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Event:
AEW 19
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Steel Penn closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Moru is trying to escape the position but Steel Penn is controlling the position.
Moru tries to bench press Steel Penn off him but Steel Penn keeps the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn trying to control the position but Moru is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn staying calm.
Steel Penn tries to advance to mount but Moru denies him. #T1#
Steel Penn moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Moru misses with a wild combination.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Moru misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Steel Penn misses the target.
Steel Penn misses with a series of wild punches.
A head kick misses from Moru. #TD#
Steel Penn closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
A lull in the action here as Steel Penn stalls from top position.
Steel Penn wants to control but Moru is keeping him busy. #T3#
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Steel Penn controls the position from side control.
Moru trying to control but Steel Penn flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
You can see the frustration on Moru's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Steel Penn controls the position.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn controlling well, preventing Moru from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Steel Penn dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Moru scores with a push kick.
Steel Penn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Moru checks a leg kick nicely.
Moru scores with a head kick. Steel Penn tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Steel Penn misses with a series of wild punches.
Steel Penn fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moru swings for the body but Steel Penn moves out of range.
Steel Penn walks into a straight right hand from Moru.
Moru throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Steel Penn went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Steel Penn throws a right and a left that Moru avoids nicely.
Moru throws a counter combo.#T1#
Moru leaves Steel Penn with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Steel Penn tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Steel Penn throws a head kick but Moru moves out of range.
Moru blocks a head kick by Steel Penn.
Moru fails to land with a series of punches.
Steel Penn misses with a hook
and Moru counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Steel Penn scores with a jab.
Moru moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Steel Penn avoids the body shot from Moru.
#T2#
Steel Penn bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A nice inside leg kick there by Steel Penn. That's going to slow Moru down.
Moru lands a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steel Penn blocks a head kick by Moru.
Moru changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Moru scores with a hook to the body. Steel Penn takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Moru tries to land a front kick but Steel Penn steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Steel Penn avoids the head kick by Moru.
Steel Penn misses with a head kick.
Moru misses with a combination
and Steel Penn counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Moru ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel Penn moves away.
Steel Penn scores with a decent looking hook.
Moru avoids the head kick by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Moru leaves Steel Penn with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head kick misses from Steel Penn.
Moru unleashes a big counter combination but Steel Penn bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy body shot
and Moru counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ma Moru seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steel Penn throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Moru stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Steel Penn clobbers Moru with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T4#
Moru darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Moru misses with a head kick.
Moru tries to bum rush Steel Penn with a series of wild strikes but Steel Penn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
An attempted straight right counter from Steel Penn misses the target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steel Penn misses with an uppercut
and Moru counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Moru lands with a good body shot.
A left lands for Moru.
Moru misses with a hook
and Steel Penn counters with a nice body shot.
Steel Penn cracks Moru with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Moru has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A head kick from Moru lands but Steel Penn takes it in his stride. #TD#
Moru gets caught flat footed, as Steel Penn shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Moru trying to keep a closed guard but Steel Penn is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ma Moru showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Steel Penn's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Moru throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Moru is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Moru displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Steel Penn throws out the jab.
Steel Penn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Moru sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A head kick misses from Steel Penn.
Moru appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moru misses with a series of wild punches.
Steel Penn connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Moru's hands.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Steel Penn. Moru does a little dance to reset his feet.
Moru connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Steel Penn momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Moru.
Despite the aggression on Moru's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Moru avoids the head kick by Steel Penn.
Moru lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Steel Penn circles away quickly and effectively.
Steel Penn looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Moru misses with a hook.
Moru misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Steel Penn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Steel Penn throws the left hand but Moru avoids the punch easily.#T2##KD2#
Moru lands a big head kick that sends Steel Penn tumbling to the mat! Moru takes a step backwards and waves Steel Penn back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Steel Penn is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like The Steel Penn has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fight stays on the outside here - Moru looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Oh Steel Penn is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Moru lands with a good body shot.
Steel Penn throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Steel Penn seems to have got his legs back now.
Steel Penn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Moru connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Moru misses with a head kick.
Nice jab there from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Moru cracks Steel Penn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Moru throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T3#
Moru throws a head kick but Steel Penn moves out of range.
Moru throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Steel Penn misses
enabling Moru to counter with a crisp jab.
Jab from Steel Penn.
Moru clobbers Steel Penn with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Moru moves out of range of the body kick.
A big left from Moru misses.
As Moru looks to move away, Steel Penn throws a big counter combo but Moru just gets out of the way.
Steel Penn lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Moru backs up against the cage.
Steel Penn misses with a straight left.
Steel Penn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Moru counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Steel Penn tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Moru swivels and escapes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Moru lands a big head kick that sends Steel Penn to the canvas! Moru follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ma Moru!
Ma Moru decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated The Steel Penn had this to say: 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
AEW 12
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Timmon throws a head kick that Steel Penn semi-blocks.
Timmon scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Steel Penn doesn't seem bothered though.
Timmon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Steel Penn keeps the fight on the outside.
Steel Penn throws a jab when Timmon was well out of range.
Timmon cracks Steel Penn with an open hand slap.
Steel Penn lands a head kick. Timmon smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Timmon tries to clinch but Steel Penn is having none of it.
Timmon is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Steel Penn, as that shot connected.
Timmon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Timmon misses with a wild body shot.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses
and Steel Penn 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.
Timmon slips a jab and a cross from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Steel Penn throws an overhand right that lands on Timmon's shoulder, as Timmon tries to avoid the shot.
Steel Penn takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy body shot
and Timmon counters with a head kick. That will keep Steel Penn thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Steel Penn takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Timmon scores with a head kick.
Timmon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Steel Penn. Steel Penn circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Steel Penn throws a low kick but Timmon avoids it.#CL2#
Timmon instigates a clinch.
Timmon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Timmon.
Timmon stalling in the clinch.
Timmon will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Steel Penn up against the cage.
Timmon continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Timmon. #T2#
Steel Penn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Timmon avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Timmon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Timmon misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Timmon.
Timmon digs a right hand into Steel Penn's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Steel Penn's gas tank.
Timmon misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Steel Penn works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Timmon wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Steel Penn stalling. #T3#
Timmon is looking to escape.
Still in half guard, Steel Penn seems content to control.
Steel Penn seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Timmon for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but Timmon is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel Penn to get the leverage.
Steel Penn content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Steel Penn prevents Timmon from standing back up.
Steel Penn working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Timmon's thigh. Timmon counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Timmon is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Braylin Timmon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Timmon avoids a kick to the body.
Steel Penn sets himself, and Timmon steps forward looking for the clinch! Steel Penn avoids it this time.
Steel Penn tries to move into range but Timmon moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL2#
Timmon rushes Steel Penn and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Timmon displaying some good clinch control by pressing Steel Penn up against the cage.
Timmon misses with a body punch.
Timmon tries to throw a body punch but Steel Penn avoids it by throwing Timmon back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn can't get the takedown.
Steel Penn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Timmon content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
#T1#
Timmon can't find room to land a body shot as Steel Penn controls the action.
Timmon displaying some good clinch control by pressing Steel Penn up against the cage.
Timmon will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Steel Penn up against the cage.
Timmon throws a head punch that misses.
Timmon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Timmon misses with a punch to the body.
Timmon tries a body shot but Steel Penn blocks it.
#T2#
Timmon prevents the takedown attempt.
Steel Penn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Timmon pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Timmon drives through and clinches with Steel Penn against the cage.
Timmon digs a right hand underneath Steel Penn's ribcage. Steel Penn let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Timmon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Timmon lands a hook to the side of the head.
Timmon lands a nice shot to the body.
Steel Penn working hard to break the clinch.
Timmon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Steel Penn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Timmon avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T3#
Timmon holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Steel Penn blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch.
Timmon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Steel Penn's hands.#CL2#
Timmon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Steel Penn, pushing him back against the cage.
Timmon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Timmon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Timmon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Timmon tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Timmon is working Steel Penn over against the cage.#T4#
Timmon has a couple of punches blocked by Steel Penn.
Timmon prevents a takedown attempt there.
Timmon stops a takedown attempt from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn is looking for a takedown.
Timmon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right from Timmon on the inside.
Timmon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Timmon stops a takedown attempt from Steel Penn.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Timmon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Timmon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Timmon misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Braylin Timmon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Timmon lands a nice shot that snaps Steel Penn's head back.
Braylin Timmon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Timmon is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Timmon takes a swing at Steel Penn's ribcage but misses.
The crowd cheers as Timmon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Steel Penn doesn't seem phased though.
Braylin Timmon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steel Penn slips under a jab from Timmon.#TD#
Steel Penn shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Timmon's guard.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Timmon keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Timmon holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Timmon wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Timmon controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Timmon has his hands on Steel Penn's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Timmon pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Steel Penn back to the cage. Timmon follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T2#
Steel Penn needs to keep his hands up - Timmon had a free shot at his head there.
Steel Penn swings for the body but Timmon moves out of range.
Steel Penn tries to work over Timmon's front leg with a kick but Timmon checks it.
Timmon lands with a nice body kick.
Steel Penn takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Timmon scores with the left hand. Steel Penn knows he should have avoided that one.
Timmon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Steel Penn looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
Timmon forces Steel Penn back against the cage and clinches.
Steel Penn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Timmon is defending well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Timmon slows down the pace here.
Steel Penn tries to score a body lock takedown but Timmon shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T3#
Timmon pushes Steel Penn back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Timmon is pressed up against the cage. Steel Penn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Timmon down to the mat. Timmon 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 The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Timmon darts in and clinches Steel Penn up against the cage.
Braylin Timmon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Timmon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Timmon leaning his opponent against the cage.
Timmon slowing the pace effectively.#T4#
Steel Penn tries to score a body lock takedown but Timmon shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Steel Penn is trying to drag Timmon to the mat but Timmon just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Timmon working aggressively here.
Timmon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Timmon is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Timmon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that's the end of the fight!
Braylin Timmon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Timmon 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 26:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 26:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Braylin Timmon!
A pretty intense looking Braylin Timmon took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
The Steel Penn was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
AEW 6
Date: Jun 08, 2019 |
#R1#
A bone on bone clash there as Doctore blocks the leg kick.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Steel Penn has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Doctore clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Doctore told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Steel Penn working for a choke but Doctore is defending well.
Doctore is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Steel Penn off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Steel Penn is trying to stick to Doctore's back but Doctore is turning into Steel Penn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Steel Penn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Doctore.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Doctore is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Doctore trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is trying to keep Doctore in close.
Steel Penn wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position but Doctore postures up. #SUB#
Doctore avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Steel Penn managing to control the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Steel Penn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Steel Penn managing to control the position.
Doctore is looking to work some ground and pound but Steel Penn has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Doctore accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3##SUB#
Steel Penn is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Doctore frees his head nicely. Oh but Steel Penn has switched to an armbar! Doctore is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). The Steel Penn!
After winning the bout, The Steel Penn 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: May 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Steel Penn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Steel Penn appears to be looking for a big counter.
Cartwright tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Steel Penn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cartwright tries to clinch but Steel Penn is having none of it.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses.
Cartwright tries to clinch there but Steel Penn circles away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Steel Penn, as that shot connected.
Steel Penn will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Cartwright blocks it.
Cartwright throws out a counter right but Steel Penn avoids it with no problem.
Cartwright wants to clinch up but Steel Penn keeps it at a distance.
Steel Penn feinted there with a counter leg kick.#CL2#
Cartwright gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cartwright gets underhooks to prevent Steel Penn's takedown attempt.
Cartwright tries to throw a body punch but Steel Penn avoids it by throwing Cartwright back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cartwright.
Cartwright misses with some punches.
Cartwright tries to throw a body punch but Steel Penn avoids it by throwing Cartwright back against the cage.
Cartwright stalling against the cage.
Steel Penn is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Cartwright misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Steel Penn.
Cartwright fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cartwright lands a nice knee to the body.
Cartwright misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cartwright misses with a punch on the inside.
Cartwright swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Steel Penn's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Steel Penn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD#
Steel Penn has picked Cartwright up - he's going for a ride! Steel Penn dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Cartwright is trying to stand.
Steel Penn has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Steel Penn sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cartwright defending well though.
Cartwright avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn tries to pass to full mount but Cartwright defends it. #T2##ES2#
Cartwright pushes Steel Penn off and gets back to his feet.
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!
Cartwright tries to clinch but Steel Penn is having none of it. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cartwright creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cartwright tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cartwright throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Cartwright swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steel Penn.
Cartwright misses with some punches.
#TD#
Steel Penn works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Steel Penn working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Cartwright wants to stand up but Steel Penn is controlling him.
Steel Penn lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Steel Penn throws a big right hand that misses.
Cartwright is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Steel Penn throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Steel Penn won't allow Cartwright to get back to his feet.
Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Cartwright avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cartwright wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Steel Penn lands a couple of digs.
Cartwright wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn passes into half guard.
Steel Penn scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4#
Steel Penn throwing shots but Cartwright is blocking nicely.
Cartwright is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Cartwright keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Cartwright pushes Steel Penn off looking to stand but Steel Penn dives back in and keeps control.
Steel Penn takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
Cartwright avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Steel Penn.
Cartwright is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Clint Cartwright will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Cartwright looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cartwright wants to clinch.
Cartwright tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Steel Penn manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Steel Penn keeps the fight on the outside.
Cartwright wants to clinch.#CL2#
Cartwright closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cartwright prevents it.
Cartwright is working Steel Penn over against the cage.#T1#
Steel Penn looking for a takedown.
Cartwright stops a takedown attempt from Steel Penn.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Steel Penn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cartwright prevents it.
Cartwright misses with some punches.
Steel Penn on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Steel Penn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Cartwright.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Cartwright.
Cartwright has Steel Penn pressed against the cage.
Steel Penn is trying to push Cartwright away but Cartwright has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Steel Penn on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cartwright misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Nice body punch from Cartwright.
Clint Cartwright seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Steel Penn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cartwright misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steel Penn.
Cartwright has a couple of punches blocked by Steel Penn.
Cartwright lands a hook that snaps the head of Steel Penn backwards.
Cartwright working aggressively here.
Cartwright has a couple of punches blocked by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cartwright tries to land knees in the clinch but Steel Penn avoids the damage to the body.
Cartwright swings wildly with an uppercut but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cartwright doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cartwright lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Cartwright misses with a punch on the inside.
Cartwright trying to land knees to the body.
Cartwright prevents a takedown attempt there.
Cartwright can't find room to land a body shot as Steel Penn controls the action.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Cartwright goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cartwright misses with the head strike.
Cartwright tries a body shot but Steel Penn blocks it.
Steel Penn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Cartwright gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Cartwright tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cartwright throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn. #T4##BC#
Steel Penn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Cartwright takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Clint Cartwright seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn connects with a single shot there.
Cartwright displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Steel Penn throws out the jab.
Steel Penn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Cartwright has time to react.
Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown but Cartwright shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Cartwright fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Steel Penn, pushing him back against the cage.
Steel Penn wants to break free but Cartwright has control.
Cartwright misses with a punch to the body.
Cartwright fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cartwright has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cartwright.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cartwright is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Cartwright works on Steel Penn's body with a couple of short punches.
Cartwright misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Clint Cartwright showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Steel Penn shoots in for a double leg but Cartwright sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Steel Penn misses with a takedown attempt - Cartwright sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cartwright wants to clinch.
Steel Penn looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Cartwright tries to close the distance and clinch but Steel Penn swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Cartwright clinches.
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Cartwright.
Steel Penn blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cartwright tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steel Penn's elbow.
Cartwright misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cartwright is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A shot in the inside from Cartwright. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cartwright.
Cartwright landing knees to the body.
Cartwright tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Steel Penn tries to break free but Cartwright pushes him back against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Steel Penn as Cartwright tries to tie him up. #TD#
Steel Penn turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Steel Penn manages to end up in side control.
Cartwright wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn drags him back down.
The Steel Penn overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cartwright is letting Steel Penn control him for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cartwright is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Steel Penn is controlling him well.
Cartwright prevents Steel Penn from moving into mount.
Steel Penn throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T2#
Steel Penn looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Cartwright is avoiding damage well.
Steel Penn lands some shots froms side control.
Cartwright pushes Steel Penn away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Steel Penn gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
The ground and pound from Steel Penn seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Steel Penn fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn working the ground and pound.#ES2#
Cartwright bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Cartwright instigates a clinch.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Cartwright misses with a body punch.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Cartwright pressing his opponent against the cage. #T3#
Cartwright working aggressively here.
