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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 25, 2016 |
#R1#
Swanson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vasara.
Swanson throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Vasara to counter with a crisp jab.
Swanson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Vasara ducks under a wild hook from Swanson .
Swanson throws a nice looking combination but Vasara bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've been informed that Vasara 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.
Vasara misses with a hook.
Swanson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Swanson staying out of range there.
Good standup being displayed there by Vasara as he connects with a hook.
Swanson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Swanson tries to bum rush Vasara with a series of wild strikes but Vasara uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Raphael Swanson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vasara lands with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Swanson misses with a double jab
and Vasara counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A left and a right from Swanson both land. Nice combination.
Swanson misses with a series of wild punches.
Vasara lands with a shot to the body.
Vasara lands a nice shot to the body.
#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Vasara darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Vasara throws out a loose jab but Swanson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Swanson walks into a stiff left hand from Vasara.
Vasara lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Swanson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Vasara counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vasara lands a jab to Swanson 's midsection.
Swanson lands a hook that stumbles Vasara back into the cage. Swanson follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Vasara to the canvas! Swanson pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Vasara has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Raphael Swanson !
A relieved looking Raphael Swanson 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:
DUEL#29 Riccuito vs Kuzmenko
Date: Dec 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Lopez with a jab.
Swanson misses with a shot to the body
and Lopez counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Swanson throws a series of punches but Lopez avoids them all with ease.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Swanson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lopez misses with a series of wild punches.
Swanson swinging wildly here.
Lopez connects with a nice looking jab.
Lopez jabs Swanson right on the nose. Swanson blinks but takes it well.
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!
Swanson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lopez counters with a left and a right that stings Swanson .
Swanson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lopez looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Swanson throws a lazy right hand but Lopez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Swanson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lopez connects with a good right hand that stumbles Swanson . Swanson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Swanson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Swanson misses with the combination.
Swanson misses with a double jab.
#T1#
Swanson swinging wildly here.
Lopez lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Swanson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lopez scores with a nice right hand.
Swanson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lopez finds it's way round the side to connect with Swanson 's head.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lopez - that will leave a mark!
Lopez seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Swanson throws a poor cross that misses
and Lopez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Swanson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lopez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lopez lands a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lopez connects with a high kick.
Lopez fakes the leg kick and cracks Swanson in the body.
Lopez throws a leg kick which misses Swanson 's front leg but catches the back leg as Swanson tries to avoid it.
Swanson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lopez. That one must have hurt.
Lopez's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lopez duly obliges.
Lopez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Swanson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lopez throws a counter high kick but Swanson was just alert enough to avoid it.
Swanson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lopez scores with a head kick.
#T2#
Swanson swinging wildly here.
Swanson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Lopez connects with a jab.
Lopez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Swanson .
Lopez scores with a head kick.
Lopez throws a series of strikes that have Swanson backpedaling.
Lopez misses with a few strikes there.
Lopez is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jab by Lopez.
Lopez keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lopez scores with a body shot.
Lopez goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Swanson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lopez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC#
Swanson is rocked!
Lopez is looking to slow Swanson down with leg kicks.
Lopez looks to land a combination but Swanson avoids it well.
Lopez fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T3#
Lopez connects with an inside leg kick.
Swanson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lopez plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Lopez is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lopez lands a nice shot that snaps Swanson 's head back.
Swanson is still on wobbly legs! Can Lopez finish him?
Swanson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Swanson seems to have recovered his senses.
Lopez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Swanson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Swanson throws a series of punches but Lopez moves out of range.
Swanson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lopez.
Swanson misses with a double jab
and Lopez counters with a body kick.
Lopez dodges the punch combination from Swanson .
A combination from Swanson does no damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Swanson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lopez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Swanson looks winded!
Swanson takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lopez lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lopez.
Swanson just misses with a punch to the body.
A head kick from Lopez lands but Swanson takes it in his stride.
Swanson misses the jab.#T4#
Swanson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lopez counters with a two punch combo.
Swanson finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Lopez's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Swanson falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Miguel Lopez!
During a confident post fight interview, Miguel Lopez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
DUEL#24 Lopez vs Matthews
Date: Nov 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Frazier throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Swanson .
Swanson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Swanson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Frazier moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Swanson throws a combination that misses
and Frazier counters with a series of strikes. Swanson will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sloppy strikes from Swanson . Those never looked like landing.
