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Event:
Pride FC 33
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Bombs with a hook.
Bellwether uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bombs.
It seemed like Bellwether was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bomb Bombs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bombs jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bellwether keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bombs.
Bellwether walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bombs.
Nice cross by Bellwether.
Good exchange - Bellwether coming out on top.
Bombs lands with an overhand left.
Bellwether will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bellwether shoots and misses
and Bombs counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Bombs scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bellwether misses with an uppercut. Bombs saw that one coming.
Bombs feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bellwether misses with a right hand
and Bombs cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bombs is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bombs catches Bellwether with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Bombs lands a head shot.
Bombs pushes Bellwether away with a front kick.
Bomb Bombs is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The fighters circling - Bombs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bombs connects with a right hand. Bellwether shakes it off.
Bombs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bellwether manages to avoid it.
Bellwether walks into a jab.
Bombs fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bellwether has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bombs connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bombs looks to throw the jab but Bellwether is out of range.
Bombs misses with a right hand
and Bellwether counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bellwether tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bombs sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bellwether somewhat.
Bomb Bombs has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Beckett Bellwether.#T2#
Bombs connects with a single shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bellwether tries to score with a low kick but Bombs moves his leg out of the way.
Bellwether pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bombs was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A left lands for Bombs.
Bellwether walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bellwether misses with a looping left.
Bombs plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A solid leg kick lands there for Bombs.
Bombs is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bombs throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bombs looks to throw the jab but Bellwether is out of range.
Bellwether feints the counter takedown.#T3#
Bellwether moves forwards but Bombs connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jab, jab by Bellwether - just one landing.
Bombs on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bellwether. Bellwether obviously looking to wear him down.
Bombs misses with a series of wild punches.
Bellwether changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bombs misses with a body shot.
Bombs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bellwether has a takedown stuffed.
Bombs tried to counter with a leg kick but Bellwether avoided it.
The fighters circling - Bombs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice cross by Bombs.
Bombs scores with a punch to the head.#T4#
Bellwether takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bellwether ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bellwether slips under a jab from Bombs.
Bellwether tries a quick counter leg kick but Bombs is wise to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A solid leg kick lands there for Bombs.
Bellwether misses with an uppercut.
Bombs bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bombs looks to throw the jab but Bellwether is out of range.
Bellwether avoids the head kick by Bombs.
Bombs punishes Bellwether's body with a nice straight punch.
Bellwether misses with a hook. Bombs ducked under it nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Bombs. That snapped Bellwether's head back.
Bombs misses with a wild body shot.
Bellwether is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bomb Bombs dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bellwether ducks under a wild hook from Bombs.
Bellwether tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bombs stuffs the takedown attempt from Bellwether. Bellwether gets slowly back to his feet.
Bellwether avoids the head kick by Bombs.
Bellwether lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bombs tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bellwether throws a nice looking combination but Bombs bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bombs defending well as Bellwether loads up on a big left hand.
Bellwether throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Bombs here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Bombs scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bombs smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bombs swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Bellwether counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bellwether.
Bellwether stops Bombs from standing up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bombs holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bellwether preventing the sweep.
Bombs wants to stand up but Bellwether is controlling him. #SUB2#
Bellwether drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bombs dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Bombs has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Bellwether is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bellwether has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at PhoQus Sports Incorporated. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Bombs content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Bombs avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bombs trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom. #T2#
Bombs controlling from the top position. #SU#
Bombs stands up and waves to Bellwether to follow him.
Bombs fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bellwether on the side of the head.
Bombs misses with a looping left.
Bombs throws a sloppy head kick and Bellwether moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bellwether! But no joy.
Bombs lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T3#
Bombs lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A jab from Bombs misses.
Bellwether takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bomb Bombs is winning the standup battle so far.
Bombs tries to land a front kick but Bellwether steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bombs throws a jab when Bellwether was well out of range.
Bombs connects with the punch.
Bellwether takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Bombs looks to throw the jab but Bellwether is out of range.
Bombs is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bellwether can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Bombs gets caught flat footed, as Bellwether shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Bellwether looking to pass the guard.
Bellwether stands and throws Bombs's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bombs tries to buck Bellwether off but Bellwether is having none of it.
Bombs wants to control but Bellwether postures up.#SUB2#
Bellwether tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bellwether has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Bellwether wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bombs, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Bellwether tries for a kimura but Bombs is defending well. #SUB2#
Bellwether is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bombs is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Bellwether tries for a kimura but Bombs is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bomb Bombs dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Bombs misses with a head kick.
Bombs throws a right hand that misses
and Bellwether counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bombs wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bombs misses with a hook.
Bellwether avoids the head kick by Bombs.
Bombs getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bombs throws a hook but Bellwether blocks it.
Bombs jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bombs checks a low kick from Bellwether.
Bombs takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Bombs.
Bellwether feints the counter takedown.
Bombs moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
Bombs jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bombs throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Bellwether counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bombs is looking to control Bellwether's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bombs avoid being mounted?
Bombs is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Roosters Coop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Bellwether prevents Bombs from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Bellwether is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bombs wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Bellwether is working for a submission of some sort.
Bombs tries to kick Bellwether off but Bellwether keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Bellwether seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Bellwether is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bombs sees it coming and defends easily.
Bombs is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Bellwether looking for a submission but Bombs manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Bellwether has gone for a leg lock! Bombs slips out almost immediately though and dives into Bellwether's guard.#REVR##SU#
Bellwether is working an open guard so Bombs takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T3#
Bombs connects with a leg kick. Bellwether looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Bombs lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bombs pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bellwether tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bombs fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bellwether looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bombs connects with the punch.
Bomb Bombs is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice jab there from Bellwether.
Jab, jab by Bombs - just one landing.
Bellwether has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bombs lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bellwether shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bombs defends it nicely.
Bombs is looking to counter with head kicks.
Beckett Bellwether has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bellwether takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Bombs goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Bellwether uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bombs.
Bellwether gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bombs.
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!
Bellwether ducks right into an uppercut from Bombs.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bellwether crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Bombs - the referee stops the clock and Bellwether gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Bombs. Bellwether manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Bombs connects with a high kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Bombs finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Bombs misses with a wild body shot.
Bombs swinging wildly here.
Bellwether drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bombs defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bomb Bombs showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bombs, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bomb Bombs!
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.
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Event:
Pride FC 30
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Bellwether throws a chopping leg kick but Ster manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ster bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Bellwether takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice straight punches there by Ster. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ster.
Bellwether uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Bellwether fails to land with a series of punches.
Ster works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bellwether fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ster on the side of the head.
Bellwether fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Ster on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A jab from Ster finds it's way through Bellwether's defenses.
Bellwether throws a body shot but no joy.
Bellwether walks into a stiff left hand from Ster.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ster, right into the meat.
Ster slips a straight right by Bellwether.
Bellwether chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ster can pounce on him.
Bellwether chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A left lands for Ster.#T1#
Bellwether misses with an uppercut. Ster saw that one coming.
Bellwether misses with a hook.
Ster walks into a left hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Bellwether takes one to the side of the head.
Ster lands with a right hand.
A good leg kick by Ster.
Ster is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#KD#
Ster lands a left and a right that send Bellwether crashing to the mat, dazed. Ster thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Bellwether is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster wobbles Bellwether with a right hand and the left hook that follows puts him on his rear! Ster dives in with a huge flying punch that connects right on the button and puts Bellwether to sleep! - What a violent and spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mon Ster!
After winning the bout, Mon Ster thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.
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Event:
Pride FC 21
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1#
Hiko pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hiko swings for the body but Bellwether moves out of range.
Bellwether looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hiko cracks Bellwether with an open hand slap.
Bellwether missing with a left hand there. Hiko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hiko moves out of range of the strikes.
Hiko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hiko shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nice shot by Hiko.
Bellwether works the jab nicely.#CUT2#
It looks like Aki Hiko has been cut.
Bellwether jabs Hiko right on the nose. Hiko blinks but takes it well.
Bellwether moves out of range as Hiko strikes.
Hiko scores with a jab to the head.
Bellwether throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hiko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bellwether is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hiko.
Hiko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bellwether takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've been informed that Bellwether has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
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!
Hiko scores with a three punch combo!
Hiko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bellwether stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Hiko misses with a hook.
Bellwether blocks a jab.
Hiko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hiko lands with a nice body punch.
Hiko blocks a jab.
Hiko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hiko lands a leg kick that knocks Bellwether off balance momentarily.
Bellwether misses with a looping right.
Hiko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Hiko lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hiko throws a low kick but Bellwether moves out of range easily.
Bellwether stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hiko scores with a head kick.
Bellwether throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Hiko counters with a single leg into guard. Bellwether didn't expect that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Hiko from controlling successfully.
Hiko lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
Hiko throws a big right hand that misses.
Hiko is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Bellwether had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hiko defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Hiko sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Bellwether doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Hiko paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Bellwether - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Beckett Bellwether!
In his post fight interview, Beckett Bellwether started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Pride FC 17
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Bellwether takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Diddlybottom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bellwether.
Bellwether throws a right and a left that Diddlybottom avoids nicely.
Diddlybottom tries to counter by closing the distance.
Diddlybottom moves out of range as Bellwether strikes.
Diddlybottom fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bellwether tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Diddlybottom clinches with his opponent.
Bellwether looking to slow down the pace here.
Diddlybottom misses with a punch on the inside.
Diddlybottom tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Diddlybottom misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Diddlybottom tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Diddlybottom tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Bellwether manages to break the clinch.
Bellwether throws a hook but Diddlybottom blocks it.
A punch combination from Diddlybottom misses. #T1#
Bellwether tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Diddlybottom scores with a leg kick.
Diddlybottom throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bellwether throws a lazy right hand but Diddlybottom sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Diddlybottom fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bellwether walks into a left hand.
Diddlybottom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bellwether fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom scores with a shot to the body.
Diddlybottom dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Diddlybottom moves into range and clinches up with Bellwether.
Diddlybottom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bellwether's elbow.
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!
Diddlybottom is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bellwether to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Diddlybottom jumps guard.
Bellwether stopping the sweep attempt from Diddlybottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bellwether advances position into side control!
Bellwether has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T2#
Diddlybottom manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Bellwether seems to be working for a kimura but Diddlybottom defends the submission attempt.
Diddlybottom tries to get to full guard but Bellwether has control of the leg. #SUB#
Bellwether is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Diddlybottom doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bellwether. #SUB#
Bellwether seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura but Diddlybottom is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bellwether to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom actively working from the bottom here.
Bellwether is thwarting Diddlybottom's attempts to control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bellwether pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Bellwether is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Diddlybottom doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bellwether. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Diddlybottom is trying to maintain the position but Bellwether is very close to passing his half guard.