Cartwright misses with a punch on the inside.
Cartwright works on Steel Penn's body with a couple of short punches.
Cartwright tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cartwright fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steel Penn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cartwright prevents it.
Cartwright misses with a hook from the clinch.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Cartwright.
Steel Penn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cartwright misses with a body punch.
Clint Cartwright is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Steel Penn tries a body shot but Cartwright blocks it.
Cartwright misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cartwright misses with the head strike.
Steel Penn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Cartwright gets the underhooks and prevents it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Clint Cartwright comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Cartwright 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 Josh West scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:30
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clint Cartwright!
A very excited looking Clint Cartwright 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.
The Steel Penn spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Steel Penn misses with a body shot.
Vidal tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Steel Penn counters with a nice uppercut.
Vidal throws a looping overhand right but Steel Penn ducks down to avoid it.
Vidal misses with a wild body shot.
Steel Penn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steel Penn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vidal sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Steel Penn looking to score a takedown here. Vidal is defending well but Steel Penn drives through and ends up in Vidal's guard.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vidal working a defensive guard but Steel Penn manages to pass into side control anyway.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Vidal is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vidal parries the strikes from Steel Penn easily there. Steel Penn is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Vidal to escape.
Steel Penn throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Vidal is looking for a sweep.
Steel Penn controls the position.
Vidal is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn scoring with punches from side control.
Vidal pushes Steel Penn away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Steel Penn gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Steel Penn looks up at the clock and then as Vidal takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Steel Penn smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Steel Penn misses with the ground and pound.
Vidal is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Steel Penn asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Steel Penn slows the pace down. #T2#
Vidal wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn is dominant here and he's now got Vidal's back!
Steel Penn throwing sloppy strikes.
Steel Penn connects with a big shot to the side of Vidal's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vidal avoids the strikes from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Vidal doesn't escape.
Steel Penn trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Vidal wants to get back to his feet.
Steel Penn biding his time, controlling Vidal. #T3#
Vidal trying to get back to his feet but Steel Penn is in full control for now.
Steel Penn lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn missing with punches from the back.
Vidal prevents Steel Penn from getting a body triangle.
Vidal is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Steel Penn punches the canvas rather than the man.
Steel Penn is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Vidal up.
Steel Penn not allowing Vidal to control his hands. #T4#
Oooh a big shot gets through from Steel Penn. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Steel Penn lands strikes to the head.
Steel Penn loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Vidal hold on?
Steel Penn scores with punches from the back.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Steel Penn.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Steel Penn's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Vidal takes a big shot to the side of the head.
#ROC#
Vidal is rocked!
Steel Penn scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Vidal is looking for a way out.
Vidal is still in real trouble! Can Steel Penn finish him?
Steel Penn lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Steel Penn is working the ground and pound. Can Vidal escape?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Steel Penn dominated that round.
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#
Steel Penn circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Vidal drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Steel Penn follows Vidal to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Steel Penn!
During a confident post fight interview, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
ADWGC Sydney
Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 3785 p4p, 182 weight class) and Rafael Mendes (ranked 3831 p4p, 184 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that The Steel Penn has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily The Steel Penn seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 8 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Rafael Mendes!
The judges for this bout are Eliza Hachem, Chris Dean and Damien Edna.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mendes closes the distance and clinches.
Mendes drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Steel Penn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mendes is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Steel Penn is defending well.
Mendes wants a takedown but no success here.
The Steel Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafael Mendes.
Steel Penn tries to score a body lock takedown but Mendes shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Mendes looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn has Mendes pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Steel Penn pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Mendes tumbling to the mat - Steel Penn dives into Mendes's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (0) Mendes
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mendes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mendes has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Mendes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Steel Penn controls the pace.
Steel Penn has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Mendes is keeping the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mendes pulls Steel Penn in close to his closed guard and prevents Steel Penn from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mendes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Steel Penn controls the pace.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Mendes keeps moving.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Mendes is keeping the position.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Mendes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Mendes is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mendes keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass.
Steel Penn slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Mendes is keeping the position.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mendes's guard.
Mendes wants to sweep but Steel Penn has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (5) vs (0) Mendes
Steel Penn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Mendes being controlled for a moment.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn'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.
Mendes manages to work his way to half guard, despite Steel Penn's best efforts.
Mendes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Steel Penn trying to advance position but Mendes counters by regaining guard.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Mendes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Mendes is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Steel Penn is working hard here to advance position.
Mendes is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Steel Penn trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mendes controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Mendes keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Mendes keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass.
Mendes looking for a sweep. Not yet Mendes, not yet.
Steel Penn is stalling in the full guard.
Steel Penn is pushing down on Mendes's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mendes is fighting to maintain full guard but Steel Penn has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn slows the pace down in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Mendes is defending well.
Steel Penn keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mendes tries to roll over but Steel Penn keeps him under control.
Steel Penn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Mendes is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Mendes is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Mendes defends the submission attempt.
Still in half guard, Steel Penn seems content to control.
Steel Penn is trying to control. Mendes wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to free his trapped foot but Mendes is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Steel Penn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Steel Penn continues to hold on tight.
Steel Penn trying to control from half guard but Mendes is working away.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to pass to mount but Mendes is defending the position.
Steel Penn is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Steel Penn is working for a submission of some sort.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Steel Penn content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mendes trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn seems to be looking for submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
The Steel Penn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
ADWGC 9
Date: Mar 15, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Morrison (ranked 1903 p4p, 192 weight class) and The Steel Penn (ranked 3668 p4p, 325 weight class). Morrison comes into the arena with Diary of a Madman blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as The Steel Penn enters the cage!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 10 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 8 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Elvis Blanc and Dillan Fox.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Morrison gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Steel Penn counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Steel Penn. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Morrison keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Morrison had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steel Penn defends it easily.
Steel Penn is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn trying to control but Morrison is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morrison is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steel Penn is aware though and is defending well.
Steel Penn passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (0) vs (5) Steel Penn
Morrison seems a little lost for a moment, as Steel Penn dominates the positioning.
Morrison can't do much from the bottom here.
Steel Penn taking a breather here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Morrison wants to control but Steel Penn postures up.
Morrison really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Morrison has escaped the position, nice work there.
Steel Penn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morrison keeps working.
Morrison is looking to regain half guard here but Steel Penn keeps moving and retains side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn tries to advance to mount but can't.
Steel Penn trying to control the position but Morrison is working away.
Morrison prevents Steel Penn from improving position.
Steel Penn working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Morrison is looking to reverse the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Morrison tries to buck Steel Penn off but Steel Penn is having none of it.
Steel Penn in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Morrison is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). The Steel Penn!
A relieved looking The Steel Penn 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:
ADWGC NY
Date: Mar 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rickson Kimura (ranked 8645 p4p, 460 weight class) and The Steel Penn (ranked 3492 p4p, 291 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that Rickson Kimura has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Rickson Kimura seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Rickson Kimura! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Jorge Garcia and Joseph Jones.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kimura doesn't manage to clinch there - Steel Penn circles away.
Kimura tries to close the distance and clinch but Steel Penn swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Steel Penn changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Steel Penn clinches.
Kimura is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Steel Penn is defending well.
Kimura has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Steel Penn regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kimura (2) vs (0) Steel Penn
Kimura drops back looking for a leg! Steel Penn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Steel Penn manages to kick Kimura off! Kimura jumps back into Steel Penn's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kimura engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kimura won't allow Steel Penn to sweep him here.
We've been hearing good reports from Kimura's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kimura wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Kimura from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn is adopting a defensive guard.
Kimura trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn pulls Kimura in to control the position.
Kimura postures up.
Kimura trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kimura defends well.
Steel Penn is controlling Kimura's posture.
Kimura stays in close to Steel Penn's body and controls the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn seems keen to control Kimura's posture.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kimura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Kimura from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kimura looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn working a defensive guard here.
Kimura wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Steel Penn working a defensive guard here.
Steel Penn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Kimura from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn looking for a sweep. Not yet Steel Penn, not yet.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kimura wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
Kimura looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kimura trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Kimura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn working a defensive guard here.
Kimura trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kimura content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Steel Penn has locked up a guillotine! Steel Penn's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Kimura is holding on here and Steel Penn must be using up a lot of energy. Kimura has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Steel Penn gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Steel Penn!
A relieved looking The Steel Penn 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:
ADWGC 2
Date: Feb 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Lin Shui (ranked 7312 p4p, 412 weight class) and The Steel Penn (ranked 3399 p4p, 277 weight class). There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Lin Shui! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Dillan Fox and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn instigates a clinch.
Shui prevents the takedown attempt.
Shui has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Steel Penn uses from the top position.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shui swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shui has his hands on Steel Penn's head, controlling the position.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Shui has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Steel Penn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shui looking to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Shui is retaining full guard.
Steel Penn controls from within his opponent's guard.
Shui has Steel Penn pulled in close to control his posture.
Shui keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Shui pulls Steel Penn in close to prevent any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn controls from within his opponent's guard.
Steel Penn drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Shui manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Steel Penn has Shui in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shui (2) vs (0) Steel Penn
Shui controls from within his opponent's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn has his foot on Shui's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shui works his way back into a safe position though.
Shui wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Shui stacks Steel Penn on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Shui! Score +3 for passing guard: Shui (5) vs (0) Steel Penn
You can see the frustration on Steel Penn's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Steel Penn tries to bench press Shui off him but Shui keeps the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to control Shui's posture but Shui avoids it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn stops Shui from passing to mount.
Steel Penn being controlled for a moment.
Steel Penn manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Shui is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Steel Penn! Score +3 for passing guard: Shui (8) vs (0) Steel Penn
Shui tries to control but Steel Penn wriggling away.
Shui controlling from mount.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to reverse the position but instead Shui has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Shui (11) vs (0) Steel Penn
You can see the frustration on Steel Penn's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Steel Penn trying to control the hands but Shui breaks the grip.
Shui tries to keep control of the position but Steel Penn is staying busy.
Shui looking for the RNC.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Shui has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Steel Penn is in bad spot here.
Shui is not going to allow Steel Penn to sit and survive in this position.
Shui is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Steel Penn with him. Steel Penn is trying to defend but Shui has an arm under the chin now! Steel Penn grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lin Shui!
The Steel Penn was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Steel Penn thuds his right hand into Pettis's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Pettis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steel Penn misses with a jab, cross combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pettis! But no joy.
Steel Penn throws a lazy head kick
and Pettis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pettis ducks under a wild hook from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn looks to land a left hand but Pettis moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steel Penn. Pettis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Steel Penn throws a poor cross that misses
and Pettis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Steel Penn misses with the body kick
and Pettis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Steel Penn moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Pettis breaks the clinch.
Steel Penn darts in trying to clinch
and Steel Penn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steel Penn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Steel Penn misses with a left hand
and Pettis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses.
Pettis wants to counter with a clinch but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Steel Penn dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Steel Penn throws an off balance right hand
and Pettis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steel Penn misses with a series of wild punches.
Pettis tries to counter with a clinch but Steel Penn shakes him off and moves away.
Steel Penn misses the body punch
and Pettis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steel Penn misses with a left hand
and Pettis counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Steel Penn closes the distance and pushes Pettis back into the cage.#T3##BC2#
Pettis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Steel Penn feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pettis wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pettis can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Steel Penn controls the pace.
Pettis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pettis wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pettis keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully. #T4#
Pettis wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Steel Penn controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Pettis has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Pettis leaves Steel Penn with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
The Steel Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pettis moves away.
Nice defenses there by Pettis.
Pettis is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Steel Penn with a body shot.#CL#
Steel Penn gets in close and instigates a clinch.
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 The Steel Penn 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#
Steel Penn misses with a body shot
letting Pettis counter with a right hand.
Jeremy Pettis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steel Penn misses with a body shot
and Pettis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steel Penn with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pettis slips a jab from Steel Penn.
Pettis now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Steel Penn is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Pettis's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Steel Penn misses with a body punch
and Pettis counters with a nice uppercut.
Steel Penn pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Pettis 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn misses with a hook to the body
and Pettis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pettis avoids the head kick by Steel Penn.
Pettis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1#
Steel Penn misses with a head kick.
Steel Penn tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pettis throws out a counter right but Steel Penn avoids it with no problem.
Pettis is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Steel Penn throws an off balance right hand
and Pettis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pettis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Steel Penn misses with a double jab
and Pettis counters with a nice body shot.
Steel Penn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pettis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Pettis steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Steel Penn.#TD#
Steel Penn looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES2#
Pettis pushes Steel Penn off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steel Penn misses with a body punch
and Pettis counters with a straight right hand.
Steel Penn throws a lazy uppercut
and Pettis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steel Penn misses with a body punch
and Pettis counters with a straight right hand.
Steel Penn misses with a body shot.
Steel Penn tries to close the distance and clinch but Pettis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pettis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Steel Penn throws a body shot but no joy.
Steel Penn sets himself, and Pettis steps forward looking for the clinch! Steel Penn avoids it this time.#T3#
Steel Penn throws a combination that misses
and Pettis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Steel Penn darts in and clinches Pettis up against the cage.#TD#
Steel Penn is trying to trip Pettis. He has hold of a leg but Pettis is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Steel Penn persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Steel Penn content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Pettis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Steel Penn accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Steel Penn sitting in guard here, content to control.
Pettis is looking to stand up but Steel Penn isn't so interested in that idea.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Pettis keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Steel Penn scores with a jab. Pettis acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jeremy Pettis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick
and Pettis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Steel Penn thinking.
Steel Penn just misses with a punch to the body.
Pettis lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Steel Penn has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Steel Penn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steel Penn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pettis was well out of range. Poor timing from Steel Penn.
Pettis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Steel Penn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pettis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the body from Steel Penn misses
enabling Pettis to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn falls off balance throwing a combination
and Steel Penn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
No luck for Steel Penn with that takedown attempt.
Pettis wants to counter with a clinch but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Steel Penn tries to bum rush Pettis with a series of wild strikes but Pettis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Steel Penn misses with a wild combination.
Steel Penn misses with a body shot
and Pettis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steel Penn connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Pettis momentarily.
#T2#
Steel Penn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pettis is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Steel Penn is looking to wear down Pettis with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Steel Penn misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Pettis counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Pettis breaks the clinch.
A head kick misses from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Steel Penn misses with a combination
and Pettis counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3##CL#
Steel Penn closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Steel Penn breaks from the clinch.
Steel Penn misses with a lunging right hand
and Pettis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Steel Penn moves into range and clinches up with Pettis.#BC2#
Pettis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Steel Penn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pettis paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pettis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Steel Penn misses with a shot to the body
and Pettis counters with a stiff right hand.
Steel Penn throws an off balance right hand
and Pettis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Steel Penn misses with a takedown
and Pettis counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Steel Penn throws a lazy uppercut
and Pettis counters with a stiff right hand.
Steel Penn throws a right and a left that Pettis avoids nicely.
Pettis throws out a counter right but Steel Penn avoids it with no problem.
Steel Penn falls off balance throwing a combination
and Pettis counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steel Penn misses with a body shot.
Pettis throws a counter combo.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeremy Pettis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pettis 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeremy Pettis!
An out of breath Jeremy Pettis thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The Steel Penn was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Jan 31, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 2639 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Morrison Jr. (ranked 2219 p4p, 260 weight class). Morrison Jr. has chosen Face The Pain as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; David Morrison Jr.!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Chris Edwards and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Morrison Jr. tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Steel Penn defends well and Morrison Jr. ends up having to push Steel Penn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Steel Penn drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (0) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. struggling a bit here.
Steel Penn passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Morrison Jr.! Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (6) vs (0) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn prevents Morrison Jr. from getting the reversal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison Jr. looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (9) vs (0) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. is in bad spot here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison Jr. is still trying to improve position.
Steel Penn biding his time, looking for the opening.
Morrison Jr. is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Steel Penn is hanging on to Morrison Jr.'s back as he tries to escape.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. keeps trying to improve his position.
Steel Penn is looking for the choke from the back position but Morrison Jr. is controlling his hands well.
Steel Penn doesn't have the hooks in and Morrison Jr. manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (2) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn looking for a sweep. Not yet Steel Penn, not yet.
Steel Penn working for submissions but it's allowed Morrison Jr. to get to half guard.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Morrison Jr. has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morrison Jr. is working for a submission of some sort.