Swanson throws a right hand that Frazier ducks under and follows up with a left that Frazier also avoids with ease.
Frazier appears to be looking for a big counter.
Swanson falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Frazier counters with a shoot takedown. Swanson fights it but they end up in guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Frazier controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SU#
Frazier gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Frazier looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Swanson misses with the combination.
Swanson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Frazier counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Swanson looks to land a left hand but Frazier moved out of range nicely.
Frazier takes one to the side of the head.
Swanson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Frazier.
Swanson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Frazier counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Swanson throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Swanson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Frazier connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Frazier throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Swanson throws a combination that misses #TD#
so Frazier counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Swanson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Frazier dives into side control.
#REVB#
Swanson tries to escape but Frazier is in control.
Frazier in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Frazier landing a few strikes.
Swanson wants to get back to his feet.
Frazier just content to control the position. #T2#
Swanson tries to buck Frazier off but Frazier is having none of it.
Swanson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Frazier staying calm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frazier lands an elbow.
Frazier works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Swanson is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Frazier has just dragged him back down to the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Swanson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T3#
Swanson is trying to escape the position but Frazier is controlling the position.
Swanson is trying to get back to half guard.
Frazier prevents Swanson from escaping the position.
Frazier scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Swanson to see if he's OK.
Frazier working the head with strikes. #SUB#
Frazier looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Swanson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Frazier is controlling him well.
Swanson throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Frazier working the head with strikes.
Swanson is pushing Frazier's head away, looking to escape. Frazier manages to hold on to the position though.
Swanson trying to remain calm as Frazier controls from the top position.#T4#
Swanson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Swanson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Frazier's best efforts.
Frazier controlling the pace.
Swanson is looking to escape.
Frazier controlling the action here. #SUB#
Frazier seems to be looking for submissions.
Swanson scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Frazier manages to mount him!
Swanson wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mo Frazier dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Swanson misses with a two punch combination.
Raphael Swanson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Swanson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Frazier drops down looking for a counter takedown but Swanson sprawls and moves away.
Swanson throws a combination that misses
letting Frazier counter with a right hand.
Frazier slips a jab and a cross from Swanson .
Swanson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swanson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Frazier moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A shot to the liver by Frazier. Beautiful body shot.
Frazier uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swanson .
Swanson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Swanson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Frazier counters with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swanson misses with a few strikes there.
Swanson is breathing heavily.
Swanson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Frazier counters with a one-two to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Frazier closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Swanson is trying to escape back to his feet but Frazier uses the scramble to pass into side control.
#T1#
Frazier grinds an elbow into Swanson 's temple.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Frazier lands a nice forearm strike.
A lull in the action here as Frazier stalls from top position.
Swanson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Frazier is controlling him well.
Frazier 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.
Frazier scoring with punches and elbows.
Frazier controlling from side mount.
Swanson is trying to get back to his feet.#T2#
Check out the look on Frazier's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Swanson is being controlled here. #SU#
Frazier decides to stand back up.
Swanson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Frazier.
Frazier tries to counter with a takedown but Swanson is quick to defend against it.
Swanson misses with a hook to the body
and Frazier counters with a nice uppercut.
Swanson misses with a double jab
and Frazier connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Frazier slips a jab and a cross from Swanson .
Frazier throws a counter high kick but Swanson was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nice body kick from Frazier.
Swanson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Frazier was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Frazier rushes Swanson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Frazier breaks from the clinch.
Swanson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Swanson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Frazier counters with a body kick that stops Swanson in his tracks momentarily. #T3#
Frazier connects with a crisp jab.
Frazier is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Swanson can do to turn this around?
Swanson misses with a double jab
and Frazier counters with a nice body kick.
Swanson throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Frazier counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Swanson !
Mo Frazier overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Swanson wants to get back to his feet.
Swanson taking a bit of punishment here - Frazier scoring with strikes.
Frazier lands an elbow.
Frazier working the head with strikes.
Frazier working the ground and pound.
Frazier working the ground and pound from side control.
Swanson throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Frazier working the head and body with strikes.
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!#SU#
Frazier decides to stand back up.
Frazier lands with a kick to the ribs.
#T4#
Swanson looks to land a combination but Frazier avoids it well.
Swanson avoids the head kick by Frazier.
Swanson misses with a lunging right hand
and Frazier counters with a nice body shot.
Frazier with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Swanson throws a combination that misses
and Frazier counters with a body kick that stops Swanson in his tracks momentarily.