Diddlybottom 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.
Diddlybottom is pressing down on Bellwether's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bellwether gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Bellwether drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Diddlybottom manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bellwether has Diddlybottom in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Bellwether looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Bellwether keeping full guard, as Diddlybottom tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Diddlybottom trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diddlybottom trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bellwether might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Diddlybottom got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bellwether has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Diddlybottom has managed to get both his arms back between Bellwether's legs - danger averted.
Diddlybottom stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bellwether swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom has gone for a leg lock! Bellwether slips out almost immediately though and dives into Diddlybottom's guard.#REVR##SUB#
Bellwether 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Milktoast Diddlybottom dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Diddlybottom buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bellwether throws a lazy uppercut
letting Diddlybottom counter with a right hand.
Milktoast Diddlybottom seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Diddlybottom throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bellwether misses with a looping right.
Diddlybottom fails in his attempt to clinch.
Diddlybottom lands a jab to Bellwether's midsection.
Diddlybottom lands with a shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Diddlybottom. Beautiful body shot.
Diddlybottom checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A leg kick checked by Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bellwether showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diddlybottom.
Bellwether misses with a lunging right hand
and Diddlybottom counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Diddlybottom.#CL2#
Diddlybottom has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Bellwether jumps guard and drags Diddlybottom to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Diddlybottom throws a big right hand that misses.
Diddlybottom works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Diddlybottom looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Bellwether looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bellwether defends it well.
Diddlybottom is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Diddlybottom is working for a guillotine from mount but Bellwether frees his head quite easily.
#T2#
Diddlybottom dominating with strikes here.
Bellwether regains half guard.
Bellwether tries to get to full guard but Diddlybottom has control of the leg. #SUB#
Bellwether looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bellwether looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bellwether sees it coming and defends easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bellwether defends it well. #T3#
Bellwether makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bellwether.#SUB#
Bellwether looking for a guillotine here but Diddlybottom defends easily.
#SUB#
Bellwether has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Diddlybottom can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Bellwether working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Diddlybottom doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Diddlybottom manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Diddlybottom passes Bellwether's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Bellwether is defending against the submission attempts here by Diddlybottom.
Bellwether regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4#
Diddlybottom connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Bellwether is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Bellwether is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Diddlybottom stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bellwether swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Diddlybottom postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Bellwether has his foot on Diddlybottom's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Diddlybottom works his way back into a safe position though.
Diddlybottom connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Bellwether is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Diddlybottom defends well.
Diddlybottom has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom drops back looking for a leg! Bellwether is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bellwether manages to kick Diddlybottom off! Diddlybottom jumps back into Bellwether's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Milktoast Diddlybottom showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Bellwether gets tackled into the cage by Diddlybottom. Diddlybottom maintains the clinch.
Bellwether wants to break free but Diddlybottom has control.
Diddlybottom digs a right hand into Bellwether's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bellwether's gas tank. #TD#
Bellwether lands a takedown into guard.
Diddlybottom manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bellwether manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB2#
Diddlybottom drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Diddlybottom jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Bellwether working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Diddlybottom doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Diddlybottom manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diddlybottom working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bellwether's head.
Diddlybottom lands a couple of digs.
Diddlybottom slips nicely into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Diddlybottom trying to pass the guard but Bellwether defending well. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bellwether doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Diddlybottom. #SUB#
Bellwether is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diddlybottom pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Bellwether is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diddlybottom pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom is trying to work for a kimura but Bellwether is defending well.
#SUB2#
Diddlybottom 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.
#T2##SUB2#
Diddlybottom is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bellwether has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bellwether manages to get to full guard.
Beckett Bellwether has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Bellwether working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Diddlybottom doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Diddlybottom manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Diddlybottom pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bellwether is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Diddlybottom stands and throws Bellwether's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Bellwether tries to buck Diddlybottom off but Diddlybottom is having none of it.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Bellwether is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bellwether is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bellwether gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Bellwether looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bellwether is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diddlybottom pulls his head out easily. #T4##SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bellwether defends it well.
Bellwether on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bellwether taking some punishment here, with Diddlybottom in his half guard. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom is trying to work for a kimura but Bellwether is defending well.
#SUB#
Bellwether looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for a kimura but Bellwether is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Diddlybottom to get the leverage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Milktoast Diddlybottom has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bellwether tries to get to full guard but Diddlybottom has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Milktoast Diddlybottom comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Diddlybottom has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Milktoast Diddlybottom!
After the big win, Milktoast Diddlybottom made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Pit Bull Development and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
In defeat, Beckett Bellwether stepped up to the mic, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.
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Event:
Pride FC 9
Date: Apr 06, 2019 |
#R1##KD2#
Bellwether lands a big shot that drops Fakiiri! Can he finish him?
#CUT2#
It looks like Nakki Fakiiri has been cut.
Bellwether stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fakiiri swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fakiiri wants to stand up but Bellwether is controlling him. #SUB2#
Bellwether drops back, looking for a kneebar! Fakiiri looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Fakiiri looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Fakiiri! #REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bellwether is looking for a sweep.
Bellwether is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SU#
Fakiiri stands up.
A big left from Bellwether misses.
Bellwether misses with a wild body shot. #T1##CL#
Fakiiri instigates a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Fakiiri - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Fakiiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Bellwether uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fakiiri misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Bellwether has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Fakiiri uses from the top position.
Fakiiri wants to get up but he can't break Bellwether's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Bellwether has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fakiiri can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Bellwether has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fakiiri can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
Bellwether is working an open guard so Fakiiri takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Bellwether has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Fakiiri displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T2#
Fakiiri connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Fakiiri pushes Bellwether up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Bellwether lands a takedown into guard.
Fakiiri is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bellwether looking to pass the guard. #ES#
Fakiiri wriggles free and stands up.
Fakiiri finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Fakiiri doesn't manage to clinch there - Bellwether circles away.
Bellwether waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fakiiri.
Good leg kick by Bellwether there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Fakiiri lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bellwether circles away from the clinch attempt.
Fakiiri buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#CL#
Fakiiri closes the distance and clinches.#T3#
Bellwether blocks a body shot from Fakiiri.
Bellwether is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Fakiiri to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Bellwether decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Bellwether is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fakiiri defends well.#SU#
Fakiiri stands and steps away. Bellwether gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Fakiiri is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fakiiri displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bellwether throws out the jab. #TD2#
Bellwether shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Fakiiri manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB2#
Bellwether drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Bellwether as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Fakiiri screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Bellwether! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Beckett Bellwether!
After the fight, Beckett Bellwether was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Nakki Fakiiri spoke after the fight, saying 'My hats off to my opponent, he's a great fight great skill and tonight he was the better man. I'll be back knocking on the door of title fight.'.
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Event:
EFC Lambton vs Gustafsson
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Bellwether keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thompson.
Thompson tries to clinch there but Bellwether circles away.
#TD#
Bellwether shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Thompson is looking to control Bellwether's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thompson avoid being mounted?
Thompson wants to sweep but Bellwether has passed to side control!
Thompson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bellwether wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Bellwether tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thompson prevents Bellwether from moving into mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thompson is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Bellwether wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Thompson, who protects the arm well.
Thompson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thompson is still trying to improve position.#T1##SUB#
Bellwether tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Bellwether looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Thompson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Thompson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bellwether off and has taken his back!
Thompson is trying to stick to Bellwether's back but Bellwether is turning into Thompson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Thompson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Bellwether.
We've been hearing good reports from Bellwether'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.
Thompson trying to control the position.
Thompson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Bellwether throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Thompson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bellwether has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thompson has managed to get both his arms back between Bellwether's legs - danger averted.#T2##SU2#
Thompson gets to his feet. Bellwether looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Thompson is looking to clinch.
As Thompson backs away, Bellwether returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Thompson. That's going to slow Bellwether down. #KD#
Thompson ducks straight into an uppercut from Bellwether and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Thompson manages to regain guard straight away.
#CUT#
It looks like Patrick Thompson has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Thompson is trying to keep Bellwether in close.
Bellwether preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thompson keeping full guard, as Bellwether tries to pass.
Thompson seems keen to control Bellwether's posture.#ES2#
Thompson pushes Bellwether off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
A jab from Bellwether misses.
Patrick Thompson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thompson is looking to land body kicks.
Bellwether misses with a lunging right hand
and Thompson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thompson lands with a good body shot.#T3#
Thompson throws a shot to the body.
Bellwether throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bellwether misses the shot to the body.
Bellwether is looking to slow Thompson down with leg kicks.
Bellwether takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thompson connects with a right hand. Bellwether shakes it off.
Bellwether shoots in but Thompson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Thompson misses with a low kick as Bellwether jumps back.
Bellwether avoids a punch combination nicely.
#CL2#
Thompson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bellwether, pushing him back against the cage.
Thompson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Thompson fails to land. #BC#
Bellwether breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bellwether misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Thompson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bellwether just misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Good exchange - Thompson coming out on top.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bellwether.
Bellwether is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thompson. #KD#
Oh, that's a big right hand from Bellwether and Thompson goes tumbling to the canvas! Bellwether follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard. #ROC#
Thompson is rocked!#SUB#
Bellwether seems to be working for a kimura but Thompson defends the submission attempt.
Thompson tries to kick Bellwether off but Bellwether keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Bellwether 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.
Bellwether prevents Thompson from standing back up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Bellwether is working for a kimura but Thompson is defending it quite comfortably.
Thompson is controlling Bellwether's position as best he can from this difficult position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Beckett Bellwether dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Patrick Thompson's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
A jab lands there for Thompson.
Bellwether throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A telegraphed right hand from Bellwether misses the target.
Thompson throws out a counter right but Bellwether avoids it with no problem.
Thompson takes a swing at Bellwether's ribcage but misses.
Thompson throws out a powerful jab.
Bellwether cracks Thompson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Thompson lands a really nice looking cross but Bellwether seems unphased.
Thompson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD#
Bellwether shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Thompson is trying to defend but Bellwether finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
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!
Thompson is in trouble now - Bellwether has advanced to mount!
Thompson prevents Bellwether from taking his back.
Bellwether avoids the attempt from Thompson to control.
Beckett Bellwether overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Thompson is desperately trying to improve his position but Bellwether has a good base and remains in mount.#T1##SUB#
Bellwether working for a submission but Thompson is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Bellwether jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Thompson manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Bellwether looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Bellwether tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bellwether has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bellwether is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thompson can do to turn this around?
Thompson is looking for a sweep.
Thompson is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#SUB#
Bellwether is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Thompson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bellwether working away.#T2##SUB#
Bellwether is trying to get an arm triangle but Thompson is defending well. #SUB#
Bellwether is trying to get an arm triangle but Thompson is defending well.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
You can see the frustration on Thompson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thompson tries to bench press Bellwether off him but Bellwether keeps the position.
