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Event:
GC 215
Date: Jun 06, 2018 |
#R1# Jones throws a body punch but Gears moves out of range. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Gears throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Gears misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones.
Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Gears scores with a nice right hand.
Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Gears counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Jones looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Jones misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Gears misses the target. Gears misses with a looping left. Jones is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. This has been an exciting period of action! Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1# Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Jones has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Jones throws out a powerful jab. A big right from Gears misses. Gears slips a jab and a cross from Jones.
Jones throws a solid leg kick but Gears takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jones. Jones avoids the body shot from Gears.
Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gears. Gears keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones tries for a takedown but Gears sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Gears cracks Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Gears misses with an uppercut. Jones throws a body punch but Gears moves out of range. Gears lands a jab to the head.
Jones throws a hook but Gears avoids it easily. Gears seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jones, as that shot connected.
#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Jones fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Oliver Gears has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones.#TD2# Jones fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Gears to the ground. Jones is now in Gears's guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Gears preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Jones with a flurry of punches that miss. Jones won't allow Gears to sweep him here. Jones lands a couple of decent looking shots. Gears 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. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gears holds on and takes a little breather. Gears working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones. Jones working some strikes from top position. Jones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3##SU2# Jones gets to his feet - Gears follows without any prompting. A cross from Jones lands. Gears takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Oliver Gears is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Gears scores with a jab to the jaw. Jones lands a jab to the nose. A jab from Gears misses. Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Gears counters with a lovely shot to the body. Jones throws a head kick that misses. Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Gears just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gears counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Gears ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Gears went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Gears uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones. Gears misses with a right hand and Jones makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T4# Gears scores with a nice head shot. Gears connects with a body shot. Jones scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Gears misses with a straight right. Jones cracks Gears with a good jab.#ROC2# Gears is rocked! Jones drops Gears with a huge uppercut! Gears drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Jones is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leandro Jones! In his post fight interview, Leandro Jones started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
GC 204
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1# Poggle tries to bum rush Jones with a series of wild strikes but Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Poggle misses with a leg kick. Jones is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Poggle feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down. Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Poggle. Poggle misses with a kick to the body.
Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Jones cracks Poggle with an open hand slap. Poggle looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Poggle fakes the leg kick and cracks Jones in the body. Jones fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Jones misses with a straight right. Jones checks a low kick from Poggle. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Poggle.
Poggle motions for Jones to come forward. Poggle throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Poggle lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Poggle lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Jones misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1# Jones throws a nice head kick!
Poggle throws a leg kick which misses Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Jones tries to avoid it. Poggle moves out of range as Jones strikes. Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Poggle. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Poggle.
Jones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Jones misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jones throws a left and a right that both miss
and Poggle counters with a left to the body. Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Poggle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL2# Poggle tries to keep at a distance but Jones has taken the fight into the clinch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Poggle works on Jones's body with a couple of short punches.#T2# Poggle tries to work over Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Poggle struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones controls his hands.
Jones tries to circle away but Poggle has him pinned against the cage. A right handed body shot lands from Poggle.
Jones wants to break the clinch but can't.
Poggle presses Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Poggle gets through Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2# Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Poggle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Poggle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. No luck for Jones with that takedown attempt. Timothy Poggle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Poggle keeps the fight on the outside. An attempted straight right counter from Poggle misses the target. Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Poggle throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Jones throws a series of punches but Poggle moves out of range. Poggle appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Poggle thumps Jones with a low kick. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3# Poggle throws a leg kick which misses Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Jones tries to avoid it. Poggle cracks Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Jones misses with a body kick. Poggle lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones at a distance.
Poggle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away. Poggle has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Poggle there as he acknowledges the shot. Poggle connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Poggle lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Poggle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones. Poggle dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jones. That did some damage! Poggle goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Poggle thumps Jones with a low kick. Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Poggle takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Poggle lands a nice hook to Jones's body. Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Jones throws a hook to the side of Poggle's head but Poggle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4# Some bone on bone action there as Poggle checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Poggle tries a head kick but it misses.
Poggle slips a straight right by Jones. Jones misses with a looping right. Jones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Poggle, right into the meat.
Poggle swings away with a leg kick that misses. Poggle is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Poggle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Poggle. Poggle buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Jones takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Timothy Poggle dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Poggle slips under a jab from Jones. Poggle buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A combination from Jones does no damage. Poggle jabs Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. Jones misses with a straight left. Poggle tried to score with a low kick but Jones checks it. Jones lands an overhand right. Jones misses with a looping left. Poggle is looking to land body kicks. Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Poggle counters with a right hand to the body. Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jones misses with a few strikes there.
A counter left hand to the body from Poggle misses its target. Good work by Jones as he checks the leg kick.#CL2# Jones closes the distance and clinches. 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! Jones tries a body shot but Poggle blocks it.
Poggle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around? Jones prevents a body shot from Poggle. Jones tries to break free but Poggle pushes him back against the cage. Jones wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Poggle has him pressed against the cage.#T1# Both guys are working to get underhooks. Poggle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones lands an uppercut. Poggle tries to throw a body punch but Jones avoids it by throwing Poggle back against the cage. Poggle slowing the pace effectively. Poggle misses with a body punch.
#BC2# Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Jab from Jones.#CL2# Jones moves into range and clinches up with Poggle. Jones can't break the clinch.
Poggle tries to throw a body punch but Jones avoids it by throwing Poggle back against the cage. #BC2# Jones manages to break the clinch.
Jones moves out of range as Poggle throws a body kick.
Jones misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Poggle cracks the inside of Jones's front leg. Jones throws a hook to the side of Poggle's head but Poggle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Poggle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away. Jones throws out a counter right but Poggle avoids it with no problem.#T2# Poggle lands with a shot to the body. Timothy Poggle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Poggle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones.
Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Poggle counters with a good low kick that Jones was not able to check. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Poggle chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Poggle connects with a body shot that sends Jones's belly button to the back. Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Poggle.
Poggle scores with a leg kick.
Poggle lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones's sensitive parts. Poggle looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones is just out of range. A nice leg kick lands there from Poggle. A shot to the liver by Poggle. Beautiful body shot. Timothy Poggle is winning the standup battle so far. Poggle swings for the body but Jones moves out of range.
Jones fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Poggle is out of range. Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Poggle.
Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T3# Poggle looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones is just out of range. Poggle throws a leg kick but Jones moved away. Poggle works Jones's body with a nice hook. Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Poggle is looking to wear down Jones with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Good leg kick by Poggle there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Jones fails with the takedown. Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jones needs to keep his hands up - Poggle had a free shot at his head there. Jones throws a right and a left that Poggle avoids nicely. Poggle lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Jones misses the shot to the body. Poggle scoring well with a low kick there.
Poggle digs a good body shot into Jones's ribs. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T4# Jones throws a hook but Poggle avoids it easily. Jones misses with a few strikes there.
Poggle fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jones just manages to avoid it. Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Jones is breathing heavily. Jones misses with a looping right. Jones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Poggle defends it nicely. Timothy Poggle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Poggle lands with a good body shot. Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Poggle. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Poggle lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones's sensitive parts. A nice leg kick lands there from Poggle. A slapping body kick lands there for Poggle. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Poggle 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 Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. A looping hook to the body misses from Poggle. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Jones is looking to chop away at Poggle's legs. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Timothy Poggle dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Poggle. Jones throws the left hand but Poggle avoids the punch easily. Poggle misses with a few strikes there.
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones wants to slow Poggle down by chopping away at his legs. Poggle scores with a leg kick.
You can see that Jones has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks Poggle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Jones throws out a counter right but Poggle avoids it with no problem. Poggle feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down. Poggle slips under a jab from Jones. Jones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Poggle's head backwards. Donk. Jones catches Poggle right on the button with a cross. Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Poggle scores with a body shot.
Poggle throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones! But no joy. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Poggle lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1# Poggle throws a leg kick but Jones checks it. Poggle throws a body punch but Jones moves out of range. Poggle connects with an inside leg kick. Jones misses with a wild combination.
Poggle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Poggle misses with a low kick as Jones jumps back. Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Poggle moves out of range easily. Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Jones misses with an uppercut. Poggle saw that one coming. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Poggle, right into the meat.
Jones throws out a loose jab but Poggle uses good head movement to avoid it. Good leg kick by Poggle there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Poggle swings for the body but Jones moves out of range.
Jones throws a big shot that misses. Poggle chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T2# Poggle connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Jones cracks Poggle with a good jab. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
Poggle is looking to slow Jones down with leg kicks. Jones wants to clinch but Poggle slips to the side and Poggle counters with an outside leg kick.
Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Nice body kick from Poggle. Jones throws a series of punches but Poggle avoids them all with ease. Jones throws a head kick but Poggle moves out of range.
Poggle lands a nice hook to Jones's body. Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. A chopping leg kick lands by Poggle. A slapping leg kick lands for Poggle.
Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Poggle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away. Poggle connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Poggle pushes Jones away with a front kick.#T3# Jones tries to clinch there but Poggle circles away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Poggle.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Poggle, which made it look bad. Poggle lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jones takes a step back to recover. Poggle throws a nice inside leg kick. Poggle lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jones takes a step back to recover. Poggle slips a straight right by Jones. Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Poggle. Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
Poggle throws a leg kick but Jones checks it. The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Poggle moves out of range of the strikes.#T4# Jones misses with a hook to the body
and Poggle counters with a straight right hand. Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jones misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Poggle thinks about countering with a body kick. A good leg kick by Poggle. Jones misses with a hook. Poggle ducked under it nicely. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones with a poor takedown and Poggle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Timothy Poggle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Poggle connects with an inside leg kick. Poggle moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Poggle misses with a wild body shot. Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A clash of legs there as Jones blocks the low kick. Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Poggle counters with a nice leg kick. Poggle is looking to slow Jones down with leg kicks. Jones throws a series of punches but Poggle avoids them all with ease. A chopping leg kick lands by Poggle. Poggle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Poggle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
And that's the end of the fight! Timothy Poggle showed his dominance in that final round. Well Poggle 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Timothy Poggle!
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GC 192
Date: Feb 21, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Jones scores with a takedown into Murray 's guard. Murray is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES# Murray kicks Jones off and gets to his feet. Jab from Murray . Murray throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2# Murray tries to keep at a distance but Jones has taken the fight into the clinch. Jones tries to pull guard but Murray forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Jones takes a shot to the head. Murray fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jones prevents Murray from breaking the clinch.#BC2# Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A telegraphed right hand from Murray misses the target. Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Murray sprawls well. Murray wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jones gets slowly back to his feet.#T1# Murray scores with a leg kick.
Jones cracks the inside of Murray 's front leg. Murray ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away. A little jabbing left from Jones on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murray . Chad Murray is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Murray leaves Jones with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. We've been informed that Jones has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Chad Murray has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones throws a lazy head kick and Murray counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Murray swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones. Jones checks a leg kick nicely. Murray slaps away a takedown attempt from Jones, before circling back to the center of the mat. Jones blocks a jab.#T2# Murray throws a leg kick but Jones moved away. Murray seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Murray looks to land a left hand but Jones moved out of range nicely. Murray slaps away a takedown attempt from Jones, before circling back to the center of the mat. Jones tries to clinch up. Murray lands a lovely overhand right.#TD2# Jones fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Murray to the ground. Jones is now in Murray 's guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#ES# Murray pushes Jones off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. Murray connects with a right hand. Jones shakes it off. Jones misses with a wild body shot. A solid body kick from Murray . A clash of legs there as Jones blocks the low kick. Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but Murray sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Jones with a nice cross. Murray fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3# Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Murray pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A looping hook to the body misses from Murray . Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Jones fails in his attempt to clinch. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Murray .
#CL2# Jones moves into the clinch. Murray blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murray is working Jones over against the cage. Murray misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murray lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones backwards. Murray has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Murray throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. #BC2# Jones breaks from the clinch.
Jones defending well as Murray loads up on a big left hand. Jones is looking for the big counter here.#TD2# Jones scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2# Jones tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jones has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4# Murray wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! Murray avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Jones. #ES# Murray bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet! Murray throws the left hand but Jones avoids the punch easily. Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Murray defends it well.#TD2# Jones drives through with a takedown into guard. Murray wants to stand but Jones is controlling the position. Murray trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful. Jones lands a couple of elbows. Murray wants to stand but Jones is controlling the position. Jones throwing strikes but missing. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Murray dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Murray connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Jones goes for a double leg but Murray avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Murray continues to drive forward. Murray throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murray catches Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Jones checks a leg kick. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Murray avoids it really well and circles away. Murray attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Jones is looking for the big counter here. Murray is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around? The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Murray lands with a good body shot. Murray scores with a kick to the body.
Murray works Jones's body with a nice hook.#T1# The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Jab by Murray . Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Murray on the side of the head. A slow jab from Murray misses its intended target. Murray scores with a jab to the body. Murray avoids the head kick by Jones.
Jones throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Murray misses with a leg kick #TD2# and Jones counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Murray ! #ES# Murray bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Murray works the jab nicely. Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Murray . Jones misses with the combination.
#T2# Jones shoots in looking for a takedown but Murray manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Chad Murray has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Murray pinned against the cage. Murray gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. It looked like Murray wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Jab by Murray . Nice uppercut lands for Murray . That snapped Jones's head back.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Murray tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Murray to the ground. Murray escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Jones is looking to clinch. Murray throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones. Murray swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones.#T3# Murray feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down. #CL2# Jones drives through and clinches with Murray against the cage.
Murray lands a hook to the side of the head. Jones dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Murray lands a shot to the body. Murray makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Jones wants a takedown.
Murray lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jones. Murray lands a nice uppercut. Murray misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2# Jones breaks from the clinch.
Good shot there by Murray . Murray scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Murray thumps Jones with a low kick.#T4# 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! Jones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Murray 's waist but Murray gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jones off to one side. Jones fails with a takedown attempt. Jones is breathing heavily. Murray jabbing away but nothing is landing. Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. A jab lands there for Murray . Jones swinging wildly here.
Murray appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Murray fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jones. Jones avoids the body shot from Murray .
Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up but Murray swats him away and circles back towards the center. Jones pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Murray stuffs the takedown. Jones shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Murray but Murray pushes him off and we're back to square one. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Murray dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3# Jab by Murray . Murray takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Murray ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Murray fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Murray cracks Jones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Murray digs a good hook to Jones's body.
A slow jab from Murray misses its intended target. Murray throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it. Murray scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jones in his tracks. Murray tries to land a body kick and Jones counters with a stiff right hand. Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murray .
