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Event:
Syn 536 - Maleficium
Date: Jul 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Todd lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT2#
It looks like Nathaniel Armstrong has been cut.
Todd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Armstrong drops down looking for a counter takedown but Todd sprawls and moves away.
Armstrong throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Todd's waist but Todd gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Armstrong off to one side.
Todd digs a good hook to Armstrong's body.
Todd misses with a two punch combination.
Todd throws a hook but Armstrong avoids it easily.
Armstrong throws a sloppy head kick and Todd moves out of range easily.
Armstrong scores with a jab to the jaw.
Armstrong cracks a nice hook into Todd's ribs.
Todd tries to bum rush Armstrong with a series of wild strikes but Armstrong uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Armstrong feinted with a counter takedown.
Armstrong is looking to clinch but Todd is avoiding it.
Todd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Armstrong avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Armstrong shoots in and bounces Todd off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Todd will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#SUB2#
Todd has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Armstrong is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Todd.
Todd is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Todd is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Armstrong landing a few strikes.
Armstrong in side control, throwing shots but Todd defends.
Todd tries to improve position but can't.
Todd sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Armstrong prevents Todd from improving his position.
Todd missing with punches from the bottom.
Todd manages to get to full guard.
Armstrong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Todd is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Armstrong throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Todd works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Todd doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Armstrong preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Todd looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Armstrong throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Todd has his foot on Armstrong's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Armstrong works his way back into a safe position though.
Armstrong stays in close to Todd's body and controls the position.
Armstrong throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Todd works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Armstrong slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Todd throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Todd looks to move to half guard but instead Armstrong has passed into mount! Damn!
Armstrong lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#T3#
Todd tries to reverse the position but Armstrong maintains control.
Armstrong lands a big shot there that rocks Todd but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Todd manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Todd flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#SUB2#
Todd actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Todd is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Armstrong pulls his head out easily.
Armstrong drops an elbow to the side of Todd's head. #SUB#
Armstrong is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Armstrong takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Armstrong is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Todd is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Armstrong pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Armstrong prevents Todd from improving his position.#SUB2#
Todd actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Todd looking for submissions off his back.
Armstrong throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Todd looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Armstrong trying to control the action but Todd is working from the bottom.
Armstrong thows a huge punch but Todd dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Todd actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Todd actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nathaniel Armstrong dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Armstrong defending well as Todd loads up on a big left hand.
Todd moves out of range as Armstrong strikes.
Todd misses with a wild body shot.
Armstrong feinted with a counter takedown.
Some wild striking there from Todd.
Todd walks into a straight right hand from Armstrong.
Armstrong slips a jab and a cross from Todd.
Armstrong misses with the combination.
Todd uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Armstrong lands a front kick.
Comanche Todd seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong lands a nice hook to Todd's body. Todd takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Todd connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Armstrong ducks right into an uppercut from Todd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Todd ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Todd gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Armstrong throws a head kick but Todd moves out of range.
#T1#
Armstrong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Todd.
Todd lands a nice looking body shot.
Comanche Todd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Armstrong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Todd.
#TD#
Armstrong gets a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Todd throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Todd is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Todd is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Armstrong pulls his head out easily.
Todd tries to roll over but Armstrong keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Todd is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Armstrong pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Todd looking for submissions off his back.
Todd is breathing heavily.
Armstrong drops an elbow to the side of Todd's head. #T2#
Armstrong trying to control the action but Todd is working from the bottom.
Todd wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Todd looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Todd actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Armstrong is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Todd defends it well. #SUB2#
Todd looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Todd tries to get to full guard but Armstrong has control of the leg. #T3##SUB#
Armstrong is looking for a kimura here.
Nathaniel Armstrong overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Armstrong is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Todd doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Armstrong.
Todd landing a few short strikes.
Todd striking from the bottom.
Armstrong passes to side control. #SUB#
Armstrong is trying to get an arm triangle but Todd is defending well.
Armstrong taking a breather here. #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.
The ground and pound from Armstrong seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Todd is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Armstrong looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Armstrong avoids the strikes from the bottom by Todd.
Armstrong tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Armstrong 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.
Armstrong throws a strike aimed at the side of Todd's head but Todd avoids it well.
Todd striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Armstrong trying to control the action but Todd is working from the bottom.
Armstrong misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nathaniel Armstrong dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Armstrong uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Todd.
Todd tries to bum rush Armstrong with a series of wild strikes but Armstrong uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Todd looks to land a combination but Armstrong avoids it well.
Todd throws the left hand but Armstrong avoids the punch easily.
Armstrong lands with a straight right. Todd didn't see that one coming.
Todd throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Armstrong dodges the punch combination from Todd.
Todd takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT#
It looks like Comanche Todd has been cut.
Comanche Todd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Todd connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Armstrong's hands.
Todd walks into a straight right hand from Armstrong.#ROC#
Todd is rocked!
Armstrong throws a head kick that half lands.
Todd is still on wobbly legs! Can Armstrong finish him?
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Armstrong misses with a series of wild punches.
Armstrong will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Armstrong, as that shot connected.
Todd takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Armstrong looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Todd scores with a jab.
Armstrong scores with a crisp jab that stopped Todd in his tracks.
Todd lands a two punch combo.
Todd swings for the body but Armstrong moves out of range.
Comanche Todd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Todd misses with a hook.
Armstrong shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Todd pinned against the cage. Todd gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Todd moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A punch combination from Armstrong misses.
Todd tests Armstrong's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Todd seems to have recovered his senses.
Todd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Todd looks to throw the jab but Armstrong is out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Armstrong takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Todd misses with a right hand #TD#
and Armstrong counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Todd is looking for a triangle here but Armstrong uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Todd striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
#T2#
Todd manages to get back to half guard.
Todd makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Todd.
Armstrong trying to control but Todd is working from the bottom.
Armstrong scoring with some ground and pound.
Armstrong slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Armstrong takes advantage of some sloppy striking from Todd to pass into mount.
Armstrong throwing strikes here but Todd is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Todd is in all sorts of trouble here.
Armstrong sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Todd is controlling an arm, preventing Armstrong from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T3#
Todd is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Todd regains half guard.#SUB#
Armstrong is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Todd sees it coming and defends easily.
Comanche Todd has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Still in half guard, Armstrong seems content to control.
Nathaniel Armstrong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Todd wants to improve his position but Armstrong is controlling well.