Thompson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Bellwether is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thompson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bellwether. #T3##SUB#
Thompson is defending against the submission attempts here by Bellwether.
#SUB#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Bellwether is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Bellwether wants to work for an arm triangle but Thompson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bellwether is thwarting Thompson's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thompson defends it well.
Thompson is looking to control Bellwether's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thompson avoid being mounted?
Thompson is trying is best to control the position here.
Bellwether is thwarting Thompson's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Bellwether is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Thompson is just riding it out for now. Bellwether eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura but Thompson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bellwether to get the leverage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thompson is trying is best to control the position here.
Thompson trying to hold on to Bellwether's head to control him but Bellwether postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Beckett Bellwether dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Patrick Thompson's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Bellwether is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thompson.
Thompson is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Thompson.
Bellwether ducks right into an uppercut from Thompson.
Bellwether throws an overhand right that lands on Thompson's shoulder, as Thompson tries to avoid the shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bellwether takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bellwether lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Thompson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bellwether looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bellwether gets through Thompson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bellwether is looking to control Thompson's arms but Thompson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Bellwether has his back to the cage.
Thompson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bellwether or not.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thompson.
Thompson misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Thompson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bellwether throws a punch but it's blocked by Thompson.
Bellwether lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Thompson tries to work over Bellwether's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Thompson misses with the head strike.
Thompson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A short right from Thompson.
Thompson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Thompson tries to throw a body punch but Bellwether avoids it by throwing Thompson back against the cage.
Thompson throws a head punch that misses.
Bellwether throws a punch but it's blocked by Thompson.
Bellwether working hard to break the clinch.
Bellwether is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Thompson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bellwether swings wildly with an uppercut but Thompson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bellwether working aggressively here.
Thompson struggles to land a body shot inside as Bellwether controls his hands.
A left hand lands to the body for Thompson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Thompson lands a shoulder strike.
Thompson digs a right hand into Bellwether's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bellwether's gas tank.
Thompson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Patrick Thompson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Thompson lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Thompson scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Thompson.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thompson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bellwether or not.
Thompson lands a left hand.
Bellwether blocks a body shot from Thompson.
A hook to the body from Thompson.
Thompson tries to work over Bellwether's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thompson digs a right hand underneath Bellwether's ribcage. Bellwether let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A hook to the body from Thompson.
Thompson lands a right hand.
Thompson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Thompson works on Bellwether's body with a couple of short punches.
Thompson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Thompson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bellwethers head.
Thompson presses Bellwether against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Beckett Bellwether is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Thompson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Thompson - that landed with a thud.
Thompson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bellwether.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thompson.
Thompson misses with some punches.
#T3#
Bellwether tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Thompson pushes Bellwether back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thompson lands a body punch.
Thompson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thompson lands a shoulder strike.
Thompson working aggressively here.
Thompson lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thompson.
Thompson lands an uppercut.
Thompson misses with a body punch.
Thompson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bellwether.
Bellwether prevents a body shot from Thompson.
Thompson struggles to land a body shot inside as Bellwether controls his hands.
#T4#
Thompson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thompson misses with the head strike.
Thompson tries a body shot but Bellwether blocks it.
Thompson digs a right hand underneath Bellwether's ribcage. Bellwether let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Patrick Thompson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Thompson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bellwether's elbow.
Bellwether is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Thompson to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Beckett Bellwether. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thompson.
Thompson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thompson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thompson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bellwether's elbow.
Thompson tries to throw a body punch but Bellwether avoids it by throwing Thompson back against the cage.
Bellwether struggles to land a body shot inside as Thompson controls his hands.
Thompson tries a body shot but Bellwether blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Thompson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bellwether 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Beckett Bellwether!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Beckett Bellwether made sure he mentioned Drunken Hobo Fightwear - Laundry 85%, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
EFC Horowich vs Yoshida
Date: Feb 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Bin misses with a kick to the body.
Bin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bellwether throws a hook but Bin blocks it.
Bin is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bellwether lands a nice looking body kick.#KD#
Bellwether bobbing and weaving well here. And he's unloaded with a massive right hand that drops Bin! He dives into his guard looking to finish!
#CUT#
It looks like Vunny Bin has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bellwether wants to pass the guard but Bin is keeping the position.
Bellwether advances position into side control!#SUB#
Bellwether tries for a kimura but Bin is defending well. #SUB#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bin has escaped the position, nice work there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bellwether is working to tighten his grip on Bin's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Bin has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Bellwether is really squeezing tight and eventually Bin passes out! Bellwether breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Beckett Bellwether!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Beckett Bellwether waved his t-shirt featuring Drunken Hobo Fightwear's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
EFC Cobb vs Turturro
Date: Jan 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Bok takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CUT2#
It looks like Maxim Bok has been cut.
Bok throws out a powerful jab.
Bok ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bok appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bellwether on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bok lands a jab to Bellwether's midsection.
Bok looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bok has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bellwether finds it's way round the side to connect with Bok's head.
Bellwether misses with a head kick.
Bok misses the shot to the body.
Bok jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bellwether uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bok.
Good shot there by Bellwether.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bok scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bellwether throws a sloppy body shot
and Bok counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bellwether, as that shot connected.
Bok tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bellwether was well out of range. Poor timing from Bok.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bellwether.#CUT2#
Maxim Bok's cut is getting worse.
Bellwether cracks Bok with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Beckett Bellwether seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Bellwether moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Bok! Bellwether continues to tee off on Bok, landing with a left and a right! Bellwether connects with a right hand that leaves Bok sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Bellwether!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Beckett Bellwether!
Beckett Bellwether decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
DUEL197
Date: Dec 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Snow connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bellwether. Bellwether circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bellwether darts in looking for a takedown but Snow gets double underhooks and turns Bellwether into the cage.
Bellwether takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD2#
Bellwether looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bellwether trying to control from half guard but Snow is working away.
Snow knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bellwether on the ground.#SUB2#
Bellwether is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Snow has managed to free his arm - good work.
Snow desperately trying to maintain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snow is trying to control but can't.
#T1##SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Snow defends it well. #SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura here.
Snow tries to roll over but Bellwether keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Snow defends it well.
Bellwether wants to pass the guard but Snow is defending well. #SUB2#
Bellwether is working for a submission of some sort.
Snow tries to get to full guard but Bellwether has control of the leg. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bellwether wants to control but Snow is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Snow is defending against the submission attempts here by Bellwether.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bellwether is working for a submission of some sort.
Snow is controlling Bellwether's trapped leg to prevent Bellwether from advancing to side control.#T3##SUB2#
Bellwether 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.
Snow is looking for a sweep. Bellwether is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bellwether trying to mount his opponent but Snow defends it.
Bellwether passes into side control, despite Snow's attempt to control the position.
#SUB2#
Bellwether working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bellwether wants to control for a moment but Snow uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Bellwether is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Snow has managed to free his arm - good work.
Snow wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Snow doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bellwether.
Bellwether wants to pass the guard but Snow is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Snow gets back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Beckett Bellwether 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#
Snow finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Snow keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Good shot there by Snow.
Bellwether shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Snow but Snow pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bellwether shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jan Snow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bellwether closes the distance and clinches up with Snow, looking for a takedown. Bellwether pushes Snow against the cage but Snow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jan Snow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Beckett Bellwether.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Bellwether fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Snow sprawls well initially but Bellwether persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Bellwether is trying to work for a kimura but Snow is defending well.
Snow is trying to maintain the position but Bellwether is very close to passing his half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Bellwether seems to be working for a kimura but Snow defends the submission attempt.
Bellwether controlling the pace.
Snow is looking to control Bellwether's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Snow avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Bellwether is trying to work for a kimura but Snow is defending well.
#SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura here.
Snow is looking for a sweep. Bellwether is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Bellwether wants to work for an arm triangle but Snow is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bellwether is keen to just control but Snow is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Bellwether is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Snow is just riding it out for now. Bellwether eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Bellwether 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.
#SUB2#
Bellwether is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Snow is just riding it out for now. Bellwether eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Snow wants to control but Bellwether is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bellwether trying to control from half guard but Snow is working away. #SUB2#
Bellwether is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bellwether wants to take a breather but Snow is having none of it. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Bellwether is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Bellwether is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Snow sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Bellwether 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.
Beckett Bellwether has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Snow defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Snow is pressing down on Bellwether's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Beckett Bellwether showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nice sprawl there from Snow as Bellwether shoots in.
Bellwether has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bellwether throws a low kick but it's checked well by Snow.#TD2#
Bellwether looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Snow has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bellwether is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Snow doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bellwether.
Snow trying to control but Bellwether postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Bellwether is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1##SUB2#
Bellwether is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bellwether seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Snow does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Snow is controlling Bellwether's trapped leg to prevent Bellwether from advancing to side control.
Snow slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Snow is pulling down on Bellwether's head. It's preventing any offense from Bellwether, at least for the moment.
Bellwether sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Bellwether thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bellwether stays in close to Snow's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Bellwether drops back looking for a leg! Snow is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Snow manages to kick Bellwether off! Bellwether jumps back into Snow's guard.
Bellwether is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Bellwether drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bellwether jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Snow pulls Bellwether in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Bellwether misses with a hook. Snow ducked under it nicely.
Bellwether gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Snow looks to land a right hand but Bellwether moved out of range.
Bellwether is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Snow with a body shot.
Snow comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Snow is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Snow throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bellwether sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bellwether will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jan Snow has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Beckett Bellwether is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bellwether blocks a head kick by Snow.
Bellwether raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Snow throws a jab but it's blocked by Bellwether.
Jan Snow is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Snow will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A big left from Snow misses.
Bellwether takes a jab right on the kisser.
Snow jabs Bellwether to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4#
Bellwether throws out a powerful jab.
A slow jab from Snow misses its intended target.
Bellwether looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bellwether staying out of range there.
Snow tests Bellwether's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Snow.
Bellwether shoots for a double leg takedown but Snow sprawls well. He's pushed Bellwether's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jan Snow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Beckett Bellwether.
Snow connects with a single shot there.#KD#
Snow sends Bellwether crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Snow is motioning to the referee to let Bellwether up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#TD2#
Bellwether closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bellwether takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Snow is trying to improve his position.
Bellwether controlling from side mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jan Snow showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bellwether has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Beckett Bellwether!
Beckett Bellwether decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
TWGC 22 (265lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 02, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Beckett Bellwether (ranked 1561 p4p, 143 weight class) and JR Adams Junior (ranked 143 p4p, 0 weight class). Bellwether comes to the cage accompanied by John Lennon - Give Peace A Chance. Adams Junior has chosen Looking for the Stone as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Beckett Bellwether! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; JR Adams Junior!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Steve Smith and Alec Ball.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Adams Junior is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Bellwether can't fight it off and eventually Adams Junior manages to take the fight to the floor. Bellwether looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bellwether (0) vs (2) Adams Junior
Adams Junior trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bellwether is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Adams Junior trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Bellwether being controlled here, momentarily.