Steel Penn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (5) Morrison Jr.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Steel Penn wants to improve his position but Morrison Jr. is controlling well.
Steel Penn looking for submissions off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morrison Jr. pulls his head out easily.
Morrison Jr. controlling the action here.
Steel Penn trying to control here.
Steel Penn is trying to control but Morrison Jr. passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (8) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn prevents Morrison Jr. from moving into mount.
Morrison Jr. wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Steel Penn, who protects the arm well.
Steel Penn tries to buck Morrison Jr. off but Morrison Jr. is having none of it.
Steel Penn gets back to half guard.
Morrison Jr. is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Steel Penn has managed to free his arm - good work.
Steel Penn is looking to control Morrison Jr.'s leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Steel Penn avoid being mounted?
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. is looking to advance position but Steel Penn won't allow it.
Steel Penn works his way to full guard. Good work.
Morrison Jr. advances to half guard.
Steel Penn tries to roll over but Morrison Jr. keeps him under control.
Steel Penn works his way to full guard. Good work.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel Penn is trying to keep Morrison Jr. in close.
Steel Penn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position but Morrison Jr. postures up.
Morrison Jr. wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Morrison Jr. slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Morrison Jr. looking to sit in guard and control but Steel Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (8) Morrison Jr.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Steel Penn manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (10) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn pulls Morrison Jr. in to control the position.
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck.
Steel Penn looking for a guillotine here but Morrison Jr. defends easily.
Morrison Jr. trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (13) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn regains half guard there - taking advantage of Morrison Jr.'s attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Steel Penn trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (16) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Morrison Jr. seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Steel Penn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. content to control rather than advance.
Steel Penn is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Morrison Jr.'s legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Morrison Jr.'s back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (15) vs (16) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. showing good submission defense here.
Steel Penn looking to break Morrison Jr.'s wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Morrison Jr. remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Steel Penn will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
A lull in the action here.
Morrison Jr. is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn controlling the position well here. Morrison Jr. rolled but Steel Penn kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Steel Penn has the hooks in. Morrison Jr. is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Morrison Jr. is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Steel Penn working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Morrison Jr. manages to reverse the position and now he's in Steel Penn's guard. Nice work there by Morrison Jr..
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (15) vs (18) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn can't keep his opponent in guard - Morrison Jr. advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Steel Penn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morrison Jr. pulls his head out easily.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Morrison Jr. is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Steel Penn trying to hold on to Morrison Jr.'s head to control him but Morrison Jr. postures up.
Steel Penn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morrison Jr. pulls his head out easily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Morrison Jr. is trying to control the action in half guard but Steel Penn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Steel Penn manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Morrison Jr. advances to half guard.
Steel Penn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Morrison Jr. controlling the pace.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn is not content to let Morrison Jr. control the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to improve his position but Morrison Jr. is controlling well.
Morrison Jr. is looking to advance position but Steel Penn won't allow it.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
Steel Penn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morrison Jr. pulls his head out easily.
Morrison Jr. is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Morrison Jr. prevents Steel Penn from improving his position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (15) vs (21) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. tries to advance to mount but Steel Penn denies him.
Steel Penn tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Morrison Jr. wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Morrison Jr. works to advance to full mount. Steel Penn defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (15) vs (23) Morrison Jr.
Steel Penn gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison Jr. is controlling the pace.
Morrison Jr. wants to take a breather but Steel Penn is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison Jr. wins on points by 23 to 15.
David Morrison Jr. is the new bantamweight champion!
A victorious David Morrison Jr. thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The Steel Penn spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jan 30, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 2618 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alejandro Sepulveda (ranked 1490 p4p, 148 weight class). Sepulveda is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Lady Gaga - Alejandro. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Alejandro Sepulveda!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and Richard Clark.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn looks for a takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well.
Steel Penn tries to keep at a distance but Sepulveda has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sepulveda jumps into guard, dragging Steel Penn to the mat.
Sepulveda trying to keep a closed guard but Steel Penn is proving a slippery customer.
Sepulveda is looking for a triangle but Steel Penn pushes his legs off easily.
Steel Penn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sepulveda is keeping the position for now.
Sepulveda seems keen to control Steel Penn's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn pushing down on Sepulveda's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Steel Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Sepulveda trying to control but Steel Penn postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sepulveda tries to roll over but Steel Penn keeps him under control.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but Sepulveda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel Penn to get the leverage.
Steel Penn looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sepulveda trying to control here.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sepulveda! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (3) vs (0) Sepulveda
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but Sepulveda is having none of it.
Sepulveda keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Sepulveda prevents Steel Penn from taking his back.
Sepulveda is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn has hold of Sepulveda's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sepulveda manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Steel Penn fails to take his opponent's back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Sepulveda to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Sepulveda shrugs it off.
Steel Penn wants to take his opponent's back but instead Sepulveda manages to regain half guard.
Sepulveda regains full guard. Nicely done.
Sepulveda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sepulveda looking to control.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sepulveda throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Steel Penn escapes and throws Sepulveda's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (6) vs (0) Sepulveda
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sepulveda has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda can't do much from the bottom here.
Sepulveda is looking to reverse the position.
Steel Penn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sepulveda prevents Steel Penn from improving position.
Sepulveda is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Steel Penn is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (8) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Steel Penn trying to mount his opponent but Sepulveda defends it.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard.
Sepulveda wants to get back to full guard but Steel Penn has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (0) Sepulveda
Sepulveda is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sepulveda felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Steel Penn looking to control but Sepulveda is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Steel Penn works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (14) vs (0) Sepulveda
Steel Penn working for a choke but Sepulveda reverses nicely into Steel Penn 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (14) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn seems keen to control Sepulveda's posture.
Sepulveda passes into half guard.
Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Steel Penn sees it coming and defends easily.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Sepulveda has control of the leg.
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Steel Penn defends the submission attempt.
Sepulveda is working for a kimura but Steel Penn is defending it quite comfortably.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Sepulveda tries to pass.
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sepulveda manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (16) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steel Penn defends it easily.
Sepulveda wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Sepulveda looking for a sweep. Not yet Sepulveda, not yet.
Steel Penn trying to control but Sepulveda is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard.
Sepulveda controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda being controlled here, momentarily.
Sepulveda 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.
Sepulveda controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Sepulveda is retaining full guard.
Sepulveda wants to control but Steel Penn passes easily into half guard.
Steel Penn wants to free his trapped foot but Sepulveda is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Steel Penn's head to control him but Steel Penn postures up.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sepulveda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Steel Penn pulls his head out easily.
Sepulveda actively working from the bottom here.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sepulveda doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Steel Penn.
Sepulveda gets full guard.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Steel Penn content to stall in guard here.
Steel Penn works a leg free and moves into half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to work for an arm triangle but Sepulveda is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep. Steel Penn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Steel Penn wants to pass to mount but Sepulveda is defending the position.
Sepulveda is trying to control but Steel Penn passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (19) vs (2) Sepulveda
Sepulveda regains half guard.
Sepulveda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sepulveda trying to control from the bottom.
Steel Penn is trying to control. Sepulveda wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well.
Steel Penn is working for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending it quite comfortably.
Sepulveda is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steel Penn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steel Penn's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (19) vs (6) Sepulveda
Steel Penn showing good submission defense here.
I really don't envy Steel Penn right now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but not successfully.
Steel Penn is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sepulveda is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Steel Penn defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Sepulveda's arms.
Sepulveda controls the action.
Steel Penn turns into Sepulveda and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (21) vs (6) Sepulveda
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn takes the fight on points by 21 to 6.
The Steel Penn thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jan 29, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 2606 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mr Ward (ranked 4009 p4p, 0 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that The Steel Penn has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily The Steel Penn seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 6 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Mr Ward!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Donald Grub and Sam Margolis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn has managed to clinch.
Ward tries to score a body lock takedown but Steel Penn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Steel Penn is trying to drag Ward to the mat but Ward just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ward has hold of one of Steel Penn's legs. Steel Penn is fighting the takedown attempt but Ward gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Ward
Ward lying in Steel Penn's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Steel Penn decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Ward taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Steel Penn!
During a confident post fight interview, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 2496 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ra Rrz Be Nize (ranked 3565 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Ra Rrz Be Nize!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Taro Takaoka and Shirou Masuda.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Steel Penn clinches.
Be Nize gets underhooks to prevent Steel Penn's takedown attempt.
Steel Penn goes for a takedown attempt but Be Nize pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Steel Penn moves into the clinch.
Steel Penn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Be Nize gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Steel Penn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Steel Penn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Be Nize pulls his leg out and moves away.
Be Nize has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Steel Penn is landing a low percentage of strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Steel Penn tries for a takedown but Be Nize manages to get underhooks.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Be Nize can't fight it off and eventually Steel Penn manages to take the fight to the floor. Be Nize looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (0) Be Nize
Be Nize trying to control the position.
Steel Penn stopping the sweep attempt from Be Nize.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Be Nize swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Be Nize manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (2) Be Nize
Steel Penn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Steel Penn has his foot on Be Nize's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Be Nize works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
Be Nize drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Steel Penn manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Be Nize has Steel Penn in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (2) Be Nize
Be Nize is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Steel Penn sitting in guard here, content to control.
Be Nize keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize trying to keep a closed guard but Steel Penn is proving a slippery customer.
Be Nize manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Steel Penn manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (4) Be Nize
Steel Penn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Be Nize defends it easily.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Be Nize is proving a slippery customer.
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Be Nize is one step ahead there.
Be Nize looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn throws his legs up looking for a submission but Be Nize uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (7) Be Nize
Steel Penn tries to buck Be Nize off but Be Nize is having none of it.
Be Nize tries to advance to mount but can't.
Be Nize is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Steel Penn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Steel Penn is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn trying to control but Be Nize postures up.
Be Nize is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Steel Penn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Be Nize.
Be Nize is looking for a kimura but Steel Penn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Be Nize to get the leverage.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Be Nize pulls his head out easily.
Be Nize seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Steel Penn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Be Nize passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (10) Be Nize
Steel Penn wants to hold on but Be Nize pushes him away.
Be Nize tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Steel Penn manages to regain half guard. Good work.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Steel Penn is staying active underneath Be Nize, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
Steel Penn slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Steel Penn has his feet on Be Nize's thighs here. He's pushed Be Nize off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Be Nize screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Steel Penn!
A very excited looking The Steel Penn 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Morgan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Steel Penn lands a jab-cross combination. #TD#
Morgan tries to sprawl but Steel Penn drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Morgan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Steel Penn is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Morgan defends it well. #SUB#
Steel Penn is working for a kimura but Morgan is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morgan is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Morgan is trying to get back to full guard.
Morgan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steel Penn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steel Penn's back!
Steel Penn rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Steel Penn works his way to full guard. Good work.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Morgan tries to pass.
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Morgan defends it easily.
Morgan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.
Morgan is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Morgan defends well.
Morgan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Steel Penn is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Morgan defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but Morgan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel Penn to get the leverage. #SUB#
Steel Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Steel Penn seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4##SUB#
Steel Penn is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Morgan sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morgan is trying to control but can't.
Steel Penn controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Steel Penn dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Morgan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Morgan trying to control the position but Steel Penn is working away. #SUB2#
Morgan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Steel Penn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Morgan trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep.
Steel Penn is trying to control Morgan's posture but Morgan avoids it. #T1#
Steel Penn manages to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn wants to control but Morgan is keeping busy.
Steel Penn tries to roll over but Morgan keeps him under control.
Morgan wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Morgan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Steel Penn sees it coming and defends easily.
Steel Penn has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Morgan is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Steel Penn looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Morgan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Morgan trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Steel Penn instigates a clinch.
Steel Penn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Morgan gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Steel Penn has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Morgan regains guard immediately.
Morgan keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully. #T3#
Steel Penn looking to sit in guard and control but Morgan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Steel Penn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Steel Penn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morgan can do to turn this around?
Steel Penn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Morgan manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
The Steel Penn overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Morgan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Morgan keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morgan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Steel Penn's guard. #REVB#
Steel Penn looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jared Morgan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Morgan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Steel Penn's waist but Steel Penn gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Morgan off to one side. #TD#
Steel Penn looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Steel Penn is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Morgan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Morgan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Morgan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Morgan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Morgan is retaining full guard.
Morgan keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully. #T1#
Morgan wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Morgan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Morgan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Steel Penn drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Morgan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Steel Penn's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T2##SUB#
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Morgan defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Steel Penn trying to work for an americana but Morgan has managed to regain full guard.
Steel Penn slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Morgan has escaped the position, nice work there.
Morgan manages to get back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Steel Penn is working for a submission of some sort.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Morgan trying to control but Steel Penn postures up.
Steel Penn tries to pass to full mount but Morgan defends it. #SUB#
Steel Penn is working for a kimura here but Morgan manages to reverse the position and he's now in Steel Penn's guard.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Steel Penn is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
Steel Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morgan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Morgan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Morgan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel Penn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morgan controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
The Steel Penn showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Steel Penn 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Steel Penn!
The Steel Penn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Jared Morgan stepped up to the mic, saying 'This was a great learning experience for me. I'm going to come back stronger. Props to my opponent'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 26, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Cartwright closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Cartwright softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Steel Penn has Cartwright pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cartwright manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Steel Penn turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Steel Penn manages to end up in side control.
Steel Penn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cartwright keeps working. #SUB#
Steel Penn tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Steel Penn has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Steel Penn is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cartwright knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cartwright wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn drags him back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright is looking to get back to his feet here but Steel Penn is keeping cool and he's managed to take Cartwright's back.#T1#
Cartwright is trying to get back to his feet but Steel Penn has full control of the position and if anything, Cartwright has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Steel Penn looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Cartwright taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). The Steel Penn!
Our winner, The Steel Penn, 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:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 3835 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rollo Gracie (ranked 649 p4p, 0 weight class). Gracie is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Jiu Jitsu: Apaga Mas Năo Bate. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Rollo Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Patrick Alders and Radbod Blank.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Gracie forces Steel Penn back against the cage and clinches.
Gracie gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Gracie
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steel Penn is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Let's hope that Gracie has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Steel Penn looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Gracie has picked Steel Penn up and slammed him! Steel Penn can't keep hold of the triangle and Gracie manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (7) Gracie
Gracie trying to control the position but Steel Penn is working away.
Steel Penn manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (7) Gracie
Gracie gets full guard.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Steel Penn trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn looking to sit in guard and control but Gracie gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (9) Gracie
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Steel Penn escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gracie defends it easily.
Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn looking to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking for a triangle but Gracie pushes his legs off easily.
Steel Penn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gracie manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (6) vs (9) Gracie
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Steel Penn pushes down on Gracie's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Steel Penn moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (9) Gracie
Steel Penn is trying to get an arm triangle but Gracie is defending well.
Gracie regains half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Steel Penn.
Steel Penn is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Steel Penn tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn trying to control from half guard but Gracie is working away.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is working for a submission of some sort.
Gracie is positioning himself well to prevent Steel Penn advancing to mount.
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Gracie defends the submission attempt.
Steel Penn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Steel Penn eventually gives up the hold.
Steel Penn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Steel Penn eventually gives up the hold.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Gracie has recovered full guard.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Gracie dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (11) Gracie
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck.
Gracie pushing down on Steel Penn's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gracie controlling the action here.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Gracie 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.
Gracie is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie moves into full mount! Steel Penn won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (14) Gracie
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Steel Penn tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Steel Penn is looking to get to half guard.
Gracie controlling from mount.
Steel Penn is desperately trying to improve his position but Gracie has a good base and remains in mount.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Steel Penn is squirming around nicely.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully.
Steel Penn is looking to get to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn regains half guard.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is defending well.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Gracie prevents Steel Penn from improving his position.
Steel Penn is working hard here to advance position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Gracie passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (17) Gracie
Steel Penn is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gracie takes Steel Penn's back. Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (9) vs (20) Gracie
Steel Penn is in bad spot here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Gracie slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie wins on points by 20 to 9.
A very excited looking Rollo Gracie rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
In defeat, The Steel Penn stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Sydney Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 3703 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rafael Mendes (ranked 2739 p4p, 141 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Rafael Mendes!
The judges for this bout are Darius Henderson, Donatello Bradman and Eliza Hachem.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn looks for a takedown but Mendes sprawls well.
Mendes gets caught napping as Steel Penn dives in and scores a takedown. Mendes manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (0) Mendes
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Mendes is keeping the position.
Mendes seems keen to control Steel Penn's posture.