Todd tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Armstrong is trying to control the action in half guard but Todd is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Todd flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Armstrong stalling. #SUB2#
Todd looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Todd is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Todd missing with punches from the bottom.
Todd is refusing to be controlled, as Armstrong sits in half guard. #SUB#
Armstrong is working for a submission of some sort.
Todd wants to improve his position but Armstrong is controlling well.
Todd landing strikes from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Nathaniel Armstrong.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Armstrong, 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nathaniel Armstrong!
Nathaniel Armstrong took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.
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Event:
Syn 532 - Euphoria
Date: Jun 30, 2017 |
#R1#
Armstrong digs a good body shot into Naoki's ribs.
Naoki throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Armstrong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Naoki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Armstrong.
Naoki connects with a jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Nathaniel Armstrong has been cut.
Armstrong looks to land a right hand but Naoki moved out of range.
Armstrong missing with a left hand there. Naoki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Naoki feints a jab promting Armstrong to slip. Naoki then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Armstrong slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Naoki lands with a straight right. Armstrong didn't see that one coming.
Armstrong moves away from the strike by Naoki.
Armstrong throws a body kick that misses
and Naoki makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Armstrong really felt that one!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Naoki lands a head kick. Armstrong smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Donk. Armstrong catches Naoki right on the button with a cross.
Naoki throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Naoki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Armstrong.
Armstrong scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Armstrong shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Naoki eats them both and turns towards Armstrong to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T1#
Armstrong takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Naoki leaves Armstrong with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Armstrong throws a head kick that misses.
Armstrong throws a sloppy head kick and Naoki moves out of range easily.
Armstrong 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.
Naoki scores with a nice strike.
Naoki lands with a right hand. #CUT2#
Nathaniel Armstrong's cut is getting worse.
Naoki swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Armstrong counters with a single leg into guard. Naoki didn't expect that.
Naoki keeping moving, preventing Armstrong from controlling successfully.
Naoki is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Armstrong stopping the sweep attempt from Naoki.#T2#
Naoki keeping full guard, as Armstrong tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Armstrong throws a big right hand that misses.
Armstrong 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.
Armstrong throws an elbow that misses. Naoki uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Armstrong's guard. Nice move by Naoki!#REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Naoki wants to pass the guard but Armstrong is keeping the position.
Naoki engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3##SUB#
Armstrong has his foot on Naoki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Naoki works his way back into a safe position though.
Armstrong keeping moving, preventing Naoki from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Naoki avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Naoki wants to stand but Armstrong has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Armstrong looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Armstrong is trying to hold Naoki in close to prevent damage but Naoki has managed to pass into half guard.
My spies in Russian Bears Elite Gym inform me that Naoki has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Naoki wants to get back to his feet.
Armstrong has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Naoki is working away from the top position though.
Naoki not doing much here.
Armstrong is looking to improve his position.
Naoki not doing much here.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeshi Naoki dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Armstrong throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Armstrong throws a series of strikes that have Naoki backpedaling.
#CUT#
It looks like Takeshi Naoki has been cut.
Armstrong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Naoki.
Naoki walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Armstrong blocks a head kick by Naoki.
Armstrong lunges at Naoki with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Naoki's hand.
Naoki throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Armstrong counters with a shoot takedown. Naoki fights it but they end up in guard.
Naoki seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Armstrong wants to pass the guard but Naoki is keeping the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Naoki wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Armstrong advances position into side control!#T1#
Naoki regains half guard.
Armstrong thows a huge punch but Naoki dodges it nicely.
Naoki moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Armstrong tries to free his leg and advance position but Naoki is retaining full guard.
Nathaniel Armstrong overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Naoki manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Armstrong manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Armstrong keeping moving, preventing Naoki from controlling successfully.
Armstrong has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Naoki has passed into side control.
Naoki trying to control the action but Armstrong is working from the bottom. #T2#
Armstrong tries to bench press Naoki off him but Naoki keeps the position.
Naoki tries to stand but Armstrong is controlling his head. #SU2#
Naoki has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #CL2#
Naoki moves into the clinch.
Armstrong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Naoki lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Armstrong backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Armstrong. #T3#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Naoki swings wildly with an uppercut but Armstrong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Armstrong is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Naoki wants a takedown but no success here.
Naoki lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Armstrong backwards. #BC2#
Naoki manages to break the clinch.
Armstrong takes a swing at Naoki's ribcage but misses.
Naoki scores with a jab to the body.
Naoki lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Armstrong throws a sloppy head kick and Naoki moves out of range easily.
Naoki lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Armstrong misses with a wild combination.
#T4#
Naoki blocks a jab.
A jab from Armstrong misses.
Naoki is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Armstrong looks to land a right hand but Naoki moved out of range.
Armstrong takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Naoki misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Naoki tries to keep at a distance but Armstrong has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Armstrong effectively controlling the action here.#TD#
Armstrong works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Naoki wants to stand up but Armstrong is controlling him.
Naoki working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Armstrong.
Naoki not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
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 Nathaniel Armstrong will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Armstrong lands a two punch combo.
Naoki throws a sloppy head kick and Armstrong moves out of range easily.
Good shot there by Naoki.
Naoki lands a jab to the head.
Some bone on bone action there as Armstrong checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Armstrong. Naoki does a little dance to reset his feet.
Armstrong avoids the head kick by Naoki.
Armstrong half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Naoki scores with a body shot.
Takeshi Naoki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Naoki scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
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!
Armstrong misses with a shot to the body #KD2#
and Naoki counters with a head kick that drops Armstrong - he's looking to finish, following his stunned foe to the ground! #ROC2#
Armstrong is rocked!#SU2#
Naoki stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Oh Armstrong is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Naoki throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Naoki cracks Armstrong with a hook to the temple - Armstrong is on wobbly legs here! Naoki swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Armstrong falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Naoki wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Takeshi Naoki!
A determined Takeshi Naoki didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
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Event:
OFC 292: Riccuito vs Hensen
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Armstrong lands a slapping body shot.
Armstrong swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Armstrong's jab looks to have found its range, popping Flux under the eye.
A jab from Flux misses.
We've been told by Armstrong's head coaches at LOD London Top Tier that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Flux takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Flux needs to keep his hands up - Armstrong had a free shot at his head there.
Armstrong misses with a head kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Armstrong or perhaps it was just good defense by Flux, which made it look bad.
