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Event:
CWC 288 - Los Angeles
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 26 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Joe Tidd!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tidd throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Holzken's waist but Holzken gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tidd off to one side.
Tidd fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Tidd shoots in and gets a takedown into Holzken's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Tidd
Holzken wants to improve his position but instead Tidd has moved into half guard.
#SUB#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tidd pulls his head out easily.
Tidd wants to take a breather but Holzken is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tidd pulls his head out easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Holzken keeping control of the position.
Tidd works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (5) Tidd#T1#
Holzken sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Holzken trying to hold on to Tidd's head to control him but Tidd postures up.
Tidd is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Holzken! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (8) Tidd
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.
Tidd can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Holzken is looking to escape.
Tidd tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Holzken is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Holzken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tidd is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tidd wants to control but Holzken is keeping him busy.
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Tidd has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3##SUB#
Holzken actively working from the bottom here.
Tidd trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Holzken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Tidd trying to control from half guard but Holzken is working away.
Tidd tries to pass to full mount but Holzken defends it. #SUB2#
Tidd looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tidd pulls his head out easily. #T4##SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
Tidd is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Holzken! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (11) Tidd
Tidd moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (0) vs (14) Tidd#SUB2#
Tidd patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tidd controlling well, preventing Holzken from escaping the position.
#SUB2#
Tidd seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Holzken's chin but Holzken turns very nicely into Tidd's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Holzken.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (14) Tidd#T5#
Tidd is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Holzken pushing down on Tidd's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tidd trying to control from the bottom.
Holzken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tidd! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (14) Tidd#SUB#
Holzken is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Tidd has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Tidd! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (5) vs (16) Tidd#T6#
Tidd wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Tidd looking to pass the guard.
Tidd trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Tidd pushes down on Holzken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tidd is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.#T7#
Holzken works his way to full guard. Good work.
Holzken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tidd is one step ahead there.
Tidd wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving. #SUB#
Holzken has his feet on Tidd's thighs here. He's pushed Tidd off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Tidd screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rodney Holzken!
During a confident post fight interview, Rodney Holzken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 285 LA
Date: Dec 05, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 25 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Rap Tori!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tori tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Holzken swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Tori dives in and scores a takedown into Holzken's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Tori
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Tori from controlling successfully.
My spies in KFA inform me that Tori has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Holzken has his foot on Tori's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tori works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Holzken working for a triangle but Tori defends it easily.
Holzken is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tori stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tori defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tori got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tori has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Tori wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving. #SUB#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tori defends it easily.#SUB#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tori defends it easily.#SUB#
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Holzken has his foot on Tori's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tori works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Holzken pulls Tori in close to his closed guard and prevents Tori from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tori defends it easily.#SUB#
Holzken looking for subs off his back but Tori has passed one foot through into half guard.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard but Tori has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (5) Tori
Tori is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Tori might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Holzken haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tori working away.
Holzken is looking for a sweep.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Tori has control of an arm but Holzken manages to advance to Tori's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (4) vs (5) Tori
Tori tries to break free.
#SUB#
Tori fending off the submission attempt from Holzken. #SUB#
Tori defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Holzken's arms. #T4#
Tori tries to break free.
#SUB#
Holzken looking to break Tori's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Tori remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Holzken will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Holzken tries to keep control of the position but Tori is staying busy.#SUB#
Holzken patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Holzken tightening his grip on Tori, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Holzken is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Tori is defending well though. Holzken let's go of the attempt for now.#T5#
Tori trying to control the action but Holzken just sinks the hooks in.
Holzken trying to control momentarily.
Tori rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Tori is controlling Holzken's trapped leg to prevent Holzken from advancing to side control.#T6#
Holzken moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (7) vs (5) Tori
Tori is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Tori prevents Holzken from moving into mount.
Tori sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Tori makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tori.#T7#
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Tori is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tori swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Holzken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tori is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tori moves into full guard.
#T8#
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Tori is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tori lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (7) vs (7) Tori
Holzken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tori is one step ahead there.
Tori not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Holzken looking for subs off his back but Tori has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T9#
Holzken has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tori is working away from the top position though.
Tori with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Holzken manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tori advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (7) vs (10) Tori
Holzken is trying to improve his position.#T10#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Tori tries to move into full mount but can't pass Holzken's legs.
Holzken wants to control but Tori postures up.
Holzken is trying to improve his position.
Holzken stops Tori from passing to mount.
Tori working away.
Holzken is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T11#
Tori working away.
Holzken is being controlled here.
Holzken manages to get back to half guard.
Holzken tries to roll over but Tori keeps him under control.
Tori is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tori is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Holzken! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (7) vs (13) Tori
Tori content just to control the position here. #T12#
Tori trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Holzken tries to lock up and control but Tori gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Holzken manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Holzken tries to roll over but Tori keeps him under control.
Holzken won't allow Tori to pass to mount. #T13#
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Tori is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Tori is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Tori is taking a breather. Holzken says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Tori is looking to stall here but Holzken recovers full guard.
Holzken being controlled here, momentarily. #T14##SUB#
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tori gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tori defends well.
Tori forces his way into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken tries to roll over but Tori keeps him under control.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tori wins on points by 13 to 7.
Rap Tori bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CWC 282
Date: Nov 14, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 24 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Rap Tori!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Luis Engracia and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tori fails to land the takedown.
Holzken tries to counter with a takedown but Tori is quick to defend against it.#CL#
Holzken gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Holzken gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tori.
Holzken is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tori is defending well.
Holzken goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tori prevents it.
Tori has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Holzken avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Rodney Holzken has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rap Tori.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Holzken pulls guard.
Tori wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Tori engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Tori avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1#
Tori passes Holzken's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Holzken gets full guard.#SUB#
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tori can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tori trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Tori stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position. #T2##SUB#
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Holzken looking for subs off his back but Tori has passed one foot through into half guard.
Holzken wants to improve his position but Tori is controlling well.
Holzken manages to get to full guard.
Tori controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3##SUB#
Holzken is looking for a triangle but Tori pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tori passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
My spies in KFA inform me that Tori has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T4##SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken regains full guard. Nicely done.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tori controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Holzken trying to keep a closed guard but Tori is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Holzken has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tori 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 Holzken. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (3) Tori
Tori is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Holzken tries to improve position but can't.
Holzken is not content to let Tori control the position.
Holzken is looking to regain half guard here but Tori keeps moving and retains side control.
Holzken regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tori passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (6) Tori
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.#T6#
Holzken is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Holzken wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (0) vs (9) Tori
Holzken breaks Tori's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (9) Tori
Tori 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.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Tori is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tori is trying to keep Holzken in close.
Tori is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T7#
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Tori keeps moving.
Tori looking for a sweep. Not yet Tori, not yet.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Tori is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tori manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Holzken manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (11) Tori
Holzken controls Tori momentarily but Tori frees himself. #SUB#
Holzken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tori is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Holzken working for a triangle but Tori defends it easily.
#T8##SUB#
Holzken isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Tori stacks Holzken on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Tori! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (2) vs (14) Tori
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Holzken stops Tori from passing to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tori controls the position.
Holzken is looking to regain half guard here but Tori keeps moving and retains side control.
Holzken prevents Tori from moving into mount. #T9#
Tori is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken is looking for a sweep.
Tori advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (2) vs (16) Tori
Holzken regains half guard.
Tori passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (2) vs (19) Tori
Holzken wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (2) vs (22) Tori#T10#
Holzken wants to escape the position.
Tori wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.
Tori is trying to stick to Holzken's back but Holzken is turning into Tori. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tori's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Holzken. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (22) Tori
Tori wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Holzken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tori's guard.
Holzken is trying to control. Tori wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken stalling. #T11##SUB#
Tori is defending against the submission attempts here by Holzken.
#SUB#
Holzken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tori sees it coming and defends easily.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Tori is working away. #SUB#
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Tori is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T12#
Tori desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tori defends it well.
Tori is trying to control but can't.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Tori defending well. #SUB#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tori is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold. #T13#
Holzken is controlling the pace.
Holzken seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Tori for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Tori still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Tori has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (4) vs (26) Tori#T14#
Tori works to advance to full mount. Holzken defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (4) vs (28) Tori
Holzken is squirming around, avoiding Tori's attempts to control the action.
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tori wins on points by 28 to 4.
Rap Tori spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
CWC 279.5 - Rocky Horror Roll
Date: Oct 31, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 11 losses; Chan Siam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 23 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Siam is defended easily by Holzken.#TD#
Siam shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Holzken manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Siam (2) vs (0) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Siam defends well.#SUB2#
Siam got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Siam has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Holzken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Siam is aware though and is defending well.
Siam sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Holzken's guard. #SUB2#
Holzken actively working from the bottom here.
Holzken 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.#T1#
Siam trying to pass the guard but Holzken defending well.
Siam controlling the action here.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
Holzken tries to roll over but Siam keeps him under control.
Siam is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Siam prevents Holzken from improving his position.#T2#
Siam perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Holzken is trying to maintain the position but Siam is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Siam moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Holzken. Score +3 for passing guard: Siam (5) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is looking for a sweep.
Siam is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Siam has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Siam (7) vs (0) Holzken
Siam looking to control but Holzken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.
Siam takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Holzken tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Siam (10) vs (0) Holzken
Siam has the hooks in. Holzken is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
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.
#T4#
Holzken wants to control his opponent's hands but Siam gets his hands free.
Siam controls the position.
Holzken wants to escape the position.
Holzken prevents Siam from getting a body triangle.
Holzken tries to escape but Siam has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T5#
Siam controlling from the back.
Holzken can't escape the position.
Siam trying to control.
Siam has good solid back control here.
Holzken tries to break free.
#T6#
I would not like to be Holzken right now.
Holzken tries to roll but Siam sticks to his back.
Holzken breaks Siam's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Siam (10) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken is fighting to break Siam's control of his arms but Siam is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Siam is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Holzken sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T7#
Siam is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Siam seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Siam might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Siam looking to control.
Siam is pulling down on Holzken's head. It's preventing any offense from Holzken, at least for the moment.
Siam keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Siam tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T8#
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Siam is retaining full guard.
Siam looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holzken is one step ahead there.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken looking to sit in guard and control but Siam gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Siam (12) vs (2) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T9#
Holzken wants to improve his position but instead Siam has moved into half guard.
Siam stalling.
Holzken is looking to control Siam's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?
Holzken tries to roll over but Siam keeps him under control.#T10#
Siam tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Siam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Siam controlling the pace.
Holzken moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Siam gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T11#
Siam stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Holzken wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Holzken 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.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a triangle here but Siam uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Siam (15) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken is trying to improve his position.#T12#
Siam advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Siam (17) vs (2) Holzken
Siam tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Holzken tries to hold on but Siam postures up.
Siam fails to advance to Holzken's back.
Holzken is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Siam tries to control but Holzken wriggling away.
Holzken is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T13#
Siam controlling from mount.
Siam's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Holzken is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Holzken is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Holzken bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Siam (17) vs (4) Holzken
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Siam is keeping the position.
Holzken looking to sit in guard and control but Siam gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Siam (19) vs (4) Holzken
Siam won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken wants to improve his position but instead Siam has moved into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Siam takes the fight on points by 19 to 4.
A relieved looking Chan Siam 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:
CWC 273
Date: Oct 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 14 losses; Able Archer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 23 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Edson Gomes and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Holzken closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Archer (0) vs (2) Holzken
My spies in Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Archer defending well.
Archer is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Archer'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.
Holzken is trying to control. Archer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Archer wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Archer is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Archer! Score +3 for passing guard: Archer (0) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Archer wants to control but Holzken is having none of it.
Archer really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Holzken mounts Archer! Really nice guard pass there! #T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Archer working to try and regain half guard.
Archer tries to control Holzken's body but Holzken pushes him off. Archer squirms to his side and now Holzken has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Archer (0) vs (8) Holzken
Archer trying to control the hands but Holzken won't let him. #SUB2#
Holzken is persistently looking for the submission but Archer is defending it well.
Archer turns into Holzken and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Archer (2) vs (8) Holzken#T3#
Archer trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Archer passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Archer (5) vs (8) Holzken#SUB#
Archer tries for a kimura but Holzken is defending well. #SUB#
Archer is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Holzken is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Holzken tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Archer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Holzken is looking to regain half guard here but Archer keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Archer passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Holzken! Score +2 for reaching mount: Archer (7) vs (8) Holzken
Archer seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Holzken is holding on tight.
Archer is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Archer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Archer eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Holzken is defending against the submission attempts here by Archer.
Archer is trying to control the action in half guard but Holzken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T5#
Holzken trying to hold on to Archer's head to control him but Archer postures up.
#SUB#
Archer seems to be working for a kimura but Holzken defends the submission attempt.
Archer moves into full mount! Holzken won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Archer (10) vs (8) Holzken
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Holzken tries to lock up and control but Archer gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Archer wants to take his opponent's back but Holzken doesn't allow it. #T6#
Holzken is trying to escape the mount.
Holzken tries to hold on but Archer postures up.
Archer tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Holzken bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Archer (10) vs (10) Holzken
Archer lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Archer (12) vs (10) Holzken#SUB2#
Archer is posturing up here but Holzken has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Archer tries to roll out but it's too tight and Archer has to tap! Slick submission there by Holzken!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rodney Holzken!
An out of breath Rodney Holzken 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:
CWC 257
Date: Aug 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 22 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 19 losses; Ishiihara Sakuraba!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Thiago Cunha and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Holzken darts in and clinches Sakuraba up against the cage.
Holzken stops a takedown attempt from Sakuraba.
Sakuraba wants to take the fight to the mat but Holzken manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Holzken jumps into guard, dragging Sakuraba to the mat.
Sakuraba trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Sakuraba has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Clark's Champion's. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Holzken has his hands on Sakuraba's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sakuraba gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sakuraba's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sakuraba trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a triangle here but Sakuraba uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (3) Sakuraba#T1#
You can see the frustration on Holzken's face as Sakuraba controls the position.
Sakuraba tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Sakuraba takes a little break here. Holzken wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Holzken is looking to reverse the position.
Sakuraba tries to move to mount but Holzken blocks the move with his legs.
Holzken is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sakuraba's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Sakuraba has control of the leg. #T2#
Sakuraba is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken is trying to maintain the position but Sakuraba is very close to passing his half guard.
Sakuraba keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Holzken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Holzken manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sakuraba slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a triangle here but Sakuraba uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (6) Sakuraba#T3#
Holzken is letting Sakuraba control him for a moment.
Sakuraba tries to move into full mount but can't pass Holzken's legs.
Holzken struggling a bit here.
Sakuraba wants to control but Holzken is keeping him busy.
Sakuraba controls the position from side control.
Holzken is looking for a sweep.#T4#
A lull in the action here as Sakuraba stalls from top position.
Sakuraba tries to move into full mount but can't pass Holzken's legs.
Sakuraba trying to control the position but Holzken is working away.
Holzken is looking for a sweep.
Holzken is trying to work for a sweep but Sakuraba has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (0) vs (8) Sakuraba
Holzken tries to lock up and control but Sakuraba gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sakuraba sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sakuraba seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Holzken is holding on tight.
#T5#
Sakuraba takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sakuraba tries to control but Holzken wriggling away.
Holzken is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken is trying to reverse the position but instead Sakuraba has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (0) vs (11) Sakuraba
I would not like to be Holzken right now.
Holzken turns into Sakuraba and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (11) Sakuraba
Sakuraba tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Holzken postures up.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Sakuraba is keeping the position.#T6#
Sakuraba wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sakuraba looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sakuraba lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (13) Sakuraba
Holzken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sakuraba's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (13) Sakuraba
Holzken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holzken's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sakuraba swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Holzken being controlled here momentarily.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Sakuraba is retaining full guard.
Holzken looking to sit in guard and control but Sakuraba gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (15) Sakuraba
Holzken 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.
Holzken trying to control the position.
Sakuraba looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Sakuraba controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Holzken has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sakuraba 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 Holzken. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (4) vs (18) Sakuraba
Sakuraba is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sakuraba content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Holzken tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sakuraba wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T9##SUB2#
Sakuraba wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Holzken, who protects the arm well.
Sakuraba wants to control but Holzken is keeping him busy.
Holzken is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Holzken looking for a sweep but Sakuraba has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (4) vs (20) Sakuraba#T10#
Sakuraba tries to control but Holzken wriggling away.
Sakuraba is looking to work his way around to Holzken's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Sakuraba mounts Holzken! Really nice guard pass there!
Holzken is desperately trying to improve his position but Sakuraba has a good base and remains in mount.
Holzken tries to lock up and control but Sakuraba gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.
Sakuraba sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Holzken is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sakuraba tries to control but Holzken wriggling away.
Holzken is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Sakuraba has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (4) vs (23) Sakuraba
Sakuraba tries to keep control of the position but Holzken is staying busy.
Holzken tries to escape but Sakuraba has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Holzken preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sakuraba. #T12##SUB2#
Sakuraba working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Sakuraba is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Holzken looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sakuraba.
#SUB2#
Sakuraba working for the choke. #T13#
Sakuraba trying to control.
Holzken tries to break free.
Well,Holzken is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Sakuraba has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Holzken's body.
Sakuraba keeps control of the position as Holzken tries to break free.
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.#T14#
Sakuraba has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Holzken showing good submission defense here.
Holzken is trying to break free.
Sakuraba is riding his opponent, not letting Holzken buck him off.
Sakuraba is not going to allow Holzken to sit and survive in this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sakuraba controls the action.
Sakuraba is hanging on to Holzken's back as he tries to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sakuraba wins on points by 23 to 4.
A less than humble Ishiihara Sakuraba misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
CWC 254
Date: Aug 15, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 24 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 21 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Felipe Paraventi and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Morrison darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (0) Holzken
Morrison trying to pass the guard but Holzken defending well.
Morrison moves into full mount! Holzken won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (5) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is looking to improve his position but Morrison isn't that keen on the idea.
Holzken 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.
Holzken is squirming around, avoiding Morrison's attempts to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morrison pulls his head out easily.
Holzken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Morrison's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Morrison's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Morrison (5) vs (4) Holzken#T1#
Holzken is looking to control Morrison but Morrison is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Holzken really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Morrison.
Morrison prevents Holzken from getting a body triangle.
Morrison rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison is not content to let Holzken control the position.#T2#
Holzken prevents Morrison from improving his position.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Morrison defends it.
Morrison tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Holzken wants to take a breather but Morrison is having none of it. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Morrison gets full guard.
Morrison bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Holzken's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (7) vs (4) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Morrison can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Holzken is trying to control the position but Morrison postures up.
Morrison stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position.
Morrison really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Holzken throws his legs up looking for a submission but Morrison uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (10) vs (4) Holzken
Holzken tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Morrison wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Morrison is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Holzken tries to roll over but Morrison keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Morrison is looking for a kimura here.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Morrison has control of the leg. #T5#
Holzken gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Holzken looking for a guillotine here but Morrison defends easily.
#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a triangle but Morrison pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Holzken working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morrison doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Morrison manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Morrison defends it easily.#T6##SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Morrison is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully. #T7##SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Holzken is trying to control the position but Morrison postures up.
Morrison trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morrison preventing the sweep.
Holzken can't keep his opponent in guard - Morrison advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken trying to hold on to Morrison's head to control him but Morrison postures up.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Morrison has control of the leg. #T8#
Morrison passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (13) vs (4) Holzken
Morrison trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom. #T9#
Holzken is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Morrison is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Holzken has escaped the position, nice work there.
Holzken tries to improve position but can't.
Holzken is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Morrison trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken tries to buck Morrison off but Morrison is having none of it.#T10#
Holzken is letting Morrison control him for a moment.
Morrison moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Morrison (15) vs (4) Holzken
Morrison looking to control but Holzken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T11#
Morrison wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Morrison content just to control the position here.
Holzken wants to hold on but Morrison pushes him away.
Holzken is wriggling around trying to escape.
Morrison wants to control the pace but Holzken is squirming around nicely.
Holzken is in all sorts of trouble here.
Morrison can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Holzken is looking to escape. #T12#
Morrison is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Holzken is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Holzken manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Holzken is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Morrison tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken trying to hold on to Morrison's head to control him but Morrison postures up.
#SUB2#
Holzken actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Morrison has latched onto it... Big trouble! Morrison pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Holzken is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Morrison!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). David Morrison!
An out of breath David Morrison 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:
CWC TEST 5
Date: Aug 06, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 12 losses; Darian Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 21 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Luis Engracia and Emerson Jorge.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Cruz shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Holzken as he avoids it easily.
Cruz has been working on his balance at Shao Kahns Training Facility, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Holzken.
Holzken displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cruz.
And Holzken tries to counter it with a takedown but Cruz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
No luck for Cruz with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darian Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cruz misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Holzken darts in and clinches Cruz up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Cruz jumps guard and drags Holzken to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Cruz has his foot on Holzken's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Holzken works his way back into a safe position though.
Holzken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Cruz's guard. #T1#
Cruz is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cruz keeps working.
Cruz regains full guard. Nicely done.
Cruz has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Holzken has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (0) vs (3) Holzken
Cruz prevents Holzken from improving position.
Holzken wants to control but Cruz is keeping him busy.
My spies in Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cruz is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cruz keeps working.
Holzken tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Cruz is trying to improve his position.
Cruz wants to control but Holzken postures up.
Holzken wants to control but Cruz is keeping him busy.
Cruz tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.#T3#
Holzken tries to advance to mount but Cruz denies him.
Holzken wants to control but Cruz is keeping him busy.
Cruz is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Holzken thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Holzken tries to advance to mount but Cruz denies him. #SUB2#
Holzken is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cruz is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cruz sneaks back into half guard.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Cruz defends it. #T4#
Cruz wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Holzken wants to pass to mount but Cruz is defending the position.
Cruz tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Cruz is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Cruz (4) vs (3) Holzken
Cruz controlling well, preventing Holzken from escaping the position.
Holzken turns into Cruz and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (4) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Cruz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Holzken can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holzken trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom. #T5#
Holzken slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cruz is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken is pressing down on Cruz's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cruz is holding on for now.
Holzken is thwarting Cruz's attempts to control the position.
Cruz tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.#T6#
Cruz is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Cruz is pressing down on Holzken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cruz pulls Holzken in close to his closed guard and prevents Holzken from doing any damage or advancing position.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cruz is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Holzken engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Cruz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Cruz is looking for a triangle but Holzken pushes his legs off easily.
Holzken stands and throws Cruz's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (4) vs (8) Holzken
Cruz gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Cruz (4) vs (10) Holzken
Holzken trying to control but Cruz is having none of it. #T8#
Cruz is looking to improve his position but Holzken isn't that keen on the idea.
Cruz is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken avoids the attempt from Cruz to control.
Holzken moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Cruz (4) vs (13) Holzken
Holzken doesn't have the hooks in and Cruz manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (6) vs (13) Holzken
Holzken controls Cruz momentarily but Cruz frees himself. #SUB2#
Holzken has his foot on Cruz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cruz works his way back into a safe position though.#T9##SUB2#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Holzken working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cruz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cruz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cruz is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T10#
Cruz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Holzken's guard.
Holzken moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Cruz postures up.
#SUB2#
Holzken has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Cruz 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 Holzken. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (9) vs (13) Holzken
Holzken is trying to improve his position.#T11#
Holzken is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Holzken is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Cruz's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Holzken is not content to let Cruz control the position.
Cruz wants to pass the guard but Holzken is defending well.
Holzken is pressing down on Cruz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken wants to sweep here but Cruz controlling him for the moment. #T12#
Cruz controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Holzken has his foot on Cruz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cruz works his way back into a safe position though.
Cruz trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Cruz wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Cruz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Cruz preventing the sweep. #T13#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Holzken is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (9) vs (15) Holzken
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cruz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Cruz keeps moving.
Holzken slips nicely into half guard.
Cruz moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Cruz looking for a guillotine here but Holzken defends easily.
Cruz trying to keep a closed guard but Holzken is proving a slippery customer.
#T14#
Cruz wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Cruz managing to control the position.
Holzken passes Cruz's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken prevents Cruz from improving his position.
Holzken is thwarting Cruz's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 15 to 9.
During a confident post fight interview, Rodney Holzken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 232
Date: Jul 25, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Louis C K! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 21 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Robert Douchet and Alec Ball.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken leaves C K with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Holzken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
C K has a takedown stuffed.
C K tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Holzken defends well and C K ends up having to push Holzken into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Louis C K. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Holzken works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: C K (0) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but C K is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
C K controlling Holzken's posture.
C K lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: C K (2) vs (2) Holzken
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Holzken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. C K is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
C K 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.
C K has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Holzken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Holzken working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. C K doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. C K manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
C K is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
C K's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2##SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Holzken is trying to keep C K in close.
#SUB2#
Holzken has his foot on C K's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. C K works his way back into a safe position though.
Holzken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in C K's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: C K (2) vs (4) Holzken
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but C K is retaining full guard.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but C K is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
C K is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Holzken's corner is telling him to maintain position.
It looks like Holzken might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
C K pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but C K is keeping the position.
My spies in Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Holzken wants to control from the top but C K keeps moving. #T4#
Holzken might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control C K haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
C K controlling the position.#T5#
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Holzken stands and throws C K's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: C K (2) vs (7) Holzken
Holzken wants to control but C K is keeping him busy.
C K is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it. #T6#
C K is looking to reverse the position.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but C K is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Holzken is trying to get an arm triangle but C K is defending well. #SUB2#
Holzken swings around for an armbar but C K sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Holzken's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: C K (4) vs (7) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken has his foot on C K's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. C K works his way back into a safe position though.#T7##SUB2#
Holzken working for submissions but it's allowed C K to get to half guard.
C K prevents Holzken from improving his position.
C K wants to pass to mount but Holzken is defending the position.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken keeping control of the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Holzken manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T8##SUB2#
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but C K can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but C K can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Holzken has his foot on C K's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. C K works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for a guillotine here but C K defends easily.
Holzken looking for a sweep. Not yet Holzken, not yet. #T9#
Holzken being controlled here, momentarily.
Holzken is looking to sweep but instead, C K has passed into half guard.
Still in half guard, C K seems content to control.
C K tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken trying to hold on to C K's head to control him but C K postures up.
Holzken makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Holzken.#T10#
C K stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
C K 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.
Holzken looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but C K can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
C K trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken being controlled here, momentarily. #T11#
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a triangle but C K pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
C K got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, C K has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
C K controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and C K defends well.
C K slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T12#
Holzken trying to keep a closed guard but C K is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a triangle but C K pushes his legs off easily.
C K pushes down on Holzken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Holzken makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Holzken.
C K postures up.
#T13#
C K preventing the sweep.
C K pushes down on Holzken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. C K is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
C K stalling. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but C K pulls his head out easily.
C K looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T14#
Holzken is looking for a sweep. C K is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
C K wants to free his trapped foot but Holzken is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but C K pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 7 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Rodney Holzken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 227
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
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 11 wins and 17 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 21 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken stuffs the takedown attempt from Boesku. Boesku gets slowly back to his feet.
Holzken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD#
Boesku scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Holzken is pressing down on Boesku's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Boesku is now in half guard.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Holzken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura but Holzken is defending well.
#T1##SUB2#
Holzken has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Boesku. Oh but Holzken has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Boesku goes limp - he's gone! Holzken jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rodney Holzken!
During a confident post fight interview, Rodney Holzken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (155lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 15 losses; Paul Hunt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 20 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Albert Achterberg and Daniel Blasius.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hunt misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Holzken scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hunt (0) vs (4) Holzken
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hunt keeps working.
Hunt manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Holzken is pressing down on Hunt's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hunt is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Holzken seems to be working for a kimura but Hunt defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Holzken seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Holzken is looking to advance position but Hunt won't allow it.
Hunt is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.
Hunt controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura here.
Holzken frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (0) vs (7) Holzken#T2#
Holzken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hunt is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hunt regains half guard.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Hunt defends it. #T3#
Holzken is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Holzken trying to control but Hunt is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holzken might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hunt haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Holzken has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Shut Up & Train! {$1000}. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Holzken is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T4#
Holzken trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hunt manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (2) vs (7) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holzken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (2) vs (9) Holzken
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Hunt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hunt wants to sweep here but Holzken controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Hunt is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (4) vs (9) Holzken#SUB2#
Hunt moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Holzken. Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (7) vs (9) Holzken
Holzken is trying to improve his position.
Hunt trying to control the position but Holzken is working away.
Holzken is trying to control Hunt's posture but Hunt avoids it. #T6#
Holzken regains half guard.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Hunt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken wants to control the action here but instead Hunt manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (10) vs (9) Holzken
Holzken manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Holzken tries to roll over but Hunt keeps him under control.
Holzken slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T7##SUB2#
Holzken working for a triangle but Hunt defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Holzken throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hunt escapes and throws Holzken's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (13) vs (9) Holzken
Hunt looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Holzken trying to control but Hunt flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hunt (16) vs (9) Holzken
Holzken is in bad spot here.
#T8#
Holzken keeps trying to improve his position.
Holzken is still trying to improve position.
Hunt controlling from the back.
Hunt tries to keep control of the position but Holzken is staying busy.
Holzken can't escape the position.
Holzken trying to control but not successfully.
Hunt is hanging on to Holzken's back as he tries to escape.
#T9#
Holzken trying to control but not successfully.
Hunt is hanging on to Holzken's back as he tries to escape.
Hunt just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T10#
Holzken tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hunt takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Holzken can't escape the position.
Holzken looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hunt (19) vs (9) Holzken
Hunt trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Holzken doesn't escape.
Holzken is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hunt controls the action.
Holzken is trying to break free.
#T11#
Hunt is trying to stick to Holzken's back but Holzken is turning into Hunt. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hunt's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Holzken. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (19) vs (11) Holzken
Holzken wants to control from the top but Hunt keeps moving.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hunt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken looking to sit in guard and control but Hunt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (21) vs (11) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Holzken wants to sweep here but Hunt controlling him for the moment. #T12#
Hunt 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.
Hunt trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Hunt 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. #SUB2#
Holzken isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hunt stacks Holzken on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hunt! Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (24) vs (11) Holzken
Hunt gets to mount! Holzken was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hunt (26) vs (11) Holzken#T13#
Holzken tries to reverse the position but Hunt maintains control.
Hunt takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.
Holzken 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.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.
Hunt not doing much here.
#T14#
Holzken tries to roll over but Hunt keeps him under control.
Hunt controlling the pace.
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Holzken looking for a kimura from the bottom but Hunt passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (29) vs (11) Holzken
Holzken seems a little lost for a moment, as Hunt dominates the positioning.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hunt takes the fight on points by 29 to 11.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Paul Hunt made sure he mentioned Voodoo Nutrition, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CACC 196: Krawlee vs Yeboah
Date: May 09, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 20 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Eddy Gordo!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Holzken manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Gordo on his heels. He'll look to pass Gordo's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Gordo
Gordo can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gordo is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Gordo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gordo is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gordo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Gordo won't allow it.
Gordo is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Holzken seems to be looking for submissions.
Gordo wants to control but Holzken passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Gordo
Holzken controls the position. #T1#
Gordo tries to improve position but can't.
Holzken works to advance to full mount. Gordo defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (7) vs (0) Gordo
Gordo is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Holzken has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (10) vs (0) Gordo
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB#
Gordo preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Holzken.
Gordo rolls, trying to escape but Holzken keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Gordo fending off the submission attempt from Holzken.
Gordo turns into Holzken and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (10) vs (2) Gordo#T2#
Gordo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gordo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Holzken working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gordo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gordo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gordo won't allow Holzken to sweep him here. #SUB#
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Holzken wants to sweep here but Gordo controlling him for the moment. #T3##SUB#
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gordo defends well.
Gordo wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Gordo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Gordo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gordo has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Holzken has his foot on Gordo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gordo works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Gordo trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Holzken working for submissions but it's allowed Gordo to get to half guard.
Holzken tries to roll over but Gordo keeps him under control.
