 |
Play
by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
|
Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 25, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Flagg breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Artist looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Flagg is fending him off so far but Artist persists. Nope, Flagg circles away and we're back to standing.
Flagg connects with a single shot there.
Artist dives in for a single leg takedown but Flagg sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Flagg is looking to clinch but Artist is avoiding it.
Artist attempts a counter takedown but Flagg avoids it well and moves away.
Flagg walks into a jab.#CL2#
Flagg rushes Artist and presses him up against the cage.
Flagg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Artist backwards.
Flagg swings wildly with an uppercut but Artist uses good head movement to avoid it.
Flagg lands a nice shot to the body.
Flagg lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Artist or not.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Artist.
Flagg scores with a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Artist tries for a takedown but Flagg manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Artist. That's going to take a lot out of him.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Flagg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Flagg stalling.
Artist has Flagg pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Flagg manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Flagg breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Artist doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Flagg to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Flagg scores with a three punch combo!
Artist closes this distance looking for a takedown but Flagg circles away.#CL2#
Flagg has managed to clinch.
Flagg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Artist backwards. #TD#
Artist has Flagg pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Artist pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Flagg tumbling to the mat - Artist dives into Flagg's guard.
Artist wants to control from the top but Flagg keeps moving.
Artist stays in close to Flagg's body and controls the position.
Artist postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Flagg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Artist is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Croque Mitaine Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Artist sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Artist looking to sit in guard and control but Flagg gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU2#
Flagg stands and steps away. Artist gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Artist dives in and grabs Flagg's left leg, looking for a takedown. Flagg pushes down on Artist's head and hops out.#TD#
Artist shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Flagg is trying to defend but Artist finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Flagg wants to get back to full guard.
Artist throwing shots but Flagg is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Artist looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Artist is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3#
Artist thows a huge punch but Flagg dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Artist is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Flagg defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Flagg is not content to let Artist control the position.
Flagg is looking to improve his position.
Artist is looking to take a break and control but Flagg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Artist sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Flagg defending well though. #SUB#
Artist is looking for a kimura but Flagg is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Artist to get the leverage. #SUB#
Artist is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Artist looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Artist sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Artist thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Flagg is trying to get back to full guard.
Artist sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Flagg defending well though.
Flagg keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Artist thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Flagg dominated that round.
That's time! Artist's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Flagg misses with a jab, cross combination.
Artist darts in looking for a takedown but Flagg gets double underhooks and turns Artist into the cage.
Flagg lands a jab to the nose.
Artist goes for a double leg but Flagg avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Flagg continues to drive forward.
Flagg unleashes a big counter combination but Artist bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nice takedown defense from Flagg. No joy for Artist on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Artist. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Artist has a takedown stuffed.
Randall Flagg seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Flagg displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Artist throws out the jab.
The Artist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Flagg tries to clinch but Artist is having none of it.
Flagg fails to land with a series of punches.
Flagg takes one to the chin there.#CL2#
Flagg moves into range and clinches up with Artist.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC2#
Flagg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Flagg has managed to clinch.
Flagg pushes Artist back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Flagg lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1##TD#
Artist has hold of one of Flagg's legs. Flagg is fighting the takedown attempt but Artist gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Flagg is on top in guard.
#REVB##SU2#
Flagg gets to his feet - Artist follows without any prompting.
Artist misses with a lunging right hand
and Flagg counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Flagg lands with a kick to the ribs.
Flagg stuffs the takedown.
Flagg is looking for the big counter here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Flagg keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Artist takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Flagg lands with a nice body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Artist gets tackled into the cage by Flagg. Flagg maintains the clinch.
Flagg lands a body punch in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Flagg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Flagg lands with a short shot to the head.
Flagg lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Flagg lands with a short shot to the head.
Flagg lands a shoulder strike.
Flagg has Artist pressed against the cage.
Flagg lands a body punch.
Flagg lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Artist or not.
Flagg pressing his opponent against the cage.
Flagg lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Flagg manages to break the clinch.
Flagg throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Flagg has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Artist misses with a series of wild punches.
Flagg keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Flagg scores with a kick to the body.
#T3#
Artist dives in for a single leg takedown but Flagg sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
As Artist backs off Flagg throws a huge counter combo but Artist manages to avoid it all.
The Artist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Flagg gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Flagg lands a left hand.
A short left from Flagg.
Flagg lands a right hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Flagg.
Artist drops down looking for an ankle pick but Flagg pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Artist tries to keep at a distance but Flagg has taken the fight into the clinch.
Flagg scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Flagg escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Artist tries for a takedown but Flagg circles away easily
and Flagg counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Flagg closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Flagg breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Flagg scores with a one two! Artist had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #ROC2#
Artist is rocked!#T4##CL2#
Flagg clinches with his opponent.
Oh Artist is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A nice right hand lands inside from Flagg.
Flagg gets through Artist's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Artist wants a takedown but no success here.
Flagg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Flagg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Flagg throws a big uppercut that drops Artist! More strikes from Flagg and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Artist lies dazed against the cage as Flagg celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randall Flagg!
A pretty intense looking Randall Flagg took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
|
|
|
|
Event:
MMMA 52 Moors vs Martin
Date: Nov 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Artist takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice shot lands for Sutherland.#TD#
Artist shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Artist was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Artist looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sutherland defending against the ground and pound.
Artist creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Sutherland sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Artist is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sutherland has escaped the position, nice work there.
Artist postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Artist working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB#
Artist tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Artist has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sutherland is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Artist throws an elbow but Sutherland slips to the side and avoids it well.
Sutherland is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Artist is trying to get an arm triangle but Sutherland is defending well.
Artist tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Artist tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Artist creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Sutherland sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Sloppy strikes there by Artist.
Artist misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Artist wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sutherland keeps working.
Sutherland takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T2#
Artist postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
An elbow from Artist crashes against the mat.
#SUB#
Artist looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Artist misses with the ground and pound.
Artist 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.#SUB#
Artist wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sutherland, who protects the arm well.
Artist in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Artist tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Artist in side control lands a decent elbow. #SUB#
Artist has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Sutherland is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Artist yanks on the arm and Sutherland is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Artist.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). The Artist!
After winning the bout, The Artist thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
MMMA 44 Gray vs Juravlev
Date: Oct 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Artist getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD2#
Artist scores with a takedown into Muakbar's guard.
Muakbar is controlling Artist's posture.
Artist scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Artist postures up in Muakbar's guard and throws a big left but Muakbar blocks it.
Muakbar managing to control the position.
Muakbar 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muakbar trying to control the position here.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Muakbar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Muakbar is trying to keep Artist in close.
#T1#
Muakbar wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Artist throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Muakbar works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Artist working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Artist trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Muakbar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Artist with a flurry of punches that miss.
Artist distracts Muakbar with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Artist working his ground and pound in the gym.
Muakbar utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Artist keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Muakbar's head.
Artist with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Artist is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Artist postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Artist landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Artist trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Artist throws a big right hand that misses.
Artist wants to control from the top but Muakbar keeps moving.
Muakbar wants to sweep but no luck.
Artist looking to sit in guard and control but Muakbar gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Muakbar throws a strike but Artist rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Artist throwing strikes from guard but Muakbar blocks nicely.
Artist throws a strike but Muakbar rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Muakbar is looking to work some ground and pound but Artist has wrist control.
Muakbar throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Artist works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Muakbar wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving. #T3#
Muakbar missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Artist has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Muakbar doesn't defend quickly enough and Artist has managed to lock this one up! Can Muakbar escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Artist on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). The Artist!
A relieved looking The Artist thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Haji Muakbar stepped up to the mic, saying 'the roid rage just didn't kick in this time'.
|
|
|
|
Event:
MMMA 37: Bestarsson vs Booney
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Artist just misses with a punch to the body.
Korotkov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Artist's waist but Artist gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Korotkov off to one side.
Artist looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Artist moves out of range of the strikes.
Korotkov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Artist circles away quickly and effectively.
Artist tests Korotkov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Artist is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Korotkov.
OH! Korotkov has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Artist smells blood and charges in for the finish! Artist unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Korotkov sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). The Artist!
