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Event:
SFN6 St Petersburg 2
Date: Sep 09, 2017 |
#R1#
LeVass lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
LeVass dives in for a single leg takedown but Donkashane sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Donkashane tries to close the distance and clinch up but LeVass swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Donkashane walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Donkashane looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Donkashane doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
LeVass keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice body punch from LeVass.
LeVass throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
LeVass stuns Donkashane with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
LeVass gets tackled into the cage by Donkashane. Donkashane maintains the clinch.
LeVass works on Donkashane's body with a couple of short punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
LeVass breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Donkashane takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD2#
LeVass tries to sprawl but Donkashane drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Donkashane is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Donkashane is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Donkashane wants to control but LeVass is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Donkashane 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! LeVass is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rascal Donkashane!
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Event:
SFC15 - Coleman vs Roberts 2
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Rockefeller.
Rockefeller throws a poor cross that misses
and LeVass counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rockefeller throws a nice inside leg kick.
LeVass misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rockefeller attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
LeVass misses with a hook.
Rockefeller has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Good work by LeVass as he checks the leg kick.
LeVass moves out of range of the body kick from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller jabbing away but nothing is landing.
LeVass scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#
It looks like James Dean Rockefeller has been cut.
Rockefeller connects with an inside leg kick.
LeVass throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rockefeller appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rockefeller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
LeVass will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rockefeller seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rockefeller pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces LeVass back to the cage. Rockefeller follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Danga de danga de dang - LeVass scores with a four punch combination!
James Dean Rockefeller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Rockefeller moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
LeVass throws a body punch but Rockefeller moves out of range.
LeVass just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRockefeller.
LeVass avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rockefeller misses with a low kick.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
Rockefeller misses with a jab, cross combination.
LeVass cracks Rockefeller with an open hand slap.
LeVass looks for a takedown but Rockefeller sprawls well.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rockefeller moves away.
LeVass closes the distance and clinches up with Rockefeller, looking for a takedown. LeVass pushes Rockefeller against the cage but Rockefeller circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
James Dean Rockefeller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ka'Ra LeVass.
LeVass throws an off balance right hand
and Rockefeller counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
LeVass with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rockefeller to score with a decent uppercut.
LeVass ducks under a wild hook from Rockefeller.#T2#
Rockefeller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by LeVass.
LeVass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rockefeller displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as LeVass throws out the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from LeVass misses the target.
LeVass takes one to the chin there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rockefeller is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
LeVass connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL#
Rockefeller moves into range and clinches up with LeVass.
A left hand lands to the body for Rockefeller.
LeVass prevents a body shot from Rockefeller.
LeVass stalls.
Rockefeller lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Rockefeller tried to land a shot to the body but connects with LeVass's elbow.
Rockefeller throws a blind hook that connects with the side of LeVasss head.
Rockefeller lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rockefeller tries a body shot but LeVass blocks it.
The referee calls for LeVass to work.
LeVass lands a body punch.
LeVass displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rockefeller up against the cage.
LeVass is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rockefeller is defending well.
Rockefeller manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
LeVass just leaning against Rockefeller, taking a breather. #T4#
Rockefeller misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
LeVass has Rockefeller pushed against the cage.
LeVass tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rockefeller tries to throw a body punch but LeVass avoids it by throwing Rockefeller back against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Rockefeller.
LeVass blocks a body shot from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rockefeller misses with a body punch.
Rockefeller doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
LeVass wants to break the clinch but can't.
A hook to the body from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller is working LeVass over against the cage.
LeVass is looking to control Rockefeller's arms but Rockefeller gets an underhook and turns him. Now LeVass has his back to the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Dean Rockefeller dominated that round.
The cut man is working on James Dean Rockefeller's cut.
That's time! Rockefeller's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
LeVass chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rockefeller can pounce on him.
LeVass misses with an uppercut.
Rockefeller tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
LeVass changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rockefeller pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nice jab there from LeVass. #CL#
Rockefeller has LeVass up against the cage in a clinch.
Rockefeller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rockefeller is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that LeVass can do to turn this around?
LeVass slows down the pace here.
Nice body punch from Rockefeller - that landed with a thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass prevents a body shot from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rockefeller swings wildly with an uppercut but LeVass uses good head movement to avoid it.
James Dean Rockefeller has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T1#
LeVass holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Rockefeller cracks LeVass with a nice body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rockefeller controlling the action here for a moment.
LeVass just leaning against Rockefeller, taking a breather.
LeVass takes a shot to the head.
Rockefeller throws a head punch that misses.
LeVass prevents a body shot from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller lands a shoulder strike.
Rockefeller throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rockefeller is stalling here.
#T2#
LeVass blocks a body shot from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller can't find room to land a body shot as LeVass controls the action.
LeVass has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rockefeller is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Rockefeller tries a body shot but LeVass blocks it.
Rockefeller leaning his opponent against the cage.
Rockefeller struggles to land a body shot inside as LeVass controls his hands.
Rockefeller tries to work over LeVass's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
LeVass changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rockefeller fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Rockefeller has managed to clinch.
#T3#
Rockefeller blocks a body shot from LeVass.
LeVass wants to stall.
Rockefeller works on LeVass's body with a couple of short punches.
LeVass is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rockefeller pulls him back up using the underhooks.
James Dean Rockefeller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ka'Ra LeVass.
Rockefeller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Rockefeller on the inside.
Rockefeller doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
LeVass holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A body shot lands from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rockefeller working aggressively here.
Rockefeller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rockefeller tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Rockefeller tries to throw a body punch but LeVass avoids it by throwing Rockefeller back against the cage.
LeVass blocks a body shot from Rockefeller.
LeVass blocks a body shot from Rockefeller.
LeVass drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rockefeller gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rockefeller tries a body shot but LeVass blocks it.
LeVass changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rockefeller fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rockefeller lands a glancing blow to the side of LeVass's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
LeVass waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rockefeller.
Rockefeller is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from LeVass.
Rockefeller cracks a nice hook into LeVass's ribs.
Rockefeller misses with a low kick.
Rockefeller lands a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Dean Rockefeller dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on James Dean Rockefeller's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
LeVass misses with a looping right.
Rockefeller throws a big counter combination but LeVass scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Rockefeller fakes the leg kick and cracks LeVass in the body.
Rockefeller feints and then cracks LeVass's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow LeVass down.
LeVass connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rockefeller momentarily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rockefeller.
Rockefeller misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from LeVass! But no joy.
Rockefeller staying out of range there.
Rockefeller connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
LeVass misses the body punch
and Rockefeller counters with an inside leg kick.
LeVass misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rockefeller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A decent looking cross lands there for LeVass.
LeVass throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rockefeller sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rockefeller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but LeVass moves away.
LeVass appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
A punch combination from LeVass misses.
Rockefeller tries to bum rush LeVass with a series of wild strikes but LeVass uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rockefeller cracks the inside of LeVass's front leg.
Rockefeller steps to the side to avoid the strikes from LeVass.
LeVass's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rockefeller 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 LeVass has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from LeVass and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
LeVass feints the counter takedown.
Rockefeller swings for the body but LeVass moves out of range.
LeVass ducks under a wild hook from Rockefeller.#CL#
Rockefeller moves into range and clinches up with LeVass.
Rockefeller lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down LeVass.
Rockefeller tries to work over LeVass's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rockefeller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rockefeller lands with a right to the head.
Rockefeller misses with the head strike.
Rockefeller doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2#
Rockefeller tries to throw a body punch but LeVass avoids it by throwing Rockefeller back against the cage.
Rockefeller working some nice short punches in the clinch.
LeVass can't break the clinch.
Rockefeller doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Rockefeller.
Rockefeller tries a body shot but LeVass blocks it.
#TD2#
LeVass has picked Rockefeller up - he's going for a ride! LeVass dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rockefeller is trying to stand back up but LeVass is controlling him
LeVass missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rockefeller is pressing down on LeVass's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
LeVass stopping the sweep attempt from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller has control of LeVass's left arm, preventing LeVass from doing any damage.