Flux with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Armstrong cracks Flux with a good jab.
A punch combination from Armstrong misses.
Flux staying out of range there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Armstrong throws a predictable looking body shot
and Flux counters with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Flux just misses with a punch to the body.
Dante Flux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Armstrong throws a predictable looking body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Armstrong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Armstrong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Armstrong. Flux does a little dance to reset his feet.
Flux takes a swing at Armstrong's ribcage but misses.
Armstrong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Flux lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Nathaniel Armstrong has been cut.
Armstrong throws out a loose jab but Flux uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Flux fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Armstrong, pushing him back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Flux.
Flux struggles to land a body shot inside as Armstrong controls his hands.
Flux lands an uppercut.
Flux misses with the head strike.
#T2#
Flux tries a body shot but Armstrong blocks it.
#TD#
Armstrong is trying to trip Flux. He has hold of a leg but Flux is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Armstrong persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Flux controlling the position.
Armstrong throws a big elbow that misses.
Armstrong wants to pass the guard but Flux is keeping the position.
Flux pulls Armstrong in close to prevent any damage.
Armstrong trying to control the position from guard on top but Flux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Armstrong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Flux is keeping the position for now.
Armstrong with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Armstrong loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Armstrong postures up in Flux's guard and throws a big left but Flux blocks it.
Flux looking for a sweep. Not yet Flux, not yet.
Armstrong looking to pass the guard.
Flux is trying to control the position but Armstrong postures up.
Armstrong won't allow Flux to sweep him here.
Armstrong trying to control but Flux is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Armstrong ducks under a wild hook from Flux.
Armstrong dips to his left and cracks Flux with an uppercut!
Armstrong scores with a sloppy right hand. Flux should have avoided that one.
Flux throws a series of punches but Armstrong avoids them all with ease.
Armstrong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Flux.
#T4#
Flux misses with a two punch combination.
Flux throws a nice looking combination but Armstrong bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nathaniel Armstrong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Armstrong throws a sloppy head kick and Flux moves out of range easily.
Armstrong connects with an inside leg kick.
Flux tries to clinch up.
Armstrong drops down looking for a counter takedown but Flux sprawls and moves away.
Good leg kick by Flux there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Armstrong tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Flux defends well and Armstrong ends up having to push Flux into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Armstrong takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Flux lets loose with a powerful body kick. Armstrong will feel that in the morning.
Flux looks to score with a jab to the body but Armstrong is just out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Flux, as that shot connected.
Armstrong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Flux.
The fighters circle momentarily. Armstrong darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Nathaniel Armstrong will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
That's time! Armstrong's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Armstrong connects with a nice looking jab.
Flux walks into a straight right hand from Armstrong.
Flux dodges the punch combination from Armstrong.
Armstrong uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Flux has time to react.
Good leg kick by Flux there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Armstrong throws a jab but it's blocked by Flux.
Flux swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Armstrong lands a jab to Flux's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flux lands a nice hook to Armstrong's body. Armstrong takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice straight punches there by Armstrong. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Armstrong.
Armstrong throws an overhand right that lands on Flux's shoulder, as Flux tries to avoid the shot.
Flux slips under a jab.#T1#
Good exchange - Armstrong coming out on top.
Armstrong throws a hook but Flux blocks it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Flux darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Armstrong scores with a nice head shot.
Armstrong throws a jab when Flux was well out of range.
Armstrong throws the left hand but Flux avoids the punch easily.
Flux shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Flux gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Armstrong tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Flux manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Armstrong shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Flux as he jumps to the side.
Flux tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Armstrong paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A good leg kick by Flux. #T2#
Flux on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Armstrong. Armstrong obviously looking to wear him down.
Flux tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Flux lands with a straight right. Armstrong didn't see that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Armstrong on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Flux. Flux obviously looking to wear him down.
Nathaniel Armstrong is winning the standup battle so far.
Flux dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Armstrong. That did some damage!
Armstrong ducks under a wild hook from Flux.
Armstrong checks a low kick from Flux.
Flux tests Armstrong's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Flux lands a nice leg kick that just misses Armstrong's sensitive parts.
Armstrong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Flux.
Armstrong misses with a looping right.#T3#
Flux throws a looping overhand right but Armstrong ducks down to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Armstrong. Flux does a little dance to reset his feet.
Armstrong misses with a straight right.
Armstrong misses with a wild body shot.
Armstrong fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Flux avoids it really well and circles away.
Flux lands with a thumping leg kick.
Flux connects with a high kick. #CL2#
Flux closes the distance and clinches.
Flux tries to work over Armstrong's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Flux trying to land knees to the body.
Armstrong pressing his opponent against the cage.
Flux struggles to land a body shot inside as Armstrong controls his hands.
Flux pushes Armstrong back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Armstrong blocking some punches.
Armstrong wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathaniel Armstrong. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Armstrong tries to work over Flux's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Flux misses with a punch to the body.
Armstrong blocks a body shot from Flux.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Flux.
Armstrong drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Flux gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A head punch on the inside from Flux fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Dante Flux will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Armstrong tries to bum rush Flux with a series of wild strikes but Flux uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little jabbing left from Flux on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Flux ducks under a wild hook from Armstrong.
Armstrong sets himself, and Flux steps forward looking for the clinch! Armstrong avoids it this time.
Flux explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Flux lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Armstrong at a distance.
Armstrong changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Flux tries to avoid it but Armstrong manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Flux to the ground. Flux escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Flux shapes to counter with a head kick.
Nice body punch from Flux.
Nice cross by Armstrong.
Flux throws the left hand but Armstrong avoids the punch easily.
Armstrong throws a jab but it's blocked by Flux.
Flux looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong misses with an uppercut
enabling Flux to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice straight punches there by Armstrong. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Armstrong.
Flux is looking to clinch.
Armstrong misses with a takedown attempt
and Flux counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Flux looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Flux looks to score with a jab to the body but Armstrong is just out of range.
Flux tries a low kick but Armstrong avoids it.
Flux ducks under a wild hook from Armstrong.
Flux moves in looking to clinch but Armstrong pushes him off.
Armstrong is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Armstrong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Flux.
Armstrong misses with a straight right.
Armstrong shoots for a double leg takedown but Flux sprawls well. He's pushed Armstrong's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathaniel Armstrong. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Armstrong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Armstrong takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Armstrong throws a sloppy head kick and Flux moves out of range easily.
Armstrong wants to land a leg kick but Flux is out of range.