Adams Junior sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bellwether's guard.
Bellwether has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adams Junior prevents Bellwether from improving his position.
Bellwether is looking to control Adams Junior's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bellwether avoid being mounted?
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bellwether is staying active underneath Adams Junior, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bellwether is looking to improve his position.
Bellwether is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Adams Junior seems to be working for a kimura but Bellwether defends the submission attempt.
Adams Junior is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Adams Junior works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Bellwether (0) vs (5) Adams Junior
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bellwether is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Adams Junior can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bellwether is looking to escape.
Bellwether tries to improve his position but instead Adams Junior has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bellwether (0) vs (8) Adams Junior
Bellwether rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Adams Junior prevents Bellwether from improving his position.
Adams Junior wants to control but Bellwether is keeping him busy.
Adams Junior is looking to advance position but Bellwether won't allow it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bellwether gets back to full guard.
Bellwether is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Adams Junior trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Adams Junior slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Bellwether (0) vs (11) Adams Junior
Adams Junior tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bellwether might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Adams Junior wants to control but Bellwether is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Adams Junior works to advance to full mount. Bellwether defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Bellwether (0) vs (13) Adams Junior
Bellwether tries to improve his position but instead Adams Junior has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bellwether (0) vs (16) Adams Junior
Adams Junior trying to control.
Adams Junior controls the position.
Bellwether can't escape the position.
Adams Junior really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Bellwether.
Adams Junior looking for the choke from the back.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Adams Junior trying to control momentarily.
Adams Junior looking for the RNC.
Adams Junior working for a choke but Bellwether is defending well.
Bellwether tries to roll but Adams Junior sticks to his back.
Bellwether tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bellwether wants to control but Adams Junior is having none of it.
Adams Junior wants to control but Bellwether has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Adams Junior is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bellwether sees it coming and defends easily.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bellwether tries to roll over but Adams Junior keeps him under control.
Bellwether tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Adams Junior has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Bellwether (0) vs (19) Adams Junior
Bellwether can't escape the position.
Adams Junior avoids the attempt from Bellwether to control.
Bellwether keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Adams Junior can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bellwether is looking to escape.
Adams Junior controlling the position easily from mount.
Bellwether is desperately trying to improve his position but Adams Junior has a good base and remains in mount.
Adams Junior tries to control but Bellwether wriggling away.
Bellwether tries to reverse the position but Adams Junior maintains control.
Bellwether is squirming around, avoiding Adams Junior's attempts to control the action.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Adams Junior wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Adams Junior with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Adams Junior trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bellwether keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Adams Junior wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Adams Junior content just to control the position here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bellwether is trying to escape the mount.
Adams Junior wants to take his opponent's back but Bellwether doesn't allow it.
Bellwether is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bellwether tries to control Adams Junior's body but Adams Junior pushes him off. Bellwether squirms to his side and now Adams Junior has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bellwether (0) vs (22) Adams Junior
Bellwether turns into Adams Junior and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bellwether (2) vs (22) Adams Junior
Bellwether wants to control from the top but Adams Junior keeps moving.
Adams Junior can't keep his opponent in guard - Bellwether advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bellwether trying to pass the guard but Adams Junior defending well.
Adams Junior is trying to get back to full guard.
Adams Junior wants to control but Bellwether is keeping busy.
Bellwether is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bellwether passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Adams Junior! Score +3 for passing guard: Bellwether (5) vs (22) Adams Junior
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bellwether looking for a guillotine from mount but Adams Junior is having none of it.
Bellwether is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Adams Junior has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Adams Junior is wriggling around trying to escape.
Adams Junior tries to hold on but Bellwether postures up.
Bellwether trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Adams Junior has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Adams Junior is working to get back to half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Adams Junior gets back to half guard.
Adams Junior makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Adams Junior.
Adams Junior keeping full guard, as Bellwether tries to pass.
Adams Junior keeping moving, preventing Bellwether from controlling successfully.
Bellwether preventing the sweep.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bellwether tries to free his leg and advance position but Adams Junior is retaining full guard.
Adams Junior throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bellwether uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bellwether (8) vs (22) Adams Junior
Adams Junior is being controlled here.
Adams Junior is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bellwether off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bellwether (8) vs (26) Adams Junior
Bellwether tries to break free.
Adams Junior is looking for the choke from the back position but Bellwether is controlling his hands well.
Adams Junior doesn't have the hooks in and Bellwether manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bellwether (10) vs (26) Adams Junior
Bellwether trying to control but Adams Junior is working from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Adams Junior wants to sweep but no luck.
Adams Junior can't keep his opponent in guard - Bellwether advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Adams Junior wants to control but Bellwether passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bellwether (13) vs (26) Adams Junior
Adams Junior tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Bellwether presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bellwether (15) vs (26) Adams Junior
Adams Junior can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Adams Junior is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Adams Junior can't escape the position.
Bellwether wants to control the pace but Adams Junior is squirming around nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Adams Junior wins on points by 26 to 15.
A very excited looking JR Adams Junior 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.
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'. |
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Event:
C29: Sanada vs Gracie
Date: Oct 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Lu with a poor takedown
and Bellwether counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lu's knee momentarily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bellwether.
Bellwether throws a body kick that misses.
Lu lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bellwether connects with a right hand. Lu shakes it off.#CUT2#
It looks like Ji Lu has been cut.
Lu shoots for a double leg takedown but Bellwether sprawls well. He's pushed Lu's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bellwether! But no joy.#TD#
Bellwether tries to sprawl but Lu drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Bellwether wants to get back to full guard.
Bellwether wants to control but Lu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lu is looking to take a break and control but Bellwether is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Bellwether is trying to get back to full guard.
Bellwether trying to get back to full guard but Lu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Lu cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Bellwether is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bellwether is still trying to improve position.
Lu unloading with bombs!
Bellwether tries to hold on but Lu postures up.
Bellwether is in a horrible position here. Lu smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
BOOM! Lu connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#T2#
Lu lands a big elbow.
Bellwether is trying to escape the mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lu with the ground and pound from mount. #ROC#
Bellwether is rocked!
Bellwether is trying to escape the mount.
Lu wants to control the pace but Bellwether is squirming around nicely.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Lu cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Lu with the ground and pound from mount.
Bellwether sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Lu prevents Bellwether from improving his position.
Bellwether trying to hold on to Lu's head to control him but Lu postures up.
Lu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Lu 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.
Lu lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bellwether wants to get back to full guard.
Bellwether has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lu is working away from the top position though.
Bellwether gets back to full guard.
Lu is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Bellwether working a defensive guard here.
Bellwether might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lu haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Bellwether working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bellwether being controlled here, momentarily.
Bellwether utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ji Lu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ji Lu's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Lu fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bellwether now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD2#
Bellwether scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Lu has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bellwether is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Bellwether is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lu is just riding it out for now. Bellwether eventually gives up the hold.
Lu won't allow Bellwether to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether stops Lu from getting back to his feet.
Bellwether working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Bellwether is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lu is just riding it out for now. Bellwether eventually gives up the hold.
Bellwether not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1##SUB2#
Bellwether is trying for a kimura here. Lu looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Bellwether wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Beckett Bellwether!
A victorious Beckett Bellwether thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
C26: Antonio vs Slice
Date: Oct 07, 2017 |
#R1#
That kick from Bellwether tenderised Lennartsson's leg. Lennartsson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bellwether fails to land with a series of punches.
Lennartsson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bellwether with a body shot.
Lennartsson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bellwether.
Bellwether lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lennartsson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bellwether closes the distance looking to clinch
and Lennartsson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lennartsson throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether looks to land a right hand but Lennartsson moved out of range.
Bellwether throws a solid leg kick but Lennartsson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bellwether.
Bellwether throws a leg kick that misses.
Lennartsson scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Bellwether connects with a body shot.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bellwether tries to work over Lennartsson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bellwether tries a body shot but Lennartsson blocks it.
Bellwether lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lennartsson backwards.
Bellwether lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Lennartsson on the inside.
Bellwether digs a right hand into Lennartsson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lennartsson's gas tank.
Bellwether swings wildly with an uppercut but Lennartsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lennartsson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bellwether misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bellwether has Lennartsson pressed against the cage, preventing Lennartsson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lennartsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bellwether misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2#
Bellwether lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bellwether working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right hook to the body lands for Bellwether.
Lennartsson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Bellwether throws a head punch that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bellwether struggles to land a body shot inside as Lennartsson controls his hands.
Lennartsson prevents a body shot from Bellwether.
Lennartsson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Lennartsson is trying to break the clinch but Bellwether is controlling him.
Bellwether tries to throw a body punch but Lennartsson avoids it by throwing Bellwether back against the cage.
Bellwether lands a shoulder strike.
Lennartsson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Bellwether.
Bellwether has Lennartsson pressed against the cage.
Bellwether lands an uppercut.
I was talking to Bellwether's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T3#
Bellwether tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bellwether lands a body shot.
Bellwether has a couple of punches blocked by Lennartsson.
Lennartsson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bellwether.
Lennartsson holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Bellwether tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC2#
Lennartsson manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Bellwether clinches up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Bellwether fails to land.
Bellwether is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lennartsson is defending well for now.
A nice left hand lands by Lennartsson.
Bellwether goes for a takedown attempt but Lennartsson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lennartsson checks a leg kick.
Bellwether throws a leg kick but Lennartsson moved away.#T4#
Lennartsson swats away the attempt to clinch by Bellwether.
Bellwether misses with a shot to the body
and Lennartsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lennartsson clobbers Bellwether with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lennartsson keeps the fight on the outside.
Lennartsson scores with a nice strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lennartsson moves out of range of the leg kick from Bellwether.#CL#
Bellwether rushes Lennartsson and presses him up against the cage.
Good body shot from Bellwether.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lennartsson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short left from Bellwether.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Beckett Bellwether dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Lennartsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bellwether moves away.
Bellwether misses with a body shot.
Bellwether has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lennartsson finds it's way round the side to connect with Bellwether's head.
Beckett Bellwether seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Bellwether.
Bellwether tries to clinch up.
A low kick from Bellwether is predictable there
and Lennartsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bellwether throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Lennartsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Bellwether uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lennartsson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether misses with a kick to the body.
Lennartsson throws out a counter right but Bellwether avoids it with no problem.
Lennartsson throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Bellwether wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bellwether pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Bellwether jabs Lennartsson right on the nose. Lennartsson blinks but takes it well.