No luck for Jones with that takedown attempt. As Jones backs away, Murray returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murray .#T1# Murray jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Murray is looking to counter punch. Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Jones shoots in and drives through. Murray sprawls well. An attempted straight right counter from Murray misses the target. Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Murray sprawls well. Murray wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jones gets slowly back to his feet. Chad Murray has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Murray lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Murray buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Good leg kick by Murray there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murray was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones. Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Murray loads up on a big right hand but Jones slips the punch.#T2##TD2# Jones scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES# Murray bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones closes the distance but Murray moves to the side and Murray counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Murray defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones. Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Murray scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jones in his tracks. Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Murray misses with a straight right. Jones steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Murray . That one must have hurt. Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jones slips under a jab from Murray . Jones misses with a kick to the body.
A nice combination there by Jones.
Murray connects with a jab.#T3# Murray misses with a looping left. Good standup being displayed there by Murray as he connects with a hook. Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Jones swinging wildly here.
Murray scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murray . Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones dives in and grabs Murray 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Murray pushes down on Jones's head and hops out. Jones ducks under a wild hook from Murray . Murray lands a glancing blow to the side of Jones's head. Jones fails with a takedown attempt. Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Murray lands a lovely overhand right. Murray scoring well with a low kick there.
Murray thows a left - swing and a miss! Jones throws a body shot but no joy. It looked like Murray was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jones. The crowd cheers as Murray lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones doesn't seem phased though. 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! Murray feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jones's calf. A chopping leg kick lands by Murray . Chad Murray is winning the standup battle so far. Jones misses with a head kick.
That kick from Jones tenderised Murray 's leg. Murray is trying to keep his angry face on. Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Murray tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Murray to the ground. Murray escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Murray scores with a jab to the jaw. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Murray lands a jab to Jones's midsection.
And that's the end of the fight! Chad Murray showed his dominance in that final round. Well Murray 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27 Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chad Murray ! During a confident post fight interview, Chad Murray thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
gc184
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1# Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Jones misses. Jones just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSavage. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A head kick misses from Savage. Jones tries a quick counter leg kick but Savage is wise to it. A head kick misses from Savage. Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Savage tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Savage lands a body shot.
Savage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it. Jones on the wrong end of a nice hook. Savage bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Savage has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Martial Arts Dojo in the buildup to the fight. Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2# Jones pushes Savage up against the cage in a clinch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Savage keeps control of Jones as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2# Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Savage walks into a stiff left hand from Jones. Jones tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Savage's head.#T1# Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Savage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Savage. Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. A decent looking body kick lands there for Savage. Jones connects with a single shot there. Jones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC2# Savage is rocked!#TD2# Jones dives in and gets a big takedown. He lands in full mount and immediately unloads a series of heavy strikes! Savage has had enough and taps out.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Leandro Jones! After the fight, Leandro Jones was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
gc 179
Date: Dec 01, 2017 |
#R1# Tahere wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. A big left from Tahere misses. A jab lands there for Tahere.#CL# Tahere takes the fight into the clinch. Tahere lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Jones's face as he tries to break the clinch. Jones is trying to break free. Jones wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jones creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tahere's defenses. Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tahere backwards. Tahere throws a head punch that misses. #BC2# Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Tahere cracks Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tahere tries to clinch there but Jones circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tahere lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. We've been told by Tahere's head coaches at School Of Hard Knocks that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Tahere, which made it look bad. Jones is looking to clinch but Tahere is avoiding it.
Tahere throws out a loose jab but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tahere manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. A punch lands to the side of Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1# Tahere misses with a left hand and Jones counters with a straight right hand. Tahere connects with a single shot there. Tahere throws a quick inside leg kick. Tahere bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jones's head. Tahere throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tahere scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Tahere bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Decent striking displayed by Tahere there. Tahere lands with a straight right. Jones didn't see that one coming. Tahere throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Jones. Tahere shrugs it off though. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Tahere has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tahere there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC2# Tahere is rocked! A jab from Jones misses. #CL2# Jones clinches with his opponent.
A body shot lands from Tahere.
Tahere tries a body shot but Jones blocks it.
Tahere swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. A right hand to the body from Tahere.
#T2# Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Tahere controls his hands.
Jones can't break the clinch.
Tahere misses with some punches.
Tahere keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Jones's efforts to push away. Jones has had enough of the clinch but Tahere keeps him there for the moment.#BC2# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tahere is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones. Tahere moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Jones slips under a jab. A jab from Tahere does it's job there. A telegraphed right hand from Tahere misses the target. Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A jab from Tahere misses. Jones takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL# Tahere moves into the clinch.#T3# Tahere working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tahere misses with a punch to the body.
Jones tries to pull guard but Tahere won't allow it.
Tahere has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Tahere lands a nice uppercut. Jones is trying to force a seperation but Tahere has the dominant position. Jones blocking some punches.
#BC2# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tahere ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Nice uppercut lands for Jones. That snapped Tahere's head back.
Tahere swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones moves out of range as Tahere throws a body kick.
Jones now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Tahere throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A combination from Tahere does no damage. Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tahere sizes up Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Tahere misses with a hook. Jones lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Tahere throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones. Tahere swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones.#T4# 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! Tahere scores with a jab to the jaw. Jones tries to close the distance and clinch but Tahere swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tahere. Tahere bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tahere half committed to a counter leg kick. The crowd cheers as Tahere lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones doesn't seem phased though. Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tahere misses with a left hand and Jones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Tahere is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones. Tahere throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it. Tahere takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice shot by Tahere. Tahere stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jones. Jones misses the jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Jones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Jones tries to bum rush Tahere with a series of wild strikes but Tahere uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Tahere circles away from the clinch attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dyllz Tahere dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Tahere scores with a one two! Jones had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tahere lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tahere misses with a looping left. Jones is looking for the big counter here. Tahere looks to throw the jab but Jones is out of range. Jones is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Tahere throws a right and a left that Jones avoids nicely. Tahere scores with a jab to the head.
Jones tries to clinch but Tahere is having none of it. Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tahere.#CL2# Jones closes the distance and clinches. Tahere lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tahere. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A swing and a miss from Tahere. Jones tries to clinch but Tahere moves away and Tahere counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Tahere avoids a kick to the body.
Tahere uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones. Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Jones throws a hook but Tahere blocks it.#T1# Jones slips under a jab. Tahere scores to the head and body with a nice combination! The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Tahere's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tahere duly obliges. #TD2# Jones shoots in and gets a takedown into Tahere's guard. Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Tahere. Tahere is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around? Tahere has momentary wrist control but Jones slips an elbow through the middle. Jones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tahere's head. Tahere looking for a sweep. Not yet Tahere, not yet. #SUB# Tahere throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Jones postures up and lands a big shot to Tahere's brow. #SUB# Jones avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jones preventing the sweep. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jones keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tahere's head. Jones lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Jones won't allow Tahere to sweep him here. Tahere is working hard here to advance position. Jones wants to control from the top but Tahere keeps moving. Jones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tahere's head. Jones stands up over Tahere, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SU2# Jones stands up from guard. Let's bang! Jones throws a hook but Tahere avoids it easily. Jones slips under a jab.#T3# Tahere throws out a loose jab but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones! But no joy. Tahere misses with the combination.
Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tahere. Tahere slips a straight right by Jones. Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tahere lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Jones on the wrong end of a nice hook. Tahere throws a good cross that connects.
Tahere misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones.
Tahere lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones off the cage and back into range. Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tahere. Tahere lands a nice shot that snaps Jones's head back.
Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Jones shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tahere as he avoids it easily. #CL2# Jones moves into the clinch successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC# Tahere manages to break the clinch.
Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T4# Tahere misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones.
It seemed like Jones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2# Tahere tries to keep at a distance but Jones has taken the fight into the clinch. Jones tries to pull guard but Tahere won't allow it.
Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tahere misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tahere tries a body shot but Jones blocks it.
Tahere lands with a right to the head. Tahere misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tahere lands a body punch in the clinch. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Jones tries to pull guard but Tahere won't allow it.
Dyllz Tahere has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones. #BC2# Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dyllz Tahere is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tahere loads up on a big right hand but Jones slips the punch. The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Tahere scores with a nice strike. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dyllz Tahere dominated that second 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. This is the final round! #R3# Tahere on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jones. Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Jones staying out of range there. Tahere misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming. Tahere scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Jones cracks a nice hook into Tahere's ribs. Tahere jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Tahere's shoulder, as Tahere tries to avoid the shot. Jones avoids the head kick by Tahere.
Jones tries to counter by closing the distance. Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tahere. Jones walks into a stiff left hand from Tahere. Tahere throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it. Tahere's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jones under the eye. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jones wants to clinch up but Tahere keeps it at a distance. Tahere misses with a left hand and Jones counters with a lovely straight right hand! Jones fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1# Tahere scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Dyllz Tahere is winning the standup battle so far. Tahere waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones. Jones fails in his attempt to clinch. Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Tahere misses with a looping left. Tahere throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Jones swinging wildly here.
Tahere punishes Jones's body with a nice straight punch. Tahere's corner calls for a 1-2. Tahere obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Jones tries to clinch but Tahere moves out of range. A little feinted left hand from Tahere on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Jones connects with a jab. Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Tahere throws a nice looking combination but Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Tahere jabs at Jones's body. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tahere wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2# Jones tries to bum rush Tahere with a series of wild strikes but Tahere uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Jones shoots in looking for a takedown. Tahere tries to sprawl out of it but Jones keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tahere manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. As Jones looks to move away, Tahere throws a big counter combo but Jones just gets out of the way. Dyllz Tahere has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Tahere connects with a leg kick. Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Nice jab there from Tahere. Tahere misses with a hook
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut. Tahere tries to clinch up but Jones circles away and keeps his distance. Tahere moves out of range as Jones strikes. Tahere throws an overhand right that lands on Jones's shoulder, as Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tahere avoids the head kick by Jones.
Tahere circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tahere swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Nice defenses there by Tahere. Jones is looking to clinch but Tahere is avoiding it.
Tahere wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. No joy there for Tahere, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T3# Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tahere throws out a token jab with nothing on it. It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Tahere here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man. Some wild striking there from Tahere.
Tahere tries to clinch but Jones is having none of it. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones! But no joy. Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Both fighters circling a little - Jones finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. A telegraphed right hand from Tahere misses the target. Jones wants to clinch up but Tahere keeps it at a distance. Jones slips a straight right by Tahere. Jones tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Tahere counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Nice jab there from Jones. Tahere clobbers Jones with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Tahere throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Tahere darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Jones lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tahere backs up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tahere misses with a wild combination.
Tahere throws out a powerful jab. Tahere scores with a punch to the head. Tahere lands a lovely overhand right. Tahere pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jones back to the cage. Tahere follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Tahere swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tahere manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Tahere pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jones back to the cage. Tahere follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tahere throws a lazy right hand but Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tahere misses with a looping left. Tahere is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones. Tahere lands a really nice looking cross but Jones seems unphased.
And that's the end of the fight! Dyllz Tahere showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tahere, 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dyllz Tahere!
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Event:
gc 174
Date: Nov 04, 2017 |
#R1# Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Jones throws a shot to the body.
Skog avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Skog is looking to score with low kicks. Skog throws a right and a left that both miss. Jones ducks under a wild hook from Skog.#CL# Jones gets a clinch. Skog slows down the pace here.
Jones is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC# Jones breaks the clinch.
Skog avoids a punch combination nicely.
Skog drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jones defends it well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Skog sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jones somewhat. Skog is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Skog dips to his left and cracks Jones with an uppercut!#T1# Skog jabs at Jones's body. Skog throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Skog displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab. #TD# Jones changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Skog looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Skog gets back to half guard. Skog is trying to maintain the position but Jones is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB# Jones is looking for a kimura but Skog is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jones to get the leverage. #SUB2# Skog looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Jones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Jones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2##SUB# Jones trying to work for an americana but Skog has managed to regain full guard.
Skog wants to improve his position but instead Jones has moved into half guard.
Skog trying to control here.
#SU# Jones postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Skog to stand up. Skog throws a leg kick but Jones checks it. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Skog avoids it really well and circles away. This has been an exciting period of action! Skog throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL# Jones moves into the clinch. Skog pushes Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right hand to the side of the head by Skog.#T3##BC2# Skog breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Jones goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Skog scores with a nice strike. Jones closes the distance and lands a one-two. Skog will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Skog keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Skog throws a wild body kick that Jones sees coming a mile off. Skog misses with a wild body shot. Skog stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Skog wants it to stay on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jones shoots in but Skog avoids the takedown attempt easily. Jones fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Jones walks into a stiff left hand from Skog. Skog slips under a jab.#T4# Jones wants to clinch up but Skog keeps it at a distance. Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up but Skog swats him away and circles back towards the center. This has been an exciting period of action! Jones throws a hook but Skog blocks it. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Skog! But no joy. Jones takes one to the chin there. Jab from Skog. Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Skog connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jones. Jones circles away out of range and recomposes himself. A head kick by Skog misses and Jones counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Skog connects with a crisp jab. Skog fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Skog avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Skog is just out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dan Skog will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Skog takes one to the chin there. Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Jones is looking to clinch. Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Jones misses with a kick to the body.
Jones looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Skog is fending him off so far but Jones persists. Nope, Skog circles away and we're back to standing.#TD# Jones shoots in and bounces Skog off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2# Skog is looking for a triangle but Jones pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Skog controls Jones momentarily but Jones frees himself. #T1# Skog keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully. Skog is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Skog pulls Jones in to control the position. Jones trying to control but Skog is working from the bottom. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Jones being controlled here momentarily. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Skog scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Jones tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Skog defends well and Jones ends up having to push Skog into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Skog is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Skog bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jones's head backwards.#T2# Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones shoots in looking for a takedown but Skog manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD# Jones drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Jones throws an elbow but Skog slips to the side and avoids it well. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Skog can't do much from the bottom here. Jones cracks Skog with a big right hand but Skog just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#SU# Jones stands up and beckons Skog to his feet. Skog checks a leg kick nicely. Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Skog. #T3# Jones avoids the body shot from Skog.
Jones has his takedown stuffed enabling Skog to counter with a crisp jab. Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Nice straight punches there by Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jones. Jones moves out of range of the leg kick from Skog. Skog scoring well with a low kick there.
Skog jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones tries a head kick but it misses.
Skog is trying to counter with his kicks. Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Jones has his takedown stuffed enabling Skog to counter with a crisp jab. Skog scores with a jab to the head.