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Rockefeller bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in LeVass's guard. #REVR#
Rockefeller tries to stand but LeVass is controlling from the bottom.
LeVass looking for a sweep. Not yet LeVass, not yet.
Rockefeller trying to control but LeVass is working from the bottom.
LeVass pulls Rockefeller in close to his closed guard and prevents Rockefeller from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rockefeller lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rockefeller throws a strike but LeVass rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LeVass is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rockefeller looking for a sweep. Not yet Rockefeller, not yet.
Rockefeller is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
LeVass is fighting to break Rockefeller's control of his arms but Rockefeller is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Rockefeller has momentary wrist control but LeVass slips an elbow through the middle.
Rockefeller is adopting a defensive guard.
LeVass stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rockefeller swivels though and keeps the full guard.
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Rockefeller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Dean Rockefeller clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on James Dean Rockefeller's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Rockefeller throws a leg kick but LeVass sees it coming and checks it nicely.
LeVass tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Rockefeller counters with a nice leg kick.
Rockefeller misses with an uppercut. LeVass saw that one coming.
LeVass throws out a powerful jab.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! LeVass crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rockefeller - the referee stops the clock and LeVass gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rockefeller. LeVass manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
LeVass keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
LeVass swats away the attempt to clinch by Rockefeller.
Rockefeller throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rockefeller appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
LeVass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A punch lands to the side of LeVass 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Rockefeller is looking to clinch.
A low kick from Rockefeller misses
and LeVass counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. LeVass darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rockefeller misses with a wild body shot.
LeVass takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rockefeller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from LeVass.
LeVass throws a lazy uppercut
and Rockefeller counters with a lovely shot to the body.
LeVass misses with a straight left.
Rockefeller appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Rockefeller.
Rockefeller lands with a nice body punch.
Rockefeller misses with a low kick.
LeVass misses with a takedown attempt
and Rockefeller counters with a three punch combo that has LeVass backing up. LeVass nods at Rockefeller to acknowledge the strikes.
LeVass is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
LeVass closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
LeVass misses with a wild body shot.
Rockefeller appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rockefeller with a hook.#ROC#
LeVass is rocked!#T2#
LeVass scores with a shot to the body.
Rockefeller scores with a body shot.
LeVass throws a right hand that misses
and Rockefeller counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
LeVass is still on wobbly legs! Can Rockefeller finish him?
LeVass closes the distance and clinches up with Rockefeller, looking for a takedown. LeVass pushes Rockefeller against the cage but Rockefeller circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It looked like Rockefeller wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rockefeller misses with a straight left.
LeVass seems to have recovered his senses.
Rockefeller throws a quick inside leg kick. #KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Rockefeller and sends LeVass crashing to the mat! Rockefeller follows him down to the mat - LeVass regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet!
Rockefeller tries to stand but his hand is stuck under LeVass.
Rockefeller controlling the action here.
Rockefeller wants to stand but LeVass has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T3#
Rockefeller prevents LeVass from improving his position.
LeVass is positioning himself well to prevent Rockefeller advancing to mount. #SUB#
Rockefeller is trying to work for a kimura but LeVass is defending well.
James Dean Rockefeller overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
It looks like Rockefeller is going to stand back up.
LeVass is looking to improve his position.
Rockefeller working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on LeVass's thigh. LeVass counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rockefeller chips away with some ground and pound.
Rockefeller is looking to stand up but LeVass won't let him.
LeVass not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
LeVass has a closed guard, preventing Rockefeller from standing up.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
LeVass looking to control.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
LeVass misses with a looping left.
Rockefeller is looking to counter punch.
LeVass connects with a right hand. Rockefeller shakes it off.
LeVass moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
James Dean Rockefeller is winning the standup battle so far.
Rockefeller throws a leg kick that misses.
LeVass slips a straight right by Rockefeller.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Dean Rockefeller had his way with Ka'Ra LeVass in that round.
The cut man is working on James Dean Rockefeller's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
LeVass throws a shot from downtown. Rockefeller moves away and avoids it.
LeVass throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
LeVass doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Rockefeller to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Rockefeller misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from LeVass! But no joy.
Rockefeller bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
LeVass takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rockefeller's jab looks to have found its range, popping LeVass under the eye.
LeVass misses with a leg kick
and Rockefeller makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rockefeller swats away the attempt to clinch by LeVass.
LeVass throws a lazy right hand but Rockefeller sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rockefeller wants to land a leg kick but LeVass is out of range. #T1#
LeVass wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
LeVass lands a nice looking body shot.
LeVass misses with a hook. Rockefeller ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from LeVass. Rockefeller does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from LeVass misses the target.
Rockefeller misses with the combination.
LeVass throws a right hand that misses
and Rockefeller counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rockefeller throws a body kick that misses.
Rockefeller misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from LeVass.
Rockefeller moves out of range as LeVass strikes.
And Rockefeller counters with a quick kick to the body but LeVass blocks it.
Rockefeller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from LeVass.
Rockefeller takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ka'Ra LeVass has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
LeVass chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rockefeller can pounce on him.
Rockefeller throws a looping overhand right but LeVass ducks down to avoid it.
Rockefeller will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rockefeller lands a leg kick that knocks LeVass off balance momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
LeVass changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rockefeller connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between LeVass's hands.
LeVass lands a nice hook to Rockefeller's body. Rockefeller takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rockefeller misses with a wild body shot.
Rockefeller uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from LeVass.
Rockefeller connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as LeVass checks a leg kick. #T3#
LeVass misses with a hook. Rockefeller ducked under it nicely.
LeVass looks to score with a jab to the body but Rockefeller is just out of range.
LeVass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rockefeller throws a shot to the body.
LeVass avoids the head kick by Rockefeller.
Rockefeller steps to the side to avoid the strikes from LeVass.
LeVass gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rockefeller.
LeVass takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
LeVass takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rockefeller moves out of range as LeVass strikes.
LeVass has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rockefeller lands a head kick!
LeVass fails to land with a series of punches.
It looked like Rockefeller wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Rockefeller throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rockefeller. LeVass does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rockefeller keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rockefeller misses with a low kick as LeVass jumps back.
Rockefeller throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rockefeller takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rockefeller moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
LeVass changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Rockefeller misses with a looping left.
Rockefeller looks to land a right hand but LeVass moved out of range.
LeVass throws a lazy right hand but Rockefeller sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
James Dean Rockefeller is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rockefeller misses with an attempted mid kick.
LeVass with the counter takedown but Rockefeller avoids it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Dean Rockefeller showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rockefeller has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 50:45
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Dean Rockefeller!
James Dean Rockefeller retains his welterweight title!
James Dean Rockefeller decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
SFC14 - Bowman vs Rockerfeller
Date: Jul 22, 2017 |
#R1#
LeVass fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
LeVass has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Risley is landing a low percentage of strikes.
LeVass slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
LeVass misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Risley tries to counter by moving into the clinch but LeVass manages to circle out of the way.
LeVass misses with a straight right.
LeVass swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
Risley looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
LeVass misses with a shot to the body
and Risley counters with a slapping leg kick.
LeVass scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Risley manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
LeVass throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Risley counters by moving into the clinch.
Risley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with LeVass's elbow.
Risley misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1#
Risley lands a hook to the side of the head.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Risley letting LeVass take a breather here.
Risley throws a punch but it's blocked by LeVass.
Risley has LeVass pushed against the cage.
LeVass is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Risley is keeping busy.
Risley stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD2#
LeVass lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
LeVass tries to pass the half guard into mount. Risley knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Risley wants to sweep but LeVass has passed to side control!#T2#
Risley gets back to half guard.
Risley regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Risley is looking for a triangle but LeVass pushes his legs off easily.
Risley working a defensive guard here.
Risley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. LeVass manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
LeVass has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Risley has passed into side control.