Lennart Lennartsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bellwether looks to clinch
and Lennartsson counters with a right hand to the body.
Bellwether moves to clinch but Lennartsson breaks away
and Lennartsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lennartsson misses with an uppercut. Bellwether saw that one coming.
Lennartsson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lennartsson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bellwether swings widly with a right hand
and Lennartsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bellwether looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Bellwether feints and then cracks Lennartsson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lennartsson down.
Bellwether wants to clinch
and Lennartsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A slow jab from Bellwether misses its intended target.
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!
Bellwether avoids the body shot from Lennartsson.
Bellwether scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lennartsson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bellwether.
Lennartsson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bellwether looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lennartsson throws a counter combo.
Lennartsson takes a kick to the side of the head.#T3#
Nice takedown defense from Lennartsson. No joy for Bellwether on that attempt.
Lennartsson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bellwether tries to close the distance and clinch but Lennartsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bellwether fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lennartsson avoids it really well and circles away.
Bellwether slips a straight right by Lennartsson.
Lennartsson throws an overhand right that lands on Bellwether's shoulder, as Bellwether tries to avoid the shot.
Bellwether uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lennartsson.
Bellwether thinks about countering with a body kick.#T4#
Bellwether is looking to clinch but Lennartsson is avoiding it.
Bellwether attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#TD#
Bellwether closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Bellwether tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bellwether trying to control the action but Lennartsson is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lennart Lennartsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Bellwether is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bellwether throws an overhand right that lands on Lennartsson's shoulder, as Lennartsson tries to avoid the shot.
Lennartsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bellwether chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bellwether just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lennartsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lennartsson counters with a three punch combo that has Bellwether backing up. Bellwether nods at Lennartsson to acknowledge the strikes.
Bellwether swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Bellwether is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bellwether tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lennartsson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lennartsson throws out a counter right but Bellwether avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Bellwether drives through and clinches with Lennartsson against the cage.
Bellwether effectively controlling the action here.
Bellwether can't find room to land a body shot as Lennartsson controls the action.
Bellwether lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lennartsson.
Lennartsson lands a nice uppercut.
Bellwether scores with a hook to the body.
Beckett Bellwether has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lennartsson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bellwether blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bellwether tries to land knees in the clinch but Lennartsson avoids the damage to the body.
Lennartsson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bellwether.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lennartsson. #T2#
Bellwether swings wildly with an uppercut but Lennartsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bellwether misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Lennartsson breaks the clinch.
Lennartsson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bellwether tries to close the distance and clinch but Lennartsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lennartsson swats away the attempt to clinch by Bellwether.
Some wild striking there from Lennartsson.
Bellwether tries to close the distance and clinch but Lennartsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lennartsson moves out of range of the body kick.#T3#
Lennartsson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lennartsson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bellwether is looking to clinch but Lennartsson is avoiding it.
Bellwether with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#CL#
Bellwether clinches up against the cage.
Lennartsson lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Lennartsson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lennart Lennartsson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lennartsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bellwether throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lennartsson counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Bellwether closes the distance and pushes Lennartsson back into the cage.#T4#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bellwether.
Bellwether fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bellwether misses with a punch to the body.
Bellwether swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2#
Lennartsson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lennartsson lands a nice shot that snaps Bellwether's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Bellwether moves into the clinch.
Bellwether tries to throw a body punch but Lennartsson avoids it by throwing Bellwether back against the cage.
Bellwether tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lennartsson's elbow.
Bellwether makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD#
Bellwether has clasped his hands together around Lennartsson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Lennartsson tries to bench press Bellwether off him but Bellwether keeps the position.
Bellwether looking to control but instead Lennartsson has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB#
Bellwether is working for a kimura but Lennartsson is defending it quite comfortably.
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 Beckett Bellwether.
I think Bellwether 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Beckett Bellwether!
An out of breath Beckett Bellwether thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
C23: Sionis vs Slice
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Bellwether is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diddlybottom sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Diddlybottom shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bellwether has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Diddlybottom is looking to work some ground and pound but Bellwether has wrist control.
Diddlybottom postures up.
Diddlybottom trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Bellwether not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Diddlybottom with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bellwether is trying to control the position but Diddlybottom postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diddlybottom trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bellwether is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Bellwether throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bellwether can't keep his opponent in guard - Diddlybottom advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1##SUB2#
Diddlybottom 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.
Bellwether trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Diddlybottom manages to pass to mount!
Bellwether holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Diddlybottom tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Bellwether sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Diddlybottom prevents Bellwether from improving his position.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bellwether doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bellwether blocking the ground and pound attempt from Diddlybottom.
Bellwether works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bellwether working a defensive guard but Diddlybottom manages to pass into side control anyway.
Diddlybottom sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bellwether is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Bellwether is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Bellwether regains half guard.
Diddlybottom looks to land a strike but Bellwether avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Diddlybottom jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bellwether working a defensive guard here.
Diddlybottom throwing strikes from guard but Bellwether blocks nicely.
Diddlybottom with a nice head shot there.
Bellwether not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Diddlybottom trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Bellwether had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Diddlybottom defends it easily.
Diddlybottom trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Bellwether throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Diddlybottom postures up in Bellwether's guard and throws a big left but Bellwether blocks it.
Bellwether utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bellwether working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Diddlybottom.
Bellwether looking to control.
#SUB#
Bellwether throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bellwether controls Diddlybottom momentarily but Diddlybottom frees himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Milktoast Diddlybottom dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Bellwether clinches with his opponent.
Bellwether lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Diddlybottom.
Bellwether trying to stall but Diddlybottom improves his position.
#TD2#
Diddlybottom turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Check out the look on Diddlybottom's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Bellwether is looking for a sweep.
An elbow from Diddlybottom crashes against the mat.
Bellwether gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bellwether blocking the ground and pound attempt from Diddlybottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diddlybottom throws a strike but Bellwether avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Bellwether is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bellwether managing to control the position.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Diddlybottom from controlling successfully. #T1#
Diddlybottom controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bellwether is trying to keep Diddlybottom in close.
Diddlybottom looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Diddlybottom passes into half guard.
Bellwether wants to improve his position but Diddlybottom is controlling well.
Milktoast Diddlybottom has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom seems to be looking for submissions.
Bellwether tries to roll over but Diddlybottom keeps him under control.
Bellwether moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bellwether controls Diddlybottom momentarily but Diddlybottom frees himself. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom 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.
Bellwether trying to keep a closed guard but Diddlybottom is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Diddlybottom is pushing down on Bellwether's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bellwether is fighting to maintain full guard but Diddlybottom has managed to sneak the leg through.
Diddlybottom is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Diddlybottom seems to be working for a kimura but Bellwether defends the submission attempt.
Bellwether trying to control here.
Diddlybottom prevents Bellwether from improving his position.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Diddlybottom throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bellwether is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bellwether is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bellwether doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Diddlybottom. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Milktoast Diddlybottom showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bellwether wants to clinch up but Diddlybottom keeps it at a distance.
Bellwether throws out a powerful jab.#CUT#
It looks like Milktoast Diddlybottom has been cut.
Diddlybottom throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bellwether takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Diddlybottom lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Diddlybottom connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Diddlybottom lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bellwether is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether tries to close the distance and clinch up but Diddlybottom swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Diddlybottom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CL2#
Diddlybottom has Bellwether up against the cage in a clinch.
Diddlybottom misses with the head strike.
#T1#
Diddlybottom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bellwether blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Diddlybottom scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Diddlybottom misses with the head strike.
Bellwether pushes Diddlybottom back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Diddlybottom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bellwether's elbow.
Diddlybottom throws a head punch that misses.
Diddlybottom throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bellwethers head.
Diddlybottom scores with a shot to the side of Bellwether's head.
Diddlybottom lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Diddlybottom swings wildly with an uppercut but Bellwether uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bellwether lands a left hand that snaps the head of Diddlybottom backwards.
Bellwether takes a shot to the head.
Bellwether misses with an elbow over the top.
Diddlybottom has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Diddlybottom blocks an uppercut.
Diddlybottom blocks a body shot from Bellwether.
Bellwether misses with some punches.
Beckett Bellwether has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bellwether blocks an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Bellwether.
Diddlybottom throws a punch but it's blocked by Bellwether.
Bellwether makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bellwether doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Diddlybottom misses with an elbow strike.
Bellwether misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Diddlybottom tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Bellwether manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Bellwether is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Diddlybottom trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Bellwether might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Diddlybottom looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bellwether is trying to keep Diddlybottom in close.
#T3#
Diddlybottom is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Diddlybottom got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bellwether has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Diddlybottom has managed to get both his arms back between Bellwether's legs - danger averted.
Milktoast Diddlybottom is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bellwether working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Bellwether working for a triangle but Diddlybottom defends it easily.
Bellwether throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #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.
Bellwether trying to control the position.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Diddlybottom with a nice cross.
A punch lands to the side of Bellwether 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Diddlybottom checks a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Diddlybottom.
A lazy left from Diddlybottom finds it's target.
Diddlybottom slips a jab from Bellwether.
Diddlybottom circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Bellwether pushes Diddlybottom up against the cage in a clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Milktoast Diddlybottom comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Diddlybottom has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Milktoast Diddlybottom!
Milktoast Diddlybottom decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Beckett Bellwether was interviewed post fight and said 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.
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Event:
C19: Furia vs Sionis
Date: Aug 23, 2017 |
#R1#
A lazy left from Slice finds it's target.
Bellwether looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Slice connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bellwether misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Slice.
It seemed like Slice was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
Bellwether gets a double leg takedown into Slice's guard.
Slice wants to stand up but Bellwether is controlling him.
Slice keeping moving, preventing Bellwether from controlling successfully.
Bellwether is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Slice is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Bellwether stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Slice swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Slice working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bellwether.
Slice is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether advances to half guard. #SUB#
Bellwether is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Slice is just riding it out for now. Bellwether eventually gives up the hold.
Bellwether missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bellwether has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1##ES2#
Slice manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Bellwether keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Slice misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bellwether makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Slice scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Bellwether breaks from the clinch.
Bellwether throws a head kick that misses.
Slice bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bellwether's head.
An inside leg kick lands from Slice.
Bellwether dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Slice connects with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bellwether tries to score a power double leg takedown but Slice sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bellwether somewhat.
Kimbo Slice is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bellwether thows a leg kick but Slice checks it
enabling Slice to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Bellwether chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bellwether gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bellwether throws a looping overhand right but Slice ducks down to avoid it.
Slice keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bellwether misses with a shot to the body
and Slice counters with a body kick that stops Bellwether in his tracks momentarily.
Slice is looking to clinch.
Nice cross by Bellwether.