Jones wants to clinch.#T4# 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! Jones rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Skog moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Jones shoots in but Skog avoids the takedown attempt easily. Skog only half commits to the counter leg kick. Skog throws the kick towards the body but Jones avoids it. Jones scores with a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Skog. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. It looked like Jones was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Skog stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Skog displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones. Skog lands a jab to the nose. Skog checks a low kick from Jones. Dan Skog seems to be getting the better of the standup. Skog lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones's sensitive parts. Skog swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Dan Skog will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# No luck with that takedown attempt from Jones. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Skog avoids it really well and circles away. Skog bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Jones takes one to the chin there. Jones moves away from the strike by Skog. Jones has his takedown stuffed and Skog cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Skog lands with a right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but Skog sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Skog misses with a body kick. A little feinted left hand from Jones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1# Skog lands with a shot to the body. Good shot there by Skog. Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up but Skog swats him away and circles back towards the center. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Skog, as that shot connected.
A thudding body kick lands there by Skog!
Jones moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Skog misses with a double jab.
Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Skog tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Skog to the ground. Skog escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jones tries to move into range but Skog moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A punch combination from Skog misses. An attempted straight right counter from Jones misses the target. Skog connects with an inside leg kick. Jones shoots in for a double leg but Skog sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Skog moves out of range as Jones throws a body kick.
Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2##CL2# Skog closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Skog misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2# Skog breaks the clinch.
Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jones tries to clinch up but Skog circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2# Skog forces Jones back against the cage and clinches. Jones jumps guard but Skog turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Jones working hard to break the clinch. Skog digs a right hand underneath Jones's ribcage. Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. Jones working hard to break the clinch. Jones is looking to break free of the clinch but Skog has double underhooks. #BC# Jones breaks from the clinch.
Jones falls off balance throwing a combination
and Skog counters with a good, hard body kick but Jones shrugs it off. Skog shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense. #T3# Skog moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Jones checks a leg kick. Skog thumps Jones with a low kick. A left and a right from Skog both land. Nice combination. Jones pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Skog has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Good leg kick by Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A combination from Jones does no damage. Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Skog throws a quick inside leg kick. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jones crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Skog - the referee stops the clock and Jones gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Skog. Jones manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Skog misses with a body kick. Jones dives in and grabs Skog's left leg, looking for a takedown. Skog pushes down on Jones's head and hops out. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Skog throws a nice inside leg kick. Dan Skog is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4# Skog works Jones's body with a nice hook. Jones moves in looking to clinch but Skog pushes him off. Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Skog lands a really nice looking cross but Jones seems unphased.
Skog lands a leg kick that knocks Jones off balance momentarily. Skog uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones. Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Skog circles away.
Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but Skog sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. A solid body kick from Skog. Jones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown letting Skog counter with a right hand. Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Skog avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that's the end of the fight! Dan Skog comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Skog winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30 Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dan Skog!
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gc 170
Date: Oct 07, 2017 |
#R1# Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Nice cross by Lightbeer. Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jones looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jones shoots in and drives through. Lightbeer sprawls well. Lightbeer is looking to counter with head kicks. We've been informed that Jones has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Lightbeer throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones. Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Lightbeer moves out of range easily. Lightbeer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Jones tries for a takedown but Lightbeer circles away easily and Lightbeer counters with a nice uppercut. Lightbeer lands a jab. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Lightbeer throws a right and a left that Jones avoids nicely. Lightbeer misses with a body shot.
Lightbeer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Lightbeer enables Jones to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lightbeer manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2# Jones drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jones jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #ES# Lightbeer kicks Jones off and gets to his feet. Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lightbeer.
#T1# Lightbeer pushes Jones away with a front kick. Lightbeer throws a quick inside leg kick. Lightbeer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lightbeer thuds his right hand into Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Lightbeer pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Jones throws a looping overhand right but Lightbeer ducks down to avoid it. A little feinted left hand from Lightbeer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Jones pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones fails in his attempt to clinch. Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lightbeer sprawls well. Lightbeer wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jones gets slowly back to his feet. Buzz Lightbeer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Lightbeer blocks a jab. Lightbeer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL2# Jones has closed the distance and engaged Lightbeer in a clinch.
Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Lightbeer.
Lightbeer dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Lightbeer has Jones pushed against the cage. Jones lands with a right to the head. Lightbeer stalling.
#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Lightbeer stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position. Both guys are working to get underhooks. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Buzz Lightbeer. Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lightbeer throws out the jab. Lightbeer with a hook. Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lightbeer. Lightbeer connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jones's hands. Lightbeer cracks a nice hook into Jones's ribs. Lightbeer displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones. Lightbeer with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2# Jones 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.#ES# Lightbeer scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Buzz Lightbeer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Lightbeer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Lightbeer lands with a right hand. Jones misses with a looping right. Lightbeer misses with a hook. Jones ducked under it nicely. Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Jones fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lightbeer checks it well. #T3# Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Lightbeer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jones. That did some damage! Lightbeer moves away from the strike by Jones. Jones blocks a jab. Jones throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Lightbeer counters with a leg kick. Lightbeer keeps the fight on the outside. Lightbeer thumps Jones with a low kick. Lightbeer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lightbeer cracks Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Lightbeer moves out of range easily. Jones throws a hook but Lightbeer avoids it easily. Jones pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Good standup being displayed there by Lightbeer as he connects with a hook. Jones moves out of range as Lightbeer strikes. Lightbeer throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it. Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. 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! Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Jones throws a shot to the body.
Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lightbeer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T4# Jones throws a head kick but Lightbeer moves out of range.
Lightbeer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Lightbeer misses with a looping right. Lightbeer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jones fails to land the takedown. Jones walks into a straight right hand from Lightbeer. Lightbeer connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Lightbeer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones. Jones throws a counter combo. Lightbeer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Lightbeer scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Lightbeer lands with a cross. Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Lightbeer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Lightbeer lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Lightbeer throws a wild body kick that Jones sees coming a mile off. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Buzz Lightbeer dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Crunch! Jones slams his shin into Lightbeer's torso. Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lightbeer missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Jones defending well as Lightbeer loads up on a big left hand. Jones is looking to slow Lightbeer down with leg kicks. Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lightbeer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Lightbeer misses with a straight left. It seemed like Jones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. A looping hook to the body misses from Lightbeer. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.#KD2# Jones lands a high kick to the side of Lightbeer's head that stuns him and send him tumbling down to the canvas! Jones dives into guard, looking to finish.#CUT2# It looks like Buzz Lightbeer has been cut. 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! Lightbeer wants to stand and escape but Jones is having none of it. Jones trying to control but Lightbeer is working from the bottom. Jones landing some decent shots from guard. #ES# Lightbeer has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Jones is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lightbeers head. Lightbeer trying to control the position but instead, Jones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lightbeer into the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1# Jones is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lightbeer is defending well for now.#BC# Lightbeer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jones lunges at Lightbeer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lightbeer's hand. Lightbeer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Lightbeer misses with a body shot.
Lightbeer slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#ROC2# Lightbeer is rocked! Jones circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Lightbeer drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Jones follows Lightbeer 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 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leandro Jones! Leandro Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
gc 165
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Wiggin closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Jones to the mat! Jones manages to get full guard. Wiggin working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jones's head. Wiggin throwing strikes from guard but Jones blocks nicely. Wiggin throwing strikes from guard but Jones blocks nicely. Jones is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Jones is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Jones wants to stand up but Wiggin is controlling him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones is controlling Wiggin's posture. Jones controls Wiggin momentarily but Wiggin frees himself. Jones working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Wiggin. #T1# Wiggin won't allow Jones to sweep him here. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wiggin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Jones trying to strike off his back.
Wiggin trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Wiggin chips away with some ground and pound. Wiggin stays in close to Jones's body and controls the position. Jones preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Jones wants to stand but Wiggin is controlling the position. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. We've been informed that Jones has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Wiggin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Wiggin. Wiggin smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Jones fails with a takedown attempt.#T2# Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Jones shoots in looking for a takedown. Wiggin tries to sprawl out of it but Jones keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Wiggin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Sloppy strikes from Wiggin. Those never looked like landing. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Wiggin, as that shot connected.
Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Jones throws the left hand but Wiggin avoids the punch easily. Wiggin cracks Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. 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! Wiggin lands with a kick to the temple. Jones shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Wiggin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jones on the side of the head. Wiggin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2# Jones is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wiggin's half guard.#SUB2# Jones 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.
Wiggin trying to control from the bottom.
#T3# Wiggin wants to improve his position but Jones is controlling well.
#SU2# Jones decides to stand up. Jones lands with a hook. Wiggin tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Jones tries to work over Wiggin's front leg with a kick but Wiggin checks it. Wiggin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Wiggin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Wiggin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones. Neo Wiggin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones.#T4# Wiggin closes the distance and lands a one-two. Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wiggin paws at him with a jab and circles away. Nice jab there from Wiggin. Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jones dodges the punch combination from Wiggin.
Wiggin misses with a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Left hook, right uppercut from Wiggin. Wiggin takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#KD2# A jab-cross combination lands for Jones and sends Wiggin crashing to the mat! Jones follows him down to the mat - Wiggin regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC2# Wiggin is rocked!#SUB2# Jones seems to be looking for submissions.
Oh Wiggin is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Jones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2# Jones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wiggin defends it well. Wiggin seems to have got his legs back now. Wiggin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. 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 Neo Wiggin will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Wiggin moves away from the strike by Jones. Wiggin misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wiggin.
Wiggin slips a straight right by Jones. Wiggin throws an overhand right that lands on Jones's shoulder, as Jones tries to avoid the shot. Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wiggin. Wiggin tests Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Wiggin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab. Jones throws a right hand that Wiggin ducks under and follows up with a left that Wiggin also avoids with ease. Wiggin slips under a jab from Jones. Jones misses with the combination.
Wiggin scoring well with a low kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wiggin's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Wiggin duly obliges. Wiggin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Wiggin smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Wiggin connects with a body shot that sends Jones's belly button to the back. Jones throws the left hand but Wiggin avoids the punch easily. Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1# A low kick from Jones misses and Wiggin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wiggin avoids it really well and circles away. Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wiggin. Wiggin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jones misses with a kick to the body.
It looked like Wiggin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Jones misses with a takedown attempt - Wiggin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Wiggin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Jones throws a lazy right hand but Wiggin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Jones moves out of range as Wiggin strikes. Jones misses with a straight right. A punch lands to the side of Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Jones misses with a head kick.
Neo Wiggin is winning the standup battle so far. Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Wiggin. Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Wiggin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. A slapping leg kick lands for Wiggin.
#T2# Wiggin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Wiggin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Wiggin jabbing away but nothing is landing. Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Wiggin, which made it look bad. Neo Wiggin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Wiggin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jones digs a good body shot into Wiggin's ribs. Wiggin throws a head kick but Jones moves out of range.
Jones sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Jones is looking to clinch. Jones wants to clinch. Wiggin looks to land a left hand but Jones moved out of range nicely. Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. No luck with that takedown attempt from Jones. Jones throws a body shot but no joy. #T3# A left and a right from Jones both land. Nice combination. Jones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Jones tries to clinch but Wiggin is having none of it. #TD2# Jones fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Wiggin sprawls well initially but Jones persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Jones is breathing heavily. Wiggin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones. Jones throws a strike but Wiggin avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Wiggin 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# Jones is looking for a sweep. Wiggin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Nice strikes from Wiggin there. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Wiggin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jones does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Wiggin sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though. Jones keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4# Wiggin is trying to control the action in half guard but Jones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Wiggin is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jones is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Wiggin is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Wiggin wants to control but Jones is keeping him busy. Wiggin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Jones is looking to improve his position.
Jones avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Wiggin. Jones wants to improve his position but Wiggin is controlling well.
Jones is staying active underneath Wiggin, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Wiggin prevents Jones from standing back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Neo Wiggin 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# Wiggin tries to score with a low kick but Jones moves his leg out of the way. Wiggin digs a good body shot into Jones's ribs. Wiggin looks to land a left hand but Jones moved out of range nicely. Jones throws out a counter right but Wiggin avoids it with no problem. A combination from Jones does no damage. Wiggin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jones circles away quickly and effectively. Jones misses with a wild body shot. Wiggin throws a head kick but Jones moves out of range.
Jones misses with a straight right. Wiggin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones. Jones walks into a left hand. Wiggin swings for the body but Jones moves out of range.
Wiggin fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Wiggin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Wiggin, which made it look bad. Jones drops his hands momentarily and Wiggin takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1# Wiggin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Wiggin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Jones needs to keep his hands up - Wiggin had a free shot at his head there. A big left from Jones misses. Wiggin quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Wiggin scores with a nice head shot. Wiggin lands with a nice combination. Jones backs away looking to recover. A swing and a miss from Jones. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jones is defended easily by Wiggin. Neo Wiggin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Wiggin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jones scores with a nice head shot. Wiggin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around? Wiggin lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. A left and a right from Wiggin both land. Nice combination. Wiggin stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Wiggin misses with a double jab.
#T2# Wiggin misses with a straight right. Wiggin scores with a jab to the jaw. No luck for Jones with that takedown attempt. An attempted straight right counter from Wiggin misses the target. Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Jones throws out a loose jab but Wiggin uses good head movement to avoid it. Jones takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Wiggin shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jones pinned against the cage. Jones gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Jones tries a head kick but it misses.
Wiggin connects with a body shot. Wiggin lands a jab to the nose. Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
Wiggin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones's sensitive parts. Wiggin sizes up Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Wiggin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones. Jones closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wiggin circles away.#T3# Jones on the wrong end of a nice jab. A jab lands there for Wiggin. Wiggin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jones as he jumps to the side. Wiggin leaves Jones with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Wiggin misses with a head kick.
Wiggin connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jones slips a jab from Wiggin. Jones lands a high kick!
Wiggin scores with a body shot.
Jones takes a shot right to the bread basket. Wiggin scores with a nice right hand.