Gordo is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gordo has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Tran MMA Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Holzken regains full guard. Nicely done.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Gordo tries to pass.
Gordo trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Gordo tries to pass.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.#T5##SUB#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gordo defends it easily.
Gordo is pushing down on Holzken's leg trying to pass to half guard. Holzken is fighting to maintain full guard but Gordo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gordo prevents Holzken from improving his position.#SUB2#
Gordo is working for a submission of some sort.
Holzken works his way to full guard. Good work.
Holzken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (12) vs (2) Gordo
Holzken preventing the sweep. #T6#
Holzken stands and throws Gordo's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (15) vs (2) Gordo#SUB#
Holzken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Holzken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Holzken advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (17) vs (2) Gordo
Gordo gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Holzken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Holzken seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gordo defends it well. #T7##SUB#
Holzken seems to be working for a kimura but Gordo defends the submission attempt.
Gordo is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Gordo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Gordo is looking to improve his position.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Gordo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Gordo defends it.
Gordo has a hand on Holzken's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Holzken takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (20) vs (2) Gordo#T8#
Holzken takes Gordo's back. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (23) vs (2) Gordo#SUB#
Gordo preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Holzken. #SUB#
Holzken sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Gordo taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rodney Holzken!
A victorious Rodney Holzken thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Eddy Gordo was interviewed post fight and said 'Ill come back stronger than ever!'. |
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Event:
CACC 184: Hozdic vs Neuer
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Tribbiani Joey! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 19 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Joey tries to close the distance and clinch but Holzken swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Joey gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Joey jumps guard and drags Holzken to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Joey keeps moving.
Holzken postures up.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Joey pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joey is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Joey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Joey 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.
My spies in Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1##SUB2#
Holzken 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.
Holzken controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Holzken trying to control but Joey is working from the bottom.
Joey 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.#SUB#
Joey throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Joey keeps moving. #T2#
Holzken won't allow Joey to sweep him here.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joey is keeping the position for now.
Holzken is still trying to improve position.
Joey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Joey tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Joey controls Holzken momentarily but Holzken frees himself. #SUB2#
Holzken thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Joey is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Joey wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Joey working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Holzken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Joey is tightening it up a little... Holzken has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Holzken reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Holzken taps out! Nice BJJ there by Joey!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tribbiani Joey!
A relieved looking Tribbiani Joey 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:
CACC 177: Gatsby vs Cubbedge
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Darian Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 18 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, George Francis and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Cruz or perhaps it was just good defense by Holzken, which made it look bad.
Cruz has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Cruz clinches up against the ropes.#TD#
Cruz gets control of Holzken's arms and successfully pulls guard. Cruz will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Cruz keeps moving.
Holzken has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at London MMA Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Cruz is retaining full guard.
Holzken trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken controlling from the top position.
Holzken being controlled here momentarily.
Holzken trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
Cruz trying to control the position here. #T2#
Cruz keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
Holzken looking to sit in guard and control but Cruz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (2) vs (0) Holzken
Cruz trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Cruz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Cruz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cruz won't allow Holzken to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Holzken has his foot on Cruz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cruz works his way back into a safe position though.
Cruz wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Cruz'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.
Cruz passes Holzken's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cruz pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Cruz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Cruz eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken is looking to control Cruz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Cruz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Cruz is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T5#
Well, if Cruz is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Holzken won't allow Cruz to pass to mount. #SUB#
Holzken is defending against the submission attempts here by Cruz.
Holzken trying to control here.
Cruz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Holzken does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Cruz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Holzken has managed to free his arm - good work.
Holzken tries to roll over but Cruz keeps him under control.#T6##SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Cruz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Holzken wants to control but Cruz is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Cruz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Holzken is not content to let Cruz control the position.
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Cruz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Holzken sees it coming and defends easily.#T7#
Holzken gets back to full guard.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cruz sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cruz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Cruz from controlling successfully. #T8##SUB2#
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cruz sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken controls Cruz momentarily but Cruz frees himself.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck. #T9#
Cruz passes Holzken's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Cruz seems to be working for a kimura but Holzken defends the submission attempt.
Cruz trying to control from half guard but Holzken is working away. #SUB#
Cruz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Cruz eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Cruz is trying to work for a kimura but Holzken is defending well.
#SUB#
Cruz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T10##SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cruz passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (5) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is looking to improve his position but Cruz isn't that keen on the idea.
Holzken is controlling an arm, preventing Cruz from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.
Holzken is still trying to improve position.#T11#
Holzken regains half guard.
Cruz trying to control from half guard but Holzken is working away. #SUB#
Cruz is trying to work for a kimura but Holzken is defending well.
Holzken is staying active underneath Cruz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Cruz tries to pass to full mount but Holzken defends it. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cruz pulls his head out easily.
Holzken wants to control but Cruz is keeping busy.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.#T12##SUB#
Cruz is looking for a kimura but Holzken is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cruz to get the leverage.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Cruz in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Cruz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Holzken sees it coming and defends easily.
Holzken works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cruz defends it easily.#SUB2#
Cruz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cruz has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
Cruz works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Holzken is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Cruz is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Cruz wants to work for an arm triangle but Holzken is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Cruz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Holzken trying to control but Cruz postures up.
Cruz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T14##SUB#
Cruz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Cruz is working for a kimura but Holzken is defending it quite comfortably.
Cruz wants to take a breather but Holzken is having none of it. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cruz pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cruz pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cruz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Cruz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Holzken has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cruz takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Darian Cruz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 168: Mazzini vs Ty II
Date: Feb 07, 2021 |
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 10 wins and 11 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 18 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Holzken gets caught flat footed, as Boesku shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Holzken
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boesku defends it easily.#SUB2#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
Boesku trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Holzken has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Boesku should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Holzken has tightened it up now! Boesku should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rodney Holzken!
A relieved looking Rodney Holzken 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:
CACC 158: Hozdic vs Morgan
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 12 losses; Raymond Donde! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 18 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Donde closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Holzken quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Donde (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
Holzken gets full guard.
Our spies down at at Monsters BJJ inform us that Holzken has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Donde looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Holzken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Donde is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Donde 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.
Donde looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Donde looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Donde (2) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken trying to control but Donde is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Holzken is pushing down on Donde's leg trying to pass to half guard. Donde is fighting to maintain full guard but Holzken has managed to sneak the leg through.
Holzken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Donde wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Donde is working away.
Donde is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Donde keeps working.
Donde is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Holzken moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Donde. Score +3 for passing guard: Donde (2) vs (5) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Donde's coaches at Catch Wrestling L.A. have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T2#
Donde tries to improve position but can't.
Donde is not content to let Holzken control the position. #SUB2#
Holzken has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Donde is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Holzken yanks on the arm and Donde is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Holzken.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rodney Holzken!
Our winner, Rodney Holzken, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 152: Morrison v Holzken 5
Date: Dec 20, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 19 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 17 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Holzken dives in and grabs Morrison's left leg, looking for a takedown. Morrison pushes down on Holzken's head and hops out.#TD2#
Holzken shoots in and gets a takedown into Morrison's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (0) vs (2) Holzken
Morrison wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken sitting in guard here, content to control.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Morrison seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Morrison has Holzken pulled in close to control his posture.
Holzken postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Morrison trying to control the position.
#T1#
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Morrison keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Holzken sitting in guard here, content to control.
Holzken won't allow Morrison to sweep him here. #T2#
Morrison being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Morrison wants to sweep here but Holzken controlling him for the moment.
Morrison is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Morrison is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morrison wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Morrison can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Holzken controls the pace.
Morrison wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Morrison is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken has his hands on Morrison's head, controlling the position.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Morrison wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Morrison is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Holzken is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Holzken pulls Morrison in close to prevent any damage.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving. #T5#
Morrison really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6#
Holzken wants to sweep here but Morrison controlling him for the moment.
Morrison controls from within his opponent's guard.
Morrison tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard. #T7#
Morrison trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morrison looking to pass the guard.
Morrison trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken controls Morrison momentarily but Morrison frees himself. #T8#
Morrison pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Morrison stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Morrison advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (5) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
You can see the frustration on Holzken's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Holzken is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Morrison is staying active.
Holzken is trying to improve his position.#T9#
Holzken can't do much from the bottom here.
Morrison tries to move into full mount but can't pass Holzken's legs. #SUB#
Morrison is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Holzken knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Morrison is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Holzken is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T10#
You can see the frustration on Holzken's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Morrison tries to move to mount but Holzken blocks the move with his legs. #SUB#
Morrison is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Holzken is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Holzken gets back to half guard.#T11#
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Morrison is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Holzken is doing well to control the position and prevent Morrison from advancing to side control.
Holzken is pressing down on Morrison's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T12#
Holzken is trying to keep Morrison in close.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully.
Morrison is really struggling to control Holzken but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Holzken is pulling down on Morrison's head to control his posture.
Morrison trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Morrison won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Holzken is trying to keep Morrison in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison takes the fight on points by 5 to 2.
David Morrison retains his featherweight title!
After winning the bout, David Morrison 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:
CACC 148: Pavlov vs Donde
Date: Dec 06, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Wu Fei Chung! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 17 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Eddie Farnsworth and David Schapiro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Fei Chung wants to clinch.#TD#
Fei Chung closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fei Chung (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Fei Chung has control of the leg.
Fei Chung wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Fei Chung is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fei Chung wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working. #T1#
Fei Chung is looking to advance position but Holzken won't allow it.
Holzken trying to control here.
We've been hearing good reports from Fei Chung's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Fei Chung wants to work for an arm triangle but Holzken is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Holzken trying to hold on to Fei Chung's head to control him but Fei Chung postures up.
#T2#
Fei Chung stalling away here and it's allowed Holzken to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Holzken controlling Fei Chung's posture.
Fei Chung wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Fei Chung looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Fei Chung is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken keeps trying to improve his position.
Fei Chung is looking to advance position but Holzken has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Fei Chung (2) vs (4) Holzken
Fei Chung is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
Holzken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Holzken seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Fei Chung is holding on tight.
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fei Chung is looking to get to half guard.#T5#
Fei Chung sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Fei Chung is working away.
Fei Chung wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.
Fei Chung won't allow Holzken to pass to mount.
Holzken moves into full mount! Fei Chung won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Fei Chung (2) vs (7) Holzken
Fei Chung is trying to escape the mount.
#T6#
Holzken controlling from mount.
Fei Chung working to try and regain half guard.
Fei Chung has given up his back here. Will Holzken look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Fei Chung (2) vs (10) Holzken
Holzken keeps control of the position as Fei Chung tries to break free.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Fei Chung trying to control the hands but Holzken won't let him. #T7#
Fei Chung tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Fei Chung looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Fei Chung (2) vs (13) Holzken
Fei Chung manages to reverse the position and now he's in Holzken's guard. Nice work there by Fei Chung.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fei Chung (4) vs (13) Holzken
Fei Chung wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Fei Chung trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #T8#
Fei Chung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Fei Chung is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Holzken is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Holzken has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fei Chung (4) vs (15) Holzken
Holzken pushing down on Fei Chung's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T9#
Holzken seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Fei Chung wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Fei Chung wants to get back to full guard but Holzken has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Fei Chung (4) vs (18) Holzken
Holzken takes a little break here. Fei Chung wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T10#
Fei Chung is trying to get back to half guard.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fei Chung keeps working.
Holzken controlling from side mount.
Fei Chung is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T11#
Fei Chung seems a little lost for a moment, as Holzken dominates the positioning.
Let's hope that Holzken has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Fei Chung is trying to get back to half guard.#T12#
Fei Chung being controlled for a moment.
Fei Chung tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fei Chung wants to control but Holzken postures up.
Fei Chung is trying to get back to half guard.#T13#
Fei Chung can't do much from the bottom here.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fei Chung keeps working.
Fei Chung tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
Holzken wants to control but Fei Chung is keeping him busy. #T14#
Fei Chung wants to control but Holzken postures up.
Fei Chung tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Holzken staying calm.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 18 to 4.
Rodney Holzken thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Wu Fei Chung was interviewed post fight and said 'Where am I? What's going on? What happened?'. |
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Event:
CACC 136: Pripyat v Tormenta 2
Date: Nov 08, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 17 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Darian Cruz!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Holzken fails to land the takedown.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Holzken. #TD2#
Cruz shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Holzken manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Cruz
Cruz stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Cruz trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Cruz looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz stands and throws Holzken's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (5) Cruz
Holzken is not content to let Cruz control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1##SUB2#
Cruz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Cruz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Holzken rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Cruz's guard! Nice work there by Holzken! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (5) Cruz#SUB2#
Cruz working for a triangle but Holzken defends it easily.
Holzken controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2##SUB2#
Cruz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cruz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet. #T3#
Cruz is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Cruz won't allow it.
Cruz 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.
Holzken is trying to control. Cruz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Cruz manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
Holzken is looking to advance position but Cruz has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (2) vs (9) Cruz#SUB2#
Cruz moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Holzken has worked his arm free - good work by Holzken!
Cruz tries to move to mount but Holzken blocks the move with his legs.
Holzken struggling a bit here.
Cruz is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5##SUB2#
Cruz swings around for an armbar but Holzken sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Cruz's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (9) Cruz
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully. #T6##SUB2#
Cruz looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Holzken has picked Cruz up and slammed him! Cruz can't keep hold of the triangle and Holzken manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (7) vs (9) Cruz
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cruz keeps working.
Cruz is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Cruz is trying to improve his position.#T7#
Cruz is still trying to improve position.
You can see the frustration on Cruz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Holzken just content to control the position.
Holzken wants to control but Cruz is keeping him busy.
Cruz manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (7) vs (11) Cruz#T8#
Holzken gets back to full guard.
Cruz wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Cruz looking to pass the guard.
Cruz wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Holzken seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Cruz drops back, looking for a kneebar! Holzken looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Holzken looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Holzken! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (11) vs (11) Cruz
Holzken trying to control the position but Cruz is working away. #T9#
A lull in the action here.
Cruz gets back to half guard.
Cruz tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Cruz keeps trying to improve his position.#T10#
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Cruz is working away.
Cruz wants to get back to full guard but Holzken has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (14) vs (11) Cruz
Cruz is desperately trying to improve his position but Holzken has a good base and remains in mount.
Cruz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Holzken controlling the position easily from mount.
Cruz tries to hold on but Holzken pushes him away. #T11#
Cruz sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Cruz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Cruz is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Holzken jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (17) vs (11) Cruz
Cruz is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control.
Well,Holzken is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T12#
Cruz is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Cruz tries to improve position but can't.
Cruz is being controlled here.
Holzken wants to control but Cruz is keeping him busy.
Holzken in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T13#
Cruz is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control.
Cruz being controlled for a moment.
Cruz is trying to get back to half guard.#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken slows the pace down.
Cruz tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 17 to 11.
Rodney Holzken thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 131: Dominguez vs Sparxx
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
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 8 wins and 9 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 17 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Holzken dives in and scores a takedown into Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Holzken#SUB#
Boesku is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Holzken passes into half guard.
Boesku is concentrating on defense, preventing Holzken from advancing position.
Holzken prevents Boesku from improving his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Boesku is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Catch Wrestling L.A., so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Holzken perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1##SUB#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Holzken with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily.
Boesku desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Boesku trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
Boesku is holding on to half guard well.
Boesku tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.#T2#
Boesku keeping hold of Holzken's head, controlling as best he can.
Boesku trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Holzken is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg. #T3#
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Holzken takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Holzken passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Holzken
Boesku tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
Boesku wants to control but Holzken is having none of it.
Boesku is trying to escape the mount.
Boesku bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Holzken#T4#
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku being controlled here momentarily.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T5#
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Holzken controlling the position.
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Boesku is really struggling to control Holzken but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T6##SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Holzken is defending well. #SUB#
Boesku wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Holzken, who protects the arm well.
Holzken wants to control but Boesku postures up.#T7#
Holzken is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8#
Holzken is looking for a sweep.
Boesku controls the position. #SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Holzken is defending well.
Holzken gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Holzken wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T9#
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Boesku takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Holzken wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Holzken slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boesku trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (5) vs (7) Holzken
Boesku is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up. #T10#
Boesku wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Holzken is now in half guard.
Boesku moves into full guard.
Holzken slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Boesku throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Holzken escapes and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (10) Holzken
Holzken content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T11#
Let's hope that Holzken has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Boesku is looking for a sweep.
Holzken happy to just control the position for now.
Holzken working away.
Boesku is looking to reverse the position.#T12#
The referee asks Holzken politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Holzken prefers to stall for the moment though.
Boesku is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Boesku is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.#T13##SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boesku has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boesku is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Boesku is looking to reverse the position.
Boesku manages to work his way to half guard, despite Holzken's best efforts.
Boesku is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Boesku trying to control but Holzken postures up.
#T14##SUB#
Boesku has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Holzken escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Holzken! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (13) Holzken
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Holzken off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (9) vs (13) Holzken
Boesku avoiding Holzken 's attempts to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken tries to roll but Boesku sticks to his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 13 to 9.
Rodney Holzken seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 124: Hirsch vs Pripyat
Date: Sep 27, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 16 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 18 losses; David Morrison!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Holzken fails with the takedown.
Holzken misses with a takedown attempt - Morrison sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Morrison leaves Holzken with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holzken tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Morrison defends well and Holzken ends up having to push Morrison into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Holzken misses with a takedown attempt - Morrison sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Morrison stuffs the takedown attempt from Holzken. Holzken gets slowly back to his feet. #TD2#
Morrison looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Morrison
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Morrison trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Morrison is still trying to improve position.
Morrison sitting in guard here, content to control.
Morrison trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Morrison tries to pass.
Morrison trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #T2#
Morrison wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Morrison is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Morrison tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard. #T3#
Morrison preventing the sweep.
Morrison slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (5) Morrison
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Morrison advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (0) vs (7) Morrison
Holzken is trying to reverse the position but instead Morrison has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (0) vs (10) Morrison#SUB2#
Morrison is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Our spies down at at Mello MMA inform us that Morrison has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Morrison is hanging on to Holzken's back as he tries to escape.
#T4#
Morrison just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Morrison working for a choke but Holzken is defending well. #SUB2#
Morrison looking for the choke from the back.
Morrison trying to control momentarily.
Holzken manages to reverse the position and now he's in Morrison's guard. Nice work there by Holzken.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (10) Morrison#T5#
Morrison wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Morrison keeps moving.
Morrison looking for a sweep. Not yet Morrison, not yet.
Morrison working a defensive guard here.
Morrison wants to improve his position but instead Holzken has moved into half guard.
#T6#
Morrison is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Morrison avoid being mounted?
Morrison wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Morrison works his way to full guard. Good work.#T7#
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken trying to control but Morrison is working from the bottom.
Morrison looking for a sweep. Not yet Morrison, not yet.
Morrison is trying to keep Holzken in close.
#SUB2#
Morrison is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Morrison is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morrison is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T8#
Morrison looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Holzken puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Holzken is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Morrison is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (10) Morrison
Morrison tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Holzken just content to control the position. #T9#
Morrison is looking for a sweep.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Morrison is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Morrison manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (5) vs (12) Morrison
Morrison trying to control from half guard but Holzken is working away.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10##SUB2#
Morrison is working for a kimura but Holzken is defending it quite comfortably.
Morrison is looking to advance position but Holzken won't allow it.
Morrison wants to take a breather but Holzken is having none of it. #T11#
Still in half guard, Morrison seems content to control.
Morrison is keen to just control but Holzken is a slippery customer.
Holzken is controlling Morrison's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Holzken is trying to maintain the position but Morrison is very close to passing his half guard.#T12#
Morrison seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Holzken does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
Morrison stalling away here and it's allowed Holzken to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Holzken is trying to control the position from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Holzken holds on and takes a little breather.
Morrison trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Morrison trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken trying to keep a closed guard but Morrison is proving a slippery customer.
Morrison pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Morrison postures up.
#T14#
Holzken keeping full guard, as Morrison tries to pass.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (15) Morrison
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison wins on points by 15 to 5.
A very excited looking David Morrison 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:
CACC BLUE BELT BLUES FINAL
Date: Sep 11, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 16 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 17 losses; Mr Ward!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Gregory Folan and Dillan Fox.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Holzken shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ward's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Ward#SUB2#
Ward looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Holzken passes into half guard.
Ward is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ward is not content to let Holzken control the position.#T1#
Ward is looking to improve his position.
Ward is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (2) vs (4) Ward#T2##SUB2#
Holzken is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Ward keeps control of the position as Holzken tries to break free.
Holzken prevents Ward from getting a body triangle.#SUB2#
Ward looking for the RNC. #T3##SUB2#
Holzken preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Ward. #SUB2#
Holzken fending off the submission attempt from Ward. #SUB2#
Ward is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Holzken defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Ward is persistently looking for the submission but Holzken is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Ward looking for the RNC. #T4##SUB2#
Holzken is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Ward working for the choke. #SUB2#
Ward patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Holzken manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ward's guard. Nice work there by Holzken.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (4) Ward
Ward is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
#T5##SUB2#
Ward looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ward works his way to full guard. Good work.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Ward is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken sitting in guard here, content to control. #T6##SUB2#
Ward had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Holzken defends it easily.
Holzken's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ward tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Ward is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Ward is looking for a triangle here but Holzken uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (7) vs (4) Ward#T7#
Ward is looking for a sweep.
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Ward manages to work his way to half guard, despite Holzken's best efforts.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T8#
Holzken prevents Ward from improving his position.
Ward trying to control here.
Ward is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ward manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ward 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.
Holzken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ward's guard. #T9#
Ward is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (10) vs (4) Ward
Ward tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ward gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T10#
Ward is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken is controlling the pace.
#T11#
Holzken passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (13) vs (4) Ward
Ward is looking to improve his position but Holzken isn't that keen on the idea.
Ward sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Ward trying to get back to full guard but Holzken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (16) vs (4) Ward#T12#
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Ward working to try and regain half guard.
Holzken takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T13#
Holzken looking to control but Ward is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ward has given up his back here. Will Holzken look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (19) vs (4) Ward
Holzken trying to control.
Holzken really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Ward.#T14#
Holzken doesn't have the hooks in and Ward manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (19) vs (6) Ward
Holzken keeping full guard, as Ward tries to pass.
Holzken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ward controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken seems keen to control Ward's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 19 to 6.
Rodney Holzken seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 118
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Kron Silva! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 15 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Silva closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva (2) vs (0) Holzken
Silva trying to control from half guard but Holzken is working away.
Silva wants to pass to mount but Holzken is defending the position.
Holzken wants to control but Silva is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Silva content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Silva slows the pace down in half guard.
Silva's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Holzken controlling the position for now.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard but Silva has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (5) vs (0) Holzken#T2#
Silva content just to control the position here.
Silva pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Holzken tries to lock up and control but Silva gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Holzken is trying to escape the mount.
Holzken is squirming around, avoiding Silva's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Silva tries to push Holzken's head away but Holzken is holding on tight.
Holzken tries to lock up and control but Silva gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Silva fails to advance to Holzken's back.
Holzken tries to hold on but Silva postures up.#T4#
Silva controlling his opponent.
Holzken can't escape the position.
Silva can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Holzken is looking to escape.
Holzken prevents Silva from taking his back.#T5#
Silva controlling the pace for now.
Holzken has given up his back. Will we see Silva going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Silva (8) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken prevents Silva from getting a body triangle.#T6#
Holzken tries to escape but Silva has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Silva really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Holzken.
Silva has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Holzken is really stuck here.
#T7#
Silva doesn't have the hooks in and Holzken manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (8) vs (2) Holzken
Silva is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (10) vs (2) Holzken
Silva looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T8#
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Silva has control of the leg. #T9#
Holzken has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Silva is working away from the top position though.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Silva has control of the leg.
Holzken trying to control here.
#T10#
Silva stalling.
Holzken keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Holzken wants to control but Silva is keeping busy.
#T11#
Silva prevents Holzken from improving his position.
Holzken is positioning himself well to prevent Silva advancing to mount.
Silva trying to control the pace. #T12#
Holzken wants to improve his position but Silva is controlling well.
Holzken gets back to full guard.
Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard. #T13#
Holzken is adopting a defensive guard.
Silva showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully.
Our spies down at at Hell's Balls Gym inform us that Holzken has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T14#
Holzken looking for a sweep. Not yet Holzken, not yet.
Holzken is trying to keep Silva in close.
Silva looking to pass the guard.
Silva might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Silva takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
Kron Silva decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
CACC 116
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 14 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Luka Perovic!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Holzken shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Perovic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Perovic
Perovic being controlled here, momentarily.
Perovic looking to control.
Perovic wants to hit a sweep here but Holzken passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Perovic there! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Perovic
Holzken controlling the position easily from mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perovic is controlling an arm, preventing Holzken from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Perovic is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Holzken manages to capitalize on a mistake by Perovic to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (8) vs (0) Perovic
Holzken is trying to stick to Perovic's back but Perovic is turning into Holzken. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Holzken's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Perovic. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (8) vs (2) Perovic
Holzken managing to control the position.
Perovic tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Perovic 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. #T2#
Holzken is controlling Perovic's posture.
Perovic looking to pass the guard.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Perovic from controlling successfully.
Perovic looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Perovic from controlling successfully.
Holzken seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Perovic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Perovic wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Perovic wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Perovic wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Perovic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Perovic looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (10) vs (2) Perovic#SUB2#
Holzken got a little sloppy there for a moment and Perovic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Holzken has managed to get both his arms back between Perovic's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Perovic looking to control but Holzken passes into half guard.
Perovic wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
#T5##SUB2#
Perovic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily.
Perovic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Perovic is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Perovic avoid being mounted?
Perovic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Perovic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
Perovic is trying to control but can't.
Perovic is concentrating on defense, preventing Holzken from advancing position.
Perovic tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Holzken is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken prevents Perovic from improving his position.#T7#
Perovic trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Holzken manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (13) vs (2) Perovic
Perovic is desperately trying to improve his position but Holzken has a good base and remains in mount.
Perovic slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Perovic is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Holzken jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (16) vs (2) Perovic
Holzken wants to control but Perovic is keeping him busy.
Perovic is looking for a sweep.
Perovic manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T8#
Perovic tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Perovic is controlling Holzken's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Perovic is trying to get back to full guard.
Perovic is looking to get back to full guard here but Holzken has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (19) vs (2) Perovic#T9#
Perovic is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Holzken off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (19) vs (6) Perovic
Holzken prevents Perovic from getting a body triangle.
Holzken can't escape the position.
Perovic is looking to control Holzken but Holzken is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Perovic is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Perovic not allowing Holzken to control his hands.
Perovic is looking to control Holzken but Holzken is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T10##SUB2#
Holzken is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Perovic trying to control momentarily.
Holzken is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Perovic is persistently looking for the submission but Holzken is defending it well.
Perovic wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.#T11##SUB2#
Perovic working for a choke but Holzken reverses nicely into Perovic 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (21) vs (6) Perovic
Perovic controlling Holzken's posture.
Perovic working a defensive guard here.
Perovic wants to sweep here but Holzken controlling him for the moment. #T12#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Perovic holds on and takes a little breather.
Perovic is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Perovic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Perovic trying to control the position here.
Perovic looking to control.
#T13#
Perovic 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.#SUB2#
Perovic has his feet on Holzken's thighs here. He's pushed Holzken off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Holzken screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Luka Perovic!
Luka Perovic is the new featherweight champion!
Luka Perovic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CACC 114
Date: Aug 15, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Tim Anton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 14 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Anton looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Anton (2) vs (0) Holzken
Anton wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Anton might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Holzken pulls Anton in to control the position.
Anton pushing down on Holzken's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Anton trying to pass the guard but Holzken defending well. #SUB#
Anton is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Anton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1##SUB#
Anton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Holzken defends it well.
Anton uses his free foot to push down on Holzken's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Holzken. Score +3 for passing guard: Anton (5) vs (0) Holzken
Anton wants to take his opponent's back but instead Holzken manages to regain half guard.
Anton wants to advance to full mount but Holzken doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Anton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Anton passes into half guard. #T2#
Anton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Anton trying to mount his opponent but Holzken defends it.
Holzken trying to control here.
Anton tries to pass to full mount but Holzken defends it.
Holzken trying to control but Anton postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Anton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Holzken holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Anton trying to control from Holzken's half guard. Holzken has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Anton tries to pass.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Anton from controlling successfully.
Anton trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Anton (5) vs (2) Holzken
Anton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Holzken controls the pace.
Anton is trying to keep Holzken in close.
Anton is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Rickys House that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T4#
Anton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Anton pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Anton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Anton (7) vs (2) Holzken
Anton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Anton is looking to pass into half guard but Holzken pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Holzken is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Anton (7) vs (4) Holzken
Anton has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Holzken has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Anton (7) vs (7) Holzken
Anton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Holzken trying to control the action but Anton is working from the bottom. #T5#
Holzken working away.
Anton is looking to reverse the position.
Anton struggling a bit here.
You can see the frustration on Anton's face as Holzken controls the position.
Anton tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Anton is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Anton is looking for a sweep.#T6#
Anton is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Anton tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Anton wants to control but Holzken postures up.
Anton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anton keeps working.
Anton tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.#T7#
Anton is being controlled here.
Anton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Holzken trying to control the position but Anton is working away.
Anton tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Anton is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Anton is looking for a sweep.#T8#
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Anton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken slows the pace down.
Anton holds on to Holzken's head and controls the position momentarily.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Anton tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Anton can't do much from the bottom here.
Holzken trying to control the position but Anton is working away.
Anton is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it. #T9#
Anton is looking for a sweep.
Anton manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Anton is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Anton avoid being mounted?
Holzken is looking to advance position but Anton won't allow it.
Anton wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
#T10#
Anton gets back to full guard.
Holzken won't allow Anton to sweep him here.
Anton working a defensive guard but Holzken passes into half guard.
Anton tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Holzken passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Anton (7) vs (10) Holzken
Anton is trying desperately to improve position.
Anton manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Anton is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.#T11#
Holzken slows the pace down in half guard.
Anton is controlling Holzken's trapped leg to prevent Holzken from advancing to side control.
Anton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
Anton tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Anton works his way to full guard. Good work.#T12#
Holzken being controlled here momentarily.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Anton keeps moving.
Anton is trying to keep Holzken in close.
Holzken 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.
Anton is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Holzken stands and throws Anton's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Anton (7) vs (13) Holzken
Anton is looking for a sweep.#T13#
Anton can't do much from the bottom here.
Anton tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Anton can't do much from the bottom here.
Holzken in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Anton is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Anton trying to remain calm as Holzken controls from the top position.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anton keeps working.
Anton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Holzken happy to just control the position for now.
Anton struggling a bit here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 13 to 7. Rodney Holzken retains his featherweight title!
A relieved looking Rodney Holzken 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:
CACC 110
Date: Aug 01, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 14 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 19 losses; Dado Mata!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mata leaves Holzken with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Holzken shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Mata is trying to defend but Holzken finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Mata
Mata wants to get back to full guard.
Mata is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Mata 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is trying to control the action in half guard but Mata is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Mata wants to get back to full guard but Holzken has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Mata
Mata is looking to get to half guard.
Mata is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Mata is trying to escape the mount.
#T2#
Holzken manages to capitalize on a mistake by Mata to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (8) vs (0) Mata
Mata is keeping busy.
Mata can't escape the position.
I would not like to be Mata right now.
Mata manages to reverse the position and now he's in Holzken's guard. Nice work there by Mata.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (8) vs (2) Mata
Mata advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (5) Mata#T3#
Holzken wants to control but Mata postures up.
Mata trying to control the position but Holzken is working away. #SUB2#
Mata tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mata has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Holzken is not content to let Mata control the position.
Holzken prevents Mata from moving into mount. #T4#
Holzken can't do much from the bottom here.
Mata is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mata is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Holzken knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mata tries to advance position but instead Holzken slips a leg back in to half guard. #T5##SUB2#
Mata trying to work for an americana but Holzken has managed to regain full guard.