Mendes wants to control position but Steel Penn is using a can opener to pass guard... He's turned it into a full on guillotine from mount now! Big trouble for Mendes here! He's turning a lovely shade of purple and yep! He's tapping out! I would say world class Jiu Jitsu but is it really? It was nice but let's not get silly about it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Steel Penn!
Our winner, The Steel Penn, 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:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Lu Hao (ranked 914 p4p, 97 weight class) and The Steel Penn (ranked 3668 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Lu Hao! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are John Mangel, Ron Honeybunn and Ben Hemmingworth.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Steel Penn was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hao (0) vs (4) Steel Penn
Hao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Steel Penn wants to control but Hao is keeping him busy.
Steel Penn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn tries for a kimura but Hao is defending well.
Hao tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hao (0) vs (6) Steel Penn
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Steel Penn has hold of Hao's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Hao manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hao is looking to improve his position but Steel Penn isn't that keen on the idea.
Steel Penn swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Steel Penn!
An out of breath The Steel Penn thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Page scores with a push kick.
Page falls off balance throwing a combination
and Steel Penn counters with an outside leg kick.
Page tries to close the distance and clinch but Steel Penn swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Page misses with a double jab
#CL2#
and Steel Penn counters by clinching up.
Page tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Steel Penn smiles and moves away.
Steel Penn tried to score with a low kick but Page checks it.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Page.
Steel Penn is trying to control Page's posture but Page avoids it.
Steel Penn trying to control but Page flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T1#
Steel Penn just trying to survive but Page is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Page trying to control.
Steel Penn tries to escape the position.
Steel Penn breaks Page's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Page will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Page not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Page trying to strike off his back.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Page keeps moving.
Page really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Page is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Page is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Page is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn controlling the position.#T3#
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Steel Penn looking for a sweep. Not yet Steel Penn, not yet.
Page passes into half guard.
Page is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Page is really struggling to control Steel Penn but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Steel Penn gets back to full guard.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Page wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Page tests Steel Penn's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Page seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Page lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Page tries to clinch up but Steel Penn circles away and keeps his distance.
Page tries to clinch but Steel Penn moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scott Page dominated that round.
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##TD#
Page is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Steel Penn's half guard.
Steel Penn is trying to maintain the position but Page is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel Penn moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Page is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel Penn can do to turn this around?
Page passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SU#
Page decides to stand up, so the ref orders Steel Penn to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Page moves away from the strike by Steel Penn.
Page is looking to clinch but Steel Penn is avoiding it.
Steel Penn feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Steel Penn 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 Page has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Page and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Steel Penn swings widly with a right hand
and Page counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD2#
Steel Penn closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Steel Penn lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Page has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Steel Penn 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 Page.#SUB2#
Steel Penn swings around for an armbar but Page sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Steel Penn's guard.
Page wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Page's guard. #REVB##T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Page keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Page working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Steel Penn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Steel Penn manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Page wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment. #T3##SUB#
Page is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Steel Penn defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Page is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Page lands a couple of shots from the bottom.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Page is retaining full guard.
Steel Penn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Steel Penn trying to control but Page is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Steel Penn gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Page to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Steel Penn wants to hit a switch here but Page passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Steel Penn there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scott Page dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Page slips a straight right by Steel Penn.
Scott Page is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Page throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Steel Penn on the side of the head.
Page scores with a jab to the jaw.
Steel Penn dives in for a single leg takedown but Page sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Page checks the leg kick.
Page seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Steel Penn throws a jab when Page was well out of range.
Page uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steel Penn.
Good leg kick by Page there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Page blocks the leg kick.
#TD#
Page feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Steel Penn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Page defends well.#T1#
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck.
Steel Penn wants to hit a switch here but Page passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Steel Penn there!
Page wants to control the pace but Steel Penn is squirming around nicely.
Steel Penn bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Page wants to sweep but no luck.
Page throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Page working a defensive guard here.
Page lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steel Penn is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Steel Penn working for submissions but it's allowed Page to get to half guard.
#T3#
Steel Penn is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Page's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Page's back!
Steel Penn lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Steel Penn.
Page trying to control but not successfully.
Steel Penn trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Page doesn't escape.
Scott Page is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Page tries to escape the position.
Page manages to reverse the position and now he's in Steel Penn's guard. Nice work there by Page.
#T4#
Page sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Page wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
Page is looking to advance position but Steel Penn has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Steel Penn breaks from Page's wrist control and lands an elbow.
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 Scott Page.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Page, 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scott Page!
Post fight, Scott Page stared into the camera and said 'Fuck you'.
The Steel Penn spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 02, 2018 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Pettis slips a straight right by Steel Penn.
Pettis is looking for a counter combo.
Steel Penn thows a leg kick but Pettis checks it
and Pettis counters with a straight right hand.
Steel Penn moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Pettis checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Pettis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn looks to throw the jab but Pettis is out of range.
Steel Penn throws a jab but it's blocked by Pettis.
Pettis was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Steel Penn misses with a low kick.
Pettis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Steel Penn throws out a leg kick but Pettis moves out of range and Steel Penn only half commits.
Pettis tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Steel Penn manages to circle out of the way.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Steel Penn throws a chopping leg kick but Pettis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Steel Penn throws an off balance right hand
and Pettis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Steel Penn throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Steel Penn misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Pettis holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Steel Penn lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pettis tries to circle away but Steel Penn has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Pettis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Steel Penn misses with the combination.
#T3#
Steel Penn loads up on a big right hand but Pettis slips the punch.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick but Pettis moved away.
Pettis is looking to counter punch.
Steel Penn is looking to chop away at Pettis's legs.
It looked like Pettis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn misses with a leg kick.
Pettis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Steel Penn.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Steel Penn throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Pettis to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Pettis to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Pettis counters with a nice uppercut.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn tries to score with a low kick but Pettis moves his leg out of the way.
Pettis seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Steel Penn dominated that round.
That's time! Pettis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A big right from Steel Penn misses.
Steel Penn connects with a looping right hand.
Pettis is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Steel Penn misses with a leg kick.
Pettis throwing a counter right hand but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Steel Penn misses
and Pettis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steel Penn is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some bone on bone action there as Pettis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Pettis tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Steel Penn manages to circle out of the way.#T1#
A big left from Steel Penn misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Pettis misses the target.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick
and Steel Penn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Steel Penn in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Steel Penn cracks the inside of Pettis's front leg.
The Steel Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Pettis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Pettis blocks it.#T2#
Steel Penn tries a low kick but Pettis avoids it.
Pettis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Steel Penn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pettis blocks a leg kick.
Steel Penn attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
An attempted straight right counter from Pettis misses the target.
Steel Penn throws a left and a right that both miss
and Pettis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Steel Penn chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T3#
Pettis blocks a leg kick.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Pettis avoids it easily.
A low kick from Steel Penn misses #CL#
and Pettis counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Steel Penn manages to break the clinch.
Pettis ducks under a wild hook from Steel Penn.
Pettis throwing a counter right hand but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
Pettis is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Steel Penn throws a low kick, looking for Pettis's leg but Pettis calmly moves out of range.
It looked like Pettis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Steel Penn throws a looping overhand right but Pettis ducks down to avoid it.
Steel Penn throws a right hand that misses
and Pettis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steel Penn swinging wildly here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pettis throwing a counter right hand but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Steel Penn 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#
Steel Penn is looking to chop away at Pettis's legs.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick
enabling Pettis to counter with a crisp jab.
Pettis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Steel Penn can pounce on him.
Steel Penn cracks Pettis with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T1#
Pettis moves away from the strike by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Pettis misses the target.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick
and Pettis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick
and Pettis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pettis checks a low kick from Steel Penn.
A counter left hand to the body from Pettis misses its target.
Jeremy Pettis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Steel Penn tries to land a leg kick but Pettis saw it coming and moves away.
Steel Penn throws a low kick but it's checked well by Pettis.
The Steel Penn is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pettis is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pettis needs to keep his hands up - Steel Penn had a free shot at his head there.
A low kick from Steel Penn misses
and Pettis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The Steel Penn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steel Penn fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pettis is out of range.
Pettis wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T3#
Steel Penn thows a leg kick but Pettis checks it
and Pettis counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses.
Pettis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steel Penn misses with a right hand
letting Pettis counter with a right hand.
Steel Penn misses with a low kick as Pettis jumps back.
Pettis is looking to counter punch.
Steel Penn throws a lazy uppercut
and Steel Penn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Steel Penn scores with a jab. Pettis acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Pettis blocks a leg kick.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick but Pettis moved away.
Pettis is looking to counter the offense by Steel Penn and move into the clinch.
Steel Penn misses the jab.
Pettis throwing a counter right hand but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pettis slips a straight right by Steel Penn.
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 Jeremy Pettis.
I think Steel Penn 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 Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Steel Penn!
A very excited looking The Steel Penn 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:
ORC Submission Grappling 3
Date: Jun 01, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 3657 p4p, 392 weight class) and Zander Harland (ranked 3624 p4p, 389 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Harland's choice of entrance music: We Don't Know. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Zander Harland!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Radbod Blank and Nard Betker.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn clinches up against the ropes.
Harland is looking for a takedown.
Harland gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Harland
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Harland tries to pass.
Steel Penn trying to control the position.
Steel Penn pulls Harland in to control the position.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Harland tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harland is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Harland trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Harland stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel Penn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel Penn wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
My spies in 3Band MMA ($700/week) inform me that Harland has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Harland from controlling successfully.
Harland must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Harland controls from within his opponent's guard.
Harland trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Harland is fighting to break Steel Penn's control of his arms but Steel Penn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Harland wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn has Harland pulled in close to control his posture.
Harland pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Harland trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Harland pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
Harland 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.
Harland looking to sit in guard and control but Steel Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (2) Harland
Harland wants to sweep but no luck.
Steel Penn looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Steel Penn won't allow Harland to sweep him here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harland keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Harland trying to keep a closed guard but Steel Penn is proving a slippery customer.
Steel Penn trying to control but Harland is working from the bottom.
Harland looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Harland is pulling down on Steel Penn's head. It's preventing any offense from Steel Penn, at least for the moment.
Let's hope that Harland has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Harland not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Harland is trying to hold Steel Penn in close to prevent damage but Steel Penn has managed to pass into half guard.
Harland desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Steel Penn performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Harland wants to get back to full guard.
Harland trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Steel Penn manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (5) vs (2) Harland
Harland tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but Harland is having none of it.
Steel Penn is really struggling to control Harland but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Harland can't escape the position.
Steel Penn controlling his opponent.
Harland tries to reverse the position but Steel Penn maintains control.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Harland is in all sorts of trouble here.
Harland looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (8) vs (2) Harland
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Harland rolls, trying to escape but Steel Penn keeps control of the position.
Steel Penn controlling the position well here. Harland rolled but Steel Penn kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Harland tries to escape but Steel Penn has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Harland doesn't escape.
Harland tries to break free.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Harland looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
What can Harland do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Harland is really stuck here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn avoiding Harland 's attempts to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Harland's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Steel Penn slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Harland trying to control the action but Steel Penn just sinks the hooks in.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is controlling the position but Harland somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Harland with the active half guard here but Steel Penn passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (2) Harland
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn happy to just control the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
An out of breath The Steel Penn thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Zander Harland stepped up to the mic, saying 'Just don't know what happened. I had it. It was mine for the taking.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2018 |
#R1#
OSullivan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Steel Penn scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nice takedown defense from Steel Penn. No joy for OSullivan on that attempt.
OSullivan tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Steel Penn counters with a shoot takedown. OSullivan fights it but they end up in guard.
OSullivan wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn passes into half guard.
#REVB##SU#
Steel Penn decides to stand and escape the position.
Steel Penn cracks the inside of OSullivan's front leg. #T1#
OSullivan misses with a takedown attempt
and Steel Penn counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The Steel Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Enda OSullivan.
Steel Penn lands a nice leg kick that just misses OSullivan's sensitive parts.
OSullivan tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
OSullivan wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn passes into half guard.
#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
It looks like Steel Penn is going to stand back up.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SU#
Steel Penn gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
OSullivan shoots and misses
and Steel Penn counters with a slapping leg kick.
OSullivan looks winded!
BOOM! Steel Penn lands a beautiful left hook that drops OSullivan. OSullivan tries to recover but Steel Penn is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and OSullivan lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Steel Penn!
Our winner, The Steel Penn, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
OSullivan scores with a takedown into Steel Penn's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steel Penn is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Steel Penn stands and throws OSullivan's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Steel Penn has hold of OSullivan's arm. He's looking for a kimura. OSullivan seems comfortable defending it but Steel Penn has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! OSullivan is real pain and he's forced to tap out! OSullivan is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Steel Penn couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). The Steel Penn!
During a confident post fight interview, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Feb 22, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Masa Wasa (ranked 2474 p4p, 266 weight class) and The Steel Penn (ranked 4516 p4p, 0 weight class). Wasa comes to the cage accompanied by Welcome To The Jungle. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Masa Wasa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Paul Tew and Chris Edwards.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Wasa scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wasa (2) vs (0) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is staying active underneath Wasa, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Steel Penn holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Wasa wants to pass to mount but Steel Penn is defending the position.
Wasa is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Steel Penn is controlling Wasa's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Wasa stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wasa trying to pass the guard but Steel Penn defending well.
Wasa passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (5) vs (0) Steel Penn
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wasa is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn tries to buck Wasa off but Wasa is having none of it.
Wasa is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wasa will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Steel Penn manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to maintain the position but Wasa is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel Penn wants to improve his position but Wasa is controlling well.
Steel Penn won't allow Wasa to pass to mount.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Wasa wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to maintain the position but Wasa is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel Penn won't allow Wasa to pass to mount.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Wasa has control of the leg.
Steel Penn is trying to control but can't.
Steel Penn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wasa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wasa tries to pass to full mount but Steel Penn defends it.
Steel Penn gets back to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steel Penn is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasa (5) vs (2) Steel Penn
Wasa wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.
Steel Penn is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Wasa keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wasa swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wasa wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Steel Penn is now in half guard.
Wasa wants to improve his position but Steel Penn is controlling well.
Steel Penn wants to free his trapped foot but Wasa is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Steel Penn trying to advance position but Wasa counters by regaining guard.
Steel Penn advances to half guard.
Steel Penn 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.
Wasa gets full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wasa swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel Penn trying to control but Wasa is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Wasa is keeping the position.
Wasa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steel Penn is aware though and is defending well.
Wasa looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wasa keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (5) vs (5) Steel Penn
Wasa is being controlled here.
Steel Penn tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Steel Penn has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Steel Penn working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Steel Penn swings around for an armbar but Wasa sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Steel Penn's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasa (7) vs (5) Steel Penn
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Wasa tries to pass.
Steel Penn working for submissions but it's allowed Wasa to get to half guard.
Wasa trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Wasa is controlling the pace.
Wasa is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Wasa is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wasa wants to pass to mount but Steel Penn is defending the position.
Steel Penn is doing well to control the position and prevent Wasa from advancing to side control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Steel Penn manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Wasa advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (10) vs (5) Steel Penn
Steel Penn tries to improve position but can't.
Wasa thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Steel Penn can't do much from the bottom here.
Wasa wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping him busy.
Steel Penn prevents Wasa from improving position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to half guard.
Wasa wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping him busy.
Steel Penn tries to bench press Wasa off him but Wasa keeps the position.
Steel Penn is trying to control Wasa's posture but Wasa avoids it.
Wasa works to advance to full mount. Steel Penn defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Wasa (12) vs (5) Steel Penn
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to control but Wasa is having none of it.
Wasa controlling the position easily from mount.
Steel Penn is looking to get to half guard.
Wasa avoids the attempt from Steel Penn to control.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position but Wasa isn't that keen on the idea.
Steel Penn is trying to reverse the position but instead Wasa has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Wasa (15) vs (5) Steel Penn
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control the hands but Wasa won't let him.
Steel Penn is trying to break free.
What can Steel Penn do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Steel Penn fending off the submission attempt from Wasa.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wasa is hanging on to Steel Penn's back as he tries to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wasa takes the fight on points by 15 to 5.
Masa Wasa is the new featherweight champion!
After winning the bout, Masa Wasa thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, The Steel Penn stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Feb 21, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jolly Leg Byrd (ranked 58 p4p, 12 weight class) and The Steel Penn (ranked 4504 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Jolly Leg Byrd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Paul Tew and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Byrd clinches with his opponent.
Byrd pulls Steel Penn into guard.
Byrd controlling Steel Penn's posture.
