann swings away with a leg kick that misses. Swann with a jab. Tahere misses with a looping right. Tahere lunges at Swann with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Swann's hand. Swann misses with a looping right. Tahere seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Swann is looking to chop away at Tahere's legs. Swann scores with a hook. Swann jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tahere slips under a jab from Swann. Tahere tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Tahere connects with a body shot that sends Swann's belly button to the back. Tahere thows a left - swing and a miss! Swann slips a jab from Tahere. Tahere throws a leg kick but Swann moved away. Swann misses with a lunging right hand
and Tahere counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Tahere feints a jab promting Swann to slip. Tahere then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Swann slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#T3# Tahere is looking to score with low kicks. A countering left hand to the body from Swann misses. Swann motions for Tahere to come forward. Swann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Swann might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tahere has got the better of the exchanges. Tahere throws a leg kick but Swann checks it. Tahere lands with an uppercut that bounces Swann off the cage and back into range. Swann slips under a jab from Tahere. Tahere slips a straight right by Swann. Tahere was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Swann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tahere.
Tahere moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tahere is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Swann can do to turn this around? Swann ducks under a wild hook from Tahere. Good standup being displayed there by Tahere as he connects with a hook. Swann with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tahere to score with a decent uppercut. Dyllz Tahere is winning the standup battle so far. Swann misses with a looping left. Tahere half committed to a counter leg kick. Tahere tries to land a leg kick but Swann saw it coming and moves away.
Tahere lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Swann jabbing away but nothing is landing. It looked like Tahere was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T4# Swann rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Tahere throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tahere throws a jab when Swann was well out of range. Tahere lands a lovely overhand right. Tahere is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann. Tahere jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tahere feints a jab promting Swann to slip. Tahere then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Swann slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Tahere throws a leg kick but Swann moved away. Tahere tries to score with a low kick but Swann moves his leg out of the way. Swann throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Tahere seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Tahere uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swann. Swann needs to keep his hands up - Tahere had a free shot at his head there. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann lands a slapping body shot.
Tahere throws out a leg kick but Swann moves out of range and Tahere only half commits. Swann throws an off balance right hand
and Tahere counters with a leg kick. Swann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dyllz Tahere dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Tahere throws a leg kick but Swann moved away. Swann misses with a body shot.
Tahere misses with a straight right. Swann missing with a left hand there. Tahere was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Swann throws a shot to the body.
Swann defending well as Tahere loads up on a big left hand. A low kick from Tahere misses and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Tahere misses with a hook. Swann ducked under it nicely. A clash of legs there as Swann blocks the low kick. Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tahere throws out the jab. A good leg kick by Tahere. Tahere scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Swann scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Good leg kick by Swann there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tahere throws a leg kick that misses. Tahere throws a low kick but Swann avoids it. Tahere lands the left hand.#T1# Tahere misses with a straight right. Tahere fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Swann. Tahere takes one to the side of the head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tahere checks a leg kick. Swann scores with a leg kick.
Swann misses with a body shot.
Swann moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tahere throws a low kick but it's checked well by Swann. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Tahere. Swann misses with a hook
enabling Tahere to counter with a crisp jab. Tahere moves out of range of the strikes. Tahere loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tahere sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann misses with a body shot.
Swann throws a leg kick but Tahere sees it coming and moves out of range. Tahere motions for Swann to come forward. Tahere throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Ross Swann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Tahere looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range. Tahere walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Swann checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Swann throws a head kick but Tahere moves out of range.
Jab from Tahere. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tahere looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Tahere takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Swann has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tahere on the wrong end of a nice hook. A jab from Swann misses. Tahere misses with a head kick.
Tahere steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Swann. Tahere cracks Swann with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann connects with a single shot there. Swann misses with a looping right. Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tahere throws out the jab. #T3# Tahere connects with a single shot there. Swann throws a poor cross that misses
and Tahere counters with a slapping leg kick. Tahere blocks a jab. Tahere is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann. Swann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tahere.
Swann needs to keep his hands up - Tahere had a free shot at his head there. Tahere takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tahere is looking to slow Swann down with leg kicks. Tahere misses with an uppercut. Swann saw that one coming. Tahere backing away here, and Swann unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Swann misses with an uppercut. Tahere saw that one coming. A punch combination from Tahere misses. Tahere misses with a low kick.
A cross from Tahere lands. The fighters circling - Tahere throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Swann scores with a decent looking hook.#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tahere. It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Tahere bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann blocks the body kick.
Swann throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tahere. Swann throws a nice outside leg kick. Tahere pushes Swann away with a front kick. Tahere lands with an overhand left. Swann slips under a jab. Tahere checks a leg kick. Tahere just misses with a punch to the body.
Tahere misses the jab. Tahere scores with a sloppy right hand. Swann should have avoided that one. Tahere swinging wildly here.
Tahere lands with a kick to the ribs.
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 Dyllz Tahere. Well Tahere 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27 Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dyllz Tahere!
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 76: Show
Date: Jan 27, 2018 |
#R1# Chisholm tries to close the distance and clinch up but Swann swats him away and circles back towards the center. Swann fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Chisholm tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
Chisholm misses with some punches.
Chisholm has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
A short body shot lands from Swann as the two fighters clinch.
Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch. Chisholm throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Good body shot from Swann.
Chisholm working aggressively here.
Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chisholm backwards. A quick uppercut on the inside from Swann. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann tries to throw a body punch but Chisholm avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Swann blocking some punches.
Swann misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1# Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Chisholm. Swann presses Chisholm against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Chisholm swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann scores with an uppercut up the middle. Chisholm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann lands a shot to the body. Chisholm working aggressively here.
Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Swann scores with a nice short uppercut. Swann lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. Chisholm lands with a left to the head. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. #T2# Chisholm misses with the head strike.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chisholm throws a head punch that misses. Swann throws a head punch that misses. Chisholm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chisholm's elbow. Chisholm lands a shot to the body. Swann tries to throw a body punch but Chisholm avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Chisholm. Swann working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann pushes Chisholm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Swann lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chisholm backwards. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Chisholm. Chisholm misses with some punches.
Swann lands an uppercut. Chisholm throws a head punch that misses. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Chisholm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3# Chisholm presses Swann against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Swann lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Chisholm or not. Chisholm misses with a hook from the clinch. Chisholm throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Swann working aggressively here.
Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann blocking some punches.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann misses with the head strike.
Chisholm working aggressively here.
Chisholm throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Swann tries to work over Chisholm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Chisholm.
Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Chisholm misses with a hook from the clinch. A right hook to the body lands for Swann.
Chisholm working aggressively here.
Chisholm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chisholm is leaning against Swann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4# Swann misses with a body punch.
Swann throws a head punch that misses. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chisholm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chisholm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. A left hand lands to the body for Swann.
Chisholm swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch blocked on the inside by Chisholm. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. A nice left hand lands by Swann.
Chisholm misses with a hook from the clinch. Chisholm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chisholm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Swann's elbow. Chisholm working aggressively here.
Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Chisholm is just out of range. The fight stays on the outside here - Chisholm looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Chisholm. Chisholm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Swann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Chisholm blocks a head kick by Swann.
Swann on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL# Chisholm moves into the clinch successfully.
Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Chisholm uses good head movement to avoid it. Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Swann lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Chisholm backwards. Swann works on Chisholm's body with a couple of short punches. Swann has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Chisholm has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Chisholm working aggressively here.
Chisholm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. #T1# Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chisholm's elbow. Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch. Chisholm has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Swann misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Chisholm. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chisholm lands on the inside with an uppercut. Swann blocking some punches.
Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chisholm. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Swann lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chisholm backwards. Chisholm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A short uppercut from Chisholm. Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. Chisholm misses with the head strike.
Swann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Chisholm. Chisholm takes a shot to the head. #T2# Swann throws a head punch that misses. Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chisholm scores with a shot to the side of Swann's head. Swann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Chisholm controls the action.
Chisholm lands a shoulder strike. Swann tries to work over Chisholm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Chisholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann lands with a right to the head. Chisholm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chisholm lands a shoulder strike. Swann lands a right hand. Chisholm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Chisholm. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Chisholm. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann lands with a light punch inside. #T3# Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chisholm throws a head punch that misses. Swann blocks a body shot from Chisholm. Chisholm swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann scores with a hook to the body. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann working aggressively here.
Chisholm digs a right hand into Swann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Swann's gas tank. Chisholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chisholm blocks a body shot from Swann. Chisholm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. Chisholm blocking some punches.
#T4# Chisholm misses with some punches.
Chisholm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short body shot lands from Chisholm as the two fighters clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chisholm. Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Swann. Chisholm lands on the inside with an uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. Chisholm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Ross Swann seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. A shot in the inside from Swann. A nice right hand lands inside from Chisholm. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ambrose Chisholm will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R3# Swann throws a body shot but no joy. Swann looks to land a right hand but Chisholm moved out of range. A big right from Chisholm misses. Chisholm misses with an uppercut. Chisholm defending well as Swann loads up on a big left hand. Swann lands a jab. Swann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Chisholm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann. Chisholm lands a nice shot that snaps Swann's head back.
Chisholm scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chisholm misses with a hook. A countering left hand to the body from Swann misses. Chisholm ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chisholm. A big left from Chisholm misses. Chisholm fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T1# A low kick from Swann is predictable there letting Chisholm counter with a right hand. Chisholm tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Swann paws at him with a jab and circles away. Chisholm tried to score with a low kick but Swann checks it. Chisholm backing away here, and Swann unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Swann avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Swann misses with a hook. Chisholm ducked under it nicely. Good standup being displayed there by Chisholm as he connects with a hook. Chisholm misses the shot to the body. Chisholm slips under a jab from Swann.#CL# Chisholm moves into range and clinches up with Swann. Chisholm pushes Swann back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Swann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Chisholm lands with a light punch inside. Swann scores with a hook to the body. Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Swann misses with a punch to the body.
Chisholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T2# Chisholm tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
Chisholm misses with some punches.
Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Chisholm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. This has been an exciting period of action! An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Chisholm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Chisholm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Chisholm working some nice short punches in the clinch. Swann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Chisholm has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3# A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. A short uppercut from Swann. Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann lands a shoulder strike. Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann working aggressively here.
Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by Chisholm. Swann tries to work over Chisholm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann blocks a body shot from Chisholm. Swann scores with an uppercut up the middle. Chisholm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chisholm misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Swann. Swann blocking some punches.
Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Chisholm. Chisholm misses with a punch to the body.
#T4# Swann digs a right hand underneath Chisholm's ribcage. Chisholm let out a lung full of air as it connected. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann tries to work over Chisholm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Chisholm throws a head punch that misses. Chisholm lands a right hand. Chisholm lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Swann backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chisholm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Chisholm. Swann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chisholm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Chisholm digs a right hand into Swann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Swann's gas tank. Chisholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Ambrose Chisholm did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. That's time! Chisholm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R4# Chisholm avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Swann misses with a hook
letting Chisholm counter with a right hand. Chisholm moves away from the strike by Swann. Chisholm is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Chisholm wants to clinch. Swann tries to land a leg kick but Chisholm saw it coming and moves away.
Chisholm moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Swann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Chisholm does a little dance to reset his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A lazy left from Chisholm finds it's target. Ambrose Chisholm is winning the standup battle so far. Chisholm lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Swann keeps the fight on the outside. Swann doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Swann connects with a nice looking jab.
Swann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1# Chisholm fails in his attempt to clinch. Swann scores with a jab. Swann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Swann circles away from the clinch attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Chisholm looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Swann lands a glancing blow to the side of Chisholm's head. A swing and a miss from Swann. Chisholm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Chisholm looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Chisholm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swann throws out the jab. Chisholm pushing out the jab but it's not landing. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy. Swann swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T2# Swann gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Chisholm tries to close the distance and clinch but Swann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Swann throws out a counter right but Chisholm avoids it with no problem. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann missing with a left hand there. Chisholm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Swann throws out a loose jab but Chisholm uses good head movement to avoid it. Chisholm tries to clinch up but Swann circles away and keeps his distance. Swann appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. A nice leg kick lands there from Chisholm. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Swann misses with a looping right. A counter left hand to the body from Chisholm misses its target. Chisholm tries to move into range but Swann moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Chisholm lands with a straight right. Swann didn't see that one coming. Nice defenses there by Chisholm. Chisholm avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Swann misses with a looping left.#T3# Chisholm scores with a jab. Swann acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Chisholm swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chisholm scores with a decent looking hook. Chisholm has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chisholm there as he acknowledges the shot. Swann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Chisholm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Chisholm. Chisholm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Swann looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Chisholm wants to clinch. Swann chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Swann circles away from the clinch attempt enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. #T4# A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target. #CL# Chisholm has Swann up against the cage in a clinch.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Chisholm uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Chisholm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Swanns head. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Chisholm throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Chisholm prevents a body shot from Swann. Chisholm lands with a short head shot on the inside. Swann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chisholm backwards. A short body shot lands from Chisholm as the two fighters clinch.
Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Chisholm working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that fourth round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R5# Swann drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Chisholm bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. A swing and a miss from Swann. Chisholm seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Chisholm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Swann in his tracks. Chisholm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Swann checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Swann throws a looping overhand right but Chisholm ducks down to avoid it. Chisholm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann misses with a looping left. Chisholm tries to clinch but Swann is having none of it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chisholm. #CL# Chisholm moves into the clinch. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Chisholm pushes Swann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1# A nice left hand lands by Swann.
Chisholm can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann throws a head punch that misses. Swann lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Chisholm swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann lands a left hand.
Chisholm blocking some punches.
Swann pushes Chisholm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Chisholm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chisholm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Chisholm misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Chisholm uses good head movement to avoid it. Chisholm tries to throw a body punch but Swann avoids it by throwing Chisholm back against the cage. Chisholm presses Swann against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2# Chisholm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Chisholm can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Chisholm.
Swann misses with the head strike.
Chisholm lands a hook to the side of the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A nice right hand lands inside from Chisholm. Chisholm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann working aggressively here.
Swann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Chisholm uses good head movement to avoid it. A short right from Swann. A short left from Chisholm. Swann lands a left hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Chisholm. Chisholm presses Swann against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3# Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Swann lands a nice shot to the body. Chisholm tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Chisholm misses with the head strike.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A short right from Swann on the inside. Chisholm lands a left hand.
Chisholm throws a head punch that misses. Swann pushes Chisholm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chisholm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4# Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Chisholm prevents a body shot from Swann. Nice body punch from Chisholm. Chisholm scores with a shoulder strike. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. Chisholm scores with a hook to the body. Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
Chisholm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. Chisholm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann lands a body punch. Swann scores with a shoulder strike. Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chisholm's elbow. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chisholm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Chisholm throws a head punch that misses.
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 Ambrose Chisholm. I think Chisholm 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 48:47 Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 48:48 Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Ambrose Chisholm! After winning the bout, Ambrose Chisholm 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:
GAMMA#666 Curry v Gunnar 2
Date: Oct 07, 2017 |
#R1# Ricard slips a straight right by Swann. Ricard was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. That kick from Ricard tenderised Swann's leg. Swann is trying to keep his angry face on. Ricard does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Swann cracks the inside of Ricard's front leg. Swann sizes up Ricard with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ricard sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann with a body punch. A glancing blow. Nice cross by Swann. Swann misses with a hook. Ricard is trying hard to land a takedown here. Swann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Swann is looking to score with low kicks. Ricard lands with an uppercut that bounces Swann off the cage and back into range. Ricard dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Ricard is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann misses with a low kick. Swann avoids the body shot from Ricard.
Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ricard jabs at Swann's body.#T1# Ricard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Ricard misses with an uppercut
and Ricard takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ricard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Swann moves away. Swann connects with the punch. Swann misses with a hook. Swann lands a nice hook to Ricard's body. Ricard takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Ricard is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Swann rather than just go for the knockout. Ricard closes the distance and clinches up with Swann, looking for a takedown. Ricard pushes Swann against the cage but Swann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Swann lands with a slapping head kick. Ricard lands a right hook to the body.
Ricard throws out a token jab with nothing on it. It looked like Swann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Swann avoids a kick to the body.
A jab from Ricard misses. Swann motions for Ricard to come forward. Swann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Ricard walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann throws a body shot but no joy. Ricard ducks under a wild hook from Swann.#T2# Ricard scores with a jab to the jaw. Swann lands a jab to the nose. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Swann, as that shot connected.
Ricard throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Ricard with a hook. Ricard uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swann. Ricard looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Ricard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ricard scores with a push kick. Swann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ricard counters with a flying knee. Nice. Ricard lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Swann misses with a low kick.
Swann throws a nice inside leg kick. Ricard swings away with a leg kick that misses. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Ricard does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann dips to his left and cracks Ricard with an uppercut!#T3# Some bone on bone action there as Swann checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Ricard misses with a low kick. That kick from Ricard tenderised Swann's leg. Swann is trying to keep his angry face on. Swann looks to land a left hand but Ricard moved out of range nicely. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Swann, as that shot connected.
Swann has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Swann there as he acknowledges the shot. Swann swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ricard. Ricard needs to keep his hands up - Swann had a free shot at his head there. Ricard throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swann. Swann ducks right into an uppercut from Ricard. Ricard does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Ricard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann thinks about countering with a body kick. Swann takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ricard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ricard looks to land a body kick but Swann moved away. Swann is looking to chop away at Ricard's legs. #T4# Ricard with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Swann to score with a decent uppercut. Swann lands the left hand. Swann takes one to the chin there. Ricard looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Swann throws the left hand but Ricard avoids the punch easily. Swann is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ricard sees it coming and avoids it easily. Ricard looks like he wants to counter punch here. Ricard fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Swann is out of range. Ricard darts in trying to clinch and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ricard connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nice uppercut lands for Swann. That snapped Ricard's head back.
Ricard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Ricard lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. 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 Ross Swann 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# Ricard thuds a left hand into Swann's body. Ricard moves out of range of the leg kick from Swann. Ricard throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Swann slips under a jab. Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far. Swann lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Swann throws a lazy uppercut
and Ricard counters with a low kick, right behind Swann 's knee. Ricard looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Ricard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Swann misses with a looping right. Swann takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ricard throws a low kick but it's checked well by Swann. An attempted straight right counter from Swann misses the target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann gets off balance looking for a body kick letting Ricard counter with a right hand. Ricard shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Swann pinned against the cage. Swann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Swann bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1# Ricard blocks a jab. Swann throws a poor cross that misses
and Ricard counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ricard throws a poor cross that misses
and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Swann thows a leg kick but Ricard checks it and Ricard counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Ricard fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Ricard walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Ricard scores with a body shot.
Swann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Ricard thows a leg kick but Swann checks it and Swann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann connects with a nice looking jab.
Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ricard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann throwing a counter right hand but Ricard manages to avoid it. Ricard throws a big shot that misses.#T2# Ricard throws a nice outside leg kick. Ricard darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Ricard throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range. An attempted straight right counter from Swann misses the target. Ricard uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Swann.
Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Swann stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Swann wants it to stay on the feet. Ricard fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Swann has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Nice straight punches there by Ricard. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ricard. Swann misses with a hook
and Ricard counters with a nice body shot. Swann cracks Ricard with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Swann misses with a head kick.
Swann misses with a hook
and Ricard counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Swann looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Swann misses with a hook. It seemed like Ricard was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Ricard throws an off balance right hand
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Ricard has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Swann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ricard.#T3# Swann misses with a straight left. Ricard throws a poor cross that misses
and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Ricard lands a nice looking body kick. Swann misses with a hook
letting Ricard counter with a right hand. Ricard scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Ricard throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Swann is looking to land body kicks. Swann takes a swing at Ricard's ribcage but misses. Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ricard throws out the jab. Swann swings widly with a right hand
and Ricard makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Ricard throws a jab but it's blocked by Swann. Swann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Swann avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Swann tests Ricard's chin there with a solid looking shot. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ricard dips to his left and cracks Swann with an uppercut!#T4# Swann scores with a jab to the jaw. Ricard digs a good body shot into Swann's ribs. That kick from Ricard tenderised Swann's leg. Swann is trying to keep his angry face on. Swann scores with a jab. Ricard throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Swann takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ricard walks into a straight right hand from Swann. Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Ricard connects with an inside leg kick. Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann misses with a straight right. Ricard wants to clinch and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Farboleous Ricard showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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 lands for Ricard. That snapped Swann's head back.