Flux has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#T2#
A slow jab from Flux misses its intended target.
Nice jab there from Flux.
Armstrong fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Flux on the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Armstrong. Flux does a little dance to reset his feet.
Armstrong slips under a jab.
Armstrong throws a nice head kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Armstrong lands a head kick!
Armstrong throws out a loose jab but Flux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Armstrong throws an overhand right that lands on Flux's shoulder, as Flux tries to avoid the shot.
Armstrong misses with a hook
and Flux counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Flux throws the left hand but Armstrong avoids the punch easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Armstrong. Flux does a little dance to reset his feet.
Flux moves out of range as Armstrong strikes.#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Flux as Armstrong shoots in.
Flux connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Flux dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Armstrong. That did some damage!
A head kick misses from Armstrong.
Armstrong clobbers Flux with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Flux connects with a good right hand that stumbles Armstrong. Armstrong circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Armstrong misses with a body kick.
Flux lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Armstrong darts in looking for a takedown but Flux gets double underhooks and turns Armstrong into the cage.
Flux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Armstrong.
It seemed like Flux was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Armstrong looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Flux throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Armstrong on the side of the head.
Armstrong clobbers Flux with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Armstrong throws a hook but Flux blocks it.
Flux is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Armstrong thuds his right hand into Flux's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2#
Flux instigates a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Armstrong.
Armstrong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Flux is stalling here.
Flux throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Flux.
Flux has a couple of punches blocked by Armstrong.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dante Flux comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Flux 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Dante Flux!
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Event:
OFC 286: Luzhin vs Al Qarni II
Date: May 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Imbula moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Nathaniel Armstrong has been cut.
Imbula misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice uppercut there from Armstrong.
Imbula throws a hook to the side of Armstrong's head but Armstrong sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Armstrong drops down looking for a counter takedown but Imbula sprawls and moves away.
Armstrong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Imbula misses with a combination
#TD#
and Armstrong counters with a single leg into guard. Imbula didn't expect that.
Armstrong postures up in Imbula's guard and throws a big left but Imbula blocks it.
Imbula is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Imbula seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Armstrong is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Imbula jumps into side control!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Imbula taking a breather here. #T1#
Armstrong gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Imbula trying to control but Armstrong is having none of it.
Armstrong tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Imbula landing strikes from the mount.
Imbula can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Armstrong is looking to escape.
Armstrong is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Imbula controlling from mount.
Armstrong is squirming around, avoiding Imbula's attempts to control the action.
Armstrong tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Imbula controlling the position easily from mount.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Imbula with good strikes from the mount here!#T3#
Armstrong stops Imbula from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Armstrong wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Imbula has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Armstrong's body.
Imbula is hanging on to Armstrong's back as he tries to escape.
Armstrong trying to control the hands but Imbula breaks the grip.
Imbula is trying to stick to Armstrong's back but Armstrong is turning into Imbula. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Imbula's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Armstrong.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Imbula looking to control.
#SUB2#
Imbula is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Armstrong is aware though and is defending well.
Imbula looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Armstrong has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4#
Armstrong slips nicely into half guard.
Armstrong thows a huge punch but Imbula dodges it nicely.
Armstrong trying to control the action but Imbula is working from the bottom.
Imbula wants to control but Armstrong is keeping busy.
Imbula moves into full guard.
Imbula looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Imbula looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Armstrong passes into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cheik Imbula dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Armstrong ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Armstrong dives in and grabs Imbula's left leg, looking for a takedown. Imbula pushes down on Armstrong's head and hops out.
Imbula tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Armstrong was well out of range. Poor timing from Imbula.
Armstrong changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Armstrong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Armstrong throws a lazy body kick
and Imbula counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Armstrong 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.
Armstrong misses with a right hand
enabling Imbula to counter with a crisp jab.
Armstrong goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Armstrong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Armstrong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Armstrong shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Imbula counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Armstrong shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Imbula thuds a left hand into Armstrong's body.
Armstrong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Imbula.
Armstrong ducks under a wild hook from Imbula.
The fighters circle momentarily. Armstrong darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Imbula misses with a body shot.
Armstrong throws a sloppy head kick
and Imbula counters with a stiff right hand.
Armstrong defending well as Imbula loads up on a big left hand.
Imbula avoids a punch combination nicely.
Imbula wants to counter with a clinch but Armstrong pushes him away.#T2#
Jab by Imbula.
Imbula ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Armstrong moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Armstrong throws a head kick but Imbula moves out of range.
Imbula misses with a body shot.
Armstrong lands a nice looking body shot.
Armstrong throws a sloppy head kick and Imbula moves out of range easily.
Armstrong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Imbula throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Armstrong swinging wildly here.
Armstrong scores with a head kick.
#T3#
Imbula wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Imbula fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Armstrong is out of range.
Armstrong connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Imbula falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Armstrong counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Armstrong got a little sloppy there for a moment and Imbula has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Armstrong has managed to get both his arms back between Imbula's legs - danger averted.
Armstrong won't allow Imbula to sweep him here.
Armstrong controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Imbula escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Armstrong gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4##SUB2#
Imbula looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Armstrong is looking to work some ground and pound but Imbula has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Imbula working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Armstrong doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Armstrong manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Imbula thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Armstrong trying to control the position from guard on top but Imbula is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Armstrong won't allow Imbula to sweep him here.
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 Nathaniel Armstrong will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Imbula. Armstrong does a little dance to reset his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Imbula.
Imbula staying out of range there.
Armstrong lands with a good body shot.
Armstrong scores with a head kick. Imbula tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Imbula throws a low kick but Armstrong moves out of range easily.
Armstrong throws a jab but it's blocked by Imbula.
Nathaniel Armstrong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Imbula swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Armstrong tries to counter with a takedown but Imbula is quick to defend against it.
Armstrong throws a head kick but Imbula moves out of range.
Imbula looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cheik Imbula seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong throws a head kick but Imbula moves out of range.
Imbula is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Armstrong with a body shot.
Imbula scores with a crisp jab that stopped Armstrong in his tracks.
Imbula throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
so Armstrong counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Armstrong trying to control but Imbula is working from the bottom. #T1#
Imbula looking to control.
Armstrong looking to pass the guard.
Armstrong showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Imbula has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Armstrong wants to control from the top but Imbula keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Imbula is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Armstrong throwing strikes from guard but Imbula blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Imbula uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Armstrong.