Steel Penn controls from within his opponent's guard.
Steel Penn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Byrd is keeping the position for now.
Steel Penn is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Byrd holds on and takes a little breather.
Byrd will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Steel Penn postures up.
Byrd has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Byrd is really struggling to control Steel Penn but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Byrd is adopting a defensive guard.
Byrd trying to control the position.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Byrd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Byrd keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass.
Byrd controlling Steel Penn's posture.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Byrd is keeping the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Byrd is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Byrd is adopting a defensive guard.
Steel Penn stopping the sweep attempt from Byrd.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Byrd's guard.
Steel Penn is pressing down on Byrd's thigh, looking to free his foot. Byrd is holding on for now.
Byrd wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping busy.
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Byrd defends the submission attempt.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but Byrd is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel Penn to get the leverage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Byrd is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Byrd makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Byrd.
Steel Penn trying to control but Byrd is working from the bottom.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Byrd is retaining full guard.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Byrd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Byrd has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Byrd trying to control the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Byrd keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Byrd seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Steel Penn showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Byrd is trying to control the position but Steel Penn postures up.
Steel Penn trying to control but Byrd is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Byrd is retaining full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Byrd has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Steel Penn has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Byrd (0) vs (3) Steel Penn
Byrd struggling a bit here.
Steel Penn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Byrd keeps working.
Byrd has one of Steel Penn's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Steel Penn tries for a kimura but Byrd is defending well.
Byrd struggling a bit here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Byrd prevents Steel Penn from improving position.
Byrd can't do much from the bottom here.
Byrd gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Byrd (0) vs (5) Steel Penn
Byrd is working to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn wants to take Byrd's back here but Byrd is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Byrd can't escape the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Byrd is looking to escape.
Byrd regains half guard.
Byrd tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.
Byrd is working hard here to advance position.
Byrd keeping hold of Steel Penn's head, controlling as best he can.
Byrd is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Byrd is trying to control but can't.
Byrd keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Byrd is defending well.
Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn controlling the pace.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Byrd is staying active underneath Steel Penn, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Byrd has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Steel Penn is working away from the top position though.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Byrd defends it well.
Steel Penn is working for a submission of some sort.
Steel Penn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Byrd desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Byrd works his way to full guard. Good work.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Byrd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn preventing the sweep.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Byrd seems keen to control Steel Penn's posture.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Byrd manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Byrd (2) vs (5) Steel Penn
Byrd wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Byrd is proving a slippery customer.
Byrd is stalling in the full guard.
Byrd trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn can't keep his opponent in guard - Byrd advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Byrd keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Byrd trying to mount his opponent but Steel Penn defends it.
Byrd works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Byrd (5) vs (5) Steel Penn
Steel Penn tries to reverse the position but Byrd maintains control.
Byrd wants to control the pace but Steel Penn is squirming around nicely.
Steel Penn is desperately trying to improve his position but Byrd has a good base and remains in mount.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Byrd controlling the pace for now.
Byrd seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Steel Penn for as long as he can get away with.
Steel Penn can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Byrd controlling the position easily from mount.
Byrd'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 fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Steel Penn gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Steel Penn wins on points by 6 to 5.
A very excited looking The Steel Penn made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Feb 20, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 4474 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 15806 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski has chosen Aids as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Paul Tew and Colin Fotheringham.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Putski shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Steel Penn manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Putski
Putski seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski is fighting to break Steel Penn's control of his arms but Steel Penn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn has his foot on Putski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Putski works his way back into a safe position though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking for a triangle here but Putski uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (5) Putski
Steel Penn tries to improve position but can't.
Putski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Putski tries to advance to mount but can't.
Putski wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping him busy.
Steel Penn prevents Putski from moving into mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to control Putski's posture but Putski avoids it.
Steel Penn prevents Putski from moving into mount.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel Penn struggling a bit here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steel Penn is looking to reverse the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries for a kimura but Steel Penn is defending well.
Putski goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Steel Penn has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Putski but great work by Steel Penn. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (5) Putski
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Putski will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski is trying to work for a sweep but Steel Penn has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (6) vs (5) Putski
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski is squirming around, avoiding Steel Penn's attempts to control the action.
Steel Penn fails to move to back control.
Steel Penn controlling from mount.
Putski keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Steel Penn prevents Putski from improving his position.
Putski is still trying to improve position.
Putski has a hand on Steel Penn's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Steel Penn takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (5) Putski
Putski prevents Steel Penn from taking his back.
Steel Penn looking to control but Putski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Putski is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Steel Penn is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Putski is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (12) vs (5) Putski
Steel Penn tightening his grip on Putski, looking for the choke.
Steel Penn looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Putski is controlling Steel Penn 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (12) vs (7) Putski
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Putski defends it easily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Putski passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (12) vs (10) Putski
Steel Penn regains half guard.
Steel Penn gets full guard.
Putski works a leg free and moves into half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Steel Penn manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Putski is looking to pass into half guard but Steel Penn pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Steel Penn is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (14) vs (10) Putski
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Steel Penn has gone for a leg lock! Putski slips out almost immediately though and dives into Steel Penn's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (14) vs (12) Putski
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to sweep here but Putski controlling him for the moment.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard.
Putski looking to sit in guard and control but Steel Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (16) vs (12) Putski
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Putski's guard.
Steel Penn wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Steel Penn is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Steel Penn is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Putski sees it coming and defends easily.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski wants to control but Steel Penn passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (19) vs (12) Putski
Putski is looking for a sweep.
Steel Penn tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Steel Penn has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Putski is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Putski tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Steel Penn wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Putski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to improve his position.
Steel Penn is trying to get an arm triangle but Putski is defending well.
Steel Penn thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski prevents Steel Penn from improving position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn takes the fight on points by 19 to 12.
After winning the bout, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Ivan Putski spoke after the fight, saying 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ra Rrz Be Nize (ranked 22363 p4p, 654 weight class) and The Steel Penn (ranked 4321 p4p, 0 weight class). Ra Rrz Be Nize had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Ra Rrz Be Nize! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Alec Ball and Yves DeLean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Be Nize fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Steel Penn to the ground. Be Nize is now in Steel Penn's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Be Nize (2) vs (0) Steel Penn
Be Nize passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Be Nize (5) vs (0) Steel Penn
Steel Penn tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn is looking to reverse the position.
Be Nize looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Be Nize is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Steel Penn has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Be Nize tries to advance to mount but Steel Penn instead regains half guard.
Be Nize trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn wants to control but Be Nize is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Be Nize trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn won't allow Be Nize to pass to mount.
Be Nize is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Steel Penn has managed to free his arm - good work.
Be Nize is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Be Nize is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Be Nize trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Be Nize is pressing down on Steel Penn's thigh, looking to free his foot. Steel Penn is holding on for now.
Steel Penn is positioning himself well to prevent Be Nize advancing to mount.
Steel Penn is pressing down on Be Nize's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel Penn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Be Nize wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Be Nize is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Steel Penn is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position but Be Nize postures up.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Be Nize tries to pass.
Be Nize content to stall in guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize passes Steel Penn's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Be Nize is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn trying to control from the bottom.
Be Nize uses his free foot to push down on Steel Penn's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Steel Penn. Score +3 for passing guard: Be Nize (8) vs (0) Steel Penn
Steel Penn sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Steel Penn wants to improve his position but Be Nize is controlling well.
Be Nize passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Be Nize (11) vs (0) Steel Penn
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn working to try and regain half guard.
Be Nize is looking to work his way around to Steel Penn's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Be Nize wants to control the pace but Steel Penn is squirming around nicely.
Be Nize wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Steel Penn reaches up and holds on to Be Nize to control the position.
Be Nize fails to take his opponent's back.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking to get to half guard.
Be Nize controlling from the full mount.
Be Nize prevents Steel Penn from getting the reversal.
Be Nize wants to control the pace but Steel Penn is squirming around nicely.
Steel Penn tries to hold on but Be Nize postures up.
Steel Penn looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Be Nize (14) vs (0) Steel Penn
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Be Nize.
Steel Penn is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Be Nize working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Be Nize doesn't have the hooks in and Steel Penn manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Be Nize (14) vs (2) Steel Penn
Steel Penn passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Be Nize (14) vs (5) Steel Penn
Steel Penn tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize is looking to reverse the position.
Steel Penn is trying to get an arm triangle but Be Nize is defending well.
Be Nize is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Steel Penn is keen to just control but Be Nize is a slippery customer.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is stalling here. Be Nize is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Steel Penn seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Be Nize has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Be Nize (18) vs (5) Steel Penn
Steel Penn tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Be Nize tries to advance to mount but can't.
Be Nize is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn is looking to regain half guard here but Be Nize keeps moving and retains side control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Be Nize wants to lay and pray for a moment but Steel Penn keeps working.
Be Nize taking a break here but Steel Penn is having none of it and regains half guard.
Be Nize is keen to just control but Steel Penn is a slippery customer.
Steel Penn has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Be Nize. Oh but Steel Penn has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Be Nize goes limp - he's gone! Steel Penn jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Steel Penn!
The Steel Penn thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 4314 p4p, 0 weight class) and Vinnie Vincent (ranked 3842 p4p, 377 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Vinnie Vincent!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vincent rushes Steel Penn and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Vincent wants the takedown. Steel Penn is fighting it off but Vincent persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Steel Penn's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Vincent
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel Penn being controlled here, momentarily.
Steel Penn is adopting a defensive guard.
Steel Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vincent doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vincent manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn working a defensive guard but Vincent passes into half guard.
Vincent not doing much here.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Steel Penn trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (5) Vincent
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn is trying to escape the mount but Vincent keeps good control and instead manages to take Steel Penn's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (0) vs (8) Vincent
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Vincent.
I really don't envy Steel Penn right now.
Good control from Vincent.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel Penn trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vincent doesn't have the hooks in and Steel Penn manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (8) Vincent
Steel Penn sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Vincent is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Vincent dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (10) Vincent
Steel Penn is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Vincent has his hands clasped together but Steel Penn extends and breaks Vincent's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Steel Penn.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Steel Penn!
A victorious The Steel Penn 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:
CEC 533
Date: Aug 09, 2017 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Cosades. Steel Penn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Caius Cosades seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Steel Penn slips a straight right by Cosades.
A jab from Cosades finds it's way through Steel Penn's defenses.
Cosades lands a lovely overhand right.
Cosades uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cosades misses with a series of wild punches.
Steel Penn looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Cosades is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cosades's corner calls for a 1-2. Cosades obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Cosades 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 Steel Penn has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Steel Penn and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Steel Penn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Cosades pushes Steel Penn away with a front kick.
Cosades takes a swing at Steel Penn's ribcage but misses.
Cosades scores with a jab to the jaw.
Cosades lands a nice hook to Steel Penn's body. Steel Penn takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Steel Penn takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cosades has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Cosades scores with a jab.
Cosades lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts.
Cosades fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Steel Penn checks it well.
Cosades throws a head kick but Steel Penn moves out of range.
A cross from Cosades lands.
Cosades looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Steel Penn throws a big counter combination but Cosades scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
A good leg kick by Cosades.
Cosades is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Steel Penn finds it's way through Cosades's defenses.
Cosades scores with a body shot.
Steel Penn blocks the body kick.
Cosades misses with a jab to the body
and Steel Penn counters with a three punch combo that has Cosades backing up. Cosades nods at Steel Penn to acknowledge the strikes.
Steel Penn has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Steel Penn stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cosades.
Cosades uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Steel Penn has time to react.
A swing and a miss from Cosades.
Steel Penn throws a big shot that misses.
Cosades swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Steel Penn blocks a head kick by Cosades.
#T3#
Cosades thows a leg kick but Steel Penn checks it
and Steel Penn counters with a body kick that stops Cosades in his tracks momentarily.
Cosades throws a leg kick
and Steel Penn counters with a straight right hand.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Cosades.
Cosades lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cosades lands a jab to the nose.
Cosades just misses with a punch to the body.
Steel Penn pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Steel Penn takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Cosades ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel Penn moves away.
Cosades misses with a looping left.
Cosades throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T4#
Steel Penn connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cosades lands a leg kick that knocks Steel Penn off balance momentarily.
Cosades tries to land a body kick
and Steel Penn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cosades dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Steel Penn. That did some damage!
Steel Penn fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cosades scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cosades wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Steel Penn has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Cosades.
Cosades lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Caius Cosades dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Cosades misses with a body kick.
Steel Penn tries a head kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cosades! But no joy.
Cosades looks for the body kick but Steel Penn saw that one coming.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Steel Penn might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Cosades misses with a leg kick
and Steel Penn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steel Penn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Cosades has time to react.
Steel Penn checks a low kick from Cosades.
Steel Penn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cosades ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel Penn moves away.
Steel Penn misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cosades misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Steel Penn misses the target.
Cosades thuds his shin into the meat of Steel Penn's side.#T1#
Cosades tries to work over Steel Penn's front leg with a kick but Steel Penn checks it.
It looked like Steel Penn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cosades tries to score with a low kick but Steel Penn moves his leg out of the way.
Cosades throws a leg kick but Steel Penn sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Steel Penn needs to keep his hands up - Cosades had a free shot at his head there.
Cosades ducks under a wild hook from Steel Penn.
Cosades has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cosades throws a nice looking combination but Steel Penn bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Steel Penn misses with a straight left.
Cosades thuds his shin into the meat of Steel Penn's side.
Steel Penn misses with a double jab.
Cosades appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cosades has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Steel Penn is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nice straight punches there by Cosades. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Cosades.
Cosades misses with a kick to the body.
#T2#
Cosades throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Steel Penn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cosades throws a right hand that misses
letting Steel Penn counter with a right hand.
Cosades thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steel Penn throws a combination. Cosades tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cosades lands with a nice combination. Steel Penn backs away looking to recover.
Cosades lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Cosades throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Steel Penn fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cosades throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Steel Penn tried to score with a low kick but Cosades checks it.
Good leg kick by Cosades there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Cosades misses with a kick to the body
enabling Steel Penn to counter with a crisp jab.
Cosades misses with a low kick as Steel Penn jumps back.
Steel Penn throwing a counter right hand but Cosades manages to avoid it.
Both fighters circling a little - Cosades finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Caius Cosades seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cosades throws a jab but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Cosades looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Steel Penn takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Steel Penn has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Cosades.
Cosades lands a nice looking body kick.#T4#
Steel Penn takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Steel Penn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Cosades tries a quick counter leg kick but Steel Penn is wise to it.
Cosades throws a leg kick that is checked
and Steel Penn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cosades misses with a few strikes there.
Steel Penn tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Cosades is able to avoid easily.
Cosades misses with a body shot.
Steel Penn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cosades connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cosades 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.
Steel Penn misses with a wild body shot.
Cosades misses with a low kick as Steel Penn jumps back.
Steel Penn checks the leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Caius Cosades showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Cosades fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Steel Penn.
Cosades misses with a body kick.
Cosades scores with a push kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cosades on the side of the head.
Steel Penn sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Steel Penn throws a shot from downtown. Cosades moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Steel Penn has his takedown stuffed
and Cosades counters with a straight right hand.
Cosades throws a front kick aimed at Steel Penn's knee but Steel Penn avoids it well. #T1#
Cosades feints and then cracks Steel Penn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Steel Penn down.
Caius Cosades is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steel Penn changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cosades tries to avoid it but Steel Penn manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cosades to the ground. Cosades escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A nice side step and Cosades releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cosades keeps Steel Penn at a distance using the push kick.
Cosades lands with a thumping leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cosades.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Cosades avoids it easily.
Nice body punch from Cosades.
Cosades cracks the inside of Steel Penn's front leg.
The Steel Penn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cosades lands the left hand.
Cosades misses with a lunging right hand
and Steel Penn counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Steel Penn walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cosades wants to slow Steel Penn down by chopping away at his legs.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Cosades avoids it easily.
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!
A head kick by Cosades misses
and Steel Penn counters with a nice uppercut.
Cosades thumps Steel Penn with a low kick.
The Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cosades as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cosades scoring well with a low kick there.
Cosades throws a front kick aimed at Steel Penn's knee but Steel Penn avoids it well.
Cosades fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cosades throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T3#
Cosades connects with the punch.
Steel Penn looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Steel Penn with a jab.
Steel Penn tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Cosades misses.
Steel Penn lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cosades circles away quickly and effectively.
Steel Penn misses with a series of wild punches.
A nice side step and Cosades releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Caius Cosades is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cosades.
Cosades 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.
