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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 107
Date: Mar 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Jackson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chartier.
Chartier misses with an uppercut. Jackson saw that one coming.
Jackson throwing a counter right hand but Chartier manages to avoid it.
Chartier displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chartier.
A cross from Jackson lands.
Jackson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Jackson slips a straight right by Chartier.
Chartier avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chartier misses with a looping right.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Chartier sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chartier swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jackson checks the leg kick.
Chartier throws out a powerful jab.
Jackson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Jackson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jackson.#CUT#
It looks like Donald Chartier has been cut.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Chartier! But no joy.
Nice uppercut lands for Chartier. That snapped Jackson's head back.
Chartier throws a solid leg kick but Jackson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chartier.
Rodney Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chartier slips under a jab.
Chartier misses with a wild body shot.
Jackson throws out a powerful jab.
Jackson blocks a low kick nicely.
A big right from Chartier misses.
Jackson thuds a left hand into Chartier's body.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Chartier tries to keep at a distance but Jackson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Chartier has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Jackson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chartier wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jackson prevents Chartier from breaking the clinch.
Chartier tries to circle away but Jackson has him pinned against the cage.
Jackson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jackson scores with a shoulder strike.
Jackson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC#
Chartier is rocked!
Jackson scores with a shoulder strike.
Chartier is still on wobbly legs! Can Jackson finish him?
Jackson has Chartier pressed against the cage, preventing Chartier from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#KD#
Jackson drops Chartier onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Chartier is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Jackson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Chartier or not.
Jackson creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Chartier with a big uppercut! Chartier tries to clinch up but Jackson pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Chartier to the mat! Chartier covers up and Jackson unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rodney Jackson!
Our winner, Rodney Jackson, 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:
MMAHelsinki - 105
Date: Mar 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Ramsey throws a good cross that connects.
Ramsey comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL#
Jackson has closed the distance and engaged Ramsey in a clinch.
Ramsey wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A left hand lands to the body for Jackson.
Ramsey's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Jackson scores with a hook to the body.
Jackson works on Ramsey's body with a couple of short punches.
Ramsey lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short uppercut from Jackson.
Jackson lands a right hand.
Jackson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
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 right handed body shot lands from Jackson.
Ramsey looks winded!
Jackson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jackson scores with a shot to the side of Ramsey's head.
Jackson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A left hand lands to the body for Jackson.
Jackson lands a shoulder strike.
Jackson pushes Ramsey back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T1#
Jackson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jackson lands with a light punch inside.
Jackson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ramsey backwards. #ROC#
Ramsey is rocked!
Jackson creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Ramsey with a big uppercut! Ramsey tries to clinch up but Jackson pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Ramsey to the mat! Ramsey covers up and Jackson unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rodney Jackson!
A very excited looking Rodney Jackson 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.
Kenny Ramsey spoke after the fight, saying 'i ll be back stronger'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 98
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Nickal keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nickal feints the counter takedown.
Jackson lands with a nice combination. Nickal backs away looking to recover.#TD2#
Nickal scores with a takedown into Jackson's guard.
Jackson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nickal .
Jackson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jackson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nickal on the ground.
Nickal throwing strikes from guard but Jackson blocks nicely.
Nickal working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickal is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nickal throwing strikes from guard but Jackson blocks nicely.
Nickal throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jackson works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Nickal throws a big elbow that misses.
Nickal distracts Jackson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nickal is looking to work some ground and pound but Jackson has wrist control.
Nickal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Nickal throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nickal throws out a loose jab but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson misses with a left hand
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nickal is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nickal slips under a jab from Jackson.
Rodney Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson misses the jab.
Nickal 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jackson under the eye.#T2#
Nickal moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nickal dodges the punch combination from Jackson.
#TD2#
Jackson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nickal to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Nickal passes Jackson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nickal throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nickal throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Nickal slips a nice elbow through Jackson's hands, connecting with Jackson's forehead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nickal .
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nickal lands a nice short elbow.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nickal .
