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Event:
PFC 7 Ryan vs Svensson
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Ribeiro misses the target.
Ribeiro throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennamer.
Ribeiro uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ribeiro cracks a nice hook into Kennamer's ribs.
Ribeiro lands with a straight right. Kennamer didn't see that one coming.
A jab from Ribeiro misses.
Ribeiro connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kennamer. Kennamer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Alexandre Ribeiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribeiro throws a body punch but Kennamer moves out of range.
Kennamer has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro connects with a right hand. Kennamer shakes it off.
Ribeiro throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ribeiro tries to get to full guard but Kennamer has control of the leg.
Ribeiro is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Ribeiro is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribeiro wants to control but Kennamer is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ribeiro is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kennamer scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ribeiro is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kennamer scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ribeiro is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennamer is looking to take a break and control but Ribeiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kennamer passes to side control.
Kennamer gets to mount! Ribeiro was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #T2#
Ribeiro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ribeiro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kennamer lands with a punch from half guard.
Ribeiro wants to get back to full guard.
Kennamer lands strikes from half guard.
Ribeiro trying to control from the bottom.
Kennamer is keen to just control but Ribeiro is a slippery customer.
Kennamer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ribeiro is trying to maintain the position but Kennamer is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ribeiro is pressing down on Kennamer's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kennamer is in close to Ribeiro's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Ribeiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kennamer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kennamer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ribeiro working a defensive guard here.
Ribeiro is pulling down on Kennamer's head to control his posture.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Ribeiro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Ribeiro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kennamer defends it easily.#T4##SUB#
Kennamer got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ribeiro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kennamer has managed to get both his arms back between Ribeiro's legs - danger averted.
Ribeiro has momentary wrist control but Kennamer slips an elbow through the middle.
Kennamer connects with a couple of short punches.
Ribeiro trying to keep a closed guard but Kennamer is proving a slippery customer.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kennamer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ribeiro's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennamer sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ribeiro's guard. #SUB#
Ribeiro looking for submissions off his back.
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 Alexandre Ribeiro 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#
Kennamer fails with a takedown attempt.
Ribeiro misses the shot to the body.
Ribeiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Ribeiro scores with a sloppy right hand. Kennamer should have avoided that one.
A punch lands to the side of Kennamer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ribeiro lands with a nice body punch.
Kennamer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ribeiro!
Ribeiro is looking for a sweep.
Ribeiro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ribeiro trying to control but Kennamer postures up.
Ribeiro tries to get to full guard but Kennamer has control of the leg. #T1#
Kennamer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ribeiro wants to control but Kennamer is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Ribeiro looking for submissions off his back.
Ribeiro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ribeiro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennamer can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Ribeiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kennamer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Ribeiro has his foot on Kennamer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kennamer works his way back into a safe position though.
Kennamer stands up over Ribeiro, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kennamer throwing strikes from guard but Ribeiro blocks nicely.
Kennamer trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennamer landing with the ground and pound.
Ribeiro is trying to keep Kennamer in close.
#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ribeiro scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennamer doesn't seem bothered though.
Ribeiro throws the left hand but Kennamer avoids the punch easily.
Kennamer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kennamer staying out of range there.
Ribeiro throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kennamer.
Kennamer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kennamer defends well.
Kennamer is in close to Ribeiro's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kennamer passes Ribeiro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kennamer is taking a breather. Ribeiro 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.#T4#
Kennamer is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ribeiro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ribeiro is trying to control the position but Kennamer postures up. #SUB#
Ribeiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Ribeiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kennamer postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandre Ribeiro dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Ribeiro misses with a hook.
Ribeiro misses with a right hand
and Kennamer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kennamer tries to move into range but Ribeiro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A big right from Ribeiro misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Ribeiro. That snapped Kennamer's head back.
Kennamer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ribeiro throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Ribeiro gets full guard.
Ribeiro looking to control.
Kennamer trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennamer chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Kennamer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ribeiro trying to keep a closed guard but Kennamer is proving a slippery customer.
Kennamer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ribeiro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Kennamer wants to control from the top but Ribeiro keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ribeiro moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ribeiro throws a shot from downtown. Kennamer moves away and avoids it.
Kennamer closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ribeiro circles away.
Ribeiro lands a jab to Kennamer's midsection.#T2#
Ribeiro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kennamer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ribeiro.
A telegraphed right hand from Ribeiro misses the target.
Ribeiro lands with a good body shot.
Kennamer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ribeiro.#TD2#
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Ribeiro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
James Daniel Kennamer has got the better of the ground game so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kennamer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Ribeiro throws his legs up looking for a submission but Kennamer uses it to pass to side control.
Kennamer lands an elbow. #T3#
Ribeiro prevents Kennamer from moving into mount.
Ribeiro regains half guard.#SUB#
Ribeiro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kennamer content to control rather than advance.
Kennamer working the head and body with strikes.
Ribeiro trying to control from the bottom.
Ribeiro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kennamer's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kennamer's back!#SUB#
Ribeiro is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kennamer defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T4##SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for the choke from the back position but Kennamer is controlling his hands well.
Alexandre Ribeiro is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ribeiro has the hooks in. Kennamer is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ribeiro controlling the position well here. Kennamer rolled but Ribeiro kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Kennamer turns into Ribeiro and is now in his guard.
Kennamer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandre Ribeiro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ribeiro, 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandre Ribeiro!
After the fight, Alexandre Ribeiro 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:
EFA 1
Date: Nov 30, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Kennamer scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Mclendon pushes Kennamer off but Kennamer dives into side control.
Mclendon can't do much from the bottom here.
Kennamer scoring with punches and elbows.
Mclendon is letting Kennamer control him for a moment.
Kennamer in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #ROC#
Mclendon is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Connor Mclendon has been cut.
Kennamer lands a big elbow and you can see that really hurt Mclendon! Kennamer senses the opportunity and scores with more strikes - he's put Mclendon out! The ref tackles him out of the way to prevent him landing more strikes - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
CEFC 250
Date: Aug 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Kennamer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Prime rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennamer moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Prime misses with the body kick#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control.
Kennamer staying calm.