Swann stuns Ricard with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ricard throws out the jab. #CL2# Ricard has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ricard swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ricard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ricard lands a nice uppercut. Ricard cracks Swann with a nice body shot. Ricard scores with a shoulder strike. Ricard swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ricard throws a head punch that misses. Swann prevents a body shot from Ricard. #BC2# Ricard breaks the clinch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Swann. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Swann rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ricard counters with an outside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ricard.
#T1# Swann throws a lazy uppercut
and Ricard counters with a left to the body. Ricard throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Swann uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ricard. Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Ricard lands a right hook to the body.
Ricard loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Ricard ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Ricard is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Swann misses with an uppercut. Ricard saw that one coming. Ricard swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Ricard cracks the inside of Swann's front leg. Ricard feints a jab promting Swann to slip. Ricard then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Swann slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ricard is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2# Swann fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ricard checks it well. Ricard ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Ricard ducks down and throws a hook to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Good work by Swann as he checks the leg kick. Swann avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Ricard lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ricard drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. A low kick from Ricard is predictable there and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Ricard misses with a leg kick. Ricard feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Swann's calf. Ricard ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Ricard jabbing away but nothing is landing. Swann misses with an uppercut. Ricard getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T3# Ricard avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Ricard counters with a body kick. Swann scores with a kick to the body.
Swann slips under a jab. A big right from Swann misses. A jab from Ricard misses. Ricard is looking to chop away at Swann's legs. Ricard scores with a jab to the head.
Swann throws a looping overhand right but Ricard ducks down to avoid it. Ricard throws a leg kick but Swann sees it coming and moves out of range. Ricard stuns Swann with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Swann throws a head kick that misses. Ricard misses with a takedown attempt - Swann sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Swann misses with a wild body shot. #T4# Ricard throws the left hand but Swann avoids the punch easily. Swann thuds a left hand into Ricard's body. A slow jab from Ricard misses its intended target. Swann tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Ricard uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Swann. Ricard looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Swann throwing a counter right hand but Ricard manages to avoid it. Ricard cracks Swann with a good jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2# Ricard clinches up with Swann and pushes him back against the cage. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Ricard. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Ricard as the two fighters clinch.
Ricard lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Ricard. Ricard lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Farboleous Ricard comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Ricard 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Farboleous Ricard! During a confident post fight interview, Farboleous Ricard thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
GAMMA#663 McTearson v Cole
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1# Nice defenses there by Swann. Zhai buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Zhai tries to move into range but Swann moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Swann walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Zhai - that will leave a mark!
Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zhai sees it coming and avoids it easily. Zhai fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Swann. Zhai throws a leg kick and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. Zhai throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a thumping low kick. Swann connects with the punch. Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Zhai. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Zhai throws the left hand but Swann avoids the punch easily. Zhai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Swann misses with a left hand and Zhai counters with a body kick that stops Swann in his tracks momentarily. A big left from Zhai misses. Swann swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1# Zhai misses with a low kick as Swann jumps back. Swann fires out a quick counter leg kick but Zhai just manages to avoid it. Swann throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Zhai tries to counter by closing the distance. Zhai walks into a jab. Zhai misses with a kick to the body.
Swann swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Zhai fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Swann chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Zhai can pounce on him.
Swann throws a hook but Zhai blocks it. Zhai takes a body punch but keeps moving. Swann throws a body punch but Zhai moves out of range. Zhai takes a jab right on the kisser.
Swann swings widly with a right hand
and Zhai counters with a flying knee. Nice. Swann misses the shot to the body. Zhai scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Zhai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Swann.
Some bone on bone action there as Zhai checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Zhai throws a right hand that misses
and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. Swann misses with a left hand letting Zhai counter with a right hand. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhai. Swann looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Zhai slips a straight right by Swann. Swann buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Zhai avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Zhai feints a counter leg kick. Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zhai throws out the jab. Zhai moves in looking to clinch but Swann pushes him off. Swann swings widly with a right hand
and Zhai counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3# Zhai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann throwing a counter right hand but Zhai manages to avoid it. Swann digs a good hook to Zhai's body.
Zhai looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Swann lands with a thumping leg kick.
Zhai stuns Swann with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Zhai slips a straight right by Swann. Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Zhai moves out of range easily. Zhai throws a right hand that misses
and Zhai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Swann misses with an uppercut. Zhai saw that one coming. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Zhai throws out a counter right but Swann avoids it with no problem. Swann throws a head kick that misses and Zhai counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Swann thinking. Zhai throws an overhand right that lands on Swann's shoulder, as Swann tries to avoid the shot. #T4# Zhai lands a nice shot that snaps Swann's head back.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann misses with a hook
and Zhai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann misses with a lunging right hand
and Zhai makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Zhai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Swann moves away. Swann throws a right hand that misses
#CL2# and Zhai counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Zhai. A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. Swann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Swann misses with the head strike.
Swann blocking some punches.
Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann prevents a body shot from Zhai. Zhai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Zhai lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Zhai lands a right hand. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Zhai throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Zhai swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Zang Zhai will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Swann takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Zhai throws a front kick aimed at Swann's knee but Swann avoids it well. Swann lands with a nice body punch. Zhai moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Zhai fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Swann is out of range. Swann rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Zhai counters with a right hand to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Zhai does a little dance to reset his feet. Zhai stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Swann. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann misses with the body kick and Zhai counters with a solid body kick. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Zhai finds it's way round the side to connect with Swann's head. Swann misses with a low kick.
Swann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Zhai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1# Swann takes one to the side of the head.
Swann throws a poor cross that misses
and Swann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Zhai connects with a body shot that sends Swann's belly button to the back. Zhai swings and misses with a shot to the body and Swann counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Swann throws an off balance right hand
and Zhai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann moves away from the strike by Zhai. Swann is looking to counter punch. Zhai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Swann. Zhai misses with a two punch combination.
Zang Zhai seems to be getting the better of the standup. Swann lands a nice leg kick that just misses Zhai's sensitive parts. Swann lands a jab to the nose. Swann throws a big shot that misses. Zhai moves out of range of the body kick. A little jabbing left from Zhai on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Zhai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Swann throws a nice head kick!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Swann.
Swann fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Zhai takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice defenses there by Swann. Zhai's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Zhai blocks a leg kick. Swann throws a quick inside leg kick. Swann throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zhai stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Zhai lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Swann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3# Zhai misses with a combination
and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann blocks a head kick by Zhai.
Swann missing with a left hand there. Zhai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Swann fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. A head kick misses from Swann. Swann buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Zhai throws an off balance right hand
and Swann makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. A telegraphed right hand from Swann misses the target. Zhai let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Zhai moves out of range of the strikes. Zhai raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Zhai moves out of range of the leg kick from Swann. Zhai avoids the body shot from Swann.
#T4# That kick from Swann tenderised Zhai's leg. Zhai is trying to keep his angry face on. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Swann backing away here, and Zhai unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Zhai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Zhai bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Zhai looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Zhai scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann misses with a body punch
and Zhai counters with a stiff right hand. A big left from Swann misses. Swann with a body punch. A glancing blow. Swann throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Zhai. Zhai scores with a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ross Swann will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Swann throws an off balance right hand
and Zhai counters with a nice uppercut. Zhai tests Swann's chin there with a solid looking shot. Swann swings for the body but Zhai moves out of range.
Zhai counters with a body kick. Swann misses with a left hand and Zhai counters with a thumping low kick. Zhai lands a head kick!
Swann slips under a jab from Zhai. The fighters circling - Zhai throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Zhai misses with a hook to the body
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann tries a head kick but it misses.
Swann misses with a hook
letting Zhai counter with a right hand. That kick from Swann tenderised Zhai's leg. Zhai is trying to keep his angry face on. Swann throws an off balance right hand
and Zhai makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1# Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhai. It seemed like Zhai was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Zhai throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zhai was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. Zhai on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Swann throws out a loose jab but Zhai uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann misses with a left hand and Swann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Zhai throws a quick inside leg kick. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Zhai with a nice cross. Zhai checks a low kick from Swann. Zhai takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Swann swings for the body but Zhai moves out of range.
#T2# Zhai lands a really nice looking cross but Swann seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A low kick from Swann is predictable there and Zhai counters with a nice low kick that buckles Swann's knee momentarily. Swann throws a right hand that misses
and Zhai makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Swann throws a predictable looking body shot
and Zhai counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann connects with a jab. Swann misses with a left hand and Zhai counters with a leg kick. Swann will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Swann uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zhai. Swann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Swann scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Zhai throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Swann looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Zhai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Swann. Swann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3# Swann misses with a body kick. Zhai steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Zhai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Swann connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Zhai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Zhai throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Swann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Zhai. Swann cracks Zhai with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Swann throws a hook to the side of Zhai's head but Zhai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Swann has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Zhai. Swann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zhai manages to avoid it. Zhai avoids a lazy jab quite easily. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zhai! But no joy. Zhai misses with a wild body shot. #T4# Zhai throws a half hearted mid kick. Swann misses with a straight right. Zhai wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Swann swats away the attempt to clinch by Zhai. Zhai misses with a straight left. This has been an exciting period of action! Zhai stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Swann. Zhai tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Swann is able to avoid easily. Zhai looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It looked like Swann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Swann throws a head kick that Zhai semi-blocks.
Zhai lands an overhand right.
And that's the end of the fight! Zang Zhai comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Zhai 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zang Zhai! A relieved looking Zang Zhai 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:
GAMMA#657 Shin v Mosby
Date: Aug 26, 2017 |
#R1# Miyata moves out of range as Swann strikes. Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID290K) in the buildup to the fight. Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Miyata was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Swann on the wrong end of a nice hook. Miyata throws a body shot but no joy. Swann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Swann lands with a nice body punch. Miyata cracks Swann with a right hand to the side of the head. Miyata connects with a crisp jab. A jab from Swann misses. Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range. Nice jab there from Miyata. Swann keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann throws a low kick but Miyata moves out of range easily. Miyata walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Swann, as that shot connected.
Miyata defending well as Swann loads up on a big left hand. Miyata throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Swann's waist but Swann gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Miyata off to one side. Swann moves forwards but Miyata connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1# Miyata throws a series of punches but Swann avoids them all with ease. Swann misses with an uppercut. Miyata saw that one coming. Miyata bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Swann's head backwards. Swann throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range. Good exchange - Miyata coming out on top. Miyata lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swann at a distance.
Swann throws a chopping leg kick but Miyata manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Miyata shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Swann defends it nicely. Swann slips a jab from Miyata. Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Swann drops his hands momentarily and Miyata takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Miyata fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Swann checks it well. Miyata takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Miyata throws a big shot that misses.#T2# Miyata lands a nice looking body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata darts in looking for a takedown but Swann gets double underhooks and turns Miyata into the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him. Swann throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it. Swann will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Miyata lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Swann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Miyata. That did some damage! Swann swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Swann ducks right into an uppercut from Miyata. Swann scores with a slapping inside leg kick. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Swann. Swann misses with a looping right. Miyata on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Miyata scores with a jab.#T3# Swann loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch. Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Swann sprawls and moves away. Swann avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Miyata ducks right into an uppercut from Swann. Swann lands a jab to the head.
Miyata shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Swann defends it nicely. A jab from Miyata finds it's way through Swann's defenses. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range. Miyata shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Miyata. Miyata working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T4# Swann seems a little lost for a moment, as Miyata dominates the positioning. Miyata misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann is trying to escape and get back to his feet. A lull in the action here. Miyata tries to score with some ground and pound. Swann controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. Miyata 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. Sloppy strikes there by Miyata. Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Swann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Miyata lands a decent elbow from side control. 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 Kira Miyata 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# Miyata looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Nice shot by Miyata. Miyata fails with a takedown attempt. Miyata steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Swann. That one must have hurt. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab. Miyata throws a body shot but no joy. Nice defenses there by Swann. Swann clobbers Miyata with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Swann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Miyata misses with an uppercut. Swann defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand. Miyata walks into a stiff left hand from Swann. Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup. Swann misses with a leg kick. Swann connects with a looping right hand.
#T1# Nice sprawl there from Swann as Miyata shoots in. Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Swann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him. Miyata closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Miyata misses with a few strikes there.
A jab from Miyata misses. Miyata is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann. Swann slips under a jab. Swann misses with a wild body shot. Nice shot by Miyata.#TD# Miyata shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Miyata was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Miyata working the strikes but Swann uses the opportunity to regain half guard. Miyata is pressing down on Swann's thigh, looking to free his foot. Swann is holding on for now. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB# Miyata is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2# Swann is staying active underneath Miyata, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Swann wants to improve his position but Miyata is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Miyata is stalling here. Swann is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Miyata seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Swann has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Miyata tries to bench press Swann off him but Swann keeps the position. Swann controls the position from side control.#T3# Miyata tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Swann wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Kira Miyata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Miyata is not content to let Swann control the position. Miyata is trying to improve his position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Swann trying to control the action but Miyata is working from the bottom. Miyata gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Swann is taking a breather. Miyata 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. Swann wants to free his trapped foot but Miyata is holding on for dear life with his legs. Swann is keen to just control but Miyata is a slippery customer. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Miyata works Swann's body with a nice hook. A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target. Swann scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swann throws out the jab. Miyata throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Swann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Swann is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks. Swann throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it. Swann throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range. Miyata throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range. Swann doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Swann takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Crunch! Swann slams his shin into Miyata's torso. Swann lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Swann is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Miyata takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses. Miyata walks into a straight right hand from Swann.#T1# A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target. Miyata swings for the body but Swann moves out of range.
Swann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Miyata avoids the body shot from Swann.
A quick step to the side and Miyata tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
letting Swann counter with a right hand. A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target. Swann misses with a wild body shot. Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann lands a jab to the nose. Swann misses with a looping left. Swann tries to move into range but Miyata moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Swann uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Miyata has time to react. Miyata moves out of range of the strikes. Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann.#T2# Swann lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata. Swann moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Swann throws a lazy right hand but Miyata sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Miyata takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Miyata digs a good hook to Swann's body.
Swann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Swann bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Miyata's head backwards.#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Swann enables Miyata to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Swann manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Swann has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Miyata loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Miyata is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3# Miyata distracts Swann with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Miyata with a flurry of punches that miss. Miyata throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Miyata won't allow Swann to sweep him here. Miyata sitting in guard, not really doing much. Swann is pulling down on Miyata's head to control his posture. Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Swann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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. Miyata throws a jab when Swann was well out of range. Swann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it. Swann walks into a jab. Swann scores with a jab. Miyata acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Miyata scores with a nice strike. Swann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Miyata lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Swann circles away quickly and effectively. Swann takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Swann misses with an uppercut. Miyata saw that one coming. Swann lands with a right hand. Miyata blocks a jab. A counter left hand to the body from Miyata misses its target. Swann cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Swann 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! A relieved looking Ross Swann 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:
GAMMA#653 Bryant v Rutten 2
Date: Aug 12, 2017 |
#R1# Swann misses with a lunging right hand
and Small counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Swann thinking. We've been informed that Small has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Small circles away from the clinch attempt and Small counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann misses with a hook to the body
and Small connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Small with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Swann to score with a decent uppercut. Swann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Swann fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Swann fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Small misses with a right hand and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2# Swann gets caught flat footed, as Small shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Small controlling from the top position. Small prevents Swann from getting back to his feet. #T1# Small is looking to work some ground and pound but Swann has wrist control. Small throws a strike but Swann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Swann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Swann trying to control but Small is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Small is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Swann defends well. Swann has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Small keeping moving, preventing Swann from controlling successfully. Swann stays in close to Small's body and controls the position. #T2##SUB2# Small is looking for a triangle but Swann pushes his legs off easily.
Small working a defensive guard here.
Swann tries to free his leg and advance position but Small is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB2# Swann got a little sloppy there for a moment and Small has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Swann has managed to get both his arms back between Small's legs - danger averted. Small looking to control but Swann passes into half guard.
Swann is keen to just control but Small is a slippery customer.#SUB2# Small with the active half guard here but Swann passes nicely into side control. Small is trying to improve his position. Swann controlling the position. #T4# Small is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Small makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Small. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Small is on top in guard.
#REVB##ES# Swann manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. Small has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Swann avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Swann misses with the head strike.
Small has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Swann after a bit of a struggle. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann prevents the takedown attempt.
Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dixie Small. Small blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
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 Ross Swann will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Small takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Swann lands with a slapping head kick. Small throws a hook but Swann blocks it. Small looks to land a combination but Swann avoids it well. Swann is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Swann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Small.
Small cracks a nice hook into Swann's ribs. Small clobbers Swann with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Swann on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Swann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Small. Nice shot lands for Small. Swann takes a swing at Small's ribcage but misses. Small throws a looping overhand right but Swann ducks down to avoid it. Swann throws a hook but Small avoids it easily. Small feints the counter takedown. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann thows a left - swing and a miss! Small missing with a left hand there. Swann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Dixie Small seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1# Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Small displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swann throws out the jab. #CL# Swann clinches up with Small and pushes him back against the cage. Swann gets underhooks to prevent Small's takedown attempt.
Small blocks an uppercut.
Swann misses with the head strike.
Swann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Small is looking to take this one to the mat. Swann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Small backwards. Small misses with a punch to the body.
Swann misses with some punches.
Swann lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Small backwards. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Small can't get the takedown.
Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dixie Small.#TD2# Small turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES# Swann bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Small moves out of range of the leg kick from Swann. Small swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2# Swann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Small. Swann turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Nice sprawl there from Swann as Small shoots in. Small uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Swann.
Swann throws a solid leg kick but Small takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Swann. Small with a poor takedown and Swann counters with a two punch combo. Swann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Small can do to turn this around? Small throws an off balance right hand
and Small takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann tries to close the distance and clinch but Small swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Small might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Small on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Small misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Swann counters with a one-two to the body. A combination from Small does no damage. Swann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. A nice inside leg kick there by Swann. That's going to slow Small down. #CL2# Swann gets tackled into the cage by Small. Small maintains the clinch. #T3# Small lands with a short head shot on the inside. Small is looking for a takedown. Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Small looking for a takedown. #TD2# Small lands a takedown into guard.
Small postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Swann is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Small is controlling him. Swann keeping moving, preventing Small from controlling successfully. Small throwing strikes but missing. Small lands a couple of digs.#T4# Swann pulls Small in close to his closed guard and prevents Small from doing any damage or advancing position. Small connects with a couple of short punches. Small stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Swann swivels though and keeps the full guard. Swann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Small. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Small accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Small trying to control but Swann is working from the bottom. Small throws a big elbow that misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that second round. That's time! Swann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Swann tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Swann swings for the body but Small moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Small on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Small tries for a takedown but Swann sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Small takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Small is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann. Small on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Swann. Swann obviously looking to wear him down.
#CL# Swann drives through and clinches with Small against the cage.
Swann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#TD2# Small has clasped his hands together around Swann's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Swann parries the strikes from Small easily there. Small is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Swann to escape.
Small lands an elbow. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Small looks up at the clock and then as Swann takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Small smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Swann is not content to let Small control the position. #T1# Small landing strikes. Swann is looking for a sweep. Small creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Small throws a strike aimed at the side of Swann's head but Swann avoids it well. Small working the ground and pound from side control. Small laying and praying for a moment but Swann takes advantage and regains half guard. Swann is looking to escape.#T2# Small is looking to take a break and control but Swann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Small throws a strike but Swann avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Small postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Small throws a big right hand that misses. Swann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Small throws a strike but Swann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Swann controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2# Small is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Swann is aware though and is defending well.#T3# Small trying to keep a closed guard but Swann is proving a slippery customer.
Small can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Swann controls the pace. Small wants to control but Swann passes easily into half guard.
Small is looking to improve his position.