Swanson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Frazier lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Frazier lands a jab to Swanson 's midsection.
Frazier showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Swanson .
And Frazier counters with a quick kick to the body but Swanson blocks it.
Swanson throws a right hand that misses
and Swanson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Swanson has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Frazier.
Swanson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Frazier half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Frazier clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Frazier escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mo Frazier dominated that second round.
That's time! 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#
Frazier sizes up Swanson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A punch combination from Swanson misses.
Sloppy strikes from Swanson . Those never looked like landing.
Mo Frazier is winning the standup battle so far.
Frazier avoids a punch combination nicely.
Frazier with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Swanson throws a combination that misses
and Frazier counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Swanson throws a right and a left that Frazier avoids nicely.
Swanson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Frazier counters with a solid body kick.
Mo Frazier is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Frazier fails to land with a series of punches.
#TD#
Frazier manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Swanson on his heels. He'll look to pass Swanson 's guard now, I'm sure.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Swanson wants to stand up but Frazier is controlling him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Frazier passes Swanson 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Frazier stops Swanson from getting back to his feet.
Frazier looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Swanson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Swanson pushes Frazier off looking to stand but Frazier dives back in and keeps control.
Frazier sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Swanson looks like he's trying to stand up.
Frazier drops an elbow to the side of Swanson 's head.
Frazier slows the pace down in half guard.
Swanson wants to get back to his feet.
Frazier is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Swanson is trying to escape back to his feet but Frazier uses the scramble to pass into side control.
#T2#
Swanson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Frazier is controlling him well.
Frazier is putting a hurting on Swanson here, landing some big shots from side control.
Swanson misses with a strike from the bottom.
Swanson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Frazier tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Swanson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Frazier lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Swanson down.
#T3#
Swanson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Frazier controlling from side mount.
Frazier seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Swanson for as long as he can get away with.
Raphael Swanson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Swanson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Swanson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Frazier connects with a decent elbow.
Frazier taking a breather here.
Frazier scores with punches from side control.
Swanson pushes Frazier away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Frazier gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Swanson is looking to regain half guard here but Frazier keeps moving and retains side control.
Swanson takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Swanson is being controlled here.
Swanson is trying to buck Frazier off.
Frazier working the head and body with strikes.
Swanson pushes Frazier away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Frazier gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Frazier in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Frazier lands a decent elbow from side control. #SUB#
Frazier working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Swanson wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mo Frazier showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Frazier 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mo Frazier!
A relieved looking Mo Frazier 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:
DUEL#19 Army vs Summers
Date: Nov 05, 2016 |
#R1#
Mendes dodges the punch combination from Swanson .
Mendes lands a jab-cross combination.
Mendes scores with a hook to the body. Swanson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sloppy strikes from Swanson . Those never looked like landing.
Sloppy strikes from Swanson . Those never looked like landing.
Mendes swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mendes looks to land a combination but Swanson avoids it well.
Swanson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mendes uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swanson .
Decent striking displayed by Mendes there.
Swanson misses with a two punch combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mendes scores with a jab to the body.
Swanson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mendes lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Swanson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mendes cracks a nice hook into Swanson 's ribs.
Swanson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mendes. Mendes obviously looking to wear him down.
#CL#
Mendes instigates a clinch.
Mendes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Swanson or not. #BC#
Mendes manages to break the clinch.
#T1#
Swanson misses the shot to the body.
Swanson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mendes throwing a counter right hand but Swanson manages to avoid it.
Swanson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Swanson .
We've been told by Mendes's head coaches at City of Angels Fight Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Swanson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Swanson lands a nice shot that snaps Mendes's head back.
#ROC2#
Mendes is rocked!
Swanson throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Mendes to counter with a crisp jab.
Oh Mendes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mendes takes a swing at Swanson 's ribcage but misses.
As Mendes backs off Swanson throws a huge counter combo but Mendes manages to avoid it all.
Raphael Swanson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Swanson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Swanson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Mendes counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Mendes clinches up against the cage.
Mendes seems to have got his legs back now.
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!
Mendes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mendes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Swanson or not.
Mendes lands with a short shot to the head.
Mendes stalling.
A short body shot lands from Mendes as the two fighters clinch.
Mendes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T2#
Mendes is working Swanson over against the cage.
Mendes lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mendes lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Mendes just leaning against Swanson , taking a breather.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Swanson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Mendes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mendes avoids a punch combination nicely.