Prime parries the strikes from Kennamer easily there. Kennamer is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Prime to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Prime manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prime is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kennamer is controlling the pace.
Kennamer missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Kennamer working over Prime with some ground and pound. Prime looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kennamer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kennamer is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kennamer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Prime defending well though.
Kennamer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kennamer throwing shots but Prime is blocking nicely.
Kennamer lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Kennamer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Prime's head.
Kennamer throwing shots but Prime is blocking nicely.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Prime defending well though.
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kennamer missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kennamer is keen to just control but Prime is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ground and pound from Kennamer.
Kennamer lands strikes from half guard.
Prime is trying to get back to full guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kennamer connects with a nice short shot to Prime's temple. #T3#
Prime blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Kennamer with the ground and pound but Prime uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Prime wants to get back to his feet but Kennamer is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses.
Kennamer passes into half guard.
Kennamer landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kennamer lands a nice short elbow.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Prime defending well though.
Prime blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer. #T4#
Prime blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Prime's head.
Kennamer scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kennamer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kennamer 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.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kennamer works his way into full mount!
Kennamer working the ground and pound effectively.
Prime looks winded!
Kennamer dominating with strikes here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Prime napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kennamer tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kennamer lands an elbow.
Kennamer working the ground and pound.
Prime sneaks back into half guard.
Kennamer is trying to control. Prime wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ground and pound from Kennamer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kennamer thows a huge punch but Prime dodges it nicely.
Prime blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Prime is staying active underneath Kennamer, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kennamer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Prime can do to turn this around?#T1#
Kennamer misses with a head shot. Prime uses the momentum to regain guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kennamer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kennamer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Prime swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennamer working some strikes from top position.
Prime looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Prime has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kennamer has passed into side control.
#T2#
Kennamer throws an elbow but Prime slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kennamer working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kennamer lands a few punches from side control.
Prime is breathing heavily.
Prime takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Prime managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kennamer.
Prime dodges the ground and pound from Kennamer.
Kennamer postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kennamer works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Kennamer trying to control the action but Prime is working from the bottom.
Kennamer working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T3#
Kennamer postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kennamer cracks Prime with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kennamer tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Prime is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kennamer connects with a decent elbow.
Kennamer in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kennamer lands an elbow.
Kennamer scores with a couple of short elbows.
Kennamer throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kennamer misses with the ground and pound.#T4#
Prime is trying to control Kennamer's posture but Kennamer avoids it.
Kennamer throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kennamer in side control lands a decent elbow.
Kennamer in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kennamer misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Prime taking a bit of punishment here - Kennamer scoring with strikes.
Kennamer throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kennamer throws an elbow but Prime slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kennamer working the ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennamer working the head with strikes. #ROC#
Prime is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Prime leaves Kennamer with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Prime misses the body punch
and Kennamer counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Prime to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Kennamer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
CEFC 249
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Kennamer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Agaev misses with a head kick.
Agaev throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Agaev blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Kennamer scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kennamer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nice strikes from Kennamer there. #CUT2#
It looks like Tural Agaev has been cut.
Agaev is doing well to control the position and prevent Kennamer from advancing to side control.
Agaev slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agaev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Agaev controlling the position.
Kennamer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Agaev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennamer works over Agaev with some ground and pound from guard.
Agaev pulls Kennamer in to control the position.
Agaev will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Agaev keeping moving, preventing Kennamer from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Agaev with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Agaev lands with a thumping leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kennamer checks a leg kick.
It seemed like Kennamer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Agaev throws a shot from downtown. Kennamer moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Kennamer has his takedown stuffed
and Agaev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kennamer fails with the takedown
and Agaev counters with a big head kick but Kennamer shrugs it off.
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Agaev as he jumps to the side.
Tural Agaev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Daniel Kennamer.
Kennamer changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Agaev tries to avoid it but Kennamer manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Agaev to the ground. Agaev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Agaev misses with a kick to the body.
Agaev cracks the inside of Kennamer's front leg.
Agaev connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A low kick from Agaev misses
and Kennamer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
A low kick from Agaev is predictable there #TD2#
so Kennamer counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Agaev is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Kennamer dives into side control.
#REVR#
Agaev is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kennamer off and has taken his back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Agaev's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Agaev is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Agaev continues to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Kennamer surviving as best he can, preventing damage.
Good control from Agaev.
More hug and hope from Agaev.
Agaev trying to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tural Agaev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tural Agaev's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Agaev lands with a cross. #CUT#
It looks like James Daniel Kennamer has been cut.
Agaev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tural Agaev is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennamer has a takedown stuffed.
Agaev throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kennamer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Agaev with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Agaev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Agaev turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Agaev seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Agaev throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Agaev tries to kick Kennamer off in order to stand up. Kennamer Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #T1#
Agaev trying his best to control but Kennamer has mounted him.
Agaev is working to get back to half guard.
Kennamer putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kennamer prevents Agaev from getting the reversal.
Kennamer with good strikes from the mount here!
Agaev blocking the ground and pound.
Kennamer looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Kennamer throws a wild left hand from mount and Agaev manages to wriggle his way back to half guard.
Agaev wants to get back to his feet.
James Daniel Kennamer has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Agaev makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Agaev.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennamer with a nice head shot there.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Kennamer preventing the sweep.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Agaev manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kennamer manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Agaev passes into half guard. #SU#
Agaev gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Agaev - that will leave a mark!
Kennamer avoids a punch combination nicely.
Agaev looks to land a combination but Kennamer avoids it well.
Tural Agaev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Agaev looks to land a left hand but Kennamer moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Kennamer shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Agaev to counter with a crisp jab.
Kennamer moves out of range of the body kick from Agaev.
Kennamer drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Agaev defends it well.
Agaev throws a right hand that misses
letting Kennamer counter with a right hand.
Agaev throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Agaev!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The ground and pound from Kennamer seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kennamer working the strikes but Agaev uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Agaev is controlling Kennamer's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Agaev is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tural Agaev dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Agaev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Agaev.
A nice leg kick lands there from Agaev. #TD2#
Agaev gets caught napping as Kennamer dives in and scores a takedown. Agaev manages to retain guard.