Imbula now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Imbula swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Armstrong counters with a single leg into guard. Imbula didn't expect that.
Armstrong stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Imbula swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Armstrong got a little sloppy there for a moment and Imbula has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Armstrong has managed to get both his arms back between Imbula's legs - danger averted.
Imbula bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Armstrong's guard. #REVB##T3#
Imbula trying to control but Armstrong is working from the bottom.
Armstrong will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Armstrong throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#SUB2#
Imbula drops back looking for a leg! Armstrong is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Armstrong manages to kick Imbula off! Imbula jumps back into Armstrong's guard. #SUB#
Armstrong isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Imbula stacks Armstrong on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Imbula!
Armstrong tries to control but Imbula manages to take his back.#T4#
Armstrong tries to break free.
Armstrong trying to survive by controlling the hands. #SUB2#
Armstrong showing good submission defense here.
#SUB2#
Imbula is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Armstrong is defending well though. Imbula let's go of the attempt for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Armstrong defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Imbula's arms.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Nathaniel Armstrong.
I think Armstrong 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
OFC 279: Viceroy vs Wyatt
Date: Apr 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Muntz throws a nice inside leg kick.
Muntz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Muntz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Armstrong lands a really nice looking cross but Muntz seems unphased.
Armstrong takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Armstrong scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Armstrong connects with a single shot there.
Muntz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Muntz - that will leave a mark!
Decent striking displayed by Muntz there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Armstrong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Muntz.
Muntz throws a leg kick #TD#
and Armstrong decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Muntz's guard.
Armstrong is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Armstrong wants to pass the guard but Muntz is keeping the position.#T1#
Armstrong trying to control but Muntz is working from the bottom.
Armstrong tries to free his leg and advance position but Muntz is retaining full guard.
Muntz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Armstrong is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Muntz looking for a guillotine here but Armstrong defends easily.
Armstrong wants to control from the top but Muntz keeps moving. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Muntz controls Armstrong momentarily but Armstrong frees himself.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Armstrong trying to control the position from guard on top but Muntz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Muntz tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Armstrong half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Armstrong misses with a hook. Muntz ducked under it nicely.
Armstrong moves forwards but Muntz connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Muntz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Armstrong.
Muntz looks to throw the jab but Armstrong is out of range.
A low kick from Muntz misses #TD#
and Armstrong counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Armstrong.
Muntz looking to control.
Muntz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Armstrong manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Muntz trying to control but Armstrong is working from the bottom. #T3#
Armstrong 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.#SUB#
Armstrong has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Muntz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Muntz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Armstrong is looking to cinch up a triangle. Muntz throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Armstrong's body to avoid the submission. Armstrong has instead reached around Muntz's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Armstrong arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nathaniel Armstrong!
A determined Nathaniel Armstrong didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
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Event:
OFC 271: Tokyo Drift
Date: Mar 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Halo throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Armstrong counter with a right hand.
Halo shoots for a takedown but Armstrong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Armstrong misses with a straight right.
Halo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Halo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Halo throws a lazy uppercut
and Armstrong counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Armstrong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Halo ducks under a wild hook from Armstrong.
Halo feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Armstrong.
Armstrong fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Halo on the side of the head.
Halo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Armstrong avoids it really well and circles away.
We've been told by Armstrong's head coaches at LOD London Top Tier that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nathaniel Armstrong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Arthur Halo.#T1#
Halo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Armstrong.
Halo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Armstrong.
Armstrong throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Armstrong throws out a loose jab but Halo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Halo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Armstrong misses with a low kick.
Halo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2#
Armstrong scores with a jab to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Armstrong.
Armstrong chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#TD2#
Halo shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Halo showed some decent athleticism there.
Halo tries to pass to full mount but Armstrong defends it. #SUB2#
Halo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Armstrong doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Halo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Halo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Halo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Halo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Halo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Armstrong defending well though.
Halo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Armstrong tries to get to full guard but Halo has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Halo seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Halo is working for a kimura but Armstrong is defending it quite comfortably.
Armstrong holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Halo lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Halo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Halo is working for a kimura but Armstrong is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4##SUB2#
Halo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Armstrong defends it well.
Armstrong preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Armstrong looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Armstrong keeping control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Halo is trying to work for a kimura but Armstrong is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nathaniel Armstrong dominated that round.
That's time! Armstrong's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Halo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Armstrong pinned against the cage. Armstrong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Armstrong swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
Halo shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Armstrong is trying to defend but Halo finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Halo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Armstrong sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Halo is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Halo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Armstrong doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Halo. #T1#
Halo is thwarting Armstrong's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Armstrong actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Halo seems to be looking for submissions.
Halo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Halo is looking for a kimura but Armstrong is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Halo to get the leverage.
Halo working Armstrong over with strikes.
Halo passes to side control.
Halo cracks Armstrong with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T2#
Halo connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Armstrong some visible discomfort.
Armstrong can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Halo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Armstrong is trying to control Halo's posture but Halo avoids it. #SUB2#
Halo goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Armstrong rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Halo's guard! Nice work there by Armstrong!
Our spies down at at FIERCE inform us that Halo has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Halo has a closed guard, preventing Armstrong from standing up.
Armstrong trying to control but Halo is working from the bottom.
Armstrong wants to pass the guard but Halo is keeping the position.#T3##SUB2#
Halo throws his legs up looking for a submission but Armstrong uses it to pass to side control.
Armstrong tries to score with some ground and pound. Halo controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Halo tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Armstrong trying to control the action but Halo is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Armstrong is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Halo is trying to escape and Armstrong transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Halo is forced to tap! Nice work there by Armstrong! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nathaniel Armstrong!
Nathaniel Armstrong thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Arthur Halo spoke after the fight, saying 'No big deal. I'll go back to training now. '.
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Event:
MFN 363
Date: Nov 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Ballzonya throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT2#
It looks like Nathaniel Armstrong has been cut.
Ballzonya explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Armstrong lands with a hook. Ballzonya tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Armstrong throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ballzonya.
Ballzonya throws a lazy right hand but Armstrong sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ballzonya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Armstrong moves away.
Armstrong appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A lazy body kick from Ballzonya #TD#
and Armstrong counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Ballzonya keeping full guard, as Armstrong tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ballzonya seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ballzonya looking to control.