LeVass prevents Risley from moving into mount. #T3#
LeVass is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Risley looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
LeVass is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Risley wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by LeVass, who protects the arm well.
LeVass is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Risley off and has taken his back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
LeVass gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Risley trying to control the hands but LeVass breaks the grip.
LeVass misses with punches from the back.
Risley is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
LeVass really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Risley.
Risley is in bad spot here.
Risley prevents LeVass from getting a body triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ka'Ra LeVass will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
LeVass shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Risley but Risley pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Risley showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from LeVass.
#TD2#
LeVass feints and as Risley raises his hands in defense, LeVass changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Risley keeps moving.
LeVass lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass won't allow Risley to get back to his feet.
Risley looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Risley is looking to stand up but LeVass isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
LeVass cracks Risley with a solid left hand.
Risley 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.
LeVass pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Risley is keeping the position for now.
LeVass with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Risley is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. LeVass is aware though and is defending well.
Risley has momentary wrist control but LeVass slips an elbow through the middle.
LeVass is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
LeVass must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
LeVass postures up.
LeVass has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2##SUB#
Risley is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
LeVass stands up over Risley, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Risley working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from LeVass. #SUB#
Risley is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
LeVass trying to control but Risley is working from the bottom.
LeVass postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Risley keeping moving, preventing LeVass from controlling successfully.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3##SUB#
Risley is looking for a triangle but LeVass pushes his legs off easily.
Risley avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
LeVass with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
LeVass stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Risley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
LeVass engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Risley is looking to sweep but instead, LeVass has passed into half guard.
LeVass wants to control but Risley is keeping him busy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
LeVass content to control rather than advance.
LeVass is trying to control. Risley wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
LeVass cracks Risley with a good jab.
LeVass scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
LeVass will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Risley is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from LeVass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Risley uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Risley wants to slow LeVass down by chopping away at his legs.
We've been told by Risley's head coaches at The Coffee Shop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
LeVass throws a lazy uppercut
and Risley counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ka'Ra LeVass showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Risley's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Risley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from LeVass.
Risley is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Risley 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Risley throws a low kick but it's checked well by LeVass.
LeVass walks into a left hand.
Jab, jab by LeVass - just one landing.
Risley takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jab from LeVass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Risley manages to avoid it.
Risley wants to clinch up but LeVass keeps it at a distance.
Risley tries to clinch but fails miserably
and LeVass connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
LeVass scores with a jab to the body.
LeVass tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Risley was well out of range. Poor timing from LeVass.
LeVass takes a swing at Risley's ribcage but misses.
Risley on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
LeVass loads up on a big right hand but Risley slips the punch.
LeVass lands a glancing blow to the side of Risley's head.
LeVass shoots and misses
and Risley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
LeVass moves in looking to clinch but Risley pushes him off.
LeVass scores with a hook to the body. Risley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
LeVass sizes up Risley with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
LeVass wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Risley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
LeVass connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
LeVass misses with a low kick.
LeVass ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
LeVass throws a hook but Risley blocks it.
The fighters circle momentarily. LeVass darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Risley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
LeVass lunges at Risley with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Risley's hand. #T3#
Nice sprawl there from Risley as LeVass shoots in.
LeVass changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Risley manages to avoid it.
LeVass jabbing away but nothing is landing.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Risley moves away.#CL#
Risley rushes LeVass and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
LeVass is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Joe Risley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ka'Ra LeVass.
Risley content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Risley lands an uppercut.
LeVass has Risley pushed against the cage.
LeVass tries to stall but Risley uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T4#
Risley misses with a hook to the ribs.
Risley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Risley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of LeVasss head.
Joe Risley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Risley stalling against the cage.
Risley has LeVass pushed against the cage.
Risley gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
A short right from Risley on the inside.
LeVass looking to slow down the pace here.
Risley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ka'Ra LeVass comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got LeVass winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ka'Ra LeVass!
Ka'Ra LeVass decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
GAMT 50 Jernit v Litoris
Date: Jun 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Gonzalez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
LeVass is looking for the big counter here.
LeVass fails to land with a series of punches.
LeVass lands with a nice combination. Gonzalez backs away looking to recover.
A big left from LeVass misses.
LeVass digs a good body shot into Gonzalez's ribs.
Gonzalez slips under a jab.
Gonzalez has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
LeVass lands a jab.
Gonzalez misses with a kick to the body.
Gonzalez misses with a hook. LeVass ducked under it nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
LeVass darts in trying to clinch
and Gonzalez counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
LeVass darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gonzalez moves away.
Gonzalez has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA LA Elite in the buildup to the fight.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gonzalez manages to avoid it.#T1#
Gonzalez lands with a good body shot.
Gonzalez feints and then cracks LeVass's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow LeVass down.
Gonzalez misses with an attempted mid kick.
LeVass is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gonzalez with a body shot.
LeVass fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gonzalez moves away.
LeVass moves forwards but Gonzalez connects with a nice, crisp jab.
LeVass scores with a jab to the body.
Gonzalez throws a right hand that LeVass ducks under and follows up with a left that LeVass also avoids with ease.
Gonzalez misses with a two punch combination.
Gonzalez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gonzalez throws a sloppy head kick and LeVass moves out of range easily.
Gonzalez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from LeVass.
LeVass is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Gonzalez rather than just go for the knockout.
Gonzalez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gonzalez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
LeVass connects with a body shot that sends Gonzalez's belly button to the back.
Gonzalez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
LeVass scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Gonzalez takes a shot to the body in his stride.
LeVass bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gonzalez's head.
LeVass connects with a body shot.
Gonzalez throws a sloppy head kick and LeVass moves out of range easily.
LeVass looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
LeVass avoids the head kick by Gonzalez.
Gonzalez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but LeVass moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gonzalez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but LeVass moves away.
LeVass swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gonzalez.
Donk. LeVass catches Gonzalez right on the button with a cross.
LeVass takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
LeVass blocks a head kick by Gonzalez.
LeVass throws out a counter right but Gonzalez avoids it with no problem.
Gonzalez throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by LeVass.
Gonzalez goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gonzalez throws a left and a right that both miss
and LeVass counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ka'Ra LeVass dominated that round.
That's time! Gonzalez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
LeVass feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Gonzalezs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Gonzalez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gonzalez misses with a double jab
and LeVass connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A thudding body kick lands there by Gonzalez!
Gonzalez tries a head kick but it misses.
LeVass swinging wildly here.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the strikes.
Gonzalez tries a head kick but it misses.
A jab from LeVass finds it's way through Gonzalez's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez swings for the body but LeVass moves out of range.
LeVass swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
LeVass misses with a double jab.
LeVass connects with a body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Gonzalez!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
LeVass lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
LeVass misses the shot to the body.
Anthony Gonzalez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from LeVass.
Gonzalez uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
LeVass connects with a nice looking jab.
Gonzalez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
No joy there for Gonzalez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gonzalez connects with a nice looking jab.
Gonzalez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gonzalez takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Gonzalez swats away the attempt to clinch by LeVass.
Gonzalez fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt LeVass.
Gonzalez throws a leg kick but LeVass checks it.
It seemed like LeVass was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Anthony Gonzalez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
LeVass throws a big shot that misses.
LeVass slips a jab and a cross from Gonzalez.
A countering left hand to the body from LeVass misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
LeVass tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gonzalez was well out of range. Poor timing from LeVass.
Gonzalez scores with a head kick. LeVass tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
LeVass scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gonzalez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gonzalez manages to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Gonzalez.
LeVass throws a series of punches but Gonzalez moves out of range.
LeVass has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gonzalez finds it's way round the side to connect with LeVass's head.
Gonzalez rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and LeVass counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gonzalez throws a nice inside leg kick.
LeVass throws a series of strikes that have Gonzalez backpedaling.
Gonzalez moves away from the strike by LeVass.
Gonzalez with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ka'Ra LeVass will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
LeVass swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
LeVass avoids a punch combination nicely.
LeVass sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
LeVass scores with a nice right hand.