Cosades lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts. #T4#
Cosades throws a leg kick that misses.
As Cosades looks to move away, Steel Penn throws a big counter combo but Cosades just gets out of the way.
Steel Penn tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cosades defends well and Steel Penn ends up having to push Cosades into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cosades connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cosades tries to land a leg kick but Steel Penn saw it coming and moves away.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Cosades, right into the meat.
Cosades throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Steel Penn takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cosades connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Cosades connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Cosades.
And that's the end of the fight!
Caius Cosades comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cosades 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Caius Cosades!
Caius Cosades seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The Steel Penn spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
CEC 521
Date: Jun 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Steel Penn. Those never looked like landing.
Steel Penn works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Steel Penn connects with a single shot there.
Hughes staying out of range there.
Hughes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Steel Penn defends it well.
Good work by Steel Penn as he checks the leg kick.
Steel Penn thinks about countering with a head kick.
Hughes moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hughes scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hughes throws a left and a right that both miss
and Steel Penn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Hughes blocks a head kick by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn swinging wildly here.
Steel Penn throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD2#
Hughes closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Steel Penn to the mat! Steel Penn manages to get full guard.
Hughes is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Steel Penn has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Steel Penn working for submissions but it's allowed Hughes to get to half guard.
#T2#
Hughes prevents Steel Penn from improving his position.
Steel Penn is trying to maintain the position but Hughes is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel Penn makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Steel Penn.
Hughes wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hughes being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Hughes is sitting in close to Steel Penn's body. Steel Penn has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Hughes is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Hughes is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Steel Penn.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Steel Penn!
The Steel Penn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
T184
Date: Apr 09, 2017 |
#R1#
Steel Penn lands with a right hand.
Nikitin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nikitin misses with a jab to the body
and Steel Penn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nikitin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Steel Penn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
It seemed like Steel Penn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Steel Penn avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nikitin lands with a nice body punch.
Nikitin tests Steel Penn's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nikitin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nikitin misses with a hook. Steel Penn ducked under it nicely.
Nikitin connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steel Penn staying out of range there.
Nikitin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nikitin misses with a hook. Steel Penn ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Nikitin with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Steel Penn to score with a decent uppercut.
Steel Penn lands with a nice combination. Nikitin backs away looking to recover.
Steel Penn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nikitin.
Nikitin throws a body shot but no joy.
Nikitin misses with a hook
and Nikitin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nikitin throws a hook but Steel Penn avoids it easily.
Nikitin works Steel Penn's body with a nice hook.
Nikitin blocks a head kick by Steel Penn.
Nikitin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Steel Penn tries to move into range but Nikitin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nikitin as he avoids it easily.
Nikitin misses with a low kick.
Steel Penn throws out a counter right but Nikitin avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Steel Penn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nikitin misses with a body shot
and Steel Penn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A punch lands to the side of Steel Penn 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Steel Penn slips under a jab.
Nikitin scores with a three punch combo!
Steel Penn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nikitin.
Steel Penn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nikitin cracks Steel Penn with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nikitin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nikitin takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Steel Penn lands a nice shot that snaps Nikitin's head back.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A jab from Nikitin misses.
Steel Penn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alexandr Nikitin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Nikitin jabs Steel Penn to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Steel Penn tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nikitin misses with a wild body shot.
Steel Penn replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Nikitin blocks it well.
Nikitin darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nikitin lands with a shot to the body.
Nikitin lands with a shot to the body.
Steel Penn looks to land a combination but Nikitin avoids it well.
Nikitin misses with a straight left.
Steel Penn throws out a counter right but Nikitin avoids it with no problem.
Nikitin throws a hook but Steel Penn blocks it.
Steel Penn throws a counter combo.
Nikitin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Steel Penn throws a counter combo.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nikitin, as that shot connected.
#T4#
Nikitin fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Steel Penn has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Steel Penn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nikitin.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steel Penn! But no joy.
A clash of legs there as Steel Penn blocks the low kick.
Steel Penn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nikitin 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.
Nikitin scores with a jab to the body.
No luck for Steel Penn with that takedown attempt.
Nikitin throws a nice looking combination but Steel Penn bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Steel Penn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Steel Penn connects with the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nikitin lands a jab-cross combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Nikitin dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nikitin throws a hook to the side of Steel Penn's head but Steel Penn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alexandr Nikitin is winning the standup battle so far.
Nikitin swings for the body but Steel Penn moves out of range.
Steel Penn ducks under a wild hook from Nikitin.
Nikitin misses with an uppercut. Steel Penn saw that one coming.
The Steel Penn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Steel Penn takes one to the side of the head.
Steel Penn bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nikitin's head backwards.
Steel Penn throws a lazy right hand but Nikitin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn walks into a left hand.
Steel Penn darts in looking for a takedown but Nikitin gets double underhooks and turns Steel Penn into the cage.
Steel Penn lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Nikitin.#T1#
Nikitin throws a body shot but no joy.
Despite the aggression on Steel Penn's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Steel Penn might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Nikitin has got the better of the exchanges.
Nikitin with a nice cross.
No joy there for Steel Penn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Nikitin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nikitin connects with a right hand. Steel Penn shakes it off.
Steel Penn with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nikitin to score with a decent uppercut.
Nikitin misses the jab.
Steel Penn feints a jab promting Nikitin to slip. Steel Penn then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Nikitin slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Nikitin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel Penn can do to turn this around?
Steel Penn listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Steel Penn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steel Penn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nikitin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Steel Penn.#T2#
Nikitin lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses.
A cross from Nikitin lands.
A punch combination from Nikitin misses.
Steel Penn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nikitin misses with a hook. Steel Penn ducked under it nicely.
Nikitin getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nikitin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Steel Penn on the side of the head.
Alexandr Nikitin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nikitin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice jab there from Nikitin.
Steel Penn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T3#
A big right from Nikitin misses.
Nikitin looks to land a left hand but Steel Penn moved out of range nicely.
Nikitin scores with a jab.
Nice jab there from Nikitin.
Nikitin throws a lazy right hand but Steel Penn sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steel Penn! But no joy.
Steel Penn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nikitin.
Steel Penn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Steel Penn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nikitin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Steel Penn.
Steel Penn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nikitin falls off balance throwing a combination
and Steel Penn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Steel Penn looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Nikitin defends the submission attempt.
Nikitin trying to hold on to Steel Penn's head to control him but Steel Penn postures up.
Nikitin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steel Penn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steel Penn's back!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steel Penn trying to control the hands but Nikitin breaks the grip. #SUB#
Nikitin is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Steel Penn knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Steel Penn for a finish.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Nikitin just sinks the hooks in.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Nikitin dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nikitin slips a jab and a cross from Steel Penn.
Nikitin is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Steel Penn blocks a jab.
Steel Penn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nikitin finds it's way round the side to connect with Steel Penn's head.
Nikitin connects with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn misses with a hook.
It looked like Nikitin was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Steel Penn.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Steel Penn takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nikitin smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nikitin throws a looping overhand right but Steel Penn ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikitin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nikitin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Steel Penn.
Nikitin throws a jab when Steel Penn was well out of range.
Steel Penn unleashes a big counter combination but Nikitin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nikitin throws a jab but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T1#
Steel Penn defending well as Nikitin loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Steel Penn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Steel Penn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nikitin.
A jab from Nikitin finds it's way through Steel Penn's defenses.
Nikitin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big left from Nikitin misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steel Penn! But no joy.
Nikitin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
Nikitin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Steel Penn defending well as Nikitin loads up on a big left hand.
Steel Penn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Nikitin backs off Steel Penn throws a huge counter combo but Nikitin manages to avoid it all.
Nikitin getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2#
Nikitin cracks Steel Penn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nikitin thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Steel Penn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nikitin scores with a decent looking hook.
Steel Penn jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Steel Penn takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nikitin moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Steel Penn connects with a jab.
Alexandr Nikitin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A punch combination from Steel Penn misses.
Nikitin 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.
Nikitin scores with a hook.#T3#
Steel Penn with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nikitin to score with a decent uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Steel Penn.
A telegraphed right hand from Nikitin misses the target.
Steel Penn throws out a counter right but Nikitin avoids it with no problem.
Steel Penn blocks a jab.
Nikitin misses with a wild body shot.
Nikitin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Steel Penn counters with a nice uppercut.
Steel Penn slips a jab from Nikitin.
Nikitin missing with a left hand there. Steel Penn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nikitin looks for the body kick but Steel Penn saw that one coming.
Steel Penn is looking for the big counter here.
Nikitin missing with a left hand there. Steel Penn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nikitin on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nikitin.
Steel Penn is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Steel Penn lunges at Nikitin with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nikitin's hand.
Steel Penn moves out of range of the strikes.
Steel Penn moves away from the strike by Nikitin.
Steel Penn lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Steel Penn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nikitin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Steel Penn throws a jab but it's blocked by Nikitin.
Nikitin misses with a two punch combination.
Steel Penn lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nikitin looks to land a left hand but Steel Penn moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Steel Penn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nikitin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel Penn moves away.
It seemed like Steel Penn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Nikitin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nikitin, 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Nikitin!
Alexandr Nikitin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated The Steel Penn had this to say: 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
T183: Carr vs Blazer
Date: Apr 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Lannister misses with a wild body shot.
Lannister throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Steel Penn.
Lannister looks to score with a jab to the body but Steel Penn is just out of range.
Steel Penn was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lannister swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Steel Penn gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lannister.
Lannister dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lannister has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Aspire Fitness in the buildup to the fight.
Lannister walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Steel Penn checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lannister sets himself, and Steel Penn steps forward looking for the clinch! Lannister avoids it this time.
Lannister shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Steel Penn as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lannister fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Steel Penn.
Lannister misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lannister cracks the inside of Steel Penn's front leg.
Lannister just misses with a punch to the body.
Steel Penn with the counter takedown but Lannister avoids it easily.#T1#
Lannister looks to score with a jab to the body but Steel Penn is just out of range.
Steel Penn feints a counter leg kick.
Lannister scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lannister scoring well with a low kick there.
Some bone on bone action there as Lannister checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lannister throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Steel Penn feints the counter takedown.
A solid body kick from Lannister.
Crunch! Lannister slams his shin into Steel Penn's torso.
Lannister lands a jab.
Lannister is looking to clinch.
Steel Penn changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A swing and a miss from Steel Penn.
Lannister feinted there with a counter leg kick.
No joy there for Steel Penn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T2#
Lannister goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lannister is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Lannister lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lannister. Steel Penn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lannister misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Steel Penn.
Lannister fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
Steel Penn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Steel Penn with the counter takedown but Lannister avoids it easily.
Lannister scores with a hook to the body. Steel Penn takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lannister looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lannister has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Lannister fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
Tyrion Lannister seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lannister goes for a double leg but Steel Penn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Steel Penn continues to drive forward.
Steel Penn takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Steel Penn is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T3#
Lannister throws a right and a left that Steel Penn avoids nicely.
Steel Penn buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lannister connects with a solid leg kick.
Lannister tries a low kick but Steel Penn avoids it.
Lannister sets himself, and Steel Penn steps forward looking for the clinch! Lannister avoids it this time.
Lannister lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD#
Lannister bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Steel Penn is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Lannister looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lannister's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Lannister will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Lannister missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lannister lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Lannister has control of the leg.
Lannister thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Steel Penn's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lannister lands strikes from half guard.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lannister connects with a nice short shot to Steel Penn's temple.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn controlling the position well.
Lannister landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyrion Lannister 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#
Lannister throws a push kick but Steel Penn slaps the foot to one side.
Lannister just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrion Lannister is winning the standup battle so far.
Steel Penn avoids the body shot from Lannister.
Steel Penn wants to counter with a clinch but Lannister pushes him away.
Lannister bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Lannister misses the target.
Lannister waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Steel Penn.
Lannister throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steel Penn changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lannister walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Steel Penn checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Steel Penn throws a counter combo.
Lannister scores with a shot to the body.
Lannister swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steel Penn! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lannister lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts. #CL#
Lannister pushes Steel Penn up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Steel Penn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lannister connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
A big right from Lannister misses.
Steel Penn avoids the body shot from Lannister.
Lannister throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a single leg into guard. Lannister didn't expect that.
Steel Penn controlling from the top position.
Lannister keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Lannister is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lannister has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Steel Penn 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 Lannister.
Lannister is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel Penn can do to turn this around?#T2##SUB2#
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lannister is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Steel Penn trying to control the position but Lannister is working away. #SUB2#
Steel Penn is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Lannister looks calm but he's in trouble here. Steel Penn gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Lannister is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Steel Penn lets go of the hold and Lannister can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). The Steel Penn!
After winning the bout, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Tyrion Lannister had this to say: 'Today I lose but understand this good people, this is a debt to myself and a Lannister always pay's his debts. Ill be back.'.
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Event:
TWGC 15 (155lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 05, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken and The Steel Penn. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Holzken showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Steel Penn
Holzken seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Steel Penn won't allow it.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Steel Penn defends it.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Steel Penn gets full guard.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Steel Penn is not content to let Holzken control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Steel Penn defends it.
Steel Penn desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Holzken wants to free his trapped foot but Steel Penn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Steel Penn
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Steel Penn is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken trying to control but Steel Penn is having none of it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Holzken has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Holzken prevents Steel Penn from getting the reversal.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
Holzken controlling the pace.
Steel Penn is pressing down on Holzken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Steel Penn pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Steel Penn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is fighting to break Steel Penn's control of his arms but Steel Penn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
Steel Penn has control of Holzken's left arm, preventing Holzken from doing any damage.
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holzken is one step ahead there.
Holzken is pushing down on Steel Penn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Steel Penn is fighting to maintain full guard but Holzken has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Steel Penn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Well, if Holzken 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.
Steel Penn wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Holzken is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Steel Penn! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (0) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (11) vs (0) Steel Penn
Holzken is looking to control Steel Penn but Steel Penn is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Steel Penn trying to control the hands but Holzken breaks the grip.
You can see the frustration on Steel Penn's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Holzken not allowing Steel Penn to control his hands.
Holzken trying to control momentarily.
Steel Penn is really stuck here.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn staying busy and making it hard for Holzken to control.
What can Steel Penn do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Holzken keeps control of the position as Steel Penn tries to break free.
Holzken controlling the position well here. Steel Penn rolled but Holzken kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Steel Penn prevents Holzken from getting a body triangle.
Steel Penn rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Steel Penn won't allow it.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Steel Penn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken is taking a breather. Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn is trying to control but can't.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Steel Penn won't allow Holzken to pass to mount.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
In his post fight interview, Rodney Holzken started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated The Steel Penn had this to say: 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 15 (155lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kazuka Fuujin and The Steel Penn. Fuujin comes to the cage accompanied by his shirt says "bout to smack the stepchild out you". Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 8 losses; Kazuka Fuujin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Fuujin shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Steel Penn napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Fuujin (4) vs (0) Steel Penn
You can see the frustration on Steel Penn's face as Fuujin controls the position.
Fuujin tries to advance to mount but can't.
Steel Penn is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Fuujin off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Fuujin (4) vs (4) Steel Penn
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn is riding his opponent, not letting Fuujin buck him off.
My spies in ICON TOP TEAM inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Fuujin tries to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fuujin rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Steel Penn wants to free his trapped foot but Fuujin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Steel Penn takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fuujin gets full guard.
Fuujin has his foot on Steel Penn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Steel Penn works his way back into a safe position though.
Steel Penn engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Let's hope that Steel Penn has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Steel Penn passes Fuujin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Steel Penn trying to control from half guard but Fuujin is working away.
Fuujin wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fuujin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn slows the pace down in half guard.
Steel Penn passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Fuujin (4) vs (7) Steel Penn
Fuujin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Steel Penn controlling from mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steel Penn seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Fuujin is holding on tight.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn controlling his opponent.
Fuujin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Steel Penn trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Fuujin wants to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn controlling from the full mount.
Steel Penn trying to control but Fuujin is having none of it.
Steel Penn controlling the pace for now.
Steel Penn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Fuujin is looking to escape.
Fuujin wants to control but Steel Penn is having none of it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn controlling the pace for now.
Fuujin is trying desperately to improve position.
Fuujin is working hard here to advance position.
Steel Penn tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fuujin can't escape the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but Fuujin is having none of it.
Steel Penn wants to control but instead Fuujin manages to regain half guard.