Dixie Small has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Swann missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Swann seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Small does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Dixie Small has got the better of the ground game so far. Small trying to control here.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Swann tries to score with a low kick but Small moves his leg out of the way. Small dives in for a single leg takedown but Swann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Small moves in looking to clinch but Swann pushes him off. Small swings for the body but Swann moves out of range.
#CL# Small tries to keep at a distance but Swann has taken the fight into the clinch. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Small uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Small lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Small tries to score a body lock takedown but Swann shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dixie Small. Small scores with a shot to the side of Swann's head.
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 Ross Swann. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Swann, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:28 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! During a confident post fight interview, Ross Swann thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. Dixie Small was interviewed post fight and said 'It was a good win, but nevertheless, I'll still be bringing home my opponent's girl . Don't feel left out man. And as usual, we'll be making a pov video for all you fans out there. Sayonara'.
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Event:
GAMMA#649 Defoe v Verama
Date: Jul 22, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Bronson drives through with a takedown into guard. Bronson throws a big right hand that misses. Bronson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Bronson postures up in Swann's guard and throws a big left but Swann blocks it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bronson passes easily into side control. Nice work. Swann parries the strikes from Bronson easily there. Bronson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Swann to escape.
Bronson working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. Bronson creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Swann sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Bronson trying to control the action but Swann is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bronson misses with the ground and pound. Bronson with the ground and pound but Swann regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #T1# Bronson thows a huge punch but Swann dodges it nicely.
Bronson 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. Bronson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Bronson thows a huge punch but Swann dodges it nicely.
Bronson is nestled in close to Swann, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Bronson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Swann looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nice strikes from Bronson there. Bronson thows a huge punch but Swann dodges it nicely.
Swann is trying to stand.
#T2# Bronson thows a huge punch but Swann dodges it nicely.
Swann keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Bronson throwing shots but Swann is blocking nicely. Bronson misses with a head shot. Swann uses the momentum to regain guard. #ES2# Swann has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Bronson is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. Swann blocking some punches.
Swann lands with a short punch from the clinch.
I was talking to Bronson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Bronson prevents a body shot from Swann. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann scores with a nice hook to the head. Swann lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bronson. Bronson misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3# Swann blocks a body shot from Bronson. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Bronson uses good head movement to avoid it. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Swann is defending well against a takedown attempt. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Bronson controls the action.
Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Bronson controls the action.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Swann as Bronson tries to tie him up. Swann lands with a light punch inside. Bronson misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bronson or not. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. Bronson misses with some punches.
Swann lands a left hand.
Bronson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bronson's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Bronson is trying to stall.
#T4# Swann makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Bronson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Swann is defending well. Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Bronson wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Bronson. That's going to take a lot out of him. A short left from Bronson. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bronson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Swann pushes Bronson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Bronson swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Swann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Bronson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Swann after a bit of a struggle. Swann scores with a shoulder strike. Bronson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Swann misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ross Swann will probably get the nod. That's time! Bronson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2##CL2# Swann has Bronson up against the cage in a clinch.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A battle for position here, against the cage. Bronson lands with a right to the head. Swann throws a head punch that misses. Bronson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann misses with some punches.
Ross Swann seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. Swann has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Swann misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann tries a body shot but Bronson blocks it.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1# A body shot lands from Bronson.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bronson blocks an uppercut.
Swann lands a shoulder strike. A short right from Bronson on the inside. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Bronson. Bronson gets through Swann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Bronson uses good head movement to avoid it. Bronson misses with a body punch.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Bronson struggles to land a body shot inside as Swann controls his hands.
Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Bronson uses good head movement to avoid it. Bronson lands a shoulder strike. #BC# Bronson breaks from the clinch.
Swann slips a straight right by Bronson. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bronson is defended easily by Swann.#T2# Swann lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bronson doesn't seem bothered though. Bronson with a lazy takedown attempt letting Swann counter with a right hand. Swann tries to close the distance and clinch but Bronson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Bronson throws a low kick but Swann avoids it. Swann connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Swann's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bronson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Swann scrambles back to his feet. Swann connects with an inside leg kick.#CL2# Swann moves into the clinch. Swann is pressed up against the cage. Bronson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Swann down to the mat. Swann 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 Bill Bronson. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bronson shoots in for a takedown but Swann shows good takedown defense. Bronson misses with a straight left. #T3# Swann on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bronson. Bronson obviously looking to wear him down.
Bronson works Swann's body with a nice hook. Bronson misses with a wild body shot. Swann lands with a nice body punch. Swann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bronson.#TD# Bronson gets a double leg takedown into Swann's guard. Bronson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Bronson throws a big elbow that misses. Bronson stands up over Swann, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Bill Bronson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Swann avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Swann is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bronson is controlling him. #ES2# Swann manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Bronson controls the action.
#T4# Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bronson looking to stall.
Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Swann stops a takedown attempt from Bronson.
Swann lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Bronson blocks an uppercut.
Bronson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Swann lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bronson. A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. Bronson takes a shot to the head. Swann lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bronson backwards. Swann working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC2# Bronson is rocked! Swann working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Oh Bronson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. Bronson blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# A solid leg kick lands there for Swann.
Bronson seems to have got his legs back now. Bronson misses with a hook. Bronson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup. Swann lands the left hand. Bronson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Swann swings away with a leg kick that misses. Bronson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Bronson throws a jab but it's blocked by Swann. Swann avoids a kick to the body.
Swann throws out a counter right but Bronson avoids it with no problem. Swann sizes up Bronson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Swann throws a chopping leg kick but Bronson manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Bronson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann moves out of range as Bronson strikes. Bill Bronson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Bronson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann lands a jab to the nose. Swann throws a leg kick #TD# and Bronson counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T1##ES2# Swann kicks Bronson off and gets back to his feet. A bone on bone clash there as Swann blocks the leg kick.
Bronson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Swann counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2# Swann forces Bronson back against the cage and clinches. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Bronson is pushing Swann up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Swann scores with a hook to the body. Nice body punch from Swann - that landed with a thud.
Swann stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Bronson misses with the head strike.
Swann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bronson backwards. Bronson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Bronson uses good head movement to avoid it. Bill Bronson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##TD# Bronson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bronson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Swann wants to get back to full guard. Swann wants to get back to his feet.
Bronson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Swann's head. Bronson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Bronson wants to free his trapped foot but Swann is holding on for dear life with his legs. Bronson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Bronson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Swann's head. Swann looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T3# Bronson missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Bronson lands strikes from half guard. Bronson not landing any meaningful shots this time. Bronson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Swann's head. Bronson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Swann knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Swann looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bronson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Bronson misses with a head shot. Swann uses the momentum to regain guard. #T4# Bronson with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB# Bronson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Swann manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bronson has Swann in his guard.#REVB# Swann wants to pass the guard but Bronson is keeping the position. Bronson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Swann's guard. #REVR# Swann is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bronson is controlling him. Bronson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Swann utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Swann winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! A relieved looking Ross Swann 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:
GAMMA#646 Jimenez vs Goodman
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1# Swann pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Miyata is looking to counter punch. Miyata scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss! Nice defenses there by Swann. Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID290K) in the buildup to the fight. Swann cracks Miyata with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Miyata lands a glancing blow to the side of Swann's head. Nice shot by Swann. Swann chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Miyata with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Swann to score with a decent uppercut. Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Swann's shoulder, as Swann tries to avoid the shot. Swann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Miyata misses with a few strikes there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Miyata lunges at Swann with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Swann's hand. Swann throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range. Miyata chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Swann can pounce on him.
Miyata swings widly with a right hand
and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Miyata scores with a nice head shot.#T1# Swann misses with a body shot.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann tries to clinch up. Miyata digs a good body shot into Swann's ribs. Miyata misses with a hook to the body
and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Miyata lands a jab. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Swann takes a shot right to the bread basket. Miyata uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Swann has time to react. Swann looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range. A shot to the body from Miyata misses and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Swann throws a right and a left that Miyata avoids nicely. Swann scores with a jab to the jaw. Swann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Miyata. Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Miyata darts in looking for a takedown but Swann gets double underhooks and turns Miyata into the cage. #T2# Miyata blocks a low kick nicely. Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss! Despite the aggression on Swann's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Swann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Miyata moves out of range as Swann strikes. Swann throws a leg kick that is checked and Miyata counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Miyata takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Miyata dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Miyata scores with the left hand. Swann knows he should have avoided that one. Swann slips a jab from Miyata. Swann dodges the punch combination from Miyata.
Miyata throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss! Miyata jabbing away but nothing is landing. Miyata moves into range and connects with a jab. Miyata is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T3# Miyata connects with a body shot. Jab from Swann. Swann leaves Miyata with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Miyata lands with an overhand left. Swann fails with an attempt to clinch.
Miyata connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Swann's hands. Miyata connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Swann momentarily.
Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a lovely shot to the body. Swann tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Miyata paws at him with a jab and circles away. Miyata shoots for a double leg takedown but Swann sprawls well. He's pushed Miyata's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him. Swann paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Nice uppercut lands for Miyata. That snapped Swann's head back.
#T4# Swann scores with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Swann. Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Swann ducks down to avoid it. Swann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Swann moves away from the strike by Miyata. Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Swann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily. Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Swann avoids it well and moves away. Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Swann. A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target. Swann lands a nice hook to Miyata's body. Miyata takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Miyata throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Swann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Miyata misses with an uppercut
and Swann counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Swann looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely. Miyata misses with an uppercut. Swann saw that one coming. 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 Kira Miyata will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Swann lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased.
#CL2# Swann has closed the distance and engaged Miyata in a clinch.
Miyata blocking some punches.
Swann pushes Miyata back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Come on Miyata - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. Miyata is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Swann lands with a right to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Miyata is looking to break free of the clinch but Swann has double underhooks. Miyata prevents a body shot from Swann. Swann misses with some punches.
Miyata throws a head punch that misses. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann misses with a punch to the body.
#T1# Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann tries to work over Miyata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC# Miyata breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Swann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.#TD# Miyata feints and as Swann raises his hands in defense, Miyata changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Swann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Miyata. Miyata trying to control but Swann is working from the bottom. Swann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyata throwing strikes but missing. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Swann is looking to stand up but Miyata isn't so interested in that idea. Miyata works over Swann with some ground and pound from guard.#T2# Miyata advances to half guard. Miyata throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Miyata in particular looking to stall. Miyata throwing shots but Swann is blocking nicely. Miyata scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Swann blocking the ground and pound attempt from Miyata. #T3# Miyata lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Miyata controlling the action here. Swann keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Swann looks like he's trying to stand up.
Miyata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Swann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#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. Ground and pound from Miyata. Swann has his hands clasped together around Miyata's back. He's all about the action. Miyata controlling the pace. Swann is trying to stand.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Miyata looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Swann misses the jab. Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Miyata missing with a left hand there. Swann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Kira Miyata will probably get the nod. That's time! Miyata's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Swann slips a straight right by Miyata. Miyata slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Miyata ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Miyata tests Swann's chin there with a solid looking shot. Kira Miyata is winning the standup battle so far. Swann throws a shot to the body.
Swann staying out of range there. Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
letting Swann counter with a right hand. Miyata misses with an uppercut
letting Swann counter with a right hand. A big right from Swann misses. Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Swann scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Swann. Swann throws out a counter right but Miyata avoids it with no problem.#T1# Swann tries to close the distance and clinch up but Miyata swats him away and circles back towards the center. Swann is looking to clinch but Miyata is avoiding it.
Miyata is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Nice jab there from Swann. Miyata scores with a nice head shot. Swann misses with a lunging right hand
and Miyata counters with a lovely straight right hand! Miyata takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses. Nice takedown defense from Swann. No joy for Miyata on that attempt. Swann swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miyata. Swann throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Miyata on the side of the head. Miyata bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Miyata has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Swann. Swann cracks Miyata with a right hand to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Miyata scores with a jab. A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann tries a quick counter leg kick but Miyata is wise to it. Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Miyata throws a jab when Swann was well out of range. Ross Swann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range. Swann connects with a jab. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Miyata. Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Miyata shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Miyata scores with a hook. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Swann tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Swann tries to land a leg kick but Miyata saw it coming and moves away.
Miyata swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Jab from Swann. Miyata looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Swann throws a good cross that connects.
Swann wants to clinch up but Miyata keeps it at a distance. Swann is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Miyata.#T3# A combination from Miyata does no damage. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet. Miyata throws out a loose jab but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Swann fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Swann takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Swann thows a left - swing and a miss! A big right from Miyata misses. Swann has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Miyata takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses. Swann ducks right into an uppercut from Miyata. Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata. Nice defenses there by Swann. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy. Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Swann's shoulder, as Swann tries to avoid the shot. #T4# A lazy left from Swann finds it's target. Miyata chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Swann can pounce on him.
A big left from Miyata misses. A countering left hand to the body from Swann misses.#TD# Miyata looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Miyata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Miyata is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Miyata'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. Miyata throwing shots but Swann is blocking nicely.
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 Kira Miyata. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Miyata, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:29 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kira Miyata! A victorious Kira Miyata 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:
GAMMA#640 Origi v Kakoulis
Date: Jun 10, 2017 |
#R1# Dong Hyuk connects with an inside leg kick. Dong Hyuk throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Dong Hyuk tries to work over Swann's front leg with a kick but Swann checks it. Swann swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Dong Hyuk throws a sloppy body shot
and Swann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Swann tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Dong Hyuk scores with a shot to the body.
Dong Hyuk moves out of range as Swann strikes. Dong Hyuk slips a straight right by Swann. Swann takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Dong Hyuk throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dong Hyuk throws a leg kick but Swann moved away. Swann misses with a jab to the body
letting Dong Hyuk counter with a right hand. Dong Hyuk misses with a body kick. An attempted straight right counter from Swann misses the target. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Dong Hyuk is looking to slow Swann down with leg kicks. Swann throws a hook but Dong Hyuk blocks it.#TD2# Dong Hyuk closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Swann did well to prevent Dong Hyuk getting side control.#T1##SUB2# Dong Hyuk wants to work for an arm triangle but Swann is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Well, if Dong Hyuk 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.
Dong Hyuk stalling away here and it's allowed Swann to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Dong Hyuk controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Dong Hyuk wants to control from the top but Swann keeps moving. Dong Hyuk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Swann swivels though and keeps the full guard. Dong Hyuk is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #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. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Swann wants to sweep here but Dong Hyuk controlling him for the moment. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Swann is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Swann throws a shot from downtown. Dong Hyuk moves away and avoids it. Dong Hyuk misses with a body kick. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Dong Hyuk cracks a nice hook into Swann's ribs. Dong Hyuk avoids the body shot from Swann.
#T3# Swann takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Swann takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Dong Hyuk looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Swann misses the target. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dong Hyuk lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Swann throws a leg kick but Dong Hyuk checks it. Swann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dong Hyuk lands a body shot.
Dong Hyuk lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Dong Hyuk cracks a nice hook into Swann's ribs. Dong Hyuk throws a nice inside leg kick. Dong Hyuk steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Swann. Dong Hyuk throws a leg kick and Swann counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dong Hyuk thinking. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Dong Hyuk takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dong Hyuk throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T4# Swann wants to land a leg kick but Dong Hyuk is out of range. Dong Hyuk scores with a shot to the body.
Swann misses with a hook to the body
and Dong Hyuk counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Swann thinking. Dong Hyuk scores with a body shot.
#TD2# Dong Hyuk scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2# Dong Hyuk is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dong Hyuk wants to take a breather but Swann is having none of it. #SUB2# Dong Hyuk is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2# Dong Hyuk is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Swann still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Swann has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shin Dong Hyuk dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Dong Hyuk takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. A solid leg kick lands there for Dong Hyuk.
Shin Dong Hyuk seems to be getting the better of the standup. Dong Hyuk lands a nice hook to Swann's body. Swann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Dong Hyuk connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Dong Hyuk lands a nice leg kick that just misses Swann's sensitive parts. #CL# Swann gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2# Dong Hyuk pulls guard successfully.
Swann passes Dong Hyuk's left leg - he's now in half guard. Swann is taking a breather. Dong Hyuk 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. Shin Dong Hyuk has got the better of the ground game so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dong Hyuk is trying to maintain the position but Swann is very close to passing his half guard.#T1# Dong Hyuk wants to get back to full guard. Swann not doing much here.
Dong Hyuk is trying to get back to full guard. Dong Hyuk trying to control here.
#SUB2# Dong Hyuk looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Dong Hyuk has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Dong Hyuk wants to control but Swann is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Swann stalling. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Dong Hyuk wants to control but Swann is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Swann takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Swann looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A jab from Swann misses. Dong Hyuk is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Swann rather than just go for the knockout. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Dong Hyuk, right into the meat.
Dong Hyuk buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dong Hyuk uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Swann takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#TD2# Dong Hyuk looking to score a takedown here. Swann is defending well but Dong Hyuk drives through and ends up in Swann's guard. Dong Hyuk is stalling in the full guard. #T3# Dong Hyuk looking to sit in guard and control but Swann gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Dong Hyuk tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2# Dong Hyuk had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Swann defends it easily. Dong Hyuk 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.#SUB2# Dong Hyuk has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Swann 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 Dong Hyuk.#T4# Dong Hyuk looking for a sweep but Swann has passed into full mount! Oh no! Dong Hyuk is trying desperately to improve position. Dong Hyuk wants to control but Swann is having none of it. Swann controlling from the full mount. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dong Hyuk is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shin Dong Hyuk will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Swann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Dong Hyuk ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A low kick from Dong Hyuk misses and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Dong Hyuk dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Swann misses with an uppercut
and Dong Hyuk counters with a left to the body. Swann misses with a kick to the body.
Dong Hyuk moves out of range as Swann strikes. Dong Hyuk looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Swann throws an off balance right hand
and Dong Hyuk counters with a low kick, right behind Swann 's knee. Dong Hyuk lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dong Hyuk throws a shot to the body.
Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Dong Hyuk is just out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dong Hyuk connects with an inside leg kick. Dong Hyuk thuds a left hand into Swann's body. Swann walks into a stiff left hand from Dong Hyuk. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann checks the leg kick. Dong Hyuk will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T1# Dong Hyuk slips under a jab from Swann. Dong Hyuk keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann. Dong Hyuk thows a leg kick but Swann checks it and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. A head kick misses from Swann. Dong Hyuk avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Swann misses with a straight right. Dong Hyuk dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Dong Hyuk attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Dong Hyuk misses with a jab to the body
and Swann counters with a good low kick that Dong Hyuk was not able to check. Dong Hyuk throws a low kick but Swann moves out of range easily. Dong Hyuk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Swann moves out of range of the body kick from Dong Hyuk.
Swann takes a body punch but keeps moving. Dong Hyuk throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range. Ross Swann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Dong Hyuk checks a leg kick nicely. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Dong Hyuk takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. That kick from Dong Hyuk tenderised Swann's leg. Swann is trying to keep his angry face on. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dong Hyuk.
Swann is looking for a counter combo. Swann on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dong Hyuk. Dong Hyuk obviously looking to wear him down.
Swann slips under a jab. Swann misses with a double jab.
Dong Hyuk lands with a nice body punch. A jab from Swann does it's job there. Dong Hyuk connects with a body shot that sends Swann's belly button to the back. Dong Hyuk misses with a body punch
and Swann counters with an inside leg kick. Dong Hyuk lands with a good body shot. Dong Hyuk throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3# Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dong Hyuk. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Swann checks a leg kick. Dong Hyuk connects with an inside leg kick. Dong Hyuk lands with a good body shot. Dong Hyuk throws a sloppy body shot
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Dong Hyuk does a little dance to reset his feet. Dong Hyuk jabs at Swann's body. Dong Hyuk ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Swann dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Swann throws the left hand but Dong Hyuk avoids the punch easily. Dong Hyuk thows a leg kick but Swann checks it and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Dong Hyuk misses with an uppercut
and Dong Hyuk takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dong Hyuk. Swann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dong Hyuk manages to avoid it.#T4# Swann throws a low kick, looking for Dong Hyuk's leg but Dong Hyuk calmly moves out of range. Swann looks to throw the jab but Dong Hyuk is out of range. Swann misses with a body shot.
