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Event:
OFC: Blood Night XXX
Date: Dec 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Velasquez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Collins.
As Velasquez looks to move away, Collins throws a big counter combo but Velasquez just gets out of the way.#TD2#
Velasquez closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Collins quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Velasquez is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Still in half guard, Velasquez seems content to control.
Collins knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Velasquez on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Velasquez thows a huge punch but Collins dodges it nicely.
Still in half guard, Velasquez seems content to control.#T1#
Collins really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Collins is trying to stand.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Velasquez.
As Velasquez looks to move away, Collins throws a big counter combo but Velasquez just gets out of the way.
Velasquez throws a nice looking combination but Collins bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Velasquez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Collins tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Velasquez is in Collins's guard.
Velasquez stands and throws Collins's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Velasquez controlling from side mount. #T3##T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Collins stops Velasquez from passing to mount.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Velasquez scores with a couple of short elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mauricio Velasquez dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Velasquez throws a sloppy head kick
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Velasquez backing up. Velasquez nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Michael Collins is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Velasquez closes the distance and clinches up with Collins, looking for a takedown. Velasquez pushes Collins against the cage but Collins circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Collins seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Velasquez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Collins.
Collins seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Collins gets caught napping as Velasquez dives in and scores a takedown. Collins manages to retain guard.
Velasquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Velasquez advances position into side control!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Velasquez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
You can see the frustration on Collins's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Velasquez looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Velasquez misses with the ground and pound.#SU2#
Velasquez decides to stand back up. Velasquez steps back and let's Collins get back to his feet.
Velasquez tries a head kick but it misses.
#T2##CL2#
Velasquez closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Collins pulls Velasquez into guard.
Velasquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Velasquez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Velasquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Velasquez is continuing to stall.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Velasquez pushes down on Collins's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Still in half guard, Velasquez seems content to control.
Velasquez throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Velasquez controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Velasquez shoots in and bounces Collins off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Collins wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Velasquez manages to pass to side control.
Velasquez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REVR#
Velasquez content to control rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mauricio Velasquez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Velasquez scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Velasquez is trying for a kimura here. Collins looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Velasquez wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mauricio Velasquez!
A relieved looking Mauricio Velasquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Hayabusa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Collins manages to avoid it.
Despite the aggression on Collins's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hayabusa throws a body punch but Collins moves out of range.
Hayabusa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Collins was well out of range. Poor timing from Hayabusa.
Nice body punch from Hayabusa.
Hayabusa misses with a jab, cross combination.
And Collins tries to counter it with a takedown but Hayabusa pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hayabusa misses with a double jab
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Hayabusa backing up. Hayabusa nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Hayabusa works over Collins's head and body with a nice combination.
Collins slips under a jab from Hayabusa.
Despite the aggression on Collins's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Akira Hayabusa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hayabusa throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Collins is looking for the big counter here.
Hayabusa swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Despite the aggression on Collins's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hayabusa throws a jab when Collins was well out of range.#T1#
Hayabusa throws a left and a right that both miss
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Hayabusa. #TD#
Hayabusa dives in and scores a takedown into Collins's guard.
Hayabusa tries to free his leg and advance position but Collins is retaining full guard.
Hayabusa pushes down on Collins's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Hayabusa seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Collins is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Akira Hayabusa!
Akira Hayabusa made sure to mention his sponsor, Instinct [out of stock until Feb 03 2016] in his post fight interview.
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D3): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Collins and Gale Snoats. Collins's entrance music is I'm Shipping Up To Boston - Dropkick Murphys. A fine choice. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Michael Collins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gale Snoats!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Franklyn Lucas and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Snoats rushes Collins and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Snoats drags the fight down to the ground.
Snoats is adopting a defensive guard.
Snoats working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Collins doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Collins manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Snoats pulls Collins in close to his closed guard and prevents Collins from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snoats is continuing to stall.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Collins has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Snoats to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Collins is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Snoats pulls down on the head and he's put Collins to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gale Snoats! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Jag throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Collins is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Jag moves into the clinch.
Jag crunches a lovely knee into Collins's ribcage.#BC#
Jag breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Jag takes the fight into the clinch.