Jackson is trying to control but can't.
Nickal working the head and body with strikes.
Nickal throwing shots but Jackson is blocking nicely.
Nickal has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jackson trying to hold on to Nickal 's head to control him but Nickal postures up.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nickal .
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nickal lands a nice short elbow.
Nickal throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Nickal thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jackson's head.
Nickal not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson is looking for a sweep. Nickal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jackson throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Nickal counters with a nice double leg into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nickal accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nickal throwing strikes from guard but Jackson blocks nicely.
Nickal postures up in Jackson's guard and throws a big left but Jackson blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nickal with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nickal stands and throws Jackson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Nickal in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo Nickal dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A swing and a miss from Jackson.
Nickal throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nickal misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Nickal slips the punch.
Nickal throws an off balance right hand
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nickal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Jackson lands a jab to Nickal 's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson jabs Nickal to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jackson misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Nickal counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jackson!
Nickal working the body and head with strikes.
Nickal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Nickal in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Nickal throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Nickal tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Nickal in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #ROC2#
Jackson is rocked!
Nickal cracks Jackson with a big right hand but Jackson just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Oh Jackson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nickal scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Jackson is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Nickal can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bo Nickal !
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 95
Date: Feb 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Kalashnikov looks for a takedown but Jackson sprawls well.
Jackson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jackson wants it to stay on the feet.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jackson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kalashnikov's head.#TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kalashnikov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kalashnikov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
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.
Sloppy strikes there by Kalashnikov.
The strikes coming from Kalashnikov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy.
Kalashnikov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kalashnikov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Kalashnikov controlling from side mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound from side control.
Jackson wants to control but Kalashnikov postures up.
Kalashnikov taking a break here but Jackson is having none of it and regains half guard.
Kalashnikov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kalashnikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Jackson is not content to let Kalashnikov control the position.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kalashnikov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kalashnikov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalashnikov. #SUB#
Kalashnikov seems to be looking for submissions.
Kalashnikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Jackson is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard. #T3#
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Kalashnikov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Jackson reverses the position - he's now on top in Kalashnikov's guard.
Kalashnikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Kalashnikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kalashnikov, not yet.
Jackson trying to control but Kalashnikov is working from the bottom.
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Kalashnikov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kalashnikov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jackson uses it to pass to side control.
Jackson controls the position from side control.
Jackson trying to control the position but Kalashnikov is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson taking a breather here.
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 Mikhail Kalashnikov 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#
Kalashnikov goes for a double leg but Jackson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jackson continues to drive forward.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Kalashnikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jackson defends it nicely.
Kalashnikov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jackson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jackson as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kalashnikov fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kalashnikov closes the distance and clinches up with Jackson, looking for a takedown. Kalashnikov pushes Jackson against the cage but Jackson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jackson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jackson enables Kalashnikov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jackson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Jackson managing to control the position.
Kalashnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalashnikov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov throws a strike but Jackson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Jackson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB#
Kalashnikov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jackson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jackson content to stall in guard here.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson advances position into side control!
Kalashnikov is looking to reverse the position.
Kalashnikov being controlled for a moment.
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3#
Kalashnikov is pressing down on Jackson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jackson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but Kalashnikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kalashnikov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov landing some decent shots from guard.
Kalashnikov won't allow Jackson to sweep him here. #T4#
Kalashnikov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jackson's guard.
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kalashnikov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jackson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jackson defending well though.
Kalashnikov stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
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 Mikhail Kalashnikov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kalashnikov shoots for a takedown but Jackson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kalashnikov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jackson avoids it really well and circles away.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kalashnikov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jackson's waist but Jackson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kalashnikov off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kalashnikov fails with the takedown
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A lazy left from Jackson finds it's target.#CUT2#
It looks like Mikhail Kalashnikov has been cut.
Kalashnikov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jackson swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kalashnikov shoots in but no luck this time.