Swann is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Dong Hyuk scores with a leg kick.
#TD2# Dong Hyuk closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Swann did well to prevent Dong Hyuk getting side control. Swann is staying active underneath Dong Hyuk, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2# Dong Hyuk is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Swann doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dong Hyuk. #SUB2# Dong Hyuk 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.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Shin Dong Hyuk. I've got Dong Hyuk winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30 Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shin Dong Hyuk! A relieved looking Shin Dong Hyuk 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:
GAMMA#635 Sito v Wayne
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1# Swann misses with a wild body shot. Newman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Swann sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann looks to throw the jab but Newman is out of range. Good shot there by Swann. We've been told by Newman's head coaches at LOD London Top Tier that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Swann takes a shot right to the bread basket. Swann keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#TD# Newman gets a takedown into half guard.#ES2# Swann manages to escape and get back to his feet! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Newman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Swann is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Newman with a body shot. Newman misses with a wild body shot. Newman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1# Newman walks into a left hand. Newman throws a sloppy head kick and Swann moves out of range easily. A big left from Swann misses. Swann defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Newman. It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Swann wants to clinch up but Newman keeps it at a distance. Swann cracks Newman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Newman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Newman throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. Swann is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newman. Swann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Newman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Swann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Swann throws a hook to the side of Newman's head but Newman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2# Newman is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Newman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Newman misses with a two punch combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy. Swann with a nice cross. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD# Newman closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Swann's guard. Newman wants to control from the top but Swann keeps moving. Newman tries to free his leg and advance position but Swann is retaining full guard. Newman trying to control the position from guard on top but Swann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Newman wants to pass the guard but Swann is keeping the position.#T3# Newman content to stall in guard here. Newman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Newman trying to control the position from guard on top but Swann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Newman with a flurry of punches that miss. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Swann holds on and takes a little breather. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Newman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Swann connects with a body shot. Swann misses with a hook. Newman ducked under it nicely. Swann with a jab. Swann takes a swing at Newman's ribcage but misses. Swann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Swann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Swann shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. A head kick misses from Swann. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. That's time! Newman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Newman lands the left hand. Swann misses with a looping left. Newman tries to counter with a takedown but Swann is quick to defend against it. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Newman lands a nice hook to Swann's body. Swann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2# Swann clinches up with Newman and pushes him back against the cage. Newman lands a left hand.
Newman looking for a takedown. Newman pushes Swann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Newman blocks an uppercut.
Newman is working for takedown but Swann is calmly controlling the position for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Newman is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. A shot in the inside from Swann. Nice body punch from Swann. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Newman.
#T1##BC# Newman manages to break the clinch.
#CL2# Swann has closed the distance and engaged Newman in a clinch.
Newman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC# Newman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice shot by Newman. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Newman throws a body shot but no joy. Swann swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Newman is just out of range. Donk. Newman catches Swann right on the button with a cross. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup. Newman fails with a takedown attempt from distance. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paul Newman. That's going to take a lot out of him. Swann scores with a punch to the head. A telegraphed right hand from Swann misses the target. #T2# Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newman moves away. Swann misses with a body shot.
Newman misses with a hook. Swann ducked under it nicely. Newman fails with the takedown. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Newman throws a right hand that Swann ducks under and follows up with a left that Swann also avoids with ease. Newman throws a right and a left that both miss. Swann is looking to chop away at Newman's legs. Some bone on bone action there as Newman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Newman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Newman wants to clinch.#T3# Some bone on bone action there as Newman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Swann throws a shot from downtown. Newman moves away and avoids it. Newman connects with a body shot. Newman avoids the body shot from Swann.
Swann looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Newman scores with a head kick. Swann tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Newman takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses. Newman works Swann's body with a nice hook. Swann throws a hook but Newman blocks it. Newman swings widly with a right hand
and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Newman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann. Swann throws a leg kick #TD# and Newman counters with a shoot takedown. Swann fights it but they end up in guard. #T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Newman throws a strike but Swann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Newman 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. Newman looking to control.
Newman controlling the position. Paul Newman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB# Newman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Swann postures up.
Newman has control of Swann's left arm, preventing Swann from doing any damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ross Swann will probably get the nod - 10:9. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Newman does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Swann turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Newman defending well as Swann loads up on a big left hand. Swann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Swann swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD# and Newman counters with a shoot takedown. Swann fights it but they end up in guard. #ES2# The fighters are working up against the cage. Swann manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage. Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Newman's elbow. Newman lands with a right to the head. Newman tries to work over Swann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann misses with a body punch.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Newman uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Newmans head. Newman tries to break the clinch but Swann is controlling the position. Swann misses with a body punch.
#T1# Newman takes a shot to the head. Swann struggles to land a body shot inside as Newman controls his hands.
Newman tries to stall but Swann uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Newman stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Swann lands a body shot. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Newman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann lands a left hand.
Newman scores with a shoulder strike. Swann misses with a punch to the body.
Swann tries a body shot but Newman blocks it.
Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Newman scores with a nice short uppercut. Newman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Newman. Swann lands with a light punch inside. #T2# Newman is looking for a takedown. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A shot in the inside from Swann. Swann has had enough of the clinch but Newman keeps him there for the moment. Newman gets through Swann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A left hand lands to the body for Swann.
Paul Newman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Good body shot from Newman.
Swann lands a hook that snaps the head of Newman backwards. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Newman swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Newman.
Swann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann lands a shoulder strike. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Newman uses good head movement to avoid it. A short right hand to the side of the head by Swann.#T3##TD# Newman has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Swann is trying to keep an underhook but Newman manages to get the takedown into half guard. Newman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Newman controlling the action here. Newman wants to pass to mount but Swann is defending the position. Newman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Newman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Swann defending well though. Newman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Swann defending well though. #T4# Newman is trying to control. Swann wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Newman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Newman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Swann tries to get to full guard but Newman has control of the leg. Swann keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Newman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Swann blocking the ground and pound attempt from Newman. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Swann winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! Ross Swann thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
gc146
Date: Apr 22, 2017 |
#R1# A decent looking cross lands there for Swann. Swann checks the leg kick nicely there.
Swann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Swann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Chisholm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Chisholm takes one to the side of the head.
Swann misses with a hook. Chisholm ducked under it nicely. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Chisholm 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 Swann has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Swann and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Swann scores with a nice head shot. Chisholm tries to close the distance and clinch but Swann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Swann lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chisholm. Swann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Chisholm throws a head kick that misses. Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Swann misses the shot to the body. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2# Chisholm instigates a clinch. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Chisholm lands a body punch. Swann misses with a body punch.
Chisholm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1# A right handed body shot lands from Swann.
Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC# Swann manages to break the clinch.
A slow jab from Chisholm misses its intended target. Swann motions for Chisholm to come forward. Swann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Chisholm throws the kick towards the body but Swann avoids it. Chisholm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Chisholm is just out of range. Swann throws a quick inside leg kick. Swann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chisholm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Swann avoids the head kick by Chisholm.
Swann looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Chisholm throws a hook but Swann blocks it. Chisholm misses with a head kick.
Swann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Chisholm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2# Chisholm rushes Swann and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Chisholm tries to work over Swann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC# Swann manages to break the clinch.
Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chisholm sees it coming and avoids it easily. Chisholm smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Chisholm looks to throw a body kick and Swann counters with a left to the body. Swann tries to work over Chisholm's front leg with a kick but Chisholm checks it. The crowd cheers as Chisholm lands an impressive looking overhand right. Swann doesn't seem phased though. Chisholm moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Chisholm thumps Swann with a low kick. Swann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Swann swings widly with a right hand
and Chisholm counters with a low kick, right behind Swann 's knee. Chisholm moves away from the strike by Swann. A low kick from Chisholm misses and Swann counters with a one-two to the body. #CL2# Chisholm clinches. Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Chisholm prevents a body shot from Swann. Chisholm blocking some punches.
#T3# A shot in the inside from Chisholm. Chisholm blocking some punches.
Chisholm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chisholm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann is leaning against Chisholm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Chisholm has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Chisholm lands a body punch in the clinch. A short right from Swann on the inside. Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC# Swann breaks the clinch.
Swann misses with a lunging right hand
and Chisholm counters with an inside leg kick. Swann missing with a left hand there. Chisholm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Swann clobbers Chisholm with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Chisholm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Swann throws an overhand right that lands on Chisholm's shoulder, as Chisholm tries to avoid the shot. Chisholm throws a big shot that misses.#T4##CL2# Chisholm rushes Swann and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
Swann lands a nice shot to the body. Chisholm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann lands a body punch. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Chisholm uses good head movement to avoid it. A short body shot lands from Swann as the two fighters clinch.
Swann lands a body punch in the clinch. Chisholm lands a right hand. Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. Chisholm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Chisholm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Swann pushes Chisholm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Chisholm lands a nice uppercut. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Swann lands with a shot to the body. Swann walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Chisholm keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Swann throws a hook but Chisholm blocks it. Chisholm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chisholm tries to bum rush Swann with a series of wild strikes but Swann uses good footwork to avoid the assault. A big right from Swann misses. Chisholm tries a head kick but it misses.
Swann keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Chisholm. Chisholm scores with a kick to the midsection. Swann lands a nice looking kick to the body. Chisholm takes a step back to recover. Swann lands a jab to Chisholm's midsection. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target. Chisholm flicks out a counter leg kick but Swann steps away. Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far. Chisholm tries to close the distance and clinch up but Swann swats him away and circles back towards the center. Swann throws a leg kick which misses Chisholm's front leg but catches the back leg as Chisholm tries to avoid it. Chisholm fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1# Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2# Chisholm instigates a clinch. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Swann lands with a right to the head. Chisholm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Chisholm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Chisholm misses with a body punch.
Chisholm throws a head punch that misses. Swann blocks a body shot from Chisholm. A shot in the inside from Chisholm. Swann working aggressively here.
Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Chisholm as the two fighters clinch.
Chisholm swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2# Chisholm throws a head punch that misses. Swann working aggressively here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Chisholm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Swann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. Swann pushes Chisholm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Chisholm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chisholm has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
A short right from Swann. Swann has had enough of the clinch but Chisholm keeps him there for the moment. Swann misses with a body punch.
Swann looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Chisholm digs a right hand underneath Swann's ribcage. Swann let out a lung full of air as it connected. Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3# Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Swann lands on the inside with an uppercut. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Chisholm uses good head movement to avoid it. Chisholm working aggressively here.
Chisholm prevents a body shot from Swann. Swann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann tries to circle away but Chisholm has him pinned against the cage. Chisholm lands a shoulder strike. Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Chisholm lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Swann or not. A short left from Chisholm. Chisholm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Chisholm takes a shot to the head. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Chisholm controls the action.
Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Chisholm. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. #T4# Nice body punch from Swann. #BC# Swann breaks from the clinch.
Swann looks to land a body kick but Chisholm moved away. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Swann misses with a body shot.
Swann keeps the fight on the outside. An inside leg kick lands from Swann. Chisholm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Nice jab there from Swann. Chisholm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Chisholm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Chisholm needs to keep his hands up - Swann had a free shot at his head there. Chisholm closes the distance looking to clinch and Swann counters with a nice body kick. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Chisholm is just out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ross Swann will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R3# Swann lands a jab to the nose. Chisholm misses with an uppercut. Swann saw that one coming. Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slapping body kick lands there for Chisholm. A jab from Swann does it's job there. Chisholm lands a leg kick that knocks Swann off balance momentarily. Chisholm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Swann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Swann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Swann is looking to counter with a shot to the body. An inside leg kick lands from Swann. #CL2# Chisholm forces Swann back against the cage and clinches. Swann working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chisholm. Ambrose Chisholm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Chisholm controls the action.
Swann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chisholm working aggressively here.
A hook to the body from Swann.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chisholm. #T1# Chisholm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chisholm lands a body punch in the clinch. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann presses Chisholm against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann lands with a left to the head. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A shot in the inside from Chisholm. Chisholm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann tries to work over Chisholm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Chisholm prevents Swann from breaking the clinch. Swann wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Swann misses with the head strike.
Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2# Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Swann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Swann throws a head punch that misses. Chisholm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good body shot from Swann.
Swann throws a head punch that misses. Chisholm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chisholm. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3# Chisholm blocking some punches.
Chisholm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chisholm pushes Swann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Swann blocking some punches.
Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC# Swann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Chisholm tries to clinch but Swann moves out of range. Swann scores with a jab to the head.
Swann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chisholm looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Swann clobbers Chisholm with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Chisholm blocks a jab. Chisholm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Swann throws a head kick that misses. #CL2# Chisholm pushes Swann up against the cage in a clinch. Swann lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chisholm backwards. Swann scores with a shoulder strike. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Swann struggles to land a body shot inside as Chisholm controls his hands.
#T4# Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. Swann pushes Chisholm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Chisholm.
Chisholm misses with a short punch on the inside. Chisholm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chisholm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short uppercut from Swann. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann scores with a shoulder strike. Chisholm throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Chisholm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Swann. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. A left hand lands to the body for Chisholm.
Chisholm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Swann struggles to land a body shot inside as Chisholm controls his hands.
Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann clearly takes that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R4# Swann loads up on a big right hand but Chisholm slips the punch. Chisholm has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Swann. Chisholm slips a straight right by Swann. Chisholm scores with a kick to the body.
Swann throws an overhand right that lands on Chisholm's shoulder, as Chisholm tries to avoid the shot. Swann swings for the body but Chisholm moves out of range.
Swann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chisholm. Swann bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chisholm's head. Chisholm tries to clinch but Swann is having none of it. #CL2# Chisholm closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Swann. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chisholm misses with the head strike.
Swann tries a body shot but Chisholm blocks it.
Chisholm working aggressively here.
Still in the clinch, Chisholm scores with a nice short uppercut. Swann scores with a nice hook to the head. Swann blocks an uppercut.
#T1# Chisholm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chisholm blocks a body shot from Swann. A head punch blocked on the inside by Chisholm. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. Chisholm misses with a punch to the body.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Chisholm is working Swann over against the cage. Chisholm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Swann. Chisholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Swann. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Chisholm can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch. Chisholm lands an uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. Chisholm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2# Chisholm misses with the head strike.
Chisholm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Chisholm blocks an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Chisholm lands with a light punch inside. Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chisholm's elbow. Good body shot from Chisholm.
Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. Chisholm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chisholm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Swann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Chisholms head. A short right from Swann. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Chisholm is leaning against Swann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Chisholm has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Swann tries to throw a body punch but Chisholm avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3# Chisholm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Swanns head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. Chisholm pushes Swann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Chisholm misses with a hook from the clinch. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Chisholm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Chisholm blocking some punches.
Swann lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chisholm backwards. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chisholm. Chisholm misses with a hook from the clinch. Chisholm blocking some punches.
Chisholm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Chisholm. Swann working aggressively here.
Swann tries to work over Chisholm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Chisholm.
A short body shot lands from Swann as the two fighters clinch.
#BC# Swann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4# Chisholm throws a sloppy head kick and Swann moves out of range easily. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann connects with a nice looking jab.
Swann lands a nice hook to Chisholm's body. Chisholm takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Swann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Chisholm slips under a jab. Swann misses with a straight left. Swann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Swann feints and then cracks Chisholm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chisholm down. An inside leg kick lands from Swann. Chisholm throws out a powerful jab. Chisholm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swann throws out the jab. Chisholm takes one on the button. Chisholm closes the distance looking to clinch and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann had his way with Ambrose Chisholm in that round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R5# Swann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Swann throwing a counter right hand but Chisholm manages to avoid it. Chisholm tries to close the distance and clinch but Swann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Swann seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Chisholm throws a body shot but no joy. Swann swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Swann cracks the inside of Chisholm's front leg. Swann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Some bone on bone action there as Swann checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Chisholm tries to clinch but Swann is having none of it. Chisholm's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Chisholm misses with a leg kick and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. Chisholm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Swann is out of range and Chisholm settles back down. Chisholm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Swann under the eye. Chisholm takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A big right from Swann misses. Chisholm throws out a counter right but Swann avoids it with no problem. Swann lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Swann cracks Chisholm with a right hand to the side of the head. Chisholm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Chisholm shapes to counter with a head kick.#T1# Swann's corner calls for a 1-2. Swann obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Chisholm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A head kick misses from Swann. Chisholm ducks right into an uppercut from Swann. Swann moves out of range of the strikes. Swann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Swann staying out of range there. Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chisholm. Chisholm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Chisholm cracks the inside of Swann's front leg. Chisholm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Swann checks it well. A lazy left from Chisholm finds it's target. Nice shot by Swann. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chisholm fails to land with a series of punches.
Chisholm cracks the inside of Swann's front leg. Ambrose Chisholm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann swats away the attempt to clinch by Chisholm. Chisholm pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. An attempted straight right counter from Swann misses the target. Swann stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Chisholm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Swann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. A counter left hand to the body from Swann misses its target. Swann with a body punch. A glancing blow. Swann avoids the head kick by Chisholm.
Swann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chisholm looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Chisholm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Chisholm tries to clinch up. Swann scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Swann throws a sloppy body shot
and Chisholm counters with a thumping low kick. Swann scores with a hook to the body. Chisholm takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Swann looks to land a right hand but Chisholm moved out of range. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Chisholm is just out of range.#T3# Jab by Swann. Chisholm throws a lazy uppercut
and Swann counters with a one-two to the body. Chisholm misses with a wild body shot. Chisholm takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Swann 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.#CL2# Chisholm has managed to clinch.
Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. Chisholm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chisholm has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Chisholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chisholm tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
#BC# Swann manages to break the clinch.
Swann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chisholm can do to turn this around? A slapping leg kick lands for Chisholm.
Chisholm throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Chisholm scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Swann moves out of range as Chisholm strikes.#T4# A jab from Swann misses. A telegraphed right hand from Swann misses the target. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Chisholm! But no joy. Chisholm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Swann has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2# Chisholm gets a clinch. Chisholm misses with a punch on the inside.
Chisholm throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. Swann prevents a body shot from Chisholm. Swann wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Swann blocks a body shot from Chisholm. A nice left hand lands by Chisholm.
A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land. Swann pushes Chisholm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Swann lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC# Swann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Chisholm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chisholm scores with a leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann showed his dominance in that final round. Well Swann 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 50:46 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 50:46 Judge George Francis scores the fight 50:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! Ross Swann is the new featherweight champion! A relieved looking Ross Swann 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:
gc143.5
Date: Apr 01, 2017 |
#R1# Swann shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Swann moves out of range of the strikes. Swann catches Small with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Small displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swann throws out the jab. Small ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Small tests Swann's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2# Small shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Small content to stall in guard here. Small looking to pass the guard. Swann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Small has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1# Small tries to free his leg and advance position but Swann is retaining full guard. Small throws an elbow that misses. Swann uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Small's guard. Nice move by Swann!#REVR##SUB2# Small has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Swann can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Small is trying to keep Swann in close.
Small looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2# Small working for submissions but it's allowed Swann to get to half guard.
#T2# Small tries to get to full guard but Swann has control of the leg. Small trying to control but Swann postures up.
Swann performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Small tries to get to full guard but Swann has control of the leg. #T3# Small keeping control of the position. Swann sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Swann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Small circles away quickly and effectively. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Small! But no joy.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. A solid leg kick lands there for Swann.
Swann cracks Small with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Small misses with an uppercut
letting Swann counter with a right hand. Swann throws a body shot but no joy. Small misses with an uppercut. Swann saw that one coming. Swann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Small misses with a series of wild punches.
A counter left hand to the body from Swann misses its target. Small pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Swann throwing a counter right hand but Small manages to avoid it. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Small appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL2# Small moves into the clinch. Small is looking to take this one to the mat. Small is trying to drag Swann to the mat but Swann just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Small. Swann misses with a body punch.
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 Ross Swann will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Small looks to land a right hand but Swann moved out of range. Swann swings for the body but Small moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Small misses. Small takes a jab right on the kisser.
Swann is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Small ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Swann throws a series of punches but Small moves out of range. Small now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Swann lands a leg kick that knocks Small off balance momentarily. We've been told by Swann's head coaches at Wild Card that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2# Small moves into range and clinches up with Swann. Small tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Small is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent. Small wants to stall.