You can see that Kennamer has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Agaev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Agaev trying to keep a closed guard but Kennamer is proving a slippery customer.
Agaev wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agaev is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Agaev trying to mount his opponent but Kennamer defends it. #T1#
Agaev is taking a breather. Kennamer 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.
Agaev tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Kennamer.
Agaev is pressing down on Kennamer's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kennamer is holding on for now.
Agaev uses his free foot to push down on Kennamer's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kennamer.
Agaev tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Agaev has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kennamer is in all sorts of trouble here.
Agaev tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kennamer can't escape the position.
Agaev looking to control but Kennamer is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SU#
Agaev stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#T3#
Kennamer closes the distance and clinches up with Agaev, looking for a takedown. Kennamer pushes Agaev against the cage but Agaev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Agaev. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Agaev.#KD#
Agaev drops Kennamer with a beautiful combination! Kennamer stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Agaev is looking for the KO!
Agaev swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kennamer moves out of range as Agaev throws a body kick.
Kennamer shoots and misses
enabling Agaev to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Kennamer is rocked!
Kennamer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Agaev engages and cracks Kennamer with a massive lead left hook - Kennamer tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Agaev is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tural Agaev!
Tural Agaev decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Aspire 50: McGee vs Gracie
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Crewman V throws a shot from downtown. Kennamer moves away and avoids it.
Crewman V looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennamer is just out of range.
Kennamer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Crewman V sprawls and moves away.
Crewman V throws a nice outside leg kick.
Crewman V uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kennamer has time to react.
Crewman V smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kennamer tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Crewman V defends well and Kennamer ends up having to push Crewman V into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Crewman V will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Crewman V as he avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crewman V stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Crewman V wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Daniel Kennamer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kennamer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Crewman V connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kennamer scrambles back to his feet.
Crewman V has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#KD2#
Crewman V lands a big uppercut and Kennamer crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kennamer looks OK. Crewman V waves Kennamer back to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like James Daniel Kennamer has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crewman V throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Kennamer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Crewman V. Kennamer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennamer tries to counter with a takedown but Crewman V is quick to defend against it.
Crewman V stuffs the takedown.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Crewman V.#TD#
Kennamer gets a takedown into half guard.
Kennamer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Crewman V keeping hold of Kennamer's head, controlling as best he can.
Kennamer trying to control the action but Crewman V is working from the bottom.
Crewman V has his hands clasped together around Kennamer's back. He's all about the action.
Kennamer prevents Crewman V from standing back up.
Crewman V is looking for a sweep. Kennamer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Crewman V is trying to control but can't.
Crewman V desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Kennamer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Crewman V is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kennamer throwing shots but Crewman V is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crewman V wants to improve his position but Kennamer is controlling well.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Crewman V wants to improve his position but Kennamer is controlling well.
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Crewman V manages to get to full guard.
Kennamer won't allow Crewman V to sweep him here. #T3#
Kennamer lands a couple of elbows.
Crewman V wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kennamer is now in half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Crewman V can do anything to dispel that myth.
Crewman V tries to get to full guard but Kennamer has control of the leg.
Kennamer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kennamer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kennamer 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.
Crewman V really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kennamer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Crewman V is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kennamer scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kennamer prevents Crewman V from improving his position.
Crewman V wants to control but Kennamer is keeping busy.
Kennamer uses his free foot to push down on Crewman V's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Crewman V.
Kennamer looking to finish Crewman V with some ground and pound. This is bad for Crewman V!#CUT#
It looks like Expendable Crewman V has been cut.
Crewman V tries to hold on but Kennamer pushes him away.
Crewman V is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T4#
Kennamer is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Kennamer working Crewman V over with strikes here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennamer wants to control the pace but Crewman V is squirming around nicely.
Crewman V tries to hold on but Kennamer postures up.
Crewman V regains half guard.
Crewman V blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Crewman V is looking to control Kennamer's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Crewman V avoid being mounted?
Crewman V is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Crewman V wants to control but Kennamer is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Crewman V moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Expendable Crewman V will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
Kennamer shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Crewman V tries to get to full guard but Kennamer has control of the leg.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Crewman V defending well though.
Kennamer is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Crewman V trying to control here.
Kennamer seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crewman V moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Crewman V is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kennamer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Crewman V preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
Crewman V avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Crewman V trying to control the position.
Crewman V controlling Kennamer's posture.
Kennamer 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.
Crewman V working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kennamer.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses.
Kennamer is looking to work some ground and pound but Crewman V has wrist control.
Crewman V trying to control the position.
Crewman V looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kennamer lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kennamer lands a couple of digs.
Kennamer postures up and lands a big shot to Crewman V's brow.
Crewman V is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Crewman V working a defensive guard here.
Kennamer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Crewman V works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses.
Crewman V controls Kennamer momentarily but Kennamer frees himself.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Kennamer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Crewman V works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Crewman V is controlling Kennamer's posture.#T3#
Crewman V wants to sweep but no luck.
James Daniel Kennamer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kennamer stands up over Crewman V, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Crewman V looking to control.
Crewman V avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Crewman V utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennamer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kennamer stopping the sweep attempt from Crewman V.
Crewman V preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kennamer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Crewman V looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kennamer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Crewman V has Kennamer pulled in close to control his posture.
Crewman V 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.#T4#
Kennamer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Crewman V's head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kennamer's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Crewman V wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kennamer is now in half guard.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kennamer here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Crewman V trying to control but Kennamer postures up.
Crewman V tries to roll over but Kennamer keeps him under control.
Kennamer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Crewman V's head.
Kennamer lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Crewman V tries to roll over but Kennamer keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennamer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Crewman V is trying to control but can't.
Crewman V is concentrating on defense, preventing Kennamer from advancing position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Crewman V cracks Kennamer with a good jab.
Crewman V looks to land a right hand but Kennamer moved out of range.
Expendable Crewman V seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kennamer checks a leg kick.
Kennamer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Crewman V misses with an uppercut. Kennamer saw that one coming.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Crewman V.
Kennamer avoids the body shot from Crewman V.