A victorious The Artist thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D2): Rio de Janeiro Qu - R2
Date: Jul 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Artist and Jacques La Haine. Artist comes to the cage accompanied by Limp Bizkit / Break Stuff. La Haine comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Cut Killer - Nique La Police kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; The Artist! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Jacques La Haine!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Alexandre Firmino and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
La Haine has Artist up against the cage in a clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Artist has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Artist drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
La Haine is trying to trip Artist. He has hold of a leg but Artist is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. La Haine persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Artist (0) vs (2) La Haine
Artist working for a triangle but La Haine defends it easily.
Artist throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! La Haine escapes and throws Artist's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Artist (0) vs (5) La Haine
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist is trying to work for a sweep but La Haine has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Artist (0) vs (7) La Haine
That's one minute gone in the round.
La Haine prevents Artist from getting the reversal.
Artist regains half guard.
La Haine performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Artist looking for a kimura from the bottom but La Haine passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Artist (0) vs (10) La Haine
That's two minutes gone in the round.
La Haine controls the position from side control.
Artist tries to get back to half guard but can't.
La Haine works to advance to full mount. Artist defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Artist (0) vs (12) La Haine
That's three minutes gone in the round.
La Haine controlling the position easily from mount.
Artist is looking to improve his position but La Haine isn't that keen on the idea.
La Haine content just to control the position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
La Haine is trying to take his opponent's back.
La Haine controlling from the full mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Artist wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Artist (0) vs (15) La Haine
I would not like to be Artist right now.
Artist tries to roll but La Haine sticks to his back.
La Haine slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
La Haine is continuing to stall.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Artist tries to break free.
Well, with La Haine on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Artist is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
La Haine is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Artist tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Artist tries to reverse the position but La Haine maintains control.
La Haine tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
La Haine is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Artist is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Artist (0) vs (18) La Haine
I would not like to be Artist right now.
You can see the frustration on Artist's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
La Haine is riding his opponent, not letting Artist buck him off.
Artist is really stuck here.
La Haine controls the action.
La Haine's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The adventures of La Haine the control monster continue. Boring.
Artist wants to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Artist is really stuck here.
La Haine keeps control of the position easily here as Artist tries to buck him off.
I really don't envy Artist right now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
La Haine is riding his opponent, not letting Artist buck him off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Artist tries to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
La Haine wins on points by 18 to 0.
Jacques La Haine bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
|
|
|
Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D2): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between De Forest Treadwell and The Artist. Artist has chosen Limp Bizkit / Break Stuff as his entrance music. The Artist is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; De Forest Treadwell! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; The Artist!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Felipe Paraventi and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Artist looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Treadwell (0) vs (2) Artist
Treadwell wants to sweep but no luck.
Treadwell is working hard here to advance position.
Treadwell keeping moving, preventing Artist from controlling successfully.
Artist avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Treadwell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Treadwell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Artist is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Artist engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Treadwell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Artist doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Artist manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Artist is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Artist looking to pass the guard.
Treadwell throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Artist drops back looking for a leg! Treadwell is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Treadwell manages to kick Artist off! Artist jumps back into Treadwell's guard.
Treadwell keeping moving, preventing Artist from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Artist might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Treadwell haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Artist postures up.
Treadwell is really struggling to control Artist but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Artist wants to pass the guard but Treadwell is keeping the position.
Artist 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.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Treadwell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Artist is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Treadwell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell keeping moving, preventing Artist from controlling successfully.
Artist pushes down on Treadwell's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Treadwell is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Artist's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Artist's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Treadwell (4) vs (2) Artist
Artist is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Treadwell looking for the choke from the back.
Artist is really stuck here.
Artist turns into Treadwell and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Treadwell (4) vs (4) Artist
Artist trying to control but Treadwell is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Artist defends well.
Artist trying to control but Treadwell is working from the bottom.
Treadwell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Artist defends well.
Artist is fighting to break Treadwell's control of his arms but Treadwell is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Artist is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Artist passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Treadwell (4) vs (7) Artist
Treadwell is looking to reverse the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Artist working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Artist looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Treadwell is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Treadwell's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Artist tries to move into full mount but can't pass Treadwell's legs.
Treadwell can't do much from the bottom here.
Artist wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Treadwell, who protects the arm well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Artist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Treadwell is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Treadwell is trying to improve his position.
Treadwell manages to work his way to half guard, despite Artist's best efforts.
Treadwell is trying to maintain the position but Artist is very close to passing his half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Artist working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Treadwell controlling the position for now.
Artist is keen to just control but Treadwell is a slippery customer.
Artist is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell trying to control from the bottom.
Artist is working for a kimura but Treadwell is defending it quite comfortably.
Artist wants to take a breather but Treadwell is having none of it.
Artist is looking for a kimura here.
Artist seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Treadwell does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Treadwell wants to get back to full guard.
Artist is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Treadwell is just riding it out for now. Artist eventually gives up the hold.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell is doing well to control the position and prevent Artist from advancing to side control.
Artist is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Artist seems to be working for a kimura but Treadwell defends the submission attempt.
Artist looks winded!
Artist is keen to just control but Treadwell is a slippery customer.
Artist is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Treadwell is controlling Artist's trapped leg to prevent Artist from advancing to side control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Treadwell.
Treadwell keeping moving, preventing Artist from controlling successfully.
Artist is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Treadwell is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Treadwell has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Treadwell (6) vs (7) Artist
Treadwell is pushing down on Artist's leg trying to pass to half guard. Artist is fighting to maintain full guard but Treadwell has managed to sneak the leg through.
Treadwell is trying to work for a kimura but Artist is defending well.
Artist wants to improve his position but Treadwell is controlling well.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell seems to be looking for submissions.
Treadwell is working for a kimura but Artist is defending it quite comfortably.
Treadwell passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Treadwell (9) vs (7) Artist
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Artist is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Treadwell (9) vs (9) Artist
Artist trying to control but Treadwell is working from the bottom.
Artist drops back looking for a leg! Treadwell is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Treadwell manages to kick Artist off! Artist jumps back into Treadwell's guard.
Treadwell will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Treadwell 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.
Artist postures up.
Treadwell is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Treadwell keeping moving, preventing Artist from controlling successfully.
Treadwell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Artist content to stall in guard here.
Artist trying to control but Treadwell is working from the bottom.
Treadwell has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Artist can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Artist slips nicely into half guard.
Artist is keen to just control but Treadwell is a slippery customer.
Treadwell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Treadwell trying to hold on to Artist's head to control him but Artist postures up.
Treadwell tries to get to full guard but Artist has control of the leg.
Treadwell wants to control but Artist is keeping busy.
Treadwell won't allow Artist to pass to mount.
Artist is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Treadwell is just riding it out for now. Artist eventually gives up the hold.
Treadwell wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Artist gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Artist wins on points by 10 to 9.
During a confident post fight interview, The Artist thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
|
|
|
Event:
HFC Challengers 93
Date: May 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Artist shoots in looking for a takedown but Ua manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Artist's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ua lands with a hook. Artist tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Artist looks to land a combination but Ua avoids it well. #TD#
Artist looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ua!
You can see the frustration on Ua's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Artist'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.
Artist wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ua keeps working. #SUB#
Artist working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ua struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Artist tries for a kimura but Ua is defending well. #T1#
Artist trying to control the action but Ua is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Artist is trying to get an arm triangle but Ua is defending well.
Ua felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
You can see the frustration on Ua's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Artist working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Artist working away.#SUB#
Artist thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ua can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Artist tries for a kimura but Ua is defending well. #SUB#
Artist looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Artist working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ua tries to buck Artist off but Artist is having none of it.#SUB#
Artist thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Artist goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ua has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Artist but great work by Ua.#T3#
Ua throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Artist takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Ua throwing strikes but Artist manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #SUB#
Artist tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ua is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ua wants to control but Artist is keeping busy.
Artist trying to control the action but Ua is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Artist is looking for a kimura here.
Ua is trying to control but can't.
#T4##SUB#
Artist is trying to work for a kimura but Ua is defending well.
Artist seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ua does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ua is trying to control but can't.
Ua might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Artist haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Artist is working for a submission of some sort.
Ua is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Artist dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ua swinging wildly here.