Wiggin misses with the combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Wiggin missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4# Jones takes one to the chin there. Wiggin lands with a nice combination. Jones backs away looking to recover. Wiggin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wiggin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Wiggin. As Wiggin backs off Jones throws a huge counter combo but Wiggin manages to avoid it all. Wiggin misses with a looping right. Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones there as he acknowledges the shot. Jones loads up on a big right hand but Wiggin slips the punch.#TD# Wiggin shoots in and bounces Jones off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Jones thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. Jones will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Wiggin makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Wiggin with a flurry of punches that miss. Jones throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
And that's the end of the fight! Neo Wiggin showed his dominance in that final round. Well Wiggin 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Neo Wiggin! After the fight, Neo Wiggin was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Gc159
Date: Jul 22, 2017 |
#R1# Shaman moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
#CL# Shaman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jones has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD2# Jones pulls guard. Shaman showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Our spies down at at LOD: Legion's PIT Fight Club inform us that Jones has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Jones keeping full guard, as Shaman tries to pass. Shaman trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Shaman controls the pace of the fight for a moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones wants to stand and escape but Shaman is having none of it. Shaman throws a strike but Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T1# Shaman has Jones pulled in close to control his posture. Jones wants to control from the top but Shaman keeps moving. #SUB# Jones avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Shaman controls Jones momentarily but Jones frees himself. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shaman works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Shaman looking to control.
Shaman looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2# Jones gets to his feet - Shaman follows without any prompting. Shaman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones at a distance.
Jones throws a big shot that misses. Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Shaman slips under a jab. Nice jab there from Jones. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Shaman, right into the meat.
Shaman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shaman looks for the body kick but Jones saw that one coming. A looping hook to the body misses from Shaman. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Shaman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jones goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Shaman throws a head kick that half lands.
#CL2# Jones has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T3# Shaman works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#TD2# Jones pulls guard effortlessly. Shaman wants to pass the guard but Jones is keeping the position. Shaman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jones's guard. Shaman is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Jones! Shaman looking to control and managing it successfully. Shaman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jones is looking to escape. #SUB# Shaman looking to secure an arm triangle but Jones defends it well. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Shaman trying to control but Jones is having none of it. #T4# Jones wants to hold on but Shaman pushes him away. Shaman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jones is looking to escape. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Shaman is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Jones can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Blind Shaman dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Shaman connects with a leg kick. Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Jones lands a jab to Shaman's midsection. Jones misses with an uppercut. Shaman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab. Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT2# It looks like Blind Shaman has been cut. Shaman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones throws out a counter right but Shaman avoids it with no problem. The fighters circling - Shaman throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Shaman seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Jones closes the distance and clinches up with Shaman, looking for a takedown. Jones pushes Shaman against the cage but Shaman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Shaman tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jones manages to circle out of the way. Jones throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but Shaman sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shaman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jones in his tracks. Shaman is looking to chop away at Jones's legs. Shaman lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Shaman takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A big right from Jones misses. Shaman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T1##TD2# Jones shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shaman's guard. Shaman is trying to control the position but Jones postures up. #SUB# Shaman has an active guard here but Jones has managed to pass into half guard.
Jones controlling the action here. Shaman is pressing down on Jones's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Shaman keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully. Jones is looking to stand up but Shaman won't let him. #T2# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB# Jones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shaman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jones has managed to get both his arms back between Shaman's legs - danger averted. Jones wants to stand but Shaman has a closed guard, so he can't escape. Leandro Jones has got the better of the ground game so far. Jones postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Jones stands up over Shaman, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Jones 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. Shaman has a closed guard, preventing Jones from standing up. #SUB# Shaman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3##SUB# Shaman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jones is aware though and is defending well.#SU2# Shaman is working an open guard so Jones takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. Shaman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jones's head. Jones shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Shaman as he avoids it easily. Blind Shaman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Shaman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Shaman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Shaman connects with a jab. Jones moves to clinch but Shaman breaks away letting Shaman counter with a right hand. Good standup being displayed there by Jones as he connects with a hook. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jones misses with an uppercut. Shaman saw that one coming.#T4# A punch lands to the side of Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Shaman jabs Jones right on the nose. Jones blinks but takes it well. Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Shaman. Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Shaman. Shaman circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Shaman on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Shaman tries to land a front kick but Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Jones thinks about the counter body kick. Shaman blocks a jab. Shaman half committed to a counter leg kick. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jones throws a hook to the side of Shaman's head but Shaman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL# Shaman forces Jones back against the cage and clinches. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shaman. #BC2# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Shaman stuns Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. A swing and a miss from Jones. Shaman getting the better of the striking in that exchange. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Leandro Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Blind Shaman's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Jones misses with a wild combination.
Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Shaman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Shaman scores with a push kick. Shaman moves into range and connects with a jab. Shaman takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shaman. It looked like Shaman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Blind Shaman is winning the standup battle so far. Shaman tries a low kick but Jones avoids it. Jones misses with a body shot
and Shaman counters with a lovely straight right hand! Shaman throws a good cross that connects.
Shaman connects with the punch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Shaman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Shaman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Shaman paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Decent striking displayed by Shaman there. Shaman misses with an uppercut. Shaman throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones. #T1# A head kick misses from Jones. Jones shoots for a takedown but Shaman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Shaman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Good shot there by Shaman. No joy there for Shaman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jones on the wrong end of a nice jab. Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Shaman moves out of range easily. It looked like Shaman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Shaman throws a solid leg kick but Jones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Shaman. A solid body kick from Shaman. Shaman moves out of range of the body kick from Jones.
Shaman moves out of range as Jones strikes. Shaman cracks a nice hook into Jones's ribs. Jones walks into a jab. Shaman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones. A little feinted left hand from Shaman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Shaman misses with a kick to the body.
Shaman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T2# Shaman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Jones throws the left hand but Shaman avoids the punch easily. Jones missing with a left hand there. Shaman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Shaman. Shaman connects with a leg kick. Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones throws an off balance right hand
letting Shaman counter with a right hand. Jones looks to land a right hand but Shaman moved out of range. Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Jones tries to clinch but Shaman moves out of range. Shaman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab. Shaman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Shaman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Shaman misses with a kick to the body.
Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Shaman lands with a kick to the ribs.
Shaman defending well as Jones loads up on a big left hand. Jones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T3# Shaman connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jones momentarily.
Jones shoots and misses and Shaman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Shaman, right into the meat.
Shaman connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Shaman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones. Shaman catches Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Shaman thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD# Shaman looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Jones! Jones is looking to regain half guard here but Shaman keeps moving and retains side control. This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB# Shaman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Shaman tries to move into full mount but can't pass Jones's legs. #T4# Jones is looking to regain half guard here but Shaman keeps moving and retains side control. Shaman fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Shaman tries to advance to mount but Jones denies him. Shaman trying to control the action but Jones is working from the bottom. Shaman is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Jones will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
And that's the end of the fight! Blind Shaman showed his dominance in that final round. I think Shaman has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Blind Shaman! Blind Shaman 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:
Gc154
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1# Gullion throws a nice inside leg kick. Jones misses with a wild body shot. Jones blocks a head kick by Gullion.
Gullion lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Gullion tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones thuds his right hand into Gullion's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Gullion dodges the punch combination from Jones.
Gullion throwing a counter right hand but Jones manages to avoid it.#CL2# Jones has closed the distance and engaged Gullion in a clinch.
Gullion wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC# Gullion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Gullion misses with an attempted mid kick.
We've been informed that Jones has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Gullion tries a head kick but it misses.
Gullion misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming. Some wild striking there from Jones.
Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jab, jab by Jones - just one landing. #T1# Jones loads up on a big right hand but Gullion slips the punch. Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Jones looks to land a left hand but Gullion moved out of range nicely. Jones blocks the body kick.
Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. It appears Gullion was looking to counter with a kick there. Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gullion.
Gullion jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Jones misses with an uppercut
and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jones shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gullion eats them both and turns towards Jones to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#ROC2# Gullion is rocked! Gullion looks up at the clock. Bad move! Jones lands a right hand from hell, dropping Gullion. Jones pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leandro Jones! Leandro Jones decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
gc151
Date: May 27, 2017 |
#R1# Jones scores with a decent looking hook. Braun swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. A counter left hand to the body from Braun misses its target. Braun with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice defenses there by Braun. As Jones backs away, Braun returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Braun ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Braun drops his hands momentarily and Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jones takes one on the button. Braun walks into a straight right hand from Jones. Braun connects with a leg kick. Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Braun closes the distance and lands a one-two. Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD# Braun drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2# Jones manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. Braun lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2# Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Braun's head.#T1# Braun buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Jones avoids the body shot from Braun.
Braun takes a jab right on the kisser.
A chopping leg kick lands by Braun. Jones looks to land a left hand but Braun moved out of range nicely. Braun swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones. Braun connects with an inside leg kick. Braun lands a head kick. Jones smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Braun has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Nemesis Gym in the buildup to the fight. Jones lands a head shot. Jones is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Braun misses with a low kick. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A nice inside leg kick there by Braun. That's going to slow Jones down. Nice straight punches there by Braun. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Braun. Jones looks to land a combination. Braun sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. A low kick from Braun is predictable there #CL2# and Jones holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Braun throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. We've been informed that Jones has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Braun throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. #T2##BC2# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jones lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Braun bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Jones has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Braun ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away. Jones shoots in but Braun avoids the takedown attempt easily. Braun throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2# Jones drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB# Braun has his foot on Jones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jones works his way back into a safe position though. Braun looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jones is one step ahead there. Braun is trying to keep Jones in close.
Jones postures up in Braun's guard and throws a big left but Braun blocks it. Jones chips away with some ground and pound.#T3##SUB# Jones avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Braun 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. Jones sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Braun's guard. Braun avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones. 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. Jones connects with a nice short shot to Braun's temple. Braun is trying to get back to full guard. Jones perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Braun is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jones scores with a couple of nice shots.#SU2# Jones decides to stand up. Jones tries a head kick but it misses.
#T4# Braun throws a head kick that misses. Jones throws a hook to the side of Braun's head but Braun sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Braun is looking to counter punch. Braun misses with a straight left. Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Braun. Jones has his takedown stuffed and Braun counters with a nice leg kick. Bluto Braun has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones slips a jab and a cross from Braun.
Braun is looking to wear down Jones with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Good work by Jones as he checks the leg kick. Braun cracks the inside of Jones's front leg. Jones pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Braun back to the cage. Jones follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. 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! Braun throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Braun lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones at a distance.
Braun moves forwards but Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Braun misses the shot to the body. Jones throws a right and a left that Braun avoids nicely. Braun swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Braun counters with a left to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Leandro Jones will probably get the nod. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Jones looks to throw the jab but Braun is out of range. Braun swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Braun throws a leg kick and Braun takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jones throws a right hand that Braun ducks under and follows up with a left that Braun also avoids with ease. Braun is looking for a counter combo. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Braun tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Braun. Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. A solid leg kick lands there for Braun.
Jones lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jones. Braun keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Braun avoids a punch combination nicely.
Braun slips a straight right by Jones. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Jones scores with a one two! Braun had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Braun steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones. It looked like Braun wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Jones dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Braun. That did some damage! Braun scores with a leg kick.
#T1# Braun fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. A head kick from Braun lands but Jones takes it in his stride. Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
#KD# Braun lands a big head kick that sends Jones tumbling to the mat! Braun takes a step backwards and waves Jones back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC# Jones is rocked! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Crack! Braun connects with the perfect overhand right and Jones falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Braun!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bluto Braun! A victorious Bluto Braun 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:
gc147
Date: Apr 29, 2017 |
#R1# Lightbeer scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Jones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lightbeer's hands. Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Lightbeer jabs at Jones's body. Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Lightbeer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Lightbeer throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Lightbeer counters with a thumping low kick. A big right from Jones misses. Donk. Jones catches Lightbeer right on the button with a cross. Lightbeer cracks the inside of Jones's front leg. #CL# Jones moves into the clinch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Lightbeer throws a sloppy head kick and Jones moves out of range easily. Jones tests Lightbeer's chin there with a solid looking shot. Lightbeer circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Jones moves away from the strike by Lightbeer. #T1# Lightbeer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD# Jones fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Lightbeer to the ground. Jones is now in Lightbeer's guard.#ES2# Lightbeer is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Jones presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC2# Lightbeer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Lightbeer has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Jones is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL# Jones has Lightbeer up against the cage in a clinch.
Lightbeer tries to stall but Jones uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC# Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Jones avoids the head kick by Lightbeer.
Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#TD# Jones closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lightbeer's guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Jones connects with a couple of short punches.#ES2# Lightbeer scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Lightbeer misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming. Lightbeer tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Lightbeer circles away.
#T2# Lightbeer missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jones tries to clinch up. Lightbeer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jones misses with a hook. Lightbeer ducked under it nicely. Crunch! Lightbeer slams his shin into Jones's torso. Buzz Lightbeer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jones is defended easily by Lightbeer. Lightbeer throws a fast counter high kick but Jones manages to duck under it in time. Jones throws a series of punches but Lightbeer avoids them all with ease. Jones misses the jab. Lightbeer raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Lightbeer's corner calls for a 1-2. Lightbeer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Lightbeer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jones to score with a decent uppercut.#T3# Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lightbeer. Lightbeer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Jones ducks under a wild hook from Lightbeer. Jones swinging wildly here.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Lightbeer, which made it look bad. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lightbeer! But no joy. Jones misses with a hook. Lightbeer ducked under it nicely. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Lightbeer lunges at Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jones's hand. Jones misses with the combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lightbeer! But no joy. Jones looks to throw the jab but Lightbeer is out of range. Lightbeer connects with an inside leg kick. Jones throws a series of punches but Lightbeer moves out of range. #T4# Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Jones throws a jab when Lightbeer was well out of range. Jones backing away here, and Lightbeer unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Jones tries to clinch but Lightbeer is having none of it. Jones connects with a leg kick. Lightbeer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Lightbeer swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones. Jones throws a hook to the side of Lightbeer's head but Lightbeer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Lightbeer throws a head kick but Jones moves out of range.
Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Jones lands with a right hand. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Lightbeer sizes up Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Lightbeer misses with a body shot.
Lightbeer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lightbeer looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. 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 Leandro Jones will probably get the nod. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# A head kick misses from Jones. #CL# Jones moves into range and clinches up with Lightbeer. Lightbeer pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC2# Lightbeer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Jones throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Lightbeer. Jones moves in looking to clinch but Lightbeer pushes him off. Lightbeer throws a leg kick but Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Jones misses with a low kick.
Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones tries to land a leg kick but Lightbeer saw it coming and moves away.
Leandro Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Lightbeer scores with a head kick.
Jones throws a right hand that Lightbeer ducks under and follows up with a left that Lightbeer also avoids with ease. Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lightbeer tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lightbeer to the ground. Lightbeer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL# Jones takes the fight into the clinch. #T1##BC2# Lightbeer manages to break the clinch.
Lightbeer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice jab there from Lightbeer. Lightbeer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Jones takes a shot right to the bread basket. Lightbeer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Lightbeer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Lightbeer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Lightbeer throws a sloppy head kick and Jones moves out of range easily. Jones throwing a counter right hand but Lightbeer manages to avoid it. A head kick misses from Lightbeer. A big right from Jones misses. #T2# Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lightbeer momentarily.