A short left from Swann. Small changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Swann fights it off and pushes away nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann lands a nice shot that snaps Small's head back.
A big left from Swann misses. #TD2# Small gets the takedown into side control. #T1# Small passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Swann! Swann is trying to escape the mount.
Swann wants to hold on but Small pushes him away. Small thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. Small lands a couple of good shots and Swann has given up his back, trying to escape the position! A lull in the action here.
Small missing with punches from the back. Well, with Small on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Swann is tapping out... Can he escape the position? Will Small go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T2# Small lands strikes to the head. Small trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Small is trying to stick to Swann's back but Swann is turning into Small. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Small's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Swann. Swann controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2# Small looking for a guillotine here but Swann defends easily.
Swann has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Small working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Swann has passed into half guard!
#T3# Small is trying to get back to full guard. Swann performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Swann is keen to just control but Small is a slippery customer.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Small is trying to maintain the position but Swann is very close to passing his half guard. Swann is keen to just control but Small is a slippery customer.#SUB2# Small looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ross Swann will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R3# Small throws a looping overhand right but Swann ducks down to avoid it. Small defending well as Swann loads up on a big left hand. Swann connects with a body shot that sends Small's belly button to the back. Swann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A big right from Small misses. Small throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. Swann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Small misses with a straight left. Small looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Small sizes up Swann with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Swann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Small manages to avoid it. Small misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Swann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. That kick from Swann tenderised Small's leg. Small is trying to keep his angry face on. Swann throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. As Swann backs off Small throws a huge counter combo but Swann manages to avoid it all.#T1# A lazy body kick from Swann letting Small counter with a right hand. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Small takes a jab right on the kisser.
Swann blocks a jab. Swann half committed to a counter leg kick. Swann moves into range and connects with a jab. Small connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Swann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Small counters with a nice uppercut. Small keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Small tries to counter it with a takedown but Swann pushes his down on his head and steps out. Small misses with a few strikes there.
Small swinging wildly here.
It looked like Swann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. A right-left combo lands from Swann. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann cracks Small with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Small lands with an uppercut that bounces Swann off the cage and back into range.#T2# Small moves out of range as Swann strikes. Small throws out a loose jab but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Nice jab there from Swann. Small tries to clinch but Swann moves out of range. Swann seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Swann jabs Small right on the nose. Small blinks but takes it well. Small misses with a looping right. Swann throws a front kick that sends Small stumbling back into the cage. Swann cracks Small with a right hand to the side of the head. Swann throws a lazy uppercut
and Small counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann lands a body shot.
Swann misses with a looping right. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann throws a hook but Small blocks it. A cross from Swann lands. A big right from Swann misses. #T3# Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Small throws out a counter right but Swann avoids it with no problem. Good shot there by Swann. Swann with a hook. Small shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Swann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Small can do to turn this around? Small shoots in for a takedown but Swann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Swann chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far. Swann lands a nice looking body shot.
Swann connects with a looping right hand.
Dixie Small has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Small misses with a hook. Small keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann cracks Small with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Swann lands a head kick!
Swann throws a jab when Small was well out of range. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Small throws a body shot but no joy. A counter left hand to the body from Swann misses its target.#T4# Swann scores with a nice head shot. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Small throws a counter combo. Small might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Small was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. Swann is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. A lazy left from Swann finds it's target. A decent looking cross lands there for Swann. Small takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Swann scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Small doesn't seem bothered though. Swann lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Small misses with a looping right. Small misses with a combination
and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Small moves out of range easily. Small on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Swann lands a head kick. Small smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Swann, 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27 Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! Our winner, Ross Swann, 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. In defeat, Dixie Small stepped up to the mic, saying 'It was a good win, but nevertheless, I'll still be bringing home my opponent's girl . Don't feel left out man. And as usual, we'll be making a pov video for all you fans out there. Sayonara'.
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Event:
gc140
Date: Mar 11, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Chambers shoots in and bounces Swann off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Chambers postures up in Swann's guard and throws a big left but Swann blocks it. Swann is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Swann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Chambers postures up.
Chambers working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chambers content to stall in guard here. Swann pulls Chambers in close to his closed guard and prevents Chambers from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1# Chambers trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. We've been hearing reports that Chambers has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Chambers avoids the body shot from Swann.
Swann uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Swann scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chambers doesn't seem bothered though. Swann lands a really nice looking cross but Chambers seems unphased.
Chambers throws a hook but Swann blocks it. Swann goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Chambers stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Swann. Nice cross by Swann. No luck with that takedown attempt from Chambers. #T2# Chambers throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swann. Swann works the jab nicely. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Chambers throws a right hand that misses
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Swann moves forwards but Chambers connects with a nice, crisp jab. Chambers throws a right and a left that Swann avoids nicely. Chambers misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chambers. Chambers shoots in and drives through. Swann sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johny Chambers. That's going to take a lot out of him. Swann with a body punch. A glancing blow. Swann scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Swann moves out of range of the strikes. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD# Chambers bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Swann is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3# Chambers trying to control the action but Swann is working from the bottom. Chambers working the head with strikes. Chambers wants to lay and pray for a moment but Swann keeps working. Swann 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.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Chambers sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Swann is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Swann on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Chambers trying to control the action but Swann is working from the bottom. Swann parries the strikes from Chambers easily there. Chambers is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Swann to escape.
Swann sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Chambers throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Chambers keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ross Swann 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# Chambers moves away from the strike by Swann. Chambers shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Swann pinned against the cage. Swann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chambers tries for a takedown but Swann circles away easily and Swann counters with a lovely shot to the body. Swann throws a lazy right hand but Chambers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Swann ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Swann cracks Chambers with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chambers shoots in but Swann avoids the takedown attempt easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johny Chambers. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice jab there from Swann. Swann is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Chambers looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range.#T1##TD# Chambers throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Swann was covering up waiting for the punch and Chambers finishes the takedown easily into guard. Swann has been the more effective fighter overall so far. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chambers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Chambers content to stall in guard here. Johny Chambers overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Chambers trying to control the position from guard on top but Swann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chambers 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. Chambers might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Swann utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2# Chambers cracks Swann with a solid left hand. Swann avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Chambers throwing strikes but missing. Chambers with a flurry of punches that miss. Swann keeping moving, preventing Chambers from controlling successfully. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Chambers postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Johny Chambers is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Swann connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3# Swann moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Swann connects with a right hand. Chambers shakes it off. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chambers fails with a takedown attempt. Swann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Chambers shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Swann pinned against the cage. Swann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Chambers moves into range and connects with a jab. Chambers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Chambers thinking. A leg kick checked by Chambers.#T4# Swann connects with a looping right hand.
Chambers takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Swann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD# Chambers shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann wants to improve his position but Chambers is controlling well.
Chambers lands strikes from half guard. Chambers lands with a punch from half guard. Swann is concentrating on defense, preventing Chambers from advancing position. Swann avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Chambers. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Swann displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chambers. Swann counters with a body kick. Chambers swinging wildly here.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Swann. Swann misses the shot to the body. Chambers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Swann.
Chambers is looking to counter with a shot to the body. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chambers. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chambers shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Swann defends it nicely. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johny Chambers. That's going to take a lot out of him. Swann keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1# Chambers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Swann throws a lazy uppercut
and Chambers makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Chambers with a lazy takedown attempt enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Chambers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Chambers is defended easily by Swann. Swann was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Swann tests Chambers's chin there with a solid looking shot. Swann looks to land a right hand but Chambers moved out of range. Chambers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swann. Swann bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chambers's head.#T2# Swann connects with the punch. Nice defenses there by Chambers. Swann stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Swann wants it to stay on the feet. Chambers misses with a double jab.
Swann thinks about the counter body kick. Swann missing with a left hand there. Chambers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann throws a nice head kick!
#ROC2# Chambers is rocked! Swann cracks Chambers with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Chambers tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Swann pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Chambers is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ross Swann! A relieved looking Ross Swann 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:
gc138.5
Date: Feb 25, 2017 |
#R1# Teller pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Teller tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Swann is able to avoid easily. Teller takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Teller keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann scores with a shot to the body.
Swann throws a left and a right that both miss
and Teller counters with a straight right hand. Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Teller. Swann throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#CL# Swann clinches up against the cage. Teller utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Teller creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Swann misses with a body punch.
Teller is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Swann is defending well for now. Nice body punch from Swann - that landed with a thud.
A short right from Swann. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Swann throws a head punch that misses. Swann scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1# Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann working aggressively here.
Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Teller's elbow. Swann lands with a light punch inside. Teller scores with a shoulder strike. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swann. Swann misses with some punches.
Teller lands with a light punch inside. Swann scores with a hook to the body. Swann throws a head punch that misses. #BC# Swann manages to break the clinch.
Swann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Teller. Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by Teller. Teller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Swann.
Swann missing with a left hand there. Teller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Swann looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Teller slips under a jab. A solid leg kick lands there for Teller.
Swann takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Teller to counter with a crisp jab. Swann misses the shot to the body. Swann throws a shot to the body.
Teller throws a leg kick but Swann moved away. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Teller jabbing away but nothing is landing. Swann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Swann quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Swann swings for the body but Teller moves out of range.
Teller unleashes a big counter combination but Swann bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Teller throws a lazy body kick and Swann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann takes a shot right to the bread basket. Swann throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Swann slips under a jab from Teller. Swann looks to throw the jab but Teller is out of range. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Teller throws out a counter right but Swann avoids it with no problem. Teller tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3# Swann catches Teller with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Swann connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Swann tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Teller is able to avoid easily. A nice side step and Teller releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Swann throws a big shot that misses. It seemed like Teller was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Swann misses the shot to the body. Teller uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swann. A looping hook to the body misses from Teller. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Teller was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. Nice uppercut there from Teller. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Teller sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann moves out of range as Teller strikes. Swann throws a looping overhand right but Teller ducks down to avoid it. Teller flicks out a counter leg kick but Swann steps away. Teller throws the kick towards the body but Swann avoids it. Teller fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Swann blocks a jab.#T4# Swann takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Teller swats away the attempt to clinch by Swann. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann misses with a looping right. Teller takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Swann takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Swann throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Swann cracks Teller with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Teller misses with a looping left. A quick step to the side and Swann tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Teller blocks a jab. Swann lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Teller misses with a hook. Swann ducked under it nicely. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann swats away the attempt to clinch by Teller. Swann throws the left hand but Teller avoids the punch easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Teller. A jab from Swann misses. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Teller does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann misses with an uppercut. Teller saw that one coming. Teller only half commits to the counter leg kick. Swann paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Teller waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Swann. A lazy body kick from Teller and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Teller is just out of range. Teller uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swann. Teller throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Teller lands with a slapping head kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Teller is just out of range. Swann missing with a left hand there. Teller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Teller avoids the head kick by Swann.
Swann throws a head kick that misses. Teller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Teller throws a leg kick that misses. Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1# Teller moves out of range as Swann strikes. Swann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Teller can do to turn this around? Teller gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Teller keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by Teller. Teller connects with a leg kick. Swann looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Teller sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann misses the shot to the body. Teller's jab looks to have found its range, popping Swann under the eye. Teller avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far. A big left from Teller misses. Swann throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Nice straight punches there by Teller. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Teller. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Teller does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann misses with a left hand and Teller counters with a two punch combo. Swann lands a slapping body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Teller rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Swann counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Teller thinking. #T2# A slapping body kick lands there for Teller. Swann looks to land a right hand but Teller moved out of range. Teller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Swann swings away with a body shot that misses
and Teller counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Teller on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Teller is looking to take this fight into the clinch. A jab from Teller does it's job there. Teller cracks Swann with a right hand to the side of the head. Swann misses with an uppercut. Teller saw that one coming. Swann misses with a hook. Teller throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Swann throws a big counter combination but Teller scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Teller tries a head kick but it misses.
Teller lands a high kick!
A lazy body kick from Teller letting Swann counter with a right hand. #T3# Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Teller fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Swann. Teller swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Swann. The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Swann lands a lovely overhand right. Swann fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. A big left from Swann misses. Teller was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Swann throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Teller misses with a straight left. Swann was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Teller misses with a head kick.
Teller tries to clinch up but Swann circles away and keeps his distance. Swann plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Teller connects with a looping right hand.
Swann swats away the attempt to clinch by Teller.#CL# Swann takes the fight into the clinch. #T4# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Teller lands an elbow inside. Swann misses with a body punch.
Teller tries to land a knee to the head but Swann blocks with his arms.
Ross Swann has scored more points in the clinch so far. A body shot lands from Teller.
Swann misses with some punches.
Swann on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Teller.
Teller misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann lands a nice shot to the body. A short right hand to the side of the head by Swann. Swann struggles to land a body shot inside as Teller controls his hands.
Teller lands an elbow that stopped Swann in his tracks for a moment. Teller blocks a body shot from Swann. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Teller doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Teller uses good head movement to avoid it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ross Swann will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Swann misses with an uppercut. Teller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Swann moves away. Swann finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Teller thumps Swann with a low kick. Teller fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL2# Teller moves into the clinch successfully.
Teller tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Swann's elbow. Teller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Teller misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Swann.
Teller throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Swann lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Teller backwards. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann keeps control of Teller as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Swann tries to throw a body punch but Teller avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Swann avoiding damage as Teller throws knees to the body.
Teller pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. A hook to the body from Swann.
Swann struggles to land a body shot inside as Teller controls his hands.
#T1# Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Teller. Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. Teller throws an elbow that misses.
Teller looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Swann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Swann throws a head punch that misses. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Teller. Teller blocks a body shot from Swann. Swann scores with a shoulder strike. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Teller doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Teller. Swann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Teller scores with a hook to the body. Teller blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2# Teller is looking to control Swann's arms but Swann gets an underhook and turns him. Now Teller has his back to the cage. Teller blocking some punches.
A short body shot lands from Teller as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann digs a right hand into Teller's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Teller's gas tank. Teller tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Swann avoids it. Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Teller lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Teller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Teller misses with a body punch.
Teller lands with a short head shot on the inside. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann working aggressively here.
Swann lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Teller backwards. Teller tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
Teller misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Swann.
Swann blocks a body shot from Teller. #T3# A right hook to the body lands for Teller.
Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Teller fails to land. Swann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Teller blocks a body shot from Swann. Swann lands a body shot. Jax Teller has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Swann blocks a body shot from Teller. Teller misses with a punch to the body.
Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Swann lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Swann lands a nice shot to the body. Swann digs a right hand underneath Teller's ribcage. Teller let out a lung full of air as it connected. Swann scores with a shoulder strike. Teller lands an elbow inside. Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Teller's elbow. Swann lands a left hand.
#ROC# Teller is rocked!#T4# Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Teller is still on wobbly legs! Can Swann finish him? Swann scores with a hook to the body. Teller takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. Swann cracks Teller with a nice body shot. Swann lands an uppercut. Swann lands a left hand.
Swann gets through Teller's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann lands a right hand. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Swann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Teller softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Swann working aggressively here.
Teller tries to stall but Swann uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Swann throws a head punch that misses. Swann takes an elbow to the forehead. Swann blocks the elbow strike.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann showed his dominance in that final round. Well Swann 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! Ross Swann 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:
gc134
Date: Jan 28, 2017 |
#R1# Swann moves out of range as Stelzer strikes. Stelzer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann. Swann doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. A looping hook to the body misses from Stelzer. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Stelzer looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Wolfram Stelzer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann misses with a series of wild punches.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Stelzer, as that shot connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Stelzer's jab looks to have found its range, popping Swann under the eye. Decent striking displayed by Swann there. Stelzer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swann. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy. Swann lands with a cross. #T1# Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stelzer. Stelzer really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Stelzer misses with an uppercut
and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2# It looks like Wolfram Stelzer has been cut. Stelzer throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range. Swann misses with a straight left. Stelzer definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Stelzer misses with a looping left. Swann shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Nice uppercut there from Swann. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Stelzer throws a jab when Swann was well out of range. Swann looks like he wants to counter punch here. Stelzer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stelzer thinking. Stelzer lands a nice shot to the body.
#T2# Swann has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Stelzer. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stelzer. Stelzer throws the left hand but Swann avoids the punch easily. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann stuffs the takedown attempt from Stelzer. Stelzer gets slowly back to his feet. Swann lands a really nice looking cross but Stelzer seems unphased.
Swann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stelzer.
Stelzer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Stelzer lands a nice shot to the body.
#T3# Stelzer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Swann. It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Stelzer misses with a straight left. Stelzer throws a good cross that connects.
#TD# Stelzer closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Stelzer is putting a hurting on Swann here, landing some big shots from side control. Stelzer creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Swann sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB# Stelzer tries for a kimura but Swann is defending well. You can see the frustration on Swann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4# Stelzer scoring with punches and elbows. Stelzer is putting a hurting on Swann here, landing some big shots from side control. Stelzer misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Swann is trying to control Stelzer's posture but Stelzer avoids it. Swann prevents Stelzer from improving position. Swann is letting Stelzer control him for a moment. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Stelzer'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. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wolfram Stelzer dominated that round. The cut man is working on Wolfram Stelzer's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Swann takes a swing at Stelzer's ribcage but misses. Stelzer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Stelzer throws a jab but it's blocked by Swann. Stelzer misses with a hook. Swann scores with a jab to the body. The fighters circling - Stelzer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Swann let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Stelzer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swann. Stelzer slips under a jab from Swann. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann connects with a right hand. Stelzer shakes it off. Stelzer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Stelzer misses with a combination
letting Swann counter with a right hand. #T1# Swann thows a left - swing and a miss! Swann lands a right hook to the body.
Stelzer misses with a straight right. Stelzer misses with a straight left. Stelzer throws a right and a left that Swann avoids nicely. Swann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Stelzer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Stelzer is looking to counter punch. Stelzer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Swann connects with a looping right hand.
Stelzer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2# Good exchange - Swann coming out on top. Nice jab there from Stelzer. A swing and a miss from Swann. Stelzer blocks a jab. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Stelzer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Stelzer digs a good hook to Swann's body.
Swann takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Swann blocks a jab. Swann walks into a jab.#T3# Stelzer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD# Stelzer gets a takedown into half guard. Swann avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Stelzer. Stelzer will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Stelzer takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Swann is looking for a sweep. Stelzer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Stelzer wants to take a breather but Swann is having none of it. Stelzer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Stelzer 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.#T4# Stelzer sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Swann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stelzer manages to avoid it. Stelzer with a body punch. A glancing blow. Stelzer fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Swann on the side of the head. Swann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Swann looks to land a right hand but Stelzer moved out of range. Stelzer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by Stelzer. Stelzer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. A jab from Stelzer misses. Stelzer misses with a hook
and Swann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Wolfram Stelzer will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Wolfram Stelzer's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3# Stelzer tries a head kick but it misses.
Stelzer misses with a right hand and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Stelzer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Swann misses with a lunging right hand
#TD# and Stelzer counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Swann tries to get to full guard but Stelzer has control of the leg. Swann trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Stelzer working over Swann with some ground and pound. Swann looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Swann makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Swann. Swann has his hands on Stelzer's head, controlling the position. #T1# Swann keeping moving, preventing Stelzer from controlling successfully. Swann trying to control the position here. Stelzer working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Stelzer sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Swann's guard. Ross Swann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Stelzer uses his free foot to push down on Swann's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Swann. Swann tries to hold on but Stelzer postures up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. A nice elbow there by Stelzer. Stelzer looking to control but Swann is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Swann blocking the ground and pound. Stelzer controlling his opponent. #T3# Stelzer can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Swann is looking to escape. Stelzer controlling from mount. Wolfram Stelzer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Stelzer wants to control the pace but Swann is squirming around nicely. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Stelzer looking to control and managing it successfully. Stelzer can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Swann is looking to escape. Stelzer controlling his opponent. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! Wolfram Stelzer showed his dominance in that final round. Well Stelzer 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27 Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27 Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wolfram Stelzer! During a confident post fight interview, Wolfram Stelzer thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
gc132
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1# Markovic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Swann blocks a jab. Markovic takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CUT# It looks like Milo Markovic has been cut. Milo Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann moves out of range of the strikes. Markovic misses with a straight left. Swann is looking to slow Markovic down with leg kicks. Markovic scores with a nice strike. A swing and a miss from Markovic. Markovic throws out a leg kick but Swann moves out of range and Markovic only half commits. Swann was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Markovic throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Swann throws a shot from downtown. Markovic moves away and avoids it. Markovic connects with a single shot there. Markovic throws a shot from downtown. Swann moves away and avoids it. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Markovic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T1# Markovic lands a nice looking body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Markovic there. Markovic cracks Swann with a good jab. Swann slips a jab and a cross from Markovic.