Holzken is pulling down on Mata's head. It's preventing any offense from Mata, at least for the moment.
Mata trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #T6#
Mata trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mata won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Mata trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Mata passes Holzken's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mata is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Holzken reverses the position - he's now on top in Mata's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (10) vs (5) Mata#T7#
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Mata is retaining full guard.
Mata looking to control.
Holzken won't allow Mata to sweep him here.
Mata is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Holzken keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Mata is trying to get back to full guard.#T8#
Holzken sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Mata gets full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Mata working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Holzken has passed into half guard!
#T9#
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Mata is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mata looking for subs from the bottom but Holzken mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (13) vs (5) Mata
Mata is in all sorts of trouble here.
Holzken tries to control but Mata wriggling away. #T10#
Mata keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Mata bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (13) vs (7) Mata
Holzken looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mata trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Mata stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Mata pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Holzken has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Mata wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Holzken seems keen to control Mata's posture.#T12#
Mata wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken looking for a sweep. Not yet Holzken, not yet.
Holzken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (15) vs (7) Mata
Mata looking to control.
Mata 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.#T13#
Holzken looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Mata throws his legs up looking for a submission but Holzken uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (18) vs (7) Mata
Mata is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control.
Mata is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Holzken off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (18) vs (11) Mata
Mata is riding his opponent, not letting Holzken buck him off. #SUB2#
Mata is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Holzken is defending well though. Mata let's go of the attempt for now.#T14#
Holzken is trying to break free.
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Mata working for a choke but Holzken is defending well.
Holzken prevents Mata from getting a body triangle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 18 to 11.
Rodney Holzken retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath Rodney Holzken 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:
TWGC 30 (155lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 10, 2020 |
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 29 wins and 18 losses; Longfellow Deeds! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 13 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Yves DeLean and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Deeds closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Holzken quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Deeds (2) vs (0) Holzken
Deeds wants to pass the guard but Holzken is defending well.
Holzken tries to roll over but Deeds keeps him under control.
Holzken is doing well to control the position and prevent Deeds from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deeds performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Holzken is concentrating on defense, preventing Deeds from advancing position. #T1#
Deeds not doing much here.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Deeds is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Deeds stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position.
Holzken is controlling Deeds's posture.
Deeds stands and throws Holzken's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Deeds (5) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is trying to escape the position but Deeds is controlling the position. #T3#
Holzken regains half guard.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Deeds is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken is doing well to control the position and prevent Deeds from advancing to side control.
Holzken 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.#T4#
Holzken wants to improve his position but Deeds is controlling well.
Holzken keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Deeds working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Holzken's thigh. Holzken counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Holzken looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Deeds stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.#T6#
Holzken managing to control the position.
Deeds sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Holzken is pulling down on Deeds's head to control his posture. #T7#
Deeds trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Deeds sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Deeds pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Holzken has control of Deeds's left arm, preventing Deeds from doing any damage. #T8#
Deeds controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
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.
Deeds trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken pulls Deeds in close to prevent any damage.
Deeds 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. #T9#
Deeds postures up.
Deeds slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Deeds won't allow Holzken to sweep him here. #T10#
Holzken is controlling Deeds's posture.
Deeds engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Holzken looking for a sweep. Not yet Holzken, not yet. #T11#
Deeds showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Deeds has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Holzken is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Deeds wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken working a defensive guard here.
#T13#
Holzken seems keen to control Deeds's posture.
Deeds stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T14#
Deeds forces his way into half guard.
Well, if Deeds is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken is holding on to half guard well.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
TWGC 30 (155lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 09, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 10 losses; Ishiihara Sakuraba! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 13 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Alec Ball and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sakuraba looking to score a takedown here. Holzken is defending well but Sakuraba drives through and ends up in Holzken's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sakuraba (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken keeping full guard, as Sakuraba tries to pass.
Holzken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sakuraba controls the pace.
Sakuraba wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving. #SUB#
Sakuraba drops back looking for a leg! Holzken is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Holzken manages to kick Sakuraba off! Sakuraba jumps back into Holzken's guard.
Sakuraba wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakuraba tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Sakuraba not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Holzken is controlling Sakuraba's posture.
Sakuraba sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sakuraba trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Sakuraba definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Holzken can't keep his opponent in guard - Sakuraba advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sakuraba tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Sakuraba performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Sakuraba is just content to waste time from the top position. Holzken takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Sakuraba trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sakuraba looking to pass the guard.
Sakuraba slips nicely into half guard.#T3#
Holzken is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Sakuraba trying to pass the guard but Holzken defending well.
Sakuraba seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sakuraba trying to pass the guard but Holzken defending well.
Well, if Sakuraba is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Holzken 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.#T4#
Sakuraba is looking to advance position but Holzken won't allow it.
Sakuraba seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sakuraba's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Sakuraba wants to free his trapped foot but Holzken is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sakuraba stalling.
Sakuraba trying to control from Holzken's half guard. Holzken has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T5#
Sakuraba's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Holzken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sakuraba (2) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken is taking a breather. Sakuraba says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Sakuraba trying to control here.
Holzken is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T6##SUB#
Sakuraba actively working from the bottom here.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Sakuraba defends it.
Sakuraba tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Sakuraba works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Sakuraba is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Holzken defends well.
Sakuraba is trying to hold Holzken in close to prevent damage but Holzken has managed to pass into half guard.
#T7#
Sakuraba trying to get back to full guard but Holzken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sakuraba (2) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken controlling the pace for now.
Holzken's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Sakuraba working to try and regain half guard.
Sakuraba tries to hold on but Holzken pushes him away. #T8#
Sakuraba tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sakuraba tries to lock up and control but Holzken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sakuraba is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sakuraba might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Holzken controlling the position easily from mount.
Sakuraba is trying desperately to improve position.#T9#
Sakuraba tries to hold on but Holzken pushes him away.
Sakuraba slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Sakuraba looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sakuraba is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Let's hope that Holzken has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T10#
Sakuraba trying to control from the bottom.
Sakuraba is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Sakuraba is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sakuraba has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
Sakuraba makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sakuraba.#T11#
Sakuraba tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sakuraba wants to improve his position but instead Holzken has moved into half guard.
Holzken stalling.
Sakuraba wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Sakuraba defends it. #SUB#
Sakuraba is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily. #T12#
Holzken is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sakuraba! Score +3 for passing guard: Sakuraba (2) vs (8) Holzken
Sakuraba really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sakuraba is working hard here to advance position.
Sakuraba is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sakuraba holds on for dear life, controlling Holzken's posture momentarily. #T13#
Sakuraba looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sakuraba (2) vs (11) Holzken
Holzken controlling well, preventing Sakuraba from escaping the position.
Sakuraba breaks Holzken's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sakuraba (4) vs (11) Holzken
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Sakuraba from controlling successfully.
Sakuraba pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now. #T14#
Sakuraba's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sakuraba trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sakuraba trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sakuraba controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sakuraba trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 11 to 4.
A victorious Rodney Holzken 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:
CACC 95 CORONA 2ND RD
Date: May 30, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 12 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 16 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Holzken shoots for a takedown but Sparxx saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Holzken seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#TD2#
Sparxx shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sparxx was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Holzken (0) vs (4) Sparxx
Sparxx is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Holzken's shoulder. That is not cool.
Sparxx wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken is looking for a sweep.
Sparxx tries to move to full mount but Holzken actually manages to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken won't allow Sparxx to pass to mount.
Sparxx prevents Holzken from improving his position.
Holzken has his hands clasped together around Sparxx's back. He's all about the action.#T1#
Sparxx slows the pace down in half guard.
Sparxx is keen to just control but Holzken is a slippery customer.
Still in half guard, Sparxx seems content to control.
Holzken manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx is fighting to break Holzken's control of his arms but Holzken is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Holzken manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (4) Sparxx
Sparxx is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Sparxx manages to get to full guard.
Holzken might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sparxx 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.#T3#
Holzken not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sparxx 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.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard. #T4#
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Sparxx.
Sparxx wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sparxx can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sparxx trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
Holzken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sparxx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.#T5#
Sparxx is trying to control but can't.
Sparxx preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Holzken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sparxx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sparxx is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T6#
Sparxx trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Sparxx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sparxx.
Sparxx is trying to keep Holzken in close.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T7#
Holzken controlling from the top position.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is keeping the position.
Sparxx looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sparxx pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Sparxx pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Sparxx wants to sweep here but Holzken controlling him for the moment.
Sparxx pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Sparxx working a defensive guard here.
#T9#
Sparxx manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Holzken manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (6) Sparxx
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Holzken has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Sparxx has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (2) vs (9) Sparxx
Holzken regains half guard there - taking advantage of Sparxx's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB2#
Sparxx is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T10#
Sparxx is keen to just control but Holzken is a slippery customer.
Sparxx working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Holzken's thigh. Holzken counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Sparxx trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #T11#
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Holzken trying to control the position.
My spies in Catch Wrestling L.A. inform me that Sparxx has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T12#
Sparxx controlling from the top position.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Well,Holzken is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T13#
Holzken seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sparxx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T14#
Let's hope that Sparxx has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 9 to 2.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Tyrone Sparxx waved his t-shirt featuring Conviction's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
CACC 93 CORONA 1ST RD
Date: May 23, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 16212 p4p, 147 weight class) and Dido Vicini (ranked 1803 p4p, 40 weight class). Holzken comes to the ring accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Vicini has chosen Mother as his entrance music. 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 Dido Vicini was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 12 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 15 losses; Dido Vicini!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Chris Downing and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Vicini closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Holzken did well to prevent Vicini getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Vicini
Vicini frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (5) Vicini
Vicini can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Holzken is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken tries to reverse the position but Vicini maintains control.
Vicini goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Holzken is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (5) Vicini
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vicini is trying to keep Holzken in close.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Vicini keeps moving.
Vicini looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vicini has an active guard here but Holzken has managed to pass into half guard.
Vicini tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is still trying to improve position.
Vicini keeps trying to improve his position.
Vicini trying to get back to full guard but Holzken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (5) Vicini
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to control but Vicini wriggling away.
Vicini is trying to escape the mount.
Vicini regains half guard.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
Vicini trying to control from the bottom.
Vicini is looking to get back to full guard here but Holzken has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (5) Vicini
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vicini being controlled for a moment.
Vicini is trying to get back to half guard.
Vicini gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken not doing much here.
Holzken prevents Vicini from improving his position.
Vicini looking for submissions off his back.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken stalling.
Vicini has a hand on Holzken's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Holzken takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (11) vs (5) Vicini
Vicini is desperately trying to improve his position but Holzken has a good base and remains in mount.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Vicini wants to control but Holzken is having none of it.
Vicini is looking to improve his position but Holzken isn't that keen on the idea.
Holzken wants to control the pace but Vicini is squirming around nicely.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is in all sorts of trouble here.
Vicini sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Vicini regains full guard. Nicely done.
Holzken passes into half guard.
Vicini wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Vicini tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Vicini is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Holzken jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (14) vs (5) Vicini
Holzken trying to control the position but Vicini is working away.
Vicini can't do much from the bottom here.
Vicini is trying to get back to half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Holzken looking to control but instead Vicini has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Holzken is just content to waste time from the top position. Vicini takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Vicini works his way to full guard. Good work.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken content to stall in guard here.
Vicini wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Vicini is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Vicini wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Vicini is keeping the position.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Vicini keeps moving.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vicini throws his legs up looking for a submission but Holzken uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (17) vs (5) Vicini
Vicini tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
Vicini is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Holzken trying to control the action but Vicini is working from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Vicini can't do much from the bottom here.
Vicini tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Holzken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vicini keeps working.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 17 to 5.
After winning the bout, Rodney Holzken 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:
CACC 90 CORONA CARD
Date: May 16, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 16253 p4p, 162 weight class) and Carlos Silverio (ranked 22361 p4p, 148 weight class). Holzken comes into the arena with Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You blaring out of the sound system. Silverio has chosen Shiro Sagisu - Angel of Doom as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Carlos Silverio has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 12 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 17 losses; Carlos Silverio!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Silverio stuffs the takedown.
Holzken shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Silverio as he avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Silverio. No joy for Holzken on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holzken shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Silverio pinned against the ropes. Silverio gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Holzken feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Silverio
Silverio is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (2) Silverio
Silverio is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverio wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control here.
Silverio wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Holzken desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Silverio wants to work for an arm triangle but Holzken is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control but Silverio postures up.
Silverio is pressing down on Holzken's thigh, looking to free his foot. Holzken is holding on for now.
Holzken moves into full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silverio wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken has his hands on Silverio's head, controlling the position.
Silverio trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Holzken is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (2) Silverio
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Silverio is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (4) Silverio
Holzken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Silverio's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (6) vs (4) Silverio
Silverio looking for a guillotine here but Holzken defends easily.
Silverio can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Holzken controls the pace.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Silverio has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (6) vs (8) Silverio
Holzken slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Silverio is keen to just control but Holzken is a slippery customer.
The fighters are battling for position here. Holzken manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Silverio trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken trying to control the position here.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Silverio tries to pass.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Silverio trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (8) vs (8) Silverio
Silverio tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Silverio is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (8) vs (10) Silverio
Holzken trying to keep a closed guard but Silverio is proving a slippery customer.
Holzken seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Silverio pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Silverio trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (10) vs (10) Silverio
Silverio trying to control the position.
Holzken is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Our spies down at at Five Round Fight Club NY (50 max) inform us that Silverio has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Silverio working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Holzken has passed into half guard!
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Silverio defending well.
Holzken trying to control the action but Silverio is working from the bottom.
Silverio is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Silverio is still trying to improve position.
Silverio is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Holzken wants to take a breather but Silverio is having none of it.
Silverio wants to get back to full guard but Holzken has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (13) vs (10) Silverio
Silverio is looking to reverse the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Silverio regains half guard.
Silverio is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Holzken jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (16) vs (10) Silverio
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.
Holzken trying to control the action but Silverio is working from the bottom.
Holzken is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Silverio sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Well,Holzken is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Silverio wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Silverio moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Silverio has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Holzken has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (19) vs (10) Silverio
Silverio tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silverio seems a little lost for a moment, as Holzken dominates the positioning.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Silverio tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silverio keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken trying to control the position but Silverio is working away.
Holzken controls the position from side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silverio is not content to let Holzken control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 19 to 10.
Rodney Holzken decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 86 CORONA CARD
Date: May 09, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Shanti Anatta (ranked 7888 p4p, 143 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 16297 p4p, 153 weight class). Anatta comes into the arena with A Traditional Buddhist Chant blaring out of the sound system. Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Shanti Anatta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 12 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Anatta gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Holzken to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Anatta (0) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken 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.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anatta looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Holzken has picked Anatta up and slammed him! Anatta can't keep hold of the triangle and Holzken manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Anatta (0) vs (5) Holzken
A lull in the action here as Holzken stalls from top position.
Anatta is trying to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken controlling from side mount.
Anatta tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Anatta will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Anatta is looking for a sweep.
Holzken moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Holzken working away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Anatta tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Holzken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken taking a breather here.
Anatta tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Holzken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Holzken controlling the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Anatta is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Holzken controls the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Anatta sneaks back into half guard.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Anatta gets back to full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Anatta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Anatta working a defensive guard but Holzken passes into half guard.
Anatta might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Holzken controlling the pace.
Anatta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Anatta defends it.
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken is pressing down on Anatta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Anatta is holding on for now.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Anatta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Anatta is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Anatta is looking to improve his position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Anatta is looking to get back to full guard here but Holzken has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Anatta (0) vs (8) Holzken
Anatta tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Holzken working away.
Anatta is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Holzken trying to control the action but Anatta is working from the bottom.
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.
Anatta is looking to reverse the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Anatta is being controlled here.
Anatta can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Anatta is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Anatta trying to remain calm as Holzken controls from the top position.
Let's hope that Holzken has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Anatta is trying to improve his position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Anatta can't do much from the bottom here.
Anatta is trying to improve his position.
Anatta trying to remain calm as Holzken controls from the top position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Anatta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Anatta's face as Holzken controls the position.
Anatta tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Holzken controlling from side mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 8 to 0.
Our winner, Rodney Holzken, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 83 CORONA CARD
Date: May 02, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tyrano Jackson (ranked 21006 p4p, 166 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 16302 p4p, 167 weight class). Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. Rodney Holzken has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Tyrano Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 11 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Holzken decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jackson (0) vs (2) Holzken
Jackson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jackson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Holzken postures up.
Jackson looking for a guillotine here but Holzken defends easily.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is fighting to break Jackson's control of his arms but Jackson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken advances to half guard.
Jackson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
Jackson tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Jackson is working hard here to advance position.
Jackson has a hand on Holzken's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Holzken takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (0) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken looking to control but Jackson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken content just to control the position here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Jackson is looking to improve his position but Holzken isn't that keen on the idea.
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jackson reaches up to try and control the position but Holzken seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Jackson rolls and tries to escape and now Holzken has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Jackson (0) vs (8) Holzken
Jackson is in bad spot here.
Jackson wants to control his opponent's hands but Holzken gets his hands free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson tries to break free.
Holzken doesn't have the hooks in and Jackson manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (2) vs (8) Holzken
Jackson trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (2) vs (10) Holzken
Jackson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jackson is pulling down on Holzken's head. It's preventing any offense from Holzken, at least for the moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Holzken gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Jackson is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to improve position, pressing down on Jackson's thigh with his hand. Jackson seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Holzken paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Holzken's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Jackson picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tyrano Jackson!
Tyrano Jackson bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CACC 76
Date: Apr 12, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 16148 p4p, 508 weight class) and Matvey Pavlov (ranked 1556 p4p, 175 weight class). Holzken's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Pavlov has chosen Prokofiev - Dance of the Knights as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 14 losses; Matvey Pavlov!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Pavlov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Holzken (0) vs (4) Pavlov
Holzken seems a little lost for a moment, as Pavlov dominates the positioning.
Pavlov trying to control the position but Holzken is working away.
Pavlov controlling the position from side mount.
Holzken is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Holzken 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.
Holzken prevents Pavlov from moving into mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pavlov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Pavlov controls the position from side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken prevents Pavlov from improving position.
Pavlov is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken prevents Pavlov from improving position.
Pavlov keeps trying to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov controls the position from side control.
Holzken tries to improve position but can't.
Pavlov tries to advance to mount but Holzken instead regains half guard.
Holzken trying to control but Pavlov postures up.
Pavlov trying to mount his opponent but Holzken defends it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pavlov trying to advance position but Holzken counters by regaining guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov looking to pass the guard.
My spies in Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ inform me that Pavlov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Pavlov stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Pavlov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pavlov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pavlov is pushing down on Holzken's leg trying to pass to half guard. Holzken is fighting to maintain full guard but Pavlov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Pavlov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Holzken! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (7) Pavlov
Pavlov content just to control the position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken prevents Pavlov from taking his back.
Pavlov controlling the pace for now.
Pavlov looking to control but Holzken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov controlling his opponent.
Pavlov moves to his opponent's back but Holzken bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Pavlov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (7) Pavlov
Pavlov looking to control.
Pavlov pulls Holzken in to control the position.
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Pavlov pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Pavlov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pavlov looking to control.
Holzken won't allow Pavlov to sweep him here.
Pavlov is pulling down on Holzken's head. It's preventing any offense from Holzken, at least for the moment.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov looking to control but Holzken passes into half guard.
Pavlov is trying to control but can't.
Pavlov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Pavlov wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Pavlov is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Pavlov is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is looking to improve his position.
Pavlov wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pavlov tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken stalling.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Pavlov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
Pavlov wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Pavlov trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (7) Pavlov
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov wants to hold on but Holzken pushes him away.
Holzken wants to take his opponent's back but Pavlov doesn't allow it.
Pavlov is looking to get to half guard.
Pavlov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Pavlov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Pavlov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken is pressing down on Pavlov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pavlov is holding on for now.
Pavlov trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Pavlov is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Holzken is staying active.
Pavlov is trying to get back to full guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov trying to get back to full guard but Holzken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (7) Pavlov
Pavlov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pavlov prevents Holzken from taking his back.
Pavlov can't escape the position.
Well,Holzken is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken content just to control the position here.
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Holzken moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (11) vs (7) Pavlov
Holzken is hanging on to Pavlov's back as he tries to escape.
Pavlov trying to control but not successfully.
Holzken biding his time, controlling Pavlov.
Pavlov tries to break free.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is still trying to improve position.
Pavlov trying to control but not successfully.
Pavlov is trying to break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pavlov just trying to survive but Holzken is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 11 to 7.
Rodney Holzken retains his featherweight title!
Rodney Holzken thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 70
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 14816 p4p, 429 weight class) and Balbus Michael (ranked 5441 p4p, 374 weight class). Holzken comes to the ring accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 11 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Balbus Michael!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Michael is pressed up against the ropes. Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Michael down to the mat. Michael avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Holzken seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Holzken looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Michael is fending him off so far but Holzken persists. Nope, Michael circles away and we're back to standing.
Holzken misses with a takedown
and Michael counters by clinching up.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Michael has hold of one of Holzken's legs. Holzken is fighting the takedown attempt but Michael gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Michael
Michael sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Michael trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michael is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken managing to control the position.
Holzken is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Michael won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Michael from controlling successfully.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Michael tries to pass.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Michael stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position.
Michael wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Michael passes into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Michael works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (0) vs (5) Michael
Michael wants to control the pace but Holzken is squirming around nicely.
Michael controlling his opponent.
Holzken slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Michael trying to control from half guard but Holzken is working away.
Michael looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Michael wants to control but Holzken is keeping him busy.
Michael tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Michael seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Holzken does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Michael controlling the action here.
Michael is pressing down on Holzken's thigh, looking to free his foot. Holzken is holding on for now.
Holzken is refusing to be controlled, as Michael sits in half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Michael might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Holzken haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Holzken works his way to full guard. Good work.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Michael from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Michael looking to pass the guard.
Michael pushing down on Holzken's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Michael's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Michael is continuing to stall.
Michael trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Michael wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Michael trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken wants to sweep here but Michael controlling him for the moment.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Michael from controlling successfully.
Holzken pulls Michael in to control the position.
Holzken's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Further stalling from Holzken.
Michael trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Michael pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Michael is still trying to improve position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Michael looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (5) Michael
Michael is trying to keep Holzken in close.
Michael is pulling down on Holzken's head. It's preventing any offense from Holzken, at least for the moment.
Michael can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Holzken controls the pace.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Michael not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Michael is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Michael is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Michael controlling the position for now.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Michael trying to control from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Michael trying to get back to full guard but Holzken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (5) Michael
Michael is wriggling around trying to escape.
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Michael wants to control but Holzken is having none of it.
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.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Michael manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Michael tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Holzken is heads and Michael is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
Rodney Holzken retains his featherweight title!
A relieved looking Rodney Holzken 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:
CACC 58
Date: Feb 23, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 14924 p4p, 457 weight class) and Yasol Kim (ranked 3698 p4p, 332 weight class). Holzken comes to the ring accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Yasol Kim acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 11 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Yasol Kim!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Holzken shoots in for a takedown but Kim shows good takedown defense.
Kim slaps away a takedown attempt from Holzken, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Holzken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holzken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kim closes the distance and pushes Holzken back into the ropes.
Kim gets control of Holzken's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kim will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Kim looking for a sweep. Not yet Kim, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kim is pulling down on Holzken's head. It's preventing any offense from Holzken, at least for the moment.
Kim is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kim holds on and takes a little breather.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Kim is keeping the position.
Kim working a defensive guard here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kim controlling the position.
Holzken's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kim working a defensive guard but Holzken passes into half guard.
Kim trying to control here.
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kim is trying to get back to full guard.
Kim is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kim wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Kim is doing well to control the position and prevent Holzken from advancing to side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is controlling the pace.
Kim is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kim is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kim avoid being mounted?
Kim wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken is taking a breather. Kim says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Kim wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Kim defends it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kim wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.
Holzken is keen to just control but Kim is a slippery customer.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Kim defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Holzken in particular looking to stall.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Kim is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kim avoid being mounted?
Kim is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kim tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Kim has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
Kim tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Kim is defending well.
Kim trying to control but Holzken postures up.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Kim is defending well.
Kim wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kim is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kim knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken is controlling the pace.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Kim tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken is pressing down on Kim's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kim is holding on for now.
Holzken perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Kim defends it.
Holzken prevents Kim from improving his position.
Kim trying to get back to full guard but Holzken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (3) vs (0) Kim
Kim is trying desperately to improve position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling the pace for now.
Holzken's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Kim wants to hold on but Holzken pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
Rodney Holzken retains his featherweight title!
After winning the bout, Rodney Holzken thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Yasol Kim had this to say: 'Perkele'. |
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Event:
CACC 43
Date: Jan 12, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 15589 p4p, 449 weight class) and Matvey Pavlov (ranked 1454 p4p, 164 weight class). Holzken kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Pavlov is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Prokofiev - Dance of the Knights. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 11 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 13 losses; Matvey Pavlov!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Pavlov gets caught napping as Holzken dives in and scores a takedown. Pavlov manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Pavlov
Pavlov managing to control the position.
Pavlov is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Pavlov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Holzken slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pavlov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Holzken passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Pavlov defends it.
Pavlov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Pavlov is looking to improve his position.
Pavlov keeps trying to improve his position.
Pavlov trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
Holzken controlling the pace.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is looking to improve his position.
Pavlov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Pavlov is working away.
Pavlov is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pavlov avoid being mounted?
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pavlov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov looking to control.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Pavlov working a defensive guard here.
Pavlov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pavlov is still trying to improve position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov managing to control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Holzken sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Pavlov pulls Holzken in to control the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Holzken is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Pavlov wants to control the position but Holzken says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Holzken prevents Pavlov from improving his position.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Pavlov is working away.
Pavlov keeping control of the position.
Pavlov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Pavlov manages to get to full guard.
Holzken not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pavlov 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.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pavlov is positioning himself well to prevent Holzken advancing to mount.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
Pavlov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Pavlov is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.
Pavlov is doing well to control the position and prevent Holzken from advancing to side control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov has a hand on Holzken's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Holzken takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Pavlov
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Pavlov tries to lock up and control but Holzken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Pavlov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Holzken haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Pavlov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Pavlov won't allow Holzken to pass to mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is positioning himself well to prevent Holzken advancing to mount.
Pavlov tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (0) Pavlov
Pavlov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov reaches up to try and control the position but Holzken seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Pavlov rolls and tries to escape and now Holzken has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (11) vs (0) Pavlov
Holzken has the hooks in. Pavlov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Pavlov staying busy and making it hard for Holzken to control.
What can Pavlov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Pavlov turns into Holzken and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (11) vs (2) Pavlov
Holzken keeping full guard, as Pavlov tries to pass.
Pavlov advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (11) vs (5) Pavlov
My spies in Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ inform me that Pavlov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken can't do much from the bottom here.
Pavlov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Pavlov trying to control the position but Holzken is working away.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov looking to control but instead Holzken has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Still in half guard, Pavlov seems content to control.
Pavlov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Pavlov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Pavlov wants to pass to mount but Holzken is defending the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Pavlov moves into full mount! Holzken won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (11) vs (8) Pavlov
Pavlov controlling the position easily from mount.
Pavlov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Pavlov trying to control but Holzken is having none of it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov prevents Holzken from getting the reversal.
Pavlov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Pavlov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Pavlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Holzken is looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken is trying to escape the mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 11 to 8.
Rodney Holzken is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Rodney Holzken 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:
CACC 39
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 15669 p4p, 468 weight class) and Julio Valeron Huhrera (ranked 1708 p4p, 182 weight class). Holzken comes into the arena with Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You blaring out of the sound system. Julio Valeron Huhrera has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 11 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Julio Valeron Huhrera !
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Huhrera closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Holzken quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Huhrera
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Huhrera in particular looking to stall.
Huhrera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Huhrera controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Huhrera has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huhrera wants to pass to mount but Holzken is defending the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Huhrera is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Huhrera slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Huhrera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Huhrera trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Huhrera is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Huhrera tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (2) Huhrera
Holzken won't allow Huhrera to sweep him here.
Huhrera is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (4) Huhrera
Holzken is defending against the submission attempts here by Huhrera .
Huhrera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Huhrera is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera is pressing down on Holzken's thigh, looking to free his foot. Holzken is holding on for now.
Huhrera is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Huhrera is working for a submission of some sort.
Huhrera is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken gets back to full guard.
Holzken pulls Huhrera in close to his closed guard and prevents Huhrera from doing any damage or advancing position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Huhrera keeps trying to improve his position.
Huhrera slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Huhrera tries to pass.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Holzken manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (4) Huhrera
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Huhrera is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Huhrera avoid being mounted?
Holzken is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Huhrera tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Huhrera trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Huhrera avoid being mounted?
Holzken is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Huhrera trying to control from the bottom.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Huhrera knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Huhrera is trying is best to control the position here.
Huhrera has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Huhrera wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Huhrera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Huhrera holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Huhrera trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Huhrera tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Huhrera wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Huhrera wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Huhrera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera working a defensive guard here.
Huhrera wants to sweep but no luck.
Huhrera throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Holzken escapes and throws Huhrera 's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (7) vs (4) Huhrera
Huhrera manages to work his way to half guard, despite Holzken's best efforts.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Huhrera defending well.
Huhrera trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Huhrera is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Huhrera wants to get back to full guard.
Huhrera is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Holzken prevents Huhrera from improving his position.
Huhrera is trying to control but Holzken manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (10) vs (4) Huhrera
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Huhrera wants to get back to full guard but Holzken has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (13) vs (4) Huhrera
Huhrera sneaks back into half guard.
Huhrera gets back to full guard.
Huhrera looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Holzken has picked Huhrera up and slammed him! Huhrera can't keep hold of the triangle and Holzken manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (16) vs (4) Huhrera
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Huhrera keeps working.
Huhrera can't do much from the bottom here.
Huhrera is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control.
Huhrera struggling a bit here.
Huhrera is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Holzken is staying active.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here as Holzken stalls from top position.
Huhrera tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Huhrera struggling a bit here.
Huhrera is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Huhrera regains half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera gets back to full guard.
Holzken is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Huhrera controlling the position.
Huhrera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Holzken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Holzken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Huhrera keeps moving.
Huhrera working a defensive guard here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Huhrera keeps moving.
Huhrera is pulling down on Holzken's head. It's preventing any offense from Holzken, at least for the moment.
Huhrera keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Huhrera wants to hit a switch here but Holzken passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Huhrera there! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (19) vs (4) Huhrera
Holzken wants to control the pace but Huhrera is squirming around nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 19 to 4.
A relieved looking Rodney Holzken 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:
TWGC 27 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Dec 25, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Morrison Jr. (ranked 1947 p4p, 108 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 15670 p4p, 464 weight class). Morrison Jr. comes to the cage accompanied by Face The Pain. Holzken comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 8 losses; David Morrison Jr.! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 10 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Wagner Zegers and Nard Betker.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken closes this distance looking for a takedown but Morrison Jr. circles away.
Morrison Jr. is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Holzken's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (2) vs (0) Holzken
Morrison Jr. takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Morrison Jr. trying to mount his opponent but Holzken defends it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Morrison Jr. in particular looking to stall.
Morrison Jr. tries to pass to full mount but Holzken defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison Jr. is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken wants to improve his position but Morrison Jr. is controlling well.
Morrison Jr. is keen to just control but Holzken is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Morrison Jr. is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Holzken reverses the position - he's now on top in Morrison Jr.'s guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (2) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison Jr..
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken controls from within his opponent's guard.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Morrison Jr. is retaining full guard.
Morrison Jr. being controlled here, momentarily.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison Jr..
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Morrison Jr. is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Morrison Jr. is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (4) vs (2) Holzken
Morrison Jr. wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Morrison Jr. is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken manages to get to full guard.
Morrison Jr. really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morrison Jr. tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison Jr. from controlling successfully.