Artist appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ua displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Artist.
Ua fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Artist manages to avoid it.
Ua scores with a shot to the body.
Artist changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ua tries to avoid it but Artist manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ua to the ground. Ua escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ua digs a good hook to Artist's body.
#TD#
Artist looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Ua looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Ua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ua trying to control the position here.
Ua looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Ua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Artist advances position into side control!#SUB#
Artist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ua is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Artist is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ua can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Artist tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Artist has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Artist working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ua is looking for a sweep.#T2##SUB#
Artist tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Artist has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Artist tries for a kimura but Ua is defending well.
Ua is trying to control Artist's posture but Artist avoids it. #SUB#
Artist is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ua has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Artist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ua is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Artist tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Artist has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
Artist working away.#SUB#
Artist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ua is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ua struggling a bit here.
Ua tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Artist wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ua can't do much from the bottom here.
Artist trying to control the position but Ua is working away. #SUB#
Artist wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ua, who protects the arm well.
Artist trying to control the position but Ua is working away. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ua is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Artist off and has taken his back!
Artist takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Ua keeps control of the position as Artist tries to break free.
Ua throwing sloppy strikes.
Ua is landing with strikes from the back.
Ua is punishing Artist with strikes - can he finish him?!
Artist is covering up but some of the strikes from Ua are getting through and doing damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ua is looking to control Artist but Artist is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Ua lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mack Ua showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Artist's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
No luck for Artist with that takedown attempt.
Artist throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ua's waist but Ua gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Artist off to one side.
Ua scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC2#
Artist is rocked!
Artist slips under a jab from Ua.
Oh Artist is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The Artist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ua circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Artist to the canvas! Artist doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Ua keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mack Ua!
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 308 Shankoli vs Gruber
Date: Apr 08, 2017 |
#R1#
No joy there for Malone, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Artist stuns Malone with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD#
Artist drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Artist looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Artist is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Malone knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Artist trying to control the action but Malone is working from the bottom.
Malone tries to buck Artist off but Artist is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malone manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Artist is working for a kimura but Malone is defending it quite comfortably.
Malone tries to roll over but Artist keeps him under control.#T1#
Malone trying to hold on to Artist's head to control him but Artist postures up.
Malone is refusing to be controlled, as Artist sits in half guard.
Artist missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Artist seems to be working for a kimura but Malone defends the submission attempt.
Malone wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Malone looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Artist is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Artist is working for a kimura but Malone is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Artist trying to control the action but Malone is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Artist is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Malone sees it coming and defends easily.
Malone is not content to let Artist control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Artist is trying to work for a kimura but Malone is defending well.
Malone avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Artist.
Artist throwing shots but Malone is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Artist seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3##SUB#
Artist is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Malone sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Artist is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Malone doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Artist.
Artist stalling. #SUB#
Artist is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Malone defends it well.
Artist throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Artist wants to take a breather but Malone is having none of it. #SUB#
Artist is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Malone is looking to improve his position.
Malone works his way to full guard. Good work.
Artist wants to control from the top but Malone keeps moving.
Malone being controlled here, momentarily.
Artist postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Malone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Artist is pushing down on Malone's leg trying to pass to half guard. Malone is fighting to maintain full guard but Artist has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Artist is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Malone sees it coming and defends easily.
Malone moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Artist dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Artist throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Artist ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Malone fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Artist on the side of the head.
Artist looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Malone tests Artist's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Artist shoots in looking for a takedown. Malone tries to sprawl out of it but Artist keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Malone manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Artist shoots in for a double leg but Malone sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Malone lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Malone misses with a straight left.
Malone looks to land a left hand but Artist moved out of range nicely.
The Artist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Artist takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Artist fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Artist. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Malone will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malone throws a right and a left that both miss.
Malone throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD#
Artist throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Malone was covering up waiting for the punch and Artist finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES2#
Malone pushes Artist off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T1#
Malone misses with a hook.
Artist changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Horrible takedown attempt by Artist or perhaps it was just good defense by Malone, which made it look bad.
Malone throws out a loose jab but Artist uses good head movement to avoid it.
Artist changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Artist shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Artist showed some decent athleticism there.
Malone makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Malone.
Artist postures up.
Malone avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Artist trying to control but Malone is working from the bottom.
Malone is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Artist is controlling him.
Malone bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Artist's guard. #REVB#
Artist avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Malone throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Malone with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Malone is looking to advance position but Artist has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Artist looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Artist tries to control but Malone wriggling away.
Artist with good strikes from the mount here!
Artist scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Malone?
Malone is trying to escape the mount.
Malone regains half guard.
Malone wants to improve his position but Artist is controlling well.
The Artist overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB#
Artist is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Malone still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Malone has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Malone throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Malone in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Malone scores with a couple of short elbows.
Artist tries to improve position but can't.
Malone landing a few strikes.
An elbow from Malone crashes against the mat.
Malone throws a strike aimed at the side of Artist's head but Artist avoids it well.
Malone working the ground and pound.
Malone looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Artist is avoiding damage well.
#T4#
Malone throws a strike aimed at the side of Artist's head but Artist avoids it well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Artist is looking for a sweep.
Artist takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#ROC2#
Artist is rocked!
Malone throws a strike aimed at the side of Artist's head but Artist avoids it well.
Oh Artist is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Malone working the strikes but Artist uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Artist is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Malone scores with a couple of nice shots.
Malone thows a huge punch but Artist dodges it nicely.
Malone lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Malone lands a big elbow - Artist is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Malone!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam Malone!
A very excited looking Sam Malone made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 305 Viceroy vs Malik
Date: Mar 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Artist takes one on the chin but seems OK.
One jabs Artist to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Artist on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Artist lands the left hand.
Nice shot lands for One.
Artist uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from One.
We've been hearing reports that Artist has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Artist takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
One stuffs the takedown attempt from Artist. Artist gets slowly back to his feet.
One drops Artist with a huge uppercut! Artist drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. One is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ay One!
A victorious Ay One thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 301 Yiftos vs Satan II
Date: Feb 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Macotti tries to clinch up
and Artist counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Artist looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Macotti takes one to the side of the head.
Artist pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL2#
Macotti closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Artist breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Artist scores with a jab to the body.
Macotti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Macotti throws a one two combo.
Artist swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Artist dodges the punch combination from Macotti.
Macotti dodges the punch combination from Artist.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Macotti showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Artist.
Macotti keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Artist.
Macotti works the jab nicely.
Artist connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2#
Macotti fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Artist, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
Artist takes an elbow to the temple.
Artist wants to break the clinch but can't.
Artist wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Macotti lands a hook that snaps the head of Artist backwards.
Macotti pushes Artist back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Artist's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Artist fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Macotti has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Macotti connects with the punch.
Artist throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Macotti scores with a takedown into Artist's guard.
Macotti wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving.
Macotti pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Artist is keeping the position for now.
Macotti trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Artist manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Artist postures up in Macotti's guard and throws a big left but Macotti blocks it.
Artist has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Artist wants to control from the top but Macotti keeps moving.
Artist with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Artist lying in Macotti's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Macotti decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Artist taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marco Macotti!
Marco Macotti seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC Challengers 89
Date: Jan 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Artist looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Artist tries to score with a low kick but Clifton moves his leg out of the way.
Artist looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Artist attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Artist loads up on a big right hand but Clifton slips the punch.#TD2#
Clifton drives through with a takedown into Artist's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Artist is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Artist avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #ES#
Artist scrambles and gets back to his feet.
A jab from Artist misses.
Artist missing with a left hand there. Clifton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Artist misses with a wild body shot.
Clifton looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Artist displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Clifton.
Artist takes a swing at Clifton's ribcage but misses.
Clifton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Clifton has his takedown stuffed
and Clifton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The Artist has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Clifton.
Artist swinging wildly here.
Clifton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Artist counter with a right hand.
Clifton dodges the punch combination from Artist.
Clifton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Artist defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Clifton.
Artist fails to land with a series of punches.
Clifton takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Clifton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Artist punishes Clifton's body with a nice straight punch.#TD2#
Clifton closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Artist to the mat! Artist manages to get full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Clifton wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving. #T2#
Clifton landing with the ground and pound.