Markovic swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Swann counter with a right hand. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Markovic throws a right hand that misses
and Swann counters with a lovely straight right hand! Markovic lands a jab to the nose. Markovic throws a leg kick and Swann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Markovic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Markovic dips to his left and cracks Swann with an uppercut! Markovic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Markovic swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A leg kick checked by Swann. Swann throwing a counter right hand but Markovic manages to avoid it.#T2# Markovic just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Swann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Swann misses with a straight left. Swann takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Markovic scores with a three punch combo!
Markovic ducks right into an uppercut from Swann. #TD2# Markovic shoots in and bounces Swann off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Markovic working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though. Markovic throwing strikes from guard but Swann blocks nicely. Swann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Markovic. Markovic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Swann works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Markovic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2# Markovic postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Swann is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Markovic, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2# Markovic working for submissions but it's allowed Swann to get to half guard.
#T3# Markovic has his hands clasped together around Swann's back. He's all about the action. Swann is thwarting Markovic's attempts to control the position. Markovic wants to get back to full guard. Markovic trying to control from the bottom.
#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Markovic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Markovic is positioning himself well to prevent Swann advancing to mount. Markovic wants to get back to full guard. Markovic is pressing down on Swann's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Swann won't allow Markovic to sweep him here. #SUB2# Markovic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Markovic trying to keep a closed guard but Swann is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Milo Markovic will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Milo Markovic's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Swann closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Markovic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Markovic throws a leg kick and Swann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Markovic throws a big shot that misses. Swann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Markovic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Markovic walks into a straight right hand from Swann. It looks like Swann has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him. Markovic works Swann's body with a nice hook. Markovic lands with a hook. Swann tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Markovic jabs Swann to the body, keeping him at a distance. Milo Markovic seems to be getting the better of the standup. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Markovic is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Markovic loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A solid leg kick lands there for Markovic.
#T1# Markovic swings widly with a right hand
and Swann makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Swann staying out of range there. Markovic with a hook. Markovic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Swann tries to move into range but Markovic moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Swann takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Markovic misses with a left hand and Swann counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Markovic looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range. It looked like Swann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Markovic cracks a nice hook into Swann's ribs. A big left from Markovic misses. Markovic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swann. Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. Markovic misses with a straight right. Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Markovic. An attempted straight right counter from Swann misses the target.#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann looks to land a left hand but Markovic moved out of range nicely. Swann looks to land a left hand but Markovic moved out of range nicely. Markovic connects with a good right hand that stumbles Swann. Swann circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Nice defenses there by Swann. Markovic throws a combination that misses and Swann makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Markovic shoots in but no luck this time. It looked like Swann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Markovic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann. Markovic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Markovic misses the jab. Swann is looking to counter punch. Markovic defending well as Swann loads up on a big left hand. Markovic tries to bum rush Swann with a series of wild strikes but Swann uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Swann misses with a looping left. Markovic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3# Swann lands with a right hand. Markovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Markovic finds it's way round the side to connect with Swann's head. Markovic throws a jab but it's blocked by Swann. A swing and a miss from Markovic. Markovic bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Swann's head backwards. Markovic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a left and a right that stings Markovic. Markovic misses with a takedown enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Markovic swings away with a leg kick that misses. Markovic throws a lazy uppercut
and Swann counters with a left to the body. Markovic misses with a leg kick and Swann counters with a left to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Markovic throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. Markovic takes a body punch but keeps moving. Swann avoids the body shot from Markovic.
#T4# Swann connects with a body shot. Markovic misses with a hook
and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Markovic avoids the body shot from Swann.
Markovic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Swann to counter with a crisp jab. Markovic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Swann. Markovic moves out of range of the strikes. Markovic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic. A little feinted left hand from Swann on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Swann scores with a nice right hand.
Markovic thows a left - swing and a miss! An attempted straight right counter from Swann misses the target. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Markovic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a straight right hand.#ROC# Markovic is rocked!#CUT# That has opened up Milo Markovic's cut even more. Swann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away. Markovic thows a leg kick but Swann checks it and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Markovic is still on wobbly legs! Can Swann finish him? Markovic fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Swann checks it well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ross Swann will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Milo Markovic'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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Markovic throws a poor cross that misses
and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Nice defenses there by Markovic. Markovic seems to have recovered his senses. Markovic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Swann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Markovic connects with a body shot. Swann misses with a lunging right hand
and Markovic counters with a right hand to the body. Markovic has his takedown stuffed and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann throws a leg kick but Markovic checks it. Markovic lands an overhand right. Markovic misses with a hook to the body
and Swann counters with a straight right hand. Swann uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Markovic. Swann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good exchange - Markovic coming out on top. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Markovic throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Markovic is just out of range.#T1# Markovic misses with a double jab
and Swann counters with a slapping leg kick. Markovic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Markovic looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Swann getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Markovic misses with a combination
and Swann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Markovic chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Swann can pounce on him.
Swann slips under a jab. Markovic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Swann on the side of the head. Swann misses the jab. Markovic ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Swann throws the left hand but Markovic avoids the punch easily. Markovic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T2# Markovic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Swann counters with a right hand to the body. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Markovic slips a jab from Swann. Markovic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. It looked like Swann was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Swann misses with an uppercut. Markovic saw that one coming. Markovic looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Swann defending well as Markovic loads up on a big left hand. Markovic avoids a lazy jab quite easily. A head kick misses from Swann. Markovic takes one to the chin there. Markovic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Markovic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Markovic connects with a good right hand that stumbles Swann. Swann circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3# Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swann misses with an uppercut. Markovic saw that one coming. Swann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Markovic. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Swann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Swann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Markovic connects with the punch. Markovic catches Swann with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Markovic throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Swann throws a hook but Markovic blocks it. Markovic jabs at Swann's body. Markovic avoids the head kick by Swann.
Markovic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Markovic tests Swann's chin there with a solid looking shot. Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Markovic misses the shot to the body. Markovic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4# A nice combination there by Markovic.
Swann throws a shot from downtown. Markovic moves away and avoids it. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Markovic misses with a takedown letting Swann counter with a right hand. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Markovic. Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milo Markovic. Markovic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Markovic misses with a left hand and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann lands a head shot. Markovic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Markovic lands a nice hook to Swann's body. Swann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Markovic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Markovic tried to score with a low kick but Swann checks it. Markovic fails with a takedown attempt.
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 Ross Swann. I think Swann 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 George Francis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann! Ross Swann thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
gc127.1
Date: Dec 14, 2016 |
#R1# Swann lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann looks for the body kick but Stelzer saw that one coming. An attempted straight right counter from Stelzer misses the target. Stelzer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Legion's PIT Fight Club in the buildup to the fight. Stelzer misses with an uppercut. Stelzer lands an overhand right. Swann missing with a left hand there. Stelzer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Swann tries a low kick but Stelzer avoids it. Swann scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stelzer doesn't seem bothered though. Swann 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. Swann tries to land a front kick but Stelzer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Swann moves forwards but Stelzer connects with a nice, crisp jab. Swann misses the shot to the body. A kick lands to the mid section there for Swann. Stelzer avoids the head kick by Swann.
Stelzer tries to clinch up. Stelzer throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Swann misses with a body kick. Stelzer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Swann.
Swann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann throws a shot from downtown. Stelzer moves away and avoids it. Stelzer ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Stelzer throwing a counter right hand but Swann manages to avoid it.#T1##CL# Stelzer clinches. Stelzer misses with a punch to the body.
Stelzer tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
Stelzer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann stalling the fight.
Stelzer swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Stelzer misses with some punches.
#BC2# Swann escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Good shot there by Stelzer. Swann throws a low kick, looking for Stelzer's leg but Stelzer calmly moves out of range. Stelzer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Swann lands a nice leg kick that just misses Stelzer's sensitive parts. Swann will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Stelzer really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. A leg kick checked by Stelzer. Stelzer thows a left - swing and a miss! Stelzer shoots in looking for a takedown. Swann tries to sprawl out of it but Stelzer keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Swann manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2# Stelzer tries to clinch there but Swann circles away.
Some wild striking there from Swann.
Stelzer lands a jab to the nose. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann tries to clinch but Stelzer moves out of range. Stelzer connects with a right hand. Swann shakes it off. Swann throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Stelzer walks into a left hand. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Swann misses with a leg kick. A good leg kick by Swann. Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Stelzer throws out the jab. Swann staying out of range there. Swann throws a head kick that misses. Swann throws a leg kick that is checked and Stelzer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3# A swing and a miss from Swann. Swann misses with a head kick.
Swann throws a combination. Stelzer tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2# It looks like Wolfram Stelzer has been cut. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Decent striking displayed by Swann there. A jab lands there for Stelzer. Stelzer checks a leg kick nicely. Swann misses with a shot to the body and Stelzer counters with a stiff right hand. Swann throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Swann falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD# and Stelzer counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Stelzer wants to control from the top but Swann keeps moving. Stelzer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Stelzer chips away with some ground and pound.#T4# Stelzer wants to pass the guard but Swann is keeping the position. Stelzer stands up over Swann, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Swann keeping moving, preventing Stelzer from controlling successfully. Stelzer is looking to work some ground and pound but Swann has wrist control. Stelzer is looking to work some ground and pound but Swann has wrist control. 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 Wolfram Stelzer will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Wolfram Stelzer's cut. That's time! Stelzer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Swann moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Swann throws a body punch but Stelzer moves out of range. Swann thumps Stelzer with a low kick. Danga de danga de dang - Stelzer scores with a four punch combination! Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann throws the kick towards the body but Stelzer avoids it. Stelzer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Stelzer. Stelzer lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Swann backs up against the cage.
Swann misses with an uppercut
and Stelzer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Stelzer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Swann's head. Swann takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Swann thumps Stelzer with a low kick. Stelzer shoots in and drives through. Swann sprawls well. Stelzer connects with a crisp jab. #CL2# Stelzer tries to keep at a distance but Swann has taken the fight into the clinch. Swann misses with some punches.
#T1# Swann lands with a right to the head. Swann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Stelzer blocks a body shot from Swann. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. A nice left hand lands by Stelzer.
Swann tries a body shot but Stelzer blocks it.
Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Stelzer is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Stelzer misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann blocking some punches.
Stelzer is working Swann over against the cage. Swann lands a body punch. #BC2# Swann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. A looping hook to the body misses from Stelzer. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T2# Stelzer wants to clinch. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Stelzer. A looping hook to the body misses from Stelzer. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann connects with an inside leg kick. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann wants to slow Stelzer down by chopping away at his legs. Good standup being displayed there by Swann as he connects with a hook. Stelzer avoids the head kick by Swann.
Stelzer misses the shot to the body. Swann throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Stelzer steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Swann. That one must have hurt. A jab from Stelzer misses. Swann is looking to score with low kicks. Stelzer sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Stelzer throws a jab when Swann was well out of range.#T3# A cross from Stelzer lands. Stelzer tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Swann pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Swann connects with a leg kick. Stelzer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Stelzer misses with a straight left. It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Swann looks to land a right hand but Stelzer moved out of range. Stelzer loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch. Swann slips a straight right by Stelzer. Stelzer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Nice uppercut lands for Swann. That snapped Stelzer's head back.
Swann misses with a looping right. Stelzer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann. Stelzer ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Swann feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Stelzers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Swann scores with a kick to the body.
Swann throws a hook to the side of Stelzer's head but Stelzer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4# This has been an exciting period of action! Stelzer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Good leg kick by Swann there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Stelzer tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Swann defends well and Stelzer ends up having to push Swann into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Swann throws a leg kick that is checked enabling Stelzer to counter with a crisp jab. Swann goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Stelzer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Stelzer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swann. Swann throws a leg kick and Stelzer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Swann moves away from the strike by Stelzer. Stelzer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Swann takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Swann scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Stelzer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Swann. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL# Stelzer rushes Swann and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Stelzer uses good head movement to avoid it. Stelzer tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Wolfram Stelzer'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# Swann misses with an uppercut. Stelzer saw that one coming. Swann misses with a body kick. Swann throws a leg kick that is checked and Stelzer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target. Nice uppercut lands for Stelzer. That snapped Swann's head back.
Stelzer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swann. An attempted straight right counter from Stelzer misses the target. Swann on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Stelzer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Swann. Stelzer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Stelzer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Swann tries to land a leg kick but Stelzer saw it coming and moves away.
Stelzer misses with a hook. Swann ducked under it nicely. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Stelzer. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Stelzer 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 Swann has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Swann and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. A left and a right from Stelzer both land. Nice combination. Swann moves out of range as Stelzer strikes. Swann steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Swann tries to land a leg kick but Stelzer saw it coming and moves away.
#T1# Stelzer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Swann. Swann takes one on the button. Swann ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. A nice leg kick lands there from Swann. Swann has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Swann lands a leg kick that knocks Stelzer off balance momentarily. Stelzer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Swann on the side of the head. Nice jab there from Swann. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Stelzer is just out of range. A swing and a miss from Stelzer. Swann misses with an uppercut. Stelzer saw that one coming. Stelzer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Stelzer. Stelzer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann lands a jab to the nose. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Stelzer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Swann misses with a low kick.
Stelzer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Stelzer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2# Swann fails to land with a series of punches.
Swann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Stelzer moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Swann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stelzer was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. A leg kick checked by Swann. Swann shapes to counter with a head kick. Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Stelzer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Stelzer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Swann throws a low kick, looking for Stelzer's leg but Stelzer calmly moves out of range. Stelzer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Stelzer shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Swann pinned against the cage. Swann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Stelzer throws out a loose jab but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann throws a fast counter high kick but Stelzer manages to duck under it in time. Swann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Swann walks into a straight right hand from Stelzer. Nice defenses there by Swann. Swann thinks about the counter body kick. Some bone on bone action there as Stelzer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Stelzer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3# A punch combination from Stelzer misses. Stelzer throws a head kick that misses. Good shot there by Stelzer. Swann throws a chopping leg kick but Stelzer manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Swann throws a leg kick that misses. Stelzer catches Swann with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Swann throws the left hand but Stelzer avoids the punch easily. Stelzer half committed to a counter leg kick. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Stelzer appears to be looking for a big counter. The crowd cheers as Stelzer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Swann doesn't seem phased though. Stelzer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swann at a distance.
#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Stelzer has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Stelzer has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Stelzer. #T4# Stelzer avoiding damage.
Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Stelzer swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Stelzer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Stelzer lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2# Swann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Stelzer throws a jab when Swann was well out of range. Stelzer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Stelzer moves out of range as Swann strikes. Stelzer tries to counter with a takedown but Swann is quick to defend against it. Swann wants to land a leg kick but Stelzer is out of range. Stelzer is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Swann shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Swann slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Swann scores with a jab. Swann moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that's the end of the fight! Wolfram Stelzer showed his dominance in that final round. I think Stelzer 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wolfram Stelzer! After winning the bout, Wolfram Stelzer thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. Ross Swann was interviewed post fight and said 'Every dog has his day.'.
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Event:
gc124
Date: Nov 20, 2016 |
#R1# Eluard misses with a few strikes there.
Swann ducks under a wild hook from Eluard. We've been informed that Eluard has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Eluard misses the shot to the body. Swann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Swann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Swann throws a half hearted mid kick. Eluard bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Eluard changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Swann staying out of range there. Eluard misses with a series of wild punches.
A clash of legs there as Eluard blocks the low kick. Swann takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Swann misses with a looping left. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Eluard throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Eluard scores with a jab. Swann acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Eluard misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Swann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Eluard takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Eluard connects with a single shot there.#T1# Swann misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Swann looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A head kick misses from Swann. Swann throws a head kick but Eluard moves out of range.
Eluard with the counter takedown but Swann avoids it easily. A slow jab from Eluard misses its intended target. Swann lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Eluard swings for the body but Swann moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Swann there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Swann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Eluard. Eluard avoids the body shot from Swann.
Swann scores with the left hand. Eluard knows he should have avoided that one. Eluard misses with a straight right. Eluard throws a one two combo.
The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Swann throws a leg kick but Eluard sees it coming and moves out of range. The fighters circle momentarily. Eluard darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann cracks Eluard with an open hand slap.#TD2# Eluard decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2# Eluard is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Swann doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Eluard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2# Swann is defending against the submission attempts here by Eluard.
Swann wants to get back to full guard. Eluard not doing much here.
#SUB2# Eluard is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3# Swann trying to control from the bottom.
Eluard trying to control from Swann's half guard. Swann has other ideas though and has regained full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Swann trying to control the position.
Swann keeping full guard, as Eluard tries to pass. Eluard passes easily into side control. Nice work. Eluard trying to control the action but Swann is working from the bottom. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Eluard remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SUB2# Eluard has hold of Swann's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Swann tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Eluard cranks the arm and Swann screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Swann, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Martinez Eluard! Martinez Eluard thanked the fans post fight for their support. Ross Swann spoke after the fight, saying 'Every dog has his day.'.
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Event:
gc122
Date: Nov 06, 2016 |
#R1# Swann's jab looks to have found its range, popping Attano under the eye. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann tried to score with a low kick but Attano checks it. Swann buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Swann tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Attano is able to avoid easily. Left hook, right uppercut from Swann. Attano wants to clinch. Swann scores with a jab to the body. Attano needs to keep his hands up - Swann had a free shot at his head there. Attano drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Attano avoids the body shot from Swann.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Attano.
Attano scores with a jab to the body. Attano blocks the body kick.
#T1# Swann throws a right hand that Attano ducks under and follows up with a left that Attano also avoids with ease. Swann moves forwards but Attano connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL# Attano has closed the distance and engaged Swann in a clinch.
Swann misses with some punches.
Attano tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Attano controls the action.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Swann. A head punch on the inside from Attano fails to land. Swann working aggressively here.
Attano tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann tries to throw a body punch but Attano avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. #BC2# Swann breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Attano looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Attano smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Attano throws a right hand that Swann ducks under and follows up with a left that Swann also avoids with ease. A big left from Swann misses. Swann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Attano avoids the head kick by Swann.
Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann connects with an inside leg kick. Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Attano takes a shot right to the bread basket. Swann plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Swann looks for the body kick but Attano saw that one coming. Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Attano moves out of range easily. Attano was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Swann uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL# Swann gets tackled into the cage by Attano. Attano maintains the clinch. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Attano. #BC2# Swann breaks from the clinch.
Attano looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range. Swann lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Attano fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL# Attano fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Swann, pushing him back against the cage. Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3# Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Attano lands with a short head shot on the inside. Attano misses with some punches.
Attano blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Attano is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Attano swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Attano lands with a light punch inside. Attano goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Swann tries to throw a body punch but Attano avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann blocking some punches.
Attano tries to work over Swann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Attano throws a head punch that misses. Attano trying to stall but Swann improves his position.
#T4# Swann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. A head punch on the inside from Attano fails to land. Attano tries to work over Swann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Swann lands a right hand that snaps the head of Attano backwards. Swann tries to work over Attano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Attano can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
Swann prevents a body shot from Attano. Attano misses with a punch to the body.
Attano lands a left hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Attano goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Attano just leaning against Swann, taking a breather. Swann lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Attano tries to throw a body punch but Swann avoids it by throwing Attano back against the cage. Attano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Attano tries to land knees in the clinch but Swann avoids the damage to the body. Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Attano swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Swann 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.
Attano scores with a sloppy right hand. Swann should have avoided that one. Swann looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Attano misses with a double jab.