Jackson unleashes a big counter combination but Kalashnikov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jackson lands with a straight right. Kalashnikov didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
Jackson throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Kalashnikov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kalashnikov won't allow Jackson to sweep him here.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson controls Kalashnikov momentarily but Kalashnikov frees himself.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kalashnikov throws a strike but Jackson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kalashnikov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Kalashnikov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jackson defends it easily.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Jackson stays in close to Kalashnikov's body and controls the position.
Jackson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kalashnikov keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle but Jackson pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a guillotine here but Jackson defends easily.
Jackson is stalling in the full guard.
Rodney Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB#
Jackson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jackson stays in close to Kalashnikov's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Kalashnikov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jackson escapes and throws Kalashnikov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg under to get back to half 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.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura here.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kalashnikov tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson wants to control but Kalashnikov is keeping him busy.
Kalashnikov gets full guard.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jackson content to stall in guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodney Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kalashnikov 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Mikhail Kalashnikov 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:
MMAHelsinki - 91
Date: Jan 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Jackson misses with a few strikes there.
#TD#
Halverson gets the takedown into side control.
Halverson tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Jackson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halverson tries to advance to mount but can't.
Halverson trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Halverson misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halverson lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Halverson working the ground and pound but Jackson is defending the strikes. #T1#
Halverson wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Halverson throws an elbow but Jackson slips to the side and avoids it well.#SUB#
Halverson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Halverson 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.
Halverson tries to move to mount but Jackson blocks the move with his legs.
Halverson happy to just control the position for now.
Jackson is trying to improve his position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Halverson creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Halverson working the ground and pound from side control.
Halverson looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Jackson is avoiding damage well.
Halverson cracks Jackson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Halverson advances to mount.
Halverson lands a heavy elbow.
Halverson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jackson is looking to escape.
BOOM! Halverson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#T3#
Halverson thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Halverson wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Halverson looking to finish with strikes here!
We've been hearing that Halverson has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Halverson tries to control but Jackson wriggling away.
Jackson tries to hold on but Halverson postures up.
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Halverson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Halverson with the ground and pound from mount.
Halverson thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Jackson is desperately trying to improve his position but Halverson has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
Halverson is trying to control here but Jackson has managed to regain half guard.
#SUB#
Halverson is working for a submission of some sort.
Nice strikes from Halverson there.
Jackson wants to improve his position but Halverson is controlling well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Halverson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thatcher Halverson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Halverson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jackson avoids it really well and circles away.
Halverson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Halverson.
Halverson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jackson on the side of the head.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Halverson saw that one coming.
Halverson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halverson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jackson takes a swing at Halverson's ribcage but misses.
Halverson cracks Jackson with a good jab.#T1#
Jackson leaves Halverson 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 Thatcher Halverson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Jackson instigates a clinch.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Halverson.
Jackson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Halverson.
Halverson takes a shot to the head.
Jackson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Halversons head.
Halverson tries to pull guard but Jackson won't allow it.
#BC2#
Jackson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jackson lands the left hand.
Jackson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Halverson. #T2#
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Halverson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jackson stuns Halverson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Halverson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Halverson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jackson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Halverson missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jackson is looking for the big counter here.
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Halverson moves away and avoids it.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Halverson manages to avoid it.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Halverson moved out of range.
Halverson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rodney Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Halverson scores with a hook.
Halverson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
Jackson moves out of range as Halverson strikes.
Halverson scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Halverson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jackson defends well and Halverson ends up having to push Jackson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Halverson slips the punch.
Halverson throwing a counter right hand but Jackson manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheers as Jackson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Halverson doesn't seem phased though.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
Halverson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Halverson misses with a jab to the body
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Halverson tries for a takedown but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jackson misses with a lunging right hand
and Halverson counters with a nice uppercut.
Jackson scores with the left hand. Halverson knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Halverson staying out of range there.
Halverson just misses with a punch to the body.
Halverson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Halverson dives in and grabs Jackson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes down on Halverson's head and hops out.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Halverson.