Armstrong wants to control from the top but Ballzonya keeps moving. #SUB#
Armstrong drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ballzonya looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ballzonya looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ballzonya! #REVB##T1#
Ballzonya content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ballzonya connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Armstrong some visible discomfort.
Armstrong manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Ballzonya is doing well to control the position and prevent Armstrong from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Armstrong is working for a kimura but Ballzonya is defending it quite comfortably.
Ballzonya is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Armstrong throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Armstrong prevents Ballzonya from improving his position.
Armstrong is stalling here. Ballzonya is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Armstrong seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ballzonya has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Armstrong gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ballzonya keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Armstrong wants to improve his position but Ballzonya is controlling well.
Armstrong wants to sweep but Ballzonya has passed to side control!
Ballzonya trying to control the position but Armstrong is working away. #T3#
Armstrong gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Armstrong looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Armstrong actively working from the bottom here.
Armstrong is looking for a sweep. Ballzonya is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ballzonya trying to control from half guard but Armstrong is working away.
Armstrong has a hand on Ballzonya's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ballzonya takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ballzonya landing strikes from the mount and Armstrong is in trouble!
Armstrong tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ballzonya with shots to the head and body - Armstrong looks very uncomfortable down there.
Ballzonya looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ballzonya breaks from Armstrong's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Armstrong slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Armstrong is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ballzonya pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Ballzonya dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Armstrong dodges the punch combination from Ballzonya.
Ballzonya slips under a jab from Armstrong.
Armstrong with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ballzonya cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ballzonya feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Armstrongs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ballzonya misses with a right hand
and Armstrong counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ballzonya's knee momentarily.
Ballzonya takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ballzonya misses with a straight right.
Ballzonya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ballzonya scores with a leg kick.
Ballzonya stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1##TD#
Armstrong closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ballzonya quickly recovers to half guard.
Ballzonya is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Armstrong is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ballzonya is just riding it out for now. Armstrong eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Armstrong 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! Ballzonya is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nathaniel Armstrong!
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Event:
MFN 356: Event Horizon
Date: Oct 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Mannelly thows a leg kick but Armstrong checks it #TD2#
and Armstrong counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mannelly won't be happy with that.
Armstrong advances nicely into full mount.
Armstrong misses with a head shot.#SUB2#
Armstrong goes for an armbar but Mannelly turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Mannelly. #SUB2#
Armstrong working for submissions but it's allowed Mannelly to get to half guard.
Mannelly takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Armstrong has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Mannelly. Oh but Armstrong has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Mannelly goes limp - he's gone! Armstrong jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nathaniel Armstrong!
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Event:
MFN 342: Voodoo
Date: Aug 28, 2016 |
#R1#
Armstrong with a lazy takedown attempt
and James cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Nathaniel Armstrong has been cut.
Nathaniel Armstrong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
James gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Armstrong to score an easy takedown into full 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.
Armstrong trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Armstrong wants to pass the guard but James is keeping the position.
Armstrong trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James keeping moving, preventing Armstrong from controlling successfully.
Armstrong postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Armstrong stands up over James, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
James keeping moving, preventing Armstrong from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Armstrong trying to control but James is working from the bottom.
James working a defensive guard here.
Armstrong is looking to work some ground and pound but James has wrist control.#SUB#
Armstrong postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! James is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Armstrong, into his guard. #REVB#
James cracks Armstrong with a solid left hand.
James trying to control but Armstrong is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
James looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Armstrong looking for a guillotine here but James defends easily.
Armstrong wants to sweep here but James controlling him for the moment.
James is stalling in the full guard.
James postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
James working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3##SUB2#
James drops back looking for a leg! Armstrong is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Armstrong manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Armstrong's guard.
Armstrong 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.
James forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Armstrong looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
James works his way into side control.
Armstrong is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on James's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
James is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Armstrong is just riding it out for now. James eventually gives up the hold. #T4##SUB2#
James maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Armstrong could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but James has cracked it and Armstrong is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by James!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). St Pre James!
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Event:
MFN 336: Makinwa vs. Kamenov
Date: Aug 07, 2016 |
#R1#
Good shot there by Haack.
Haack misses with a leg kick
and Armstrong counters with a three punch combo that has Haack backing up. Haack nods at Armstrong to acknowledge the strikes.
Haack misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Armstrong blocks a head kick by Haack.
Haack pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Armstrong ducks under a wild hook from Haack.
We've been hearing reports that Armstrong has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A slapping body kick lands there for Haack.
Armstrong walks into a left hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Nathaniel Armstrong has been cut.
Haack is looking to score with low kicks.
No joy there for Armstrong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Haack throws the kick towards the body but Armstrong avoids it.
Armstrong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Haack.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Haack misses with a body kick.
Donk. Haack catches Armstrong right on the button with a cross.
Haack tries to land a body kick#TD#
so Armstrong counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T1#
Armstrong is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Armstrong trying to control but Haack is working from the bottom.
Armstrong tries to free his leg and advance position but Haack is retaining full guard.
Armstrong won't allow Haack to get back to his feet.
Armstrong trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Armstrong postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Haack is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Armstrong, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Armstrong is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Haack is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Armstrong has his foot on Haack's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Haack works his way back into a safe position though.#T2##SUB#
Armstrong is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Haack defends well.
Haack is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Armstrong looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Haack has picked Armstrong up and slammed him! Armstrong can't keep hold of the triangle and Haack manages to pass to side control!
Haack controlling the position from side mount.
Armstrong tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here as Haack stalls from top position.
Armstrong tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Haack wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Armstrong sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Haack seems content to control.
Armstrong is looking to escape.#SUB#
Armstrong looking for subs from the bottom but Haack mounts him!
Haack sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Armstrong is looking to improve his position but Haack isn't that keen on the idea.
Armstrong swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #T4#
Haack controlling from mount.
Haack blocks Armstrong's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Armstrong is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Haack controlling from the full mount.
Armstrong gets back to half guard.
Haack wants to control but Armstrong is keeping him busy.
Armstrong tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Haack has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Armstrong is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andre Haack dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Armstrong shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Some wild striking there from Armstrong.
Armstrong on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Haack throws a wild body kick that Armstrong sees coming a mile off.
Haack tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Haack.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haack scores with a punch to the head.
Haack throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A low kick from Haack misses
and Armstrong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Armstrong throws a hook but Haack avoids it easily.#T1#
A combination from Armstrong does no damage.
Armstrong sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Andre Haack seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Haack delivers a nice body kick.