Jones lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Lightbeer moves out of range of the body kick. Lightbeer throws a head kick that half lands.
Lightbeer lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Lightbeer defending well as Jones loads up on a big left hand. Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Lightbeer only half commits to the counter leg kick. Jab by Jones. Lightbeer misses with a head kick.
Lightbeer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3# Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL# Jones has closed the distance and engaged Lightbeer in a clinch.
Lightbeer stalling.
Lightbeer is pushing Jones up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #TD# Jones gets control of Lightbeer's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jones will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SU2# Lightbeer gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Jones lands with a straight right. Lightbeer didn't see that one coming. Lightbeer scores with a jab. Jones shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lightbeer but Lightbeer pushes him off and we're back to square one. Lightbeer throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4# Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Jones throws a right hand that Lightbeer ducks under and follows up with a left that Lightbeer also avoids with ease. It seemed like Lightbeer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lightbeers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jones misses with a looping right.#CL# Jones clinches up against the cage. Lightbeer has Jones pushed against the cage.#BC2# Lightbeer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lightbeer feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jones's calf. Jones throws a lazy right hand but Lightbeer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A countering left hand to the body from Lightbeer misses. A jab from Lightbeer misses. A jab from Lightbeer misses. Lightbeer throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jones. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Leandro Jones will probably get the nod. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Lightbeer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Jones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lightbeer defends it nicely. Lightbeer slips a straight right by Jones. A punch combination from Jones misses. Lightbeer misses with a straight left. Lightbeer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Lightbeer. Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones is looking to clinch. Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lightbeer. Lightbeer misses with a low kick. Lightbeer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jones to score with a decent uppercut.#T1# Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Jones fails with a takedown attempt. Lightbeer cracks Jones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Lightbeer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Jones fails in his attempt to clinch. Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lightbeer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Jones's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Jones duly obliges. Lightbeer throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Lightbeer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Jones tries to clinch up but Lightbeer circles away and keeps his distance. Lightbeer misses with a head kick.
#T2# Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
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! Lightbeer lands a jab-cross combination. Nice jab there from Jones. #ROC# Lightbeer is rocked! Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Lightbeer is still on wobbly legs! Can Jones finish him? Nice uppercut there from Jones. Lightbeer misses with a body shot.
Lightbeer throws a head kick that half lands.
Lightbeer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Jones misses with a wild combination.
Good exchange - Jones coming out on top. Jones misses the jab. Jones swinging wildly here.
#T3# Lightbeer connects with the punch. Lightbeer seems to have recovered his senses. Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Leandro Jones is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Jones dips to his left and cracks Lightbeer with an uppercut! Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Jones misses with an uppercut. Lightbeer raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Jones blocks a head kick by Lightbeer.
Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Jones misses with a low kick. Lightbeer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Jones ducks under a wild hook from Lightbeer. Lightbeer is looking to chop away at Jones's legs. Lightbeer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones. Jones misses with a wild combination.
#T4# Lightbeer misses with a head kick.
Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Jones shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lightbeer eats them both and turns towards Jones to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Lightbeer backs up against the cage.
Jones misses with a hook. Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Lightbeer loads up on a big right hand but Jones slips the punch. Jones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Buzz Lightbeer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Lightbeer misses with a looping right. Lightbeer ducks right into an uppercut from Jones. Jones takes one to the chin there. Jones misses with a hook. Lightbeer ducked under it nicely. Lightbeer throws out a counter right but Jones avoids it with no problem.
And that's the end of the fight! Leandro Jones showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jones, 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:28 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leandro Jones! Leandro Jones was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
gc144
Date: Apr 08, 2017 |
#R1# Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cantor. No joy there for Jones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A left and a right from Jones both land. Nice combination. #TD# Jones looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Jones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Cantor wants to improve his position but Jones is controlling well.
Cantor holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. Jones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Cantor does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Cantor trying to hold on to Jones's head to control him but Jones postures up.
#SUB# Jones is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Jones prevents Cantor from improving his position.#T1# Cantor wants to control but Jones is keeping busy.
Jones drops an elbow to the side of Cantor's head. #SUB2# Cantor is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jones pulls his head out easily. Cantor gets back to full guard.
#SUB2# Cantor is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Jones tries to stand but Cantor is controlling from the bottom. Jones throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Cantor looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Jones wants to get up but he can't break Cantor's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Cantor is controlling Jones's posture. Our spies down at at Spetznaz Training Center inform us that Cantor has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Cantor looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2# Cantor looking for a guillotine here but Jones defends easily.
Cantor looking to control but Jones passes into half guard.
Cantor blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jones. #SUB2# Cantor looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Cantor looking for submissions off his back.#T3##SUB# Jones is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cantor has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB# Jones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cantor defends it well. Jones works his way into side control. Jones landing a few strikes. Cantor struggling a bit here. Cantor is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jones's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4# Cantor gets back to full guard.
#SUB2# Cantor is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well. Cantor avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2# Cantor looking for a triangle here. Jones is fighting it but it looks tight! Cantor pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Jones is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Roger Cantor! Roger Cantor really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sin City Allstars logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
gc141.5
Date: Mar 17, 2017 |
#R1# Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Socha connects with a right hand. Jones shakes it off. A slow jab from Socha misses its intended target. Socha throws out a loose jab but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. A little feinted left hand from Jones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Socha swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Socha! But no joy. Jones throws the left hand but Socha avoids the punch easily. Jones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Socha circles away quickly and effectively. Jones looks for the body kick but Socha saw that one coming. Jones tries to clinch but Socha moves out of range. Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Socha. Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Socha.
Socha with a jab. A big left from Socha misses. Socha smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. This has been an exciting period of action! Socha slips a jab and a cross from Jones.
#T1# Socha scores with a jab. Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Socha avoids it really well and circles away. Socha takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Socha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones. Jones slips under a jab. It looked like Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC# Socha is rocked! Karl Socha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Socha takes one to the chin there. Socha is still on wobbly legs! Can Jones finish him? Jones is pawing at Socha, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Socha's nose. Socha is badly hurt! Jones pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Socha tries desperately to hold on but Jones is relentless in his assault! As Socha receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Jones away and this one is in the books!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leandro Jones! In his post fight interview, Leandro Jones started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
gc140.5
Date: Mar 11, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Jones closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pillowhands to the mat! Pillowhands manages to get full guard. #SU# Jones decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Pillowhands slips a jab from Jones. Jones rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pillowhands moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Pillowhands drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jones defends it well. Jones throws a lazy right hand but Pillowhands sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD# Jones shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Pillowhands is trying to defend but Jones finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SU# Jones decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. A decent looking cross lands there for Jones. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD# Jones scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T1# Jones misses with the ground and pound.#SU# Jones has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Jones misses the jab. Pillowhands with the counter takedown but Jones avoids it easily.#TD# Jones looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Pillowhands! Jones misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Jones creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pillowhands sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Who's going to make the next move? The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Pillowhands tries to improve position but can't. #T2# Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pillowhands keeps working. #SU# Jones stands up. Pillowhands uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones. Pillowhands is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL# Pillowhands gets tackled into the cage by Jones. Jones maintains the clinch. Jones is struggling to control the position.#BC# Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD# Jones looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Pillowhands avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones. #T3# Jones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Jones is figuring out what he wants to do next. Jones thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pillowhands's head. Pillowhands is doing well to control the position and prevent Jones from advancing to side control. Jones looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Jones throwing shots but Pillowhands is blocking nicely. Jones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Pillowhands trying to hold on to Jones's head to control him but Jones postures up.
Jones working over Pillowhands with some ground and pound. Pillowhands looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T4# Jones drops an elbow to the side of Pillowhands's head. Jones working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Jones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Pillowhands is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Jones is looking to stall here but Pillowhands recovers full guard. Pillowhands avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Pillowhands keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully. Jones makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Jones dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2##TD# Jones closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Jones creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pillowhands sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SU# Jones stands up. #TD# Jones looking for a takedown here - he's got it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Pillowhands looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Pillowhands is retaining full guard. Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pillowhands works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1# Jones throws a big right hand that misses. Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pillowhands can do to turn this around? Jones trying to control but Pillowhands is working from the bottom. Pillowhands is pulling down on Jones's head. It's preventing any offense from Jones, at least for the moment. Jones trying to control but Pillowhands is working from the bottom. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pillowhands holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD# Jones throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Pillowhands was covering up waiting for the punch and Jones finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T2##SU# Jones gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD# Jones shoots in and gets a takedown into Pillowhands's guard. Jones wants to pass the guard but Pillowhands is keeping the position. Pillowhands managing to control the position. Jones throwing strikes but missing. #T3# Jones throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SU# Jones stands up from Pillowhands's guard - Jones perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD# Jones looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB# Jones is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pillowhands sees it coming and defends easily. Pillowhands wants to improve his position but Jones is controlling well.
#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. Jones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Jones thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pillowhands's head. Pillowhands is looking to control Jones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pillowhands avoid being mounted?#SU# Jones stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. Jones swinging wildly here.
And Pillowhands tries to counter it with a takedown but Jones pushes his down on his head and steps out. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Pillowhands has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Pillowhands's head. Jones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Pillowhands. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Jones dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3##CL# Jones closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Jones gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Pillowhands.
#BC# Jones breaks from the clinch.
#TD# Jones throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Pillowhands was covering up waiting for the punch and Jones finishes the takedown easily into guard. Jones being controlled here momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Pillowhands working a defensive guard here.
Pillowhands has Jones pulled in close to control his posture. Pillowhands utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Douche Pillowhands has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Pillowhands is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jones in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Nice uppercut lands for Jones. That snapped Pillowhands's head back.
Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Nice jab there from Jones. #CL# Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC# Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pillowhands steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones. Jones clobbers Pillowhands with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Jones throws a good cross that connects.
Leandro Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Jones throws a looping overhand right but Pillowhands ducks down to avoid it. #T3# Nice shot by Jones.#TD# Pillowhands gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Leandro Jones is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU# Jones stands up from Pillowhands's guard - Jones perhaps looking for a knockout. Jones misses with a head kick.
Pillowhands displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab. Pillowhands tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD# Jones closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pillowhands quickly recovers to half guard. Jones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Pillowhands wants to control but Jones is keeping busy and won't allow it. Jones trying to control the pace. #T4# Pillowhands is trying to get back to full guard. Pillowhands keeps control of the position for the meantime. Jones wants to free his trapped foot but Pillowhands is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that's the end of the fight! Leandro Jones showed his dominance in that final round. Well Jones 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:24 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:24 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leandro Jones! Leandro Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. Douche Pillowhands was interviewed post fight and said 'I'm not sure where to go from here? Do I keep fighting?'.
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Event:
gc137
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Jones closes the distance and pushes Lightbeer back into the cage. Lightbeer is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy. Lightbeer taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#TD# Jones turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Lightbeer is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB# Jones is trying to get an arm triangle but Lightbeer is defending well. #SUB# Jones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB# Jones tries for a kimura but Lightbeer is defending well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lightbeer wants to get back to his feet.#SUB# Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Lightbeer is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T1##SUB# Jones tries for a kimura but Lightbeer is defending well. Jones prevents Lightbeer from escaping the position.#SUB# Jones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lightbeer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB# Jones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lightbeer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Jones prevents Lightbeer from escaping the position.#ES2# Lightbeer explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! Lightbeer feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down. Lightbeer throws out a leg kick but Jones moves out of range and Lightbeer only half commits. #TD# Jones shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB# Jones is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lightbeer sees it coming and defends easily.#T2# Lightbeer wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB# Jones is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lightbeer is trying to stand.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Jones wants to pass to mount but Lightbeer is defending the position. Jones prevents Lightbeer from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2# Lightbeer has one foot on Jones's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Lightbeer scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Lightbeer takes one to the side of the head.
Jones checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Lightbeer swings away with a leg kick that misses. Lightbeer throws a chopping leg kick but Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Lightbeer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. A leg kick checked by Jones.#T3##TD# Jones drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Lightbeer is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Lightbeer is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB# Jones thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lightbeer is keeping the position for now. Lightbeer wants to stand and escape but Jones is having none of it. Lightbeer keeping full guard, as Jones tries to pass. Jones with a nice head shot there.#ES2# Lightbeer pushes Jones off and gets back to his feet.
#TD# Jones drives through with a takedown into guard. Lightbeer wants to get back to his feet but Jones is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Jones lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4# Jones stands up over Lightbeer, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB# Jones drops back looking for a leg! Lightbeer is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lightbeer manages to kick Jones off! Jones jumps back into Lightbeer's guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#ES2# Lightbeer manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#CL# Jones instigates a clinch. Lightbeer content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Lightbeer will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jones up against the cage. Lightbeer receives a warning from the referee for stalling. Lightbeer is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Lightbeer is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy.#BC2# Lightbeer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Buzz Lightbeer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Lightbeer misses with a leg kick letting Jones counter with a right hand. Lightbeer throws a leg kick that misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Buzz Lightbeer will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL# Jones clinches up with Lightbeer and pushes him back against the cage. Jones letting Lightbeer take a breather here. Jones has Lightbeer pressed against the cage, preventing Lightbeer from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Jones as Lightbeer tries to tie him up. Lightbeer is stalling here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Buzz Lightbeer. Lightbeer lands a leg kick that knocks Jones off balance momentarily.#TD# Jones darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB# Jones is working for a kimura but Lightbeer is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lightbeer wants to get back to his feet.
Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lightbeer keeps working. #T1##ES2# Lightbeer has one foot on Jones's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. Lightbeer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jones is able to avoid easily.#TD# Jones shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES2# Lightbeer manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Jones keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Lightbeer trying to control the position but instead, Jones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lightbeer into the cage. Lightbeer stalling.
Lightbeer is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Lightbeer is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy.#BC# Jones breaks from the clinch.
#TD# Jones drives through with a takedown into Lightbeer's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #ES2# Lightbeer has his feet on Jones's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lightbeer has time to react. Buzz Lightbeer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD# Jones dives in and scores a takedown into Lightbeer's guard. Jones throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Jones wants to control from the top but Lightbeer keeps moving. Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Lightbeer is retaining full guard. #ES2# Lightbeer scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Lightbeer throws a leg kick but Jones moved away. Lightbeer motions for Jones to come forward. Lightbeer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Jones lands with a right hand. Jones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lightbeer can pounce on him.
Lightbeer lands with a thumping leg kick.