Artist wants to get back to his feet but Clifton is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Clifton sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Artist wants to get back to his feet but Clifton is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Clifton throws a sloppy strike and Artist has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Clifton is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Artist!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Artist!
After winning the bout, The Artist thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC Challengers 88
Date: Dec 18, 2016 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Complete looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Complete throws a series of punches but Artist moves out of range.
Artist circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Artist has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Artist.
Artist moves out of range as Complete strikes.
Artist tries to counter with a takedown but Complete is quick to defend against it.
Complete pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Artist attempts a counter takedown but Complete avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Complete throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Artist counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Artist not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Complete won't allow Artist to pass to mount.
Artist throws a strike but Complete avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Artist advances to half guard. #T1##SUB#
Artist seems to be working for a kimura but Complete defends the submission attempt.
Complete keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Complete avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Artist.
Artist wants to lay and pray for a moment but Complete keeps working.
Complete felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Artist is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Artist trying to control from half guard but Complete is working away.
Complete blocking the ground and pound attempt from Artist.
Artist wants to take a breather but Complete is having none of it.
Complete is trying to stand up here but Artist is controlling him well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Artist is trying to work for a kimura but Complete is defending well.
Complete avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Artist. #SUB#
Artist wants to work for an arm triangle but Complete is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Artist looking for a submission but Complete manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Complete is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Artist has gone for a leg lock! Complete slips out almost immediately though and dives into Artist's guard.#REVB#
Complete scoring with punches to the head and body.
Complete trying to control the position from guard on top but Artist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Complete throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Artist avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Complete loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Complete throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Artist works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Artist avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Complete wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving. #SUB#
Artist working for a triangle but Complete defends it easily.
Complete throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Artist working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Complete.
Artist working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Complete.
Complete lands a couple of digs.
Complete postures up in Artist's guard and throws a big left but Artist blocks it.
Complete content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Complete looking to sit in guard and control but Artist gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Artist drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Complete manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Artist has Complete in his guard.#REVB#
Complete distracts Artist with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Complete dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Artist looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Artist shoots in but no luck this time.
The Artist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Artist closes the distance and clinches up with Complete, looking for a takedown. Artist pushes Complete against the cage but Complete circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Artist ducks under a wild hook from Complete.
Complete connects with a looping right hand.
Artist ducks under a wild hook from Complete.
Artist changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Artist on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL2#
Complete clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist is working for takedown but Complete is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Artist. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Complete has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Artist is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Complete lands a left hand.
Come on Complete - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#TD2#
Complete manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T1#
Artist throwing strikes but missing.
Complete 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.
Artist slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Artist has gone for a leg lock! Complete slips out almost immediately though and dives into Artist's guard.#REVB#
Complete connects with a couple of short punches.
Complete looking to sit in guard and control but Artist gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Artist throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Complete wants to sweep here but Artist controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Complete is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Complete is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Artist preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Complete is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Complete is working Artist over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Complete trying to stand up but can't free himself from Artist's guard.
Complete lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Complete loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Complete postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Complete landing with the ground and pound.
Artist keeping moving, preventing Complete from controlling successfully.
Complete is working Artist over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Artist preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Complete content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Complete throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Complete sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Artist's guard.
Complete throwing shots but Artist is blocking nicely.
Complete trying to mount his opponent but Artist defends it.
Complete winds up and cracks Artist with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Artist on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Artist is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Complete pulls his head out easily.
Complete working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Complete throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Artist blocking the ground and pound attempt from Complete.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Complete showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Complete has Artist up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Artist is fighting off a takedown attempt but Complete is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Artist to the mat. Artist regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Complete scoring with some ground and pound.
Complete scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Complete is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Complete content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Complete lands a couple of digs.
Complete throws a big elbow that misses.
Complete lands a couple of digs.
Complete is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #ROC2#
Artist is rocked!#T1#
Complete throwing strikes from guard but Artist blocks nicely.
Complete is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Complete postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Oh Artist is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Complete trying to control the position from guard on top but Artist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Artist has momentary wrist control but Complete slips an elbow through the middle.
Complete pushes down on Artist's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Complete throwing shots but Artist is blocking nicely.
Artist seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Complete looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Artist with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Complete trying to control the action but Artist is working from the bottom.
Artist is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Complete scores with a couple of nice shots.
Complete seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Artist is looking to improve his position.
Complete drops an elbow to the side of Artist's head.
Complete has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Complete lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Artist! More strikes land and this one is all over! Complete jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mr Complete!
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 287 Prime vs DeLuise II
Date: Nov 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Matthews changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Artist throws a series of punches but Matthews moves out of range. #CL2#
Matthews moves into the clinch.
Matthews scores with a hook to the body.
Matthews has Artist pressed against the cage.
Matthews is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Matthews continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Matthews displaying some good clinch control by pressing Artist up against the cage.
Artist wants a takedown.
Matthews is leaning against Artist and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews gets through Artist's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Artist has hold of one of Matthews's legs. Matthews is fighting the takedown attempt but Artist gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Matthews manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Artist manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
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!
Matthews tries to free his leg and advance position but Artist is retaining full guard. #T1#
Matthews seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Artist might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Matthews is pushing down on Artist's leg trying to pass to half guard. Artist is fighting to maintain full guard but Matthews has managed to sneak the leg through.
Matthews not doing much here.
#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.
Let's hope that Matthews has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Matthews's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Matthews.
Matthews trying to mount his opponent but Artist defends it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Matthews thuds his right hand into Artist's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Clay Matthews seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#KD2#
Matthews feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Artist sprawling to the canvas! Artist rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Matthews finish him?!
Matthews throws a hook but Artist avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Matthews misses the target.
Matthews lands with an uppercut that bounces Artist off the cage and back into range.#ROC2#
Artist is rocked!
Matthews circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Artist drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Matthews follows Artist to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clay Matthews!
Clay Matthews thanked the fans post fight for their support.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 282 Artist vs Rock
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
#R1#
Rock tries to clinch up but Artist circles away and keeps his distance.#TD2#
Rock scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Artist's coaches at 3Band MMA ($500/week) have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Artist blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rock.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rock connects with a nice short shot to Artist's temple.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Rock working his ground and pound in the gym.
Artist is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Rock seems to be working for a kimura but Artist defends the submission attempt.
Rock is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist is refusing to be controlled, as Rock sits in half guard.
Rock throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1#
Rock slows the pace down in half guard.
Rock has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Artist looks like he's trying to stand up.
Rock content to control rather than advance. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rock stalling away here and it's allowed Artist to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Rock showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Artist is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rock is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The Artist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Artist throws a jab but it's blocked by Rock.
No luck for Rock with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Rock shoots in looking for a takedown. Artist tries to sprawl out of it but Rock keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Artist manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A swing and a miss from Artist.
The Artist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Artist swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rock moves away from the strike by Artist.
Rock shoots in but Artist avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The Artist has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abu Rock.
Rock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Artist.
Artist turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Artist jabs at Rock's body.
Artist misses with a straight left.
Rock doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Artist throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Rock shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Artist napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Rock prevents Artist from escaping the position.#T4#
Rock is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Artist's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB2#
Rock tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Artist is trying to get back to his feet.
Rock slows the pace down.
Rock trying to control the action but Artist is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rock tries to move to mount but Artist blocks the move with his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Abu Rock will probably get the nod.
That's time! Artist's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Artist thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rock flicks out a counter leg kick but Artist steps away.
Rock misses with a takedown attempt - Artist sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Rock displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Artist throws out the jab.
Rock is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Rock shoots for a double leg takedown but Artist sprawls well. He's pushed Rock's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rock fails with a takedown attempt.
The Artist has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abu Rock.
Artist misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Rock counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Artist wants to stand up but Rock is controlling him.
Rock looking to sit in guard and control but Artist gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Artist stands and steps away. Rock gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Artist is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rock.
Rock is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Artist.#T1#
Artist stuffs the takedown.
Rock dives in for a single leg takedown but Artist sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Artist is looking for a counter combo.
Rock scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Rock takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Artist misses with a straight left.