Halverson missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A big left from Jackson misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Halverson shoots in but Jackson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Halverson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Halverson moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Halverson.
A quick step to the side and Halverson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Jackson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! 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#
Halverson walks into a jab.#TD#
Halverson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jackson's half guard.
Halverson works his foot free and advances to mount.
Halverson lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Poor strikes thrown by Halverson there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halverson looking to land elbow strikes but Jackson uses the position to regain half guard.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Halverson. #SUB#
Halverson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Jackson defend it? Halverson steps over the head and cranks it - Jackson is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Halverson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Thatcher Halverson!
Thatcher Halverson looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I shall rise to the top again! Thanks to all my teammates for the training! Also thanks Jackson for taking the fight. To all my faithful fans, thanks for sticking in there with me!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 89
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Jackson slips a straight right by Scott.
Jackson throwing a counter right hand but Scott manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Scott shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Scott was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jackson dodges the ground and pound from Scott.
Scott cracks Jackson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Jackson tries to improve position but can't.
Jackson is not content to let Scott control the position.
Scott tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Scott in side control, throwing shots but Jackson defends.
Jackson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jackson tries to get out of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Jackson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Jackson takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Scott creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Jackson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB2#
Scott is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Jackson looks calm but he's in trouble here. Scott gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Jackson is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Scott lets go of the hold and Jackson can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Aaron Scott!
Aaron Scott took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Lion Fightwear for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 85
Date: Dec 24, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Petrosyan has closed the distance and engaged Jackson in a clinch.
Jackson throws a punch but it's blocked by Petrosyan.
Petrosyan connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT#
It looks like Rodney Jackson has been cut.
Petrosyan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Jackson avoids it.
Petrosyan using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jackson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Petrosyan tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Petrosyan throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Petrosyan lands an elbow just above Jackson 's eye.
Petrosyan lands an elbow inside that Jackson shrugs off.
Jackson blocks the elbow strike.
Jackson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Petrosyan creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Jackson's defenses.
A short uppercut from Jackson.
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!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Petrosyan just misses with a elbow thrown towards Jackson's brow.
Petrosyan tries a knee to the head but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson avoids the elbow strike from Petrosyan, against the cage.
Jackson lands a body shot.
Petrosyan lands a nice elbow.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Petrosyan throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Petrosyan lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Petrosyan connects with a knee to the head.
Jackson struggles to land a body shot inside as Petrosyan controls his hands.
#T1#
Petrosyan pushes off an throws an elbow but Jackson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Petrosyan comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Petrosyan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jackson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jackson avoiding damage as Petrosyan throws knees to the body.
Good body shot from Jackson.
Petrosyan is breathing heavily.
Jackson digs a right hand into Petrosyan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Petrosyan's gas tank.
Jackson lands a hook that snaps the head of Petrosyan backwards.
Petrosyan tries a knee to the head but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jackson avoids the elbow strike from Petrosyan, against the cage.
Jackson can't find room to land a body shot as Petrosyan controls the action.
Jackson tries a body shot but Petrosyan blocks it.
Petrosyan tries a knee to the head but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Petrosyan tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A body shot lands from Jackson.
Jackson lands with a right to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson cracks Petrosyan with a nice body shot.
Jackson lands a shot to the body.
Jackson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jackson digs a right hand into Petrosyan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Petrosyan's gas tank. #T2#
A short uppercut from Jackson.
A right hook to the body lands for Jackson.
Petrosyan avoiding damage as Jackson throws knees to the body.
Jackson pushes Petrosyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jackson.
Jackson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Petrosyan throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jackson pushes Petrosyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Petrosyan is rocked!
Jackson lands a big right hand that drops Petrosyan! The killer instinct kicks in and Jackson finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Jackson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rodney Jackson!
During a confident post fight interview, Rodney Jackson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 79
Date: Nov 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Grimes misses with a body shot
#CL#
and Jackson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jackson.
A head punch on the inside from Grimes fails to land.