Holzken is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Morrison Jr. pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Morrison Jr. looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (4) vs (4) Holzken
Holzken controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
Morrison Jr. looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holzken is one step ahead there.
Morrison Jr. has an active guard here but Holzken has managed to pass into half guard.
Morrison Jr. is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Morrison Jr. avoid being mounted?
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken not doing much here.
Morrison Jr. is trying to get back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. manages to get to full guard.
Morrison Jr. keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
Morrison Jr. trying to control the position.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Holzken 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 Morrison Jr.. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison Jr. (4) vs (7) Holzken
Morrison Jr. is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Holzken prevents Morrison Jr. from improving his position.
Morrison Jr. is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Mello MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Morrison Jr. gets full guard.
Morrison Jr. bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Holzken's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (6) vs (7) Holzken
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. preventing the sweep.
Morrison Jr. looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (6) vs (9) Holzken
Morrison Jr. being controlled here, momentarily.
Morrison Jr. is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. wants to sweep here but Holzken controlling him for the moment.
Morrison Jr. being controlled here, momentarily.
Morrison Jr. looking for a sweep. Not yet Morrison Jr., not yet.
Morrison Jr. looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison Jr..
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. working a defensive guard here.
Holzken won't allow Morrison Jr. to sweep him here.
Holzken is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Morrison Jr. pushes a forearm under Holzken's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Holzken is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). David Morrison Jr.!
David Morrison Jr. is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, David Morrison Jr. thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 27 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dado Mata (ranked 1020 p4p, 115 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 15659 p4p, 472 weight class). Mata comes to the cage accompanied by 和楽器バンド / 千本桜. Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 14 losses; Dado Mata! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 10 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paul Aken and Aafke Stam.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mata (0) vs (2) Holzken
Mata is looking to improve his position.
Holzken slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mata tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Holzken has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Mata (0) vs (5) Holzken
Mata is working to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mata is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Mata tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mata keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mata keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mata wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Mata (0) vs (8) Holzken
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Mata breaks Holzken's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mata (2) vs (8) Holzken
Mata tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Holzken is adopting a defensive guard.
Holzken being controlled here, momentarily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Mata from controlling successfully.
Mata wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Mata from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Holzken holds on and takes a little breather.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mata wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Mata trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Mata is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Mata trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mata trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Mata wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Mata sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mata passes Holzken's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mata looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mata is stalling here. Holzken is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Mata seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Holzken has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mata (2) vs (12) Holzken
Mata is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Mata is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mata wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Mata has a hand on Holzken's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Holzken takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Mata (2) vs (15) Holzken
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mata is trying desperately to improve position.
Mata slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Mata wants to get back to full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mata trying to control from the bottom.
Mata is looking to improve his position.
Mata wants to get back to full guard but Holzken has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Mata (2) vs (18) Holzken
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mata looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Mata (2) vs (21) Holzken
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mata tries to escape the position.
Holzken is trying to stick to Mata's back but Mata is turning into Holzken. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Holzken's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Mata. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mata (4) vs (21) Holzken
Holzken is controlling Mata's posture.
Mata trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mata controlling from the top position.
Holzken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mata is one step ahead there.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Mata tries to pass.
Holzken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mata (4) vs (23) Holzken
Mata looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken slows the pace down in half guard.
Mata tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Holzken has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Mata (4) vs (26) Holzken
Mata is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control but Mata is having none of it.
Mata is wriggling around trying to escape.
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Mata can't escape the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mata holds of for dear life.
Holzken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Mata is looking to get to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 26 to 4.
An out of breath Rodney Holzken 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:
TWGC 27 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Morrison (ranked 1805 p4p, 194 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 15642 p4p, 473 weight class). Morrison comes to the cage accompanied by Diary of a Madman. The crowd seem to be enjoying Holzken's choice of entrance music: Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 13 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 10 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Daniel Blasius and Radbod Blank.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Morrison closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Holzken's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (0) Holzken
Morrison looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (2) Holzken
Morrison looking for a guillotine here but Holzken defends easily.
I've been told that Holzken has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Morrison is keeping the position for now.
Holzken's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Morrison is keeping the position for now.
Morrison looking to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morrison has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Holzken has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (2) vs (5) Holzken
Morrison is trying to get back to half guard.
Holzken slows the pace down.
Morrison struggling a bit here.
Morrison tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morrison is working hard here to advance position.
Morrison trying to remain calm as Holzken controls from the top position.
Morrison is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Morrison's face as Holzken controls the position.
Morrison is looking to reverse the position.
Morrison manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Morrison manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Morrison working for submissions but it's allowed Holzken to get to half guard.
Morrison wants to sweep but Holzken has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (2) vs (8) Holzken
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Morrison tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morrison trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Holzken takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Morrison is trying to get back to full guard.
Morrison wants to sweep but Holzken has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (2) vs (11) Holzken
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Morrison can't do much from the bottom here.
Morrison is trying to improve his position.
Morrison wants to control but Holzken postures up.
Holzken taking a breather here.
Holzken wants to control but Morrison is keeping him busy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Morrison tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Morrison gets back to half guard.
Morrison wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken content to control rather than advance.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Morrison knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Morrison wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Morrison is pressing down on Holzken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken won't allow Morrison to sweep him here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (4) vs (11) Holzken
Morrison is looking to advance position but Holzken won't allow it.
Morrison trying to control from half guard but Holzken is working away.
Morrison perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Morrison is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Holzken gets back to full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Morrison trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Morrison is stalling in the full guard.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken 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.
Holzken working a defensive guard here.
Holzken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Morrison controls the pace.
Holzken managing to control the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to keep Morrison in close.
Holzken is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Morrison is fighting to break Holzken's control of his arms but Holzken is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Holzken trying to control the position.
Morrison looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (4) vs (13) Holzken
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Morrison is retaining full guard.
Holzken is stalling in the full guard.
Holzken won't allow Morrison to sweep him here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Morrison really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Holzken won't allow Morrison to sweep him here.
Holzken sitting in guard here, content to control.
Morrison has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Holzken has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (4) vs (16) Holzken
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison is looking for a sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 16 to 4.
After winning the bout, Rodney Holzken 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 27 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 15, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Masa Wasa (ranked 1677 p4p, 100 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 15593 p4p, 467 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Wasa might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Welcome To The Jungle. The crowd seem to be enjoying Holzken's choice of entrance music: Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 15 losses; Masa Wasa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 10 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Cecil Peabody and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Holzken gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Wasa to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wasa (2) vs (0) Holzken
Wasa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wasa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wasa trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Wasa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is adopting a defensive guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wasa trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wasa looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Wasa has gone for a leg lock! Holzken slips out almost immediately though and dives into Wasa's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasa (2) vs (2) Holzken
Wasa is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wasa wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken not doing much here.
Wasa is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Coffee Shop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Wasa is trying to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wasa is working hard here to advance position.
Wasa has a hand on Holzken's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Holzken takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (2) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Wasa looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Wasa (2) vs (8) Holzken
Wasa rolls, trying to escape but Holzken keeps control of the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken biding his time, controlling Wasa.
It looks like Holzken might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Holzken is hanging on to Wasa's back as he tries to escape.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Wasa looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
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.
Wasa tries to escape but Holzken has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Wasa manages to reverse the position and now he's in Holzken's guard. Nice work there by Wasa.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasa (4) vs (8) Holzken
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wasa trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to keep Wasa in close.
Wasa looking to pass the guard.
Wasa sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken pulls Wasa in close to prevent any damage.
Wasa trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Wasa tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Wasa trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasa (4) vs (10) Holzken
Wasa looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wasa has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Holzken has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (4) vs (13) Holzken
Wasa tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Holzken controls the position from side control.
Wasa is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Wasa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wasa is trying to get back to half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here.
Wasa can't do much from the bottom here.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Wasa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wasa is trying to get back to half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Wasa is letting Holzken control him for a moment.
Holzken trying to control the action but Wasa is working from the bottom.
Holzken is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Wasa is trying to improve his position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling from side mount.
Wasa is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here.
Wasa struggling a bit here.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wasa keeps working.
Wasa is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Wasa manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Wasa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wasa wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.
Wasa moves into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken stays in close to Wasa's body and controls the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 13 to 4.
A very excited looking Rodney Holzken 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 27 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 15619 p4p, 462 weight class) and Elroy Clarks (ranked 1438 p4p, 87 weight class). Holzken comes to the cage accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Elroy Clarks!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Cecil Peabody and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Clarks gets caught napping as Holzken dives in and scores a takedown. Clarks manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Clarks
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Clarks is still trying to improve position.
Clarks is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Clarks pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Clarks wants to hit a switch here but Holzken passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Clarks there! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Clarks
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clarks tries to lock up and control but Holzken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Clarks is looking to get to half guard.
Clarks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Clarks is looking to improve his position but Holzken isn't that keen on the idea.
Clarks bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (5) vs (2) Clarks
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Clarks engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
I've been told that Clarks has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Clarks looking to pass the guard.
Clarks content to stall in guard here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Clarks trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Clarks is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Holzken pulls Clarks in close to his closed guard and prevents Clarks from doing any damage or advancing position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Clarks controlling from the top position.
Clarks tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken has his hands on Clarks's head, controlling the position.
Clarks sitting in guard here, content to control.
Clarks trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Holzken manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (7) vs (2) Clarks
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Clarks is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Clarks looking to control.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Clarks 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.
Clarks seems keen to control Holzken's posture.
Clarks is trying to control the position from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Clarks holds on and takes a little breather.
Clarks is continuing to stall.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Clarks wants to control but Holzken passes easily into half guard.
Clarks manages to get to full guard.
Clarks wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Holzken is now in half guard.
Clarks is trying to get back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Clarks trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Clarks trying to get back to full guard but Holzken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (10) vs (2) Clarks
Clarks tries to hold on but Holzken pushes him away.
Holzken wants to take his opponent's back but Clarks doesn't allow it.
Clarks really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken wants to take Clarks's back but he can't do it this time.
Clarks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Clarks tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
Holzken content just to control the position here.
Clarks tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling his opponent.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken prevents Clarks from getting the reversal.
Clarks tries to hold on but Holzken pushes him away.
Holzken prevents Clarks from getting the reversal.
Holzken controlling the pace for now.
Clarks wants to hold on but Holzken pushes him away.
Clarks is working to get back to half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Clarks is controlling an arm, preventing Holzken from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Holzken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Holzken has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Clarks is looking to get to half guard.
Holzken avoids the attempt from Clarks to control.
Holzken controlling the pace for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Clarks gets back to half guard.
Clarks is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Clarks has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
Holzken prevents Clarks from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Clarks wants to control the action here but instead Holzken manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (13) vs (2) Clarks
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
Our winner, Rodney Holzken, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 20
Date: Nov 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Julio Valeron Huhrera (ranked 1455 p4p, 160 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 15532 p4p, 491 weight class). Holzken comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Julio Valeron Huhrera ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Huhrera throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Holzken was covering up waiting for the punch and Huhrera finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Huhrera (2) vs (0) Holzken
Huhrera 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.
Holzken trying to control the position.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Holzken is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken trying to keep a closed guard but Huhrera is proving a slippery customer.
Huhrera passes into half guard.
Huhrera is pressing down on Holzken's thigh, looking to free his foot. Holzken is holding on for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera is working for a kimura but Holzken is defending it quite comfortably.
Huhrera is pressing down on Holzken's thigh, looking to free his foot. Holzken is holding on for now.
Huhrera is looking for a kimura but Holzken is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Huhrera to get the leverage.
Holzken wants to control but Huhrera passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (5) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken 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.
Holzken can't do much from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken gets back to half guard.
Huhrera is just content to waste time from the top position. Holzken takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Holzken pulls Huhrera in close to prevent any damage.
Huhrera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Huhrera is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Holzken is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Huhrera advances to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Huhrera is trying to work for a kimura but Holzken is defending well.
Huhrera is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Holzken is defending against the submission attempts here by Huhrera .
Huhrera working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Holzken's thigh. Holzken counters though and makes it back to full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Huhrera from controlling successfully.
Huhrera looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (5) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken sitting in guard here, content to control.
Huhrera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Holzken defends it easily.
Holzken showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control but Huhrera is working from the bottom.
Huhrera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Holzken being controlled here momentarily.
Huhrera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Holzken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Holzken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Huhrera is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Huhrera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken sitting in guard here, content to control.
Huhrera controlling Holzken's posture.
Huhrera working a defensive guard but Holzken manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (5) vs (5) Holzken
Huhrera tries to improve position but can't.
Holzken is staying tight to Huhrera 's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Huhrera tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the position but Huhrera is working away.
Huhrera is trying to get back to half guard.
What's Huhrera going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera seems a little lost for a moment, as Holzken dominates the positioning.
Huhrera wants to control but Holzken postures up.
Huhrera is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Holzken is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Huhrera seems a little lost for a moment, as Holzken dominates the positioning.
Huhrera tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Holzken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (7) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken is controlling Huhrera 's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Holzken's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Huhrera stalling away here and it's allowed Holzken to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Huhrera wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (10) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken regains half guard there - taking advantage of Huhrera 's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Holzken won't allow Huhrera to pass to mount.
Holzken is looking to control Huhrera 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is refusing to be controlled, as Huhrera sits in half guard.
Huhrera is looking to stall here but Holzken recovers full guard.
Huhrera trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Huhrera controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Huhrera tries to pass.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera is working hard here to advance position.
Huhrera trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (10) vs (7) Holzken
Huhrera has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Holzken has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (10) vs (10) Holzken
Huhrera is looking for a sweep.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken slows the pace down.
Huhrera is looking for a sweep.
Holzken trying to control the action but Huhrera is working from the bottom.
Huhrera can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Huhrera is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Holzken controls the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Huhrera gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Huhrera takes the fight on points by 11 to 10.
In his post fight interview, Julio Valeron Huhrera started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
CACC 12
Date: Nov 02, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 15531 p4p, 499 weight class) and Sebastian Shot (ranked 2466 p4p, 243 weight class). Holzken comes to the ring accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 9 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Sebastian Shot!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Shot leaves Holzken with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Shot defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Holzken.
Shot doesn't manage to clinch there - Holzken circles away.
Holzken shoots in for a double leg but Shot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Shot wants to counter the offense by Holzken and move into the clinch position.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shot fails with an attempt to clinch.
Holzken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shot to the mat! Shot manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Shot
Holzken stays in close to Shot's body and controls the position.
Shot trying to keep a closed guard but Holzken is proving a slippery customer.
Our spies down at at Soul Supremacy Rio inform us that Shot has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shot manages to get to full guard.
Shot looking for a sweep. Not yet Shot, not yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shot wants to improve his position but instead Holzken has moved into half guard.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Shot wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Shot tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shot is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (2) vs (4) Shot
Holzken is keeping busy.
Shot doesn't have the hooks in and Holzken manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (4) Shot
Shot looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shot throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Holzken escapes and throws Shot's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (7) vs (4) Shot
Holzken is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Shot's shoulder. That is not cool.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shot is looking for a sweep.
Holzken staying calm.
Holzken has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Shot tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
Holzken taking a breather here.
Shot is trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shot wants to control but Holzken postures up.
Shot is trying to get back to half guard.
Shot is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Holzken slows the pace down.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the position but Shot is working away.
You can see the frustration on Shot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shot is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Holzken off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (7) vs (8) Shot
Shot looking to break Holzken's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Holzken remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Shot will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Shot is controlling the position but Holzken somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Shot seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Holzken has recovered full guard.
Holzken pulls Shot in close to prevent any damage.
Shot trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken trying to control the position here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken continues to stall.
Shot postures up.
Holzken pulls Shot in to control the position.
Shot trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Shot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Holzken pulls Shot in close to prevent any damage.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Shot looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (9) vs (8) Shot
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Shot working a defensive guard but Holzken manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (12) vs (8) Shot
Holzken moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Shot tries to improve position but can't.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the action but Shot is working from the bottom.
Holzken is staying tight to Shot's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Shot tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Shot is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Shot is trying to get back to half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Shot manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (12) vs (10) Shot
Holzken is looking to control Shot's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?
Shot is looking for a kimura here.
Shot trying to control from Holzken's half guard. Holzken has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Shot wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Shot looking to sit in guard and control but Holzken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (14) vs (10) Shot
Shot wants to hit a switch here but Holzken passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Shot there! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (17) vs (10) Shot
Shot manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (20) vs (10) Shot
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken content just to control the position here.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Holzken.
Shot looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (23) vs (10) Shot
Shot wants to escape the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken biding his time, controlling Shot.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Shot for as long as he can get away with.
Holzken has the hooks in. Shot is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Holzken controls the action.
Shot is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Shot's body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 23 to 10.
Rodney Holzken thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (155lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ricardo Gracie (ranked 2280 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 15437 p4p, 483 weight class). Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Ricardo Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gracie moves into the clinch.
Holzken looking for a takedown.
Gracie pulls Holzken into guard.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Holzken is pushing down on Gracie's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gracie is fighting to maintain full guard but Holzken has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily.
Holzken controlling the pace.
Gracie is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gracie (4) vs (0) Holzken
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Holzken can't escape the position.
Holzken 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 Gracie gets his way!
Gracie is looking for the choke from the back position but Holzken is controlling his hands well.
Holzken trying to control the action but Gracie just sinks the hooks in.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie looking for the choke but no joy.
Gracie gets his hands free as Holzken looks to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Gracie's arms.
Holzken is in a bad position with Gracie working for a choke. Holzken manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (4) vs (2) Holzken
Gracie is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Gracie looking for subs off his back but Holzken has passed one foot through into half guard.
Holzken works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (4) vs (5) Holzken
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Holzken avoids the attempt from Gracie to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie 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.
Holzken is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Holzken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.
Holzken wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie with the active half guard here but Holzken passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (4) vs (8) Holzken
Gracie is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Holzken off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gracie (8) vs (8) Holzken
Gracie struggling to keep hold of the position.
Gracie not allowing Holzken to control his hands.
Holzken is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Gracie is looking for the choke from the back position but Holzken is controlling his hands well.
Holzken 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.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gracie looking for the RNC.
Gracie is looking for the choke from the back position but Holzken is controlling his hands well.
Holzken tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gracie looking for a guillotine from mount but Holzken is having none of it.
Holzken holds on to Gracie around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
Holzken 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.
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken controlling the position for now.
Holzken wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie is working for a kimura but Holzken is defending it quite comfortably.
Holzken is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gracie haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gracie is looking for a kimura here.
Gracie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Holzken doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gracie.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gracie in particular looking to stall.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
Gracie is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Gracie seems to be working for a kimura but Holzken defends the submission attempt.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Gracie is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Gracie works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (11) vs (8) Holzken
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken regains half guard.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but Holzken defends it.
Gracie is working for a submission of some sort.
Gracie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Holzken doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gracie.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Gracie is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Holzken defends it well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken gets back to full guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Holzken holds on and takes a little breather.
Gracie trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken has Gracie pulled in close to control his posture.
Holzken is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie slips nicely into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie takes the fight on points by 11 to 8.
A victorious Ricardo Gracie 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:
WVTSW S01 WK5A
Date: Jul 07, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ebyn Dall (ranked 610 p4p, 76 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 15711 p4p, 413 weight class). Dall's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Under the Blood. Holzken is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Ebyn Dall! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dall is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Holzken's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dall (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Holzken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dall (2) vs (2) Holzken
Dall is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall actively working from the bottom here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Dall is working away.
Dall is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily.
Holzken perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dall looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dall (2) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dall tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
Holzken takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Holzken looking to control but Dall is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Holzken might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Dall haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dall working to try and regain half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken manages to capitalize on a mistake by Dall to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dall (2) vs (8) Holzken
Dall breaks Holzken's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dall (4) vs (8) Holzken
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dall drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Holzken manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dall has Holzken in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dall (4) vs (10) Holzken
Dall looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holzken is one step ahead there.
Dall looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken passes into half guard.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Dall is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Dall is looking to improve his position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dall looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dall is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Dall actively working from the bottom here.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dall knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Dall is working away.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dall (4) vs (13) Holzken
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dall tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
Holzken looking to control but Dall is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to control but Dall wriggling away.
My spies in Navy Street MMA inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dall is desperately trying to improve his position but Holzken has a good base and remains in mount.
Dall is controlling an arm, preventing Holzken from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Holzken looking to control but Dall is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dall is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Dall (4) vs (16) Holzken
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken doesn't have the hooks in and Dall manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dall (6) vs (16) Holzken
Dall pushes down on Holzken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Holzken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dall's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dall's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dall (6) vs (20) Holzken
Holzken just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Holzken is looking to control Dall but Dall is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Dall tries to escape the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Dall is doing well to defend. Holzken seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Dall is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rodney Holzken!
Rodney Holzken seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK4A
Date: Jul 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 15753 p4p, 412 weight class) and Dumba Diame Jr (ranked 2104 p4p, 211 weight class). Holzken comes to the ring accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Diame Jr has chosen Get It On The Floor as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Dumba Diame Jr!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Diame Jr changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Holzken looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Holzken (0) vs (4) Diame Jr
Holzken wants to control but Diame Jr postures up.
Holzken's coaches at Navy Street MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Holzken is trying to improve his position.
Diame Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Diame Jr looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Holzken sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diame Jr is pressing down on Holzken's thigh, looking to free his foot. Holzken is holding on for now.
Holzken is not content to let Diame Jr control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Holzken controls Diame Jr momentarily but Diame Jr frees himself.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Diame Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diame Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Diame Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken is pulling down on Diame Jr's head. It's preventing any offense from Diame Jr, at least for the moment.
Diame Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control.
Diame Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (4) Diame Jr
Holzken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Diame Jr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Holzken is pressing down on Diame Jr's thigh, looking to free his foot. Diame Jr is holding on for now.
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken uses his free foot to push down on Diame Jr's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Diame Jr. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (4) Diame Jr
Holzken avoids the attempt from Diame Jr to control.
Diame Jr is squirming around, avoiding Holzken's attempts to control the action.
Diame Jr is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to control but Diame Jr wriggling away.
Holzken controlling from mount.
Holzken forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (8) vs (4) Diame Jr
Holzken is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Diame Jr looking very determined here, making life difficult for Holzken.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is riding his opponent, not letting Diame Jr buck him off.
Diame Jr is keeping busy.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Holzken controlling the positon.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Holzken's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Holzken looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Diame Jr is controlling Holzken 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (8) vs (6) Diame Jr
Diame Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Diame Jr wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Holzken working for submissions but it's allowed Diame Jr to get to half guard.
Diame Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Holzken does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to roll over but Diame Jr keeps him under control.
Diame Jr is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Diame Jr wants to advance to full mount but Holzken doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Diame Jr 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.
Holzken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Diame Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control.
Diame Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken is pulling down on Diame Jr's head to control his posture.
Holzken is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Diame Jr stands and throws Holzken's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (9) Diame Jr
Holzken is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Diame Jr off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (12) vs (9) Diame Jr
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Diame Jr defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Holzken trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Diame Jr doesn't escape.
Diame Jr tries to escape the position.
Holzken tries to get the hooks in deep but Diame Jr pushed the leg off.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Diame Jr is defending well though. Holzken let's go of the attempt for now.
Holzken is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Holzken looking for the choke but no joy.
Diame Jr tries to roll but Holzken sticks to his back.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to break Diame Jr's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Diame Jr remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Holzken will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Diame Jr looking very determined here, making life difficult for Holzken.
Holzken is really struggling to control Diame Jr but he's trying to hold on to the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Diame Jr tries to break free.
I would not like to be Diame Jr right now.
Holzken looking for the choke but no joy.
I really don't envy Diame Jr right now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Diame Jr doesn't escape.
Holzken tries to get the hooks in deep but Diame Jr pushed the leg off.
Holzken looking to hold on to the position here but Diame Jr rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Diame Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken pushes down on Diame Jr's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 12 to 9.
Rodney Holzken decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK2B
Date: Jun 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 15576 p4p, 381 weight class) and Ebyn Dall (ranked 582 p4p, 72 weight class). Holzken comes to the cage accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Dall has chosen Under the Blood as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Ebyn Dall!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, George Francis and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dall moves into the clinch successfully.
Dall turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Holzken (0) vs (4) Dall
Dall is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Holzken has escaped the position, nice work there.
Holzken is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Dall off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Holzken (4) vs (4) Dall
Dall 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.
Holzken controls the action.
I really don't envy Dall right now.
Holzken tightening his grip on Dall, looking for the choke.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken controlling the position well here. Dall rolled but Holzken kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dall tries to escape the position.
Holzken is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Dall 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 Holzken gets his way!
Holzken gets his hands free as Dall looks to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dall wants to escape the position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Holzken's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holzken is persistently looking for the submission but Dall is defending it well.
Dall is trying to break free.
Dall trying to control the hands but Holzken won't let him.
Holzken keeps control of the position as Dall tries to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dall looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Good control from Holzken.
Holzken is looking for a rear naked choke here but Dall reverses the position brilliantly into Holzken's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (4) vs (6) Dall
Dall stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dall is one step ahead there.
Dall has gone for a leg lock! Holzken slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dall's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (6) vs (6) Dall
Holzken trying to control but Dall is working from the bottom.
Dall is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Holzken defends well.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Dall is keeping the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dall wants to control the position but Holzken says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Dall looking for submissions off his back.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Dall defends it.
Dall is trying to control but Holzken passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (9) vs (6) Dall
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the position but Dall is working away.
Dall can't do much from the bottom here.
Dall being controlled for a moment.
Dall manages to work his way to half guard, despite Holzken's best efforts.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dall wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Dall won't allow it.
Holzken is thwarting Dall's attempts to control the position.
Dall moves into full guard.
Holzken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Holzken passes Dall's left leg - he's now in half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Holzken in particular looking to stall.
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dall is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Dall wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the action but Dall is working from the bottom.
Dall has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Holzken is working away from the top position though.
Dall looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dall wants to control the action here but instead Holzken manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (12) vs (6) Dall
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking to work his way around to Dall's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Holzken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dall is looking to escape.
Dall slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
Dall manages to get to full guard.
Dall throws his legs up looking for a submission but Holzken uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (15) vs (6) Dall
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dall is trying to improve his position.
Holzken trying to control the action but Dall is working from the bottom.
Dall gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Dall is working away.
Dall manages to get to full guard.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Dall is keeping the position.
Dall is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Dall has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Holzken can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Holzken trying to control but Dall is working from the bottom.
Dall is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dall looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Holzken passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (18) vs (6) Dall
Holzken is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Dall's shoulder. That is not cool.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the position but Dall is working away.
Dall is looking for a sweep.
Holzken trying to control the position but Dall is working away.
Dall manages to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dall actively working from the bottom here.
Holzken controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 18 to 6.
Rodney Holzken seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK1B
Date: Jun 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 15593 p4p, 382 weight class) and Marcin Vanna (ranked 1618 p4p, 168 weight class). Holzken's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Marcin Vanna!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, George Francis and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vanna scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) Vanna
Vanna trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Holzken manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Holzken has his hands on Vanna's head, controlling the position.
Vanna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanna won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vanna can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vanna really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Holzken. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (2) Vanna
Holzken sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Holzken seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Vanna for as long as he can get away with.
Vanna keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vanna is keeping the position for now.
Holzken showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Vanna has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Holzken can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken content to stall in guard here.
Vanna can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Holzken seems to be looking for submissions.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to work for a kimura but Vanna is defending well.
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Vanna is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Holzken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vanna trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Holzken manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (2) Vanna
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Vanna wants to hold on but Holzken pushes him away.
Vanna is wriggling around trying to escape.
Holzken content just to control the position here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Vanna tries to hold on but Holzken postures up.
Vanna is trying to escape the mount.
Holzken takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken goes for an armbar but Vanna turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Vanna. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (5) vs (4) Vanna
Holzken looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Vanna is defending well. Holzken quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Vanna has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Holzken celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rodney Holzken!
An out of breath Rodney Holzken thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Marcin Vanna spoke after the fight, saying 'You win some you lose some not everything will go your way but at were fighting for that title'. |
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Event:
ADWGC 9
Date: Mar 15, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Morrison Jr. (ranked 1957 p4p, 194 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 16147 p4p, 476 weight class). Morrison Jr. comes into the arena with Face The Pain blaring out of the sound system. Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; David Morrison Jr.! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Excellent takedown into side control there by Morrison Jr.. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Morrison Jr. (4) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is looking to regain half guard here but Morrison Jr. keeps moving and retains side control.
Holzken manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (4) vs (2) Holzken
Morrison Jr. is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Morrison Jr. is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken is trying to control. Morrison Jr. wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison Jr. is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Morrison Jr. avoid being mounted?
Holzken stalling.
Morrison Jr. is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken is trying to work for a kimura but Morrison Jr. is defending well.
Morrison Jr. wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Morrison Jr. defends it well.
Morrison Jr.'s coaches at Mello MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. gets back to full guard.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Morrison Jr. keeps moving.
Morrison Jr. has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Holzken should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Morrison Jr. has tightened it up now! Holzken should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). David Morrison Jr.!
An out of breath David Morrison Jr. 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:
EMP Grappling 10
Date: Jan 25, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 16333 p4p, 597 weight class) and Rickson Kimura (ranked 8883 p4p, 585 weight class). Holzken comes to the cage accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Rickson Kimura!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Steve Montenegro and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kimura pushes Holzken up against the cage in a clinch.
Holzken gets control of Kimura's arms and successfully pulls guard. Holzken will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken trying to keep a closed guard but Kimura is proving a slippery customer.
My spies in EMPIRE BJJ Academy inform me that Kimura has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Holzken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kimura controls the pace.
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kimura trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken looking for a guillotine here but Kimura defends easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Kimura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kimura drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Holzken manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kimura has Holzken in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Kimura
Kimura trying to control the position.
Holzken looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kimura seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Kimura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Holzken won't allow Kimura to sweep him here.
Kimura working a defensive guard here.
Kimura controlling Holzken's posture.
Kimura looking to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kimura can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Holzken controls the pace.
Kimura not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kimura pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Holzken stands and throws Kimura's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Kimura
Holzken wants to control but Kimura is keeping him busy.
Holzken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kimura gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kimura manages to get to full guard.
Kimura trying to control the position.
Holzken has gone for a leg lock! Kimura slips out almost immediately though and dives into Holzken's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (5) vs (2) Kimura
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to control the position but Kimura postures up.
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kimura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kimura pushes down on Holzken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kimura is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kimura is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Kimura eventually gives up the hold.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Kimura is tapping! Great win for Holzken!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rodney Holzken!
A victorious Rodney Holzken 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:
OC! Grappling 8
Date: Jan 06, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rickson Kimura (ranked 9094 p4p, 593 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 16536 p4p, 609 weight class). Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 6 losses; Rickson Kimura! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Glass and Colin Fotheringham.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kimura clinches with his opponent.
Holzken jumps into guard, dragging Kimura to the mat.
Kimura wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kimura defends well.
Holzken working a defensive guard here.
Kimura engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Holzken is trying to control the position but Kimura postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kimura wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Kimura preventing the sweep.
Kimura controlling from the top position.
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kimura tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Kimura slips nicely into half guard.
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kimura pulls his head out easily.
Kimura 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.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kimura seems to be working for a kimura but Holzken defends the submission attempt.
Holzken is not content to let Kimura control the position.
Holzken tries to roll over but Kimura keeps him under control.
Holzken makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Holzken.
Holzken controls Kimura momentarily but Kimura frees himself.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kimura engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Holzken is pulling down on Kimura's head to control his posture.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Kimura from controlling successfully.
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Kimura from controlling successfully.
Kimura advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kimura (3) vs (0) Holzken
Kimura wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Holzken is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Holzken wants to control but Kimura postures up.
Holzken regains half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kimura is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Holzken is just riding it out for now. Kimura eventually gives up the hold.
Kimura seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Holzken is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rickson Kimura!