Swanson takes a swing at Mendes's ribcage but misses.
Swanson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mendes.#T3#
Mendes jabs Swanson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Swanson throws a lazy uppercut
and Mendes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mendes catches Swanson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mendes lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mendes avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mendes throwing a counter right hand but Swanson manages to avoid it.
Mendes scores with a nice strike.
Swanson throws a right hand that Mendes ducks under and follows up with a left that Mendes also avoids with ease.
Mendes lands with a shot to the body.
Swanson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Mendes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fighters circling - Swanson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mendes scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Swanson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mendes finds it's way round the side to connect with Swanson 's head.
Mendes lands a right hook to the body.
Swanson lands with a hook. Mendes tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mendes lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Swanson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Swanson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mendes.
Mendes throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swanson . #CL#
Mendes instigates a clinch.
Swanson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T4#
Mendes lands a nice uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Mendes.
Mendes will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Swanson up against the cage.
Mendes slows down the pace here.
Swanson wants to get back to striking at distance but Mendes won't allow it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Mendes dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Mendes lands with a shot to the body.
Mendes scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Swanson doesn't seem bothered though.
Swanson throws a nice looking combination but Mendes bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Swanson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Raphael Swanson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Swanson scores with a three punch combo!
A jab from Mendes does it's job there.
Swanson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Mendes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Swanson misses with a wild combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mendes doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Swanson misses with a double jab
and Mendes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mendes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Swanson can do to turn this around?
Mendes lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sloppy strikes from Swanson . Those never looked like landing.
Swanson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Swanson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Swanson misses with the combination.
Mendes slips a jab from Swanson .
Swanson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mendes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Mendes closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Mendes dodges the punch combination from Swanson .
Swanson is breathing heavily.#CL#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mendes closes the distance and pushes Swanson back into the cage.
Mendes taking a breather.
Mendes is pushing Swanson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Mendes lands a body punch.
Mendes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Swanson 's efforts to push away.
A hook to the body from Mendes.
#T2#
A short right from Mendes on the inside.
Mendes is struggling to control the position.
Mendes lands a shot to the body.
Swanson being controlled against the cage.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Mendes here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#BC#
Mendes's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Swanson fails to land with a series of punches.
Mendes lands a head shot.#T3#
Mendes lands a body shot.
Mendes connects with a good right hand that stumbles Swanson . Swanson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Swanson misses with a double jab
and Mendes counters with a straight right hand.
Nice body punch from Mendes.
Mendes throws a shot to the body.
Swanson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A shot to the liver by Mendes. Beautiful body shot.
Mendes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Swanson throws a poor cross that misses
and Mendes counters with a straight right hand.
Mendes scores with a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mendes connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mendes.
Mendes scores with a punch to the head.
Swanson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mendes stuns Swanson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mendes paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Mendes lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swanson at a distance.
Mendes scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mendes lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#T4#
Swanson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Swanson throws a lazy uppercut
and Mendes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Mendes forces Swanson back against the cage and clinches.
Mendes stalling.
Mendes is struggling to control the position.
Mendes gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Mendes scores with a shoulder strike.
A bit of stalling here from Mendes.
Mendes lands a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The referee calls for Mendes to work.
Mendes is working Swanson over against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Mendes dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Swanson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Swanson misses with a double jab
and Mendes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mendes throws out a powerful jab.
Mendes avoids a punch combination nicely.
Swanson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mendes connects with a crisp jab.
Mendes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
No joy there for Swanson , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Swanson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL#
Mendes clinches up with Swanson and pushes him back against the cage.
Mendes stalling the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mendes lands a body punch. #BC#
Mendes breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Swanson throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Mendes to counter with a crisp jab.
Chad Mendes is winning the standup battle so far.
Mendes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Mendes fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mendes lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A shot to the liver by Mendes. Beautiful body shot.
Swanson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swanson misses with a lunging right hand
and Mendes counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL#
Mendes has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mendes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Mendes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mendes leaning against his opponent.
Mendes lands an uppercut.
Mendes stalling against the cage.
Swanson wants to get back to striking at distance but Mendes won't allow it.
#T2#
Mendes stalling against the cage.
Swanson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mendes stalling against the cage.
Mendes stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Chad Mendes.
Swanson misses with a double jab.
Swanson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Mendes does it's job there.
Mendes throws out a powerful jab.