Bellwether looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bellwether misses with a kick to the body
and Slice counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bellwether throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Slice's waist but Slice gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bellwether off to one side. #KD2#
Slice sends Bellwether crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Slice is motioning to the referee to let Bellwether up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Beckett Bellwether has been cut.
Slice throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bellwether stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bellwether misses with a hook to the body
and Slice counters with a left to the body.
Bellwether is breathing heavily.#T3#
Slice feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bellwether's calf.
Slice defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bellwether.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Beckett Bellwether. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Slice jabs at Bellwether's body.
Slice lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bellwether gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bellwether tries to move into range but Slice moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#KD2#
Slice cracks Bellwether with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Bellwether looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Slice finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Slice ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bellwether moves away.
Bellwether changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bellwether keeps the fight on the outside.
Bellwether on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice straight punches there by Slice. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Slice.#ROC2#
Bellwether is rocked!
Slice misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Slice lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bellwether misses with a kick to the body.
Slice dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Slice throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bellwether throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Slice throws out a counter right but Bellwether avoids it with no problem.
Slice throws a leg kick which misses Bellwether's front leg but catches the back leg as Bellwether tries to avoid it.
Kimbo Slice seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slice lands a nice looking body shot.
Bellwether throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bellwether has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Slice.
A good leg kick by Slice.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bellwether misses with a combination
and Slice counters with a nice body shot. #KD2#
Slice cracks Bellwether with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Slice has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bellwether to stand back up!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kimbo Slice dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Beckett Bellwether's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Slice lands a leg kick that knocks Bellwether off balance momentarily.#KD2#
Slice sends Bellwether crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Slice is motioning to the referee to let Bellwether up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Oh Bellwether is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Slice measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Bellwether! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Kimbo Slice!
In defeat, Beckett Bellwether stepped up to the mic, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.
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Event:
CCR 87
Date: Jun 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Bellwether with a poor takedown
and Murdock counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bellwether shoots in for a double leg but Murdock sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bellwether has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Murdock throws an overhand right that lands on Bellwether's shoulder, as Bellwether tries to avoid the shot.
Murdock stalks Bellwether and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bellwether's face. Bellwether staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#
It looks like Beckett Bellwether has been cut.
Jack Murdock seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bellwether uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murdock.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bellwether.
Murdock throws a jab when Bellwether was well out of range.
Murdock misses with a hook
#TD2#
and Bellwether counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Murdock!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Bellwether has an Americana. Murdock didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Bellwether is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Bellwether hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Beckett Bellwether!
Beckett Bellwether is the new heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Beckett Bellwether thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
CCR 83
Date: May 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Zigaman feints and then cracks Bellwether's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bellwether down.
Bellwether stuffs the takedown attempt from Zigaman. Zigaman gets slowly back to his feet.
Bellwether is looking to clinch but Zigaman is avoiding it.
An inside leg kick lands from Zigaman.
Bellwether throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bellwether connects with a body shot that sends Zigaman's belly button to the back.#TD#
Bellwether bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Zigaman is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Bellwether wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Zigaman, who protects the arm well.
Zigaman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bellwether wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Zigaman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Zigaman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zigaman is not content to let Bellwether control the position. #T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The strikes coming from Bellwether are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Zigaman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zigaman is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Zigaman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Bellwether is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bellwether is just content to waste time from the top position. Zigaman takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Zigaman looking for a sweep. Not yet Zigaman, not yet.
Zigaman wants to improve his position but instead Bellwether has moved into half guard.
Zigaman is looking for a sweep. Bellwether is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bellwether is looking to stall here but Zigaman recovers full guard.
Bellwether postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bellwether throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Zigaman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bellwether gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Zigaman controls Bellwether momentarily but Bellwether frees himself. #T3##SUB2#
Zigaman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bellwether defends it easily.
Zigaman is looking to sweep but instead, Bellwether has passed into half guard.
Zigaman makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Zigaman.
Bellwether forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zigaman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bellwether lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Bellwether might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bellwether chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
Bellwether wants to control from the top but Zigaman keeps moving.
Bellwether sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bellwether has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Zigaman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Bellwether looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bellwether tries to get to full guard but Zigaman has control of the leg.
Bellwether works his way to full guard. Good work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zigaman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Zigaman trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bellwether looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Beckett Bellwether dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bellwether throws the kick towards the body but Zigaman avoids it.
Zigaman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bellwether tries to score a power double leg takedown but Zigaman sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bellwether somewhat.
Zigaman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bellwether counters with a nice low kick that buckles Zigaman's knee momentarily.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Bellwether here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Bellwether throws an overhand right that lands on Zigaman's shoulder, as Zigaman tries to avoid the shot.
Bellwether tries to score with a low kick but Zigaman moves his leg out of the way.
Zigaman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bellwether.
Bellwether rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Zigaman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Zigaman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether throws a predictable looking body shot
and Zigaman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bellwether swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Zigaman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Zigaman.
Zigaman trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Zigaman landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Bellwether can't keep his opponent in guard - Zigaman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bellwether wants to improve his position but Zigaman is controlling well.
Zigaman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bellwether is trying to stand back up but Zigaman is controlling him
Zigaman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bellwether gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Bellwether is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zigaman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Beckett Bellwether overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Zigaman slips nicely into half guard.
Zigaman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Zigaman prevents Bellwether from improving his position.
Nice strikes from Zigaman there.
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. Zigaman connects with a nice short shot to Bellwether's temple.
Zigaman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bellwether avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zigaman.
Bellwether is trying to get back to full guard.
Bellwether has hold of Zigaman's hands but Zigaman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Zigaman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Bellwether on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bellwether wants to get back to his feet.
Bellwether has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zigaman is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Bellwether is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Zigaman is tapping! Great win for Bellwether!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Beckett Bellwether!
A victorious Beckett Bellwether thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Nova Zigaman stepped up to the mic, saying 'Congrats to my opponent. You may have won the battle tonight but you haven't won the war. Back to the gym on Monday in readiness for my next fight. '.
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Event:
CCR 80
Date: Apr 28, 2017 |
#R1#
A combination from Bellwether does no damage.
Bellwether punishes Swayze's body with a nice straight punch.
Swayze looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Swayze bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bellwether scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bellwether looks to score with a jab to the body but Swayze is just out of range.
Bellwether pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bellwether slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bellwether misses with an uppercut. Swayze saw that one coming.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bellwether crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Swayze - the referee stops the clock and Bellwether gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Swayze. Bellwether manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Swayze misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bellwether.
We've been hearing reports that Bellwether has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Swayze misses with an uppercut. Bellwether saw that one coming.
Swayze misses the shot to the body.
As Swayze looks to move away, Bellwether throws a big counter combo but Swayze just gets out of the way.
Swayze throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Bellwether throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Swayze counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Swayze avoids the head kick by Bellwether.
Julian Swayze is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bellwether swats away the attempt to clinch by Swayze.
A big left from Swayze misses.
Beckett Bellwether seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Swayze throws a body punch but Bellwether moves out of range. #CL#
Bellwether gets a clinch.
Swayze misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Swayze avoiding damage as Bellwether throws knees to the body.
Bellwether taking a breather.
Swayze tries to throw a body punch but Bellwether avoids it by throwing Swayze back against the cage.
Swayze lands a nice shot to the body.
Swayze lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Swayze lands a knee to the body.
Bellwether is breathing heavily.
Swayze lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bellwether tries to pull guard but Swayze forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Swayze can't find room to land a body shot as Bellwether controls the action.
Swayze lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bellwether throws an elbow that misses.
Swayze lands a shoulder strike.
Bellwether softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Swayze misses with a hook to the ribs.
Swayze misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bellwether.
Swayze blocks the elbow strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Swayze.
#TD#
Bellwether ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Bellwether no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Swayze showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Bellwether is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Swayze controlling from the top position.
Bellwether looking to hit a scissor sweep but Swayze is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Bellwether is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Swayze rolls with it to try and escape but Bellwether cranks on the arm and Swayze is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Beckett Bellwether!
Beckett Bellwether thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
CCR 77
Date: Apr 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Bellwether just misses with a punch to the body.
Bellwether shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Minasian counter with a right hand.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bellwether as he jumps to the side.
Minasian bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bellwether's head.
Bellwether connects with a crisp jab.
Minasian misses with a hook to the body
and Bellwether counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Bellwether instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bellwether.
Good body shot from Minasian.
Minasian prevents a takedown attempt there.
Minasian throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bellwethers head.
Bellwether misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Bellwether prevents the takedown attempt.
Minasian misses with a punch on the inside.
Minasian struggles to land a body shot inside as Bellwether controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Minasian.
Minasian lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bellwether backwards.
Minasian working aggressively here.
#TD2#
Minasian gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bellwether working a defensive guard here.
Bellwether is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Bellwether avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Minasian loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Minasian tries to free his leg and advance position but Bellwether is retaining full guard.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Bellwether is trying to control the position but Minasian postures up.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Minasian preventing the sweep.
Minasian cracks Bellwether with a solid left hand.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Bellwether seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bellwether might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Minasian with a nice head shot there.
Bellwether seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Minasian postures up and lands a big shot to Bellwether's brow.
Bellwether wants to sweep but no luck.
Bellwether wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Minasian keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bellwether's head.
Bellwether is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Bellwether being controlled here, momentarily.
Minasian scoring with some ground and pound.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bellwether trying to control the position.
Minasian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Minasian slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bellwether wants to sweep here but Minasian controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Minasian scoring with punches to the head and body.
Minasian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bellwether is trying to control the position but Minasian postures up.
Minasian's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Minasian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Minasian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Minasian lands a couple of digs.
Minasian throwing strikes from guard but Bellwether blocks nicely.
Minasian 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Levon Minasian dominated that round.
That's time! Bellwether's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A big left from Minasian misses.
A little feinted left hand from Bellwether on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bellwether tries to clinch but Minasian is having none of it.
Minasian tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bellwether defends well and Minasian ends up having to push Bellwether into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bellwether pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bellwether scores with a kick to the midsection.
Minasian throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bellwether cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bellwether throws a head kick but Minasian moves out of range.
Minasian stuffs the takedown attempt from Bellwether. Bellwether gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether connects with a solid leg kick.
Minasian works the jab nicely.
Bellwether pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Minasian changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Minasian. Bellwether does a little dance to reset his feet.
Minasian throws an off balance right hand
and Bellwether counters with a stiff right hand.
Bellwether lands a front kick.#CL#
Bellwether instigates a clinch.
Minasian drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bellwether pulls his leg out and moves away.
A clash of legs there as Minasian blocks the low kick.
A little jabbing left from Minasian on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bellwether avoids the body shot from Minasian.
Minasian stuns Bellwether with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bellwether takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL#
Bellwether takes the fight into the clinch.
Bellwether has a couple of punches blocked by Minasian.