Our winner, Rickson Kimura, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 18, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rollo Gracie (ranked 652 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 8249 p4p, 0 weight class). Gracie kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Jiu Jitsu: Apaga Mas Não Bate. Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Rollo Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Nard Betker and Paul Aken.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gracie gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Gracie has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Holzken is trying to keep an underhook but Gracie manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is pressing down on Gracie's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken looking to control.
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gracie passes into half guard.
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Holzken does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken has a hand on Gracie's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Gracie takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (5) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken tries to reverse the position but Gracie maintains control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie wants to take Holzken's back but he can't do it this time.
Holzken wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Gracie (8) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken is trying to break free.
Holzken wants to control his opponent's hands but Gracie gets his hands free.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie keeps control of the position as Holzken tries to break free.
Gracie is trying to stick to Holzken's back but Holzken is turning into Gracie. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Gracie's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Holzken. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (8) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken has gone for a leg lock! Gracie slips out almost immediately though and dives into Holzken's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (10) vs (2) Holzken
Gracie wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gracie defends well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gracie stacks Holzken on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Gracie! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (13) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken prevents Gracie from moving into mount.
Holzken is looking to regain half guard here but Gracie keeps moving and retains side control.
Holzken is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Gracie is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gracie wants to control but Holzken is keeping him busy.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken actively working from the bottom here.
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
Gracie looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Gracie wants to free his trapped foot but Holzken is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken is pressing down on Gracie's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken looking for a guillotine here but Gracie defends easily.
Holzken is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gracie slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (16) vs (2) Holzken
Gracie controlling the position.
Holzken is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to escape the position but Gracie is controlling the position.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken is looking to regain half guard here but Gracie keeps moving and retains side control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Gracie has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Holzken! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracie (18) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Gracie (21) vs (2) Holzken
Gracie keeps control of the position as Holzken tries to break free.
Holzken keeps trying to improve his position.
Holzken preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Gracie.
Holzken can't escape the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken turns into Gracie and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (21) vs (4) Holzken
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie is controlling Holzken's posture.
Holzken postures up.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gracie manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gracie is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
My spies in Lucky Liam's MMA Academy inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Gracie can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Holzken controls the pace.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Holzken pushes his legs off easily.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Holzken has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Gracie is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Arcalimon Top Team, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie moves into full guard.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gracie is keeping the position for now.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Holzken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gracie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gracie tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Holzken wants to free his trapped foot but Gracie is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken seems to be working for a kimura but Gracie defends the submission attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie takes the fight on points by 21 to 4.
Rollo Gracie spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Morrison Lee (ranked 2002 p4p, 237 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 8228 p4p, 0 weight class). Lee comes into the arena with The Pretender blaring out of the sound system. Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. Rodney Holzken has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Morrison Lee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Aafke Stam and Paul Aken.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lee shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Holzken manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lee (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lee can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lee sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lee wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lee gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lee trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lee manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lee (2) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken 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.
Lee has his foot on Holzken's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Holzken works his way back into a safe position though.
Lee looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lee swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Lee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lee seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lee! Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (2) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Holzken is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Lee is surviving well by controlling Holzken's body position as best he can.
Holzken controlling the pace for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Lee is now in Holzken's guard. A big mistake from Holzken there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lee (4) vs (5) Holzken
Lee trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken is controlling Lee's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lee looking to pass the guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lee trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Lee tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Lee is looking to advance position but Holzken has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lee (4) vs (9) Holzken
Lee tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control but Lee is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lee is desperately trying to improve his position but Holzken has a good base and remains in mount.
Lee regains half guard.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Holzken is working for a submission of some sort.
Lee makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lee.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom.
Lee had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Holzken defends it easily.
Holzken passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (4) vs (12) Holzken
Holzken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lee keeps working.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lee is looking for a sweep.
Holzken staying calm.
Lee is trying to improve his position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the position but Lee is working away.
Lee tries to improve position but can't.
Holzken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Holzken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lee manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lee (6) vs (12) Holzken
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is not content to let Lee control the position.
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken won't allow Lee to pass to mount.
Lee trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lee is working away from the top position though.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Lee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lee trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Lee is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lee seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Holzken does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Lee prevents Holzken from improving his position.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
Lee is trying to control. Holzken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken is trying is best to control the position here.
Holzken is pressing down on Lee's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken is trying to control the position but Lee postures up.
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lee gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Holzken wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Lee advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (9) vs (12) Holzken
Lee works to advance to full mount. Holzken defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Lee (11) vs (12) Holzken
Holzken is squirming around, avoiding Lee's attempts to control the action.
Lee prevents Holzken from getting the reversal.
Lee looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Lee looking to control but Holzken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Holzken tries to control the position but Lee now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Lee (14) vs (12) Holzken
Lee looking for the RNC.
Holzken is in bad spot here.
Holzken trying to control the hands but Lee breaks the grip.
Lee controlling the position well here. Holzken rolled but Lee kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Lee trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Lee is not going to allow Holzken to sit and survive in this position.
Holzken is in bad spot here.
Holzken breaks Lee's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lee (14) vs (14) Holzken
Lee keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Lee.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Holzken gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Holzken wins on points by 15 to 14.
A very excited looking Rodney Holzken 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 23 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Morrison (ranked 2058 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 8200 p4p, 0 weight class). Morrison's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Diary of a Madman. Holzken has chosen Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 8 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Tiny Johnson and George Francis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Morrison shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Holzken is trying to defend but Morrison finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken wants to improve his position but Morrison is controlling well.
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Morrison has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison is trying to control the action in half guard but Holzken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control from the bottom.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morrison is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Holzken doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Morrison.
Holzken is looking to control Morrison's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?
Holzken is in trouble now - Morrison has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (5) vs (0) Holzken
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Morrison controlling the position easily from mount.
Morrison looking to control but Holzken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Holzken working to try and regain half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken has given up his back. Will we see Morrison going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Morrison (8) vs (0) Holzken
Morrison controlling from the back.
Holzken wants to escape the position.
Morrison is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Holzken is defending well though. Morrison let's go of the attempt for now.
You can see the frustration on Holzken's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control but not successfully.
Morrison working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Holzken tries to escape but Morrison has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Morrison not allowing Holzken to control his hands.
Morrison is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Holzken has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Morrison is not going to allow Holzken to sit and survive in this position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morrison controlling from the back.
Morrison 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, Holzken has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Morrison not allowing Holzken to control his hands.
Holzken defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is in bad spot here.
Holzken looking very determined here, making life difficult for Morrison.
I would not like to be Holzken right now.
Morrison seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Morrison tries to get the hooks in deep but Holzken pushed the leg off.
Holzken is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here.
Holzken tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Holzken is trying desperately to improve position.
Morrison wants to control the action but instead Holzken gets a body lock and reverses into Morrison's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (8) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Morrison is retaining full guard.
Morrison 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.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken advances to half guard.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morrison keeps working.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Morrison defending well.
Holzken works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (8) vs (5) Holzken
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holzken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is trying to reverse the position but instead Holzken has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Morrison (8) vs (8) Holzken
Morrison tries to escape the position.
Holzken is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Holzken has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Morrison is in real trouble here. Holzken gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Morrison is tapping out! Holzken wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rodney Holzken!
Our winner, Rodney Holzken, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 8155 p4p, 0 weight class) and Choke You (ranked 21514 p4p, 0 weight class). Holzken comes to the cage accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Choke You!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Gwen Towbar and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
A momentary lapse in concentration from Holzken enables You to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Holzken manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (0) vs (2) You
You preventing the sweep.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. You gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
You content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Holzken has locked up a guillotine! Holzken's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? You is holding on here and Holzken must be using up a lot of energy. You has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Holzken gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rodney Holzken!
A very excited looking Rodney Holzken 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 22 (170lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 02, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 6519 p4p, 0 weight class) and Atte Savitaipale (ranked 1402 p4p, 167 weight class). Holzken kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. Savitaipale has chosen Roger Whittaker - Finnish Whistler as his entrance music. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Atte Savitaipale!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Robert Twigg and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Savitaipale jumps guard and drags Holzken to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Savitaipale is pulling down on Holzken's head to control his posture.
We've been hearing good reports from Holzken'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.
Savitaipale is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Savitaipale tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Holzken thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Savitaipale is pulling down on Holzken's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken pushes down on Savitaipale's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Holzken is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Savitaipale has managed to free his arm - good work.
Savitaipale is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Savitaipale defends it.
Holzken is trying to control. Savitaipale wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Savitaipale slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Savitaipale controls Holzken momentarily but Holzken frees himself.
Savitaipale wants to sweep here but Holzken controlling him for the moment.
Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Holzken is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Savitaipale is keeping the position for now.
Holzken thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Savitaipale trying to control the position.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Savitaipale swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Savitaipale is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holzken controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Savitaipale has Holzken pulled in close to control his posture.
Holzken advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (3) vs (0) Savitaipale
Holzken tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Savitaipale is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Savitaipale tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken is trying to get an arm triangle but Savitaipale is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savitaipale is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Holzken's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Holzken content to control rather than advance.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Savitaipale wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Savitaipale moves into full guard.
Savitaipale is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Savitaipale keeps moving.
Holzken slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Savitaipale is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Holzken defends well.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Savitaipale is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Savitaipale is keeping the position for now.
Savitaipale manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Holzken manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (3) vs (2) Savitaipale
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Savitaipale defends well.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Savitaipale avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Savitaipale trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Savitaipale is still trying to improve position.
Holzken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Savitaipale manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (5) vs (2) Savitaipale
Holzken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Savitaipale is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Savitaipale.
Holzken slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Savitaipale not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Savitaipale wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Savitaipale keeps moving.
Holzken is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Savitaipale is looking for a triangle but Holzken pushes his legs off easily.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Savitaipale swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Savitaipale looking for a sweep. Not yet Savitaipale, not yet.
Savitaipale keeps trying to improve his position.
Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Holzken passes Savitaipale's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Holzken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Savitaipale does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Savitaipale is looking to improve his position.
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Savitaipale is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Savitaipale trying to control from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Savitaipale is looking to improve his position.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Savitaipale defends it.
Savitaipale is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken is trying to control the action in half guard but Savitaipale is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Savitaipale wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Savitaipale defends it well.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken wants to pass to mount but Savitaipale is defending the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Savitaipale manages to get to full guard.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Savitaipale.
Holzken passes Savitaipale's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Savitaipale wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Holzken is working for a kimura but Savitaipale is defending it quite comfortably.
Savitaipale is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Savitaipale is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Holzken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Savitaipale is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Holzken is controlling the pace.
Savitaipale actively working from the bottom here.
Savitaipale is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Savitaipale keeps working.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Savitaipale defending well.
Holzken is keen to just control but Savitaipale is a slippery customer.
Savitaipale wants to get back to full guard but Holzken has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (2) Savitaipale
Savitaipale really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Holzken wants to control the pace but Savitaipale is squirming around nicely.
Holzken controlling the position easily from mount.
Savitaipale tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Savitaipale tries to lock up and control but Holzken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Savitaipale bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (8) vs (4) Savitaipale
Holzken has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Savitaipale 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 Holzken. Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (7) Savitaipale
Holzken is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Savitaipale is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (8) vs (9) Savitaipale
Holzken regains half guard.
Holzken is in trouble now - Savitaipale has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (12) Savitaipale
Savitaipale controlling the pace for now.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to escape the mount.
Savitaipale tries to control but Holzken wriggling away.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Savitaipale jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Holzken is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Holzken and Savitaipale has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Savitaipale taking a breather here.
Savitaipale tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Savitaipale working away.
Savitaipale is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Holzken is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Holzken wants to control but Savitaipale postures up.
Holzken manages to get back to half guard.
Savitaipale is looking for a kimura but Holzken is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Savitaipale to get the leverage.
Savitaipale is trying to control the action in half guard but Holzken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Savitaipale 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.
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Savitaipale wins on points by 12 to 8.
Atte Savitaipale really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that KOMBAT KLOTHING logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
MMMA Fright Night 2
Date: Mar 14, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Holzken moves into the clinch.
Bujol goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bujol is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Holzken is looking for a takedown.
Holzken blocks a body shot from Bujol.
Bujol stalling the fight.
Holzken blocks a body shot from Bujol.
Holzken is trying to drag Bujol to the mat but Bujol just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bujol gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Holzken.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken wants a takedown.
#T1##TD#
Holzken has Bujol pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Holzken pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Bujol tumbling to the mat - Holzken dives into Bujol's guard.
Holzken prevents Bujol from getting back to his feet.
Bujol looking for a sweep. Not yet Bujol, not yet. #SUB2#
Bujol has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Holzken 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 Bujol.
Holzken tries to advance to mount but Bujol denies him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Bujol's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Holzken trying to control the action but Bujol is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Holzken is trying to get an arm triangle but Bujol is defending well. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bujol has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Holzken wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bujol, who protects the arm well.
Bujol is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Holzken has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Bujol tries to lock up and control but Holzken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3##SUB#
Holzken looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Holzken jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Bujol is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Bujol and Holzken has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
You can see the frustration on Bujol's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bujol keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken prevents Bujol from escaping the position.#SUB#
Holzken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bujol sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Holzken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bujol is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Bujol is trying to stand back up but Holzken is controlling him
#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Bujol is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Bujol is looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bujol is positioning himself well to prevent Holzken advancing to mount.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Bujol is working away.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Holzken wants to free his trapped foot but Bujol is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Holzken tries for a takedown but Bujol circles away easily
and Bujol counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A combination from Holzken does no damage.
Bujol swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Holzken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Bujol tries to sprawl but Holzken drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Holzken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bujol can do to turn this around?
Bujol works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bujol lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Bujol got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bujol has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
Bujol trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1##SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bujol advances position into side control!
Holzken is trying to improve his position.#SU2#
Bujol decides to stand back up. Bujol steps back and let's Holzken get back to his feet.
Holzken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bujol.#TD#
Holzken shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bujol manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Bujol looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holzken is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Holzken drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Holzken jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2#
Holzken is looking to pass into half guard but Bujol pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Bujol is in guard.#REVB#
Bujol's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bujol wants to stand but Holzken is controlling his posture from full guard.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Bujol from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Holzken looking for a guillotine here but Bujol defends easily.
Bujol trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bujol defends it easily.
Bujol pushes down on Holzken's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SU2#
Bujol decides to stand up.
Holzken shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bujol as he jumps to the side.
Bujol doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Bujol takes the fight into the clinch.
Bujol lands a right hand. #T4#
Holzken keeps control of Bujol as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bujol misses with some punches.
Holzken is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bujol pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Holzken drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bujol gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#BC2#
Bujol's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bujol throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bujol fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Holzken manages to avoid it.
Holzken lunges at Bujol with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bujol's hand.
Bujol avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Holzken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergio Bujol showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Holzken thuds his right hand into Bujol's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Holzken slips a jab from Bujol.#CL2#
Bujol gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Holzken wants to take the fight to the mat but Bujol manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bujol prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bujol effectively controlling the action here.
Bujol content to slow the pace in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bujol pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holzken prevents Bujol from breaking the clinch.
Holzken is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bujol pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bujol throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Bujol lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Holzken backwards.
Holzken tries to score a body lock takedown but Bujol shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bujol is trying to push Holzken away but Holzken has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bujol tries to break free but Holzken pushes him back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bujol.
Bujol is struggling to control the position.
Bujol is pressed up against the cage. Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bujol down to the mat. Bujol avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Holzken throws a nice looking combination but Bujol bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Holzken tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bujol defends well and Holzken ends up having to push Bujol into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bujol connects with a single shot there.
Bujol ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holzken moves away.
Bujol fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Bujol has closed the distance and engaged Holzken in a clinch.
#T2#
Holzken has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bujol is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bujol slowing the pace effectively.
Bujol is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bujol misses with a punch on the inside.
Bujol has had enough of the clinch but Holzken keeps him there for the moment.
Bujol looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bujol gets underhooks to prevent Holzken's takedown attempt.
Bujol has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bujol looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bujol misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Bujol looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Holzken wants to take the fight to the mat but Bujol manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Holzken has Bujol pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bujol manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Holzken wants a takedown but no success here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bujol is trying to break free.
Holzken has Bujol pressed against the cage, preventing Bujol from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Bujol misses with a hook to the ribs.
Holzken wants a takedown but no success here.
Bujol looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Bujol breaks the clinch.
Bujol tries to close the distance and clinch up but Holzken swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Holzken shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bujol pinned against the cage. Bujol gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Holzken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Holzken is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bujol sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sergio Bujol is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bujol throws a head kick that misses.
Bujol stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bujol wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bujol's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Bujol doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stalling in the clinch from Bujol.
Bujol gets underhooks to prevent Holzken's takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergio Bujol comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bujol 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergio Bujol!
After winning the bout, Sergio Bujol 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:
MMMA 63 Moors vs Alatalo 2
Date: Feb 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Head stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Head wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Holzken shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Head napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Head explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Holzken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Head is looking to counter the offense by Holzken and move into the clinch.
We've been informed that Holzken 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.#CL#
Head gets a clinch.
Head has a couple of punches blocked by Holzken.
Holzken tries for a takedown. No joy.
Garrick Head has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodney Holzken.
Head tries a body shot but Holzken blocks it.
I was talking to Head's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Holzken blocking some punches.
Holzken is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Head gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Head throws a head punch that misses.
Head lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Holzken backwards.
Head goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Holzken tries to score a body lock takedown but Head shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Holzken is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Head pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Holzken tries for a takedown but Head manages to get underhooks.
#T1#
Head misses with a punch on the inside.
Holzken blocks an uppercut.
Head misses with a punch on the inside.
Head misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Head is pressed up against the cage. Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Head down to the mat. Head avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Holzken doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Head will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Holzken scores with a punch to the head.
Head connects with a good right hand that stumbles Holzken. Holzken circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Head connects with a body shot.
Head scores with a decent looking hook.
Head showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Holzken.
Holzken throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#CL#
Head moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Holzken is working for takedown but Head is calmly controlling the position for now.
Head lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Head prevents a takedown attempt there.
Head misses with the head strike.
Holzken blocks a body shot from Head.
Head prevents a takedown attempt there.
Head is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Head swings wildly with an uppercut but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Head doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Head throws a punch but it's blocked by Holzken.
Holzken wants a takedown but no success here.
Head makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Head lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Head tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Holzken's elbow. #T3#
Head gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Holzken.
Holzken tries to score a body lock takedown but Head shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Head is pressed up against the cage. Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Head down to the mat. Head avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Holzken looks to land a left hand but Head moved out of range nicely.
Head scores with a nice body kick.
#CL#
Head rushes Holzken and presses him up against the cage.
Holzken blocks a body shot from Head.
Head scores with a hook to the body.
Head goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Head fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Head.
Head swings wildly with an uppercut but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Head has a couple of punches blocked by Holzken.
#TD2#
Holzken has clasped his hands together around Head's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Head might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Head tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Holzken is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Head is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Holzken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Head tries to escape but Holzken is in control. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Head knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Head controls the position for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Garrick Head dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Nice jab there from Head.
Holzken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Garrick Head is winning the standup battle so far.
Head misses with an uppercut.
Head comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Holzken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Holzken throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Head stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Holzken shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Head keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Holzken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Holzken tries to score a power double leg takedown but Head sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Holzken somewhat.
Garrick Head has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodney Holzken.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Head takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#TD2#
Holzken throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Head was covering up waiting for the punch and Holzken finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Head has his feet on Holzken's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T1#
Head looks to land a body kick but Holzken moved away.
Holzken tries a head kick but it misses.
Rodney Holzken is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
It seemed like Holzken was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Head ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Head swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holzken moves away.
Holzken shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Head as he jumps to the side.
Head swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Head avoids a punch combination nicely.
Head is looking to counter punch.
Head swings for the body but Holzken moves out of range.
Holzken scores with a nice right hand.
Holzken throws a leg kick but Head checks it.
Head dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Head works Holzken's body with a nice hook.
Holzken changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Head tries to avoid it but Holzken manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Head to the ground. Head escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Holzken is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Holzken shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Holzken showed some decent athleticism there. #ES#
Head kicks Holzken off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Holzken shoots in and drives through. Head sprawls well.
Head is looking to wear down Holzken with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL#
Head has closed the distance and engaged Holzken in a clinch.
Head doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Head lands a left hand that snaps the head of Holzken backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken.
Head lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Head.
A head punch on the inside from Head fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Head creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Head swings wildly with an uppercut but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Garrick Head has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Holzken blocks an uppercut.
#T3#
Head can't find room to land a body shot as Holzken controls the action.
Holzken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Head working aggressively here.
A short right from Head on the inside.
Head lands a left hand.
Holzken blocks a body shot from Head.
Head swings wildly with an uppercut but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Head has a couple of punches blocked by Holzken.
Still in the clinch, Head scores with a nice short uppercut.
Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Head avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Head.
Head tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Head is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Holzken can do to turn this around?
Holzken blocks an uppercut.
#T4#
Holzken is looking for a takedown.
Holzken tries to score a body lock takedown but Head shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Holzken tries for a takedown but Head manages to get underhooks.
Holzken is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Head gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Head lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Holzken can't get the takedown.
Head tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Head.
A head punch on the inside from Head fails to land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Head lands an uppercut.
Head misses with the head strike.
Head working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Holzken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Head misses with some punches.
Head misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Garrick Head dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Holzken avoids a kick to the body.
Holzken misses with a few strikes there.
Head displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Holzken.
Head is looking to counter the offense by Holzken and move into the clinch.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head moves away from the strike by Holzken.
Head seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#TD2#
Holzken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Head to the mat! Head manages to get full guard. #ES#
Head pushes Holzken off and scrambles back to his feet.
Holzken throws a right and a left that both miss.
Holzken takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Holzken rushes Head and presses him up against the cage.
Head presses Holzken against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Head prevents a takedown attempt there.
Head tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Head lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Holzken backwards.
Head lands a hook that snaps the head of Holzken backwards. #T1#
Head misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Head creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Holzken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Head.
Holzken blocks a body shot from Head.
A shot in the inside from Head.
Head misses with a punch on the inside.
Head misses with a short punch on the inside.
Holzken prevents a body shot from Head.
Head misses with a short punch on the inside.
Holzken's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Holzken blocks an uppercut.
Head working aggressively here.
Head lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Head working aggressively here.
Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Head avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Garrick Head has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodney Holzken.
Head misses with the head strike.
Holzken tries for a takedown. No joy.
Head tries to work over Holzken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rodney Holzken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Holzken has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Head after a bit of a struggle.
Holzken takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Head tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Head swings wildly with an uppercut but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Head misses with the head strike.
Holzken blocking some punches.
Head swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Holzken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Head tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken. #T3#
Head lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Holzken backwards.
Head misses with a hook from the clinch.
Holzken has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Head is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Holzken wants to take the fight to the mat but Head manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Holzken tries to score a body lock takedown but Head shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Holzken is trying to drag Head to the mat but Head just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Head prevents a takedown attempt there.
Head working aggressively here.
Head tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Holzken's elbow.
Holzken blocks an uppercut.
Head tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Head misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Head prevents the takedown attempt.
Head lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Holzken lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Holzken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Holzken blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken.
Holzken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Head lands a nice uppercut.
Holzken takes a shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Holzken prevents a body shot from Head.
Holzken misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Head creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Garrick Head is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken.
Head blocks an uppercut.
Head lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Holzken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken.
And that's the end of the fight!
Garrick Head showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Head 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Garrick Head!
Garrick Head thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
MMMA 59 Bunting vs Powell
Date: Jan 14, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Holzken rushes Hanma and presses him up against the cage.
Hanma tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Holzken's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken.
Holzken is working for takedown but Hanma is calmly controlling the position for now.
Holzken blocking some punches.
Hanma lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hanma.
Holzken blocks an uppercut.
Holzken has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hanma is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hanma struggles to land a body shot inside as Holzken controls his hands.
Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hanma avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holzken blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanma prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hanma struggles to land a body shot inside as Holzken controls his hands.
Hanma lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Holzken prevents a body shot from Hanma.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hanma creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Hanma doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hanma lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hanma lands an uppercut.
Hanma prevents a takedown attempt there.
Holzken blocking some punches.
Holzken can't get the takedown.
A shot in the inside from Hanma.
Hanma misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hanma tries a body shot but Holzken blocks it.
Hanma lands a shoulder strike.
Hanma throws a head punch that misses.
Hanma tries to work over Holzken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hanma misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hanma misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hanma fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T2#
Hanma gets underhooks to prevent Holzken's takedown attempt.
Holzken is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hanma misses with some punches.
Hanma misses with a punch to the body.
Hanma tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Holzken's elbow.
Hanma scores with a shot to the side of Holzken's head.
A nice left hand lands by Hanma.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hanma throws a head punch that misses.
Holzken is trying to drag Hanma to the mat but Hanma just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hanma lands a body shot.
Holzken is working for takedown but Hanma is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hanma struggles to land a body shot inside as Holzken controls his hands.
Hanma tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Holzken's elbow. #T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hanma. #TD#
Holzken wants the takedown. Hanma is fighting it off but Holzken persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Hanma's guard against the cage.
Holzken trying to control but Hanma is working from the bottom.
Hanma is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Holzken looking to sit in guard and control but Hanma gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Holzken 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Hanma from controlling successfully.
Hanma tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hanma tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hanma gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hanma 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. #T4#
Hanma trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hanma slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Holzken tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hanma moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Hanma wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holzken keeps working.
Hanma tries to move to mount but Holzken blocks the move with his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baki Hanma dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hanma moves away from the strike by Holzken.
Holzken's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hanma under the eye.
Holzken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hanma.
Holzken closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hanma circles away.
Hanma misses with a few strikes there.
Holzken shoots in but no luck this time.
Hanma looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Holzken fails to land with a series of punches.
A jab from Hanma finds it's way through Holzken's defenses.
Holzken connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hanma momentarily.
Holzken misses with a straight right.
Rodney Holzken is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Hanma misses.
Hanma has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Holzken throws a lazy uppercut
and Hanma counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Hanma lands a jab to Holzken's midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Holzken looks to throw the jab but Hanma is out of range.
Holzken throws a leg kick but Hanma sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hanma tries a quick counter leg kick but Holzken is wise to it.
Holzken throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hanma throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hanma throws a low kick, looking for Holzken's leg but Holzken calmly moves out of range.
Holzken throws a combination. Hanma tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T1#
Hanma defending well as Holzken loads up on a big left hand.
Hanma has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Baki Hanma seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Holzken changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hanma looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Holzken tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Hanma can't do much from the bottom here.
Hanma gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hanma works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hanma keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Hanma is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rodney Holzken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Hanma is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Hanma is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Holzken defends well.#T2#
Hanma has control of Holzken's left arm, preventing Holzken from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hanma looking for a sweep. Not yet Hanma, not yet. #SUB2#
Hanma looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Holzken is defending well. Hanma quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Holzken has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Hanma celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Baki Hanma!
After the fight, Baki Hanma 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.
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D1): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken (ranked 1757 p4p, 190 weight class) and Gaia Ky Jr (ranked 19000 p4p, 0 weight class). Holzken comes to the cage accompanied by Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You. 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 6 losses; Gaia Ky Jr!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Tarja Halkonen and Roosa Järviläinen.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ky Jr tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Holzken defends well and Ky Jr ends up having to push Holzken into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Holzken scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Ky Jr
Ky Jr 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ky Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ky Jr.
Ky Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Holzken defends well.
Holzken drops back looking for a leg! Ky Jr is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ky Jr manages to kick Holzken off! Holzken jumps back into Ky Jr's guard.
Holzken trying to move into half guard but instead Ky Jr has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (2) Ky Jr
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ky Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Holzken is adopting a defensive guard.
Ky Jr 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ky Jr wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken looking for a guillotine here but Ky Jr defends easily.
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ky Jr defends it easily.
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ky Jr gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Holzken is looking for a triangle but Ky Jr pushes his legs off easily.
Ky Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ky Jr has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ky Jr defends well.
Ky Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ky Jr trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ky Jr defends it easily.
Ky Jr wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ky Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Ky Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Ky Jr advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (2) vs (5) Ky Jr
Holzken tries to bench press Ky Jr off him but Ky Jr keeps the position.
Holzken stops Ky Jr from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Holzken's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ky Jr taking a breather here.
Holzken tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ky Jr wants to control but Holzken is keeping him busy.
Holzken tries to improve position but can't.
Ky Jr controls the position.
Holzken is trying to improve his position.
Ky Jr taking a breather here.
Ky Jr tries to move into full mount but can't pass Holzken's legs.
Holzken tries to bench press Ky Jr off him but Ky Jr keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ky Jr controls the position from side control.
Holzken is trying to control Ky Jr's posture but Ky Jr avoids it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ky Jr advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Holzken (2) vs (7) Ky Jr
Holzken is squirming around, avoiding Ky Jr's attempts to control the action.
Ky Jr controlling from mount.
It looks like Ky Jr might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Ky Jr wants to control the pace but Holzken is squirming around nicely.
Ky Jr might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Holzken haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Ky Jr prevents Holzken from getting the reversal.
Ky Jr controlling his opponent.
Holzken working to try and regain half guard.
Ky Jr wants to control the pace but Holzken is squirming around nicely.
Holzken is trying to escape the mount.
Ky Jr controlling the pace for now.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking to get to half guard.
Ky Jr looking to control and managing it successfully.
Holzken tries to reverse the position but Ky Jr maintains control.
Ky Jr takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Holzken regains half guard.
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ky Jr pulls his head out easily.
Ky Jr is working for a kimura but Holzken is defending it quite comfortably.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking to improve his position.
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Ky Jr has control of the leg.
Ky Jr content to control rather than advance.
Ky Jr prevents Holzken from improving his position.
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ky Jr pulls his head out easily.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ky Jr is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (2) vs (10) Ky Jr
Ky Jr tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ky Jr trying to control but Holzken is having none of it.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Holzken tries to hold on but Ky Jr postures up.
Holzken can't escape the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ky Jr controlling his opponent.
Ky Jr looking to control but Holzken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Holzken tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ky Jr controlling the pace for now.
Holzken is squirming around, avoiding Ky Jr's attempts to control the action.
Ky Jr tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ky Jr can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Holzken is looking to escape.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken working to try and regain half guard.
Holzken regains half guard.
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
Ky Jr looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Holzken wants to control but Ky Jr is keeping busy.
Holzken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ky Jr in particular looking to stall.
Ky Jr wants to pass to mount but Holzken is defending the position.
Holzken is concentrating on defense, preventing Ky Jr from advancing position.
Ky Jr is taking a breather. Holzken says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ky Jr content to control rather than advance.
Holzken looking for submissions off his back.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ky Jr passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (2) vs (13) Ky Jr
Ky Jr controlling his opponent.
Ky Jr tries to control but Holzken wriggling away.
Ky Jr sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ky Jr trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken can't escape the position.
Ky Jr wants to control the pace but Holzken is squirming around nicely.
Holzken 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.
Holzken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ky Jr pulls his head out easily.
Ky Jr is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ky Jr tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holzken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ky Jr wins on points by 13 to 2.
Gaia Ky Jr was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
MMMA Clown Caos 25
Date: Nov 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Chambers takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#TD#
Chambers looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Chambers throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Holzken works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chambers trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chambers working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Chambers tries to pass.
Chambers is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Holzken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chambers throwing strikes but missing.
Chambers trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chambers postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Holzken working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chambers doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chambers manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chambers in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Chambers cracks Holzken with a solid left hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chambers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Holzken 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.
Chambers 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.
Chambers preventing the sweep.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Chambers from controlling successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Chambers'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.
Chambers showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2##SUB2#
Chambers is sitting in close to Holzken's body. Holzken has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Chambers is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Chambers is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Holzken.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rodney Holzken!