Steel Penn is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Steel Penn uses his free foot to push down on Fuujin's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Fuujin. Score +3 for passing guard: Fuujin (4) vs (10) Steel Penn
Fuujin is desperately trying to improve his position but Steel Penn has a good base and remains in mount.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Steel Penn takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Steel Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Fuujin is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Fuujin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Fuujin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is keen to just control but Fuujin is a slippery customer.
Fuujin is looking for a sweep. Steel Penn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Steel Penn trying to control the pace.
Steel Penn's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Fuujin wants to get back to full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Steel Penn seems content to control.
Fuujin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Steel Penn is stalling in the full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin is looking for a triangle but Steel Penn pushes his legs off easily.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Fuujin keeps moving.
Steel Penn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Fuujin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steel Penn defends it easily.
Fuujin looking for a guillotine here but Steel Penn defends easily.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fuujin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel Penn trying to control but Fuujin is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuujin (6) vs (10) Steel Penn
Fuujin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Fuujin is looking to stall here but Steel Penn recovers full guard.
Fuujin wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to hit a switch here but Fuujin passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Steel Penn there! Score +3 for passing guard: Fuujin (9) vs (10) Steel Penn
Steel Penn wants to hold on but Fuujin pushes him away.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fuujin controlling the position easily from mount.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is desperately trying to improve his position but Fuujin has a good base and remains in mount.
Fuujin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Steel Penn is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fuujin controlling from the full mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn wins on points by 10 to 9.
After winning the bout, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SP vs The World
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Steel Penn.
You can see the frustration on Torres's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Torres being controlled for a moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Torres stops Steel Penn from passing to mount. #SUB#
Torres is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Steel Penn's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Steel Penn! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Torres has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). The Steel Penn!
A very excited looking The Steel Penn made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn and Willy Wonka. Wonka has chosen Mr Rotten Treats - Insane Clown Posse as his entrance music. Willy Wonka has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Willy Wonka!
The judges for this bout are Sergei Dronov, Igor Prikhodko and Konstantin Menshow.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Steel Penn is fighting off a takedown attempt but Wonka is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Steel Penn to the mat. Steel Penn regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Wonka
Wonka must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Steel Penn has control of Wonka's left arm, preventing Wonka from doing any damage.
Wonka trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Wonka wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Wonka drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Steel Penn dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (2) Wonka
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Steel Penn'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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wonka is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steel Penn is aware though and is defending well.
Steel Penn postures up.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wonka swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wonka working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Steel Penn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Steel Penn manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Steel Penn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Wonka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Wonka looking for a sweep. Not yet Wonka, not yet.
Steel Penn sitting in guard here, content to control.
Steel Penn preventing the sweep.
Wonka is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Steel Penn rolls with it to try and escape but Wonka cranks on the arm and Steel Penn is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Willy Wonka!
In his post fight interview, Willy Wonka gave a big smile as he said 'It's time for me to walk away from this sport. I'm glad to have got this win and been able to walk away with a W. Not too many guys get that chance. And one last thing, Suck My Dick Lik!'.
The Steel Penn was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
SPI - 4
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Sorokov takes a swing at Steel Penn's ribcage but misses.
Steel Penn with a nice cross.
Sorokov lunges at Steel Penn with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Steel Penn's hand.
Steel Penn moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Sorokov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Steel Penn has time to react.
Sorokov misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Sorokov moves into range and clinches up with Steel Penn.
Sorokov goes for a takedown attempt but Steel Penn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jab by Sorokov.
Sorokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steel Penn misses with a jab to the body
enabling Sorokov to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Steel Penn takes a swing at Sorokov's ribcage but misses.
Sorokov misses with a straight right.
Steel Penn drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sorokov sprawls and moves away.
Steel Penn with a poor takedown
and Sorokov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sorokov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Sorokov fails to land with a series of punches.
Steel Penn half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sorokov throws out a loose jab but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sorokov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Steel Penn avoids it really well and circles away.
Steel Penn lands a right hook to the body.
#TD#
Steel Penn fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sorokov to the ground. Steel Penn is now in Sorokov's guard.
Sorokov trying to control the position.
#T2#
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Sorokov is retaining full guard.
Sorokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Sorokov, not yet.
Steel Penn pushes down on Sorokov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Steel Penn works his way into full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sorokov is controlling an arm, preventing Steel Penn from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Steel Penn tries to control but Sorokov wriggling away. #T3#
Steel Penn is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sorokov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Sorokov looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Steel Penn working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Steel Penn has the hooks in. Sorokov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Steel Penn struggling to keep hold of the position.
Steel Penn has the hooks in. Sorokov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Will Steel Penn go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Steel Penn looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Sorokov is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Steel Penn gets his way!
Steel Penn controlling well, preventing Sorokov from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Steel Penn has one arm under Sorokov 's neck. Sorokov is controlling the other arm well. He's just looking to survive right now. Steel Penn manages to get his arm free though and Sorokov is in a world of trouble! Steel Penn sinks in the hooks and squeezes! Sorokov turns purple and then goes limp. The referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). The Steel Penn!
During a confident post fight interview, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 09, 2016 |
#R1#
OCasey closes the distance and clinches up with Steel Penn, looking for a takedown. OCasey pushes Steel Penn against the cage but Steel Penn circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
OCasey shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sean OCasey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
OCasey doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Steel Penn decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in OCasey's guard.
The Steel Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sean OCasey.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn stands and throws OCasey's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Steel Penn has hold of OCasey's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! OCasey tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Steel Penn cranks the arm and OCasey screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from OCasey, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). The Steel Penn!
The Steel Penn 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: Aug 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Steel Penn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dedal.
Dedal throws a combination. Steel Penn tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Iker Dedal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dedal.
Steel Penn now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dedal throws a left and a right that both miss
and Steel Penn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steel Penn moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#TD2#
Steel Penn is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dedal's half guard.
Dedal is looking to get back to is feet but Steel Penn passes into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Steel Penn wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dedal, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Steel Penn thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dedal seems a little lost for a moment, as Steel Penn dominates the positioning.#T1##SUB2#
Steel Penn working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Steel Penn wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dedal, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Steel Penn thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2##SUB2#
Steel Penn wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dedal, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Steel Penn has hold of Dedal's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Dedal seems comfortable defending it but Steel Penn has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Dedal is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Dedal is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Steel Penn couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). The Steel Penn!
A relieved looking The Steel Penn thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn and Ben Henley. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Ben Henley!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Columbo Gatti and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Henley clinches with his opponent.
Henley pulls Steel Penn into guard.
Henley keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass.
Steel Penn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Steel Penn trying to control but Henley is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Henley escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Steel Penn gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henley keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Henley bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Steel Penn's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Henley
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Henley is proving a slippery customer.
Henley slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (5) Henley
Henley wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping him busy.
Steel Penn is trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Steel Penn is working hard here to advance position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Steel Penn's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Henley is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Henley is trying to get an arm triangle but Steel Penn is defending well.
Henley looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Steel Penn sneaks back into half guard.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Henley has control of the leg.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Henley is controlling the pace.
Henley wants to lay and pray for a moment but Steel Penn keeps working.
Steel Penn tries to roll over but Henley keeps him under control.
Henley is thwarting Steel Penn's attempts to control the position.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Henley has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn moves into full guard.
Henley trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Henley thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Henley 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.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel Penn controlling Henley's posture.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Henley is proving a slippery customer.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Henley from controlling successfully.
Henley drops back looking for a leg! Steel Penn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Steel Penn manages to kick Henley off! Henley jumps back into Steel Penn's guard.
Steel Penn is trying to keep Henley in close.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Henley from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn is pulling down on Henley's head. It's preventing any offense from Henley, at least for the moment.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Henley is proving a slippery customer.
Henley looking to pass the guard.
Henley sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Steel Penn's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn is concentrating on defense, preventing Henley from advancing position.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to full guard.
Henley passes into side control, despite Steel Penn's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (8) Henley
Henley tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Henley swings around for an armbar but Steel Penn sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Henley's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (8) Henley
Henley is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Henley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Henley seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Henley's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Henley keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Henley controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Henley escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Steel Penn gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Henley throws his legs up looking for a submission but Steel Penn uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (5) vs (8) Henley
Henley tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Steel Penn presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (7) vs (8) Henley
Steel Penn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Henley is looking to escape.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Henley wants to control but Steel Penn is having none of it.
Henley tries to reverse the position but Steel Penn maintains control.
Steel Penn is looking to work his way around to Henley's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Henley is squirming around, avoiding Steel Penn's attempts to control the action.
Steel Penn swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Henley is now in Steel Penn's guard. A big mistake from Steel Penn there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (7) vs (10) Henley
Steel Penn has control of Henley's left arm, preventing Henley from doing any damage.
Henley wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Henley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Henley from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Henley wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
Steel Penn 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.
Henley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn 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.
Henley drops back looking for a leg! Steel Penn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Steel Penn manages to kick Henley off! Henley jumps back into Steel Penn's guard.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Henley from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn trying to control the position.
Henley preventing the sweep.
Henley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Henley trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn can't keep his opponent in guard - Henley advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Henley is trying to control the action in half guard but Steel Penn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Henley is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Steel Penn has managed to free his arm - good work.
Henley is taking a breather. Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn works his way to full guard. Good work.
Henley trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Henley wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Henley drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Steel Penn dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (10) Henley
Henley controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Henley throws his legs up looking for a submission but Steel Penn uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (12) vs (10) Henley
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Henley is looking for a sweep.
Henley is trying to control Steel Penn's posture but Steel Penn avoids it.
Steel Penn tries to move to mount but Henley blocks the move with his legs.
Henley struggling a bit here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Henley is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Henley is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Steel Penn off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (12) vs (14) Henley
And that's the end of the fight!
Henley wins on points by 14 to 12.
Ben Henley took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Milwaukee's Best 160 for their support in the buildup to the fight.
The Steel Penn was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 15, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn and Venum Tree Knee Dad. Tree Knee Dad has chosen Not Falling by Mudvayne as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Venum Tree Knee Dad!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Yukihiro Shimada.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tree Knee Dad manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Steel Penn on his heels. He'll look to pass Steel Penn's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Tree Knee Dad
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Steel Penn holds on and takes a little breather.
Tree Knee Dad pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
Steel Penn seems keen to control Tree Knee Dad's posture.
Steel Penn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tree Knee Dad's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (2) Tree Knee Dad
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tree Knee Dad keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tree Knee Dad is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (4) Tree Knee Dad
Tree Knee Dad trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Steel Penn manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (4) Tree Knee Dad
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tree Knee Dad looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad looking for a sweep. Not yet Tree Knee Dad, not yet.
Tree Knee Dad keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Tree Knee Dad can't keep his opponent in guard - Steel Penn advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Steel Penn seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tree Knee Dad does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tree Knee Dad is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tree Knee Dad manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tree Knee Dad looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn passes into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to work for an arm triangle but Tree Knee Dad is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but Tree Knee Dad defends the submission attempt.
Steel Penn wants to take a breather but Tree Knee Dad is having none of it.
Tree Knee Dad looking for submissions off his back.
Tree Knee Dad tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.
Steel Penn is trying to control the action in half guard but Tree Knee Dad is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tree Knee Dad tries to roll over but Steel Penn keeps him under control.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad gets back to full guard.
Tree Knee Dad trying to keep a closed guard but Steel Penn is proving a slippery customer.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Tree Knee Dad is keeping the position.
Tree Knee Dad bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Steel Penn's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (6) Tree Knee Dad
Tree Knee Dad works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tree Knee Dad is thwarting Steel Penn's attempts to control the position.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad is looking for a kimura but Steel Penn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tree Knee Dad to get the leverage.
Tree Knee Dad looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Steel Penn is controlling Tree Knee Dad's trapped leg to prevent Tree Knee Dad from advancing to side control.
Tree Knee Dad is stalling here. Steel Penn is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Tree Knee Dad seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Steel Penn has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (8) vs (6) Tree Knee Dad
Steel Penn taking a break here but Tree Knee Dad is having none of it and regains half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn moves into full mount! Tree Knee Dad won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (11) vs (6) Tree Knee Dad
Tree Knee Dad defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Steel Penn.
Tree Knee Dad is wriggling around trying to escape.
Steel Penn wants to control the pace but Tree Knee Dad is squirming around nicely.
Steel Penn is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Tree Knee Dad has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Tree Knee Dad tries to improve his position but instead Steel Penn has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (14) vs (6) Tree Knee Dad
That's six minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Tree Knee Dad's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Tree Knee Dad keeps trying to improve his position.
Steel Penn has one arm under Tree Knee Dad 's neck. Tree Knee Dad is controlling the other arm well. He's just looking to survive right now. Steel Penn manages to get his arm free though and Tree Knee Dad is in a world of trouble! Steel Penn sinks in the hooks and squeezes! Tree Knee Dad turns purple and then goes limp. The referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). The Steel Penn!
The Steel Penn 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:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 14, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kazuka Fuujin and The Steel Penn. Fuujin's entrance music is GAMBLER. A fine choice. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 5 losses; Kazuka Fuujin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Yukihiro Shimada.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fuujin (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Fuujin tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.
My spies in The Good the Bad and The Ugly inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Fuujin (0) vs (5) Steel Penn
Fuujin is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Steel Penn locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Fuujin is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Steel Penn!
The Steel Penn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SP-ICON:Hound V.S. Nikki
Date: Jul 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Steel Penn keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Steel Penn darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Steel Penn blocks a low kick nicely.
Steel Penn throws out a counter right but McVaughn avoids it with no problem.
McVaughn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McVaughn misses with a low kick.
McVaughn throws a low kick, looking for Steel Penn's leg but Steel Penn calmly moves out of range.
McVaughn throws a head kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steel Penn! But no joy.
McVaughn misses with a low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steel Penn! But no joy.
That kick from McVaughn tenderised Steel Penn's leg. Steel Penn is trying to keep his angry face on.
Steel Penn blocks a low kick nicely.#CL2#
Steel Penn fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McVaughn, pushing him back against the cage.
Steel Penn managing to block the knees to the body from McVaughn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McVaughn tries to land knees in the clinch but Steel Penn avoids the damage to the body.
McVaughn tries to land a knee to the head but Steel Penn blocks with his arms.
McVaughn with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#BC2#
Steel Penn breaks from the clinch.
McVaughn throws the left hand but Steel Penn avoids the punch easily.#T1#
McVaughn tries to close the distance and clinch but Steel Penn swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Steel Penn wants to counter with a clinch but McVaughn pushes him away.
McVaughn misses the shot to the body.
McVaughn lands a high kick!
A low kick from McVaughn is predictable there
and McVaughn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steel Penn tries to clinch up but McVaughn circles away and keeps his distance.
A nice leg kick lands there from McVaughn.
McVaughn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Steel Penn has time to react.
McVaughn throws a leg kick but Steel Penn sees it coming and checks it nicely.
McVaughn misses with a hook.
McVaughn swats away the attempt to clinch by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McVaughn.
#CL2#
Steel Penn clinches with his opponent.
McVaughn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McVaughn tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Steel Penn avoids it.
McVaughn using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Steel Penn has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#T2#
McVaughn tries to throw a body punch but Steel Penn avoids it by throwing McVaughn back against the cage.
McVaughn misses with a punch to the body.
Steel Penn blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
McVaughn throws a head punch that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McVaughn misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Steel Penn.
McVaughn tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Steel Penn managing to block the knees to the body from McVaughn.
#BC2#
Steel Penn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A head kick by McVaughn misses
and Steel Penn counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
McVaughn throws a head kick that misses
and Steel Penn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fighters circling - Steel Penn throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good work by Steel Penn as he checks the leg kick.
Steel Penn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McVaughn throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Steel Penn misses with a head kick.
McVaughn 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. #T3#
McVaughn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Steel Penn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Steel Penn blocks a leg kick.
McVaughn tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Good work by Steel Penn as he checks the leg kick.
McVaughn lands a head kick!
A head kick misses from McVaughn.
Steel Penn on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McVaughn. McVaughn obviously looking to wear him down.
Steel Penn fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McVaughn avoids it really well and circles away.
McVaughn tries to counter by clinching up but Steel Penn breaks away and moves out of range.
McVaughn throws a leg kick that misses.
McVaughn thows a leg kick but Steel Penn checks it
and Steel Penn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Steel Penn defending well as McVaughn loads up on a big left hand.
Steel Penn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McVaughn slaps away a takedown attempt from Steel Penn, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
McVaughn lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Steel Penn drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL#
McVaughn has Steel Penn up against the cage in a clinch.
Steel Penn avoiding damage as McVaughn throws knees to the body.