Jag landing some nice looking knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Jag throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#T1##BC#
Jag breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Collins tries to keep at a distance but Jag has taken the fight into the clinch.
Collins wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jag tries to land knees in the clinch but Collins avoids the damage to the body.
Collins takes an elbow to the temple.
Collins tries to break the clinch but Jag is controlling the position.
Collins on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T2#
Collins wants to break free but Jag has control.
Jag stalling against the cage.
Jag 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.
Collins avoiding damage as Jag throws knees to the body.
Jag misses with a hook to the ribs.
Collins blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jag crunches a lovely knee into Collins's ribcage.
Jag lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Collins tries to break the clinch but Jag is controlling the position.
Collins lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jag backwards.
Collins on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#BC#
Jag pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Jag clinches.
Collins blocks a body shot from Jag. #BC#
Jag manages to break the clinch.
Jag throws a sloppy head kick and Collins moves out of range easily.
Collins is looking for the big counter here.
Jag moves to clinch but Collins breaks away
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
Jag tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Collins manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Collins drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jag defends it well.
Jag tries to close the distance and clinch but Collins swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Collins throws a counter combo.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#CL#
Jag rushes Collins and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Collins wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Jag has him pressed against the cage.
Jag leaning his opponent against the cage.
Collins avoids a wild elbow strike from Jag.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jag keeps control of Collins as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jaromir Jag dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jag moves in looking to clinch but Collins pushes him off.
Collins throws a counter combo.#CL#
Collins tries to keep at a distance but Jag has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Jag breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Jag has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Jag breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Jag closes the distance and pushes Collins back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins stalling in the clinch but Jag improves position.
Jag misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Collins.
Collins wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Jag has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Jag lands an elbow that stopped Collins in his tracks for a moment.
Jag taking a breather.
Jag keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Collins's efforts to push away.
Collins lands a shot to the body.
Jag cracks Collins with a nice body shot.
Jaromir Jag has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jag tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Collins avoids it.#T2#
Jag trying to land knees to the body.
#BC#
Jag breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jag is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Collins can do to turn this around?
Collins keeps the fight on the outside.
Collins unleashes a big counter combination but Jag bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jag tries to close the distance and clinch but Collins swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jag tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Collins manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Collins is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jag tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Collins wants to counter the offense by Jag and move into the clinch position.#CL#
Jag has managed to clinch.
Jag keeps control of Collins as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Collins looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Collins wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Collins avoiding damage as Jag throws knees to the body.
Jag is struggling to control the position.#BC#
Jag breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jag tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jag tries to clinch up but Collins circles away and keeps his distance.
A combination from Jag does no damage.
Collins unleashes a big counter combination but Jag bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jag wants to clinch up but Collins keeps it at a distance.
Collins tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jag doesn't manage to clinch there - Collins circles away.
Jag throws a lazy uppercut
and Collins counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Jag looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And Collins tries to counter it with a takedown but Jag pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jag tries to clinch there but Collins circles away.
Jag tries to clinch up
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Jag will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jag misses with a head kick.
Michael Collins seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jag tries to clinch
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jag looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Collins has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Jag is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Jag tries to close the distance and clinch up but Collins swats him away and circles back towards the center.
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 Jaromir Jag will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Jag tries to clinch but Collins moves out of range.
Jag tries to clinch there but Collins circles away.
Jag misses with a combination
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Jag throws a sloppy head kick
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Jag throws a sloppy head kick
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Jag will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL#
Jag moves into the clinch.
Collins managing to block the knees to the body from Jag.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jag just misses with a elbow thrown towards Collins's brow.
Collins lands a hook that snaps the head of Jag backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Collins breaks the clinch.
#T1#
Jag misses with an uppercut
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Jag will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jag fails in his attempt to clinch.
Collins throws a counter combo.#CL#
Collins gets tackled into the cage by Jag. Jag maintains the clinch.
Collins lands a left hand.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Jag obliges.
Jag trying to land knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Collins.
Jag unloads a knee to the mid-section. Collins lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #T2#
Jag's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Jag is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Collins is defending well for now.
Jag stalling.