Rodney Holzken spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
TWGC 18 (170lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 18, 2017 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Akeen Coker (ranked 143 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rodney Holzken (ranked 2664 p4p, 276 weight class). Holzken comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Justin Bieber ft. Ariana Grande - Let Me Think Bout You kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! 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 Rodney Holzken was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Akeen Coker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Coker gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Coker ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Coker no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Coker is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coker (2) vs (0) Holzken
Holzken works his way to full guard. Good work.
Coker trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken is controlling Coker's posture.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Coker from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Holzken is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coker (2) vs (2) Holzken
That's one minute gone in the round.
Coker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holzken trying to control but Coker is working from the bottom.
Holzken lying in Coker's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Coker decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Holzken taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Akeen Coker!
A very excited looking Akeen Coker 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:
UFC 1-It Has Begun!
Date: Jul 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Holzken has his takedown stuffed
and Gatsby cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Holzken shoots in and bounces Gatsby off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Gatsby trying to control the position here.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Gatsby.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Holzken won't allow Gatsby to sweep him here. #T1#
Holzken is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Holzken sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Gatsby looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Holzken seems keen to control Gatsby's posture.
Holzken is continuing to stall.
Gatsby trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Gatsby throws an elbow that misses. Holzken uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gatsby's guard. Nice move by Holzken!#REVB#
Gatsby is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gatsby bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Holzken's guard. #REVR#
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Holzken managing to control the position. #T3#
Gatsby throws an elbow that misses. Holzken uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gatsby's guard. Nice move by Holzken!#REVB##SUB#
Gatsby working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Holzken has passed into half guard!
Holzken is taking a breather. Gatsby says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gatsby misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Holzken trying to control the pace. #T4#
Gatsby trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Holzken's attempts to control the action.
Gatsby throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Holzken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken prevents Gatsby from getting the reversal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that round.
That's time! Gatsby's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Holzken shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gatsby's guard.
Gatsby wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Holzken is now in half guard.
Gatsby is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
#T1#
Holzken works his foot free and advances to mount.
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Holzken blocks Gatsby's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Gatsby can't escape the position.
#T2#
Holzken content just to control the position here.
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Rodney Holzken has got the better of the ground game so far.
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Holzken has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at LOD:NYC Striking Academy . Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T3#
Gatsby is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Holzken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Holzken controlling the position easily from mount.
Gatsby is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby regains half guard.
Gatsby tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Holzken has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Holzken shoots in but no luck this time.
Holzken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Holzken enables Gatsby to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Holzken manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gatsby trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Holzken seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gatsby loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gatsby throws a strike but Holzken rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gatsby swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but instead Holzken has moved into half guard.
#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken not doing much here.
Holzken blocks the strikes from Gatsby.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Gatsby works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gatsby is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back!
Gatsby misses with punches from the back. #T3#
Holzken trying to control the action but Gatsby just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Gatsby looking for the choke but no joy.
Gatsby throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Holzken covering up well under a series of strikes from Gatsby.
Holzken just trying to survive but Gatsby is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gatsby is punishing Holzken with strikes - can he finish him?!
Gatsby lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Holzken hold on?!
#T4#
Gatsby throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Holzken just trying to survive but Gatsby is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gatsby throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Holzken trying to control but not successfully.
Holzken tries to escape the position.
Gatsby misses with an elbow to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Holzken defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Gatsby throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Gatsby showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Holzken 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight for Rodney Holzken!
Joe Gatsby wins by split decision!
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Event:
UGD 65:Pulkkinen Vs Cotto
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Clavette gets caught napping as Holzken dives in and scores a takedown. Clavette manages to retain guard.
Holzken prevents Clavette from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Clavette is keeping the position.#ES2#
Clavette is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Holzken presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD#
Holzken pulls Clavette into guard.
Holzken is pulling down on Clavette's head to control his posture.
Holzken has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Clavette trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken has his hands on Clavette's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clavette slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Clavette pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Clavette sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Holzken has Clavette pulled in close to control his posture.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Clavette throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Holzken throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Clavette was covering up waiting for the punch and Holzken finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Holzken trying to control but Clavette is working from the bottom. #T2#
Holzken advances to half guard.
Clavette pushes Holzken off looking to stand but Holzken dives back in and keeps control.
#ES2#
Clavette kicks off Holzken and gets to his feet.
Clavette misses with a series of wild punches.
Holzken takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Holzken looks for a takedown but Clavette sprawls well.
Holzken will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Clavette walks into a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Holzken fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Holzken. #TD#
Holzken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Clavette to the mat! Clavette manages to get full guard.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Clavette is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Clavette is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Clavette wants to get back to his feet but Holzken is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Clavette pushes Holzken off and gets back to his feet.
Clavette tries a low kick but Holzken avoids it.#T4##TD#
Holzken shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Clavette napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Holzken wants to control for a moment but Clavette uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Holzken is working for a kimura but Clavette is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Holzken is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Clavette doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Holzken. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Raoul Clavette 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##TD#
Holzken shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Clavette is trying to stand back up but Holzken is controlling him
#SUB#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Clavette is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Clavette is trying to stand back up but Holzken is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Holzken is working for a kimura but Clavette is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1##SUB#
Holzken seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Holzken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Holzken seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Clavette has recovered full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Clavette is keeping the position for now.
Clavette wants to stand up but Holzken is controlling him.
Rodney Holzken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Holzken is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Clavette is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Holzken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Holzken shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Holzken showed some decent athleticism there. #T3##SUB#
Holzken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Clavette won't allow it.
Clavette wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Holzken is trying to work for a kimura but Clavette is defending well.
Clavette is trying to stand back up but Holzken is controlling him
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Clavette is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Clavette is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Clavette pushes Holzken off looking to stand but Holzken dives back in and keeps control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken tries to score a power double leg takedown but Clavette sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Holzken somewhat.
Clavette keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Holzken shoots in looking for a takedown. Clavette tries to sprawl out of it but Holzken keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Clavette manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Holzken with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Clavette to score with a decent uppercut.#CL2#
Clavette closes the distance and pushes Holzken back into the cage.#TD#
Holzken turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Clavette is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Holzken tries to advance to mount but Clavette denies him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clavette is pushing Holzken's head away, looking to escape. Holzken manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB#
Holzken thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Holzken looking to control but instead Clavette has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T1##SUB#
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Clavette is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Clavette defends it. #SUB#
Holzken 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.
Clavette tries to kick Holzken off in order to stand up. Holzken Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Holzken swings around for an armbar but Clavette sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Holzken's guard.
Clavette controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Clavette throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Holzken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Clavette controls the pace.
Clavette must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Clavette pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Clavette stays in close to Holzken's body and controls the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Clavette looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Holzken tries to counter by clinching up but Clavette breaks away and moves out of range.
Clavette lands an overhand right.
Holzken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Clavette throws the left hand but Holzken avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Clavette looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.#TD#
Holzken darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Clavette tries to kick Holzken off but Holzken keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Clavette has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Holzken is on him like a limpet, forcing Clavette back against the cage.
Clavette is trying to pull guard but Holzken turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Holzken tries for a takedown but Clavette manages to get underhooks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Holzken lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Clavette wants to get back to his feet.
#ES2#
Clavette has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Holzken is on him like a limpet, forcing Clavette back against the cage.#TD2#
Clavette has hold of one of Holzken's legs. Holzken is fighting the takedown attempt but Clavette gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Clavette looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Raoul Clavette comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Clavette 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Raoul Clavette!
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Event:
UGD 61:Palmer Vs Usyk
Date: Jun 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Holzken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Holzken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lord defends it well.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lord was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Lord takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Holzken swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Lord to counter with a crisp jab.
Holzken lands a right hook to the body.
Lord throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Holzken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab from Lord misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken throws a hook but Lord avoids it easily.
Holzken's coach down at Tayne's 4d3d3d3 Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Holzken's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Holzken loads up on a big right hand but Lord slips the punch.
Holzken connects with a body shot that sends Lord's belly button to the back.#T1#
Good leg kick by Lord there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A swing and a miss from Lord.
Lord buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Holzken misses with a wild body shot.
Lord scores with a punch to the head.
Holzken throws a poor cross that misses
and Lord connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Holzken throws a hook but Lord avoids it easily.
Lord was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lord throws a right and a left that Holzken avoids nicely.
Lord defending well as Holzken loads up on a big left hand.
Holzken connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T2#
Lord misses with a straight left.
Holzken appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Holzken loads up on a big right hand but Lord slips the punch.
Holzken pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Lord on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Holzken lands a jab to Lord's midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Holzken misses.
Lord is looking to clinch.
Holzken works Lord's body with a nice hook.
Holzken throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from Holzken misses its intended target.
Holzken misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Holzken misses with a series of wild punches.
Holzken scores with a punch to the head.
Holzken throws a shot to the body.
Lord takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lord blocks a jab.
A combination from Holzken does no damage.
Lord throws a hook but Holzken blocks it.
Lord throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4##CL#
Lord fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Holzken, pushing him back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lord.
Lord lands a right hand that snaps the head of Holzken backwards.
Lord struggles to land a body shot inside as Holzken controls his hands.
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!
Holzken throws a head punch that misses.
Holzken scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken. #TD2#
Holzken manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Holzken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lord can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Lord avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lord is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Holzken is looking to sweep but instead, Lord has passed into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lord keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Holzken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lord throws a body shot but no joy.
Lord slips under a jab.
Lord thuds his shin into the meat of Holzken's side.
An inside leg kick from Lord misses.
Holzken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Holzken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lord.
Holzken lands with a nice combination. Lord backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#
It looks like Selfie Lord has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lord pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Holzken was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Lord closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Holzken is trying to pull guard but Lord turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Lord manages to break the clinch.
Holzken takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Lord takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Holzken throws a hook but Lord blocks it.
Lord fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Holzken manages to avoid it.
Holzken appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Holzken swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lord counters with a straight right hand.
Lord takes one to the chin there.
Lord tests Holzken's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rodney Holzken seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big left from Holzken misses.
Holzken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lord connects with a jab.#T2#
Holzken connects with a crisp jab.
Holzken throws a big shot that misses.
Holzken connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Holzken scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lord slips under a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Lord on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Holzken throws a big shot that misses.
Holzken cracks a nice hook into Lord's ribs.
Lord shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Holzken misses with a hook
and Lord counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Holzken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lord.
#T3#
Lord ducks under a wild hook from Holzken.
Lord ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holzken moves away.
Lord lands an overhand right.
Lord works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Holzken moves out of range as Lord strikes.
Lord misses the jab.
Lord misses with a looping right.
Lord misses the jab.
Lord slips a straight right by Holzken.#T4#
Lord misses with a body shot.
Holzken connects with a body shot that sends Lord's belly button to the back.
Lord tries a low kick but Holzken avoids it.
Holzken slips under a jab from Lord.
Holzken avoids the body shot from Lord.
Lord tries to bum rush Holzken with a series of wild strikes but Holzken uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Holzken gets tackled into the cage by Lord. Lord maintains the clinch.
Lord misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lord swings wildly with an uppercut but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Holzken fails to land.
Holzken wants a takedown but no success here.
Lord makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Selfie Lord will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Selfie Lord'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. 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 right from Holzken misses.
Lord looks to score with a jab to the body but Holzken is just out of range.
Lord swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Holzken throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lord counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lord scores with the left hand. Holzken knows he should have avoided that one.
Holzken throws the left hand but Lord avoids the punch easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Lord misses its target.
Holzken uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lord.
A nice side step and Holzken releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lord throws a right and a left that Holzken avoids nicely.
Holzken misses with an uppercut
and Holzken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Lord moves into the clinch.#T1#
Lord misses with a punch on the inside.
Lord throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Holzken pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Holzken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holzken wants to sweep here but Lord controlling him for the moment. #SU#
Lord decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Holzken throws a jab when Lord was well out of range.
Lord is looking to counter punch.
Holzken throws the left hand but Lord avoids the punch easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Holzken.#T2#
Holzken misses with a left hand
and Lord connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Holzken misses with a body punch
and Holzken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Holzken avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lord lands with an uppercut that bounces Holzken off the cage and back into range.
Holzken misses with an uppercut
#KD#
and Lord counters with a nice right hand that sends Holzken toppling to the canvas! Holzken scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Lord finish him?!#ROC#
Holzken is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lord fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Holzken square on the jaw! Damn, Holzken is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Selfie Lord!
A very excited looking Selfie Lord 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:
UGD 54:Escobarre Vs Zaire
Date: Apr 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Holzken shoots in for a takedown but Lord shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Lord misses the target.
Holzken shoots in for a double leg but Lord sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Holzken fails with the takedown.
Selfie Lord has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodney Holzken.
Nice sprawl there from Lord as Holzken shoots in.
Holzken shoots in but Lord avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Holzken shoots in looking for a takedown. Lord tries to sprawl out of it but Holzken keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lord manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Holzken misses with a takedown
letting Lord counter with a right hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Holzken.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lord misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lord connects with a body shot that sends Holzken's belly button to the back.
Lord looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Holzken dives in for a single leg takedown but Lord sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Holzken tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lord swivels and escapes.
Holzken looks winded!
Holzken tries for a takedown but Lord circles away easily
and Lord counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Lord fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lord darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lord dips to his left and cracks Holzken with an uppercut!
Lord connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Holzken's hands.#ROC#
Holzken is rocked!
Holzken misses with a takedown
and Lord counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Holzken is still on wobbly legs! Can Lord finish him?
Lord connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Holzken seems to have recovered his senses.
Holzken misses with a takedown attempt #KD#
and Lord counters with a nice right hand that sends Holzken toppling to the canvas! Holzken scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Lord finish him?!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Holzken fails with a takedown attempt.
Lord lands a body shot.
Holzken takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Holzken darts in looking for a takedown but Lord gets double underhooks and turns Holzken into the cage. #T2#
Lord lands a right hook to the body.
Holzken on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Rodney Holzken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD#
Lord cracks Holzken with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Lord has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Holzken to stand back up!
Lord throws an overhand right that drops Holzken like a sack of potatoes! Lord dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Selfie Lord!
During a confident post fight interview, Selfie Lord thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
UGD 50:Palmer Vs Buster
Date: Mar 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Zhai scores with a leg kick.
Holzken staying out of range there.
Holzken tries to counter with a takedown but Zhai is quick to defend against it.
An inside leg kick lands from Zhai.
Holzken doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Zang Zhai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhai swings for the body but Holzken moves out of range.
Zhai tries to close the distance and clinch but Holzken swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Holzken throwing a counter right hand but Zhai manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick lands from Zhai.
Holzken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Holzken feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
A lazy body kick from Zhai
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Zhai is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Holzken takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A chopping leg kick lands by Zhai.
Holzken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Zhai throws a lazy right hand but Holzken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Holzken circles away from the clinch attempt.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Zhai.
Zhai tries to clinch
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zhai throws a poor cross that misses
and Holzken connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zhai swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Holzken counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zhai pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Zhai wants to slow Holzken down by chopping away at his legs.
Zhai tries to land a body kick
and Holzken counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Zhai throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Holzken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Holzken swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Holzken walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A nice inside leg kick there by Zhai. That's going to slow Holzken down.
Nice body punch from Zhai.
Holzken avoids the body shot from Zhai.
Holzken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Holzken tries to counter with a takedown but Zhai is quick to defend against it.#T4#
Zhai misses with a left hand
and Holzken counters with a nice uppercut.
Zhai wants to clinch up but Holzken keeps it at a distance.
Holzken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Zhai lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Holzken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zhai keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Zhai throws a poor cross that misses
and Holzken counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zhai throws out a leg kick but Holzken moves out of range and Zhai only half commits.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zang Zhai dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Zhai throws a lazy uppercut
and Holzken counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Zhai thinking.
Holzken is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Holzken steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Zhai. That one must have hurt.
Zhai throws a leg kick
and Holzken counters with a right hand to the body.
A slow jab from Zhai misses its intended target.
A telegraphed right hand from Zhai misses the target.
Holzken swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhai throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Holzken.
Zhai wants to slow Holzken down by chopping away at his legs.
Zhai has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Good shot there by Zhai.
Holzken moves out of range as Zhai throws a body kick.
Holzken swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Zhai is looking to land body kicks.
Holzken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zhai sprawls and moves away.
Zhai thows a leg kick but Holzken checks it #TD#
and Holzken counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zhai swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zhai pulls Holzken in close to his closed guard and prevents Holzken from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zhai is continuing to stall.#T2#
Holzken controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zhai seems keen to control Holzken's posture.
Holzken's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Zhai managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Holzken gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zhai.
Zhai misses with a wild body shot.
Zhai misses with a kick to the body
and Holzken connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zhai pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Zhai scores with a jab to the jaw.
Zhai throws a leg kick
and Holzken makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Zhai misses with an uppercut
and Holzken connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zhai swings widly with a right hand
and Holzken counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Zhai lands with a straight right. Holzken didn't see that one coming.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhai tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Holzken swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Zang Zhai will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Zhai scores with a push kick.
Zhai connects with a single shot there.
Zhai getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Zhai misses with a hook.
Zhai throws a jab when Holzken was well out of range.
It looks like Holzken has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A low kick from Zhai misses #TD#
and Holzken counters with a nice double leg into side control. Zhai won't be happy with that. #T1#
Zhai keeping his opponent close.
Zhai is trying to escape the position but Holzken is controlling the position.
Holzken trying to control the position but Zhai is working away.
Holzken is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zhai keeps working.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Holzken is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Zhai's shoulder. That is not cool. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Holzken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Holzken misses the target.
Zang Zhai seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Zhai lands with a nice body punch.
Zhai rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Holzken counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Zhai thinking.
Zhai throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Zang Zhai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zhai gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Holzken counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zhai swings widly with a right hand
and Holzken counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Zhai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Holzken.
Rodney Holzken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Zhai finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Holzken misses the target.
Zhai throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Holzken counters with a stiff right hand.
Holzken moves out of range as Zhai strikes.
Holzken swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Zhai misses with a right hand
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Zhai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhai just misses with a punch to the body.
Zhai moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
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 Rodney Holzken.
I think Zhai 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zang Zhai!
An out of breath Zang Zhai 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:
TWGC 15 (155lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Mar 13, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Morrison and Rodney Holzken. Chooooooooon! I think Morrison might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Diary of a Madman. This should be fireworks!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Radbod Blank and Aafke Stam.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Holzken with a lazy takedown attempt
and Morrison counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (0) Holzken
Morrison is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morrison not doing much here.
Morrison is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Holzken defends it well.
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Morrison has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken regains full guard. Nicely done.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken controlling the position.
Holzken looking for a sweep. Not yet Holzken, not yet.
Holzken is pulling down on Morrison's head to control his posture.
Holzken 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.
Holzken pulls Morrison in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Morrison sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to keep Morrison in close.
Morrison stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Morrison gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Morrison tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Morrison won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Holzken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Morrison is trying to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is trying to control but can't.
Morrison tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken is keen to just control but Morrison is a slippery customer.
Morrison is looking to improve his position.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Morrison is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Morrison defends it.
Holzken keeps trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Morrison'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.
Morrison gets back to full guard.
Morrison had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Holzken defends it easily.
Morrison is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Morrison tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Morrison is working hard here to advance position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Morrison (6) vs (2) Holzken
Holzken can't escape the position.
Morrison is not going to allow Holzken to sit and survive in this position.
Holzken tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Holzken is trying to escape the mount.
Morrison can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Holzken is looking to escape.
Holzken reaches up and holds on to Morrison to control the position.
Holzken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is squirming around, avoiding Morrison's attempts to control the action.
Morrison wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Holzken is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Morrison.
Holzken sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Morrison prevents Holzken from improving his position.
Morrison tries to pass to full mount but Holzken defends it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Holzken gets back to full guard.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Morrison manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (6) vs (4) Holzken
Morrison lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (8) vs (4) Holzken
Morrison trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Morrison trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken trying to control the position.
Morrison tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Holzken looking to control.
Morrison showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Morrison trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Morrison trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Holzken managing to control the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control.
Holzken has control of Morrison's left arm, preventing Morrison from doing any damage.
Holzken's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully.
Morrison trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken wants to sweep here but Morrison controlling him for the moment.
Holzken pulls Morrison in close to his closed guard and prevents Morrison from doing any damage or advancing position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully.
Morrison pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Holzken is keeping the position for now.
Morrison looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Holzken has control of Morrison's left arm, preventing Morrison from doing any damage.
Holzken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Morrison controls the pace.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morrison doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Morrison manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully.
Morrison stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holzken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morrison trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morrison wants to pass the guard but Holzken is keeping the position.
Holzken trying to control the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Holzken keeps moving.
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Holzken holds on and takes a little breather.
Holzken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (8) vs (6) Holzken
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morrison keeps working.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Morrison is looking to improve his position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Morrison looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Holzken prevents Morrison from improving his position.
Morrison is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Holzken stalling.
Morrison is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Morrison.
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison takes the fight on points by 8 to 6.
After winning the bout, David Morrison 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 15 (155lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 05, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rodney Holzken and The Steel Penn. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Rodney Holzken! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; The Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Holzken showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Holzken (2) vs (0) Steel Penn
Holzken seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Steel Penn won't allow it.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holzken is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Holzken will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Steel Penn defends it.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Steel Penn gets full guard.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Steel Penn is not content to let Holzken control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Steel Penn defends it.
Steel Penn desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Holzken wants to free his trapped foot but Steel Penn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (5) vs (0) Steel Penn
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Steel Penn is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken trying to control but Steel Penn is having none of it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Holzken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Holzken has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Holzken prevents Steel Penn from getting the reversal.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
Holzken controlling the pace.
Steel Penn is pressing down on Holzken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Steel Penn pulls Holzken in close to prevent any damage.
Steel Penn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is fighting to break Steel Penn's control of his arms but Steel Penn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
Steel Penn has control of Holzken's left arm, preventing Holzken from doing any damage.
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holzken is one step ahead there.
Holzken is pushing down on Steel Penn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Steel Penn is fighting to maintain full guard but Holzken has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Steel Penn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Well, if Holzken is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Steel Penn wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Holzken looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Holzken is trying to control. Steel Penn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Steel Penn! Score +3 for passing guard: Holzken (8) vs (0) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Holzken (11) vs (0) Steel Penn
Holzken is looking to control Steel Penn but Steel Penn is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Steel Penn trying to control the hands but Holzken breaks the grip.
You can see the frustration on Steel Penn's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Holzken not allowing Steel Penn to control his hands.
Holzken trying to control momentarily.
Steel Penn is really stuck here.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn staying busy and making it hard for Holzken to control.
What can Steel Penn do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Holzken keeps control of the position as Steel Penn tries to break free.
Holzken controlling the position well here. Steel Penn rolled but Holzken kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Steel Penn prevents Holzken from getting a body triangle.
Steel Penn rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Steel Penn won't allow it.
Steel Penn tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Steel Penn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken is taking a breather. Steel Penn says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Steel Penn is trying to control but can't.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Steel Penn won't allow Holzken to pass to mount.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
In his post fight interview, Rodney Holzken started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated The Steel Penn had this to say: 'I will be back. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 15 (155lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kevin Johnson and Rodney Holzken. Johnson's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Icky Thump. 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Kevin Johnson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Holzken shows good takedown defense.
Holzken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Johnson to the mat! Johnson manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Johnson (0) vs (2) Holzken
Johnson working for submissions but it's allowed Holzken to get to half guard.
Johnson manages to get to full guard.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johnson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Holzken manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Johnson (2) vs (2) Holzken
Johnson tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Holzken is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Johnson trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Johnson (2) vs (4) Holzken
Holzken won't allow Johnson to sweep him here.
Johnson is working hard here to advance position.
Johnson is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Holzken is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holzken's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Johnson looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Holzken is looking to advance position but Johnson won't allow it.
Holzken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Johnson! Score +3 for passing guard: Johnson (2) vs (7) Holzken
Johnson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Johnson regains half guard.
Holzken prevents Johnson from improving his position.
Holzken slows the pace down in half guard.
Johnson trying to control here.
Holzken slows the pace down in half guard.
Johnson tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Johnson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Holzken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Holzken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Holzken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Johnson.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Johnson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Holzken looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Johnson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Johnson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Holzken advances to half guard.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Johnson is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Johnson moves into full guard.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Johnson is keeping the position.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Holzken is pushing down on Johnson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Johnson is fighting to maintain full guard but Holzken has managed to sneak the leg through.
Johnson wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Johnson is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Johnson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Elite Strikers, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Johnson is defending well.
Johnson is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Johnson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Holzken is stalling in the full guard.
Johnson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Holzken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Johnson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Holzken is now in half guard.
Johnson wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Johnson is positioning himself well to prevent Holzken advancing to mount.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Johnson is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken wants to take a breather but Johnson is having none of it.
Johnson is doing well to control the position and prevent Holzken from advancing to side control.
Holzken stalling.
Johnson is trying to control but can't.
Holzken stalling.
Johnson tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Holzken passes into side control, despite Johnson's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Johnson (2) vs (10) Holzken
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working.
Holzken tries to advance to mount but Johnson denies him.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Holzken wants to control but Johnson is keeping him busy.
Johnson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Holzken is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Johnson (2) vs (12) Holzken
Holzken content just to control the position here.
Johnson reaches up to try and control the position but Holzken seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Johnson rolls and tries to escape and now Holzken has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Johnson (2) vs (15) Holzken
Holzken is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Holzken tries to get the hooks in deep but Johnson pushed the leg off.
Holzken controls the action.
Johnson tries to escape the position.
Holzken really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Johnson.
Johnson prevents Holzken from getting a body triangle.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Johnson trying to control the action but Holzken just sinks the hooks in.
Johnson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Holzken.
I really don't envy Johnson right now.
Holzken biding his time, controlling Johnson.
Holzken controlling well, preventing Johnson from escaping the position.
Holzken is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Johnson tries to escape the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Holzken is riding his opponent, not letting Johnson buck him off.
Johnson can't escape the position.
Holzken is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Holzken is hanging on to Johnson's back as he tries to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken avoiding Johnson 's attempts to control his hands.
Holzken trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Johnson doesn't escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 15 to 2.
Rodney Holzken bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
UGD 45:Gallagher Vs Hart
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Holzken ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sturm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Holzken manages to avoid it.
Sturm misses with a hook
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sturm! #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sturm has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sturm is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Holzken wants to control but Sturm is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Holzken is trying to get an arm triangle but Sturm is defending well. #T1#
Holzken wants to control but Sturm is keeping him busy.
Holzken wants to control for a moment but Sturm uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Holzken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Holzken frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Holzken mounts Sturm! Really nice guard pass there!
Holzken trying to control but Sturm is having none of it. #SUB#
Holzken goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Sturm is on top in guard.
Sturm showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Holzken pulls Sturm in close to prevent any damage.
Sturm preventing the sweep.
Holzken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sturm is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sturm keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Sturm is controlling Holzken's posture.#SUB#
Holzken drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sturm dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sturm defends well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken 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#
Holzken misses the body punch
and Holzken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Holzken takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sturm throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sturm!
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sturm keeps working. #SUB#
Holzken looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Holzken working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Holzken is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sturm is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Sturm's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Sturm is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Holzken tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Holzken wants to control but Sturm is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sturm has escaped the position, nice work there.
Holzken taking a break here but Sturm is having none of it and regains half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Holzken trying to advance position but Sturm counters by regaining guard.
Sturm keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Sturm pulls Holzken in to control the position.
Sturm bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Holzken's guard. #REVB#
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Sturm not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Holzken can't keep his opponent in guard - Sturm advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Holzken is trying to get back to full 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.
Holzken tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Sturm has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Holzken bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Rodney Holzken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken passes Sturm's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rodney Holzken will probably get the nod.
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#
Sturm ducks under a wild hook from Holzken.
Holzken dives in for a single leg takedown but Sturm sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Holzken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Holzken misses the shot to the body.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sturm was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Holzken lands a jab to Sturm's midsection.
Sturm misses with an uppercut. Holzken saw that one coming.
Sturm connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Holzken's hands.
Holzken swings for the body but Sturm moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken walks into a straight right hand from Sturm.
Holzken throws a shot to the body.
Holzken drops his hands momentarily and Sturm takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Holzken fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Sturm just misses with a punch to the body.
Holzken attempts a counter takedown but Sturm avoids it well and moves away.
Some wild striking there from Sturm.
Sturm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Holzken.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sturm was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Sturm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Holzken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Holzken walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Holzken just misses with a punch to the body.
Sturm throws out a counter right but Holzken avoids it with no problem.
Holzken moves away from the strike by Sturm.
Sturm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Holzken.
Holzken misses with a straight right.
Holzken takes a swing at Sturm's ribcage but misses.
Holzken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Holzken is looking to wear down Sturm with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sturm misses with a looping left.#T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Holzken.
Holzken comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Felix Sturm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big right from Sturm misses.
Holzken shoots in for a takedown but Sturm shows good takedown defense.
Sturm slaps away a takedown attempt from Holzken, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sturm throws a body punch but Holzken moves out of range.
Felix Sturm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Holzken cracks a nice hook into Sturm's ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sturm throws a looping overhand right but Holzken ducks down to avoid it.
Sturm looks to land a left hand but Holzken moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Holzken misses its intended target. #T3#
Sturm connects with the punch.
Holzken ducks under a wild hook from Sturm.#TD#
Holzken is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sturm's half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sturm slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sturm is keeping the position for now.
Rodney Holzken is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Holzken trying to move into half guard but instead Sturm has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Holzken wants to sweep here but Sturm controlling him for the moment.
Sturm scoring with punches to the head and body. #T4#
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Sturm from controlling successfully.
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.
Holzken has Sturm pulled in close to control his posture.
Holzken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sturm manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Holzken looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Felix Sturm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Holzken 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Rodney Holzken!
Rodney Holzken tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
UGD 43:Moore Vs Fist
Date: Feb 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Holzken throws a lazy right hand but Wax sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Holzken scores with a hook.
Wax takes a swing at Holzken's ribcage but misses.
Holzken throws an overhand right that lands on Wax's shoulder, as Wax tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Wax wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Holzken uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wax.
Holzken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wax moves away.
Wax pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Holzken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wax.
Holzken misses with a body shot.
Holzken slips a straight right by Wax.
Holzken on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wax loads up on a big right hand but Holzken slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Holzken misses the target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Wax.
Wax doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Wax lands with a cross.
Charlie Wax seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wax is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Holzken.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Holzken misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
A punch lands to the side of Holzken 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Holzken lands an overhand right.
Charlie Wax is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good work by Holzken as he checks the leg kick.
Wax misses with a left hand
and Holzken counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A lazy left from Wax finds it's target.#TD2#
Holzken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Wax to the mat! Wax manages to get full guard. #SUB2#
Holzken drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Holzken jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wax swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Wax is looking for a triangle here but Holzken uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
You can see the frustration on Wax's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Holzken tries to advance to mount but Wax instead regains half guard. #SUB2#
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Wax is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
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!
Holzken trying to control from Wax's half guard. Wax has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Holzken advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wax doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Holzken. #SUB2#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wax is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Wax is looking to control Holzken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wax avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Wax is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Wax trying to control here.
#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.
Wax is not content to let Holzken control the position.#SUB#
Wax looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wax defends it well. #SUB2#
Holzken is working for a submission of some sort.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Holzken seems to be working for a kimura but Wax defends the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Wax swings for the body but Holzken moves out of range.
A jab from Wax misses. #TD2#
Holzken drives through with a takedown into guard.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Wax is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wax wants to sweep but no luck.
Wax lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wax trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken is looking to sweep but instead, Wax has passed into half guard.
#T1#
Holzken tries to get to full guard but Wax has control of the leg.
Wax is looking to advance position but Holzken won't allow it.
Wax passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Holzken!
Wax wants to control the pace but Holzken is squirming around nicely. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wax prevents Holzken from getting the reversal.