A slow jab from LeVass misses its intended target.
LeVass is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gonzalez.
Ka'Ra LeVass seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gonzalez throws a body shot but no joy.
LeVass misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Gonzalez is able to avoid easily.
Gonzalez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gonzalez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but LeVass moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
LeVass throws a series of punches but Gonzalez moves out of range.
Gonzalez pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces LeVass back to the ropes. Gonzalez follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T1#
A right-left combo lands from Gonzalez.
Gonzalez throws a right hand that LeVass ducks under and follows up with a left that LeVass also avoids with ease.
Anthony Gonzalez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gonzalez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A head kick misses from Gonzalez.
Gonzalez blocks a jab.
LeVass dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gonzalez gets off balance looking for a body kick
and LeVass counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gonzalez misses with a head kick.
LeVass thuds a left hand into Gonzalez's body.
Gonzalez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gonzalez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
No joy there for Gonzalez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
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!
LeVass throws a body shot but no joy.
LeVass tries a head kick but it misses.
LeVass misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Gonzalez slips a jab and a cross from LeVass.
A low kick from Gonzalez is predictable there
and LeVass counters with a straight right hand.
Gonzalez throws a hook to the side of LeVass's head but LeVass sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gonzalez throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
LeVass misses with a wild body shot.
Gonzalez tries a head kick but it misses.
LeVass throws out a counter right but Gonzalez avoids it with no problem.
Gonzalez's hands are dropping dangerously low here and LeVass connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gonzalez scrambles back to his feet.
Gonzalez tries a head kick but it misses.
LeVass avoids a kick to the body.
LeVass looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gonzalez moves away.
LeVass looks to land a combination but Gonzalez avoids it well.
Gonzalez avoids the body shot from LeVass.
Gonzalez misses with a double jab.
Gonzalez looks to land a combination but LeVass avoids it well.
A nice side step and LeVass releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Anthony Gonzalez did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Gonzalez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Gonzalez is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gonzalez scoring well with a low kick there.
Gonzalez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from LeVass.
Gonzalez throws a sloppy body shot
and LeVass counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A head kick by Gonzalez misses
and LeVass counters with a lovely straight right hand!
LeVass misses with a body shot.
LeVass punishes Gonzalez's body with a nice straight punch.
Gonzalez finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
LeVass swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gonzalez looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
LeVass throws a jab but it's blocked by Gonzalez.
LeVass misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gonzalez on the side of the head.
Gonzalez digs a good body shot into LeVass's ribs.
Gonzalez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Gonzalez. LeVass does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gonzalez misses with a few strikes there.
LeVass works the jab nicely.
Gonzalez misses with a two punch combination.
LeVass now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
LeVass lands with a hook. Gonzalez tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gonzalez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
LeVass misses with an uppercut. Gonzalez saw that one coming.
LeVass fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
Gonzalez misses with a double jab
letting LeVass counter with a right hand.
LeVass misses with a wild body shot.
LeVass fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gonzalez on the side of the head.
Gonzalez swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and LeVass connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
LeVass getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gonzalez scores with a jab to the body.
LeVass tries to clinch but Gonzalez is having none of it.
Gonzalez doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
LeVass looks to land a combination but Gonzalez avoids it well.
LeVass throws a good cross that connects.
A combination from Gonzalez does no damage.
Gonzalez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent LeVass stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gonzalez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
LeVass blocks the body kick.
Gonzalez misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from LeVass on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big left from LeVass misses.
Gonzalez throws a big counter combination but LeVass scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Gonzalez lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Gonzalez misses with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ka'Ra LeVass dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Gonzalez drops his hands momentarily and LeVass takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gonzalez. LeVass does a little dance to reset his feet.
LeVass pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gonzalez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but LeVass moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
LeVass throws out a counter right but Gonzalez avoids it with no problem.
Gonzalez throws a head kick but LeVass moves out of range.
Gonzalez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from LeVass.
Gonzalez seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
LeVass avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
LeVass throws a leg kick but Gonzalez moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gonzalez. Gonzalez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
LeVass takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Gonzalez avoids the body shot from LeVass.
Gonzalez throws a body shot but no joy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
LeVass with a jab.#T1#
LeVass swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gonzalez thinks about countering with a body kick.
Gonzalez throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from LeVass. Those never looked like landing.
Gonzalez throws a head kick but LeVass moves out of range.
Gonzalez avoids the body shot from LeVass.
LeVass dodges the punch combination from Gonzalez.
LeVass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Gonzalez misses its target.
Gonzalez throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gonzalez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot.
Nice shot by LeVass.
LeVass misses with the combination.
As LeVass looks to move away, Gonzalez throws a big counter combo but LeVass just gets out of the way.#T2#
Gonzalez throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice combination there by LeVass.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gonzalez walks into a straight right hand from LeVass.
A head kick by Gonzalez misses
and LeVass counters with a nice body shot.
LeVass moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from LeVass misses the target.
Gonzalez throws a counter high kick but LeVass was just alert enough to avoid it.
LeVass blocks a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from LeVass on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gonzalez throws a combination that misses
enabling LeVass to counter with a crisp jab.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gonzalez moves away.
Gonzalez swings away with a leg kick that misses.
LeVass is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gonzalez with a body shot.
Gonzalez looks to throw a body kick
and LeVass makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
LeVass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anthony Gonzalez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gonzalez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ka'Ra LeVass comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well LeVass 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:50
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 45:50
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 46:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ka'Ra LeVass!
In his post fight interview, Ka'Ra LeVass started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 07, 2017 |
#R1#
LeVass fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Savage bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps LeVass's head backwards.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Savage manages to avoid it.
Savage misses with a body shot.
And LeVass tries to counter it with a takedown but Savage pushes his down on his head and steps out.
LeVass tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Savage was well out of range. Poor timing from LeVass.#TD2#
LeVass looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
LeVass sitting in guard, not really doing much.
LeVass scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Savage controls LeVass momentarily but LeVass frees himself. #T1#
LeVass working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Savage's head.
Savage utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as LeVass accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Savage working a defensive guard but LeVass passes into half guard.
LeVass works his foot free and advances to mount.
LeVass landing strikes from the mount.
Savage is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Cozad Amsterdam, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
LeVass working away from the top, dropping strikes.
LeVass connects with a bit shot that sees Savage covering up! More strikes from LeVass and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! LeVass is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ka'Ra LeVass!
Ka'Ra LeVass was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Holmgang 17
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1#
LeVass throws out a powerful jab.
LeVass walks into a straight right hand from Radev.
LeVass cracks Radev with a good jab.
LeVass waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Radev.
LeVass fails to land with a series of punches.
LeVass avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Radev closes the distance and clinches up with LeVass, looking for a takedown. Radev pushes LeVass against the ropes but LeVass circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Radev throws out a loose jab but LeVass uses good head movement to avoid it.
LeVass misses with a hook. Radev ducked under it nicely.
LeVass misses the jab.
Radev tries a quick counter leg kick but LeVass is wise to it.
LeVass scores with a hook to the body. Radev takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Radev takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Radev doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Radev throws a head kick that half lands.
Radev throws an overhand right that lands on LeVass's shoulder, as LeVass tries to avoid the shot.
Radev on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Radev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from LeVass.#T1#
Radev lands a nice leg kick that just misses LeVass's sensitive parts.
LeVass misses the shot to the body.
LeVass throws a body shot but no joy.
Radev is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Radev throws a nice head kick!
Radev stuffs the takedown.
LeVass checks the leg kick.
Radev tried to score with a low kick but LeVass checks it.
Radev throws a low kick but LeVass moves out of range easily.
LeVass fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Radev's coach down at Flower Power Pillow Fighters Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Radev's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#TD2#
Radev closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming LeVass to the mat! LeVass manages to get full guard.
LeVass is pulling down on Radev's head. It's preventing any offense from Radev, at least for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now LeVass is on top in guard.
#REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Radev wants to sweep here but LeVass controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Radev keeping moving, preventing LeVass from controlling successfully.
Radev keeping full guard, as LeVass tries to pass.
Radev managing to control the position.
Radev is trying to control the position but LeVass postures up.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Radev keeps moving.
LeVass trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
LeVass trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
LeVass with a nice head shot there.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Radev keeps moving.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Radev bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in LeVass's guard. #REVB#
Radev is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
LeVass tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Radev controls from within his opponent's guard.
Radev with a nice head shot there.
LeVass looking for a sweep. Not yet LeVass, not yet.
LeVass manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Radev manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
LeVass postures up in Radev's guard and throws a big left but Radev blocks it. #T4#
Radev is trying to control the position but LeVass postures up.
Radev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Radev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Radev avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Radev keeps moving.
LeVass postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
LeVass throws a big elbow that misses.
LeVass throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Radev controlling LeVass's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ka'Ra LeVass dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
LeVass throws a body shot but no joy.
A chopping leg kick lands by Radev.
LeVass swings for the body but Radev moves out of range.
A big right from Radev misses.
An attempted straight right counter from LeVass misses the target.
Radev tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Radev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ka'Ra LeVass is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from LeVass misses.
Radev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
LeVass closes the distance and clinches up with Radev, looking for a takedown. LeVass pushes Radev against the ropes but Radev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Radev connects with a right hand. LeVass shakes it off.
LeVass throws a jab but it's blocked by Radev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Radev shoots in and drives through. LeVass sprawls well.
LeVass lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
LeVass gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Radev lands with a good body shot.#T1#
LeVass shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Radev defends it nicely.
LeVass takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
LeVass lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Radev slips under a jab from LeVass.
LeVass thows a left - swing and a miss!
LeVass slips under a jab.
LeVass throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheers as Radev lands an impressive looking overhand right. LeVass doesn't seem phased though.
LeVass checks a leg kick.
LeVass is looking to counter punch.
Radev misses with an attempted mid kick.
#T2#
LeVass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from LeVass misses.
Radev throws a combination but it was largely blocked by LeVass.
LeVass jabbing away but nothing is landing.
LeVass misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Radev.
Radev rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but LeVass moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Good work by LeVass as he checks the leg kick.
LeVass misses the jab.
Radev scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
LeVass looks to score with a jab to the body but Radev is just out of range.
Radev throws a leg kick but LeVass checks it.
Radev scores with a decent looking hook.
LeVass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
LeVass fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
LeVass takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Radev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract LeVass.
A big right from LeVass misses.
Radev was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Radev takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The fighters circling - LeVass throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Radev takes a swing at LeVass's ribcage but misses.
LeVass pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Radev throws out a loose jab but LeVass uses good head movement to avoid it.
Radev throws a hook but LeVass avoids it easily.
Radev throws a quick inside leg kick.
LeVass's corner calls for a 1-2. LeVass obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Radev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Radev.
Radev misses with a looping left.
Radev looks to land a left hand but LeVass moved out of range nicely.
LeVass rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Radev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T4#
Radev lands a glancing blow to the side of LeVass's head.
LeVass shoots in looking for a takedown but Radev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing LeVass's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ka'Ra LeVass. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
LeVass takes a swing at Radev's ribcage but misses.
LeVass checks the leg kick.
Radev throws a looping overhand right but LeVass ducks down to avoid it.
Radev thuds a left hand into LeVass's body.
Radev thows a leg kick but LeVass checks it
and LeVass cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
LeVass looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
LeVass lands a jab to Radev's midsection.
Radev looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
LeVass has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Radev finds it's way round the side to connect with LeVass's head.
LeVass throws out a loose jab but Radev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Radev looks to throw the jab but LeVass is out of range.
Radev feints and then cracks LeVass's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow LeVass down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Radev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Radev dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on LeVass. That did some damage!
LeVass misses the shot to the body.
Radev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Radev wants to land a leg kick but LeVass is out of range.
LeVass lands a nice hook to Radev's body. Radev takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Radev slips a jab and a cross from LeVass.
LeVass looks to land a left hand but Radev moved out of range nicely.
Radev misses with a looping right.
LeVass misses the shot to the body.
Radev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but LeVass moves away.
LeVass changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass throws a hook but Radev avoids it easily.
Nice cross by Radev.
LeVass throws a shot from downtown. Radev moves away and avoids it.
LeVass bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good shot there by LeVass.#T1#
LeVass throws a hook but Radev blocks it.
Radev tries to counter by closing the distance.
LeVass misses with a hook.
Radev avoids the body shot from LeVass.
Radev chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Radev looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Radev avoids the body shot from LeVass.
It seemed like Radev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Radev, as that shot connected.
Radev lands a leg kick that knocks LeVass off balance momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from LeVass misses the target.
LeVass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Radev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from LeVass.
Radev throws a nice inside leg kick.
LeVass misses with a two punch combination.
#T2#
Radev throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nice defenses there by LeVass.
Radev lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
LeVass is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
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!
Radev throws a nice looking combination but LeVass bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
LeVass throws a shot from downtown. Radev moves away and avoids it.
Radev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Radev takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Radev stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
LeVass misses with a body shot.
A leg kick checked by LeVass.
LeVass tries to counter with a takedown but Radev is quick to defend against it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from LeVass.
LeVass jabs at Radev's body.
LeVass throws a lazy right hand but Radev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Radev cracks LeVass with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Radev throws a shot from downtown. LeVass moves away and avoids it.#T3#
LeVass moves out of range as Radev throws a body kick.
Nice defenses there by LeVass.
Some wild striking there from LeVass.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
Radev steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from LeVass.
Radev cracks LeVass with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
LeVass misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Radev.
LeVass connects with the punch.
Radev slips under a jab.
Radev lands with a slapping head kick.
Nice shot by Radev.
LeVass looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
LeVass misses with a straight right.
Radev looks to land a left hand but LeVass moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Radev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fighters circling - Radev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
LeVass attempts a counter takedown but Radev avoids it well and moves away.
Radev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Radev there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Radev ducks under a wild hook from LeVass.
Radev scores with the left hand. LeVass knows he should have avoided that one.
Sloppy strikes from Radev. Those never looked like landing.
LeVass checks a leg kick.
Radev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
LeVass throws a jab but it's blocked by Radev.
Radev lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
LeVass takes a swing at Radev's ribcage but misses.
Radev looks to score with a jab to the body but LeVass is just out of range.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Radev moves away.
Radev wants to counter the offense by LeVass and move into the clinch position.
LeVass tries for a takedown but Radev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nikolai Radev.
I think Radev 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Radev!
Our winner, Nikolai Radev, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Holmgang 13
Date: Sep 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Newton goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice cross by LeVass.#CUT#
It looks like Christopher Newton has been cut.
A lazy left from LeVass finds it's target.
Newton shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
LeVass scores with a body shot.
Newton on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Newton tries a head kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from LeVass on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A bone on bone clash there as Newton blocks the leg kick.
LeVass swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
LeVass changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD#
LeVass bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
LeVass creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
LeVass controlling from side mount.
LeVass working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
LeVass working the ground and pound.
LeVass works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
LeVass lands an elbow.
LeVass lands a nice forearm strike. #ROC#
Newton is rocked!
LeVass in side control lands a decent elbow.
Newton is still in real trouble! Can LeVass finish him?
LeVass is putting a hurting on Newton here, landing some big shots from side control.
A big shot lands for LeVass! That's hurt Newton! Will he recover? LeVass fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ka'Ra LeVass!
After the fight, Ka'Ra LeVass was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Christopher Newton was interviewed post fight and said 'i will retire when the contract expire'.
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Event:
Holmgang 9
Date: Aug 13, 2016 |
#R1#
LeVass has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from LeVass there as he acknowledges the shot.
Knapp throws a jab but it's blocked by LeVass. #TD#
LeVass looking to score a takedown here. Knapp is defending well but LeVass drives through and ends up in Knapp's guard.