Crewman V uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kennamer has time to react.
Crewman V is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crewman V rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kennamer.
Kennamer won't allow Crewman V to sweep him here.
Crewman V is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Kennamer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Crewman V keeping moving, preventing Kennamer from controlling successfully.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses.
Crewman V has momentary wrist control but Kennamer slips an elbow through the middle.
Kennamer lands a couple of elbows.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Crewman V's head.
Crewman V looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kennamer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Crewman V controlling the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kennamer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kennamer is in close to Crewman V's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Crewman V wants to sweep but no luck.
Kennamer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Crewman V looking to control.
Kennamer might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Crewman V pulls Kennamer in close to prevent any damage.
Kennamer slips nicely into half guard.
Crewman V blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Crewman V has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kennamer is working away from the top position though.
Kennamer tries to pass to full mount but Crewman V defends it.
Kennamer scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kennamer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Crewman V can do to turn this around?
Crewman V is trying to maintain the position but Kennamer is very close to passing his half guard.
Crewman V tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kennamer has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Kennamer cracks Crewman V with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
Aspire 45: Hayes vs Gracie
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Kennamer misses with a right hand
and Bishop counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like James Daniel Kennamer has been cut.
Bishop lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bishop slips under a jab from Kennamer.
Kennamer with a poor takedown
and Bishop counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Keith Bishop!
Keith Bishop thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 39
Date: May 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Kennamer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've been told by Kitano's head coaches at Forest Hill Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kennamer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CUT#
It looks like James Daniel Kennamer has been cut.
Kennamer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #KD#
Kitano drops Kennamer with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kennamer looks back up at him and smiles so Kitano waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#
Kennamer is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kitano lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sendou Kitano!
After winning the bout, Sendou Kitano 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:
Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 32
Date: Apr 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Beefcake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Beefcake tries a head kick but it misses.
Kennamer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Kennamer dives in and scores a takedown into Beefcake's guard.
Kennamer content to stall in guard here.
Beefcake will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kennamer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kennamer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beefcake utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennamer is looking to work some ground and pound but Beefcake has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kennamer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Beefcake preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T1#
Beefcake has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kennamer has passed into side control.
Beefcake takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kennamer cracks Beefcake with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kennamer tries to score with some ground and pound. Beefcake controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Beefcake is trying to improve his position.
Beefcake avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kennamer.
Beefcake trying his best to control but Kennamer has mounted him.#T2#
Beefcake keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kennamer looking to ground and pound but Beefcake is blocking nicely.
Beefcake regains half guard.
Kennamer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nice strikes from Kennamer there.
Ground and pound from Kennamer.
Kennamer wants to pass the guard but Beefcake is defending well.
Beefcake blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer. #T3#
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Beefcake's head.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Beefcake defending well though. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Beefcake gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kennamer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Beefcake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Kennamer scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
Kennamer stopping the sweep attempt from Beefcake.
Kennamer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Beefcake looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Beefcake seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kennamer throws a strike but Beefcake rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Beefcake throws a strike but Kennamer rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Kennamer tries to free his leg and advance position but Beefcake is retaining full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kennamer's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kennamer throwing strikes from guard but Beefcake blocks nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kennamer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Beefcake throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennamer feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Kennamer shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Beefcake's guard.
Kennamer looking to sit in guard and control but Beefcake gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kennamer keeping moving, preventing Beefcake from controlling successfully.
Beefcake throws a big right hand that misses.
Kennamer wants to sweep here but Beefcake controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer has his hands on Beefcake's head, controlling the position.
Beefcake loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Beefcake throws a big elbow that misses.
Kennamer can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Beefcake controls the pace.
Kennamer pulls Beefcake in close to his closed guard and prevents Beefcake from doing any damage or advancing position.
Beefcake working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Beefcake wants to pass the guard but Kennamer is keeping the position.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kennamer. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Beefcake keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kennamer's head.#CUT#
It looks like James Daniel Kennamer has been cut.
Beefcake throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Beefcake throws a big elbow that misses.
Beefcake wants to pass the guard but Kennamer is keeping the position.
Kennamer controlling Beefcake's posture.
Beefcake throws an elbow that misses. Kennamer uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Beefcake's guard. Nice move by Kennamer!#REVB#
Beefcake utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Beefcake manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kennamer manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Beefcake won't allow Kennamer to sweep him here. #T3#
Kennamer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Beefcake missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kennamer is pulling down on Beefcake's head to control his posture.
Beefcake trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Beefcake throws a big elbow that misses.
Kennamer has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Beefcake wants to control from the top but Kennamer keeps moving.
Beefcake trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Beefcake has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kennamer wants to sweep but no luck.
Beefcake throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Beefcake with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer 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#
Kennamer is thwarting Beefcake's attempts to control the position.
Beefcake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Beefcake is not content to let Kennamer control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Beefcake wants to control but Kennamer is keeping busy.
James Daniel Kennamer has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kennamer thows a huge punch but Beefcake dodges it nicely.
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 Brutus Beefcake will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on James Daniel Kennamer's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Beefcake's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kennamer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Beefcake scrambles back to his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Kennamer as Beefcake shoots in.
Kennamer scores with a punch to the head.#TD2#
Kennamer decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kennamer content to control rather than advance.
Beefcake tries to get to full guard but Kennamer has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer trying to control from Beefcake's half guard. Beefcake has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Kennamer working some strikes from top position.#T1#
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Beefcake 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.
Kennamer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kennamer wants to pass the guard but Beefcake is keeping the position.
Kennamer throwing strikes from guard but Beefcake blocks nicely. #SUB#
Beefcake is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kennamer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kennamer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Kennamer changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Beefcake looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Beefcake gets back to half guard.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Beefcake is trying to get back to full guard.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Beefcake defending well though. #T3#
Beefcake has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kennamer is working away from the top position though.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB#
Beefcake is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kennamer pulls his head out easily.
Beefcake wants to get back to full guard.
Kennamer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Beefcake changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kennamer tries to avoid it but Beefcake manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kennamer to the ground. Kennamer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kennamer's corner calls for a 1-2. Kennamer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Beefcake throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
so Kennamer counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Beefcake working for a triangle but Kennamer defends it easily.