Artist throws a lazy right hand but Rock sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The Artist is winning the standup battle so far.
Artist rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rock moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rock steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Artist throws a body punch but Rock moves out of range.
Rock is trying hard to land a takedown here. Artist sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice defenses there by Rock.
Artist misses with a double jab.
Artist lands a lovely overhand right.
Artist lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rock circles away quickly and effectively.
Artist misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Rock counters with a single leg into guard. Artist didn't expect that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rock pushes down on Artist's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Abu Rock has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Rock performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rock thows a huge punch but Artist dodges it nicely.
Rock sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Artist defending well though.
Rock is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Artist wants to get back to his feet.
Rock trying to control from half guard but Artist is working away. #T3##ES#
Artist kicks off Rock and gets to his feet. #TD2#
Rock manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Artist on his heels. He'll look to pass Artist's guard now, I'm sure.
Rock controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rock wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving.
Rock controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Artist keeping moving, preventing Rock from controlling successfully.
Rock is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The Artist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A punch lands to the side of Rock 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Artist misses with a straight right.
Artist looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Artist dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Artist misses with a double jab.
Rock changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Artist tries to avoid it but Rock manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Artist to the ground. Artist escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Artist is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rock can do to turn this around?
Rock ducks under a wild hook from Artist.
Rock bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Artist.
Rock dives in and grabs Artist's left leg, looking for a takedown. Artist pushes down on Rock's head and hops out.
A telegraphed right hand from Artist misses the target.
Artist stuffs the takedown attempt from Rock. Rock gets slowly back to his feet.
The Artist has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abu Rock.
Artist throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Rock counters with a single leg into guard. Artist didn't expect that.
Rock distracts Artist with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist keeping full guard, as Rock tries to pass.
Rock wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving. #T1#
Rock seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Rock looking to pass the guard.
Rock stops Artist from standing up.
Rock trying to control the position from guard on top but Artist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rock is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Artist looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rock dives in and grabs Artist's left leg, looking for a takedown. Artist pushes down on Rock's head and hops out.
Rock uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Artist.
Artist throws an overhand right that lands on Rock's shoulder, as Rock tries to avoid the shot.
Rock takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rock looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Artist throws a big counter combination but Rock scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Artist catches Rock with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Artist jabs Rock to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rock displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Artist throws out the jab.
Artist throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rock is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Artist swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Artist connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rock's hands.#T3#
Rock staying out of range there.
Artist fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Artist throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rock.
Rock slips a jab from Artist.
Rock fails with the takedown.
Artist misses the jab.
Artist rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rock counters with a two punch combo.
Artist stuffs the takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rock is defended easily by Artist.
An attempted straight right counter from Artist misses the target.
Artist misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rock.
#T4#
Artist waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rock.
Artist throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Rock counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rock trying to control but Artist is working from the bottom. #ES#
Artist is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Artist is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Rock tries for a takedown. No joy.
Artist is trying to break the clinch but Rock has him pressed against the cage.
Rock tries to stall but Artist uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC#
Artist escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
No joy there for Artist, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Artist wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rock shoots in for a double leg but Artist sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And that's the end of the fight!
The Artist showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Artist 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Artist!
The Artist thanked the fans post fight for their support.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC Challengers 84
Date: Sep 18, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Welsh has managed to clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Welsh.
Welsh lands a knee to the head.
Artist on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Welsh prevents Artist from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Welsh breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Artist connects with a body shot that sends Welsh's belly button to the back.
Welsh blocks a jab.
Welsh is looking to clinch but Artist is avoiding it.
Artist doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Welsh tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Welsh moves in looking to clinch but Artist pushes him off.
Artist looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Welsh has taken the fight to the clinch.
Artist is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Artist takes a knee to the side of the body.
Artist is trying to break the clinch but Welsh has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Artist breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Artist lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL#
Welsh rushes Artist and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Welsh lands a knee to the head.
#CUT#
It looks like The Artist has been cut.
Artist tries to break free but Welsh pushes him back against the cage.
Welsh keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Artist's efforts to push away.#T1#
Artist tries to break the clinch but Welsh is controlling the position.
Welsh connects with a nasty looking knee right to Artist's face.
Welsh missing with knees to the body.
Artist takes a knee to the side of the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Welsh - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Welsh keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Artist's efforts to push away.
Welsh keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Artist's efforts to push away.
Artist wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2#
Artist breaks the clinch.
We've been told by Welsh's head coaches at 3Band MMA ($500/week) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Welsh fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Welsh shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Artist as he jumps to the side.
A punch combination from Artist misses.
Welsh is trying hard to land a takedown here. Artist sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for TJ Welsh. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Welsh fails with the takedown.
Welsh fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Welsh takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Artist swats away the attempt to clinch by Welsh.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Artist! But no joy.
Artist misses with a straight left.
Welsh changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Welsh misses with a takedown attempt - Artist sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Welsh tries to close the distance and clinch up but Artist swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Welsh has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Artist finds it's way round the side to connect with Welsh's head.
Welsh avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Artist misses with a wild combination.
Welsh fails with an attempt to clinch.
Artist throws a counter combo.
Artist looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Artist swats away the attempt to clinch by Welsh.#T3#
Artist's jab looks to have found its range, popping Welsh under the eye.#CL#
Welsh clinches with his opponent.
Artist is looking to break free of the clinch but Welsh has double underhooks. #BC#
Welsh's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Artist misses with an attempted mid kick.
Artist throws a solid leg kick but Welsh takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Artist.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Welsh doesn't manage to clinch there - Artist circles away.
Welsh shoots for a double leg takedown but Artist sprawls well. He's pushed Welsh's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Artist looks to land a combination. Welsh sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#
It looks like TJ Welsh has been cut.
Nice body punch from Artist.
Artist misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Welsh.
Artist lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Welsh circles away quickly and effectively.
Welsh displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Artist throws out the jab.
Welsh slips a jab and a cross from Artist.
#CL#
Welsh clinches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A short body shot lands from Welsh as the two fighters clinch.
#BC2#
Artist breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Artist works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
Welsh is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Artist.
Welsh displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Artist throws out the jab.
Artist pivots, looking for a leg kick but Welsh is out of range and Artist settles back down. #CL#
Welsh pushes Artist up against the cage in a clinch.
Artist is trying to force a seperation but Welsh has the dominant position.#BC2#
Artist's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice takedown defense from Artist. No joy for Welsh on that attempt.
Artist works Welsh's body with a nice hook.
Welsh avoids the head kick by Artist.
A big right from Artist misses.
Artist keeps the fight on the outside.
Artist cracks Welsh with a good jab.
The Artist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Artist lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Welsh fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD#
Welsh shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Welsh showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Artist kicks off Welsh and gets to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Artist dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Welsh closes this distance looking for a takedown but Artist circles away.
The Artist seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Artist misses with a wild combination.
#TD#
Welsh decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Welsh seems to be looking for submissions.
Welsh is trying to control. Artist wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Welsh is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Welsh is looking to stall here but Artist recovers full guard.
Artist is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Welsh is controlling him. #T1#
Welsh is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Artist wants to stand up but Welsh is controlling him.
Welsh wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving. #SU#
Artist is working an open guard so Welsh takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
Welsh feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Welsh trying to control the position from guard on top but Artist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU#
Welsh stands up and waves to Artist to follow him. #T2#
Artist avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Artist feints and then cracks Welsh's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Welsh down.
Artist misses with a body shot.
Welsh tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Artist manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Welsh shoots in but Artist avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Artist lands a right hook to the body.
#TD#
Welsh feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES2#
Artist has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Welsh off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
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!
Welsh avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Artist thows a leg kick but Welsh checks it
and Welsh counters with a series of strikes. Artist will be more careful next time no doubt.
Welsh closes the distance and clinches up with Artist, looking for a takedown. Welsh pushes Artist against the cage but Artist circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for TJ Welsh. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Artist misses with a low kick.
Artist pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Welsh back to the cage. Artist follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
No luck for Welsh with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Artist circles away from the clinch attempt.
Welsh takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Artist displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Welsh.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Artist misses with a head kick.