LeVass stops Knapp from standing up.
Knapp working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from LeVass.
Knapp utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Knapp keeps moving.
LeVass wants to pass the guard but Knapp is keeping the position.
LeVass throws a strike but Knapp rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass has a closed guard, preventing Knapp from standing up.
Knapp is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T1#
LeVass bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Knapp's guard. #REVR#
Knapp keeping moving, preventing LeVass from controlling successfully.
LeVass won't allow Knapp to get back to his feet.
LeVass throwing strikes from guard but Knapp blocks nicely.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
LeVass throwing strikes from guard but Knapp blocks nicely.
LeVass lands a couple of elbows.
LeVass slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
LeVass throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
LeVass throwing strikes but missing.
Knapp wants to get back to his feet but LeVass is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Knapp keeps moving.
LeVass postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
LeVass trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
LeVass content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
LeVass throws a body shot but no joy.
Knapp shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with LeVass but LeVass pushes him off and we're back to square one.#KD2#
Knapp drops LeVass with a left and a right! Oh, LeVass is hurt - Knapp dives into side control looking to finish!
#ROC2#
LeVass is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Ka'Ra LeVass has been cut.
LeVass tries to improve position but can't.
LeVass sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
LeVass trying to hold on to Knapp's head to control him but Knapp postures up.
Knapp tries to stand but can't do so whilst LeVass controls his leg.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
LeVass is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
LeVass desperately trying to maintain half guard.
LeVass wants to get back to full guard.
LeVass gets back to full guard.
Knapp tries to stand but LeVass is controlling from the bottom. #SU2#
Knapp gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
LeVass throws a shot to the body.
LeVass throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Knapp stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Knapp falls off balance throwing a combination
and LeVass connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Peter Knapp will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ka'Ra LeVass's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Knapp with a body punch. A glancing blow.
LeVass jabs Knapp right on the nose. Knapp blinks but takes it well.
LeVass throws a hook but Knapp blocks it.
LeVass throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT#
It looks like Peter Knapp has been cut.#TD#
LeVass closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Knapp to the mat! Knapp manages to get full guard.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Knapp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Knapp being controlled here, momentarily.
Knapp preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Knapp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
LeVass controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
LeVass is looking to work some ground and pound but Knapp has wrist control.
LeVass trying to control but Knapp is working from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
LeVass 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. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Knapp misses with a jab to the body
and LeVass counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Knapp thinking.
LeVass circles away from the clinch attempt.
Knapp thows a left - swing and a miss!
LeVass stuffs the takedown.
LeVass misses the shot to the body.
LeVass slips a straight right by Knapp.#T2#
A slow jab from Knapp misses its intended target.
LeVass moves out of range of the strikes.
LeVass lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Knapp tries to score a power double leg takedown but LeVass sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Knapp somewhat.
It looked like LeVass wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Knapp lands a nice shot that snaps LeVass's head back.
Knapp's hands are dropping dangerously low here and LeVass connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Knapp scrambles back to his feet.
Knapp fails to land with a series of punches.
LeVass lands a slapping body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
LeVass lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Knapp throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and LeVass counters with a straight right hand.
LeVass lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Knapp misses with a double jab.
Knapp is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Knapp clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
LeVass tightens his grip and picks Knapp up, before dumping him to the ground. Knapp manages to land in guard.
LeVass is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Knapp can do to turn this around?#T3#
Knapp wants to stand and escape but LeVass is having none of it.
Knapp utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Knapp working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from LeVass.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Knapp keeps moving.
LeVass in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
LeVass postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Knapp keeping moving, preventing LeVass from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
LeVass swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
LeVass takes one on the chin but seems OK.
LeVass scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Knapp throws a head kick but LeVass moves out of range.
Peter Knapp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice jab there from LeVass.
Knapp on the wrong end of a nice jab.
LeVass comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
LeVass with a hook.
Left hook, right uppercut from Knapp.
LeVass digs a good hook to Knapp's body.
LeVass throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Knapp connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed LeVass momentarily.
LeVass throws a solid leg kick but Knapp takes the impact on his shin and smiles at LeVass.
LeVass lands the left hand.
LeVass scores with a crisp jab that stopped Knapp in his tracks.
LeVass lands a slapping body shot.
LeVass lands with a good body shot.
Knapp moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC#
Knapp is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ka'Ra LeVass dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
LeVass scores with a jab.
LeVass misses with the combination.
Knapp throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
LeVass doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Knapp counters with a straight right hand.
Knapp looks to throw the jab but LeVass is out of range.
Knapp darts in trying to clinch
and LeVass counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
LeVass throws a big shot that misses.
Good leg kick by Knapp there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from LeVass misses its intended target.
LeVass takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Knapp scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#TD#
LeVass fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Knapp to the ground. LeVass is now in Knapp's guard.
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!
Knapp preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
LeVass stands up over Knapp, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
LeVass not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as LeVass accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Knapp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
LeVass is really struggling to control Knapp but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Knapp working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from LeVass.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Knapp keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
LeVass blocks a jab.
Knapp throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
LeVass gets the takedown into side control.
LeVass is looking to take a break and control but Knapp is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
LeVass scores with a couple of short elbows.
Knapp takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A lull in the action here as LeVass stalls from top position.
Knapp wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
LeVass working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
LeVass 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.#T3#
Knapp takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Knapp is pushing LeVass's head away, looking to escape. LeVass manages to hold on to the position though.
LeVass landing strikes.
Knapp is still in real trouble! Can LeVass finish him?
LeVass sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Knapp is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
LeVass in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
LeVass wants to take a breather but Knapp manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for LeVass.
LeVass throwing strikes but missing.
Knapp seems to have recovered his senses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as LeVass accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Knapp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
LeVass working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Knapp's head.
LeVass working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Knapp's head.
Knapp working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from LeVass.
LeVass stays in close to Knapp's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Knapp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
LeVass cracks Knapp with a solid left hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ka'Ra LeVass showed his dominance in that final round.
I think LeVass has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ka'Ra LeVass!
Ka'Ra LeVass was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Holmgang 6
Date: Jul 31, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
LeVass closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - LeVass lands in his opponent's guard.
LeVass in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hunter preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
LeVass is looking to work some ground and pound but Hunter has wrist control.
LeVass postures up and lands a big shot to Hunter's brow.
LeVass lands a couple of elbows.
Hunter is trying to keep LeVass in close.
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
LeVass throws a big elbow that misses.
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
LeVass not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
LeVass postures up in Hunter's guard and throws a big left but Hunter blocks it.
LeVass trying to control but Hunter is working from the bottom.
LeVass in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hunter wants to improve his position but instead LeVass has moved into half guard.
LeVass not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
LeVass not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hunter moves into full guard.
LeVass scoring with some ground and pound.
LeVass lands a couple of digs.#T2#
LeVass scoring with some ground and pound.
LeVass trying to control but Hunter is working from the bottom.
Hunter trying to keep a closed guard but LeVass is proving a slippery customer.
Hunter has momentary wrist control but LeVass slips an elbow through the middle.
Hunter trying to control the position.
LeVass is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
LeVass makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
LeVass's corner is telling him to maintain position.
LeVass has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hunter utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hunter keeping moving, preventing LeVass from controlling successfully.
LeVass controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
LeVass wants to control from the top but Hunter keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells LeVass's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
LeVass throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
LeVass scoring with punches to the head and body.
LeVass working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
LeVass trying to control but Hunter is working from the bottom.
LeVass throws a big elbow that misses.
LeVass working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hunter's head.#T4#
Hunter not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
LeVass is looking to work some ground and pound but Hunter has wrist control.
Hunter is looking to sweep but instead, LeVass has passed into half guard.
#SUB2#
Hunter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hunter looks winded!
LeVass lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hunter is staying active underneath LeVass, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hunter is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
LeVass working the head and body with strikes.
Hunter avoiding damage under a succession of punches from LeVass.