#TD# Jones dives in and scores a takedown into Lightbeer's guard.#ES2# Lightbeer has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Jones is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. Lightbeer wants to stall.
#T3##BC2# Lightbeer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Some bone on bone action there as Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jones throwing a counter right hand but Lightbeer manages to avoid it. Jones moves out of range of the leg kick from Lightbeer.#TD# Lightbeer tries to sprawl but Jones drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2# Lightbeer kicks Jones off and gets back to his feet. Lightbeer is breathing heavily. Jones connects with a jab. Jones checks the leg kick.#TD# Jones drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2# Lightbeer has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Jones has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. Jones is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Both fighters working to control the clinch. Lightbeer is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones has double underhooks. Lightbeer tries to stall but Jones uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lightbeer is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy. The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Lightbeer. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#TD# Jones turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Jones manages to end up in side control.#T4# Jones fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Lightbeer is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Jones has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB# Jones is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lightbeer has escaped the position, nice work there. Buzz Lightbeer has got the better of the ground game so far. The strikes coming from Jones are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB# Jones looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Lightbeer tries to escape but Jones is in control. #ES2# Lightbeer sneaks out the side door and pushes Jones away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Lightbeer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD# Jones drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2# Lightbeer pushes Jones off and gets back to his feet.
Jones tests Lightbeer's chin there with a solid looking shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Buzz Lightbeer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Lightbeer 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. Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Lightbeer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Lightbeer feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down. Lightbeer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Lightbeer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lightbeer tries to work over Jones's front leg with a kick but Jones checks it. It looks like Jones has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him. Lightbeer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jones is able to avoid easily.#CL# Jones forces Lightbeer back against the cage and clinches. Lightbeer is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lightbeer is pushing Jones up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Lightbeer working hard to break the clinch.#TD# Jones has clasped his hands together around Lightbeer's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Lightbeer is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. Jones 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.#T1##SUB# Jones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lightbeer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB# Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB# Jones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lightbeer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Jones connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Lightbeer some visible discomfort.
Lightbeer is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Jones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lightbeer wants to get back to his feet but Jones drags him back down.#SUB# Jones wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lightbeer, who protects the arm well. Lightbeer is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Jones asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB# Jones tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jones has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Lightbeer wants to get back to his feet but Jones drags him back down.#T3# Lightbeer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB# Jones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB# Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Lightbeer is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Jones is controlling him well.#SUB# Jones is trying to get an arm triangle but Lightbeer is defending well. Lightbeer is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB# Jones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lightbeer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Lightbeer wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! Lightbeer defending against the ground and pound. Lightbeer tries to escape but Jones is in control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Jones tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jones has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Lightbeer is trying to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight! Leandro Jones showed his dominance in that final round. I think Lightbeer 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:29 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:29 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
gc129
Date: Dec 25, 2016 |
#R1# Take lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD# Jones drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB# Jones thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Take tries to get back to half guard but can't. Take is still trying to improve position. Jones fails to land a wild elbow strike.
You can see the frustration on Take's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB# Jones tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jones has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Jones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Take is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Take sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T1# Jones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Take wants to improve his position but Jones is controlling well.
#SUB# Jones is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Take trying to control but Jones postures up.
Take tries to get to full guard but Jones has control of the leg. Take trying to control here.
Take gets full guard. Jones slips nicely into half guard.#SUB# Jones is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2# Take is trying is best to control the position here. Jones trying to mount his opponent but Take defends it. Take is trying to maintain the position but Jones is very close to passing his half guard. Take slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Take is trying to control the position but Jones postures up. Jones wants to control from the top but Take keeps moving. Take managing to control the position. Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3# Take is adopting a defensive guard. Jones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Take swivels though and keeps the full guard. Take has control of Jones's left arm, preventing Jones from doing any damage. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Take lands with a thumping leg kick.
Take tries to score with a low kick but Jones moves his leg out of the way. Take misses with a body kick.#CL2# Take darts in and clinches Jones up against the cage. Take lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jones. Take fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Take throws a head punch that misses. Take fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4# Take fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Take swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Take has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Take misses with some punches.
Take misses with a hook from the clinch. Jones drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones. Take looks to throw an elbow but misses. Jones can't get the takedown.
Take throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Take misses with a punch on the inside.
Take working aggressively here.
Take misses with some punches.
Take misses with a short punch on the inside. Take misses with a short punch on the inside. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yamato Take dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Jones shoots in for a double leg but Take sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Take keeps Jones at a distance using the push kick. Take tries to score with a low kick but Jones moves his leg out of the way. Take misses with a low kick. Jones misses with a takedown attempt - Take sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Jones looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Take is fending him off so far but Jones persists. Nope, Take circles away and we're back to standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Take's waist but Take gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jones off to one side. Take lands the left hand. Nice body kick from Take. Take thows a body kick. Jones tries to catch it but that hurt him. Take scores with a jab to the jaw. Take jabs Jones right on the nose. Jones blinks but takes it well. Take misses with a body kick. Jones wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Take feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jones's calf. Jones shoots in but Take avoids the takedown attempt easily. Yamato Take is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1# Take cracks Jones with an open hand slap. Take catches Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! A punch lands to the side of Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL# Jones forces Take back against the cage and clinches. Take misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Take misses with some punches.
Jones tries to score a body lock takedown but Take shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Take swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD# Jones manages to pull guard.
Take's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB# Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Take 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. #SUB# Jones looking for a guillotine here but Take defends easily.
#T2# Take controlling from the top position. Jones striking off his back but it's not causing Take any problems. Take works a leg free and moves into half guard. Jones trying to control from the bottom.
Take sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB# Jones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Take pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Jones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3# Jones is looking for a sweep. Take is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Take is taking a breather. Jones 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.#SUB# Jones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Well, if Take 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.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#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.#SUB# Jones actively working from the bottom here. Take controlling the action here.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Take has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Jones is landing a low percentage of strikes. Jones checks a low kick from Take. Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Jones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Take can pounce on him.
Good leg kick by Take there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Take keeps Jones at a distance using the push kick. Take thows a left - swing and a miss! Nice takedown defense from Take. No joy for Jones on that attempt. Take lands a nice shot to the body.
Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Take. Jones shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Take but Take pushes him off and we're back to square one. Jones looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Take is fending him off so far but Jones persists. Nope, Take circles away and we're back to standing. Take flicks out a counter leg kick but Jones steps away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yamato Take showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Jones shoots in looking for a takedown but Take manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. It seemed like Take was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Take is looking to land body kicks. Jones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Jones tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Take swivels and escapes. Take looks like he wants to counter punch here. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Take scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Take scoring well with a low kick there.
Take misses with a leg kick. Jones throwing a counter right hand but Take manages to avoid it. Take goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Jones throws a hook but Take avoids it easily. Take throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Take keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Take looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Jones shoots for a takedown but Take saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Take lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Take has been the more effective fighter overall so far. That kick from Take tenderised Jones's leg. Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Take lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1# Take catches Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Take fakes the leg kick and cracks Jones in the body. Take throws a leg kick which misses Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Jones tries to avoid it. Take fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Take lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Take lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Take scores with a push kick. Take waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones. Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A chopping leg kick lands by Take. Take sizes up Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Take looks to throw the jab but Jones is out of range. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Take keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Take throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Take fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2# Take throws a shot to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Take. Take throws a hook but Jones avoids it easily. Jones was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Jones tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Take swivels and escapes. Take jabs at Jones's body. Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2# Take clinches with his opponent.
Jones wants a takedown.
Jones fails to pull guard.
Take throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. Jones prevents a body shot from Take. Take tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones's elbow. A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones. Jones wants to take the fight to the mat but Take manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Take misses with the head strike.
#T3# Take lands with a right to the head. Take throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. Yamato Take seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Take working aggressively here.
#TD# Jones gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Take pulls Jones in close to his closed guard and prevents Jones from doing any damage or advancing position. Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jones looking to pass the guard. Take seems keen to control Jones's posture.#T4# Jones stands and throws Take's legs to the side, diving into side control. Take controls the position for a moment.#SUB# Jones goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Take rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Jones's guard! Nice work there by Take! Take 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. Yamato Take is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
And that's the end of the fight! Yamato Take comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Take 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yamato Take!
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Event:
gc123
Date: Nov 13, 2016 |
#R1# Jones wants to clinch. Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Jones pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Gullion just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Gullion keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Gullion is looking for the big counter here. Jones fails with a takedown attempt from distance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A thudding body kick lands there by Gullion!
Gullion throws a head kick that misses. Gullion misses with a head kick.
#CL# Jones instigates a clinch. Jones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##BC2# Gullion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gullion tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gullion to the ground. Gullion escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gullion avoids it really well and circles away. Jones goes for a double leg but Gullion avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gullion continues to drive forward. Gullion is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Jones on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Gullion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Gullion throws a body kick that misses. Gullion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones tries to clinch up and Gullion counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. Jones throws a lazy right hand but Gullion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Gullion throws a sloppy head kick and Jones moves out of range easily. #T2# Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gullion sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Gullion. Gullion lands a jab to the nose. Gullion blocks a head kick by Jones.
Gullion connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gullion misses with a head kick.
Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Gullion is quick to defend against it. Jones shoots in for a takedown but Gullion shows good takedown defense. #TD# Jones scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB# Jones wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gullion, who protects the arm well. Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gullion keeps working. Gullion is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T3# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Jones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gullion knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Gullion is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB# Jones goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Gullion rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Jones's guard! Nice work there by Gullion! Gullion trying to stand up but can't free himself from Jones's guard.#T4##SU2# Gullion stands up and waves to Jones to follow him. Gullion throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it. Olliver Gullion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but Gullion sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Gullion is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Jones doesn't succeed with the takedown and Gullion counters with a flying knee. Nice. Good standup being displayed there by Jones as he connects with a hook. Nice defenses there by Jones. Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Olliver Gullion dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Jones tries to clinch up. Gullion tries a quick counter leg kick but Jones is wise to it. Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Gullion throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it.#TD# Jones looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Gullion! Gullion is trying to get back to his feet. Gullion really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jones. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#ES2# Gullion throws Jones to one side and escapes!#TD# Jones looking to score a takedown here. Gullion is defending well but Jones drives through and ends up in Gullion's guard.#ES2# Gullion wriggles free and stands up. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gullion swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones. Gullion scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1# Gullion defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones. Gullion throws a wild body kick that Jones sees coming a mile off. Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gullion manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Gullion keeps the fight on the outside. Gullion steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Jones misses with a looping left.#TD# Jones manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Gullion on his heels. He'll look to pass Gullion's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB# Jones drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gullion looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gullion looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gullion! #REVB# Jones sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Gullion tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Jones. #SUB# Gullion moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Jones.#T2##SU2# Gullion stands up and we're back to a striking position. Gullion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Gullion throws a head kick that misses. Jones wants to clinch. Gullion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Gullion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jones moves out of range as Gullion strikes. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Jones tries to close the distance and clinch but Gullion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3# Gullion stuffs the takedown attempt from Jones. Jones gets slowly back to his feet. Gullion throws a sloppy head kick and Gullion takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jones connects with a high kick. Crunch! Gullion slams his shin into Jones's torso. Jones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gullion's waist but Gullion gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jones off to one side. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Gullion goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gullion. Gullion misses with a body kick. Jones was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Gullion throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jones. Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Gullion circles away from the clinch attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Gullion, which made it look bad. #T4# Gullion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Gullion looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action! Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD# Jones decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB# Jones is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#ES2# Gullion pushes Jones off and gets back to his feet. Gullion keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Gullion looks like he wants to counter punch here. Jones is looking to clinch. Gullion throws a head kick but Jones moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Olliver Gullion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Jones moves in looking to clinch but Gullion pushes him off. Gullion bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Gullion scores with a push kick. Gullion lands a high kick!
Gullion keeps the fight on the outside. Jones looks for a takedown but Gullion sprawls well. Gullion tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Gullion. Jones tries to clinch but Gullion moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gullion as he avoids it easily. Gullion throws a big counter head kick but Jones avoids it with no problem. Gullion bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gullion paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL# Jones moves into the clinch. A frustrated look appears on Gullion's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1##BC2# Gullion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Jones moves away from the strike by Gullion. #CL# Jones closes the distance and clinches.#BC2# Gullion breaks from the clinch.
Jones will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. A head kick misses from Gullion. #CL# Jones rushes Gullion and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Gullion is trying to push Jones away but Jones has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Jones tries to stall but Gullion uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gullions head. Gullion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2# Gullion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Jones. Gullion is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Jones has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Jones scoring with punches from side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Gullion is not content to let Jones control the position. #SUB# Jones thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Jones goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gullion has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jones but great work by Gullion. Jones manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Jones is trying to stand.
#T3##SU2# Gullion postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Jones to stand up. No luck for Jones with that takedown attempt. Gullion throws a fast counter high kick but Jones manages to duck under it in time. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jones moves to clinch but Gullion breaks away and Gullion counters with a right hand to the body. Gullion finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Gullion throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Gullion throws a head kick that Jones semi-blocks.
Gullion throws a wild body kick that Jones sees coming a mile off. Jones throws a series of punches but Gullion moves out of range. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jones crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Gullion - the referee stops the clock and Jones gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Gullion. Jones manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Leandro Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Jones takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Jones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Gullion counters with a stiff right hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Gullion throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Gullion connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Jones closes the distance but Gullion moves to the side and Gullion counters with a big head kick but Jones shrugs it off. Gullion throws a head kick but Jones moves out of range.
Olliver Gullion seems to be getting the better of the standup. Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Gullion thinks about the counter body kick. Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Gullion circles away.
Jones takes a swing at Gullion's ribcage but misses. Jones stalks Gullion and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Gullion's face. Gullion staggers backwards, shaken. Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Olliver Gullion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Gullion 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30 Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Olliver Gullion! Olliver Gullion decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
gc120
Date: Oct 21, 2016 |
#R1# Puzo stuffs the takedown. Jones avoids the head kick by Puzo.
Jones tries a low kick but Puzo avoids it. Puzo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jones with a body shot. Puzo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Puzo.
Puzo punishes Jones's body with a nice straight punch.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD# Jones gets control of Puzo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jones will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#ES# Jones uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Puzo missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Puzo tries to land a leg kick but Jones saw it coming and moves away.
Jones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Puzo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones blocks a leg kick.#T1# Puzo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones misses the target. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jones.#CL# Puzo gets tackled into the cage by Jones. Jones maintains the clinch. Puzo has had enough of the clinch but Jones keeps him there for the moment. Puzo takes an elbow to the forehead. Puzo's coach down at Tayne's 4d3d3d3 Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Puzo's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Puzo can't break the clinch.