Armstrong takes one on the button.
Armstrong takes one to the chin there.
Andre Haack seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Armstrong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Haack finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Haack throws a head kick that half lands.
Andre Haack is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Armstrong moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Haack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Armstrong manages to avoid it.
Armstrong feinted with a counter takedown.
Armstrong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Haack misses with a body kick.
Armstrong drops down looking for a counter takedown but Haack sprawls and moves away.
Haack goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2#
Armstrong tries for a takedown but Haack sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A lazy body kick from Haack #TD#
and Armstrong counters with a nice double leg into side control. Haack won't be happy with that.
Armstrong is trying to ground and pound but Haack uses the momentary lack of control by Armstrong to regain half guard. #SUB#
Armstrong is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Haack is trying to stand back up but Armstrong is controlling him
Haack gets full guard.#SUB#
Armstrong drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Haack dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Armstrong escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Haack gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Haack wants to control from the top but Armstrong keeps moving. #SUB#
Armstrong had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Haack defends it easily.
Haack controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Haack showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Haack must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Haack trying to control the position from guard on top but Armstrong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Haack sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Andre Haack has got the better of the ground game so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andre Haack showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Nathaniel Armstrong's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Armstrong throws a nice inside leg kick.
Haack swings for the body but Armstrong moves out of range.
Jab by Haack.
Haack throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Armstrong tries to score a power double leg takedown but Haack sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Armstrong somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Haack. That's going to slow Armstrong down.
Haack lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Haack misses with a low kick as Armstrong jumps back.
Haack checks a leg kick.
Haack throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Haack paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Haack throws the kick towards the body but Armstrong avoids it.
Haack lands with an uppercut that bounces Armstrong off the cage and back into range.
Armstrong blocks the body kick.
Haack lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Haack walks into a jab.
Haack misses with a body shot.
Haack throws the kick towards the body but Armstrong avoids it.
Armstrong drops down looking for a counter takedown but Haack sprawls and moves away.
Haack connects with a crisp jab.
Andre Haack is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Nice shot by Haack.
Armstrong gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Haack.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Haack fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Armstrong is out of range.
Armstrong feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Haack scores with a spinning back kick!
Armstrong throws a predictable looking body shot
and Haack counters with a nice uppercut.
That kick from Haack tenderised Armstrong's leg. Armstrong is trying to keep his angry face on.
Haack lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Armstrong takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Haack tries a head kick but it misses.
Armstrong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Haack moves away.
Haack has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Haack 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 Armstrong has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Armstrong and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Armstrong takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#T3#
Armstrong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Haack.
Sloppy strikes from Armstrong. Those never looked like landing.
Armstrong attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Haack scores with a leg kick.
Haack throws a half hearted mid kick.
Armstrong shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Haack throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Armstrong counters with a single leg into guard. Haack didn't expect that.
Haack utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Armstrong drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Haack manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Armstrong has Haack in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Armstrong has his foot on Haack's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Haack works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Haack is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Armstrong isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Haack stacks Armstrong on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Haack!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Armstrong manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Armstrong tries to roll over but Haack keeps him under control.
Armstrong wants to sweep but Haack has passed to side control!
Nathaniel Armstrong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Andre Haack comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Haack has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andre Haack!
A very excited looking Andre Haack made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Ascension 355
Date: Jun 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Armstrong shoots in but no luck this time.
Rogers is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Rogers on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD2#
Rogers shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Armstrong is trying to defend but Rogers finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Rogers thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Rogers lands strikes from half guard.
Rogers lands strikes from half guard.
Rogers landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Armstrong taking some punishment here, with Rogers in his half guard.
Armstrong is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rogers's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rogers's back!
Rogers trying to get back to his feet but Armstrong is in full control for now. #SUB#
Armstrong tightening his grip on Rogers, looking for the choke.
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!
Armstrong has the hooks in. Rogers is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T1##SUB#
Armstrong is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Rogers knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Rogers for a finish. #SUB#
Rogers defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Armstrong's arms.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rogers tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Rogers regains half guard.#SUB#
Armstrong is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#ES2#
Rogers has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Armstrong is on him like a limpet, forcing Rogers back against the cage.
We've been hearing reports that Armstrong has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Rogers blocks a body shot from Armstrong.
Armstrong stalling in the clinch but Rogers improves position.
Good body shot from Armstrong.
#T2#
Armstrong scores with a shoulder strike.
Armstrong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Armstrong working aggressively here.
Armstrong lands a shot to the body.
Armstrong lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Armstrong lands a body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Armstrong is trying to trip Rogers. He has hold of a leg but Rogers is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Armstrong persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Armstrong throwing strikes from guard but Rogers blocks nicely.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rogers is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rogers scoring with some ground and pound.
Rogers trying to control but Armstrong is working from the bottom.
Armstrong thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #SUB#
Armstrong working for a triangle but Rogers defends it easily.
Rogers postures up and lands a big shot to Armstrong's brow. #T3##SUB#
Rogers got a little sloppy there for a moment and Armstrong has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rogers has managed to get both his arms back between Armstrong's legs - danger averted.
Rogers makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Rogers chips away with some ground and pound.
Rogers preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Armstrong throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rogers escapes and throws Armstrong's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Armstrong is trying to get back to half guard.
Armstrong is working hard here to advance position.
Armstrong sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Armstrong looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Rogers is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Armstrong has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Rogers looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Armstrong is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rogers pulls his head out easily.
Rogers working Armstrong over with strikes.
Armstrong on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Rogers 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.
Rogers drops an elbow to the side of Armstrong's head. #SUB#
Armstrong actively working from the bottom here.
Rogers is nestled in close to Armstrong, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Rogers scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Armstrong tries to roll over but Rogers keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Rogers is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Armstrong has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Sam Rogers will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Rogers closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Armstrong did well to prevent Rogers getting side control.
Rogers landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Armstrong is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rogers pulls his head out easily.
Rogers tries to pass the half guard into mount. Armstrong knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Armstrong actively working from the bottom here.
Rogers winds up and cracks Armstrong with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rogers prevents Armstrong from standing back up.
Ground and pound from Rogers.
Armstrong is not content to let Rogers control the position.
Ground and pound from Rogers. #T1##SUB2#
Rogers 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.
Rogers 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions off his back.
Armstrong is trying to get back to full guard.