Holzken manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Holzken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wax's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wax's back!#SUB2#
Wax preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Holzken. #SUB2#
Holzken looking to break Wax's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Wax remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Holzken will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T3##SUB2#
Holzken is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Wax knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Wax for a finish. #SUB2#
Holzken 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, Wax has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Wax is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Holzken working for the choke.
Rodney Holzken has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wax tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Holzken 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, Wax has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Wax trying to control the action but Holzken just sinks the hooks in. #T4##SUB2#
Wax showing good submission defense here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Holzken working for a choke but Wax is defending well. #SUB2#
Holzken looking for the RNC.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken 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#
Wax waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Holzken.
Holzken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Wax was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Holzken.
Wax missing with a left hand there. Holzken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Holzken swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Holzken throws a lazy uppercut
and Wax counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Holzken's corner calls for a 1-2. Holzken obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Holzken will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Holzken throws a jab but it's blocked by Wax.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wax was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Wax cracks Holzken with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wax throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Holzken lands with a hook. Wax tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken misses with an uppercut. Wax saw that one coming.
Wax ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wax comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wax keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Holzken.
Wax takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Wax throws a hook but Holzken avoids it easily.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wax was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Wax was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Holzken takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wax lands a really nice looking cross but Holzken seems unphased.
#TD2#
Holzken shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Wax is trying to defend but Holzken finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Wax tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wax doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Holzken.
Holzken trying to control the action but Wax is working from the bottom.
Charlie Wax has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Holzken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2##SUB2#
Holzken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wax slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Wax is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wax keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass. #SUB#
Wax looking for a guillotine here but Holzken defends easily.
#T3##SUB#
Wax looking for subs off his back but Holzken has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2#
Holzken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rodney Holzken is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Holzken performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Wax actively working from the bottom here.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Wax looking for submissions off his back.
Holzken is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Rodney Holzken.
I've got Holzken winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodney Holzken!
After the fight, Rodney Holzken 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.
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Event:
CFC 415 - Olympic Finals
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
#R1#
Orlowski misses with an uppercut
and Holzken counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Orlowski misses with a hook.
Holzken blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Holzken on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Orlowski fails with an attempt to clinch.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Orlowski misses with an uppercut
and Holzken counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Orlowski thinking.
Holzken slips a jab from Orlowski.
Holzken swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Holzken avoids the body shot from Orlowski.
A jab from Orlowski misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Orlowski misses.
Orlowski throws a hook but Holzken avoids it easily.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Orlowski throws a looping overhand right but Holzken ducks down to avoid it.
Holzken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orlowski.
Holzken was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Orlowski throws an off balance right hand
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Orlowski throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Holzken decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Orlowski's guard.
Holzken is standing up over Orlowski. Orlowski looks to escape but Holzken dives into side control.
#REVB#
Orlowski really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Holzken. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Holzken advances to mount.
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Holzken is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Orlowski has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Holzken pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T2#
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Holzken is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Orlowski is surviving well by controlling Holzken's body position as best he can.
Holzken moves to take his opponent's back.
Holzken 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 fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Holzken is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Orlowski has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for the choke from the back position but Orlowski is controlling his hands well.
Orlowski can't escape the position.
#T3##SUB#
Holzken working for a choke but Orlowski is defending well. #SUB#
Holzken looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Orlowski showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Holzken is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Orlowski trying to survive by controlling the hands. #T4##SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Orlowski showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Orlowski preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Holzken.
You can see the frustration on Orlowski's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Holzken not allowing Orlowski to control his hands.
Orlowski is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Holzken off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Orlowski fending off the submission attempt from Holzken. #SUB#
Holzken working for a choke but Orlowski reverses nicely into Holzken 's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Orlowski looks to land a left hand but Holzken moved out of range nicely.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Orlowski throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Orlowski throws a right hand that Holzken ducks under and follows up with a left that Holzken also avoids with ease.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Orlowski misses with a looping right.
A quick step to the side and Holzken tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Karol Orlowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orlowski misses with a hook. Holzken ducked under it nicely.
Orlowski throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a shoot takedown. Orlowski fights it but they end up in guard.
Orlowski wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Holzken manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Orlowski is concentrating on defense, preventing Holzken from advancing position.
Orlowski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holzken is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Orlowski.
#T1#
Holzken can't escape the position.
Orlowski controls the position.
Holzken breaks Orlowski's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Holzken slips nicely into half guard.
Rodney Holzken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Orlowski is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken is keen to just control but Orlowski is a slippery customer.#T2#
Orlowski is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Holzken is working for a kimura here but Orlowski manages to reverse the position and he's now in Holzken's guard.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Holzken is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Orlowski has his hands on Holzken's head, controlling the position.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Orlowski has control of Holzken's left arm, preventing Holzken from doing any damage.
Holzken trying to control but Orlowski is working from the bottom.
Holzken forces his way into half guard.
Orlowski is trying to stand.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Orlowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Orlowski is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orlowski is staying active underneath Holzken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Orlowski is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.
Holzken is stalling here. Orlowski is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Holzken seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Orlowski has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Holzken is not content to let Orlowski control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orlowski staying calm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Karol Orlowski will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Orlowski misses the jab.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Orlowski bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Orlowski scores with a jab. Holzken acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Orlowski looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.
Orlowski misses with a wild body shot.
Karol Orlowski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Orlowski scores with a shot to the body.
Orlowski digs a good body shot into Holzken's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orlowski misses with a hook to the body
letting Holzken counter with a right hand.
Orlowski throws a head kick but Holzken moves out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Orlowski.
A telegraphed right hand from Orlowski misses the target.
Holzken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Orlowski misses with a left hand
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Holzken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Orlowski.
Holzken ducks under a wild hook from Orlowski.
Holzken feinted with a counter takedown.
Orlowski lands with an uppercut that bounces Holzken off the cage and back into range.
Orlowski might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Holzken slips under a jab.
Holzken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Holzken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Holzken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Orlowski looks to throw the jab but Holzken is out of range.
It looked like Holzken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Orlowski.
Orlowski connects with a nice looking jab.
#CL2#
Holzken tries to keep at a distance but Orlowski has taken the fight into the clinch.
Orlowski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken.
Orlowski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Holzken is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Orlowski is defending well.
Holzken wants a takedown but no success here.
Orlowski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Orlowski stops a takedown attempt from Holzken.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Orlowski is working Holzken over against the cage.
Orlowski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Orlowski misses with a punch on the inside.
Orlowski misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Orlowski.
Holzken is looking to take this one to the mat.
Holzken blocking some punches.
#T3#
Orlowski can't find room to land a body shot as Holzken controls the action.
Orlowski throws an elbow but it misses.
#TD#
Holzken has clasped his hands together around Orlowski's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
A control attempt from Orlowski but he's now mounted!
Holzken wants to take Orlowski's back here but Orlowski is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Holzken wants to control the pace but Orlowski is squirming around nicely.
Orlowski is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Holzken looking to control but Orlowski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Orlowski is looking to improve his position but Holzken isn't that keen on the idea.
Holzken wants to take his opponent's back but Orlowski doesn't allow it.
Orlowski is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Holzken trying to control but Orlowski is having none of it.
Holzken avoids the attempt from Orlowski to control.
Orlowski 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.
Holzken wants to take his opponent's back but Orlowski doesn't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Karol Orlowski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Orlowski 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Karol Orlowski!
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Event:
CFC 413 - Olympics Rd 2
Date: Dec 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Romero misses with a hook to the body
and Holzken cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Romero lands a nice shot that snaps Holzken's head back.
Romero swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Holzken counters with a right hand to the body.
Holzken definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Holzken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Holzken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Romero.#CL2#
Romero darts in and clinches Holzken up against the cage.
Romero is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Romero looks to throw an elbow but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Romero creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Romero lands with a left to the head.
Romero looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Romero has a couple of punches blocked by Holzken.
#T1#
Holzken tries to throw a body punch but Romero avoids it by throwing Holzken back against the cage.
Romero lands a right hand that snaps the head of Holzken backwards.
Holzken changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Romero fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Romero thuds his right hand into Holzken's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Romero swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Holzken takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Romero swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Holzken counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Romero misses with an uppercut
and Holzken counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Romero tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Holzken was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Romero throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Romero throws a shot to the body.
Romero looks to clinch
and Holzken counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Romero misses the jab.
Romero looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.
Holzken takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Romero scores with a jab to the jaw.
Romero pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Holzken attempts a counter takedown but Romero avoids it well and moves away.#T3#
Romero scores with a jab to the body.
Romero jabs Holzken right on the nose. Holzken blinks but takes it well.
Romero thows a left - swing and a miss!
Holzken was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Holzken takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Good exchange - Romero coming out on top.
Romero loads up on a big right hand but Holzken slips the punch.
A counter left hand to the body from Holzken misses its target.
Romero tries to clinch but Holzken moves away
and Holzken counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Romero swings for the body but Holzken moves out of range.
It looked like Holzken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Romero.
Holzken slips under a jab.
It looked like Holzken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Romero.#T4#
Romero dips to his left and cracks Holzken with an uppercut!
Romero throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Holzken feinted with a counter takedown.
Romero throws a head kick that misses
and Holzken counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Romero wants to clinch
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Romero throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Holzken connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Romero throws an elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nicodemo Romero dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Romero throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Romero misses the body punch
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Holzken is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Romero swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Romero catches Holzken with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Romero lands a high kick!
Romero throws a right hand that misses
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Romero duly obliges.
No joy there for Romero, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A counter left hand to the body from Holzken misses its target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice cross by Romero.#T1#
Romero misses with a looping right.
Romero swings away with a body shot that misses
and Holzken counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Romero thinking.
Romero throws a lazy uppercut
and Holzken counters with a right hand to the body.
Romero bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Holzken's head backwards.
Romero misses with a combination
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Romero swings widly with a right hand
and Holzken counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Romero misses with a right hand
and Holzken counters with a nice uppercut.
Romero swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A counter left hand to the body from Holzken misses its target.
Nicodemo Romero seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Romero throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Holzken stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Romero misses with a hook
letting Holzken counter with a right hand.
Romero misses with a right hand
letting Holzken counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Romero scores with a jab to the body.
Romero lands with a straight right. Holzken didn't see that one coming.
Romero tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Holzken paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A punch combination from Romero misses.
Holzken was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nicodemo Romero is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Romero swinging wildly here.
#T3#
Romero connects with a jab.
Romero misses with a hook.
Holzken is looking to counter punch.
Romero looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Holzken misses its target.
Romero has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Romero tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Holzken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Romero.
Holzken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Romero.
Holzken is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nicodemo Romero seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Romero lands a nice shot to the body.
Romero swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Romero misses with a straight left. #T4#
Romero throws an off balance right hand
letting Holzken counter with a right hand.
Romero misses with a hook to the body
enabling Holzken to counter with a crisp jab.
Romero misses with a hook
and Holzken counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A swing and a miss from Romero.
Romero swings widly with a right hand
and Holzken counters with a left to the body.
The fighters circling - Romero throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
An attempted straight right counter from Holzken misses the target.
Romero ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Danga de danga de dang - Romero scores with a four punch combination!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nicodemo Romero showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Holzken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Romero.
Romero tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Holzken cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Romero missing with a left hand there. Holzken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Romero tries to clinch there but Holzken circles away.
Holzken attempts a counter takedown but Romero avoids it well and moves away.
Holzken avoids the body shot from Romero.
Holzken is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Romero misses with a double jab
and Holzken counters with a straight right hand.
Romero has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero throws a body punch but Holzken moves out of range.
Romero misses with a two punch combination.
#T1#
Romero missing with a left hand there. Holzken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Holzken was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Romero gets a clinch.
Romero swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Romero.
Holzken is trying to drag Romero to the mat but Romero just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Romero lands a nice elbow.
Holzken misses with a short punch on the inside.
Holzken takes an elbow to the temple.
Romero lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Holzken or not. #T2#
Holzken prevents a body shot from Romero.
Holzken dodges an elbow strike from Romero.
Holzken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Holzken throws a punch but it's blocked by Romero.
Holzken takes an elbow to the temple.
Romero blocking some punches.
Holzken has Romero pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Romero manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Holzken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Romero throws a punch but it's blocked by Holzken.
Romero scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Romero fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3#
Romero misses with an elbow over the top.
Holzken dodges an elbow strike from Romero.
Romero misses with an elbow over the top.
Romero misses with a short punch on the inside.
Romero lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Romero swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Romero tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Holzken's elbow. #TD#
Holzken gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Holzken passes Romero's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Romero wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Romero is working away.
Rodney Holzken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Holzken with the ground and pound but Romero uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Romero controlling the position.
Holzken 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.
Holzken stands and throws Romero's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Romero's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Holzken works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Romero struggling a bit here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nicodemo Romero comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Romero winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nicodemo Romero!
During a confident post fight interview, Nicodemo Romero thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
CFC 408 TOKYO
Date: Nov 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Niemayer misses with an uppercut.
Holzken takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lukas Niemayer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Niemayer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Niemayer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Niemayer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Holzken.
Niemayer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Holzken has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Niemayer finds it's way round the side to connect with Holzken's head.
Niemayer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holzken moves away.
Holzken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Holzken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Holzken ducks under a wild hook from Niemayer.
A countering left hand to the body from Holzken misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niemayer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Holzken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Niemayer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Niemayer throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Holzken counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holzken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Niemayer is keeping the position for now.
Niemayer has Holzken pulled in close to control his posture. #T1#
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Niemayer is retaining full guard.
Holzken passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Niemayer tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Niemayer sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Niemayer looking for submissions off his back.
Niemayer is trying to get back to full guard.
Niemayer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Holzken looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Holzken thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Niemayer has his hands on Holzken's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Niemayer trying to keep a closed guard but Holzken is proving a slippery customer.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Niemayer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Niemayer is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Niemayer wants to sweep here but Holzken controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Holzken postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Niemayer is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Holzken, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Holzken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Niemayer preventing the sweep. #T3#
Holzken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Holzken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Niemayer tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Holzken is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Niemayer is retaining full guard.
Niemayer trying to keep a closed guard but Holzken is proving a slippery customer.
Niemayer looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Niemayer keeps moving.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Niemayer swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Niemayer looking for a sweep. Not yet Niemayer, not yet.
Niemayer working a defensive guard here.
Holzken advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Niemayer defends it well.
Holzken wants to take a breather but Niemayer is having none of it.
Niemayer is trying to control but can't.
Niemayer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Niemayer is keeping the position.
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 Lukas Niemayer will probably get the nod.
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#
Niemayer loads up on a big right hand but Holzken slips the punch.
And Holzken tries to counter it with a takedown but Niemayer pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Holzken throws an off balance right hand
and Niemayer counters with an inside leg kick.
Nice body punch from Niemayer.
Holzken slips a straight right by Niemayer.
Holzken slips a straight right by Niemayer.
Niemayer scores with a body shot.
Niemayer is looking to chop away at Holzken's legs.
A countering left hand to the body from Holzken misses.
Niemayer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Holzken counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the body from Niemayer misses
and Holzken counters with a straight right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Holzken blocks the leg kick.
Holzken with the counter takedown but Niemayer avoids it easily.
Niemayer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Niemayer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Holzken.
Lukas Niemayer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Niemayer misses with a straight right.
Holzken changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Niemayer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Niemayer looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.
Niemayer throws a lazy right hand but Holzken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Niemayer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Holzken can do to turn this around?
Niemayer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Niemayer. Holzken shrugs it off though.
Niemayer misses the jab.
Holzken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Niemayer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Holzken takes one to the side of the head.
Niemayer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Holzken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Holzken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Niemayer.
A little jabbing left from Holzken on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Niemayer, right into the meat.
Lukas Niemayer is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Niemayer throws out a loose jab but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Holzken with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Niemayer to score with a decent uppercut.
Holzken avoids the body shot from Niemayer.
Holzken changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Holzken misses with a wild body shot.
Niemayer misses with a lunging right hand
and Holzken counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Holzken moves out of range as Niemayer strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Niemayer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
Holzken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Niemayer.
Holzken doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Niemayer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Niemayer misses with a looping right.
Niemayer throws a hook to the side of Holzken's head but Holzken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Holzken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T3#
Niemayer throws a looping overhand right but Holzken ducks down to avoid it.
Niemayer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Niemayer misses its intended target.
Holzken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice jab there from Holzken.
Niemayer missing with a left hand there. Holzken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Niemayer misses with a looping left.
Niemayer cracks Holzken with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Niemayer loads up on a big right hand but Holzken slips the punch.
Niemayer misses with a right hand
and Holzken cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Niemayer misses with a hook
#TD2#
and Holzken counters with a single leg into guard. Niemayer didn't expect that.
Holzken passes easily into side control. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Holzken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Holzken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Holzken has knee on belly momentarily but Niemayer bucks him off and regains half guard.
Niemayer is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Niemayer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Holzken is trying to control the action in half guard but Niemayer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Holzken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Holzken trying to control the action but Niemayer is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Holzken is trying to work for a kimura but Niemayer is defending well.
Niemayer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lukas Niemayer 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.
#R3#
Niemayer looks to score with a jab to the body but Holzken is just out of range.
Holzken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Niemayer defends it well.
Niemayer misses with a leg kick
and Niemayer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Holzken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Holzken was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Niemayer scores with the left hand. Holzken knows he should have avoided that one.
Niemayer throws a big shot that misses.
Niemayer punishes Holzken's body with a nice straight punch.
Holzken darts in looking for a takedown but Niemayer gets double underhooks and turns Holzken into the cage.
Niemayer misses with a hook
and Holzken counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niemayer throws a looping overhand right but Holzken ducks down to avoid it.
Holzken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Niemayer.
Holzken moves out of range as Niemayer strikes.
Niemayer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Niemayer. That snapped Holzken's head back.
Niemayer misses with an uppercut
and Holzken counters with a right hand to the body.
Holzken takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Niemayer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Some bone on bone action there as Holzken checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Holzken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Holzken swings for the body but Niemayer moves out of range.
Niemayer misses with a looping left.
Niemayer fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Holzken looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Niemayer throws a nice inside leg kick.
Holzken is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Niemayer rather than just go for the knockout.
Niemayer throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Holzken counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB#
Niemayer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Holzken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Holzken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Niemayer is retaining full guard.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Niemayer is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Niemayer is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Holzken is trying to work for a kimura but Niemayer is defending well.
#SUB2#
Holzken 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.
Niemayer manages to get to full guard.
#T3#
Holzken forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Holzken is working for a submission of some sort.
Holzken trying to control the action but Niemayer is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Holzken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Niemayer wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.
My spies in The Million Dollar Performance Center inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Holzken wants to control but Niemayer is keeping him busy. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Niemayer wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Holzken 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.
Rodney Holzken has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Holzken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Niemayer trying to control from the bottom.
Holzken is trying to control. Niemayer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Niemayer is defending against the submission attempts here by Holzken.
#SUB2#
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Niemayer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Lukas Niemayer did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
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.
#R4#
Niemayer throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Holzken counters with a single leg into guard. Niemayer didn't expect that.
Niemayer is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up.
Niemayer looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Niemayer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Niemayer managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Niemayer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Holzken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Niemayer's guard.
Holzken is trying to control. Niemayer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Niemayer is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Holzken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Niemayer sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Holzken wants to work for an arm triangle but Niemayer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Niemayer gets full guard.#SUB#
Niemayer is looking for a triangle but Holzken pushes his legs off easily.
#T2##SUB2#
Holzken 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.
Niemayer wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Niemayer is keeping the position.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Niemayer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Niemayer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Niemayer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Niemayer is controlling Holzken's posture.#T3#
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Niemayer keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Niemayer bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Holzken's guard. #REVR#
Niemayer looking to pass the guard.
Holzken 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#
Niemayer trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
#SUB2#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Niemayer is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Niemayer wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy.
Holzken trying to control the action but Niemayer is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Holzken 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#
Holzken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Niemayer sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for submissions but instead, Niemayer has regained full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Niemayer looks to score with a jab to the body but Holzken is just out of range.
Niemayer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Holzken avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Holzken with the counter takedown but Niemayer avoids it easily.
Niemayer throws a right hand that misses
and Holzken counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Niemayer throws a lazy right hand but Holzken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Niemayer throws a front kick aimed at Holzken's knee but Holzken avoids it well.
It seemed like Holzken was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Holzken throws a right hand that misses
letting Niemayer counter with a right hand.
Niemayer just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niemayer looks to score with a jab to the body but Holzken is just out of range.
Niemayer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Holzken's head.
Niemayer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Niemayer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Niemayer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Niemayer scores with a jab to the head.
Holzken moves out of range of the strikes.
Niemayer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Holzken! But no joy.
Holzken drops his hands momentarily and Niemayer takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Niemayer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Holzken.
Holzken cracks a nice hook into Niemayer's ribs.
Holzken misses with a few strikes there.
Niemayer throws a looping overhand right but Holzken ducks down to avoid it.
Holzken with the counter takedown but Niemayer avoids it easily.
Niemayer looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.#T2#
Niemayer misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Holzken counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Niemayer tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Holzken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Niemayer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Niemayer trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Niemayer is working away. #SUB2#
Holzken is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Niemayer has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Holzken wants to take a breather but Niemayer is having none of it.
Holzken prevents Niemayer from improving his position.#SUB2#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Niemayer is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Holzken is working for a kimura but Niemayer is defending it quite comfortably.
Rodney Holzken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Niemayer is trying is best to control the position here.
Niemayer is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Niemayer defends it well.
Niemayer is pressing down on Holzken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken passes Niemayer's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Niemayer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Lukas Niemayer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ground and pound from Holzken.
Niemayer desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Niemayer is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
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 Lukas Niemayer.
I think Niemayer 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 49:46
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 49:47
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lukas Niemayer!
Lukas Niemayer retains his lightweight title!
Our winner, Lukas Niemayer, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
CFC 403
Date: Oct 28, 2016 |
#R1#
Korek connects with a nice looking jab.
Holzken throws a predictable looking body shot
and Korek makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Korek lands with a right hand.
Michal Korek seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Holzken moves away from the strike by Korek.
A swing and a miss from Korek.
Korek swings widly with a right hand
and Holzken counters with a straight right hand.
Korek throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
and Holzken counters with a single leg into guard. Korek didn't expect that.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Korek is retaining full guard.
Korek manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Holzken manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Holzken is trying to keep Korek in close.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Korek tries to pass.
Holzken looking to control.
#T1#
Holzken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Korek is one step ahead there.
Holzken wants to control the position but Korek says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken is trying to control but can't.
Korek tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Holzken is looking for a sweep. Korek is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Holzken is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Holzken works his way to full guard. Good work.
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Korek has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Holzken is proving hard to escape from.
Korek works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.
Holzken manages to get to full guard.
Holzken trying to keep a closed guard but Korek is proving a slippery customer.
Holzken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Korek is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Korek swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Korek keeps moving. #T3#
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Korek swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Korek can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Holzken in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Korek tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Holzken!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rodney Holzken!
In his post fight interview, Rodney Holzken started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Michal Korek stepped up to the mic, saying 'I would like to apologise to my manager for letting him down. A dominating win would have matched hes heart of gold and kindness, He truly is the most humble man alive. Please forgive me'.
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Event:
CFC 401
Date: Oct 21, 2016 |
#R1#
La Bor connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Holzken's hands.
La Bor slips under a jab from Holzken.
La Bor definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Holzken misses with a straight left.
La Bor throws a combination that misses
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Holzken slips a jab from La Bor.
And Holzken tries to counter it with a takedown but La Bor pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A jab from Holzken does it's job there.
La Bor throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
so Holzken counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Holzken looking to pass the guard.
Holzken trying to control but La Bor is working from the bottom.
My spies in The Million Dollar Performance Center inform me that Holzken has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Holzken is pushing down on La Bor's leg trying to pass to half guard. La Bor is fighting to maintain full guard but Holzken has managed to sneak the leg through.
Holzken wants to free his trapped foot but La Bor is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Holzken works his way into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Holzken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Holzken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
La Bor struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Holzken thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Holzken tries for a kimura but La Bor is defending well.
Holzken content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB2#
Holzken is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. La Bor looks calm but he's in trouble here. Holzken gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. La Bor is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Holzken lets go of the hold and La Bor can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rodney Holzken!
Rodney Holzken took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.
The defeated Manuel La Bor had this to say: 'This IS frustrating, but the training that I have received in preparation for you, will be followed with more. Nice win and I salute you.'.
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Event:
CFC 395
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Holzken swings for the body but Sienly moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sienly, right into the meat.
Sienly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Holzken.
Holzken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sienly.
Holzken misses the shot to the body.
Holzken misses with a wild body shot.
Holzken misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sienly. Holzken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Holzken throws a right hand that misses
#CL2#
and Sienly holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Holzken has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Sienly regains guard immediately.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sienly looking for a guillotine here but Holzken defends easily.
#SUB2#
Sienly is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Holzken defends well.
Sienly can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Sienly defends it. #T1#
Holzken is trying to control. Sienly wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken passes to full mount!
Holzken trying to control but Sienly is having none of it.
Sienly 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.#SUB2#
Sienly is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Sienly is defending well.
Sienly moves into full guard.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Sienly keeps moving. #T2#
Holzken stands and throws Sienly's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Holzken wants to control but Sienly is keeping him busy.
Sienly prevents Holzken from moving into mount.
Sienly wants to control but Holzken postures up.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Sienly gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sienly actively working from the bottom here.
Holzken is trying to control the action in half guard but Sienly is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sienly moves into full guard.
Sienly keeping full guard, as Holzken tries to pass.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Sienly keeps moving. #T3#
Holzken looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Holzken's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Sienly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Sienly looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sienly is in trouble now - Holzken has advanced to mount!
Holzken tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Sienly slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sienly is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Holzken sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Holzken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sienly tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
Sienly manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Sienly gets back to full guard.
Sienly 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.#SUB2#
Holzken got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sienly has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Holzken has managed to get both his arms back between Sienly's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Sienly is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Holzken is aware though and is defending well.
Holzken's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sienly can't keep his opponent in guard - Holzken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sienly manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Sienly looking for a guillotine here but Holzken defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken 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#
Sienly tries to clinch up.#TD#
Holzken closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sienly did well to prevent Holzken getting side control.
Sienly wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sienly keeps working.
Holzken is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sienly wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken controlling the action here.
Holzken trying to control from half guard but Sienly is working away.
Sienly tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sienly manages to get to full guard.
Holzken trying to control the position from guard on top but Sienly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Holzken slips nicely into half guard.
Sienly tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sienly keeps working.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sienly knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken works his way into full mount!
Sienly slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Sienly looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Holzken trying to control the pace.
Sienly is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Holzken slows the pace down in half guard.
Holzken wants to free his trapped foot but Sienly is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Holzken passes to side control. #SUB#
Holzken wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sienly, who protects the arm well.
Sienly is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Sienly gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sienly looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sienly is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Holzken perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Holzken wants to pass to mount but Sienly is defending the position.
Sienly is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodney Holzken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Still in half guard, Holzken seems content to control.
Holzken trying to mount his opponent but Sienly defends it.
Holzken prevents Sienly from improving his position.
Holzken passes to full mount!
Sienly can't escape the position.
Holzken looking to control but Sienly is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Holzken content just to control the position here.
Holzken wants to control the pace but Sienly is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Sienly gets back to half guard.
Holzken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sienly sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Sienly manages to get to full guard.
Sienly keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Sienly 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#
Sienly wants to control but Holzken is keeping him busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Sienly is working for a kimura but Holzken is defending it quite comfortably.
Holzken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sienly's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sienly's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken 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#
A thudding body kick lands there by Sienly!
Holzken slips a jab from Sienly.
Holzken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Holzken closes the distance and clinches up with Sienly, looking for a takedown. Holzken pushes Sienly against the cage but Sienly circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sienly fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sienly lands the left hand.
Sienly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
Sienly misses with an attempted mid kick.
Holzken misses with a hook.
Sienly uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Holzken.
Sienly throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sienly fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Holzken looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sienly misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Holzken on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sienly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sienly slips under a jab from Holzken.
Holzken throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Holzken. Sienly does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Sienly looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sienly cracks Holzken with an open hand slap.
Holzken uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sienly.
Sienly moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Sienly doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kristof Sienly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sienly looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#CL2#
Sienly rushes Holzken and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Holzken is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Sienly can't fight it off and eventually Holzken manages to take the fight to the floor. Sienly looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Sienly keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sienly is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Holzken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kristof Sienly has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T2#
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sienly regains full guard. Nicely done.
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!
Holzken sitting in guard here, content to control.
Holzken pushing down on Sienly's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Holzken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sienly is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Holzken passes to side control.
Sienly tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sienly prevents Holzken from moving into mount. #T3#
Sienly is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Holzken is trying to get an arm triangle but Sienly is defending well.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Sienly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodney Holzken is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sienly tries to buck Holzken off but Holzken is having none of it.
Sienly is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sienly is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Sienly defending well.
Holzken frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Holzken takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Sienly is working to get back to half guard.
Holzken controlling his opponent.
Sienly tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
Holzken trying to control but Sienly is having none of it.
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Holzken tries to control but Sienly wriggling away.
Holzken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sienly can do to turn this around?
Sienly manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sienly keeps working.
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 Rodney Holzken.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Holzken, 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodney Holzken!
Rodney Holzken decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
CFC 391
Date: Sep 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Holzken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Grunwaldzki.
Holzken is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rodney Holzken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Holzken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Grunwaldzki.
Holzken misses with a body shot
and Grunwaldzki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Holzken throws a body punch but Grunwaldzki moves out of range.
Holzken just misses with a punch to the body.
Holzken scores with a body shot.
Grunwaldzki throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Grunwaldzki is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Grunwaldzki wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
#SUB#
Holzken is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Holzken moves nicely into side control.
Grunwaldzki is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Grunwaldzki prevents Holzken from improving position.
Grunwaldzki is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Grunwaldzki is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Holzken swings around for an armbar but Grunwaldzki sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Holzken's guard.
Grunwaldzki postures up.
Holzken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Grunwaldzki is one step ahead there.
Grunwaldzki wants to get up but he can't break Holzken's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T2##SUB#
Grunwaldzki got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Grunwaldzki has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
Holzken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Grunwaldzki is one step ahead there.
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.
Grunwaldzki slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Grunwaldzki really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Holzken. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Holzken 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.
Holzken is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Grunwaldzki is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Grunwaldzki must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Grunwaldzki postures up.
Grunwaldzki stopping the sweep attempt from Holzken.
Holzken is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Holzken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Holzken looking for a guillotine here but Grunwaldzki defends easily.
Holzken wants to sweep but no luck.
Holzken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Grunwaldzki controls the pace.#SUB#
Holzken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Grunwaldzki gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Holzken is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Holzken works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Grunwaldzki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Grunwaldzki is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Holzken passes the guard and advances to mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Holzken is working for a guillotine from mount but Grunwaldzki frees his head quite easily.
Grunwaldzki tries to hold on but Holzken postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken 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#
Grunwaldzki keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Grunwaldzki swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Holzken misses with a left hand
and Grunwaldzki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Holzken throws an overhand right that lands on Grunwaldzki's shoulder, as Grunwaldzki tries to avoid the shot.
Holzken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grunwaldzki manages to avoid it.
Grunwaldzki displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Holzken.
Holzken uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grunwaldzki.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grunwaldzki throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Holzken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Grunwaldzki misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Holzken shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Grunwaldzki defends it nicely.
Grunwaldzki tries a quick counter leg kick but Holzken is wise to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Grunwaldzki uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Grunwaldzki is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Holzken.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Holzken, as that shot connected.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Holzken checks a leg kick.
Grunwaldzki slips under a jab.
Holzken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grunwaldzki moves away.
Holzken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grunwaldzki.
Grunwaldzki bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Holzken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Grunwaldzki follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Grunwaldzki slips under a jab.
Grunwaldzki throws out a counter right but Holzken avoids it with no problem.
Holzken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grunwaldzki.
Holzken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Holzken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Grunwaldzki.