Steel Penn managing to block the knees to the body from McVaughn.
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!
McVaughn struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
McVaughn utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC2#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch.
McVaughn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.#CL#
McVaughn darts in and clinches Steel Penn up against the cage.
McVaughn doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Steel Penn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gregory McVaughn dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
An inside leg kick from McVaughn misses.
McVaughn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel Penn moves away.
Steel Penn checks a low kick from McVaughn.
McVaughn fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McVaughn shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Steel Penn goes for a double leg but McVaughn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McVaughn continues to drive forward.
McVaughn throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Steel Penn counter with a right hand.
McVaughn throws a chopping leg kick but Steel Penn manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McVaughn dips to his left and cracks Steel Penn with an uppercut!
Steel Penn scores with a hook.
Steel Penn tries to clinch but McVaughn is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McVaughn throws a leg kick but Steel Penn moved away.
A little jabbing left from Steel Penn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
An inside leg kick lands from McVaughn.
A head kick misses from McVaughn.
Gregory McVaughn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A good leg kick by McVaughn. #CL#
McVaughn moves into range and clinches up with Steel Penn.#T1#
Steel Penn wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Steel Penn lands a right hand.
Steel Penn avoiding damage as McVaughn throws knees to the body.
McVaughn lands a right hand that snaps the head of Steel Penn backwards.
Steel Penn has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
McVaughn throws a head punch that misses.
Steel Penn is trying to force a seperation but McVaughn has the dominant position.
McVaughn landing knees to the head.
#BC2#
Steel Penn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Steel Penn is looking to clinch but McVaughn is avoiding it.
Steel Penn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McVaughn tries to land a front kick but Steel Penn steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A little jabbing left from Steel Penn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McVaughn blocks a jab.
McVaughn wants to slow Steel Penn down by chopping away at his legs.
A leg kick checked by Steel Penn.#CL2#
Steel Penn clinches up against the cage.#T2#
McVaughn misses with a body punch.
Steel Penn wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
McVaughn tries a body shot but Steel Penn blocks it.
McVaughn is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Steel Penn is defending well for now.
McVaughn with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
McVaughn throws a head punch that misses.
A frustrated look appears on Steel Penn's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McVaughn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McVaughn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel Penn can do to turn this around?
Steel Penn tries to break free but McVaughn pushes him back against the cage.
McVaughn throws a head punch that misses.
McVaughn using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Steel Penn has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McVaughn struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
Steel Penn on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Steel Penn wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McVaughn has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
Steel Penn is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Steel Penn tries to circle away but McVaughn has him pinned against the cage.
McVaughn tries to land knees in the clinch but Steel Penn avoids the damage to the body.
McVaughn misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steel Penn.
McVaughn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steel Penn's elbow.
McVaughn digs a right hand underneath Steel Penn's ribcage. Steel Penn let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McVaughn.
McVaughn tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Steel Penn avoids it.
McVaughn landing knees to the body.
#BC2#
Steel Penn manages to break the clinch.
A clash of legs there as Steel Penn blocks the low kick.#CL2#
Steel Penn has McVaughn up against the cage in a clinch.
Steel Penn cracks McVaughn with a nice body shot.#T4#
Steel Penn tries to circle away but McVaughn has him pinned against the cage.
McVaughn gets through Steel Penn's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McVaughn connects with a nasty looking knee right to Steel Penn's face.
McVaughn scores a nice knee to the body.
McVaughn lands a left hand.
#BC2#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steel Penn throws the left hand but McVaughn avoids the punch easily.
A head kick misses from McVaughn.
Steel Penn tries to clinch up.
A head kick misses from McVaughn.
Steel Penn checks a leg kick.
McVaughn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steel Penn was well out of range. Poor timing from McVaughn.#TD2#
McVaughn tries to sprawl but Steel Penn drives through with a takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gregory McVaughn 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
McVaughn misses with a leg kick
and Steel Penn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steel Penn tries to close the distance and clinch but McVaughn swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McVaughn is looking to counter the offense by Steel Penn and move into the clinch.
Steel Penn avoids the head kick by McVaughn.
Steel Penn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McVaughn.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McVaughn 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 Steel Penn has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Steel Penn and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McVaughn connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McVaughn throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
It seemed like Steel Penn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Steel Penn's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Steel Penn avoids the head kick by McVaughn.
Steel Penn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Steel Penn crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from McVaughn - the referee stops the clock and Steel Penn gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says McVaughn. Steel Penn manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
McVaughn wants to clinch up but Steel Penn keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn throws a right and a left that McVaughn avoids nicely.
McVaughn lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts.
McVaughn throws the kick towards the body but Steel Penn avoids it.
Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McVaughn tries to land a body kick#CL2#
and Steel Penn counters by clinching up. #T1#
Steel Penn blocks an uppercut.
Steel Penn managing to block the knees to the body from McVaughn.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McVaughn can't find room to land a body shot as Steel Penn controls the action.
#BC2#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McVaughn is looking to chop away at Steel Penn's legs.
Jab, jab by McVaughn - just one landing.
McVaughn tries to clinch up.
Gregory McVaughn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steel Penn fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McVaughn throws a head kick that misses
and Steel Penn counters with a stiff right hand.
Steel Penn tries to clinch up but McVaughn circles away and keeps his distance.
No luck for Steel Penn with that takedown attempt.
McVaughn throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T2#
Steel Penn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McVaughn sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McVaughn lands a high kick!
McVaughn throws a chopping leg kick but Steel Penn manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nice uppercut there from Steel Penn.#TD2#
Steel Penn shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McVaughn is refusing to be controlled, as Steel Penn sits in half guard.
Steel Penn perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
McVaughn wants to improve his position but Steel Penn is controlling well.
#T3#
Steel Penn trying to mount his opponent but McVaughn defends it. #SUB2#
Steel Penn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McVaughn is just riding it out for now. Steel Penn eventually gives up the hold.
McVaughn is trying to maintain the position but Steel Penn is very close to passing his half guard.
McVaughn is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Steel Penn is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Steel Penn seems to be working for a kimura but McVaughn defends the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Steel Penn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
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 Gregory McVaughn.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McVaughn, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gregory McVaughn!
A very excited looking Gregory McVaughn 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.
In defeat, The Steel Penn stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
SP-ICON:Jangles V.S. Richards
Date: May 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Steel Penn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McTavish throws out a counter right but Steel Penn avoids it with no problem.
Steel Penn throws a lazy head kick
enabling McTavish to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL#
Steel Penn darts in and clinches McTavish up against the cage.
Steel Penn has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#BC2#
McTavish breaks from the clinch.
McTavish moves out of range of the body kick from Steel Penn.
McTavish throws a right and a left that Steel Penn avoids nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Steel Penn darts in and clinches McTavish up against the cage.#BC2#
McTavish pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick
enabling McTavish to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Steel Penn defending well as McTavish loads up on a big left hand.
Steel Penn looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Steel Penn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The Steel Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn throws a lazy head kick
and McTavish counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McTavish tries to bum rush Steel Penn with a series of wild strikes but Steel Penn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Steel Penn darts in trying to clinch
enabling McTavish to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn closes the distance but McTavish moves to the side
and Steel Penn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McTavish has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2#
Steel Penn misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Steel Penn forces McTavish back against the cage and clinches.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Good body shot from McTavish.
#BC2#
McTavish's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steel Penn is looking to clinch but McTavish is avoiding it.
A jab from McTavish misses. #CL#
McTavish gets tackled into the cage by Steel Penn. Steel Penn maintains the clinch. #BC#
Steel Penn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Steel Penn throws a lazy head kick
and McTavish counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Steel Penn goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick #KD2#
and McTavish counters with a crisp right hand that drops Steel Penn! McTavish lets Steel Penn back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#
Steel Penn is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like The Steel Penn has been cut.
Steel Penn is looking to clinch.
Oh Steel Penn is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McTavish is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Steel Penn had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
McTavish cracks Steel Penn with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Steel Penn falls to his knees and McTavish doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Donald McTavish!
A relieved looking Donald McTavish thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The Steel Penn was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
SP-ICON:Hoo V.S. Adams
Date: Apr 23, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Ward throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Steel Penn tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ward is in Steel Penn's guard.
Ward is stalling in the full guard.
Steel Penn is pulling down on Ward's head to control his posture.
Steel Penn'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.
Ward not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ward stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel Penn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel Penn pulls Ward in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Steel Penn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Ward is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Ward looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Steel Penn managing to control the position. #T2#
Ward trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn 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.
My spies in Steel Rocket gym inform me that Ward has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn wants to improve his position but instead Ward has moved into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward works his way into full mount! #SUB2#
Ward goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Steel Penn turns into him and now he's in Ward's guard.
Ward keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully. #T3#
Steel Penn advances to half guard.
Ward wants to sweep but Steel Penn has passed to side control!
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Ward is working from the bottom. #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.
Ward is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks Steel Penn politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Steel Penn prefers to stall for the moment though.
Ward is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Ward is looking to reverse the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sloppy strikes there by Steel Penn.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn tries to advance to mount but Ward denies him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Ward dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Steel Penn looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#CL#
Steel Penn closes the distance and pushes Ward back into the cage.#BC#
Steel Penn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ward doesn't manage to clinch there - Steel Penn circles away.
#TD2#
Ward scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Ward trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ward working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ward wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping him busy. #T1#
Steel Penn wants to control but Ward postures up.
Steel Penn tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ward wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Steel Penn gets back to half guard.
Ward has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ward looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ward trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Steel Penn tries to roll over but Ward keeps him under control.
Ward seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Ward is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Steel Penn sees it coming and defends easily.
Ward is thwarting Steel Penn's attempts to control the position.
Ward is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Steel Penn!
Steel Penn is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Steel Penn regains half guard.
Ward prevents Steel Penn from improving his position.
Steel Penn trying to hold on to Ward's head to control him but Ward postures up.
#SUB2#
Ward is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Steel Penn has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Steel Penn looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Steel Penn is pressing down on Ward's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ward stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel Penn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ward trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Ward is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mr Ward will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A head kick misses from Ward. #CL#
Steel Penn moves into the clinch.
Steel Penn is trying to push Ward away but Ward has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Steel Penn breaks from the clinch.
Ward slips a jab and a cross from Steel Penn.
#CL#
Steel Penn clinches. #BC#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn throws a push kick but Ward slaps the foot to one side. #TD2#
Ward scores with a takedown into Steel Penn's guard.
Ward tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard. #T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Steel Penn holds on and takes a little breather.
Ward tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard.
Ward is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steel Penn is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Ward looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Steel Penn looking to sit in guard and control but Ward gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Steel Penn not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Steel Penn managing to control the position.
Further stalling from Steel Penn.#T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ward accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Steel Penn wants to sweep here but Ward controlling him for the moment.
Mr Ward is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Steel Penn seems keen to control Ward's posture.
Ward wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Steel Penn misses with a head kick.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A good leg kick by Steel Penn.
Ward is looking to clinch but Steel Penn is avoiding it.
Steel Penn checks the leg kick.
Steel Penn half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ward tries to counter by closing the distance.
The Steel Penn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steel Penn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ward will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Steel Penn appears to be looking for a big counter.
The Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Ward fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Steel Penn to the ground. Ward is now in Steel Penn's guard.
Ward stays in close to Steel Penn's body and controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn has Ward pulled in close to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mr Ward.
I've got Ward 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mr Ward!
Mr Ward tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
The Steel Penn was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back. '.
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Event:
SP ICON Adams V Jangles
Date: Mar 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Coleman Jr cracks Steel Penn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Mark Coleman Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Coleman Jr throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Steel Penn was covering up waiting for the punch and Coleman Jr finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Coleman Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Coleman Jr is proving a slippery customer.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Coleman Jr postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Steel Penn preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Coleman Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
Coleman Jr must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Coleman Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Coleman Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Steel Penn controls Coleman Jr momentarily but Coleman Jr frees himself.
Coleman Jr content to stall in guard here.
Coleman Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Steel Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Coleman Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Steel Penn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Coleman Jr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Steel Penn escapes and throws Coleman Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T2##SUB#
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Coleman Jr is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Coleman Jr is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Steel Penn looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Coleman Jr is looking to reverse the position.#T3##SUB#
Steel Penn tries for a kimura but Coleman Jr is defending well.
Coleman Jr trying to control but Steel Penn flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Coleman Jr wants to control his opponent's hands but Steel Penn gets his hands free. #SUB#
Coleman Jr showing good submission defense here.
Coleman Jr trying to control the position but Steel Penn manages to sink in the hooks.
Steel Penn doesn't have the hooks in and Coleman Jr manages to turn into his guard.
#T4#
Coleman Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Steel Penn managing to control the position.
Coleman Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Coleman Jr is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Coleman Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Coleman Jr trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Coleman Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Steel Penn works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn trying to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Coleman Jr dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Coleman Jr manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Steel Penn on his heels. He'll look to pass Steel Penn's guard now, I'm sure.
Steel Penn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Coleman Jr.
Steel Penn has control of Coleman Jr's left arm, preventing Coleman Jr from doing any damage.
Coleman Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Coleman Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Coleman Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Coleman Jr.
Coleman Jr wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn controls Coleman Jr momentarily but Coleman Jr frees himself. #T1#
Coleman Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Coleman Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Coleman Jr content to stall in guard here.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Coleman Jr trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Coleman Jr.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Coleman Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Steel Penn not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Coleman Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Coleman Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Coleman Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Coleman Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Coleman Jr controlling from the top position. #T2#
Coleman Jr postures up and lands a big shot to Steel Penn's brow.
Steel Penn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Coleman Jr.
Coleman Jr is fighting to break Steel Penn's control of his arms but Steel Penn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Steel Penn working a defensive guard here.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Coleman Jr from controlling successfully.
Coleman Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Coleman Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Steel Penn is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Coleman Jr closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T3#
Coleman Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Steel Penn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Coleman Jr throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Coleman Jr seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Steel Penn wants to control but Coleman Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Steel Penn has hold of Coleman Jr's hands but Coleman Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Coleman Jr tries to pass to full mount but Steel Penn defends it.
Steel Penn gets full guard.
Coleman Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Coleman Jr is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Coleman Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Coleman Jr is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position but Coleman Jr postures up.
Steel Penn has his hands on Coleman Jr's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Coleman Jr distracts Steel Penn with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Steel Penn preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Coleman Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel Penn has momentary wrist control but Coleman Jr slips an elbow through the middle.
Coleman Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Coleman Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Steel Penn has wrist control.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Coleman Jr landing with the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Coleman Jr working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Coleman Jr wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Coleman Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Coleman Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Steel Penn makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The Steel Penn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Coleman Jr throws a sloppy body shot
and Steel Penn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Coleman Jr connects with a right hand. Steel Penn shakes it off.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Coleman Jr.
Sloppy strikes there by Coleman Jr.
Coleman Jr in side control, throwing shots but Steel Penn defends.
Steel Penn can't do much from the bottom here.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Steel Penn can't do much from the bottom here.
Steel Penn is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Coleman Jr off and has taken his back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Coleman Jr tries to escape the position.
#T1#
Coleman Jr trying to control the action but Steel Penn just sinks the hooks in.
Coleman Jr tries to break free.
Steel Penn doesn't have the hooks in and Coleman Jr manages to turn into his guard.
Steel Penn is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Steel Penn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Coleman Jr keeps working.
Coleman Jr is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Steel Penn throwing shots but Coleman Jr is blocking nicely.
Steel Penn trying to control from half guard but Coleman Jr is working away.
Coleman Jr gets back to full guard.
Coleman Jr controlling the position.
Coleman Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Steel Penn trying to control but Coleman Jr is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Coleman Jr is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Coleman Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Steel Penn preventing the sweep.
Coleman Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Steel Penn manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Coleman Jr wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position but Coleman Jr postures up.
Coleman Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Steel Penn works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Mark Coleman Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.
Coleman Jr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Steel Penn taking a bit of punishment here - Coleman Jr scoring with strikes.
Steel Penn takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Coleman Jr connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Steel Penn some visible discomfort.
An elbow from Coleman Jr crashes against the mat.
Steel Penn taking a bit of punishment here - Coleman Jr scoring with strikes.
Coleman Jr fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Coleman Jr working the head with strikes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Coleman Jr in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Coleman Jr looks up at the clock and then as Steel Penn takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Coleman Jr smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
And that's the end of the fight!
Mark Coleman Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Coleman Jr 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 26:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mark Coleman Jr!
Mark Coleman Jr managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Soul Supremacy Fight Gear, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, The Steel Penn stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be back. '.
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