Jackson missing with knees to the body.
Grimes digs a right hand underneath Jackson's ribcage. Jackson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Grimes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Jackson or not.
Jackson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jackson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Grimes is defending well for now.
Grimes manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Grimes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Grimes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jackson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Grimes or not.
Grimes pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Grimes misses with the head strike.
I was talking to Jackson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Jackson.
Jackson tries a body shot but Grimes blocks it.
#T1#
Grimes lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Jackson.
A short left from Grimes.
Grimes blocking some punches.
Grimes has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Jackson lands a body punch.
Jackson struggles to land a body shot inside as Grimes controls his hands.
Grimes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Grimes misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Grimes prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short body shot lands from Jackson as the two fighters clinch.
Jackson digs a right hand underneath Grimes's ribcage. Grimes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jackson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Grimes.
Jackson throws a head punch that misses.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jackson lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Jackson connects with a nasty looking knee right to Grimes's face.
Jackson scores with a nice hook 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!
Jackson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jackson lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Grimes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grimes prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson tries to throw a body punch but Grimes avoids it by throwing Jackson back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Grimes.
Grimes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jackson.
Grimes misses with the head strike.
Jackson scores with a shoulder strike.
Jackson lands an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Grimes as the two fighters clinch.
Grimes works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A right handed body shot lands from Grimes.
Jackson tries a body shot but Grimes blocks it.
Jackson has a couple of punches blocked by Grimes.
Grimes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Grimes taking a breather.
Grimes lands an uppercut.
Grimes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grimes misses with a punch on the inside.
Grimes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Jackson misses with some punches.
Grimes lands a nice uppercut.
Jackson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jackson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Grimes.
Grimes scores with a shoulder strike.
Jackson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jackson.
Grimes prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Grimes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A body shot lands from Grimes.
Grimes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Jackson.
Grimes lands with a left to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Grimes lands a nice uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Grimes.
Jackson is breathing heavily.#T4#
Grimes controlling the action here for a moment.
A body shot lands from Grimes.
Jackson trying to land knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Grimes.
Grimes misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Jackson tries to work over Grimes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jackson lands a good knee to the midsection. Grimes won't want to take too many of those.
Jackson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Grimes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Grimes fails to land.
Grimes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Jackson fails to land.
Jackson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Grimes has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Grimes lands a hook that snaps the head of Jackson backwards. #ROC2#
Jackson is rocked!
Grimes stalling in the clinch.
Oh Jackson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Stalling in the clinch from Grimes.
Grimes will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jackson up against the cage.
Grimes continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Grimes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Grimes dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Grimes fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Jackson to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Jackson looks to clinch but Grimes throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Jackson taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Brian Grimes!
In his post fight interview, Brian Grimes started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Highland Games 209
Date: Sep 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Jackson connects with a body shot that sends The Kid's belly button to the back.
Jackson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FIERCE in the buildup to the fight.
The Kid pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jackson seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
The Kid throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson throws an off balance right hand
and The Kid makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jackson slips a jab from The Kid.
The Kid throws a body shot but no joy.
The Kid throws a hook to the side of Jackson's head but Jackson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Jackson clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside.
The Kid tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing The Kid back against the cage.
The Kid working hard to break the clinch.
Jackson misses with a hook from the clinch.
The Kid working aggressively here.
Jackson prevents a body shot from The Kid. #T1#
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
The Kid breaks from the clinch.
Good shot there by The Kid.
The Kid fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
The Kid connects with a jab.
The Kid takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
The Kid misses with a body shot.
Jackson tries to counter by clinching up but The Kid breaks away and moves out of range.
The Kid misses with an uppercut. Jackson saw that one coming.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from The Kid. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bill The Kid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Kid throws a right hand that misses
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The Kid misses with a hook. Jackson ducked under it nicely.
Jackson staying out of range there.