A short right from Minasian on the inside.
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!
Minasian misses with some punches.
#T2#
Bellwether blocks an uppercut.
Bellwether trying to stall but Minasian improves his position.
Bellwether blocking some punches.
Minasian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bellwether tries to break the clinch but Minasian is controlling the position. #TD2#
Minasian has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bellwether regains guard immediately.
Bellwether can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Minasian controls the pace.
Bellwether looking for a sweep. Not yet Bellwether, not yet.
Bellwether is adopting a defensive guard.
Bellwether 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.
Bellwether is trying to keep Minasian in close.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Bellwether not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Minasian in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bellwether trying to keep a closed guard but Minasian is proving a slippery customer.
Bellwether being controlled here, momentarily.
Minasian stands up over Bellwether, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bellwether is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Minasian lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Minasian drops back looking for a leg! Bellwether is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bellwether manages to kick Minasian off! Minasian jumps back into Bellwether's guard. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Minasian stopping the sweep attempt from Bellwether.
Minasian controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Minasian throws a big elbow that misses.
Minasian is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Minasian slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Minasian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bellwether swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bellwether looking to control.
Minasian trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Levon Minasian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
A big left from Minasian misses.
Bellwether darts in looking for a takedown but Minasian gets double underhooks and turns Bellwether into the cage.
Bellwether lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Minasian circles away quickly and effectively.
Minasian misses with a hook. Bellwether ducked under it nicely.
Beckett Bellwether is winning the standup battle so far.
Bellwether is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Minasian.
Minasian is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Minasian misses with a looping left.
Bellwether pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Minasian lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Minasian slips a jab from Bellwether.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bellwether misses with a hook.
Bellwether misses the body punch
and Minasian counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Minasian or perhaps it was just good defense by Bellwether, which made it look bad.
Bellwether quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Bellwether wants to clinch up but Minasian keeps it at a distance.
Minasian changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Bellwether has managed to clinch.
Minasian is looking for a takedown.
Minasian is trying to drag Bellwether to the mat but Bellwether just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Beckett Bellwether has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bellwether gets underhooks to prevent Minasian's takedown attempt.
Minasian is pressed up against the cage. Bellwether has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Minasian down to the mat. Minasian avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Bellwether with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Minasian fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bellwether avoids it really well and circles away.
Bellwether throws a quick counter head kick but Minasian was just out of range.
Beckett Bellwether has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Levon Minasian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Bellwether has his takedown stuffed
enabling Minasian to counter with a crisp jab.
Bellwether shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Minasian lands a jab-cross combination.
Bellwether shoots in but Minasian avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Minasian looks for a takedown but Bellwether sprawls well.
Bellwether scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Bellwether drives through and clinches with Minasian against the cage.
#T3#
Minasian lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bellwether can't find room to land a body shot as Minasian controls the action.
Minasian blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Minasian dodges an elbow strike from Bellwether.
Bellwether has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Minasian is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bellwether can't find room to land a body shot as Minasian controls the action.
Bellwether looking for a takedown.
Minasian lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Bellwether scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bellwether working aggressively here.
#T4#
Minasian tries to throw a body punch but Bellwether avoids it by throwing Minasian back against the cage.
Bellwether stalling against the cage.
Beckett Bellwether has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bellwether tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Minasian's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Minasian.
Minasian blocking some punches.
Bellwether taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Minasian throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bellwethers head.
Minasian lands a hook to the side of the head.
Minasian works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bellwether can't find room to land a body shot as Minasian controls the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Levon Minasian.
Well Minasian has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Levon Minasian!
A relieved looking Levon Minasian thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.
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Event:
CCR 72
Date: Mar 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Zimbardo lands a front kick.#CL#
Bellwether has Zimbardo up against the cage in a clinch.
Bellwether presses Zimbardo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bellwether.
Zimbardo blocks a body shot from Bellwether.
Zimbardo wants to break the clinch but can't.
Zimbardo is trying to break the clinch but Bellwether has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Bellwether lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Zimbardo wants to control but Bellwether passes into side.
Bellwether controlling the position from side mount.
Bellwether wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zimbardo keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Bellwether working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Bellwether has hold of Zimbardo's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Zimbardo seems comfortable defending it but Bellwether has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Zimbardo is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Zimbardo is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Bellwether couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Beckett Bellwether!
A relieved looking Beckett Bellwether thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
CCR 69
Date: Feb 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Bellwether lands with a kick to the ribs.
Minasian looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bellwether throws a body shot but no joy.
Bellwether gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Minasian counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Minasian trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bellwether seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bellwether looking for a sweep. Not yet Bellwether, not yet.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minasian is one step ahead there.
Bellwether avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Minasian pushing down on Bellwether's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Minasian missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Minasian lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bellwether tries to kick Minasian off but Minasian keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Bellwether is refusing to be controlled, as Minasian sits in half guard.
Minasian is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bellwether is defending against the submission attempts here by Minasian.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bellwether keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Minasian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Bellwether is trying to stand.
Bellwether is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Minasian scores with a couple of nice shots.
Minasian lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bellwether tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Minasian has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
The referee warns Bellwether that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bellwether is trying to stand.
Minasian working the ground and pound effectively.
Bellwether regains half guard.#T3#
Bellwether is trying to maintain the position but Minasian is very close to passing his half guard.
Bellwether on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bellwether has hold of Minasian's hands but Minasian slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bellwether works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Bellwether looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Minasian wants to pass the guard but Bellwether is keeping the position.#T4#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Minasian prevents Bellwether from getting back to his feet.
Minasian throwing strikes from guard but Bellwether blocks nicely.
Minasian 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.
Minasian lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Minasian engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bellwether working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Levon Minasian dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bellwether throws a sloppy head kick and Minasian moves out of range easily.
Minasian fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bellwether is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bellwether 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 Minasian has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Minasian and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bellwether throws a right and a left that Minasian avoids nicely.
Bellwether misses with a wild combination.
Bellwether scores with a head kick. Minasian tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Minasian jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Bellwether closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Minasian to the mat! Minasian manages to get full guard.
Minasian wants to sweep but no luck.
Bellwether wants to control from the top but Minasian keeps moving.
Bellwether engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Minasian looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Minasian wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bellwether pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Minasian is keeping the position for now.
Bellwether wants to control from the top but Minasian keeps moving.
Minasian lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bellwether wants to stand and escape but Minasian is having none of it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Minasian content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Minasian works over Bellwether with some ground and pound from guard.
Minasian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Bellwether is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Minasian is controlling him.
Minasian throws a big elbow that misses.
Minasian working some strikes from top position.
Minasian trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Minasian controlling from the top position.
Bellwether is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Minasian landing some decent shots from guard.
Minasian stands up over Bellwether, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Minasian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Minasian with a nice head shot there.
Bellwether wants to stand and escape but Minasian is having none of it.
Minasian postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bellwether looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minasian is one step ahead there.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Bellwether avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Minasian working some strikes from top position.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bellwether is keeping the position for now.
Minasian pushes down on Bellwether's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bellwether is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Minasian throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Levon Minasian will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Minasian avoids the head kick by Bellwether.
Minasian tries to close the distance and clinch but Bellwether swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bellwether loads up on a big right hand but Minasian slips the punch.
Bellwether moves out of range as Minasian strikes.
Bellwether tried to counter with a leg kick but Minasian avoided it.
Minasian throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bellwether's waist but Bellwether gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Minasian off to one side.
Minasian tries to clinch but Bellwether is having none of it.
Minasian slips a straight right by Bellwether.
Minasian tries to clinch there but Bellwether circles away.
Bellwether dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Minasian. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Bellwether as Minasian shoots in.
Minasian with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bellwether to score with a decent uppercut.
Minasian thows a leg kick but Bellwether checks it
and Bellwether counters with a flying knee. Nice. #TD#
Bellwether fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Minasian sprawls well initially but Bellwether persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T1#
Minasian is trying to maintain the position but Bellwether is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bellwether seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#SUB#
Bellwether wants to work for an arm triangle but Minasian is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Minasian is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
It looks like Bellwether is going to stand back up.
Minasian is looking to control Bellwether's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Minasian avoid being mounted?
Minasian has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Bellwether wants to work for an arm triangle but Minasian is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Beckett Bellwether has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Minasian tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Bellwether has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #SUB#
Minasian defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Bellwether.
Bellwether prevents Minasian from getting the reversal.
Minasian tries to lock up and control but Bellwether gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Minasian is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB#
Bellwether is working for a guillotine from mount but Minasian frees his head quite easily.
Bellwether prevents Minasian from getting the reversal.
Levon Minasian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Minasian regains half guard.
Minasian moves into full guard.
Bellwether being controlled here momentarily.
Bellwether tries to free his leg and advance position but Minasian is retaining full guard.
Bellwether throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Minasian works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bellwether being controlled here momentarily.
Levon Minasian has got the better of the ground game so far.
Minasian looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Minasian has his hands on Bellwether's head, controlling the position.
Minasian is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Minasian takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bellwether is trying to stand back up but Minasian is controlling him
Minasian takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bellwether is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Beckett Bellwether showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Minasian has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 28:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Levon Minasian!
A very excited looking Levon Minasian 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.
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.
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Event:
CCR 66
Date: Jan 20, 2017 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Nascimento throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Bellwether closes the distance and pushes Nascimento back into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Nascimento fails to land.
Bellwether lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nascimento creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nascimento misses with a punch to the body.
Nascimento presses Bellwether against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bellwether swings wildly with an uppercut but Nascimento uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nascimento has a couple of punches blocked by Bellwether.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nascimento.
Nascimento fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nascimento tries to throw a body punch but Bellwether avoids it by throwing Nascimento back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nascimento doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nascimento lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bellwether.#BC2#
Nascimento breaks from the clinch.
A big left from Nascimento misses.
Beckett Bellwether seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A good leg kick by Bellwether.
Bellwether on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
#T1#
Bellwether lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Nascimento misses with a hook. Bellwether ducked under it nicely.
A shot to the liver by Nascimento. Beautiful body shot.
Bellwether blocks the body kick.
Bellwether keeps Nascimento at a distance using the push kick.
Bellwether tries to clinch up.#TD#
Bellwether looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bellwether trying to control from half guard but Nascimento is working away.
Bellwether not doing much here.
Bellwether is thwarting Nascimento's attempts to control the position.
Bellwether wants to control but Nascimento is keeping him busy. #T2#
Bellwether controlling the action here.
Nascimento manages to get to full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nascimento is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bellwether pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nascimento is keeping the position for now.
Nascimento is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bellwether pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nascimento is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Nascimento is trying to control the position but Bellwether postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bellwether scores with a decent looking hook.
Bellwether throws a quick inside leg kick. #TD#
Bellwether looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bellwether has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bellwether seems to be looking for submissions.