Hunter is trying to defend against the ground and pound but LeVass scores with a couple of nice shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ka'Ra LeVass dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
LeVass smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
LeVass lands a slapping body shot.
Jay Hunter is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
LeVass connects with a body shot that sends Hunter's belly button to the back.
Hunter takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hunter moves away.
Hunter fakes a jab and throws a low kick but LeVass checks it well.
LeVass takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hunter moves forwards but LeVass connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hunter throws the kick towards the body but LeVass avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunter misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hunter looks to score with a jab to the body but LeVass is just out of range.
LeVass jabs Hunter to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hunter is breathing heavily.
Hunter takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
LeVass swings for the body but Hunter moves out of range.
Hunter doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
LeVass connects with a body shot.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hunter manages to avoid it.
LeVass tries to score with a low kick but Hunter moves his leg out of the way.
Hunter has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hunter there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hunter is looking to chop away at LeVass's legs.
An attempted straight right counter from LeVass misses the target.
A jab from LeVass finds it's way through Hunter's defenses.
Ka'Ra LeVass is winning the standup battle so far.
LeVass lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
LeVass thuds his right hand into Hunter's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
LeVass scores with a jab. Hunter acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #ROC#
Hunter is rocked!
Hunter walks straight into a right hand from LeVass - that's dropped him! LeVass jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Hunter from any more punishment! Hunter complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ka'Ra LeVass!
A very excited looking Ka'Ra LeVass rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
Holmgang 2
Date: Jul 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Banana takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Banana misses with a left hand
enabling LeVass to counter with a crisp jab.
LeVass with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Banana on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#TD2#
LeVass manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Banana on his heels. He'll look to pass Banana's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Banana has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but LeVass can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
LeVass working some strikes from top position.
LeVass is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've been hearing good reports from Banana's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Banana looking for a guillotine here but LeVass defends easily.
#SUB#
Banana looking for a guillotine here but LeVass defends easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
LeVass postures up.
#T1##SUB#
Banana is looking for a triangle but LeVass pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Banana had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. LeVass defends it easily.#SUB#
Banana escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. LeVass gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
LeVass scoring with punches to the head and body.
LeVass postures up and lands a big shot to Banana's brow. #SUB#
Banana has an active guard here but LeVass has managed to pass into half guard.
Banana moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Banana looking for a guillotine here but LeVass defends easily.
#T2#
LeVass stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Banana swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Banana is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
LeVass chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Banana looking for a guillotine here but LeVass defends easily.
LeVass works over Banana with some ground and pound from guard.
LeVass is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Banana had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. LeVass defends it easily.#SUB#
Banana looking for submissions from the bottom but instead LeVass passes into side control.
#T3#
Banana seems a little lost for a moment, as LeVass dominates the positioning.
LeVass is putting a hurting on Banana here, landing some big shots from side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Banana takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Banana can't do much from the bottom here.
LeVass lands a nice forearm strike.
Banana sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Banana looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
LeVass drops an elbow to the side of Banana's head.
Banana is not content to let LeVass control the position.#SUB#
Banana looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Nice strikes from LeVass there.
LeVass seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Banana looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and LeVass pushes past his half guard into mount!
Banana sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB#
Banana looking for submissions off his back.
LeVass trying to control the action but Banana is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Banana looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Banana looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
LeVass working the head and body with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ka'Ra LeVass dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Banana misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
LeVass checks a leg kick nicely.
Banana throws a head kick that misses.
LeVass scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Banana throws a head kick that misses
and LeVass counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
LeVass cracks Banana with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#TD2#
LeVass bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Banana tries to bench press LeVass off him but LeVass keeps the position.
LeVass looks up at the clock and then as Banana takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, LeVass smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
LeVass lands some shots froms side control.
LeVass lands some shots froms side control.#ROC2#
Banana is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big shot lands for LeVass! That's hurt Banana! Will he recover? LeVass fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ka'Ra LeVass!
Ka'Ra LeVass bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Molly Banana spoke after the fight, saying 'You must defeat Sheng Long to stand a chance!'.
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Event:
USFC 119
Date: May 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Labosky with a body punch. A glancing blow.
LeVass smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Labosky closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Labosky seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Labosky throws an overhand right that lands on LeVass's shoulder, as LeVass tries to avoid the shot.
Labosky misses with a wild body shot.
LeVass punishes Labosky's body with a nice straight punch.
Labosky tries a head kick but it misses.
LeVass shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
LeVass takes a swing at Labosky's ribcage but misses.
Labosky misses with the combination.
Jean Labosky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of LeVass 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Labosky slips under a jab from LeVass.
Labosky misses with a few strikes there.
Labosky throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Labosky.
Some wild striking there from Labosky.
#T1#
Labosky comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
LeVass jabbing away but nothing is landing.
LeVass slips under a jab from Labosky.
LeVass keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Labosky misses with a straight left.
LeVass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
LeVass shoots for a double leg takedown but Labosky sprawls well. He's pushed LeVass's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Labosky swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Labosky throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by LeVass.
Labosky scores with the left hand. LeVass knows he should have avoided that one.
Labosky throws a right and a left that LeVass avoids nicely.
Labosky throws a head kick that misses.
Labosky is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by LeVass.
A leg kick checked by LeVass.
LeVass lands with an overhand left.
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!
LeVass looks to land a right hand but Labosky moved out of range.
Labosky tests LeVass's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jean Labosky is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Labosky uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
LeVass uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Labosky.
LeVass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Labosky appears to be looking for a big counter.
LeVass looks to throw the jab but Labosky is out of range.
LeVass lands with a nice body punch.
LeVass slips a straight right by Labosky.
LeVass lands with a thumping leg kick.
LeVass comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Labosky throws a big shot that misses.
LeVass connects with a body shot that sends Labosky's belly button to the back.
Labosky throws a nice head kick!
Labosky throws a hook but LeVass blocks it.
LeVass is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Labosky misses with a combination
and LeVass counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A lazy left from LeVass finds it's target.
Labosky dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on LeVass. That did some damage!#T3#
LeVass misses with a looping left.
Labosky lands a nice shot to the body.
Labosky tries to bum rush LeVass with a series of wild strikes but LeVass uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It seemed like LeVass was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Labosky swings and misses with a hook to the body.
LeVass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Labosky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as LeVass throws out the jab.
LeVass throws a right hand that Labosky ducks under and follows up with a left that Labosky also avoids with ease.
Labosky just misses with a punch to the body.
LeVass fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Labosky lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
LeVass uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Labosky.
Labosky jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Labosky tries to bum rush LeVass with a series of wild strikes but LeVass uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Labosky misses with a double jab
and LeVass makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Some wild striking there from LeVass.
#T4#
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Labosky manages to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Labosky misses with a looping left.
Labosky moves out of range of the strikes.
Labosky is looking to counter with head kicks.
Labosky takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Labosky throws a sloppy head kick and LeVass moves out of range easily.
The crowd cheers as LeVass lands an impressive looking overhand right. Labosky doesn't seem phased though.
Labosky lands a lovely overhand right.
LeVass moves out of range of the strikes.
LeVass sizes up Labosky with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Labosky moves out of range as LeVass strikes.
Labosky thuds a left hand into LeVass's body.
LeVass keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Labosky.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Labosky ducks down and throws a hook to the body but LeVass moves away.
Labosky moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Labosky defending well as LeVass loads up on a big left hand.
Labosky misses with a low kick.
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 Jean Labosky 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#
Labosky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but LeVass manages to avoid it.
Labosky lands a lovely overhand right.
Labosky has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Labosky there as he acknowledges the shot.
Labosky swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
LeVass throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Labosky blocks a jab.
LeVass misses with a wild body shot.
LeVass tries to score a power double leg takedown but Labosky sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten LeVass somewhat.
LeVass uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Labosky.
Labosky scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass misses with a hook.
Jean Labosky is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
LeVass connects with a single shot there.
LeVass lands a nice hook to Labosky's body. Labosky takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
LeVass throws a hook to the side of Labosky's head but Labosky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Labosky misses the target.