Collins is working for takedown but Jag is calmly controlling the position for now.
Jag is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Jag misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Collins.
#T3#
Jag is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Collins is defending well for now.
Collins fails to pull guard.
Collins cracks Jag with a nice body shot.
Jag trying to land knees to the body.
Jag works on Collins's body with a couple of short punches.
Jag tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Collins's elbow.
Collins tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jag just stands there and leans against the cage.
Jaromir Jag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Collins.
Jag missing with knees to the body.
#T4#
Jag controlling the action here for a moment.
#BC#
Jag manages to break the clinch.
Jag is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Collins avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jag cracks Collins with a good jab.
Jag tries to clinch but Collins is having none of it.
Michael Collins has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jag tries to clinch
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Collins comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jag 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaromir Jag!
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ted Getstoned and Michael Collins. Collins has chosen I'm Shipping Up To Boston - Dropkick Murphys as his entrance music. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Michael Collins enters the cage!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Ted Getstoned! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Michael Collins!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Reed Andrews and Bruno Lombardi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Getstoned darts in and clinches Collins up against the cage.
Getstoned jumps guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Getstoned pushes a forearm under Collins's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Collins is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ted Getstoned!
Ted Getstoned 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:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 15, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Krause Kazaksavian and Michael Collins. Collins has chosen I'm Shipping Up To Boston - Dropkick Murphys as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Krause Kazaksavian! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Michael Collins!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Atkins and Chris Edwards.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kazaksavian has managed to clinch.
Kazaksavian pulls guard successfully.
Kazaksavian is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kazaksavian 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.
Kazaksavian looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kazaksavian might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Collins being controlled here momentarily.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Collins must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kazaksavian's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kazaksavian lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kazaksavian (2) vs (0) Collins
Kazaksavian drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Collins manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kazaksavian has Collins in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kazaksavian (2) vs (2) Collins
Kazaksavian has his hands on Collins's head, controlling the position.
Kazaksavian is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Collins defends well.
Kazaksavian is looking for a triangle but Collins pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian wants to sweep but no luck.
Kazaksavian trying to control the position.
Collins looking to pass the guard.
Kazaksavian has an active guard here but Collins has managed to pass into half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kazaksavian is trying to get back to full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Collins working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian actively working from the bottom here.
Kazaksavian has his hands clasped together around Collins's back. He's all about the action.
Kazaksavian on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kazaksavian tries to get out of the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian looking for submissions off his back.
Kazaksavian is pressing down on Collins's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kazaksavian is looking for a triangle but Collins pushes his legs off easily.
Kazaksavian managing to control the position.
Collins forces his way into half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian wants to improve his position but Collins is controlling well.
Kazaksavian manages to get to full guard.
Kazaksavian has an active guard here but Collins has managed to pass into half guard.
Kazaksavian wants to improve his position but Collins is controlling well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian wants to control but Collins is keeping busy.
Kazaksavian is positioning himself well to prevent Collins advancing to mount.
Kazaksavian moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kazaksavian is looking for a triangle but Collins pushes his legs off easily.
Kazaksavian keeping moving, preventing Collins from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian is looking for a triangle but Collins pushes his legs off easily.
Kazaksavian working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Collins doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Collins manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kazaksavian tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kazaksavian managing to control the position.
Collins trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian looking for a sweep. Not yet Kazaksavian, not yet.
Kazaksavian is working hard here to advance position.
Kazaksavian escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Collins gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kazaksavian is looking for a triangle here but Collins uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kazaksavian (2) vs (5) Collins
Collins tries to move to full mount but Kazaksavian actually manages to regain half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kazaksavian manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kazaksavian seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kazaksavian has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Collins can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kazaksavian looking to hit a scissor sweep but Collins is one step ahead there.
Collins tries to free his leg and advance position but Kazaksavian is retaining full guard.
Kazaksavian looking for a guillotine here but Collins defends easily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian keeping full guard, as Collins tries to pass.
Kazaksavian looking to control.
Kazaksavian is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kazaksavian pulls Collins in to control the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Collins defends it easily.