Holzken misses with a hook to the body
and Grunwaldzki counters with a straight right hand.
Holzken with a hook.
Grunwaldzki throws a looping overhand right but Holzken ducks down to avoid it.
Holzken with a lazy takedown attempt
and Grunwaldzki counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Holzken wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T3#
Holzken lands a really nice looking cross but Grunwaldzki seems unphased.
Holzken checks a leg kick.
Holzken throws a body shot but no joy.
Grunwaldzki throws a right and a left that Holzken avoids nicely.
Grunwaldzki looks to land a left hand but Holzken moved out of range nicely.
Nice defenses there by Holzken.
A little feinted left hand from Holzken on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Grunwaldzki avoids the body shot from Holzken.
Grunwaldzki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Holzken slips a jab and a cross from Grunwaldzki.
Holzken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Grunwaldzki sprawls and moves away.
Holzken getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Holzken is looking to wear down Grunwaldzki with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Grunwaldzki ducks under a wild hook from Holzken.
Holzken scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
A big left from Grunwaldzki misses.
Holzken shoots in but no luck this time.
Holzken connects with a crisp jab.
Grunwaldzki throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a nice double leg into side control. Grunwaldzki won't be happy with that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grunwaldzki is looking to reverse the position.
Holzken tries to advance to mount but Grunwaldzki denies him.
Grunwaldzki 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.
Grunwaldzki keeping his opponent close.#SUB#
Holzken tries for a kimura but Grunwaldzki is defending well.
Grunwaldzki prevents Holzken from moving into mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Artur Grunwaldzki will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Grunwaldzki throws a series of punches but Holzken moves out of range.
Grunwaldzki finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Holzken scores with a body shot.
Grunwaldzki misses with a straight left.
Holzken just misses with a punch to the body.
Grunwaldzki swinging wildly here.
Holzken looks to score with a jab to the body but Grunwaldzki is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken lands a jab to Grunwaldzki's midsection.
Holzken is trying hard to land a takedown here. Grunwaldzki sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Grunwaldzki misses.
Holzken blocks a head kick by Grunwaldzki.
#T1#
Grunwaldzki looks to land a left hand but Holzken moved out of range nicely.
Grunwaldzki avoids the body shot from Holzken.
Holzken throws a looping overhand right but Grunwaldzki ducks down to avoid it.
Grunwaldzki cracks Holzken with a right hand to the side of the head.
Artur Grunwaldzki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Grunwaldzki avoids the body shot from Holzken.
A little jabbing left from Grunwaldzki on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Grunwaldzki takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Holzken misses the jab.
Holzken looks to score with a jab to the body but Grunwaldzki is just out of range.
Grunwaldzki takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Artur Grunwaldzki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Grunwaldzki ducks under a wild hook from Holzken.#T2#
Holzken looks to land a right hand but Grunwaldzki moved out of range.
Grunwaldzki finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Holzken will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Grunwaldzki tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Holzken paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Holzken tests Grunwaldzki's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Holzken misses with a shot to the body
and Grunwaldzki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Holzken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Grunwaldzki defending well as Holzken loads up on a big left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Holzken fails with the takedown
and Grunwaldzki counters with a right hand to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodney Holzken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holzken slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Grunwaldzki 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 Holzken has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Holzken and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Holzken lands a really nice looking cross but Grunwaldzki seems unphased.
Grunwaldzki looks for the body kick but Holzken saw that one coming.
Holzken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Grunwaldzki.
Grunwaldzki moves out of range of the strikes.
A big left from Grunwaldzki misses.
Holzken was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Grunwaldzki rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Holzken counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Holzken throws a body shot but no joy.
Grunwaldzki throws a shot from downtown. Holzken moves away and avoids it.
Holzken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Grunwaldzki throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Grunwaldzki misses with an uppercut. Holzken saw that one coming.
Grunwaldzki pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Grunwaldzki moves in looking to clinch but Holzken pushes him off.
Holzken takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Grunwaldzki takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Holzken throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Grunwaldzki pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Grunwaldzki misses with the body kick
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Grunwaldzki misses with an uppercut.
Holzken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
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 Rodney Holzken.
I think Holzken 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:29
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodney Holzken!
An out of breath Rodney Holzken 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:
CFC 388
Date: Aug 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Hapitchou lunges at Holzken with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Holzken's hand.
Hapitchou drops his hands momentarily and Holzken takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Holzken misses with a body shot.
Holzken slips a straight right by Hapitchou.
Holzken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hapitchou looks to score with a jab to the body but Holzken is just out of range.
The fighters circling - Holzken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Holzken throws a shot to the body.
Holzken checks a low kick from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou moves into range and connects with a jab.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hapitchou was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Holzken fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hapitchou avoids it really well and circles away.
Hapitchou throwing a counter right hand but Holzken manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
PePe Hapitchou seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hapitchou staying out of range there.
Holzken takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hapitchou throws a shot from downtown. Holzken moves away and avoids it.#T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Hapitchou.
Holzken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hapitchou sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hapitchou pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Holzken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Holzken moves out of range of the body kick from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou thows a left - swing and a miss!
Holzken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Holzken misses with a right hand
and Hapitchou counters with a straight right hand.
Hapitchou lands with a good body shot.
Hapitchou scores with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Holzken. Hapitchou does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hapitchou throws a quick inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Holzken. Hapitchou does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hapitchou avoids the body shot from Holzken.
Hapitchou lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Holzken at a distance.
Holzken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hapitchou manages to avoid it.#T2#
Holzken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Holzken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hapitchou moves away.
It looked like Hapitchou was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Holzken.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Holzken throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hapitchou takes a swing at Holzken's ribcage but misses.
Holzken misses with a wild body shot.
Hapitchou avoids the body shot from Holzken.
A little feinted left hand from Hapitchou on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice cross by Holzken.
Hapitchou throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and Holzken counters with a nice double leg into half 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.
Holzken wants to control but Hapitchou is keeping him busy.
Hapitchou tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg.
Holzken wants to pass to mount but Hapitchou is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hapitchou tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Hapitchou is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Hapitchou moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Holzken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hapitchou's guard. #SUB2#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hapitchou is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken is pressing down on Hapitchou's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hapitchou is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Holzken is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hapitchou doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Holzken.
Holzken wants to take a breather but Hapitchou is having none of it. #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.#SUB#
Hapitchou looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Holzken is looking for a kimura but Hapitchou is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Holzken to get the leverage.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hapitchou knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hapitchou does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hapitchou knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hapitchou is not content to let Holzken control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Rodney Holzken will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hapitchou scores with a jab. Holzken acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've been told by Hapitchou's head coaches at Demon's Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hapitchou moves out of range as Holzken strikes.
Hapitchou throws a quick counter head kick but Holzken was just out of range.
Hapitchou misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
Hapitchou moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Holzken looks to land a left hand but Hapitchou moved out of range nicely.
Hapitchou walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Holzken checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hapitchou ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Holzken swings for the body but Hapitchou moves out of range.
Holzken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hapitchou.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hapitchou throws a leg kick but Holzken sees it coming and moves out of range.
Holzken 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.
Holzken throws a looping overhand right but Hapitchou ducks down to avoid it.
Hapitchou misses with a looping left.
Holzken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hapitchou throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Holzken takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Holzken takes a swing at Hapitchou's ribcage but misses.
Hapitchou ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holzken moves away.
Holzken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Holzken slips a jab from Hapitchou.
Holzken throws a body shot but no joy.
Hapitchou scores with a nice head shot.
Hapitchou throws a right hand that misses
and Holzken counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Holzken misses the jab.
A shot to the liver by Holzken. Beautiful body shot.#TD2#
Holzken bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hapitchou stops Holzken from passing to mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holzken has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hapitchou!#SUB2#
Holzken goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Hapitchou is on top in guard.
Holzken keeping full guard, as Hapitchou tries to pass. #T2#
Hapitchou 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.
Holzken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hapitchou manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Holzken advances position into side control!
Holzken tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hapitchou's legs.
Hapitchou struggling a bit here.
Hapitchou gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T3#
Hapitchou is squirming around, avoiding Holzken's attempts to control the action.
Hapitchou regains half guard.
Hapitchou keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Holzken is pressing down on Hapitchou's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hapitchou is holding on for now.
Holzken trying to control the action but Hapitchou is working from the bottom.
Holzken working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Hapitchou's thigh. Hapitchou counters though and makes it back to full 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.
Holzken forces his way into half guard.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Hapitchou is defending well. #SUB2#
Holzken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hapitchou is just riding it out for now. Holzken eventually gives up the hold.
Holzken is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hapitchou! #SUB2#
Holzken jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Hapitchou manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Holzken passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Hapitchou!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken 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.
#R3#
Hapitchou dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Holzken. That did some damage!
Hapitchou misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Holzken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hapitchou scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou blocks a jab.
Hapitchou lands a glancing blow to the side of Holzken's head.
Holzken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hapitchou throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hapitchou.
Hapitchou connects with a good right hand that stumbles Holzken. Holzken circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hapitchou momentarily.
Hapitchou ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holzken moves away.
Holzken looks to score with a jab to the body but Hapitchou is just out of range.
Hapitchou misses the shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hapitchou lands the left hand.#T1#
Hapitchou loads up on a big right hand but Holzken slips the punch.
Holzken throws a body shot but no joy.
Hapitchou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Holzken.
Hapitchou misses with an uppercut. Holzken saw that one coming.
Hapitchou jabs at Holzken's body.
Holzken avoids the body shot from Hapitchou.
Holzken misses with a looping right.
Holzken misses with a shot to the body
and Hapitchou cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hapitchou throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice shot lands for Hapitchou.
Hapitchou looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hapitchou was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Hapitchou swings for the body but Holzken moves out of range.
Holzken feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Holzken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hapitchou.
Holzken now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Holzken is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hapitchou rather than just go for the knockout.
A swing and a miss from Hapitchou.
Holzken with the counter takedown but Hapitchou avoids it easily.
Holzken swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Hapitchou to counter with a crisp jab.
Holzken takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A telegraphed right hand from Holzken misses the target.
Hapitchou lands a nice hook to Holzken's body. Holzken takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Holzken takes a swing at Hapitchou's ribcage but misses.
Holzken takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Holzken moves out of range of the body kick from Hapitchou.
Jab by Hapitchou.
PePe Hapitchou is winning the standup battle so far.
Hapitchou looks to land a right hand but Holzken moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Holzken. Hapitchou does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hapitchou slips under a jab from Holzken.
A shot to the liver by Hapitchou. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hapitchou was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Hapitchou bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Holzken misses with an uppercut.
Holzken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd cheers as Hapitchou lands an impressive looking overhand right. Holzken doesn't seem phased though.
Holzken with a nice cross.
Hapitchou takes a swing at Holzken's ribcage but misses.
Hapitchou throws a body punch but Holzken moves out of range.
Holzken swings for the body but Hapitchou moves out of range.
Hapitchou misses with a straight left.
Holzken now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hapitchou misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
Hapitchou misses with a hook.
Holzken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hapitchou moves away.#T4#
Hapitchou throws the left hand but Holzken avoids the punch easily.
Holzken appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Holzken throws a big shot that misses.
Hapitchou is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Holzken.
Holzken moves out of range of the body kick from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A bone on bone clash there as Holzken blocks the leg kick.
Hapitchou misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Holzken counters with a lovely straight right hand!
PePe Hapitchou is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Holzken dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hapitchou throws a hook to the side of Holzken's head but Holzken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Holzken shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Holzken jabs at Hapitchou's body.
Holzken ducks under a wild hook from Hapitchou.#TD2#
Holzken shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Holzken was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Holzken passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Hapitchou!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
PePe Hapitchou clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Holzken on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hapitchou throws a jab but it's blocked by Holzken.
Holzken takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hapitchou tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Holzken was well out of range. Poor timing from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Holzken counters with a nice uppercut.
Holzken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Holzken is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hapitchou with a body shot.
Hapitchou misses with an uppercut.
Hapitchou misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Holzken counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Holzken moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hapitchou loads up on a big right hand but Holzken slips the punch.
Hapitchou misses with a body kick.
Hapitchou keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hapitchou throws a head kick but Holzken moves out of range.
Holzken lands a nice looking body shot.
#T1#
Hapitchou takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Holzken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hapitchou.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hapitchou darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hapitchou just misses with a punch to the body.
Good work by Holzken as he checks the leg kick.
Hapitchou keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hapitchou is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Holzken.
Holzken appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hapitchou avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hapitchou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Holzken.
Holzken throws an off balance right hand
and Hapitchou counters with a straight right hand.
Hapitchou pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Holzken dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Holzken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hapitchou.
#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou connects with a looping right hand.
A low kick from Hapitchou misses
and Holzken counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Holzken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hapitchou misses with a kick to the body.
Holzken dives in and grabs Hapitchou's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hapitchou pushes down on Holzken's head and hops out.
Hapitchou throws a sloppy body shot
and Holzken counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Holzken on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice defenses there by Holzken.
Holzken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hapitchou throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Holzken just misses with a punch to the body.
Hapitchou catches Holzken with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hapitchou cracks the inside of Holzken's front leg. #T3#
Holzken takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Holzken blocks a jab.
Hapitchou looks to land a left hand but Holzken moved out of range nicely.
Holzken misses with a body shot.
Hapitchou is looking to counter punch.
Holzken cracks Hapitchou with an open hand slap.
Hapitchou ducks under a wild hook from Holzken.
Hapitchou looks to throw the jab but Holzken is out of range.
Hapitchou looks to throw the jab but Holzken is out of range.
Hapitchou throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hapitchou lands with a good body shot.
Holzken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hapitchou.
Hapitchou misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
Hapitchou fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Holzken looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4#
Holzken moves out of range of the strikes.
Holzken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Holzken checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hapitchou misses with a straight right.
Holzken misses the shot to the body.
Hapitchou just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Hapitchou.
Holzken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hapitchou.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Holzken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Holzken jabs Hapitchou to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Holzken swings for the body but Hapitchou moves out of range.
Holzken avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Holzken misses with an uppercut. Hapitchou saw that one coming.#TD2#
Holzken fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hapitchou sprawls well initially but Holzken persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
PePe Hapitchou had his way with Rodney Holzken in that 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!
#R5#
Hapitchou wants to land a leg kick but Holzken is out of range.
Holzken takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hapitchou missing with a left hand there. Holzken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Holzken looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Holzken misses with a hook. Hapitchou ducked under it nicely.
Holzken avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Holzken has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Holzken lands a body shot.
Holzken throws a body punch but Hapitchou moves out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Holzken checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hapitchou looks to land a left hand but Holzken moved out of range nicely.
A nice side step and Holzken releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hapitchou connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Holzken momentarily.
Holzken takes a swing at Hapitchou's ribcage but misses.
Hapitchou ducks under a wild hook from Holzken.
Hapitchou fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hapitchou throws a shot to the body.
#T1#
Holzken walks into a left hand.
Holzken throws a body shot but no joy.
Hapitchou dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Holzken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hapitchou manages to avoid it.
Holzken ducks under a wild hook from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou stalks Holzken and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Holzken's face. Holzken staggers backwards, shaken.
Hapitchou throws a lazy right hand but Holzken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hapitchou tries to land a leg kick but Holzken saw it coming and moves away.
Holzken avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Holzken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Hapitchou was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Holzken.
Hapitchou loads up on a big right hand but Holzken slips the punch.
Holzken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Holzken misses with a looping left.
Hapitchou doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Holzken looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Hapitchou throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hapitchou. Holzken does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Holzken lands a nice hook to Hapitchou's body. Hapitchou takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Holzken looks to land a left hand but Hapitchou moved out of range nicely.
Donk. Hapitchou catches Holzken right on the button with a cross.
A swing and a miss from Hapitchou.
A shot to the liver by Holzken. Beautiful body shot.
Holzken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Holzken now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hapitchou throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Holzken decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hapitchou's guard.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hapitchou swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Hapitchou keeping moving, preventing Holzken from controlling successfully.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Hapitchou is keeping the position.
Hapitchou is trying to keep Holzken in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken tries to free his leg and advance position but Hapitchou is retaining full guard.
Holzken pushes down on Hapitchou's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hapitchou trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
Holzken is just content to waste time from the top position. Hapitchou takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #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.#SUB#
Hapitchou working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Holzken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Holzken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but Hapitchou is keeping the position.
Holzken is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Holzken sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Hapitchou doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Holzken 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 Hapitchou - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). PePe Hapitchou!
PePe Hapitchou is the new featherweight champion!
An out of breath and clearly excited PePe Hapitchou thanked Reaper Combatwear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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LEGACY! 79
Date: Aug 06, 2016 |
#R1#
La Bor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
La Bor throws a head kick but Holzken moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from La Bor, right into the meat.
La Bor scores with a jab to the jaw.
Holzken looks to score with a jab to the body but La Bor is just out of range.
La Bor finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
La Bor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holzken moves away.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Holzken looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
La Bor avoids the body shot from Holzken.
As Holzken backs off La Bor throws a huge counter combo but Holzken manages to avoid it all.
Manuel La Bor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Holzken.
Holzken lands with a good body shot.
The fighters circling - La Bor throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Holzken avoids the body shot from La Bor.
Holzken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
La Bor misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Holzken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES2#
La Bor has one foot on Holzken's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Holzken throws a body punch but La Bor moves out of range.
Holzken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
La Bor will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
La Bor throws a quick inside leg kick.
Manuel La Bor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Holzken showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from La Bor.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Holzken swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by La Bor.
La Bor throws a right hand that Holzken ducks under and follows up with a left that Holzken also avoids with ease.
Holzken takes a swing at La Bor's ribcage but misses.
La Bor will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
La Bor throws a body punch but Holzken moves out of range.
Holzken attempts a counter takedown but La Bor avoids it well and moves away.
La Bor moves out of range of the strikes.
Holzken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
La Bor misses with a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Holzken. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Holzken.
La Bor connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
La Bor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holzken.
La Bor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Holzken throws a jab when La Bor was well out of range.
Holzken slips a jab from La Bor.
Nice cross by La Bor.
Holzken keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
La Bor lands a jab-cross combination. #T4#
Holzken scores with a nice head shot.
La Bor uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Holzken.
La Bor takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
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!
Holzken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
La Bor cracks the inside of Holzken's front leg.
La Bor lands a nice looking body shot.
La Bor throws a sloppy body shot
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
La Bor 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.
Holzken passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Holzken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Holzken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
La Bor is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manuel La Bor dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
La Bor looks to clinch #TD#
and Holzken counters with a shoot takedown. La Bor fights it but they end up in guard.
Holzken pushing down on La Bor's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Holzken wants to free his trapped foot but La Bor is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Holzken is looking for a kimura here.
Holzken uses his free foot to push down on La Bor's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for La Bor.
La Bor really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Holzken is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but La Bor is surviving well by controlling Holzken's body position as best he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Holzken has control of La Bor's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and La Bor regains control of the situation pretty easily.
La Bor can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Holzken looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
La Bor regains half guard.#T1#
Holzken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for La Bor! #SUB#
Holzken jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but La Bor manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Holzken wants to control but La Bor is keeping him busy.
La Bor is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Holzken off and has taken his back!
Holzken is in bad spot here.
Holzken is working hard here to advance position.
La Bor controlling the position well here. Holzken rolled but La Bor kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Holzken tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Rodney Holzken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Holzken is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
La Bor with good strikes from the mount here!
Holzken working to try and regain half guard.
La Bor landing strikes from the mount and Holzken is in trouble!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Holzken slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Holzken wants to improve his position but La Bor is controlling well.
La Bor looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
La Bor prevents Holzken from improving his position.
La Bor is trying to control the action in half guard but Holzken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Holzken tries to roll over but La Bor keeps him under control.
La Bor moves into full mount! Holzken won't be happy about that!
Holzken manages to regain half guard. Good work.
La Bor throwing shots but Holzken is blocking nicely. #SU2#
La Bor decides to stand and escape the position.
La Bor scores with a jab to the jaw.
La Bor just misses with a punch to the body.
Holzken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
La Bor rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T4#
Holzken wants to pass the guard but La Bor is keeping the position.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from La Bor.
Holzken advances position into side control!
La Bor tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
La Bor is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Holzken passes to full mount! That's big trouble for La Bor!
Holzken tries to control but La Bor wriggling away.
La Bor is looking to improve his position but Holzken isn't that keen on the idea.
La Bor is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Holzken with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB#
Holzken is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But La Bor has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from La Bor!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rodney Holzken will probably get the nod.
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#
La Bor falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Holzken counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for La Bor! #SUB#
Holzken is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. La Bor knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
La Bor tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position.
Holzken advances to full mount.
La Bor is working to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Holzken is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. La Bor can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#SUB#
Holzken jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but La Bor manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T1#
La Bor is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
La Bor manages to get to full guard.
Holzken forces his way into half guard.
Holzken wants to pass the guard but La Bor is defending well.
La Bor moves into full guard.
Holzken stands and throws La Bor's legs to the side, diving into side control.
La Bor is looking to regain half guard here but Holzken keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Holzken tries for a kimura but La Bor is defending well. #SUB#
Holzken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
La Bor pushes Holzken away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Holzken gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Holzken wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by La Bor, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Holzken is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. La Bor knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
La Bor is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Holzken tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
La Bor tries to bench press Holzken off him but Holzken keeps the position. #T3#
La Bor prevents Holzken from improving position. #SUB#
Holzken thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but La Bor is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
La Bor tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Holzken wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by La Bor, who protects the arm well.
La Bor is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Holzken thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Holzken works to advance to full mount. La Bor defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T4#
La Bor is desperately trying to improve his position but Holzken has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Holzken wants to finish this one by submission but La Bor is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Holzken.
La Bor is wriggling around trying to escape.
Holzken tries to control but La Bor wriggling away. #SUB#
Holzken looking to secure an arm triangle but La Bor defends it well.
La Bor is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Holzken looking to secure an arm triangle but La Bor defends it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Holzken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as La Bor is looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodney Holzken showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Holzken 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodney Holzken!
Our winner, Rodney Holzken, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Manuel La Bor stepped up to the mic, saying 'This IS frustrating, but the training that I have received in preparation for you, will be followed with more. Nice win and I salute you.'.
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Event:
LEGACY! 74
Date: Jul 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Krakowiak throws a shot from downtown. Holzken moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Holzken was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Krakowiak throws out a loose jab but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
And Holzken tries to counter it with a takedown but Krakowiak pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Krakowiak looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Holzken swings away with a body shot that misses
and Holzken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Holzken scores with a punch to the head.
Krakowiak misses with a body kick.
Krakowiak throws a hook but Holzken avoids it easily.
Holzken with the counter takedown but Krakowiak avoids it easily.
Holzken closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Krakowiak tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Holzken was well out of range. Poor timing from Krakowiak.
Krakowiak moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Holzken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Krakowiak moves away.
Krakowiak has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Krakowiak there as he acknowledges the shot.
Krakowiak moves in looking to clinch but Holzken pushes him off.
Krakowiak tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Holzken paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Holzken! But no joy.
Krakowiak throws a leg kick but Holzken sees it coming and moves out of range.
Holzken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Krakowiak.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Holzken! But no joy.
Holzken sizes up Krakowiak with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Krakowiak looks to score with a jab to the body but Holzken is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Holzken! But no joy.
Krakowiak looks to land a body kick but Holzken moved away.#T2#
Jab, jab by Krakowiak - just one landing.
Holzken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Holzken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Krakowiak moves away.
Nice defenses there by Holzken.
Holzken takes one on the button.
Krakowiak takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Krakowiak rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Holzken counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Krakowiak thinking.
Holzken just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Krakowiak misses with a hook. Holzken ducked under it nicely.
Krakowiak throws a series of punches but Holzken avoids them all with ease.
Jacek Krakowiak is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Holzken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Krakowiak throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Holzken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Holzken with the counter takedown but Krakowiak avoids it easily.
Krakowiak misses with an uppercut.
Krakowiak lands with a straight right. Holzken didn't see that one coming.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Holzken.#CL#
Krakowiak closes the distance and clinches.
Holzken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Holzken tries to work over Krakowiak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holzken.
Holzken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Krakowiak has Holzken pressed against the cage, preventing Holzken from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A head punch on the inside from Krakowiak fails to land.
Krakowiak lands an uppercut.
Krakowiak can't find room to land a body shot as Holzken controls the action.
Krakowiak pressing his opponent against the cage.
Holzken misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Holzken.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Krakowiak.
Holzken is trying to break the clinch but Krakowiak is controlling him.
Holzken has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Krakowiak after a bit of a struggle.
Holzken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC2#
Holzken breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Krakowiak misses with a series of wild punches.
Holzken changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacek Krakowiak dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Holzken throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Krakowiak was covering up waiting for the punch and Holzken finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Krakowiak scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Holzken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Holzken throws a hook but Krakowiak avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken ducks under a wild hook from Krakowiak.
Krakowiak looks to land a left hand but Holzken moved out of range nicely.
Holzken tries to score a power double leg takedown but Krakowiak sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Holzken somewhat.#T1#
Krakowiak thuds his right hand into Holzken's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Holzken slips under a jab from Krakowiak.
Holzken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Holzken takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T2#
Krakowiak throws a hook but Holzken avoids it easily.
Holzken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Krakowiak was well out of range. Poor timing from Holzken.
Holzken moves away from the strike by Krakowiak.
A good leg kick by Krakowiak.
Holzken scores with a shot to the body.
Holzken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Krakowiak.
Krakowiak swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Holzken punishes Krakowiak's body with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Krakowiak does it's job there.
Holzken clobbers Krakowiak with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
The fighters circling - Holzken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Krakowiak throws a series of punches but Holzken avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Krakowiak clinches.
Krakowiak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Krakowiak throws a head punch that misses.
Holzken looking for a takedown.
Krakowiak's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Holzken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Holzken takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Krakowiak.
Krakowiak softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Krakowiak swings wildly with an uppercut but Holzken uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Krakowiak. #T4#
Holzken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Holzken doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Holzken throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Krakowiaks head.
Krakowiak lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Holzken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The referee calls for Krakowiak to work.
Krakowiak softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Krakowiak is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Holzken can do to turn this around?
A right handed body shot lands from Krakowiak.
Krakowiak blocking some punches.
Holzken throws a punch but it's blocked by Krakowiak.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Holzken.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Krakowiak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Holzken misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Krakowiak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Krakowiak on the inside.
Holzken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Holzken misses with a punch on the inside.
Krakowiak prevents a body shot from Holzken.
Krakowiak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Krakowiak.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacek Krakowiak 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#
Holzken takes one to the chin there.
Krakowiak is looking to clinch.
Krakowiak misses with a wild body shot.
Krakowiak keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A swing and a miss from Holzken.
Holzken misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Krakowiak on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krakowiak misses with a right hand
and Holzken counters with a nice uppercut.
Holzken slips a straight right by Krakowiak.
A little jabbing left from Holzken on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Krakowiak tries to close the distance and clinch but Holzken swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1#
Krakowiak uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Holzken has time to react.
Holzken bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Krakowiak's head.
Krakowiak throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Holzken was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Krakowiak thows a left - swing and a miss!
A nice side step and Holzken releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Krakowiak throws a low kick but Holzken avoids it.
Holzken throws out a counter right but Krakowiak avoids it with no problem.
Holzken looks to land a right hand but Krakowiak moved out of range.
Krakowiak misses with a head kick.
Holzken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A head kick misses from Krakowiak. #T2#
Krakowiak misses with an uppercut. Holzken saw that one coming.
Krakowiak scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Krakowiak jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rodney Holzken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Holzken looks to land a left hand but Krakowiak moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Krakowiak wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL#
Krakowiak rushes Holzken and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Holzken is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Krakowiak swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Holzken has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Krakowiak avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Holzken has a couple of punches blocked by Krakowiak.
Krakowiak blocking some punches.
Krakowiak dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Holzken working aggressively here.
#T3##BC2#
Holzken pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Holzken misses with a hook.
Krakowiak fires out a quick counter leg kick but Holzken just manages to avoid it.
Krakowiak misses with a head kick.
Krakowiak tries to land a leg kick but Holzken saw it coming and moves away.
Holzken thows a left - swing and a miss!
Holzken throws a looping overhand right but Krakowiak ducks down to avoid it.
Krakowiak uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Holzken.
Krakowiak misses with a body kick.
Krakowiak swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Holzken.#T4#
Krakowiak takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Holzken takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jacek Krakowiak is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Krakowiak keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Krakowiak misses its intended target.
Jacek Krakowiak is winning the standup battle so far.
Holzken takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Krakowiak is looking to chop away at Holzken's legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Holzken throws a looping overhand right but Krakowiak ducks down to avoid it.
Holzken rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Krakowiak counters with a straight right hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jacek Krakowiak showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Krakowiak 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jacek Krakowiak!
Jacek Krakowiak thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
LEGACY! 70
Date: Jun 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Munoz tries to land a front kick but Holzken steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Holzken throws a counter combo.
Munoz bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Munoz throws a quick inside leg kick.
Holzken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Munoz.
Munoz misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Holzken counters with a nice double leg into half 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.
Munoz won't allow Holzken to pass to mount.
Munoz is trying to maintain the position but Holzken is very close to passing his half guard.
Holzken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Munoz knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Holzken trying to control the action but Munoz is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Holzken 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.
Munoz wants to control but Holzken is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Munoz is looking to improve his position.
Holzken uses his free foot to push down on Munoz's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Munoz. #SUB2#
Munoz has left one of his arms exposed and Holzken doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Munoz screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rodney Holzken!
During a confident post fight interview, Rodney Holzken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Causing Havoc 61
Date: Apr 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Holzken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Futter throws out the jab.
Futter darts in looking for a takedown but Holzken gets double underhooks and turns Futter into the cage.
Holzken was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Futter doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Holzken connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Futter misses with a looping left.
A quick step to the side and Holzken tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Futter misses with a hook to the body
and Futter takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Buck Futter has been cut.
Futter fails to land the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Holzken misses the target.
Rodney Holzken has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Buck Futter.
Futter darts in looking for a takedown but Holzken gets double underhooks and turns Futter into the cage.
A quick step to the side and Holzken tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Buck Futter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Futter shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Holzken napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Futter landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Holzken tries to improve position but can't.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Holzken is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Futter off and has taken his back!
Holzken definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Holzken working for the choke. #T1#
Holzken controlling well, preventing Futter from escaping the position.
Holzken not allowing Futter to control his hands.
I really don't envy Futter right now.
#SUB#
Holzken is looking for a rear naked choke here but Futter reverses the position brilliantly into Holzken's guard!
Futter won't allow Holzken to sweep him here.
Holzken looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Futter puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Futter working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Futter lands a nice short elbow.
Futter is pressing down on Holzken's thigh, looking to free his foot. Holzken is holding on for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holzken trying to get back to full guard but Futter takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Futter pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Futter is landing with some decent strikes but Holzken is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T2#
Holzken tries to reverse the position but Futter maintains control.
Futter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holzken taking shots to the head.
Futter landing shots from mount.
Futter wants to take his opponent's back but Holzken doesn't allow it.
Holzken tries to hold on but Futter postures up.
Futter fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Futter controlling from mount.
Futter postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Holzken looks a forlorn figure.
Holzken manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Holzken is trying to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Futter is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Futter is controlling the pace.
Holzken wants to improve his position but Futter is controlling well.
Futter is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holzken gets full guard.
Holzken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Holzken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Holzken forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Futter wants to get back to full guard.
Futter won't allow Holzken to pass to mount.
Futter gets back to full guard.
Holzken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Futter's guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Futter manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Futter trying to keep a closed guard but Holzken is proving a slippery customer.
Holzken wants to control from the top but Futter keeps moving.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Futter swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Futter looking for a triangle here. Holzken is fighting it but it looks tight! Futter pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Holzken is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Buck Futter!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Buck Futter waved his t-shirt featuring KAISER's logo in front of the cameras.
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