Swann throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Attano. A swing and a miss from Attano. Swann walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Attano checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Swann throws a head kick that Attano semi-blocks.
Some wild striking there from Attano.
Swann tries a head kick but it misses.
Swann throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Attano throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A head kick misses from Swann. #CL# Attano gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1# Attano doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. #ROC2# Attano is rocked! Attano scores with a shot to the side of Swann's head. Attano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Attano can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
A hook to the body from Attano.
Corvo Attano has scored more points in the clinch so far. Attano takes a shot to the head. Attano misses with a hook from the clinch. The referee is keeping an eye on Attano - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Attano fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Attano misses with a knee to the head. Good body shot from Swann.
Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Attano's elbow. Swann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A short left from Swann. Oh Attano is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Swann creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Attano's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Attano drops to his knees and Swann pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ross Swann! Ross Swann 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:
gc117
Date: Oct 01, 2016 |
#R1# Swann lands a nice hook to Daniels's body. Daniels takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Swann scores with a body shot.
Daniels walks into a stiff left hand from Swann. Swann throws a series of punches but Daniels moves out of range. Daniels throws out a leg kick but Swann moves out of range and Daniels only half commits. Swann has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Daniels is landing a low percentage of strikes. Swann lands a right hook to the body.
Swann walks into a straight right hand from Daniels. Swann connects with a solid leg kick. Daniels misses with a wild body shot. Swann takes a kick to the side of the head. Swann misses the shot to the body. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circling - Daniels throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Daniels. Daniels waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Swann. Swann cracks Daniels with an open hand slap. Swann thows a left - swing and a miss! Daniels throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#KD2# Swann lands a big head kick that sends Daniels tumbling to the mat! Swann takes a step backwards and waves Daniels back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2# Daniels is rocked!#T1# Daniels dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Swann. That did some damage! Oh Daniels is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Swann pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Daniels. Daniels blocks a head kick by Swann.
Swann misses with a kick to the body.
Daniels seems to have got his legs back now. Swann throws a quick inside leg kick. Swann looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Swann falls off balance throwing a combination
and Daniels counters with a lovely straight right hand! Daniels misses with a straight left. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Daniels will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Swann throws a head kick but Daniels moves out of range.
Swann swings widly with a right hand
and Daniels counters with a lovely straight right hand! Swann pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Swann throws a head kick that half lands.
We've been told by Daniels's head coaches at English Top Team - THE Hybrid Gym (11 ELITE ) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. A big right from Daniels misses. Daniels ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. It looked like Daniels wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Swann misses with a head kick.
Swann ducks under a wild hook from Daniels. Daniels throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. Swann drops his hands momentarily and Daniels takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Swann lands a leg kick that knocks Daniels off balance momentarily. Swann tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Daniels moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Daniels lands a really nice looking cross but Swann seems unphased.
Swann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Daniels. Swann scores with a head kick. Daniels tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. A head kick misses from Swann. Daniels thows a left - swing and a miss! Swann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Daniels lands an overhand right. Swann takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Swann moves into range and connects with a jab. Swann moves out of range as Daniels strikes.#T3# Swann scores with a jab. A lazy body kick from Swann and Daniels counters with a lovely straight right hand! Daniels moves out of range of the body kick from Swann.
It appears Daniels was looking to counter with a kick there. Swann swings for the body but Daniels moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Swann. Swann misses with a hook
and Daniels counters with a nice uppercut. The fighters circle momentarily. Swann darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Swann fails in his attempt to clinch. Daniels was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Swann scores with a kick to the midsection. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Daniels. Swann shrugs it off though. Daniels sizes up Swann with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Swann throws a lazy body kick and Daniels counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann throws a series of punches but Daniels avoids them all with ease. Swann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Swann throws a low kick but Daniels avoids it. Daniels half committed to a counter leg kick. Swann feints and then cracks Daniels's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Daniels down. #T4# Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Daniels moves out of range easily. Daniels has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Daniels there as he acknowledges the shot. Daniels is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. A slow jab from Daniels misses its intended target. Swann moves into range and connects with a jab. A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target. Daniels is looking to counter punch. Swann takes a swing at Daniels's ribcage but misses. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann wants to land a leg kick but Daniels is out of range. It looked like Daniels wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Daniels is just out of range. Daniels cracks the inside of Swann's front leg. Swann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Swann misses with a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann throws a lazy uppercut
and Daniels counters with a good, hard body kick but Swann shrugs it off. Daniels misses the jab. Swann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Daniels was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Daniels scores with a jab to the jaw. Swann motions for Daniels to come forward. Swann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ross Swann dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Daniels lands a jab. Nice straight punches there by Daniels. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Daniels. Swann is looking to land body kicks. Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup. Jab from Daniels. Swann scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Swann misses with a low kick. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Daniels sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Daniels misses with a wild body shot. Swann throws a leg kick that is checked and Daniels counters with a low kick, right behind Swann 's knee. Daniels avoids the head kick by Swann.
Daniels looks to land a body kick but Swann moved away. Swann motions for Daniels to come forward. Swann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Daniels tries to work over Swann's front leg with a kick but Swann checks it. A clash of legs there as Daniels blocks the low kick. Swann avoids a kick to the body.
#T1# Swann throws a leg kick and Daniels counters with a stiff right hand. Daniels lands a nice leg kick that just misses Swann's sensitive parts. Daniels dodges the punch combination from Swann.
Daniels buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by Daniels. Daniels was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Swann throws a right and a left that Daniels avoids nicely. Daniels avoids the body shot from Swann.
Swann turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Swann works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Daniels throws a nice outside leg kick. Daniels throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. Swann swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Swann listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Swann scoring well with a low kick there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2# Daniels takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Swann lands with a right hand. Swann's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Swann connects with a solid leg kick. Swann closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Daniels avoids the head kick by Swann.
Daniels throws a right and a left that both miss. Swann on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Swann pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Swann blocks a jab. Daniels avoids a kick to the body.
Daniels throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range. Daniels rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Swann moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Daniels. Daniels throwing a counter right hand but Swann manages to avoid it. Good standup being displayed there by Daniels as he connects with a hook. Swann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Daniels. Swann lands a nice shot that snaps Daniels's head back.
#T3# Swann scores with a hook to the body. Daniels takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Swann plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Swann connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Swann misses with a few strikes there.
Swann moves out of range of the strikes. Daniels scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Daniels throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Swann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Swann swings widly with a right hand
and Swann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann misses the jab. Daniels takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A thudding body kick lands there by Swann!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Swann checks a leg kick. Swann slips under a jab. Daniels with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Daniels scores with a jab.#T4# A good leg kick by Swann. A nice leg kick lands there from Swann. Daniels tried to score with a low kick but Swann checks it. A big right from Daniels misses. Daniels takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Swann delivers a nice body kick. Daniels fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Swann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Daniels. Daniels throws a jab when Swann was well out of range. As Daniels backs off Swann throws a huge counter combo but Daniels manages to avoid it all. Swann misses the body punch and Daniels counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann tries a low kick but Daniels avoids it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Daniels's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Swann connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Daniels scrambles back to his feet. Daniels keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Daniels. Swann fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Daniels checks it well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jack Daniels will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Swann keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Swann throws a leg kick that misses. A good leg kick by Daniels. Swann thumps Daniels with a low kick. Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Daniels moves out of range easily. Daniels is looking for a counter combo. Daniels swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann lands with a straight right. Daniels didn't see that one coming. Daniels has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Swann. Swann throws a lazy uppercut
and Daniels counters with a nice leg kick. Crunch! Swann slams his shin into Daniels's torso. A low kick from Swann misses and Swann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Daniels tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Daniels with a nice cross. Swann looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T1# Daniels works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Daniels connects with a nice looking jab.
Swann gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Daniels. Swann throws a nice looking combination but Daniels bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Swann misses with a kick to the body.
Daniels misses with a straight left. Swann takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Daniels avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Swann misses with a shot to the body and Daniels makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Swann really felt that one! Jab, jab by Daniels - just one landing. Swann looks to throw the jab but Daniels is out of range. Both fighters circling a little - Swann finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Swann lands a nice leg kick that just misses Daniels's sensitive parts. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Daniels lands a front kick. Swann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Daniels circles away quickly and effectively. A counter left hand to the body from Daniels misses its target. Swann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2# Swann misses with a body shot.
Swann looks for the body kick but Daniels saw that one coming. Swann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Daniels lands an overhand right. A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Daniels does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann throws a wild body kick that Daniels sees coming a mile off. Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by Daniels. Swann throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Daniels counters with a low kick, right behind Swann 's knee. Daniels looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely. Daniels scores with a jab to the head.
Daniels misses with an uppercut
and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Swann fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Daniels has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Swann tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann throws a leg kick and Swann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann throws a lazy head kick and Daniels counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3# Swann pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Swann. Daniels throwing a counter right hand but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann drops his hands momentarily and Daniels takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Daniels cracks Swann with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Daniels avoids a kick to the body.
Daniels waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Swann. Swann throws a left and a right that both miss
and Daniels counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Daniels. Swann swings away with a leg kick that misses. A head kick by Swann misses and Daniels cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Swann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Swann on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Daniels. Daniels obviously looking to wear him down.
Swann avoids the head kick by Daniels.
Nice straight punches there by Daniels. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Daniels.#T4# Swann tries to score with a low kick but Daniels moves his leg out of the way. This has been an exciting period of action! Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Daniels.
Swann throws a nice head kick!
Swann misses with an uppercut
and Daniels counters with a stiff right hand. Daniels fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. The fighters circling - Daniels throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Daniels moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSwann. Swann buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Swann takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. The fighters circling - Daniels throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Swann scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Swann slips under a jab from Daniels. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Daniels chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Swann can pounce on him.
Jab by Swann. Daniels with a nice cross. Daniels keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Daniels tried to counter with a leg kick but Swann avoided it.
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 Jack Daniels. I think Daniels 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28 Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Daniels! Jack Daniels thanked the fans post fight for their support. The defeated Ross Swann had this to say: 'Every dog has his day.'.
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Event:
gc114
Date: Sep 10, 2016 |
#R1# Gullion moves out of range as Swann throws a body kick.
Swann cracks Gullion with an open hand slap. Gullion slips under a jab from Swann. Swann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A quick step to the side and Gullion tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Swann jabbing away but nothing is landing. Swann on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Swann tries to land a leg kick but Gullion saw it coming and moves away.
Gullion throws a half hearted mid kick. Gullion moves out of range of the leg kick from Swann. An inside leg kick from Gullion misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gullion looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Swann misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gullion counters with a nice body kick. Swann throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Gullion's head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Swann throws a solid leg kick but Gullion takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Swann. Gullion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1# Nice shot lands for Gullion. Gullion lands with a nice body punch. Swann lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Swann avoids the head kick by Gullion.
Swann misses with a low kick. Swann moves in looking to clinch but Gullion pushes him off. Swann scores with a three punch combo!
Gullion lands a head kick. Swann smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Gullion looks to throw a body kick and Gullion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swann throws a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann is looking to clinch. A quick step to the side and Gullion tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Gullion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Swann throws out a counter right but Gullion avoids it with no problem. Gullion takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Gullion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Swann. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Swann.
Swann avoids the head kick by Gullion.
Swann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2# Swann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Gullion. That did some damage! Gullion misses with a kick to the body.
Gullion lands with a cross. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gullion sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gullion lands a front kick. Swann throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Gullion throws a head kick but Swann moves out of range.
Gullion takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Swann moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Gullion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Gullion throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Swann's head. Gullion staying out of range there. Swann cracks Gullion with a good jab. Gullion slips under a jab. Swann slips under a jab.#T3# Gullion scores with a kick to the body.
Gullion connects with a high kick. Swann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gullion. Gullion lets loose with a powerful body kick. Swann will feel that in the morning. Gullion slips under a jab from Swann. An inside leg kick lands from Swann. Swann feints and then cracks Gullion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gullion down. Swann lands a slapping body shot.
A slapping body kick lands there for Gullion. Gullion tries a head kick but it misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Swann crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Gullion - the referee stops the clock and Swann gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Gullion. Swann manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Swann steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Gullion. That one must have hurt. Gullion slips under a jab. Swann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gullion.
#CL2# Gullion tries to keep at a distance but Swann has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4##BC# Gullion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Swann scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Gullion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swann. Gullion on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Swann. Swann obviously looking to wear him down.
Gullion is looking to land body kicks. Decent striking displayed by Gullion there. Swann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Swann looks to land a left hand but Gullion moved out of range nicely. Swann throws a sloppy head kick and Gullion counters with a nice kick to the body. Swann misses the body punch and Gullion counters with a nice kick to the body. Swann missing with a left hand there. Gullion was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann feints and then cracks Gullion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gullion down. Gullion ducks under a wild hook from Swann. Swann has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Gullion. Swann looks to land a body kick but Gullion moved away. Swann tries to land a front kick but Gullion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Gullion jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ross Swann will probably get the nod. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Swann takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Gullion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Gullion doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Swann avoids the body shot from Gullion.
Good work by Gullion as he checks the leg kick. Swann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Gullion fires out a quick counter leg kick but Swann just manages to avoid it. Gullion is looking to slow Swann down with leg kicks. Gullion throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Swann's head. Swann throws a nice head kick!
Swann lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Swann throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Gullion.#ROC2# Gullion is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann misses the jab. Gullion throws a quick counter kick to the body but Swann avoids it. Oh Gullion is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Swann throws a right hand that Gullion ducks under and follows up with a left that Gullion also avoids with ease. Swann uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Gullion has time to react. Swann moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Gullion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Swann throws a right and a left that Gullion avoids nicely. Gullion throws a head kick but Swann moves out of range.
The fighters circle, before Swann throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Gullion's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Swann lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Ross Swann! Ross Swann thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
gc110
Date: Aug 12, 2016 |
#R1# Swann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Swann throwing a counter right hand but Down manages to avoid it. Down throws a poor cross that misses
and Swann counters with a nice leg kick. Down closes the distance but Swann moves to the side and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Down misses with a takedown attempt and Swann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT# It looks like Kendrik Down has been cut. Down moves to clinch but Swann breaks away and Swann counters with a right hand to the body. Down keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Down fails to land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Swann on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Down tries to close the distance and clinch but Swann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Swann half committed to a counter leg kick. A low kick from Down is predictable there and Swann counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Down misses with a looping right.#T1# Down throws an overhand right that lands on Swann's shoulder, as Swann tries to avoid the shot. A quick step to the side and Swann tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Down shoots in for a takedown but Swann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Down shoots in but Swann avoids the takedown attempt easily. Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kendrik Down. Down swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Swann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #KD# Swann sends Down crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Swann is motioning to the referee to let Down up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC# Down is rocked! Down looks to clinch and Swann counters with a crisp right that sends Down to the canvas! Swann follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ross Swann! After winning the bout, Ross Swann thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. The defeated Kendrik Down had this to say: 'Don't Worry about it!!!'.
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Event:
gc107
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
#R1##CL# Swann closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Yakovchenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Swann working aggressively here.
Yakovchenko digs a right hand into Swann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Swann's gas tank. Yakovchenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Swann stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Swann blocks an uppercut.
Yakovchenko lands a shot to the body. Yakovchenko's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Yakovchenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann blocks a body shot from Yakovchenko. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yakovchenko throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Swanns head. Yakovchenko scores with a shoulder strike. Yakovchenko makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yakovchenko working aggressively here.
Yakovchenko is stalling here.
#T1# A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Yakovchenko scores with a hook to the body. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann is leaning against Yakovchenko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Yakovchenko uses good head movement to avoid it. Yakovchenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yakovchenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Yakovchenko.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Yakovchenko uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann lands with a right to the head. Swann working aggressively here.
#T2# A shot in the inside from Yakovchenko. Yakovchenko scores with a hook to the body. A short right from Yakovchenko on the inside. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
I was talking to Swann's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Yakovchenko lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Swann backwards. A battle for position here, against the cage. Swann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann lands a shoulder strike. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swann blocks an uppercut.
Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Swann lands a hook to the side of the head. Yakovchenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3# Yakovchenko working aggressively here.
Swann slows down the pace here.
A nice left hand lands by Yakovchenko.
Yakovchenko has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Swann seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Yakovchenko can turn it around. Good body shot from Yakovchenko.
A short body shot lands from Yakovchenko as the two fighters clinch.
Yakovchenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Yakovchenko content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Yakovchenko uses good head movement to avoid it. A short left from Swann. Yakovchenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Yakovchenko throws a head punch that misses. Yakovchenko lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Yakovchenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Yakovchenko is trying to maintain a safe position but Swann gets an underhook and turns Yakovchenko into the cage.#T4# Yakovchenko tries to stall but Swann uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Swann misses with the head strike.
Swann pressing his opponent against the cage. Yakovchenko is working Swann over against the cage. Yakovchenko holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Swann working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Yakovchenko misses with a short punch on the inside. Yakovchenko scores with a shoulder strike. Yakovchenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yakovchenko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A right hand to the body from Swann.
Yakovchenko has a couple of punches blocked by Swann.
Yakovchenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Igor Yakovchenko dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Swann blocks a head kick by Yakovchenko.
Yakovchenko misses with a left hand and Swann counters with a nice uppercut. Yakovchenko moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Yakovchenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Swann tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Yakovchenko is able to avoid easily. Yakovchenko misses with a body shot.
Yakovchenko throws a right and a left that both miss. Igor Yakovchenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Yakovchenko lands with a nice body punch. Yakovchenko throws a series of punches but Swann moves out of range. Swann misses with a low kick. A low kick from Swann misses enabling Yakovchenko to counter with a crisp jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann misses with a head kick.
Despite the aggression on Yakovchenko's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Swann chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Yakovchenko shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Swann missing with a left hand there. Yakovchenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Yakovchenko drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1##CL2# Yakovchenko closes the distance and clinches. Yakovchenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Yakovchenkos head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yakovchenko. Swann tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A short uppercut from Yakovchenko. Yakovchenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Igor Yakovchenko seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Yakovchenko pushes Swann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right from Swann on the inside. Swann is trying to maintain a safe position but Yakovchenko gets an underhook and turns Swann into the cage. Swann manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Yakovchenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yakovchenko. #T2# Yakovchenko throws a head punch that misses. A short right from Yakovchenko. Yakovchenko scores with an uppercut up the middle. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann blocks a body shot from Yakovchenko. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Yakovchenko. Yakovchenko throws a head punch that misses. Yakovchenko misses with a punch to the body.
Come on Yakovchenko - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Swann lands on the inside with an uppercut. Yakovchenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. Yakovchenko misses with some punches.
Yakovchenko tries to stall but Swann uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Swann scores with a hook to the body. Yakovchenko lands with a left to the head. Good body shot from Swann.
Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3# A body shot lands from Swann.
Swann has Yakovchenko pushed against the cage. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by Yakovchenko. Swann working some nice short punches in the clinch. Yakovchenko misses with a short punch on the inside. Yakovchenko misses with some punches.
Yakovchenko lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Swann tries a body shot but Yakovchenko blocks it.
Yakovchenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Swann tries to work over Yakovchenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Yakovchenko controls the action.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. Swann stalling.
Yakovchenko lands an uppercut. Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Yakovchenko uses good head movement to avoid it. Swann tries a body shot but Yakovchenko blocks it.
#T4# Swann takes a shot to the head. Yakovchenko is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Yakovchenko tries to work over Swann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Swann struggles to land a body shot inside as Yakovchenko controls his hands.
Yakovchenko lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Swann. A short right from Swann on the inside. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Yakovchenko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Swann's elbow. Yakovchenko blocking some punches.
Yakovchenko misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Yakovchenko scores with an uppercut up the middle. Yakovchenko misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann stalling the fight.