Kazaksavian isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Collins stacks Kazaksavian on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Collins! Score +3 for passing guard: Kazaksavian (2) vs (8) Collins
Collins tries to move to mount but Kazaksavian blocks the move with his legs.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kazaksavian manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kazaksavian manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kazaksavian pulls Collins in to control the position.
Kazaksavian looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kazaksavian pulls Collins in close to his closed guard and prevents Collins from doing any damage or advancing position.
Collins looking to pass the guard.
Kazaksavian has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Collins can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian wants to control the position but Collins says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Collins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kazaksavian keeps working.
Kazaksavian is trying to control but can't.
Kazaksavian wants to get back to full guard.
Kazaksavian trying to control from the bottom.
Kazaksavian is pressing down on Collins's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kazaksavian keeping moving, preventing Collins from controlling successfully.
Kazaksavian throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Kazaksavian looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kazaksavian is trying to control the position but Collins postures up.
Collins wants to control from the top but Kazaksavian keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Collins controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that's the end of the fight!
Collins wins on points by 8 to 2.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Michael Collins waved his t-shirt featuring Namunamu Clothing 's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 14, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Collins and Cono McGregor. Collins comes to the cage accompanied by I'm Shipping Up To Boston - Dropkick Murphys. McGregor is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: foggy dew. Cono McGregor told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Michael Collins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Cono McGregor!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Glass and Sam Margolis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
McGregor looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Collins is fending him off so far but McGregor persists. Nope, Collins circles away and we're back to standing.
McGregor looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
The fight stays on the outside here - McGregor looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McGregor darts in and clinches Collins up against the cage.
McGregor tries to pull guard but Collins holds him up against the cage and eventually McGregor drops back down to his feet.
McGregor is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Collins pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Michael Collins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cono McGregor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGregor fails to pull guard.
Collins is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McGregor is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Collins has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics McGregor uses from the top position.
Collins is trying to control the position but McGregor postures up.
McGregor passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Collins (0) vs (3) McGregor
McGregor wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Collins, who protects the arm well.
Collins's coaches at Montreal Fighter's Gym (5* Sparring) have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
McGregor looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McGregor taking a break here but Collins is having none of it and regains half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Collins desperately trying to maintain half guard.
McGregor is thwarting Collins's attempts to control the position.
Collins is trying to get back to full guard.
McGregor is keen to just control but Collins is a slippery customer.
Collins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Collins is trying to maintain the position but McGregor is very close to passing his half guard.
McGregor is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Collins defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Collins trying to hold on to McGregor's head to control him but McGregor postures up.
Collins manages to get to full guard.
McGregor drops back, looking for a kneebar! Collins looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Collins looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Collins! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Collins (4) vs (3) McGregor
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Collins is looking to take a break and control but McGregor is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Collins moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Collins (6) vs (3) McGregor
Collins working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Collins moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Collins (9) vs (3) McGregor
Collins has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
McGregor trying to control the hands but Collins breaks the grip.
Collins has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, McGregor has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
I really don't envy McGregor right now.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Collins is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
McGregor defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
McGregor trying to control the hands but Collins breaks the grip.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
McGregor defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Collins's arms.
Collins working for the choke.
Collins is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. McGregor is defending well though. Collins let's go of the attempt for now.
Collins tightening his grip on McGregor, looking for the choke.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
McGregor defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Collins will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
McGregor wants to control his opponent's hands but Collins gets his hands free.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
McGregor is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Collins looking to break McGregor's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. McGregor remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Collins will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
McGregor is having to fend off submission attempts from Collins, who is looking to sink in the choke. Collins doesn't have the hooks in though and McGregor manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Collins (9) vs (5) McGregor
McGregor trying to control the position from guard on top but Collins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Collins keeping full guard, as McGregor tries to pass.
Collins has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Collins is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McGregor defends well.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
McGregor wants to control from the top but Collins keeps moving.
Collins is looking for a triangle but McGregor pushes his legs off easily.
McGregor is looking to advance position but Collins has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Collins (13) vs (5) McGregor
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Collins wants to take McGregor's back but he can't do it this time.
Collins really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Collins can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as McGregor is looking to escape.
Collins fails to advance to McGregor's back.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Collins is working hard here to advance position.