#BC# Jones manages to break the clinch.
Jones is looking to clinch. Nice sprawl there from Puzo as Jones shoots in. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jones fails with the takedown. Jones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Puzo defends it nicely.#T2# Jones is looking to clinch but Puzo is avoiding it.
#CL# Jones drives through and clinches with Puzo against the cage.
Jones fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Puzo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy.#BC2# Puzo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Puzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL# Jones pushes Puzo up against the cage in a clinch. Jones tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Puzo just stands there and leans against the cage. Puzo is trying to force a seperation but Jones has the dominant position. Puzo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Puzo tries to break the clinch but Jones is controlling the position. Puzo is trying to push Jones away but Jones has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Puzo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3# Jones has Puzo pressed against the cage, preventing Puzo from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2# Puzo breaks from the clinch.
Jones wants to clinch. Puzo staying out of range there. Puzo slaps away a takedown attempt from Jones, before circling back to the center of the mat. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jones. Nice sprawl there from Puzo as Jones shoots in. Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but Puzo sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Puzo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Puzo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Jones shoots in but Puzo avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4# Puzo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jones on the side of the head. Mario Puzo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD# Jones closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB# Jones is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB# Jones is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Puzo has managed to free his arm - good work. Puzo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Puzo can do anything to dispel that myth. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB# Jones is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Puzo is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Leandro Jones! Leandro Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
gc116
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1# A punch combination from Stankevich misses. #CL# Jones moves into the clinch. Jones being controlled against the cage. Stankevich displaying some good clinch control by pressing Jones up against the cage. Jones is trying to pull guard but Stankevich has him pressed against the cage. Stankevich has had enough of the clinch but Jones keeps him there for the moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Stankevich tries to break the clinch but Jones is controlling the position. #BC2# Stankevich breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stankevich is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Jones fails to land the takedown.#T1# Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Stankevich avoids it really well and circles away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Stankevich throws a body punch but Jones moves out of range. #CL# Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Stankevich can't break the clinch.
Jones taking a breather. Stankevich is struggling to control the position. A frustrated look appears on Stankevich's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2##BC# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Stankevich dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Stankevich waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones. A solid body kick from Jones. Stankevich misses with a hook
and Stankevich takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Stankevich counters with a straight right hand. Stankevich misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones.
Stankevich misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming. Jones throwing a counter right hand but Stankevich manages to avoid it. Stankevich throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Jones counter with a right hand. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Stankevich throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it. #T3# Stankevich misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stankevich. Stankevich circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stankevich throws out a counter right but Jones avoids it with no problem. Stankevich lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones off the cage and back into range. Stankevich misses the jab. Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Jones tries to clinch there but Stankevich circles away.
Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Stankevich circles away.
Stankevich throws an off balance right hand
and Jones counters with a lovely shot to the body. Stankevich moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Stankevich throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4# Stankevich lands a jab.#TD# Jones closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Stankevich did well to prevent Jones getting side control. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Stankevich trying to control from the bottom.
Stankevich blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jones. #SUB# Jones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Stankevich defends it well. Stankevich gets back to full guard.
Jones won't allow Stankevich to sweep him here. Jones with a flurry of punches that miss. Stankevich preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Igor Stankevich dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Stankevich throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD# Stankevich tries to sprawl but Jones drives through with a takedown into half guard. Stankevich is trying to stand.
#SUB# Jones wants to work for an arm triangle but Stankevich is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Stankevich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Stankevich wants to get back to his feet.
Jones thows a huge punch but Stankevich dodges it nicely.
Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Stankevich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB# Jones seems to be working for a kimura but Stankevich defends the submission attempt. Stankevich regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1# Jones cracks Stankevich with a solid left hand. Jones 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. Jones prevents Stankevich from getting back to his feet. Stankevich looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Stankevich lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Stankevich trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stankevich is aware though and is defending well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Stankevich tries to stand but Jones is controlling from the bottom. Stankevich wants to control from the top but Jones keeps moving. Stankevich has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Jones is proving hard to escape from. #T2##SUB# Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Leandro Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Jones has a closed guard, preventing Stankevich from standing up. Stankevich controls from within his opponent's guard. Jones is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB# Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Jones, not yet. #T3# Stankevich trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom. Stankevich looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Stankevich throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jones counters with a big head kick but Stankevich shrugs it off. Stankevich swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones. Stankevich doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Stankevich scores with the left hand. Jones knows he should have avoided that one. Stankevich throws an off balance right hand
and Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4# Jones fails with the takedown. Stankevich lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Stankevich defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones. Stankevich dips to his left and cracks Jones with an uppercut! A looping hook to the body misses from Stankevich. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Jones appears to be looking for a big counter. Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Stankevich has time to react. Nice defenses there by Jones. Stankevich misses with a looping left. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL# Jones moves into range and clinches up with Stankevich. Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Stankevich uses good head movement to avoid it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones has Stankevich pressed against the cage, preventing Stankevich from circling away and getting back to striking at range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Leandro Jones will probably get the nod. That's time! Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Jones with a lazy takedown attempt and Stankevich counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Jones throws a shot from downtown. Stankevich moves away and avoids it.#CL# Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Stankevich looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Stankevich stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position. #BC2# Stankevich breaks from the clinch.
Stankevich throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones shoots in looking for a takedown but Stankevich manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Stankevich throws out a counter right but Jones avoids it with no problem. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Stankevich avoids it really well and circles away.#T1# Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Jones slips a jab and a cross from Stankevich.
Nice takedown defense from Stankevich. No joy for Jones on that attempt. Jones misses with a takedown and Stankevich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stankevich. An attempted straight right counter from Jones misses the target. Jones misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2# Jones moves forwards but Stankevich connects with a nice, crisp jab. Stankevich throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it. #CL# Jones gets a clinch. Jones can't get the takedown.
Stankevich is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Jones is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Jones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC# Jones breaks from the clinch.
Stankevich is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jones.#T3# Jones avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones closes the distance but Stankevich moves to the side and Stankevich counters with a stiff right hand. #CL# Jones closes the distance and clinches.#BC2# Stankevich escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Stankevich tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Stankevich to the ground. Stankevich escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL# Jones clinches with his opponent.
Stalling in the clinch from Stankevich.
#BC# Jones breaks from the clinch.
Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Stankevich throws a body shot but no joy. #T4# Stankevich throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it. Jones is looking to counter punch. Stankevich avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Stankevich let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Jones throws a big shot that misses. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Stankevich! But no joy. Jones takes a swing at Stankevich's ribcage but misses. Igor Stankevich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jones. A countering left hand to the body from Stankevich misses. Stankevich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Stankevich. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Jones wants to clinch up but Stankevich keeps it at a distance. Jones shoots in looking for a takedown. Stankevich tries to sprawl out of it but Jones keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Stankevich manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that's the end of the fight! Igor Stankevich comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Stankevich has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Igor Stankevich! Igor Stankevich gave a mention to Bushido Fightwear in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
gc112
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1# Jones shoots for a takedown but Eluard saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Eluard.
Jones looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Eluard is fending him off so far but Jones persists. Nope, Eluard circles away and we're back to standing. We've been hearing reports that Eluard has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. A looping hook to the body misses from Eluard. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Eluard throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it. Jones misses with a body shot.
Jones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Eluard's hands. Eluard lands a right hook to the body.
We've been informed that Jones has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Eluard scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Eluard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away. Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Eluard looks to land a combination but Jones avoids it well. Jones fails with a takedown attempt. Martinez Eluard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones.#T1# Eluard tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Jones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Some wild striking there from Jones.
Eluard misses with a body shot.
Eluard needs to keep his hands up - Jones had a free shot at his head there. Jones slips under a jab from Eluard. Eluard cracks Jones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T2# Eluard moves in looking to clinch but Jones pushes him off. Jones avoids the body shot from Eluard.
It seemed like Jones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. The fighters circling - Eluard throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A little jabbing left from Jones on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Jones throws a lazy right hand but Eluard sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Jones moves away from the strike by Eluard. Jones ducks under a wild hook from Eluard. Jones lands with an uppercut that bounces Eluard off the cage and back into range. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Jones misses with an uppercut. Eluard scores with a jab to the head.
Jones slips under a jab. Eluard tries to close the distance and clinch but Jones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Jones staying out of range there.#T3# Eluard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it. Despite the aggression on Jones's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Eluard misses with a wild combination.
Jones unleashes a big counter combination but Eluard bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Eluard avoids a punch combination nicely.
Eluard throwing a counter right hand but Jones manages to avoid it. Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Eluard sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Eluard on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Eluard just misses with a punch to the body.
Eluard walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Eluard connects with a leg kick. Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Eluard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Eluard. Eluard takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T4# Eluard tries to clinch but Jones is having none of it. Jones tries a quick counter leg kick but Eluard is wise to it. Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Eluard counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Eluard connects with an inside leg kick. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Eluard. Eluard takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Eluard, which made it look bad. #TD2# Jones closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Eluard quickly recovers to half guard. Eluard is looking to control Jones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Eluard avoid being mounted? Jones trying to control the action but Eluard is working from the bottom. 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 Martinez Eluard will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Jones dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Eluard. That did some damage! Eluard's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Eluard duly obliges. Eluard connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD2# Jones throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Eluard tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Jones is in Eluard's guard.#SUB# Eluard is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Eluard is looking for a triangle but Jones pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Eluard is looking for a triangle but Jones pushes his legs off easily.
Jones throws a big right hand that misses. Eluard preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Jones is looking to work some ground and pound but Eluard has wrist control.#T1# Eluard wants to sweep here but Jones controlling him for the moment. #SUB# Eluard is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Eluard keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully. Eluard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jones is one step ahead there. Eluard working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Eluard is retaining full guard. #SUB# Eluard had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jones defends it easily. Jones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB# Eluard had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jones defends it easily.#SUB2# Jones drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jones jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB# Eluard is looking for a triangle but Jones pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# Jones drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Eluard dives on top into guard.#REVR# Eluard wants to control from the top but Jones keeps moving. Jones keeping full guard, as Eluard tries to pass. #SUB# Eluard is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T3# Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Eluard passes easily into side control. Nice work. Jones prevents Eluard from improving position. Eluard is looking to take a break and control but Jones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Eluard wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jones, who protects the arm well. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB# Eluard tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Eluard has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Jones manages to work his way to half guard, despite Eluard's best efforts. Jones tries to roll over but Eluard keeps him under control. Jones trying to hold on to Eluard's head to control him but Eluard postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Eluard is looking for a kimura but Jones is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Eluard to get the leverage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Martinez Eluard dominated that second 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Jones misses with a body shot.
Eluard blocks a jab. Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jones fails with a takedown attempt. It looked like Eluard was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jones. Eluard throws a body punch but Jones moves out of range. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones! But no joy. Eluard takes a swing at Jones's ribcage but misses. Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Eluard counters with a right hand to the body. Eluard swings for the body but Jones moves out of range.
Jones misses the shot to the body. Martinez Eluard is winning the standup battle so far.#T1# Jones slips a jab from Eluard. Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Eluard. Nice takedown defense from Eluard. No joy for Jones on that attempt. Eluard swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Jones blocks a jab. Eluard loads up on a big right hand but Jones slips the punch. Jones closes the distance and lands a one-two. Nice cross by Jones. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Eluard lands a nice hook to Jones's body. Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Jones dives in and grabs Eluard's left leg, looking for a takedown. Eluard pushes down on Jones's head and hops out. Martinez Eluard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Eluard scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Eluard leaves Jones with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2# Jones fails miserably with a takedown attempt. A combination from Jones does no damage. Eluard moves out of range as Jones strikes. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Eluard is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jones. Eluard displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones. Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Eluard misses the jab. Jones throws out a counter right but Eluard avoids it with no problem. Eluard throws a big shot that misses. Jones appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD2# Jones fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Eluard to the ground. Jones is now in Eluard's guard. Jones sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Eluard's guard. #SUB2# Jones is looking for a kimura but Eluard is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jones to get the leverage. #T3##SUB# Jones throws a strike but Eluard manages to get a kimura sweep and he's found himself on top with the kimura half locked in! This would be a real turnaround! He's torquing it... Will Jones tap??? YES! He's tapped! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Martinez Eluard! An out of breath Martinez Eluard 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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Date: Jul 02, 2016 |
#R1# Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gullion. Gullion defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones. Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Jones has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Gullion is landing a low percentage of strikes. Gullion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jones throws a body kick that misses. Gullion went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Gullion throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jones on the side of the head. Both fighters circling a little - Gullion finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Gullion throws a good cross that connects.
Gullion delivers a nice body kick. Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. 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! Gullion paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Good standup being displayed there by Jones as he connects with a hook. Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gullion sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Gullion is looking to counter with head kicks. An inside leg kick lands from Jones. Olliver Gullion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1# Jones misses with a body punch
and Gullion counters with a flying knee. Nice. Jones moves in looking to clinch but Gullion pushes him off. A clash of legs there as Jones blocks the low kick. Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Jones blocks a head kick by Gullion.
Gullion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2# Jones instigates a clinch. Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC# Gullion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Gullion throws a leg kick but Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Jones shoots in but no luck this time. Gullion throws a counter high kick but Jones was just alert enough to avoid it. Olliver Gullion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones blocks the body kick.
Jones blocks a head kick by Gullion.
A head kick by Gullion misses and Jones counters with a nice body shot. Gullion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2# Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Gullion.
As Gullion backs off Jones throws a huge counter combo but Gullion manages to avoid it all.#CL2# Jones closes the distance and clinches.#BC2# Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. This has been an exciting period of action! Gullion throws a nice outside leg kick. Gullion ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Gullion is looking to chop away at Jones's legs. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jones throws a series of punches but Gullion moves out of range. Jones takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gullion throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Jones misses with a wild body shot. Jones misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gullion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T3# Gullion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Gullion throws a lazy head kick and Jones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Nice defenses there by Gullion. Jones tries to move into range but Gullion moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Gullion throwing a counter right hand but Jones manages to avoid it. A head kick by Gullion misses letting Jones counter with a right hand. Gullion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones. Gullion goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Gullion pushes Jones away with a front kick. Decent striking displayed by Gullion there. The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4# Gullion scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Jones connects with a single shot there. Gullion drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Jones misses with a looping right. Gullion keeps the fight on the outside. Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Gullion lands a high kick!
Gullion throws a head kick but Jones moves out of range.