Mendes scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Mendes throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mendes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Swanson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mendes counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mendes with a jab.
Swanson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Swanson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mendes slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mendes blocks a jab.
Swanson misses with a double jab.
Mendes punishes Swanson 's body with a nice straight punch.
Mendes scores with a jab to the jaw.
Raphael Swanson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Swanson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mendes looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mendes digs a good hook to Swanson 's body.
Mendes throws a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Swanson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Mendes lands an overhand right.
Mendes scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Swanson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mendes counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Swanson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mendes. Mendes obviously looking to wear him down.
Mendes scores with the left hand. Swanson knows he should have avoided that one.
Mendes jabs at Swanson 's body.
Swanson misses with a series of wild punches.
#T4#
Swanson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL#
Mendes has managed to clinch.
Mendes lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mendes slows down the pace here.
Chad Mendes is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mendes scores with a hook to the body.
Mendes digs a right hand underneath Swanson 's ribcage. Swanson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendes lands a shoulder strike.
The referee calls for Mendes to work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chad Mendes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mendes 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chad Mendes!
An out of breath and clearly excited Chad Mendes thanked Namunamu Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 16, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Raphael Swanson and Bobby Lawson. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Bobby Lawson was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Raphael Swanson ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Bobby Lawson!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Patrick Alders and Wagner Zegers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lawson shoots for a takedown but Swanson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lawson gets tackled into the cage by Swanson . Swanson maintains the clinch.
Lawson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lawson 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.
Swanson drops back looking for a leg! Lawson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawson manages to kick Swanson off! Swanson jumps back into Lawson's guard.
Swanson drops back looking for a leg! Lawson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawson manages to kick Swanson off! Swanson jumps back into Lawson's guard.
Swanson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Swanson stopping the sweep attempt from Lawson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawson keeps trying to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Swanson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Swanson '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.
Swanson wants to pass the guard but Lawson is keeping the position.
Lawson controls Swanson momentarily but Swanson frees himself.
Swanson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Swanson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lawson is trying to control the position but Swanson postures up.
Lawson is looking to sweep but instead, Swanson has passed into half guard.
Swanson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lawson is trying to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lawson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Swanson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Swanson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Swanson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Swanson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Swanson postures up.
Lawson pulls Swanson in close to prevent any damage.
Swanson drops back looking for a leg! Lawson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawson manages to kick Swanson off! Swanson jumps back into Lawson's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Swanson drops back looking for a leg! Lawson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawson manages to kick Swanson off! Swanson jumps back into Lawson's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swanson drops back looking for a leg! Lawson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawson manages to kick Swanson off! Swanson jumps back into Lawson's guard.
Lawson is adopting a defensive guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Swanson drops back looking for a leg! Lawson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawson manages to kick Swanson off! Swanson jumps back into Lawson's guard.
Lawson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Swanson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swanson (0) vs (2) Lawson
Swanson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lawson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Swanson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawson has managed to get both his arms back between Swanson 's legs - danger averted.
Lawson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Swanson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawson has managed to get both his arms back between Swanson 's legs - danger averted.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Swanson keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Swanson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lawson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Swanson looking for a guillotine here but Lawson defends easily.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Swanson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Swanson has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Lawson is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Swanson . Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (5) Lawson
Swanson sneaks back into half guard.
Lawson tries to pass to full mount but Swanson defends it.
Lawson works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (8) Lawson
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is looking to get to half guard.
Lawson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Swanson is looking to escape.
Swanson is trying desperately to improve position.
Swanson is working hard here to advance position.
Swanson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Swanson looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Lawson pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (11) Lawson
Swanson is looking to improve his position but Lawson isn't that keen on the idea.
Lawson tries to control but Swanson wriggling away.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Swanson stops Lawson from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Swanson regains half guard.
Swanson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Swanson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Swanson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Swanson .
Lawson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Swanson is keeping the position for now.
Lawson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Swanson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lawson is aware though and is defending well.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Swanson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Swanson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Lawson escapes and throws Swanson 's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (14) Lawson
Swanson is breathing heavily.
Swanson tries to buck Lawson off but Lawson is having none of it.
Lawson advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Swanson (0) vs (16) Lawson
Swanson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Swanson has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Swanson (0) vs (19) Lawson
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lawson is looking to control Swanson but Swanson is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Lawson controlling well, preventing Swanson from escaping the position.
Lawson tries to get the hooks in deep but Swanson pushed the leg off.