Swann is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Igor Yakovchenko will probably get the nod - 10:9. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round! #R3# Swann tries to clinch up but Yakovchenko circles away and keeps his distance. Yakovchenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a lovely shot to the body. Swann thows a left - swing and a miss! Yakovchenko lands a jab to Swann's midsection. Yakovchenko misses with a looping left. As Yakovchenko backs away, Swann returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Swann rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Yakovchenko to counter with a crisp jab. Swann throws an off balance right hand
and Yakovchenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Yakovchenko throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Swann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Yakovchenko finds it's way round the side to connect with Swann's head. Yakovchenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Swann moves away. Swann wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann takes a body punch but keeps moving. Swann throws a right and a left that both miss. Yakovchenko throws a head kick that misses. Swann connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1# A combination from Swann does no damage. Swann displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Yakovchenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Swann throwing a counter right hand but Yakovchenko manages to avoid it. Yakovchenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Swann lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Swann thuds a left hand into Yakovchenko's body. Swann fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Yakovchenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far. Swann goes for a double leg but Yakovchenko avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Yakovchenko continues to drive forward.#TD# Swann scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Yakovchenko gets back to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Swann is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Yakovchenko wants to improve his position but Swann is controlling well.
Ross Swann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Swann working over Yakovchenko with some ground and pound. Yakovchenko looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Swann scoring with strikes to the body and head. Yakovchenko avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Swann. Well, if Swann 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.
Swann throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Swann wants to take a breather but Yakovchenko is having none of it. #SUB2# Yakovchenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Swann thows a huge punch but Yakovchenko dodges it nicely.
#T3# Swann scoring with strikes to the body and head. Swann is looking to take a break and control but Yakovchenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Yakovchenko tries to roll over but Swann keeps him under control. Yakovchenko is still trying to improve position. Yakovchenko trying to hold on to Swann's head to control him but Swann postures up.
Igor Yakovchenko is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Swann keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Swann working the head and body with strikes. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Swann winds up and cracks Yakovchenko with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Swann prevents Yakovchenko from improving his position. Yakovchenko has hold of Swann's hands but Swann slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Yakovchenko trying to hold on to Swann's head to control him but Swann postures up.
Swann missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Yakovchenko taking some punishment here, with Swann in his half guard. Yakovchenko is looking to control Swann's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Yakovchenko avoid being mounted? Swann landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Swann thows a huge punch but Yakovchenko dodges it nicely.
And that's the end of the fight! Ross Swann showed his dominance in that final round. I think Yakovchenko 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 George Francis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Igor Yakovchenko! A victorious Igor Yakovchenko thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. Ross Swann was interviewed post fight and said 'Every dog has his day.'.
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Event:
UPG 33 Prelims
Date: May 18, 2016 |
#R1# Kawajiri moves out of range as Swann strikes. Kawajiri uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Swann. Kawajiri with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Swann to score with a decent uppercut.#CL# Kawajiri gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Kawajiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Swann controls his hands.
Kawajiri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside. Swann tries to break the clinch but Kawajiri is controlling the position. A nice left hand lands by Swann.
#BC# Kawajiri breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Ross Swann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Kawajiri closes the distance and pushes Swann back into the cage.#BC2# Swann escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kawajiri has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rampant Lion MMA in the buildup to the fight. Swann moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Kawajiri scores with a three punch combo!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by Kawajiri. Kawajiri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Kawajiri fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Kawajiri lands a really nice looking cross but Swann seems unphased.
Swann misses with a two punch combination.
#T1# Swann connects with a crisp jab. Swann tries a low kick but Kawajiri avoids it. We've been informed that Swann has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Swann throws a sloppy body shot
and Kawajiri counters with a nice body kick. Swann chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Swann thows a left - swing and a miss! Kawajiri scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Swann throws a solid leg kick but Kawajiri takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Swann. Swann will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kawajiri avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Swann slips a jab from Kawajiri. Kawajiri digs a good body shot into Swann's ribs. Swann slips a jab from Kawajiri. Kawajiri throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Swann getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Kawajiri is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Swann avoids the body shot from Kawajiri.
Swann swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann throws a right and a left that both miss. A nice inside leg kick there by Swann. That's going to slow Kawajiri down. A low kick from Swann is predictable there and Kawajiri counters with an outside leg kick.
Kawajiri misses with an attempted mid kick.
Swann connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kawajiri's hands. Kawajiri slips a jab from Swann. A nice inside leg kick there by Kawajiri. That's going to slow Swann down. Swann scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kawajiri in his tracks. Swann takes a swing at Kawajiri's ribcage but misses. A looping hook to the body misses from Kawajiri. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Kawajiri throws a low kick but it's checked well by Swann. Swann misses with a body shot.
Kawajiri doesn't manage to clinch there - Swann circles away.
A big right from Swann misses. Kawajiri swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Swann slips a jab from Kawajiri. Swann unleashes a big counter combination but Kawajiri bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Kawajiri looks to land a right hand but Swann moved out of range.#T3# Kawajiri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Kawajiri ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kawajiri throwing a counter right hand but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann throws a body punch but Kawajiri moves out of range. Kawajiri connects with a body shot. Kawajiri uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swann. Swann cracks Kawajiri with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Kawajiri lands with an uppercut that bounces Swann off the cage and back into range. Swann connects with a right hand. Kawajiri shakes it off. Kawajiri misses with the combination.
Kawajiri is looking to clinch. Kawajiri misses with a straight right. Swann slips a jab from Kawajiri.#CL# Kawajiri has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kawajiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swann takes a shot to the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kawajiri lands a nice uppercut.#T4# Kawajiri tries to throw a body punch but Swann avoids it by throwing Kawajiri back against the cage. Swann is working Kawajiri over against the cage. Kawajiri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kawajiri throws a punch but it's blocked by Swann. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kawajiri. Swann takes a shot to the head. Kawajiri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann lands with a left to the head. Swann misses with a hook from the clinch. Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Kawajiri lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Swann backwards. A right handed body shot lands from Swann.
Swann lands on the inside with an uppercut. Nice body punch from Kawajiri - that landed with a thud.
Swann scores with a shot to the side of Kawajiri's head. Swann pushes Kawajiri back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann misses with a body punch.
Swann lands an uppercut. Swann lands a nice uppercut. Kawajiri scores with a shoulder strike. Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ross Swann 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# Swann moves out of range as Kawajiri strikes. Kawajiri lands a jab to the head.
Swann looks to throw the jab but Kawajiri is out of range. Kawajiri blocks a leg kick. Swann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kawajiri. That's going to slow Swann down. Kawajiri ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kawajiri ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Swann cracks Kawajiri with an open hand slap. Swann throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Kawajiri misses with a straight left. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann avoids a kick to the body.
Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup. Swann is looking to land body kicks. Swann throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kawajiri fails in his attempt to clinch. Kawajiri misses with a shot to the body and Swann counters with a stiff right hand. #T1# Kawajiri throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range. Swann throws a lazy right hand but Kawajiri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Swann avoids the body shot from Kawajiri.
Swann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Swann lands a glancing blow to the side of Kawajiri's head. Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann throws a lazy right hand but Kawajiri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kawajiri fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Swann looks to land a left hand but Kawajiri moved out of range nicely. Kawajiri connects with a solid leg kick. Swann jabs at Kawajiri's body. Kawajiri slips under a jab from Swann. Swann cracks Kawajiri with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. A looping hook to the body misses from Kawajiri. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL# Kawajiri closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Kawajiri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2# Kawajiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action! Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kawajiri. Swann lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Swann throws a head punch that misses. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ross Swann seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Kawajiri misses with a hook from the clinch. Kawajiri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kawajiri lands a shot to the body. Swann lands with a short shot to the head. Swann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kawajiri lands with a short shot to the head. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Swann scores with an uppercut up the middle. Swann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Kawajiri is leaning against Swann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Swann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Swann tries to throw a body punch but Kawajiri avoids it by throwing Swann back against the cage. Kawajiri lands with a short shot to the head. Kawajiri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3# Still in the clinch, Kawajiri scores with a nice short uppercut. Swann tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by Kawajiri.
Kawajiri can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
Kawajiri tries to throw a body punch but Swann avoids it by throwing Kawajiri back against the cage. Swann scores with a hook to the body. Kawajiri is leaning against Swann and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Kawajiri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kawajiri tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC# Kawajiri breaks from the clinch.
Kawajiri attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Swann throws a low kick, looking for Kawajiri's leg but Kawajiri calmly moves out of range. Kawajiri misses with a hook to the body
and Swann counters with an outside leg kick.
Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kawajiri slips a jab and a cross from Swann.
Kawajiri throws a lazy right hand but Swann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4# Swann keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy. Swann jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kawajiri connects with an inside leg kick. Kawajiri is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. This has been an exciting period of action!#CL# Kawajiri closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC# Kawajiri manages to break the clinch.
Swann cracks the inside of Kawajiri's front leg. Kawajiri takes a body punch but keeps moving. Kawajiri lands a nice shot that snaps Swann's head back.
Kawajiri chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Swann pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kawajiri is out of range and Swann settles back down. Swann lands with an uppercut that bounces Kawajiri off the cage and back into range. Swann cracks the inside of Kawajiri's front leg. Kawajiri cracks Swann with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Swann misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kawajiri was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ross Swann will probably get the nod - 10:9. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R3# Kawajiri avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Swann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kawajiri finds it's way round the side to connect with Swann's head. Swann ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kawajiri swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Swann. Good shot there by Swann. Swann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kawajiri manages to avoid it. Swann looks to throw the jab but Kawajiri is out of range. Swann fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kawajiri. Swann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kawajiri.
Swann throws a leg kick that is checked and Kawajiri counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Kawajiri lands with a shot to the body. Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kawajiri. Kawajiri connects with a single shot there. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Kawajiri just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann keeps the fight on the outside.#T1# Kawajiri thows a body kick. Swann tries to catch it but that hurt him. Swann throws a lazy right hand but Kawajiri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kawajiri lands a slapping body shot.
Kawajiri swings for the body but Swann moves out of range.
It seemed like Swann was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Swann moves away from the strike by Kawajiri. Swann jabs Kawajiri right on the nose. Kawajiri blinks but takes it well. A jab from Swann does it's job there. Swann takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Swann on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kawajiri. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kawajiri checks a leg kick. Swann throws a leg kick #CL# and Kawajiri counters by clinching up. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kawajiri. Kawajiri lands a body punch. Kawajiri tries a body shot but Swann blocks it.
#T2# Swann lands with a short shot to the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Swann misses with a body punch.
#BC2# Swann breaks the clinch.
Kawajiri blocks a jab. Kawajiri lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Swann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Swann scores with a hook to the body. Kawajiri takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Swann drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. The fighters circle momentarily. Kawajiri darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Swann doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Swann's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Kawajiri misses with a looping right. Swann misses with an uppercut. Kawajiri saw that one coming.#CL2# Swann closes the distance and clinches. Kawajiri lands a body shot. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC# Kawajiri escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Swann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3# Kawajiri blocks a jab. Kawajiri scores with a crisp jab that stopped Swann in his tracks. Kawajiri turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Kawajiri takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A telegraphed right hand from Kawajiri misses the target. Swann rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Kawajiri to counter with a crisp jab. Kawajiri jabs at Swann's body. Tatsuya Kawajiri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Swann gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Kawajiri tries to clinch there but Swann circles away.
Swann tries a quick counter leg kick but Kawajiri is wise to it. Swann misses with a few strikes there.
Kawajiri moves out of range of the leg kick from Swann. Kawajiri swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kawajiri sees it coming and avoids it easily. Swann ducks under a wild hook from Kawajiri. Swann tries a head kick but it misses.
#T4# The crowd cheers as Swann lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kawajiri doesn't seem phased though. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kawajiri lands with a shot to the body. Swann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL# Kawajiri clinches. Swann blocks an uppercut.
Kawajiri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Kawajiri lands a nice uppercut. Kawajiri lands with a short shot to the head. Swann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kawajiri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kawajiri lands a right hand that snaps the head of Swann backwards. Kawajiri misses with a hook from the clinch. Swann scores with a nice hook to the head. Kawajiri can't find room to land a body shot as Swann controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kawajiris head. A left hand lands to the body for Swann.
Kawajiri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2# Swann breaks the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Tatsuya Kawajiri showed his dominance in that final round. I think Swann 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29 Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:29 Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:28
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
UPG 30
Date: Apr 30, 2016 |
#R1# Maiden misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Maiden takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Swann throws a shot from downtown. Maiden moves away and avoids it.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Swann throws a head punch that misses. Maiden is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Maiden blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Maiden wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Maiden looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Maiden is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Swann lands an uppercut. Maiden is trying to break free. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann can't find room to land a body shot as Maiden controls the action.
Maiden blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maiden blocking some punches.
Swann lands a body shot. Maiden is trying to break the clinch but Swann is controlling him. Maiden is trying to break the clinch but Swann is controlling him. Maiden is looking to break free of the clinch but Swann has double underhooks. #T1# Swann has Maiden pressed against the cage, preventing Maiden from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Maiden blocks a body shot from Swann. Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2# Maiden breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Swann connects with the punch. Swann throws a nice outside leg kick. Maiden looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT# It looks like Eddy Maiden has been cut. Swann lands a nice hook to Maiden's body. Maiden takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Swann throws a combination that misses #TD2# and Maiden counters with a single leg into guard. Swann didn't expect that. Swann manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Maiden manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Swann stopping the sweep attempt from Maiden. Swann wants to control from the top but Maiden keeps moving. #SUB2# Swann got a little sloppy there for a moment and Maiden has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Swann has managed to get both his arms back between Maiden's legs - danger averted.#T2# Swann sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2# Swann stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Maiden throws up his legs and catches Swann in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Swann tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Maiden! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Eddy Maiden! Eddy Maiden bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
UPG 27
Date: Apr 09, 2016 |
#R1# Swann doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. NKone takes a shot to the body in his stride.
NKone throws out a loose jab but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it. A telegraphed right hand from NKone misses the target. Swann lands a jab to NKone's midsection. Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by NKone. NKone tries to clinch but Swann is having none of it. NKone misses the shot to the body. Swann finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Swann staying out of range there. NKone takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses. Swann throws a solid leg kick but NKone takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Swann. NKone is looking to counter punch. A big right from NKone misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. NKone misses with a wild body shot. Swann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on NKone. That did some damage! Good standup being displayed there by Swann as he connects with a hook. Swann 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. This has been an exciting period of action! Swann blocks a jab. Swann throws a body punch but NKone moves out of range. #T1# NKone steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Swann. Swann throws a hook to the side of NKone's head but NKone sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. NKone tests Swann's chin there with a solid looking shot. NKone throws a body shot but no joy. Swann lands with a shot to the body. Swann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A chopping leg kick lands by Swann. NKone avoids the head kick by Swann.
NKone clobbers Swann with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Swann throws a body shot but no joy. Swann lands a jab. NKone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
NKone lands a jab-cross combination. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but NKone was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. NKone throwing a counter right hand but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann ducks under a wild hook from NKone.#T2# Swann with a jab. Swann throws a jab but it's blocked by NKone. NKone misses with a hook. NKone dips to his left and cracks Swann with an uppercut! Swann avoids the body shot from NKone.
Swann is clearly trying to counter these attacks from NKone with a body shot. A big left from Swann misses. Swann tries to land a front kick but NKone steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. NKone lands a nice hook to Swann's body. Swann takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Swann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Swann throws a right and a left that NKone avoids nicely. NKone has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Swann finds it's way round the side to connect with NKone's head. Swann misses with a looping right. Swann ducks under a wild hook from NKone. Swann misses with a body shot.
Swann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on NKone. That did some damage! Swann pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A looping hook to the body misses from NKone. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3# NKone lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Swann misses with a wild combination.
NKone misses with a body shot.
Swann takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Swann throws a wild combination but nothing lands. A looping hook to the body misses from NKone. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. Swann slips a jab from NKone. NKone scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. A looping hook to the body misses from NKone. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet. A lazy left from NKone finds it's target. NKone fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Swann manages to avoid it. Swann swats away the attempt to clinch by NKone. A big left from NKone misses. Swann feints a counter leg kick. Sloppy strikes from Swann. Those never looked like landing. NKone drops down looking for a counter takedown but Swann sprawls and moves away.#T4# Swann tries a head kick but it misses.
Swann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by NKone.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Swann is looking to land body kicks. Swann thumps NKone with a low kick. Swann's jab looks to have found its range, popping NKone under the eye. NKone throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily. Swann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. A big left from NKone misses. NKone looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Swann is fending him off so far but NKone persists. Nope, Swann circles away and we're back to standing. Despite the aggression on Swann's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Swann. Swann on the wrong end of a nice hook. Swann jabs NKone to the body, keeping him at a distance. Swann misses with an uppercut. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract NKone. NKone tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from NKone. Swann moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
NKone misses the shot to the body. NKone misses the shot to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ross Swann will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# NKone tries to move into range but Swann moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL# NKone pushes Swann up against the cage in a clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Swann. Swann misses with a short punch on the inside. Swann throws a head punch that misses. NKone blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2# Swann breaks from the clinch.
Swann paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. An inside leg kick lands from Swann. Swann misses with a looping right. NKone throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Swann slips a straight right by NKone. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# NKone 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! NKone thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Swann's head. #SUB# NKone is working for a kimura but Swann is defending it quite comfortably.
NKone sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Swann defending well though. #T1# The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. NKone lands a nice short elbow. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. NKone working the head and body with strikes. NKone moves nicely into side control. NKone trying to control the position but Swann is working away. #SUB# NKone is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Swann is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2# NKone controlling from side mount. NKone scores with punches from side control. Swann is not content to let NKone control the position. NKone working the ground and pound but Swann is defending the strikes. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. NKone is looking to take a break and control but Swann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3# Swann on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Swann is looking to reverse the position. Swann sneaks back into half guard. Swann is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB# NKone is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. NKone thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Swann's head. NKone is looking to take a break and control but Swann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. NKone thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Swann's head. #SUB# NKone is trying to work for a kimura but Swann is defending well.
NKone drops an elbow to the side of Swann's head. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Swann is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ole NKone dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Swann scoring well with a low kick there.
Swann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Jab by NKone. Swann misses with a body shot.
Swann with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Swann looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. NKone just misses with a punch to the body.
NKone throws a shot from downtown. Swann moves away and avoids it. Swann throws a body shot but no joy. NKone drops down looking for a counter takedown but Swann sprawls and moves away. NKone lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but NKone was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann. Swann throws a jab when NKone was well out of range. NKone changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. A big left from NKone misses. NKone sizes up Swann with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. NKone just misses with a punch to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swann takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T1# Swann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by NKone.
NKone thuds his right hand into Swann's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. NKone misses with a straight right. #CL2# NKone gets tackled into the cage by Swann. Swann maintains the clinch. I was talking to NKone's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Swann misses with a punch on the inside.
Swann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with NKone's elbow. NKone tries to stall but Swann uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
NKone works on Swann's body with a couple of short punches. Swann has a couple of punches blocked by NKone.
Swann misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Swann fails to land. NKone scores with a shot to the side of Swann's head. Swann throws a head punch that misses. NKone misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for NKone. NKone blocks a body shot from Swann. Swann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2# NKone lands a hook to the side of the head. Nice body punch from Swann. NKone stalling in the clinch but Swann improves position. A short right hand to the side of the head by NKone. NKone stalling in the clinch but Swann improves position. NKone tries to work over Swann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Swann throws a punch but it's blocked by NKone. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! NKone lands a right hand. NKone avoiding damage.
NKone is stalling here.
NKone stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with NKone for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Swann as NKone tries to tie him up. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Ole NKone. Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann moves away from the strike by NKone. NKone's corner calls for a 1-2. NKone obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3# Swann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by NKone. Swann looks to land a left hand but NKone moved out of range nicely. NKone was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. NKone looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Swann fails in his attempt to clinch. Nice defenses there by Swann. Sloppy strikes from Swann. Those never looked like landing. NKone moves away from the strike by Swann. #TD# NKone gets the takedown into side control. #SUB# NKone wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Swann, who protects the arm well. You can see the frustration on Swann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. NKone laying and praying for a moment but Swann takes advantage and regains half guard. #T4# Swann tries to roll over but NKone keeps him under control. Swann has hold of NKone's hands but NKone slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Swann trying to control from the bottom.
Swann makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Swann. NKone missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Ole NKone showed his dominance in that final round. I think NKone 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28 Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28 Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ole NKone! Ole NKone 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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