Labosky slips a straight right by LeVass.#T1#
LeVass avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little jabbing left from LeVass on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
LeVass misses with an uppercut. Labosky saw that one coming.
Labosky swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and LeVass counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
LeVass lands a nice looking body shot.
Labosky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but LeVass manages to avoid it.
A big left from LeVass misses.
Labosky on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ka'Ra LeVass seems to be getting the better of the standup.
LeVass misses with an uppercut. Labosky saw that one coming.
Labosky throws a quick counter head kick but LeVass was just out of range.
LeVass misses with a jab, cross combination.
Labosky tries a head kick but it misses.
Labosky throws a head kick but LeVass moves out of range.
Labosky misses with a head kick.
LeVass avoids the head kick by Labosky.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
LeVass gets a double leg takedown into Labosky's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Labosky wants to get back to his feet but LeVass is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
LeVass distracts Labosky with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2#
LeVass passes into half guard.
Labosky blocking the ground and pound attempt from LeVass.
Labosky blocking the ground and pound attempt from LeVass.
LeVass lands strikes from half guard.
Labosky is staying active underneath LeVass, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Labosky tries to push off, looking to stand up, but LeVass manages to move to mount!
LeVass working away from the top, dropping strikes.#ROC2#
Labosky is rocked!
LeVass unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Labosky wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! LeVass celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ka'Ra LeVass!
A very excited looking Ka'Ra LeVass rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
USFC 113
Date: Apr 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Haack moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
LeVass misses the shot to the body.
Haack swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
LeVass looks to score with a jab to the body but Haack is just out of range.
Haack replies with a solid counter kick to the body but LeVass blocks it well.
LeVass ducks under a wild hook from Haack.
Haack keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Haack scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
LeVass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Haack.
Haack scores with a jab to the body.
Haack on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
LeVass throws the left hand but Haack avoids the punch easily.
Haack thinks about the counter body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Haack darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Haack does it's job there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Haack.
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!
Haack getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Haack misses the shot to the body.
Haack throws a low kick but LeVass avoids it.
LeVass seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A slow jab from LeVass misses its intended target. #T1#
LeVass misses with a body shot.
LeVass throws a hook but Haack avoids it easily.
A jab lands there for LeVass.
LeVass blocks the body kick.
Haack bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Haack has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
LeVass scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Haack ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
That kick from Haack tenderised LeVass's leg. LeVass is trying to keep his angry face on.
Andre Haack seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haack displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as LeVass throws out the jab.
LeVass misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Haack.
LeVass misses with a takedown attempt
and Haack counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Haack jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
LeVass tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Haack is able to avoid easily.
LeVass swings for the body but Haack moves out of range.
Haack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Haack lands with a kick to the ribs.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Haack goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Haack looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Haack throws a good cross that connects.
LeVass fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
It seemed like Haack was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Haack lands an overhand right.
LeVass fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Haack looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
LeVass takes a swing at Haack's ribcage but misses.
LeVass misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Haack.
Haack scores with a crisp jab that stopped LeVass in his tracks.
Haack throws out a loose jab but LeVass uses good head movement to avoid it.
LeVass is looking to wear down Haack with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#TD#
LeVass scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
LeVass is looking to take a break and control but Haack is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
LeVass takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
LeVass is nestled in close to Haack, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. LeVass lands a nice short elbow.
LeVass trying to control from half guard but Haack is working away.
Haack regains full guard. Nicely done.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Haack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haack seems keen to control LeVass's posture.
LeVass trying to control the position from guard on top but Haack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
LeVass looking to sit in guard and control but Haack gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
LeVass has his hands on Haack's head, controlling the position. #T4#
LeVass looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Haack is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LeVass wants to sweep but no luck.
LeVass working a defensive guard here.
LeVass pulls Haack in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andre Haack dominated that round.
That's time! LeVass's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Haack throws a head kick but LeVass moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Haack.
Andre Haack seems to be getting the better of the standup.
LeVass throws an overhand right that lands on Haack's shoulder, as Haack tries to avoid the shot.
LeVass misses with a left hand
and Haack counters with a leg kick.
LeVass misses with a leg kick.
LeVass throws a lazy right hand but Haack sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Haack is looking to score with low kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Haack. LeVass does a little dance to reset his feet.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Haack manages to avoid it.
Haack misses the body punch #TD#
and LeVass counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
LeVass throws a strike but Haack rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
LeVass keeping full guard, as Haack tries to pass.
LeVass pulls Haack in close to prevent any damage.
LeVass wants to sweep here but Haack controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Haack wants to stand but LeVass is controlling his posture from full guard.
Haack is fighting to break LeVass's control of his arms but LeVass is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
LeVass working a defensive guard here.
LeVass wants to sweep here but Haack controlling him for the moment.
Haack controls from within his opponent's guard.
LeVass looking for a sweep. Not yet LeVass, not yet. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
LeVass controls Haack momentarily but Haack frees himself.
Haack preventing the sweep.
LeVass working a defensive guard here.
LeVass manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Haack manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Haack controlling LeVass's posture.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells LeVass's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Haack keeping moving, preventing LeVass from controlling successfully. #T3#
LeVass with a flurry of punches that miss.
Haack looking to hit a scissor sweep but LeVass is one step ahead there.
LeVass looking to pass the guard.
LeVass trying to control but Haack is working from the bottom.
LeVass postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Haack wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Haack swings for the body but LeVass moves out of range.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
Haack keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from LeVass.
Haack lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
LeVass throws a body punch but Haack moves out of range.
Haack lands a jab.
Haack uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by LeVass.
Haack pushes LeVass away with a front kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from LeVass. Haack does a little dance to reset his feet.
LeVass gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Haack counter with a right hand.
Haack connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Haack looking to land some kicks to the body here.
LeVass shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Haack connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Haack connects with the punch.
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.
That's time! LeVass's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
A slapping body kick lands there for Haack.
Haack misses with a body kick.
No joy there for LeVass, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Haack moves away.
Haack throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Haack misses the body punch
and Haack takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Haack has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Haack pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
LeVass drops down looking for a counter takedown but Haack sprawls and moves away.
LeVass throws a hook but Haack avoids it easily.
Haack thumps LeVass with a low kick.
Haack tries to land a front kick but LeVass steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Haack misses with an uppercut
and LeVass counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haack moves out of range of the leg kick from LeVass.
Haack misses with an uppercut.
LeVass fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
LeVass thuds his right hand into Haack's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A low kick from Haack is predictable there #TD#
and LeVass counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T1#
LeVass is thwarting Haack's attempts to control the position.
Haack is looking for a sweep. LeVass is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
LeVass working over Haack with some ground and pound. Haack looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Haack is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Haack avoiding damage under a succession of punches from LeVass.
Haack is looking to escape.
LeVass is looking to stall here but Haack recovers full guard.
Ka'Ra LeVass overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Haack is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ka'Ra LeVass has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andre Haack is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
LeVass postures up in Haack's guard and throws a big left but Haack blocks it.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Haack keeps moving.
LeVass controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Haack has momentary wrist control but LeVass slips an elbow through the middle.
Haack avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
LeVass looking to sit in guard and control but Haack gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
LeVass is looking to sweep but instead, Haack has passed into half guard.
#T3#
LeVass is looking for a sweep. Haack is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
LeVass is trying is best to control the position here.
Haack controlling the action here.
Haack wants to free his trapped foot but LeVass is holding on for dear life with his legs.
LeVass wants to control but Haack is keeping busy.
LeVass wants to improve his position but Haack is controlling well.
Haack wants to pass to mount but LeVass is defending the position. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
LeVass tries to get to full guard but Haack has control of the leg.
LeVass is working hard here to advance position.
Still in half guard, Haack seems content to control.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
LeVass slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Haack controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Haack preventing the sweep.
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 Ka'Ra LeVass.
I think Haack 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andre Haack!
A victorious Andre Haack thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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