Swanson wants to escape the position.
Swanson prevents Lawson from getting a body triangle.
Swanson tries to escape but Lawson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Swanson breaks Lawson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swanson (2) vs (19) Lawson
Swanson stopping the sweep attempt from Lawson.
Swanson slips nicely into half guard.
Lawson controlling the position for now.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is trying to work for a kimura but Lawson is defending well.
Lawson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Swanson drops back looking for a leg! Lawson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawson manages to kick Swanson off! Swanson jumps back into Lawson's guard.
Swanson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lawson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lawson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lawson! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swanson (2) vs (23) Lawson
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Swanson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lawson is pressing down on Swanson 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Swanson is holding on for now.
Swanson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawson pulls his head out easily.
Swanson wants to get back to full guard.
Swanson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Swanson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lawson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Swanson keeps working.
Lawson trying to mount his opponent but Swanson defends it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawson pulls his head out easily.
Swanson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lawson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lawson's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swanson (6) vs (23) Lawson
Lawson tries to roll but Swanson sticks to his back.
Lawson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Swanson gets his way!
Swanson looking for the choke from the back.
Lawson showing good submission defense here.
Swanson has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Lawson has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Swanson avoiding Lawson 's attempts to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Lawson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Swanson is persistently looking for the submission but Lawson is defending it well.
Swanson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is looking for the choke from the back position but Lawson is controlling his hands well.
Lawson wants to control his opponent's hands but Swanson gets his hands free.
Lawson showing good submission defense here.
Swanson is trying to stick to Lawson's back but Lawson is turning into Swanson . He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Swanson 's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Lawson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swanson (6) vs (25) Lawson
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Swanson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lawson defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lawson wins on points by 25 to 6.
A very excited looking Bobby Lawson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D4): New York Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Raphael Swanson and William Ryder. Ryder has chosen Country Boy by Aaron Lewis as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Raphael Swanson ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; William Ryder!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Russell Pearce and Dean Styles.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Swanson darts in and clinches Ryder up against the cage.
Ryder has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Swanson clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Swanson (0) vs (4) Ryder
Swanson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swanson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Swanson gets back to full guard.
Ryder got a little sloppy there for a moment and Swanson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ryder has managed to get both his arms back between Swanson 's legs - danger averted.
We've been hearing good reports from Swanson '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.
Ryder really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Swanson . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Swanson looking for a sweep. Not yet Swanson , not yet.
Swanson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ryder can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Swanson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Swanson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ryder defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ryder thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Swanson is looking for a triangle but Ryder pushes his legs off easily.
Ryder works a leg free and moves into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ryder seems to be working for a kimura but Swanson defends the submission attempt.
Ryder is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Swanson defends it well.
Swanson looking for submissions off his back.
Ryder is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Swanson is just riding it out for now. Ryder eventually gives up the hold.
Swanson actively working from the bottom here.
Swanson looking for submissions off his back.
Swanson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Swanson looking for submissions off his back.
Ryder is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Swanson defends it well.
Swanson looking for submissions off his back.
Swanson is looking for a sweep. Ryder is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Swanson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ryder pulls his head out easily.
Swanson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ryder pulls his head out easily.
Ryder is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ryder 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ryder is looking to advance position but Swanson won't allow it.
Swanson manages to get to full guard.
Ryder avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Swanson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ryder doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ryder manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Swanson looking for a guillotine here but Ryder defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Swanson looking for a guillotine here but Ryder defends easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ryder tries to free his leg and advance position but Swanson is retaining full guard.
Swanson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ryder has passed into half guard!
Ryder is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Swanson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Swanson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ryder is working for a submission of some sort.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Swanson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Swanson keeping full guard, as Ryder tries to pass.
Ryder 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.
Ryder tries to free his leg and advance position but Swanson is retaining full guard.
Swanson has his foot on Ryder's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ryder works his way back into a safe position though.
Ryder avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ryder looking to pass the guard.
Ryder got a little sloppy there for a moment and Swanson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ryder has managed to get both his arms back between Swanson 's legs - danger averted.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ryder defends well.
Ryder looking to pass the guard.
Swanson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ryder gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ryder trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Swanson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ryder has picked Swanson up and slammed him! Swanson can't keep hold of the triangle and Ryder manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (7) Ryder
Ryder tries for a kimura but Swanson is defending well.
Ryder is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Swanson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Swanson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Swanson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Swanson looking for submissions off his back.