Jackson throwing a counter right hand but The Kid manages to avoid it.#T2#
The Kid swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The Kid missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jackson closes the distance but The Kid moves to the side
and The Kid counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The Kid circles away from the clinch attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson lands a nice looking body shot.
The Kid misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Kid.
Jackson takes one to the side of the head.
The Kid cracks Jackson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jab, jab by Jackson - just one landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill The Kid dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but The Kid pushes him off.
Jackson slips a straight right by The Kid.
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but The Kid pushes him off.
A nice side step and The Kid releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A cross from Jackson lands.
The Kid misses with a straight right.
Jackson slips a jab from The Kid.
The Kid has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The Kid punishes Jackson's body with a nice straight punch.
Good standup being displayed there by The Kid as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Kid slips a straight right by Jackson.
The Kid looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The Kid ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
The Kid throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
The Kid slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
#T1#
A jab from The Kid misses.
The Kid lands a slapping body shot.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Kid was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Bill The Kid seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The Kid throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jackson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jackson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Jackson wants to clinch up but The Kid keeps it at a distance.
The Kid misses with a left hand
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jackson tries to move into range but The Kid moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jackson misses with a hook.
The Kid throws a good cross that connects.
Jackson lands with a cross.
The Kid connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jackson. Jackson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The Kid misses with a looping right.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from The Kid. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson is looking to counter punch.
Jackson takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Kid just misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
The Kid ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Kid.
The Kid takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Jackson defending well as The Kid loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson fails in his attempt to clinch.
The Kid doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jackson slips under a jab.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill The Kid showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
The Kid throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
The Kid misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Jackson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The Kid tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from The Kid.
Jackson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The Kid throws a body shot but no joy.
Jackson is looking to counter the offense by The Kid and move into the clinch.
The Kid cracks a nice hook into Jackson's ribs.
The Kid throws a big shot that misses.
Jackson slips a jab from The Kid.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson throws out a loose jab but The Kid uses good head movement to avoid it.
The Kid throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
Jackson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
The Kid steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson tries to clinch up but The Kid circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like The Kid was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
The Kid digs a good body shot into Jackson's ribs.
Jackson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jackson lands an overhand right.
No joy there for Jackson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jackson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The Kid dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The Kid cracks a nice hook into Jackson's ribs.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from The Kid.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Kid.
The Kid fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
A big right from The Kid misses.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The Kid throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
Jackson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but The Kid manages to circle out of the way.
Jackson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jackson moves away from the strike by The Kid.
Jackson tries to counter by clinching up but The Kid breaks away and moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson slips a straight right by The Kid.
Jackson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but The Kid manages to circle out of the way.
The Kid misses with an uppercut.
As The Kid tries to get set, Jackson tries to push him back and clinch up but The Kid manages to avoid the attempt.
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch up but The Kid swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The Kid throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackson seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from The Kid.
Jackson swings for the body but The Kid moves out of range.
The Kid looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jackson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and The Kid connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jackson scrambles back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill The Kid really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
The Kid throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
The Kid misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
The Kid swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
The Kid slips under a jab.
The Kid lands a nice shot to the body.
Jackson misses with a low kick.
Jackson lands with a good body shot.
The Kid tries to move into range but Jackson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Kid staying out of range there.
The Kid misses with a straight left.
The Kid misses with a straight left.
The Kid tests Jackson's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
The Kid misses with a hook.
The Kid swings widly with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jackson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jackson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jackson scores with a jab to the head.
The Kid scores with a sloppy right hand. Jackson should have avoided that one.
Good shot there by Jackson.
The Kid swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Jackson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The Kid uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson tries to clinch but The Kid is having none of it.
The Kid throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jackson works The Kid's body with a nice hook.
The Kid lands a head shot.
The Kid moves into range and connects with a jab.
The Kid lands with a nice body punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from The Kid. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson tries to counter by clinching up but The Kid breaks away and moves out of range.
Nice body punch from The Kid.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Bill The Kid will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
A big left from The Kid misses.