Kennamer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kennamer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Beefcake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kennamer is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennamer trying to control the position from guard on top but Beefcake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Daniel Kennamer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kennamer 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 27
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Kennamer blocks a jab.
Kennamer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kennamer dives in for a single leg takedown but Babineaux sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Babineaux waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kennamer.
Kennamer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Babineaux misses with a looping left.
Kennamer attempts a counter takedown but Babineaux avoids it well and moves away.
Babineaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennamer manages to avoid it.
Kennamer shoots for a takedown but Babineaux saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Babineaux misses with a low kick.
Babineaux misses with a kick to the body.
Kennamer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A leg kick checked by Kennamer.
Huell Babineaux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Babineaux misses with the body kick#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Babineaux's head.
Kennamer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kennamer throws a strike but Babineaux avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Babineaux avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kennamer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kennamer throws an elbow that misses. Babineaux uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kennamer's guard. Nice move by Babineaux!#REVB#
Babineaux not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Kennamer has his hands on Babineaux's head, controlling the position.
Babineaux content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Kennamer pulls Babineaux in to control the position.
Kennamer has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Babineaux is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Daniel Kennamer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Babineaux comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Babineaux misses the target.
Some bone on bone action there as Kennamer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kennamer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Babineaux throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Babineaux with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kennamer tries for a takedown but Babineaux sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Huell Babineaux 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#
A chopping leg kick lands by Babineaux.
Babineaux connects with a looping right hand.
#CUT2#
It looks like James Daniel Kennamer has been cut.
Babineaux comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Babineaux and Kennamer are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Babineaux throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Kennamer into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Babineaux knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Huell Babineaux! Huell Babineaux retains his heavyweight title!
Huell Babineaux 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:
Just Bleed 24
Date: Feb 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Kennamer tries to score a power double leg takedown but Maclennan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kennamer somewhat.
Maclennan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Angus Maclennan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maclennan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Maclennan is looking to clinch.
Kennamer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Maclennan tries to clinch #TD#
and Kennamer counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Maclennan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer throwing strikes from guard but Maclennan blocks nicely.
Kennamer prevents Maclennan from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Kennamer wants to control from the top but Maclennan keeps moving.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer 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.
Kennamer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kennamer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Maclennan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kennamer is stalling in the full guard.
Kennamer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kennamer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses.
Kennamer advances position into side control!
Kennamer landing strikes.
Kennamer working the head and body with strikes.
Kennamer in side control lands a decent elbow.
Kennamer working the head and body with strikes.
Kennamer misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Maclennan 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.
Kennamer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maclennan keeps working.
Kennamer lands some shots froms side control.
Kennamer working the ground and pound but Maclennan is defending the strikes. #T3#
Kennamer cracks Maclennan with a big right hand but Maclennan just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kennamer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maclennan keeps working.
Kennamer working the head with strikes.
Kennamer working the ground and pound from side control.#ROC#
Maclennan is rocked!
Kennamer lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Maclennan is still in real trouble! Can Kennamer finish him?
Kennamer wants to control for a moment but Maclennan uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Kennamer is trying to control. Maclennan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Maclennan seems to have recovered his senses.
Kennamer lands strikes from half guard.
Maclennan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kennamer. #T4#
Maclennan regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kennamer.
Maclennan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Maclennan is looking to stand up but Kennamer isn't so interested in that idea.
Kennamer throws an elbow that misses. Maclennan uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kennamer's guard. Nice move by Maclennan!#REVB#
Kennamer is adopting a defensive guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maclennan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kennamer's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Maclennan has managed to clinch.
Maclennan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kennamer blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Maclennan fails to land. #BC#
Kennamer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Maclennan is looking to clinch but Kennamer is avoiding it.
Kennamer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kennamer attempts a counter takedown but Maclennan avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maclennan looks to throw the jab but Kennamer is out of range.
Maclennan tries to clinch but Kennamer is having none of it.
Maclennan wants to clinch up but Kennamer keeps it at a distance.#TD#
Kennamer fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Maclennan to the ground. Kennamer is now in Maclennan's guard.#T1#
Kennamer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Maclennan's head.
Kennamer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kennamer trying to control but Maclennan is working from the bottom.
Kennamer throws a big right hand that misses.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kennamer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maclennan can do to turn this around?
Maclennan wants to stand up but Kennamer is controlling him.
Kennamer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Maclennan wants to get back to his feet but Kennamer is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
James Daniel Kennamer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kennamer looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Maclennan keeping moving, preventing Kennamer from controlling successfully.
Kennamer scoring with some ground and pound.
Kennamer with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kennamer is looking to work some ground and pound but Maclennan has wrist control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kennamer's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kennamer throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Kennamer postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T3#
Kennamer throws a big right hand that misses.
Kennamer connects with a couple of short punches.
Kennamer is looking to work some ground and pound but Maclennan has wrist control.
Kennamer postures up and lands a big shot to Maclennan's brow.
Kennamer trying to control but Maclennan is working from the bottom.
Kennamer postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kennamer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Maclennan keeping moving, preventing Kennamer from controlling successfully.
Kennamer stops Maclennan from standing up.
Kennamer chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
Maclennan keeping moving, preventing Kennamer from controlling successfully.
Kennamer throwing strikes from guard but Maclennan blocks nicely.
Kennamer stops Maclennan from standing up.
Kennamer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kennamer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kennamer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kennamer trying to control but Maclennan is working from the bottom.
Kennamer working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown but Maclennan shows good takedown defense.
Maclennan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kennamer paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kennamer tries to counter with a takedown but Maclennan is quick to defend against it.
Kennamer swats away the attempt to clinch by Maclennan.
Kennamer feinted with a counter takedown.
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Maclennan as he avoids it easily.
Kennamer circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maclennan is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kennamer scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Maclennan to regain full guard. #T1#
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Maclennan wants to get back to his feet but Kennamer is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kennamer works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Maclennan looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Maclennan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Maclennan looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kennamer trying to mount his opponent but Maclennan defends it. #T2#
Kennamer throwing shots but Maclennan is blocking nicely.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Maclennan's head.