Swanson wants to improve his position but Ryder is controlling well.
Swanson is defending against the submission attempts here by Ryder.
Swanson actively working from the bottom here.
Ryder wants to pass the guard but Swanson is defending well.
Ryder works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (10) Ryder
Swanson is desperately trying to improve his position but Ryder has a good base and remains in mount.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ryder wants to take Swanson 's back here but Swanson is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Ryder wants to finish this one by submission but Swanson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Ryder.
Swanson gets back to half guard.
Swanson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ryder is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Swanson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ryder is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Swanson is trying to get back to full guard.
Swanson actively working from the bottom here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ryder pulls his head out easily.
Swanson is breathing heavily.
Swanson looking for submissions off his back.
Ryder is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Swanson is pressing down on Ryder's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ryder 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.
Swanson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ryder can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ryder must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ryder thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Swanson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ryder stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Swanson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Swanson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Swanson keeping full guard, as Ryder tries to pass.
Ryder drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ryder jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ryder pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Swanson is keeping the position for now.
Swanson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Swanson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ryder gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Swanson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ryder drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ryder jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Swanson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ryder forces his way into half guard.
Ryder is pressing down on Swanson 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Swanson is holding on for now.
Swanson moves into full guard.
Swanson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ryder slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (13) Ryder
Swanson tries to bench press Ryder off him but Ryder keeps the position.
Ryder is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Swanson has escaped the position, nice work there.
Swanson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ryder off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swanson (4) vs (13) Ryder
Ryder has hold of Swanson 's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.
Ryder manages to reverse the position and now he's in Swanson 's guard. Nice work there by Ryder.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swanson (4) vs (15) Ryder
Swanson pushes a forearm under Ryder's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Ryder is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Raphael Swanson !
Raphael Swanson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, William Ryder stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am sorry next time I will break his arm'. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D4): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ken Wormst and Raphael Swanson . Wormst comes to the cage accompanied by Village People - YMCA. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ken Wormst! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Raphael Swanson !
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, David Schapiro and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Swanson has Wormst up against the cage in a clinch.
Wormst is trying to pull guard but Swanson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Wormst changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Swanson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wormst shoots in but no luck this time.
Swanson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ken Wormst. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Swanson tries to clinch but Wormst moves out of range.
Swanson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Swanson stuffs the takedown.
Swanson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Swanson tries to clinch but Wormst is having none of it.
Swanson tries to clinch up but Wormst circles away and keeps his distance.
Swanson tries to clinch up.
Raphael Swanson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wormst moves into the clinch successfully.
Swanson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Swanson gets control of Wormst's arms and successfully pulls guard. Swanson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swanson is looking to cinch up a triangle. Wormst throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Swanson 's body to avoid the submission. Swanson has instead reached around Wormst's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Swanson arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Raphael Swanson !
An out of breath Raphael Swanson 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:
DUEL#10 Ponjev vs Silver
Date: Sep 04, 2016 |
#R1#
Swanson takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Lopatin slips under a jab.
Swanson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lopatin.
As Swanson backs away, Lopatin returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lopatin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Swanson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Swanson tries to bum rush Lopatin with a series of wild strikes but Lopatin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lopatin dodges the punch combination from Swanson .
We've been told by Lopatin's head coaches at Abobomination Training that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Swanson misses with a wild combination.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Swanson , as that shot connected.
Lopatin throws a head kick that misses.
Swanson misses with a series of wild punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
No joy there for Swanson , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Raphael Swanson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lopatin throws a push kick but Swanson slaps the foot to one side.
A combination from Swanson does no damage.
Jab, jab by Swanson - just one landing. #CL#
Lopatin takes the fight into the clinch.
Lopatin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T1#
Lopatin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Lopatin breaks from the clinch.
Lopatin throws a sloppy head kick and Swanson moves out of range easily.
Swanson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lopatin.
It looked like Lopatin was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Swanson throws a series of punches but Lopatin avoids them all with ease.
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Lopatin got wobbled bad by a big combination! Swanson presses forward with punches and knees until Lopatin stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Lopatin closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Raphael Swanson !
Raphael Swanson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
DUEL#6 Xezeron vs Longshanks
Date: Aug 06, 2016 |
#R1#
Swanson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Swanson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Atkins misses with an uppercut.
Swanson misses with a double jab.
No joy there for Swanson , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Swanson misses with a wild combination.
Swanson cracks Atkins with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Susan Atkins has been cut.