TJ Welsh is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Artist scores with a nice body kick.
Artist looks to land a combination but Welsh avoids it well.
Artist throws a lazy right hand but Welsh sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Artist throws a front kick aimed at Welsh's knee but Welsh avoids it well.
Artist goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Welsh cracks Artist with an open hand slap.#TD#
Welsh throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Artist tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Welsh is in Artist's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Welsh stops Artist from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Welsh stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Artist jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Artist has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Welsh moves in looking to clinch but Artist pushes him off.
Welsh takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T4#
Welsh shoots in looking for a takedown. Artist tries to sprawl out of it but Welsh keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Artist manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Welsh takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Good shot there by Artist.
Welsh shoots in looking for a takedown but Artist manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Welsh's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Welsh shoots in looking for a takedown. Artist tries to sprawl out of it but Welsh keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Artist manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Artist misses with a straight left.
Artist throws a lazy right hand but Welsh sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Artist throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Artist wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Welsh tries to clinch but Artist moves out of range.
As Welsh backs off Artist throws a huge counter combo but Welsh manages to avoid it all.
Artist stuffs the takedown attempt from Welsh. Welsh gets slowly back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Artist showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Welsh pushes Artist up against the cage in a clinch.
Welsh tries a body shot but Artist blocks it.
Welsh jumps guard but Artist stands there with Welsh around his waist. Welsh gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Welsh prevents Artist from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Welsh manages to break the clinch.
Welsh looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Artist misses with a wild body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Welsh.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for TJ Welsh. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Welsh drops his hands momentarily and Artist takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Welsh looks for a takedown but Artist sprawls well.#CL#
Welsh forces Artist back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Artist breaks the clinch.
#T1#
Artist throws a series of punches but Welsh moves out of range.
Welsh tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Artist manages to circle out of the way.
The Artist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Welsh fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Artist avoids it really well and circles away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Artist.
Artist bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Welsh's head backwards.
Welsh fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Welsh on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC2#
Welsh is rocked!
Welsh takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Oh Welsh is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Welsh tries to close the distance and clinch up but Artist swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Welsh closes this distance looking for a takedown but Artist circles away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Welsh tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Artist defends well and Welsh ends up having to push Artist into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Welsh looks for a takedown but Artist sprawls well.
Welsh is holding his hands too far apart here. Artist throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Welsh is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). The Artist!
The Artist seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 276 Prime vs DeLuise
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Artist as Kahric shoots in.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Artist throws a body punch but Kahric moves out of range.
Kahric closes the distance and clinches up with Artist, looking for a takedown. Kahric pushes Artist against the cage but Artist circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Artist throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Artist misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Artist misses the jab.
Kahric seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kahric fails with a takedown attempt.
Artist now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samir Kahric. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kahric is trying hard to land a takedown here. Artist sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Artist tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Artist rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kahric moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice takedown defense from Artist. No joy for Kahric on that attempt.
Artist misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kahric.
Artist swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kahric fails with a takedown attempt.
Artist misses with a hook. Kahric ducked under it nicely.
Artist jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circle momentarily. Artist darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kahric gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1##TD#
Kahric gets a takedown into half guard.
Kahric throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #ES2#
Artist manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Artist thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Artist misses. #TD#
Kahric scores with a takedown into Artist's guard.
Kahric in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Artist is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Artist utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kahric loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2##SUB2#
Kahric throws a sloppy strike and Artist has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Kahric is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Artist!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Artist!
The Artist seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 272 Take It All
Date: Jul 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Artist misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Prizefighter moves into the clinch.
Artist has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Prizefighter's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#BC#
Artist escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Prizefighter moves out of range of the leg kick from Artist.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Artist checks a leg kick.
Artist is looking for a counter combo.
Prizefighter dodges the punch combination from Artist.
The crowd cheers as Artist lands an impressive looking overhand right. Prizefighter doesn't seem phased though.
Artist throws a leg kick but Prizefighter checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist misses with a low kick.
Artist scores with a sloppy right hand. Prizefighter should have avoided that one.
Artist throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Artist misses with a two punch combination.
Artist throws a combination that misses
and Prizefighter counters with a thumping low kick.
Artist throws a hook but Prizefighter blocks it.#T1#
Prizefighter digs a good body shot into Artist's ribs.
Prizefighter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Artist.
Artist stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Artist swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Prizefighter feints a counter leg kick.
Artist lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
An inside leg kick from Artist misses.
Artist misses with a hook.
Artist throws a body shot but no joy.
Prizefighter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Prizefighter ducks under a wild hook from Artist.
Despite the aggression on Prizefighter's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Prizefighter misses with a wild body shot.
Artist throws a hook but Prizefighter avoids it easily.
Artist throws a jab when Prizefighter was well out of range.
Artist backing away here, and Prizefighter unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
We've been told by Artist's head coaches at 3Band MMA ($500/week) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Artist misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Prizefighter.
Artist throws a hook but Prizefighter avoids it easily.
Prizefighter throws a counter combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Artist tries to bum rush Prizefighter with a series of wild strikes but Prizefighter uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Artist misses with a hook
#TD2#
and Prizefighter counters with a takedown into side control.
Prizefighter creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Artist sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T2#
Prizefighter landing strikes.
Prizefighter trying to control the action but Artist is working from the bottom.
Artist managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Prizefighter.
Prizefighter scores with punches from side control.
Prizefighter misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Prizefighter lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Prizefighter in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Prizefighter with the ground and pound but Artist regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Prizefighter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Artist is not content to let Prizefighter control the position.
Prizefighter thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Still in half guard, Prizefighter seems content to control.
Prizefighter working over Artist with some ground and pound. Artist looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Prizefighter sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Artist defending well though.
Prizefighter trying to mount his opponent but Artist defends it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Prizefighter trying to advance position but Artist counters by regaining guard.
Prizefighter seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Artist has momentary wrist control but Prizefighter slips an elbow through the middle.
Prizefighter trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Artist manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T4#
Prizefighter lands with a heel strike from the guard.
Artist wanted to stand there but Prizefighter had control of the position.
Prizefighter working a defensive guard here.
Artist is looking to stand up but Prizefighter won't let him. #SUB2#
Prizefighter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Artist defends it easily.#SU#
Artist stands up and waves to Prizefighter to follow him.
Prizefighter avoids the body shot from Artist.
Artist misses with an uppercut.
Prizefighter looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Artist dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Prizefighter lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Artist throws a lazy right hand but Prizefighter sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Artist checks a leg kick.
The Artist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Artist pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The Artist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Prizefighter scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A low kick from Artist is predictable there
and Artist takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Prizefighter showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Artist.
A little jabbing left from Prizefighter on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Artist throws a right hand that Prizefighter ducks under and follows up with a left that Prizefighter also avoids with ease.
Prizefighter dodges the punch combination from Artist.
Artist misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prizefighter tries a head kick but it misses.
Prizefighter lands the left hand.
Prizefighter 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.
Prizefighter uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Artist.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A lazy left from Artist finds it's target.
Prizefighter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Artist.#T1#
Artist fails to land with a series of punches.
Artist falls off balance throwing a combination
and Prizefighter makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Artist tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Prizefighter was well out of range. Poor timing from Artist.
Artist swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Prizefighter was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Artist walks into a left hand.
Artist ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Prizefighter moves away.
Prizefighter tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Prizefighter is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Prizefighter slips a jab and a cross from Artist.
Prizefighter feints a counter leg kick.
The Artist is winning the standup battle so far.
Prizefighter misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Artist.
Prizefighter lands a head shot.#TD2#
Prizefighter manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Artist on his heels. He'll look to pass Artist's guard now, I'm sure.
Prizefighter engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Prizefighter throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Prizefighter postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Artist preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Prizefighter won't allow Artist to get back to his feet.
Prizefighter trying to control the position from guard on top but Artist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Prizefighter won't allow Artist to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Artist tries to score with a low kick but Prizefighter moves his leg out of the way.
Prizefighter misses with a jab, cross combination.
A telegraphed right hand from Artist misses the target.
Prizefighter displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Artist throws out the jab.
Prizefighter throws a nice inside leg kick.