Gullion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gullion throwing a counter right hand but Jones manages to avoid it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Olliver Gullion dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Jones walks forward, straight into a front kick from Gullion. Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jones. Gullion throws a sloppy head kick and Jones moves out of range easily. Gullion throws a lazy body kick letting Jones counter with a right hand. Jones fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Gullion throws a counter high kick but Jones was just alert enough to avoid it. Olliver Gullion is winning the standup battle so far. Gullion takes one to the chin there.#TD2# Jones changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Gullion looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Gullion wants to get back to his feet but Jones drags him back down. Jones throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2# Jones looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2# Jones is trying to get an arm triangle but Gullion is defending well. #T1# Jones sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Gullion is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Gullion is trying to buck Jones off.#SUB2# Jones looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Jones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Jones prevents Gullion from escaping the position.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Jones tries for a kimura but Gullion is defending well. #ES# Gullion throws Jones to one side and escapes! Nice sprawl there from Gullion as Jones shoots in. Gullion looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Olliver Gullion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gullion on the side of the head. Jones steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Gullion. That one must have hurt. Gullion throws a head kick that misses. Gullion pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Jones throws a series of punches but Gullion avoids them all with ease. Jones swinging wildly here.
#T3# Gullion throws a head kick that misses and Jones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Gullion throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Gullion misses with a shot to the body and Jones counters with a right hand to the body. Gullion stuffs the takedown attempt from Jones. Jones gets slowly back to his feet. An inside leg kick lands from Gullion. Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gullion. Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Jones has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Gullion. Gullion throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Jones shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gullion eats them both and turns towards Jones to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Gullion fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Gullion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T4# Jones throws a right hand that Gullion ducks under and follows up with a left that Gullion also avoids with ease. A combination from Jones does no damage. #TD2# Jones drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2# Jones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gullion is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Sloppy strikes there by Jones. Gullion wants to get back to his feet. Jones tries to score with some ground and pound. Gullion controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. Jones is looking to take a break and control but Gullion is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Jones prevents Gullion from escaping the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Gullion throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Jones's head. Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
Jones dips to his left and cracks Gullion with an uppercut! Gullion throws a head kick that Jones semi-blocks.
Jones throws a head kick that misses. Jones misses with a left hand and Gullion counters with a body kick. Gullion just misses with a punch to the body.
Gullion scores with a spinning back kick! Gullion throws a lazy body kick and Jones counters with a nice body kick.
Gullion lands with a good body shot. Gullion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gullion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gullion sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1# Jones looks to land a combination but Gullion avoids it well. Gullion throws the kick towards the body but Jones avoids it. The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Gullion punishes Jones's body with a nice straight punch. Gullion tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Jones dives in and grabs Gullion's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gullion pushes down on Jones's head and hops out. Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gullion sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gullion tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gullion to the ground. Gullion escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Olliver Gullion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leandro Jones. Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Gullion throws a sloppy head kick and Jones moves out of range easily. #T2# Nice defenses there by Jones. A solid body kick from Gullion. #TD2# Jones feints and as Gullion raises his hands in defense, Jones changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES# Gullion has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Jones has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC# Gullion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gullion stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gullion wants it to stay on the feet. Jones fails with a takedown attempt. A looping hook to the body misses from Gullion. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gullion sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T3# Gullion is looking to land body kicks. Gullion avoids a kick to the body.
Gullion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Gullion misses with a body kick. Jones misses with a wild combination.
Gullion thinks about countering with a head kick. Gullion throws a nice head kick!
Jones takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Gullion throws a head kick that misses and Jones counters with a three punch combo that has Gullion backing up. Gullion nods at Jones to acknowledge the strikes. Gullion lands a jab to the head.
Nice takedown defense from Gullion. No joy for Jones on that attempt. #T4# Jones wants to clinch and Gullion counters with a right hand to the body. Gullion circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Jones throws a jab when Gullion was well out of range. Gullion scores with a hook. Jones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gullion defends it nicely. Gullion looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. A thudding body kick lands there by Gullion!
And that's the end of the fight! Olliver Gullion showed his dominance in that final round. I think Gullion has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28 Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Olliver Gullion! A very excited looking Olliver Gullion rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Date: Jun 04, 2016 |
#R1# Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Halo.#TD# Halo dives in and scores a takedown into Jones's guard. Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones is retaining full guard. Halo passes Jones's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Halo wants to free his trapped foot but Jones is holding on for dear life with his legs. Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Halo. #SUB# Halo is trying to work for a kimura but Jones is defending well.
Halo thows a huge punch but Jones dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Halo 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.
#SUB# Halo is trying to work for a kimura but Jones is defending well.
#T1##SUB# Halo is working for a kimura but Jones is defending it quite comfortably.
#ES2# Jones pushes Halo off and gets back to his feet. Halo fails with a takedown attempt. Halo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jones as he jumps to the side. Halo with a lazy takedown attempt and Jones counters with a stiff right hand. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Halo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jones's guard. Halo looking to pass the guard. Jones avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Halo 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.#T2# Halo throws a big right hand that misses. Halo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB# Halo postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Jones is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Halo, into his guard. #REVB# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jones wants to get up but he can't break Halo's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU2# Halo is working an open guard so Jones takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. Halo tries for a takedown but Jones circles away easily The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. and Jones counters with a left and a right that stings Halo. #TD# Halo shoots in and bounces Jones off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2# Jones has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Halo off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T3# Jones with a jab. Halo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Jones slips a jab and a cross from Halo.
Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Halo. #TD# Jones gets caught flat footed, as Halo shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES2# Jones pushes Halo off and scrambles back to his feet.
Jones throws out a loose jab but Halo uses good head movement to avoid it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Halo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. A combination from Halo does no damage. Halo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jones's waist but Jones gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Halo off to one side. A punch combination from Jones misses. Halo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jones tries to avoid it but Halo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jones to the ground. Jones escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Halo dives in and grabs Jones's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jones pushes down on Halo's head and hops out.#T4# A telegraphed takedown attempt from Halo is defended easily by Jones. Arthur Halo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Halo is breathing heavily. Nice takedown defense from Jones. No joy for Halo on that attempt. Halo on the wrong end of a nice hook. Halo looks for a takedown but Jones sprawls well. Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Halo shoots in for a double leg but Jones sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Leandro Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Halo closes the distance and clinches up with Jones, looking for a takedown. Halo pushes Jones against the cage but Jones circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Jones is looking for the big counter here. Jones swinging wildly here.
Jones throws a series of punches but Halo avoids them all with ease. Halo doesn't succeed with the takedown and Jones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Halo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jones as he jumps to the side. Halo throws a right and a left that both miss. A nice combination there by Jones.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Jones dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Halo shoots in looking for a takedown but Jones manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Halo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Halo with a poor takedown and Jones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Halo is defended easily by Jones. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him. Halo with a lazy takedown attempt and Jones counters with a nice uppercut. Jones slaps away a takedown attempt from Halo, before circling back to the center of the mat. Nice sprawl there from Jones as Halo shoots in. Halo shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Halo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jones can pounce on him.
Halo looks for a takedown but Jones sprawls well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Halo ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Halo needs to keep his hands up - Jones had a free shot at his head there. Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. No luck for Halo with that takedown attempt. #T1# No luck with that takedown attempt from Halo. Jones feints with a jab and clips Halo right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Halo is sent crashing into the canvas and Jones leaps in for the kill! Halo tries to get to his feet but Jones is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Halo is in need of a savior and steps in!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leandro Jones!
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Date: Mar 26, 2016 |
#R1##TD2# Jones scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES# Tyrmaaja explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No luck for Tyrmaaja with that takedown attempt. Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD# Tyrmaaja shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tyrmaaja showed some decent athleticism there. Jones pushes Tyrmaaja off looking to stand but Tyrmaaja dives back in and keeps control.
Tyrmaaja sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though. Jones keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Tyrmaaja sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though. #T1# Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tyrmaaja. Tyrmaaja thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jones's head. #ES2# Jones kicks off Tyrmaaja and gets to his feet. Tyrmaaja showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jones.
Tyrmaaja was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Nice sprawl there from Jones as Tyrmaaja shoots in. Jones throws out a counter right but Tyrmaaja avoids it with no problem.#TD# Tyrmaaja 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. Tyrmaaja lands a couple of decent looking shots. Tyrmaaja preventing the sweep. Tyrmaaja stops Jones from standing up. Tyrmaaja looking to sit in guard and control but Jones gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Tyrmaaja working a defensive guard here.
#T2##SU2# Jones gets to his feet - Tyrmaaja follows without any prompting. Leandro Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sloppy strikes from Jones. Those never looked like landing. Tyrmaaja blocks a jab. It looked like Tyrmaaja was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Jones throws a lazy right hand but Tyrmaaja sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrmaaja shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aulis Tyrmaaja. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrmaaja dives in for a single leg takedown but Jones sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Tyrmaaja tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jones defends well and Tyrmaaja ends up having to push Jones into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Jones throws a jab when Tyrmaaja was well out of range. Nice sprawl there from Jones as Tyrmaaja shoots in. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones! But no joy. Jones swings widly with a right hand
letting Tyrmaaja counter with a right hand. Jones works the jab nicely.#T3# Tyrmaaja on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrmaaja looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jones is fending him off so far but Tyrmaaja persists. Nope, Jones circles away and we're back to standing. A punch combination from Jones misses. Tyrmaaja misses with a takedown and Jones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Jones clobbers Tyrmaaja with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Tyrmaaja misses with a takedown and Jones counters with a nice uppercut. Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tyrmaaja bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrmaaja on the wrong end of a nice jab. 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! Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T4# Jones throws a nice looking combination but Tyrmaaja bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Nice takedown defense from Jones. No joy for Tyrmaaja on that attempt. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones! But no joy. Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrmaaja. Tyrmaaja shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jones as he avoids it easily. Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrmaaja takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A slow jab from Jones misses its intended target. Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Jones shoots in and drives through. Tyrmaaja sprawls well.#TD# Tyrmaaja drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrmaaja trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrmaaja trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Jones dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Tyrmaaja shoots in for a double leg but Jones sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jab from Jones. Tyrmaaja shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense. Jones lands a jab to the nose. Tyrmaaja tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jones defends well and Tyrmaaja ends up having to push Jones into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aulis Tyrmaaja. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrmaaja avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones throws a looping overhand right but Tyrmaaja ducks down to avoid it. Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Tyrmaaja connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Jones throws the left hand but Tyrmaaja avoids the punch easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Tyrmaaja shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Tyrmaaja trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrmaaja postures up in Jones's guard and throws a big left but Jones blocks it. #T1# Tyrmaaja throwing strikes but missing. Jones keeping full guard, as Tyrmaaja tries to pass. #SU# Tyrmaaja gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Jones connects with a single shot there. Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Aulis Tyrmaaja is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrmaaja will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Tyrmaaja uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones. Tyrmaaja shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jones defends it nicely. Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2# Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Jones misses with a double jab
and Tyrmaaja counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrmaaja darts in looking for a takedown but Jones gets double underhooks and turns Tyrmaaja into the cage. #TD# Tyrmaaja shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jones's guard. Jones wants to control the position but Tyrmaaja says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#ES2# Jones manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Tyrmaaja keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Tyrmaaja keeps control of Jones as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2# Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jones lands a jab.#T3# Tyrmaaja tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jones sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tyrmaaja somewhat. Tyrmaaja ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. It looked like Tyrmaaja was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Tyrmaaja fails with a takedown attempt. Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Tyrmaaja counters with a right hand to the body. Jones misses with a two punch combination.
Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrmaaja takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T4# Tyrmaaja ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrmaaja shoots in looking for a takedown but Jones manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tyrmaaja's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Tyrmaaja fails with a takedown attempt. Tyrmaaja ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Tyrmaaja appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Tyrmaaja darts in looking for a takedown but Jones gets double underhooks and turns Tyrmaaja into the cage. Jones misses with a hook. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyrmaaja tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jones swivels and escapes. Tyrmaaja takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tyrmaaja momentarily.
#TD# Tyrmaaja closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Jones to the mat! Jones manages to get full guard. #ES2# Jones is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Tyrmaaja presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round! #R3# Tyrmaaja takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Jab from Jones. Jones tries to bum rush Tyrmaaja with a series of wild strikes but Tyrmaaja uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Tyrmaaja tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jones swivels and escapes. Tyrmaaja ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Tyrmaaja looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrmaaja ducks right into an uppercut from Jones. Jones lands with an overhand left. Tyrmaaja looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jones is fending him off so far but Tyrmaaja persists. Nope, Jones circles away and we're back to standing. Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Tyrmaaja counters with a stiff right hand. Tyrmaaja moves away from the strike by Jones. Tyrmaaja closes the distance and clinches up with Jones, looking for a takedown. Tyrmaaja pushes Jones against the cage but Jones circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aulis Tyrmaaja. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrmaaja on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD# Tyrmaaja is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jones's half guard.#ES2# Jones has one foot on Tyrmaaja's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T1# Tyrmaaja on the wrong end of a nice hook. A swing and a miss from Jones. Tyrmaaja went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Tyrmaaja looks for a takedown but Jones sprawls well. Tyrmaaja bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrmaaja shoots in looking for a takedown but Jones manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tyrmaaja's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Jones with a lazy takedown attempt and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Tyrmaaja should have avoided that one. #T2# Jones misses with the combination.
A punch combination from Jones misses. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrmaaja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jones pinned against the cage. Jones gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Nice sprawl there from Jones as Tyrmaaja shoots in. It seemed like Jones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Jones misses with a left hand and Tyrmaaja counters with a two punch combo. Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Tyrmaaja counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Tyrmaaja takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrmaaja sees it coming and avoids it easily. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tyrmaaja is defended easily by Jones. Aulis Tyrmaaja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3# Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrmaaja. Jones shoots in for a takedown but Tyrmaaja shows good takedown defense. Jones throws a left and a right that both miss
and Tyrmaaja counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrmaaja fails with a takedown attempt. Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Leandro Jones is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Tyrmaaja moves out of range as Jones strikes. Tyrmaaja tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tyrmaaja is defended easily by Jones. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4# Tyrmaaja fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Tyrmaaja shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Tyrmaaja walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrmaaja closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jones circles away. Tyrmaaja walks into a left hand. Tyrmaaja closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Jones connects with the punch. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Jones lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tyrmaaja backs up against the cage.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones. Tyrmaaja fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jones avoids it really well and circles away.
And that's the end of the fight! Leandro Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Jones 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30 Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leandro Jones!
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