Atkins throws a hook but Swanson avoids it easily.
A jab from Swanson does it's job there.#ROC2#
Atkins is rocked!
Are you kidding me?! Swanson ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Atkins clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Raphael Swanson !
After winning the bout, Raphael Swanson thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D4): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 14, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Raphael Swanson and Sebastion Gorfu. Raphael Swanson is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Raphael Swanson ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sebastion Gorfu!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Stewart Dunkirk and Robert Twigg.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Gorfu rushes Swanson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gorfu pulls guard effortlessly.
Gorfu can't keep his opponent in guard - Swanson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gorfu gets full guard.
Swanson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gorfu looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gorfu looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gorfu! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swanson (0) vs (4) Gorfu
A lull in the action here as Gorfu stalls from top position.
Swanson tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swanson sneaks back into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Swanson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gorfu pulls his head out easily.
Swanson actively working from the bottom here.
Gorfu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Gorfu is continuing to stall.
Swanson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gorfu pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gorfu passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Swanson ! Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (0) vs (7) Gorfu
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gorfu controlling his opponent.
Swanson is working to get back to half guard.
Gorfu is looking to work his way around to Swanson 's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Swanson is desperately trying to improve his position but Gorfu has a good base and remains in mount.
Gorfu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gorfu manages to capitalize on a mistake by Swanson to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Swanson (0) vs (10) Gorfu
Swanson tries to roll but Gorfu sticks to his back.
Swanson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Gorfu gets his way!
Swanson tries to escape but Gorfu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Gorfu is trying to stick to Swanson 's back but Swanson is turning into Gorfu. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Gorfu's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Swanson . Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swanson (2) vs (10) Gorfu
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gorfu has his foot on Swanson 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Swanson works his way back into a safe position though.
Swanson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Gorfu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gorfu told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Gorfu keeping full guard, as Swanson tries to pass.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Swanson has gone for a leg lock! Gorfu slips out almost immediately though and dives into Swanson 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swanson (2) vs (12) Gorfu
Gorfu passes Swanson 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gorfu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Swanson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Swanson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gorfu is pushing down on Swanson 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Swanson is fighting to maintain full guard but Gorfu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Swanson looking for submissions off his back.
Swanson actively working from the bottom here.
Gorfu is controlling the pace.
Swanson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Gorfu has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Swanson (2) vs (15) Gorfu
Swanson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gorfu controlling from the full mount.
Gorfu prevents Swanson from getting the reversal.
Gorfu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Swanson can't escape the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gorfu fails to take his opponent's back.
Swanson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gorfu controlling his opponent.
Swanson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Swanson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gorfu.
Gorfu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Swanson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Swanson (2) vs (18) Gorfu
Gorfu keeps control of the position easily here as Swanson tries to buck him off.
Gorfu tightening his grip on Swanson , looking for the choke.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Swanson tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Swanson is trying to defend against the choke here but Gorfu has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Gorfu Tightens the hold and Swanson taps out furiously! Gorfu displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sebastion Gorfu!
A victorious Sebastion Gorfu 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:
TWGC 11 (155lbs, D4): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 18, 2016 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Grapple and Raphael Swanson . Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mr Grapple! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Raphael Swanson !
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Tiny Johnson and Daniel Franklin.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Swanson tries to keep at a distance but Grapple has taken the fight into the clinch.
Grapple has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Swanson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Grapple drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Swanson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Grapple tries to pull guard but Swanson won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mr Grapple. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Swanson pulls Grapple into guard.
Swanson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Grapple trying to control but Swanson is working from the bottom.
Grapple looking to sit in guard and control but Swanson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grapple (0) vs (2) Swanson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grapple looking for a triangle here. Swanson is fighting it but it looks tight! Grapple pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Swanson is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mr Grapple! |
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Event:
HFC Challengers 73
Date: Apr 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Swanson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#KD#
and Chelios Jr counters with a crisp one two that drops Swanson ! Chelios Jr thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Swanson to his feet! Swanson is in big trouble!
Swanson throws a combination that misses
and Chelios Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Swanson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Chelios Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Swanson off balance momentarily.
Chelios Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Swanson . Swanson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Chelios Jr dodges the punch combination from Swanson .
Swanson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Swanson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
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!
Swanson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Swanson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Swanson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chelios Jr counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Swanson badly! Chelios Jr follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Swanson out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Chelios Jr finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Chev Chelios Jr!
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