Kennamer lands with a punch from half guard.
Kennamer is looking to advance position but Maclennan won't allow it.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kennamer connects with a nice short shot to Maclennan's temple.
Kennamer is keen to just control but Maclennan is a slippery customer.
Kennamer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Maclennan keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Kennamer is trying to control. Maclennan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kennamer is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kennamer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Maclennan defending well though.
Maclennan pushes Kennamer off looking to stand but Kennamer dives back in and keeps control.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Maclennan defending well though.
Maclennan pushes Kennamer off looking to stand but Kennamer dives back in and keeps control.
Maclennan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kennamer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kennamer lands with a punch from half guard.
Kennamer lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Kennamer sitting in half guard here. He lands a big elbow that has hurt Maclennan! Oh, Maclennan is in big trouble! Kennamer lands more strikes and the ref dives in to save him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
Just Bleed 20
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Saric throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saric throws out a powerful jab.
Saric throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Saric's head.
Kennamer trying to control from half guard but Saric is working away.
Saric has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kennamer is working away from the top position though.
Kennamer 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.
Kennamer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer thows a huge punch but Saric dodges it nicely.
Kennamer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kennamer missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kennamer trying to control the action but Saric is working from the bottom. #T1#
Kennamer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Saric is staying active underneath Kennamer, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Saric defending well though.
Kennamer trying to pass the guard but Saric defending well.
Saric is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kennamer scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Saric's head.
Saric is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kennamer is keen to just control but Saric is a slippery customer.#T2#
Saric tries to get to full guard but Kennamer has control of the leg.
Saric has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kennamer is working away from the top position though.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Kennamer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Saric knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Saric looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Saric!
Kennamer working the ground and pound but Saric is defending the strikes.
Kennamer wants to control but Saric is keeping him busy.
Saric parries the strikes from Kennamer easily there. Kennamer is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Saric to escape.
#T3#
Kennamer with the ground and pound but Saric regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Saric defending well though.
Saric blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
The fighters are battling for position here. Saric manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kennamer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Saric avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kennamer working some strikes from top position.
Saric keeping moving, preventing Kennamer from controlling successfully.
Saric working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kennamer. #T4#
Kennamer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kennamer cracks Saric with a solid left hand.
Kennamer is looking to work some ground and pound but Saric has wrist control.
Kennamer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kennamer is fighting to break Saric's control of his arms but Saric is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennamer lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Saric utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Saric misses with the combination.
Kennamer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Saric but Saric pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Kennamer scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Kennamer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saric can do to turn this around?
Saric avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kennamer.
Kennamer is looking to pass Saric's guard but actually Saric recovers to full guard.
Kennamer working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Saric's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer wants to control from the top but Saric keeps moving. #T1#
Kennamer chips away with some ground and pound.
Kennamer might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kennamer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Saric wants to sweep here but Kennamer controlling him for the moment.
Saric is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Kennamer scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
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.
Kennamer passes Saric's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kennamer throwing shots but Saric is blocking nicely.
Kennamer throwing shots but Saric is blocking nicely.
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kennamer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Saric's head.
Kennamer throwing shots but Saric is blocking nicely.
Kennamer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Saric is not content to let Kennamer control the position.
Kennamer thows a huge punch but Saric dodges it nicely.
Kennamer tries to pass to full mount but Saric defends it. #T3#
Saric trying to control from the bottom.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Saric blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Saric wants to improve his position but Kennamer is controlling well.
Saric avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kennamer.
Kennamer throwing shots but Saric is blocking nicely.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kennamer here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kennamer working the head and body with strikes.
Kennamer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Saric defending well though.
Kennamer misses with a head shot. Saric uses the momentum to regain guard. #T4#
Kennamer postures up in Saric's guard and throws a big left but Saric blocks it.
Kennamer throws an elbow that misses. Saric uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kennamer's guard. Nice move by Saric!#REVB#
Kennamer is pulling down on Saric's head to control his posture.
Saric trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kennamer manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kennamer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Saric throws a body shot but no joy.
Saric swings for the body but Kennamer moves out of range.
Kennamer attempts a counter takedown but Saric avoids it well and moves away.
Saric misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kennamer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kennamer's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Saric working a defensive guard here.
Kennamer cracks Saric with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saric controlling the position.
Saric working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kennamer.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Kennamer stands up over Saric, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kennamer cracks Saric with a solid left hand.
Kennamer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Saric avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kennamer is looking to work some ground and pound but Saric has wrist control.
Kennamer is looking to work some ground and pound but Saric has wrist control.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Saric is trying to control the position but Kennamer postures up.
Kennamer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Saric's head.
Kennamer postures up in Saric's guard and throws a big left but Saric blocks it.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Saric preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Zdravko Saric has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kennamer chips away with some ground and pound.
James Daniel Kennamer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Saric wants to sweep here but Kennamer controlling him for the moment.
Kennamer wants to pass the guard but Saric is keeping the position.
Kennamer postures up in Saric's guard and throws a big left but Saric blocks it.
Kennamer is pushing down on Saric's leg trying to pass to half guard. Saric is fighting to maintain full guard but Kennamer has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kennamer working the head and body with strikes.
Kennamer thows a huge punch but Saric dodges it nicely.
Saric blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Saric avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kennamer. #T3#
Kennamer drops an elbow to the side of Saric's head.
Kennamer drops an elbow to the side of Saric's head.
Kennamer with the ground and pound but Saric uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Saric working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kennamer.
Kennamer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Saric works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kennamer with a nice head shot there.
Kennamer scoring with some ground and pound.
Kennamer landing some decent shots from guard.
Kennamer stopping the sweep attempt from Saric.#T4#
Kennamer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kennamer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer postures up in Saric's guard and throws a big left but Saric blocks it.
Saric working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kennamer.
Saric preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kennamer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Saric keeping full guard, as Kennamer tries to pass.
Kennamer connects with a couple of short punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Daniel Kennamer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kennamer, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
Just Bleed MMA 16
Date: Dec 17, 2016 |
#R1#
McKenzie looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Kennamer decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in McKenzie's guard.