Jackson seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Bill The Kid is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A slow jab from The Kid misses its intended target.
The Kid feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jacksons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The Kid connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jackson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Jackson rushes The Kid and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jackson misses with a knee strike.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson throws a punch but it's blocked by The Kid.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The Kid blocks a body shot from Jackson.
Rodney Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Jackson tries to throw a body punch but The Kid avoids it by throwing Jackson back against the cage.
Jackson misses with some punches.
Jackson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The Kid prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson tries a body shot but The Kid blocks it.
The Kid blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jackson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The Kid blocks a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The Kid prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Jackson can't find room to land a body shot as The Kid controls the action.
Jackson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jackson lands a shot to the body.
The Kid managing to block the knees to the body from Jackson.
Jackson misses with some punches.
Jackson can't find room to land a body shot as The Kid controls the action.
Jackson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jackson can't find room to land a body shot as The Kid controls the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Jackson fails to land.
Jackson throws a punch but it's blocked by The Kid.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodney Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think The Kid 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 46:49
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 46:49
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill The Kid!
A relieved looking Bill The Kid 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:
Highland Games 206
Date: Sep 15, 2016 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Meridius or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson, which made it look bad.
Meridius fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jackson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jackson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2#
Meridius closes the distance and clinches.
A right hand to the body from Jackson.
Meridius tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing Meridius back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meridius wants to take the fight to the mat but Jackson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rodney Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maximus Meridius.
Meridius tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Meridius doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jackson counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Meridius fails with the takedown
and Jackson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Meridius thinking.
Meridius looks winded!
Jackson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Meridius has time to react.
Meridius with a lazy takedown attempt #KD#
and Jackson counters with a nice right hand that sends Meridius toppling to the canvas! Meridius scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Jackson finish him?!
Meridius takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#ROC#
Meridius is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Meridius shoots and misses
and Jackson scores with a counter punch that sends Meridius to the canvas! Jackson smells blood - he's punishing Meridius with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Meridius has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rodney Jackson!
A very excited looking Rodney Jackson 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:
Highland Games 202
Date: Sep 01, 2016 |
#R1#
Seppi wants to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Jackson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A head kick by Seppi misses
and Jackson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Seppi dips to his left and cracks Jackson with an uppercut!#CUT#
It looks like Rodney Jackson has been cut.
Jackson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jackson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CL#
Seppi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Stalling in the clinch from Seppi.
#BC2#
Jackson breaks the clinch.
Jackson scores with a nice right hand.
#CUT2#
It looks like Adriano Seppi has been cut.
Seppi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jackson connects with a body shot that sends Seppi's belly button to the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Seppi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Seppi has Jackson up against the cage in a clinch.
#T1#
Jackson blocks a body shot from Seppi.
Jackson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jackson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Seppi backwards.
Seppi tries a knee to the head but Jackson blocks it.
Seppi is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC#
Seppi breaks the clinch.
Seppi tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#
Seppi is rocked!
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Jackson counters with a right hand from hell and Seppi is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rodney Jackson!
A victorious Rodney Jackson 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:
Highland Games 197
Date: Aug 04, 2016 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Jackson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Schopenhauer moved out of range.
Schopenhauer attempts a counter takedown but Jackson avoids it well and moves away.
Jackson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice body punch from Jackson.
Schopenhauer slips a jab from Jackson.
Schopenhauer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at O'Brannigans MMA in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schopenhauer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jackson lands with a hook. Schopenhauer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T1#
Jackson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Schopenhauer ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Schopenhauer tries to counter with a takedown but Jackson is quick to defend against it.
Jackson throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Schopenhauer counters with a takedown into side control.
Schopenhauer tries to advance to mount but can't.
Schopenhauer is working hard here to advance position.
Schopenhauer creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Jackson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T2#
Jackson is trying to improve his position.
Schopenhauer throws an elbow but Jackson slips to the side and avoids it well.#SUB#
Schopenhauer looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Jackson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Schopenhauer.