Nascimento wants to control but Bellwether is keeping busy.
#T4#
Nascimento slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bellwether stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nascimento swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bellwether missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bellwether passes Nascimento's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nascimento really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bellwether. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nascimento tries to kick Bellwether off but Bellwether keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Still in half guard, Bellwether seems content to control.
Nascimento wants to get back to full guard.
Nascimento regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bellwether passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Beckett Bellwether will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bellwether's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Bellwether. That's going to slow Nascimento down.
Bellwether fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL#
Bellwether clinches up with Nascimento and pushes him back against the cage.
Nascimento tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bellwether tries to pull guard but Nascimento holds him up against the cage and eventually Bellwether drops back down to his feet.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bellwether.
Nascimento can't break the clinch.
Bellwether pushes Nascimento back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Bellwether here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Bellwether prevents a body shot from Nascimento.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nascimento tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nascimento misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nascimento swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bellwether landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#T1#
Bellwether lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bellwether tries to work over Nascimento's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bellwether lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nascimento backwards.
Nascimento has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bellwether seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nascimento can turn it around.
Beckett Bellwether has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nascimento avoiding damage as Bellwether throws knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bellwether.
Bellwether scores with a shot to the side of Nascimento's head.
Bellwether lands a right hand.
Bellwether stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bellwether prevents a body shot from Nascimento.
Bellwether pushes Nascimento back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bellwether scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bellwether missing with knees to the body.
Nascimento can't find room to land a body shot as Bellwether controls the action.
Nascimento tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bellwether lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nascimento prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nascimento prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Beckett Bellwether. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Bellwether softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nascimento.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nascimento misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bellwether jumps guard but Nascimento stands there with Bellwether around his waist. Bellwether gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Bellwether working aggressively here.
Bellwether goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bellwether lands a hook that snaps the head of Nascimento backwards.
Bellwether avoiding damage.
Bellwether blocking some punches.
Bellwether is trying to pull guard but Nascimento turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bellwether tries to throw a body punch but Nascimento avoids it by throwing Bellwether back against the cage.
Nascimento struggles to land a body shot inside as Bellwether controls his hands.
Bellwether blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Bellwether - that landed with a thud.
#T3#
Bellwether lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Bellwether breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Bellwether fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nascimento, pushing him back against the cage.
Nascimento pushes Bellwether back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bellwether tries to pull guard but Nascimento holds him up against the cage and eventually Bellwether drops back down to his feet.
Nascimento working hard to break the clinch.
Nascimento misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bellwether tries to throw a body punch but Nascimento avoids it by throwing Bellwether back against the cage.
Bellwether's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Nascimento.
Bellwether prevents a body shot from Nascimento.
Nascimento tries to throw a body punch but Bellwether avoids it by throwing Nascimento back against the cage.
Bellwether is trying to maintain a safe position but Nascimento gets an underhook and turns Bellwether into the cage.
Nascimento tries to work over Bellwether's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Bellwether breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T4#
Nascimento misses with a leg kick.
Bellwether walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nascimento lands with a straight right. Bellwether didn't see that one coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body kick from Bellwether.
Bellwether lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nascimento at a distance.
Nascimento attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bellwether throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nascimento stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bellwether uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nascimento.
Nascimento throws a right hand that Bellwether ducks under and follows up with a left that Bellwether also avoids with ease.
Nice body kick from Bellwether.
Nascimento is looking to land body kicks.
Bellwether misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nascimento closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bellwether lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bellwether slips a jab from Nascimento.
Flavio Nascimento is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nascimento lands with a nice body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Beckett Bellwether dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Bellwether uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nascimento.
No joy there for Nascimento, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bellwether misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nascimento misses the shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Bellwether.
Bellwether throws a push kick but Nascimento slaps the foot to one side.
Nascimento uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bellwether.
Nascimento pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nascimento scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bellwether just misses with a punch to the body.
Nascimento feints a counter leg kick.
Nascimento thumps Bellwether with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Bellwether has closed the distance and engaged Nascimento in a clinch.
Bellwether blocking some punches.
Bellwether drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Nascimento gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Bellwether decides to pull guard. #T1#
Nascimento trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bellwether is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Nascimento working a defensive guard here.
Bellwether looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bellwether is pushing down on Nascimento's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nascimento is fighting to maintain full guard but Bellwether has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nascimento keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Bellwether wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nascimento keeps working. #T2#
Bellwether throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bellwether moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Bellwether is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nascimento is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nascimento dodges the ground and pound from Bellwether.
Nascimento is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bellwether is controlling him well.
Bellwether throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Nascimento works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Beckett Bellwether is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Bellwether tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nascimento knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bellwether is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nascimento can do to turn this around?
Bellwether perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nascimento is looking for a sweep. Bellwether is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bellwether in particular looking to stall.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bellwether throws a head kick but Nascimento moves out of range.
Bellwether throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bellwether takes a swing at Nascimento's ribcage but misses.
Nascimento misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Bellwether counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Bellwether sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nascimento wants to improve his position but Bellwether is controlling well.
Bellwether stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bellwether has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Beckett Bellwether showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bellwether has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Beckett Bellwether!
A victorious Beckett Bellwether thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Kortelainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kuklinsky tries to bum rush Kortelainen with a series of wild strikes but Kortelainen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jab, jab by Kuklinsky - just one landing.
Nice uppercut lands for Kuklinsky. That snapped Kortelainen's head back.
Kuklinsky misses with a double jab
and Kortelainen counters with a stiff right hand.
A lazy left from Kuklinsky finds it's target.
Kuklinsky misses with a left hand
and Kortelainen counters with a good, hard body kick but Kuklinsky shrugs it off.
Kortelainen has a takedown stuffed.
Kuklinsky throws a counter combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuklinsky. Kortelainen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kortelainen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kuklinsky's coach down at K.O.N.Y. was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kuklinsky's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T1#
Kuklinsky lands a lovely overhand right.
Kuklinsky lands the left hand.
We've been hearing reports that Kortelainen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kortelainen lands with a nice body punch.
Kuklinsky misses with a series of wild punches.
Kuklinsky has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kortelainen shoots in for a double leg but Kuklinsky sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kortelainen misses with a right hand
and Kuklinsky counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuklinsky is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Kortelainen misses with a hook
and Kuklinsky counters with a right hand to the body.
Crunch! Kortelainen slams his shin into Kuklinsky's torso.#T2#
Kuklinsky bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Kuklinsky misses.
Richard Kuklinsky is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kortelainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kortelainen is looking to clinch but Kuklinsky is avoiding it.
A big right from Kortelainen misses.
Kortelainen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kortelainen wants to clinch up but Kuklinsky keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Kortelainen moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Kortelainen decides to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kortelainen throws his legs up looking for a submission but Kuklinsky uses it to pass to side control.
Kortelainen is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kortelainen looking for a sweep but Kuklinsky has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Kortelainen looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
I really don't envy Kortelainen right now.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Kuklinsky has the hooks in. Kortelainen is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Kuklinsky biding his time, controlling Kortelainen.
Kortelainen tries to roll but Kuklinsky sticks to his back.
Kortelainen manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kuklinsky's guard. Nice work there by Kortelainen.
Kortelainen tries to free his leg and advance position but Kuklinsky is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Richard Kuklinsky dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Kortelainen looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kuklinsky connects with a nice looking jab.
Kortelainen throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kuklinsky's head.#CUT#
It looks like Richard Kuklinsky has been cut.
Kortelainen lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuklinsky lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Kuklinsky looks to score with a jab to the body but Kortelainen is just out of range.#KD2#
Kuklinsky lands a big uppercut and Kortelainen crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kortelainen looks OK. Kuklinsky waves Kortelainen back to his feet!#T1#
Kortelainen moves out of range as Kuklinsky strikes.
Kuklinsky misses with a double jab
and Kortelainen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kortelainen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kortelainen tries to clinch up.
Kortelainen throws a poor cross that misses
and Kuklinsky counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Kortelainen moves into range and clinches up with Kuklinsky.
Kortelainen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuklinsky blocks an uppercut.
Kortelainen can't find room to land a body shot as Kuklinsky controls the action.
Kortelainen can't find room to land a body shot as Kuklinsky controls the action.
#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kortelainen.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuklinsky.
Kuklinsky lands with a light punch inside.
Kuklinsky throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kuklinsky goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuklinsky lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kuklinsky struggles to land a body shot inside as Kortelainen controls his hands.
Kuklinsky lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuklinsky slowing the pace effectively.
Kuklinsky throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kortelainen takes a shot to the head.
Kuklinsky lands a shot to the body.
Kuklinsky lands a body punch.
Kuklinsky working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kuklinsky lands a body punch.
Kuklinsky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kuklinsky lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kuklinsky throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kortelainens head. #ROC2#
Kortelainen is rocked!
Kuklinsky is working Kortelainen over against the cage.
Kuklinsky lands with a short shot to the head.
Richard Kuklinsky seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kuklinsky digs a right hand into Kortelainen's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kortelainen's gas tank. #T3#
Kuklinsky can't find room to land a body shot as Kortelainen controls the action.
#BC2#
Kuklinsky breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #KD2#
Kuklinsky sends Kortelainen crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Kuklinsky is motioning to the referee to let Kortelainen up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Oh Kortelainen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kortelainen leaves his chin hanging out and Kuklinsky seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Kortelainen crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Richard Kuklinsky!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Kortelainen throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tyson's head.
Tyson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kortelainen circles away.
Kortelainen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyson throws a big shot that misses.
Kortelainen throws out a counter right but Tyson avoids it with no problem.
Kortelainen connects with a looping right hand.
Tyson misses with a hook
and Kortelainen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tyson closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kortelainen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyson thinking.
Mike Tyson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left lands for Kortelainen.
Tyson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kortelainen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kortelainen swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyson.
Tyson throws a head kick but Kortelainen moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tyson walks into a straight right hand from Kortelainen.
Tyson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kortelainen circles away quickly and effectively.
Tyson misses with a takedown attempt
and Kortelainen counters with a nice body shot. #KD2#
Kortelainen connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Tyson to the floor! Kortelainen dives in looking for the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Mike Tyson has been cut.
Tyson tries to roll over but Kortelainen keeps him under control.
Tyson is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Tyson is kicking away at Kortelainen from the bottom - trying to push off and stand up. Kortelainen grabs hold of a leg and drops back for a heel hook! The two fighters roll across the mat, with Tyson trying to push Kortelainen off... Tyson taps! He's tapped! This one is all over! A throwback to the old Pancrase there with an infrequently seen submission hold! Nice work.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Kalle Kortelainen!
During a confident post fight interview, Kalle Kortelainen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Mike Tyson spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll eat your children '.
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