Artist misses with a straight left.
Prizefighter was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T3##CL2#
Prizefighter closes the distance and pushes Artist back into the cage.
Artist wants to get back to striking at distance but Prizefighter won't allow it.
#BC#
Artist breaks the clinch.
A big right from Artist misses.
Prizefighter clobbers Artist with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Artist throws a body shot but no joy.
Prizefighter unleashes a big counter combination but Artist bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Artist throws a body shot but no joy.
Artist misses the jab.
Prizefighter throws out a counter right but Artist avoids it with no problem.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Artist 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 Prizefighter has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Prizefighter and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Prizefighter is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A chopping leg kick lands by Prizefighter.
Prizefighter scores with a jab. Artist acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Artist ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Artist misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Prizefighter counters with a nice double leg into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Prizefighter trying to control but Artist is working from the bottom.
Prizefighter missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
Prizefighter in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Prizefighter trying to control the position from guard on top but Artist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Prizefighter with a nice head shot there.
Artist keeping moving, preventing Prizefighter from controlling successfully.
Prizefighter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Artist is keeping the position for now.
Prizefighter is still trying to improve position.
Prizefighter with a nice head shot there.
HeavyWeight Prizefighter has got the better of the ground game so far.
Prizefighter wants to control from the top but Artist keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
HeavyWeight Prizefighter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Prizefighter avoids the body shot from Artist.
Prizefighter feints a counter leg kick.
Prizefighter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Artist.
Prizefighter is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Prizefighter showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Artist.
A nice inside leg kick there by Prizefighter. That's going to slow Artist down.
Artist throws a right and a left that both miss.
Prizefighter tries to counter with a clinch but Artist shakes him off and moves away.
Artist throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Prizefighter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Artist.
Prizefighter has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Prizefighter moves in looking to clinch but Artist pushes him off.
Artist is looking to counter punch.
Prizefighter lets loose with a powerful body kick. Artist will feel that in the morning.
Artist misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Artist does no damage.
Artist is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Prizefighter's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Prizefighter fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2#
Prizefighter moves into range and clinches up with Artist.#BC#
Artist breaks from the clinch.
Prizefighter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Artist.
Artist throws a hook but Prizefighter blocks it.#T1#
The fighters circling - Artist throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Artist attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Prizefighter tries to counter with a clinch but Artist shakes him off and moves away.
Prizefighter lands the left hand.
Artist walks forward, straight into a front kick from Prizefighter.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Some bone on bone action there as Prizefighter checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Artist is looking to chop away at Prizefighter's legs.
Artist takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Artist is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Artist lands a nice shot to the body.
Artist misses with a double jab.
Prizefighter shoots in but no luck this time.
Artist lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Prizefighter circles away quickly and effectively.
Prizefighter connects with the punch.
Artist walks into a left hand.
Artist throws a hook but Prizefighter avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Artist coming out on top.
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!
Artist lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Artist blocks a head kick by Prizefighter.
Prizefighter fails to land with a series of punches.
Artist appears to be looking for a big counter.
Artist throws a leg kick that misses.
Prizefighter ducks under a wild hook from Artist.
Prizefighter slips a straight right by Artist.#CL2#
Prizefighter moves into the clinch.
Artist wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC#
Artist's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Artist throws a right and a left that both miss.
As Artist backs off Prizefighter throws a huge counter combo but Artist manages to avoid it all.
A chopping leg kick lands by Prizefighter.
A bone on bone clash there as Prizefighter blocks the leg kick.
Prizefighter doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
The Artist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Prizefighter slips under a jab.
Artist needs to keep his hands up - Prizefighter had a free shot at his head there.
Prizefighter just misses with a punch to the body.
Artist fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Prizefighter manages to avoid it.
Prizefighter slips under a jab from Artist.#T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Prizefighter. That's going to slow Artist down.
Artist looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Prizefighter throws a counter combo.
Prizefighter slips a straight right by Artist.
Prizefighter misses with a jab, cross combination.
Artist throws a hook to the side of Prizefighter's head but Prizefighter sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Prizefighter blocks a jab.
Prizefighter tries to counter with a clinch but Artist shakes him off and moves away.
Artist scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Prizefighter tests Artist's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Artist keeps the fight on the outside.
Prizefighter shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Artist sprawls well. Artist wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Prizefighter gets slowly back to his feet.
Artist is looking to counter punch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Prizefighter.
Artist lands a body shot.
#T4#
Artist throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Prizefighter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Prizefighter - that will leave a mark!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Artist has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Prizefighter.
Prizefighter connects with a solid leg kick.
Prizefighter shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Artist as he jumps to the side.
Artist was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The Artist has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of HeavyWeight Prizefighter.
Artist misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Prizefighter.
A cross from Artist lands.
Artist is looking to land body kicks.
Artist looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Prizefighter scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Artist shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Prizefighter eats them both and turns towards Artist to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Prizefighter is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Artist.
Prizefighter feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Artist's calf.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Artist shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
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 The Artist.
I think Artist 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Artist!
After winning the bout, The Artist thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 268 Big Bad Buzz
Date: Jul 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Artist closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Mies's coach down at Bruize Brothaz was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Mies's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Mies tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Artist manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Artist was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mies walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mies missing with a left hand there. Artist was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mies lands a nice hook to Artist's body. Artist takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Artist misses with the combination.
Artist digs a good body shot into Mies's ribs.
Artist listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mies takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Artist keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mies.
Mies gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mies takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jab by Artist.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mies looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice body punch from Artist.
Mies throws a hook but Artist avoids it easily.
Nice cross by Mies.
Mies moves in looking to clinch but Artist pushes him off.#T1#
Artist connects with a jab.
Nice body kick there by Artist.
We've been told by Artist's head coaches at Rape Academy (7 elite, 6 2x elite) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Artist's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mies under the eye.
Jab by Artist.#ROC#
Mies is rocked!
Mies takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mies is still on wobbly legs! Can Artist finish him?
Mies throws a right hand that Artist ducks under and follows up with a left that Artist also avoids with ease.
An attempted straight right counter from Artist misses the target.
Artist throws an overhand right that drops Mies like a sack of potatoes! Artist dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Artist!
After winning the bout, The Artist thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Pit Mies was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back stronger!'.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC Challengers 76
Date: May 29, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Artist shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ua manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ua has Artist pulled in close to control his posture.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Ua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Artist content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Artist throwing strikes but missing.
Artist chips away with some ground and pound.
Artist throws a strike but Ua rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Artist working for a triangle but Ua defends it easily.
Ua looking to sit in guard and control but Artist gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Ua controls Artist momentarily but Artist frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ua working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Artist.
Ua working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Artist.
Artist with a flurry of punches that miss.
Artist trying to control but Ua is working from the bottom.
Artist throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Artist is fighting to break Ua's control of his arms but Ua is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Artist accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ua 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.
Artist lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Artist working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ua's head.
We've been hearing that Artist has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Artist makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Artist throws a strike but Ua rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T2#
Ua is in close to Artist's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ua postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Artist is looking for a triangle but Ua pushes his legs off easily.
Ua missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Artist avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ua must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ua throwing strikes from guard but Artist blocks nicely.
Ua with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Ua stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Artist throws up his legs and catches Ua in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Ua tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Artist! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). The Artist!
A very excited looking The Artist made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC Challengers 75
Date: May 15, 2016 |
#R1#
Johnson is looking to clinch but Artist is avoiding it.
Artist steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Johnson. That one must have hurt.
Johnson connects with the punch.#TD2#
Artist feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Johnson wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Artist wants to pass the guard but Johnson is keeping the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Johnson holds on and takes a little breather.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Artist working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Johnson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson working a defensive guard here.
Artist postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artist connects with a couple of short punches.
Artist throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Johnson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Artist is aware though and is defending well.
Artist trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Artist throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Johnson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Johnson is trying to control. Artist wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Artist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Artist looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Johnson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Artist defends it well. #SUB#
Artist is defending against the submission attempts here by Johnson.
#T2#
Johnson is taking a breather. Artist says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Johnson trying to mount his opponent but Artist defends it.