Schopenhauer tries to move to mount but Jackson blocks the move with his legs.
Schopenhauer fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#SUB#
Schopenhauer thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Schopenhauer misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Schopenhauer tries to advance to mount but Jackson denies him.
Schopenhauer tries to move to full mount but Jackson actually manages to regain half guard.
Schopenhauer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jackson defending well though.
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Schopenhauer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Jackson is pressing down on Schopenhauer's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Schopenhauer is working Jackson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Schopenhauer wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Schopenhauer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Schopenhauer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Schopenhauer trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schopenhauer sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jackson's guard.
Schopenhauer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working.
Schopenhauer working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Schopenhauer is pressing down on Jackson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jackson is holding on for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schopenhauer throwing shots but Jackson is blocking nicely.
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 Arthur Schopenhauer will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Jackson as he connects with a hook.
Schopenhauer moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schopenhauer was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Schopenhauer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jackson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson lunges at Schopenhauer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Schopenhauer's hand. #T1#
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schopenhauer avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schopenhauer manages to avoid it.
Jackson misses with a hook. Schopenhauer ducked under it nicely.
Schopenhauer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jackson sprawls and moves away.
Jackson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jackson.
Jackson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T2#
Jackson with a jab.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schopenhauer.
Schopenhauer tries to counter with a takedown but Jackson is quick to defend against it.
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Schopenhauer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Jackson lands a jab to the nose.
Schopenhauer avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Jackson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jackson lands a nice hook to Schopenhauer's body. Schopenhauer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Schopenhauer tries to counter with a takedown but Jackson is quick to defend against it.#T4#
Jackson lands with an uppercut that bounces Schopenhauer off the cage and back into range.
Schopenhauer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Schopenhauer's shoulder, as Schopenhauer tries to avoid the shot.
Schopenhauer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jackson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Jackson 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#
Schopenhauer blocks a jab.
Schopenhauer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jackson connects with a nice looking jab.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Jackson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jackson throws a jab when Schopenhauer was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Schopenhauer moves away and avoids it.
Schopenhauer tries to counter with a takedown but Jackson is quick to defend against it.
Sloppy strikes from Jackson. Those never looked like landing.
Jackson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Schopenhauer on the side of the head.
Schopenhauer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Schopenhauer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jackson sprawls and moves away.
Rodney Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson jabs at Schopenhauer's body.#T2#
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Schopenhauer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jackson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson tries to bum rush Schopenhauer with a series of wild strikes but Schopenhauer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Schopenhauer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Jackson connects with a right hand. Schopenhauer shakes it off.
Jackson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sloppy strikes from Jackson. Those never looked like landing.
Schopenhauer feinted with a counter takedown.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Schopenhauer ducks down to avoid it.
Schopenhauer moves out of range of the body kick.#T4#
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackson lands with a shot to the body.
Jackson misses with a two punch combination.
Schopenhauer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jackson sprawls and moves away.
Nice defenses there by Schopenhauer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schopenhauer takes one on the chin but seems OK.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodney Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jackson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 25:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 26:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodney Jackson!
An out of breath Rodney Jackson 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:
Highland Games 191
Date: Jul 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Westlake misses with a straight left.
Westlake connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jackson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Westlake back to the cage. Jackson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT#
It looks like Cyril Westlake has been cut.
Jackson takes one on the button.
Westlake tests Jackson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jackson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Westlake counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Westlake scores with a jab.
Westlake thuds his right hand into Jackson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Westlake doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Westlake takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Westlake jabs Jackson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Westlake moves away and avoids it.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Westlake moves away.
Westlake let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at FIERCE that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jackson misses with a shot to the body
and Westlake connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Westlake throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Westlake.
A little jabbing left from Westlake on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Westlake throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jackson on the side of the head. #ROC2#
Jackson is rocked!
Westlake throws a pinpoint strike between Jackson's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Jackson crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Westlake scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cyril Westlake!
Cyril Westlake decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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