McKenzie avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennamer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McKenzie wants to stand and escape but Kennamer is having none of it.
Kennamer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kennamer postures up in McKenzie's guard and throws a big left but McKenzie blocks it.
Kennamer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McKenzie works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennamer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kennamer wants to control from the top but McKenzie keeps moving.
Kennamer working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Kennamer working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McKenzie avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kennamer is standing up over McKenzie. McKenzie looks to escape but Kennamer dives into side control.
The ground and pound from Kennamer seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
McKenzie managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kennamer.
McKenzie really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kennamer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kennamer trying to control the position but McKenzie is working away.
McKenzie managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kennamer.
Kennamer tries to score with some ground and pound. McKenzie controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kennamer connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused McKenzie some visible discomfort.
Kennamer trying to control the action but McKenzie is working from the bottom. #T2#
McKenzie defending against the ground and pound.
Kennamer postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
McKenzie is pushing Kennamer's head away, looking to escape. Kennamer manages to hold on to the position though.
Kennamer wants to control but McKenzie is keeping him busy.
Kennamer misses with the ground and pound.
Kennamer throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
McKenzie is pushing Kennamer's head away, looking to escape. Kennamer manages to hold on to the position though.
McKenzie dodges the ground and pound from Kennamer.
Kennamer creates some space and throws a big elbow, but McKenzie sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T3#
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kennamer throws an elbow but McKenzie slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kennamer misses with the ground and pound.
Kennamer throws a strike aimed at the side of McKenzie's head but McKenzie avoids it well.
Kennamer tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kennamer wants to lay and pray for a moment but McKenzie keeps working.
McKenzie managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kennamer.
Check out the look on Kennamer's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kennamer throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kennamer throws a strike aimed at the side of McKenzie's head but McKenzie avoids it well.
Kennamer tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T4#
The ground and pound from Kennamer seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kennamer prevents McKenzie from escaping the position.
Kennamer lands a decent elbow from side control. #CUT#
It looks like Touki McKenzie has been cut.
The ground and pound from Kennamer seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kennamer misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
McKenzie is pushing Kennamer's head away, looking to escape. Kennamer manages to hold on to the position though.
Kennamer misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
McKenzie defending against the ground and pound.
Kennamer misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennamer lands a nice forearm strike.
Kennamer tries to score with some ground and pound. McKenzie controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kennamer wants to lay and pray for a moment but McKenzie keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Touki McKenzie's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
McKenzie throws a leg kick but Kennamer checks it.
A low kick from McKenzie is predictable there #TD#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McKenzie! #ES2#
McKenzie bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
McKenzie throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennamer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kennamer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kennamer is trying to control. McKenzie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McKenzie avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kennamer.
Kennamer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kennamer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kennamer throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing McKenzie to regain full guard.
James Daniel Kennamer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McKenzie wants to stand but Kennamer is controlling the position.
Kennamer postures up and lands a big shot to McKenzie's brow. #T1#
Kennamer with a flurry of punches that miss.
McKenzie utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennamer 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.
Kennamer throws a big right hand that misses.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kennamer throws an elbow that misses. McKenzie uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kennamer's guard. Nice move by McKenzie!#REVB#
McKenzie tries to stand but Kennamer is controlling from the bottom.
Kennamer wants to sweep here but McKenzie controlling him for the moment.
McKenzie must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2#
McKenzie stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2#
McKenzie throws a low kick but Kennamer avoids it.
Kennamer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kennamer blocks a leg kick.
McKenzie misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control.
Kennamer cracks McKenzie with a big elbow.
Kennamer working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#CUT#
That has opened up Touki McKenzie's cut even more.
McKenzie gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennamer putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Kennamer cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Kennamer working away from the top, dropping strikes.#CUT#
The cut above Touki McKenzie's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
McKenzie avoids a series of strikes thrown by Kennamer.
#T3#
Kennamer punching from mount but McKenzie doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Kennamer throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Kennamer landing shots from mount. #CUT#
Touki McKenzie's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Touki McKenzie's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
Just Bleed 11
Date: Nov 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Kennamer fails with a takedown attempt.
Kennamer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT2#
It looks like James Daniel Kennamer has been cut.
Saric lands with a straight right. Kennamer didn't see that one coming.
Saric misses with a hook. Kennamer ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kennamer tries to counter with a takedown but Saric is quick to defend against it.
Saric rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Saric sneaks out the side door and pushes Kennamer away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Zdravko Saric is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Saric throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a shoot takedown. Saric fights it but they end up in guard.
Kennamer looking to pass the guard.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing.
Saric keeping moving, preventing Kennamer from controlling successfully.
Kennamer postures up in Saric's guard and throws a big left but Saric blocks it.
Kennamer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Saric preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kennamer throws a strike but Saric rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T2#
Kennamer can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Saric controls the pace.
Saric would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Kennamer wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kennamer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Saric is one step ahead there.
Saric controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Saric misses with a hook. Kennamer ducked under it nicely.
Saric has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kennamer is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Saric ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennamer moves away.
Kennamer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Saric napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kennamer 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.
Kennamer wants to control but Saric is keeping him busy.
The ground and pound from Kennamer seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kennamer misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennamer throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kennamer tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kennamer throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Zdravko Saric will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on James Daniel Kennamer's cut.
That's time! Kennamer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A shot to the body from Saric misses #TD#
and Kennamer counters with a nice double leg into side control. Saric won't be happy with that.
Saric wants to get back to his feet but Kennamer is dominant here and he's now got Saric's back!
Kennamer trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Kennamer thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Kennamer has the hooks in. Saric is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Saric has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Kennamer.
Kennamer missing with strikes.
Kennamer thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Kennamer connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Saric to escape the position.
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!
Kennamer thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent. #T1#
Kennamer struggling to land strikes to the head as Saric covers up.
Kennamer throws a series of strikes and Saric wriggles onto his back, so he's now mounted. He's in real trouble here.
Kennamer thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
James Daniel Kennamer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kennamer thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Kennamer throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Kennamer sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Kennamer tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kennamer working the ground and pound effectively.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Saric can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Kennamer trying to control but Saric is having none of it.