Johnson is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Johnson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Johnson seems to be working for a kimura but Artist defends the submission attempt.#T3##SUB2#
Artist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Johnson trying to mount his opponent but Artist defends it. #SUB#
Johnson is working for a kimura but Artist is defending it quite comfortably.
Johnson is stalling here. Artist is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Johnson seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Artist has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T4#
Johnson is looking to reverse the position.
Artist scores with punches from side control.
Artist in side control lands a decent elbow.
Johnson takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#SUB2#
Artist goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Johnson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Artist but great work by Johnson.
Johnson taking a break here but Artist is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB2#
Artist looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Johnson pushes past his half guard into mount!
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!
Johnson looking to control but Artist is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Johnson with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
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 Eddie Johnson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Artist fails to land the takedown.
Artist shoots in and drives through. Johnson sprawls well.
Johnson throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch but Artist swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Artist circles away from the clinch attempt.
Artist is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Johnson slaps away a takedown attempt from Artist, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Eddie Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Artist.
Johnson throws a head kick but Artist moves out of range.
#TD2#
Artist shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Johnson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Johnson trying to keep a closed guard but Artist is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Artist lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Johnson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Artist's guard. #REVR##SUB#
Johnson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Artist manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Johnson has Artist in his guard.#REVB#
Artist loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Artist postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Artist chips away with some ground and pound.
Artist with a flurry of punches that miss.
Artist throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Johnson wants to sweep here but Artist controlling him for the moment.
Artist is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Johnson trying to control the position here.
Artist is in close to Johnson's body, working some short punches and elbows.#ROC2#
Johnson is rocked!#SUB2#
Artist is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Johnson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Johnson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T2#
Johnson forces his way into half guard.
Johnson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Johnson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Artist keeps working. #T3##SUB2#
Artist is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Johnson pulls his head out easily.
Artist is refusing to be controlled, as Johnson sits in half guard.
Johnson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Artist actively working from the bottom here.
Johnson works his way into full mount! #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Johnson goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Artist is on top in guard.
Johnson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Artist connects with a couple of short punches.#ES#
Johnson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Artist off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #TD2#
Artist drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Artist in side control lands a decent elbow.
Johnson takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Johnson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Artist seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but The Artist will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Johnson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Johnson tries to clinch up but Artist circles away and keeps his distance.
Johnson lands a front kick.
Eddie Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Artist looking to score a takedown here. Johnson is defending well but Artist drives through and ends up in Johnson's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Artist postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Johnson 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.
Artist lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Artist connects with a couple of short punches.
Artist scoring with punches to the head and body.
Artist postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Artist throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The Artist has got the better of the ground game so far.
Artist content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Oh Johnson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Johnson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Artist avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Artist loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1##ES#
Johnson has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Artist has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Johnson seems to have got his legs back now.
Johnson connects with a nasty looking knee right to Artist's face.
Artist is looking to take this one to the mat.
Johnson with a knee to the head.
Artist drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Johnson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Artist takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Johnson lands a knee to the head.
Johnson tries a knee to the head but Artist blocks it.
Artist is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Johnson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Eddie Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Artist.
Johnson lands with a left to the head.
Johnson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Artist is defending well for now.
Artist is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Johnson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Johnson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Artist wants a takedown but no success here.
Johnson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Artists head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Johnson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Artist is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Johnson throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T2##TD2#
Artist has Johnson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Artist pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Johnson tumbling to the mat - Artist dives into Johnson's guard.
Johnson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Artist is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Johnson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Artist has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Johnson has managed to get both his arms back between Artist's legs - danger averted.
Johnson pushing down on Artist's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Johnson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Artist sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Johnson is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Johnson is just content to waste time from the top position. Artist takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Johnson trying to control but Artist is working from the bottom.
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Artist is keeping the position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Artist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Johnson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Artist is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Artist has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Johnson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Artist must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Artist with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
And that's the end of the fight!
Eddie Johnson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Johnson 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... The Artist!
An out of breath The Artist thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
|
|
|
|
Event:
HFC 257 Evil Seeds
Date: Apr 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Garcie slips a straight right by Artist.
Garcie is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Artist misses with a head kick.
Garcie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Artist as he avoids it easily.
Artist lands a head shot.
Artist thuds a left hand into Garcie's body.
Artist throws a hook to the side of Garcie's head but Garcie sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Artist jabs Garcie right on the nose. Garcie blinks but takes it well.
Garcie fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Artist avoids it really well and circles away.
Artist throws a series of punches but Garcie moves out of range.
No luck for Garcie with that takedown attempt.
Artist looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
The Artist has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricksono Garcie.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Artist lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Artist slaps away a takedown attempt from Garcie, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Artist was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Garcie walks into a straight right hand from Artist.
Artist slaps away a takedown attempt from Garcie, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The Artist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Artist lands a right hook to the body.
Garcie tries to move into range but Artist moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Artist fails to land with a series of punches.
Artist misses with a double jab.
Artist lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Artist.
Artist works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Garcie ducks right into an uppercut from Artist.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab lands there for Artist.
Garcie looks for a takedown but Artist sprawls well.
Garcie misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A little feinted left hand from Artist on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Garcie closes this distance looking for a takedown but Artist circles away.
Artist lands the left hand.
Garcie tries for a takedown but Artist circles away easily
and Artist counters with a right hand to the body.
Artist stuffs the takedown attempt from Garcie. Garcie gets slowly back to his feet.
Garcie has a takedown stuffed.
Artist appears to be looking for a big counter.
Artist tries a head kick but it misses.
Artist cracks the inside of Garcie's front leg.
The Artist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Artist slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Artist throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Artist stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jab, jab by Artist - just one landing.
Artist will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Garcie steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Artist.
Garcie shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T3#
Garcie tries to close the distance and clinch up but Artist swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Artist cracks Garcie with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Artist is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Artist keeps the fight on the outside.
Artist connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A shot to the liver by Artist. Beautiful body shot.
Artist scores with a leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Artist darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Artist sizes up Garcie with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Artist throws a shot from downtown. Garcie moves away and avoids it.
Garcie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Artist lands with a nice combination. Garcie backs away looking to recover.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Artist misses with a low kick.
Artist lands a nice looking body shot.
Garcie blocks a jab.
Garcie closes the distance and clinches up with Artist, looking for a takedown. Garcie pushes Artist against the cage but Artist circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Garcie fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've been told by Artist's head coaches at Rape Academy (7 elite, 6 2x elite) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Artist, as that shot connected.
Artist defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Garcie.
Garcie shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Artist defends it nicely.
Artist getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A punch lands to the side of Garcie 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Artist thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circling - Artist throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Artist keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Artist stuns Garcie with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Artist swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Garcie.
Garcie takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Artist dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Artist looks to land a right hand but Garcie moved out of range.
Garcie throws out a counter right but Artist avoids it with no problem.
Artist throws a nice inside leg kick.
Artist fails to land with a series of punches.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Garcie might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Artist has got the better of the exchanges.
Garcie needs to keep his hands up - Artist had a free shot at his head there.
Nice cross by Artist.
Garcie looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Artist dips to his left and cracks Garcie with an uppercut!#ROC#
Garcie is rocked!
Garcie scores with a head kick.
Artist keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Garcie is still on wobbly legs! Can Artist finish him?
Some wild striking there from Artist.
Garcie seems to have recovered his senses.
Garcie slips a jab and a cross from Artist.
Garcie shapes to counter with a head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Artist thows a left - swing and a miss!
Some wild striking there from Artist.
Artist sets himself, and Garcie steps forward looking for the clinch! Artist avoids it this time.#T1#
Artist keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The Artist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Garcie fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Artist avoids it really well and circles away.
The Artist has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricksono Garcie.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Artist.
Artist swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Garcie.
Artist punishes Garcie's body with a nice straight punch.
Artist throws a series of strikes that have Garcie backpedaling.
We've been informed that Garcie has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Artist swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Garcie takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Artist throws a hook but Garcie avoids it easily.
Garcie avoids the body shot from Artist.
Artist throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Garcie stumbling backwards into the cage! Garcie bounces back off the cage towards Artist, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Artist lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Artist celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). The Artist!
Our winner, The Artist, 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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