Rogers is trying to control the action in half guard but Armstrong is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Armstrong is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Rogers is tapping! Great win for Armstrong!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nathaniel Armstrong!
Sam Rogers was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks a lot for the support everyone ! I will be back ... !'.
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Event:
HFL #35
Date: Apr 16, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Armstrong shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Armstrong was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Armstrong misses with the ground and pound.#SUB2#
Armstrong tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Frazier is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The strikes coming from Armstrong are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Frazier is looking to regain half guard here but Armstrong keeps moving and retains side control.
Frazier is working hard here to advance position.
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.
Armstrong working away.
Armstrong throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Frazier is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at The Fortress that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Frazier is pushing Armstrong's head away, looking to escape. Armstrong manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB2#
Armstrong wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Frazier, who protects the arm well. #T1#
Frazier tries to escape but Armstrong is in control.
Frazier dodges the ground and pound from Armstrong.#SUB2#
Armstrong goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Frazier has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Armstrong but great work by Frazier.
Armstrong tries to buck Frazier off but Frazier is having none of it.
Frazier in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Frazier landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SUB#
Frazier thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Armstrong misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Armstrong tries to buck Frazier off but Frazier is having none of it.
Armstrong gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Armstrong looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SU#
Frazier decides to return to a standing position. #TD#
Armstrong gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Frazier to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Frazier working some strikes from top position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Armstrong is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Frazier defends well.
Frazier is in close to Armstrong's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Frazier lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Frazier is working Armstrong over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Armstrong bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Frazier's guard. #REVB#
Armstrong stops Frazier from standing up.
Armstrong trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Frazier wants to stand and escape but Armstrong is having none of it.
Armstrong with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Armstrong thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frazier 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#
Frazier wants to control but Armstrong is keeping him busy.
Frazier lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Armstrong looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Armstrong is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Frazier is tapping! Great win for Armstrong!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nathaniel Armstrong!
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Event:
HFL #33
Date: Apr 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Frazier misses with a low kick.
Armstrong has his takedown stuffed
and Frazier counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Armstrong throws a leg kick but Frazier checks it.
Armstrong with a poor takedown
and Frazier counters with a one-two to the body.
Armstrong throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've been hearing reports that Armstrong has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Frazier throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Frazier pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Armstrong is defended easily by Frazier.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathaniel Armstrong. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Armstrong throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Frazier on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Armstrong avoids a punch combination nicely.
#TD2#
Frazier bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Frazier is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Armstrong is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Frazier is working Armstrong over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2#
Armstrong is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Frazier is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Armstrong knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Frazier cracks Armstrong with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Armstrong is working to avoid the ground and pound but Frazier connects with a decent elbow.
Armstrong tries to improve position but can't.
An elbow from Frazier crashes against the mat.
Frazier looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Armstrong is avoiding damage well.
Frazier working the ground and pound.#T3#
Frazier creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Armstrong sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB2#
Frazier is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Armstrong has escaped the position, nice work there.
Frazier controls the position from side control.#SUB2#
Frazier tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Armstrong manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T4##SUB2#
Frazier is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Armstrong pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Frazier looking for submissions off his back.
Frazier moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Frazier looking for a guillotine here but Armstrong defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Armstrong postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mo Frazier dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Frazier misses with a two punch combination.
Armstrong lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Frazier throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Armstrong was covering up waiting for the punch and Frazier finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Frazier has gone for a leg lock! Armstrong slips out almost immediately though and dives into Frazier's guard.#REVR#
Frazier wants to stand up but Armstrong is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Armstrong wants to pass the guard but Frazier is keeping the position.
Armstrong slips nicely into half guard.
Frazier is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Armstrong's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Armstrong's back!
Frazier looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Frazier. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Frazier scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Frazier has the hooks in. Armstrong is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T2#
Frazier missing with strikes from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frazier lands punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Frazier looking for the choke from the back.
Frazier is hanging on to Armstrong's back as he tries to escape.
Frazier punches the canvas rather than the man.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Armstrong is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Armstrong covers up after that shot from Frazier.
Frazier scores with strikes from the back.
Frazier cracks Armstrong with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Armstrong from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Armstrong is taking damage to the body and head. #T3#
Frazier is punishing Armstrong with strikes - can he finish him?!
Armstrong takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Frazier loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Armstrong hold on?
#SUB2#
Frazier has got his arm under Armstrong's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Armstrong has spun round into Frazier's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Frazier is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Frazier not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Frazier keeping moving, preventing Armstrong from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Frazier is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4#
Frazier trying to stand up but can't free himself from Armstrong's guard.#SUB#
Armstrong looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Frazier is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Frazier trying to control but Armstrong is working from the bottom.
Frazier lands a couple of digs.
Frazier wants to control from the top but Armstrong keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mo Frazier showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Armstrong shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Frazier defends it nicely.
Frazier throws out a counter right but Armstrong avoids it with no problem.
Armstrong lands a head shot.
Armstrong fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Frazier is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frazier throws a head kick but Armstrong moves out of range.
Armstrong chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Frazier can pounce on him.
Frazier slaps away a takedown attempt from Armstrong, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Armstrong.
Armstrong swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Frazier counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Armstrong takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A low kick from Armstrong misses
and Frazier counters with a stiff right hand.
Armstrong ducks right into an uppercut from Frazier.
Mo Frazier seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Armstrong misses with the combination.
A little jabbing left from Frazier on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Armstrong misses with a right hand
and Frazier counters with a three punch combo that has Armstrong backing up. Armstrong nods at Frazier to acknowledge the strikes.
Frazier dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mo Frazier is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Frazier will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Armstrong moves out of range of the strikes.
A big right from Armstrong misses.
Armstrong fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathaniel Armstrong. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Frazier takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Armstrong shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Frazier pinned against the cage. Frazier gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Frazier now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Armstrong looks to score with a jab to the body but Frazier is just out of range.
Frazier scores with a leg kick.
Armstrong takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Armstrong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Frazier steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Frazier moves forwards but Armstrong connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4##TD2#
Frazier shoots in and gets a takedown into Armstrong's guard.
Armstrong is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Frazier dives into side control.
#REVR##SU2#
Frazier stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Frazier misses with the combination.
A left lands for Armstrong.
Nathaniel Armstrong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Armstrong looks to throw the jab but Frazier is out of range.
Frazier feints the counter takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mo Frazier comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Frazier has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mo Frazier!
Mo Frazier thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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