Kennamer sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Kennamer trying to control but Saric is having none of it.
Kennamer throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Saric is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kennamer can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Saric is looking to escape. #T3#
Kennamer looking to finish with strikes here!
Kennamer misses with a head shot.
Saric really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kennamer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kennamer landing punches.
Saric really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kennamer throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Kennamer is landing with some decent strikes but Saric is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Kennamer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saric can do to turn this around?
Kennamer scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Saric?
#T4#
Kennamer looking to finish with strikes here!
Kennamer looking to finish Saric with some ground and pound. This is bad for Saric!
Kennamer pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Kennamer looking to finish with strikes here!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saric in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kennamer thowing shots but they're missing.
Kennamer dominating with strikes here.
Kennamer connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Daniel Kennamer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on James Daniel Kennamer's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennamer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Saric.
Saric throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Kennamer counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kennamer.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kennamer here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Kennamer looking to sit in guard and control but Saric gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Saric is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kennamer looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer has his hands on Saric's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Kennamer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Saric is one step ahead there.
Saric content to stall in guard here.
Kennamer is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kennamer looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Kennamer is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Kennamer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kennamer trying to mount his opponent but Saric defends it.
Kennamer controlling the action here.
Saric keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4#
Saric blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kennamer.
Kennamer working Saric over with strikes.
Kennamer looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kennamer missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kennamer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kennamer is trying to control. Saric wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kennamer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kennamer 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.
Saric won't allow Kennamer to pass to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Daniel Kennamer showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kennamer has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
Primal 45 Sirven v Plisskin
Date: Oct 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Frankels throws a front kick that sends Kennamer stumbling back into the cage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kennamer.
Frankels thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kennamer tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kennamer misses with a takedown
and Frankels counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Frankels misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frankels misses with an uppercut.
Kennamer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Frankels 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.
Kennamer fails with the takedown.
Rocket Bob Frankels has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Daniel Kennamer.#T1##TD2#
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kennamer was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Frankels is looking for a sweep.
Frankels takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Frankels tries to improve position but can't.
Kennamer creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Frankels sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Frankels is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Kennamer tries to score with some ground and pound. Frankels controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Frankels tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kennamer advances to mount.
Frankels is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Frankels regains half guard.
Frankels works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kennamer throws an elbow that misses. Frankels uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kennamer's guard. Nice move by Frankels!#REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Frankels throwing strikes from guard but Kennamer blocks nicely. #T3#
Frankels throwing strikes from guard but Kennamer blocks nicely.
Kennamer 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#
Frankels works his way to full guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennamer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Frankels's head.
Kennamer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Frankels controls Kennamer momentarily but Kennamer frees himself.
Kennamer slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Frankels looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kennamer wants to control from the top but Frankels keeps moving.
Frankels trying to control the position.
Frankels avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Frankels trying to keep a closed guard but Kennamer is proving a slippery customer.
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 Rocket Bob Frankels will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Frankels getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Frankels tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennamer tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kennamer shoots in for a takedown but Frankels shows good takedown defense.
Frankels misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennamer.
Kennamer drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Frankels defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frankels throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kennamer.
Kennamer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kennamer won't allow Frankels to sweep him here.
Kennamer postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Frankels looking for a sweep. Not yet Frankels, not yet. #T1#
Kennamer throws a strike but Frankels rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Frankels makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frankels not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Frankels trying to control but Kennamer is working from the bottom.
Frankels throws an elbow that misses. Kennamer uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Frankels's guard. Nice move by Kennamer!#REVB#
Kennamer working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kennamer with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kennamer won't allow Frankels to get back to his feet. #T2#
Frankels has control of Kennamer's left arm, preventing Kennamer from doing any damage.
Kennamer postures up.
Kennamer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Frankels looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Kennamer is defending well. Frankels quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Kennamer has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Frankels 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). Rocket Bob Frankels!
Rocket Bob Frankels decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Casino Champions
Date: Aug 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Kennamer closes this distance looking for a takedown but Anderson circles away.
Kennamer slips a jab and a cross from Anderson.
Kennamer feinted with a counter takedown.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennamer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Anderson throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
so Kennamer counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kennamer throws a big right hand that misses.
Kennamer's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kennamer is in close to Anderson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Anderson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kennamer content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennamer distracts Anderson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Anderson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kennamer has passed into side control.
Kennamer connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Anderson some visible discomfort.
Anderson 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.
Kennamer working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T1#
Kennamer connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Anderson some visible discomfort.
Kennamer 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.
Kennamer working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kennamer cracks Anderson with a big elbow. #ROC#
Anderson is rocked!
Kennamer lands a strong strike to the head of Anderson. That's dazed him! Kennamer looking to finish here. Anderson is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Kennamer lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Daniel Kennamer!
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Event:
Thursday Poker 1
Date: Jun 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Anderson misses with a double jab
#TD2#
and Kennamer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Anderson!
Kennamer cracks Anderson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kennamer lands a decent elbow from side control.
Anderson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kennamer has eaten all the pies!
Kennamer works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Anderson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kennamer on the ground.
Anderson is pushing Kennamer's head away, looking to escape. Kennamer manages to hold on to the position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Anderson prevents Kennamer from improving position.
Kennamer trying to control the position but Anderson is working away. #T1#
Kennamer cracks Anderson with a big right hand but Anderson just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.
Anderson is looking to get back to his feet here but Kennamer is keeping cool and he's managed to take Anderson's back.
Kennamer lands shots from the back.
Kennamer scores with punches to the body.
Kennamer softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Kennamer tries to get the hooks in deep but Anderson pushed the leg off. #T2#
Kennamer lands a shot to the body.
Kennamer is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Anderson. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Anderson covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
#ROC2#
Anderson is rocked!
Kennamer drops a big shot to the side of Anderson's head! Oh, Anderson is out! He's out cold! Kennamer jumps to his feet and celebrates with his corner. In his post fight interview he thanks God. Saying that without him, he wouldn't have the power to knock his opponent senseless. Amen.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). James Daniel Kennamer!
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