Collins knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for McGregor on the ground.
McGregor tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Collins working for a submission but McGregor is keeping him at bay.
McGregor is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Collins wants to take his opponent's back but McGregor doesn't allow it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Collins trying to control but McGregor is having none of it.
McGregor is trying to escape the mount.
Collins trying to control but McGregor is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Collins working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Collins takes the fight on points by 13 to 5.
After the big win, Michael Collins made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Namunamu Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
In defeat, Cono McGregor stepped up to the mic, saying 'i will be back'. |
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Event:
VTFC 7: Battleground
Date: Jun 26, 2016 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Briggs with a poor takedown
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Briggs will be more careful next time no doubt.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Briggs tries to clinch but Collins moves away
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body. #CL#
Collins tries to keep at a distance but Briggs has taken the fight into the clinch.
Briggs tries to pull guard but Collins won't allow it.
Briggs is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Briggs jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Collins walks away with a smile on his face. Briggs gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julius Briggs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Briggs shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Collins defends it nicely.
Collins lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
Briggs tries to clinch
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Briggs.
Briggs misses with a takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.#T2#
Briggs with a lazy takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Briggs looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Briggs fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Briggs tries for a takedown but Collins circles away easily
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Julius Briggs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Briggs darts in trying to clinch
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Briggs.
Briggs misses with a takedown
and Collins counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
Briggs doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Collins counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Collins manages to break the clinch.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Briggs fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Briggs will be more careful next time no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Collins dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Briggs misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Briggs tries for a takedown but Collins circles away easily
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Briggs misses with a takedown
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Briggs.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julius Briggs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Briggs misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Briggs closes the distance but Collins moves to the side
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Briggs will be more careful next time no doubt.
Briggs misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Briggs misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Briggs will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC2#
Briggs is rocked!#T2#
Nice takedown defense from Collins. No joy for Briggs on that attempt.
Oh Briggs is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Briggs fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a left right combination that sends Briggs crashing to the mat - Collins wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Briggs out for a TKO! Devastating finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Collins!
Michael Collins took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Namunamu Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Julius Briggs was interviewed post fight and said 'I will kill again!'.
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Event:
VTFC 5: Road to Glory
Date: May 29, 2016 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Briggs looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
As Briggs looks to move away, Collins throws a big counter combo but Briggs just gets out of the way.
Briggs throws a lazy head kick
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Briggs moves to clinch but Collins breaks away
and Collins counters with a two punch combo. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Briggs throws a sloppy head kick and Collins moves out of range easily.
Briggs looks winded!
Collins avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Briggs shoots in looking for a takedown but Collins manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Briggs's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Briggs looks to clinch
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Briggs shoots in looking for a takedown but Collins manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Briggs's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Michael Collins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julius Briggs.#T2#
Briggs wants to clinch
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Michael Collins is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Briggs has his takedown stuffed
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Briggs.#T3#
Briggs with a lazy takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Julius Briggs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Briggs looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Collins is fending him off so far but Briggs persists. Nope, Collins circles away and we're back to standing.
A head kick by Briggs misses
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Briggs looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Collins is fending him off so far but Briggs persists. Nope, Collins circles away and we're back to standing.
Collins appears to be looking for a big counter.#T4#
Briggs with a lazy takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Briggs wants to clinch but Collins slips to the side
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Collins stuffs the takedown.
Collins throws a big counter combination but Briggs scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Collins stuffs the takedown attempt from Briggs. Briggs gets slowly back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Collins 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#
Briggs dives in and grabs Collins's left leg, looking for a takedown. Collins pushes down on Briggs's head and hops out.
Collins is working the combinations to good effect here.
Briggs fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Collins avoids it really well and circles away.
Briggs is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Briggs misses with a takedown
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Michael Collins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julius Briggs.#T1#
Briggs shoots in but Collins avoids the takedown attempt easily.
As Briggs looks to move away, Collins throws a big counter combo but Briggs just gets out of the way.
Briggs shoots in for a takedown but Collins shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Collins seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Briggs with a poor takedown
and Collins counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Briggs looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Collins is fending him off so far but Briggs persists. Nope, Collins circles away and we're back to standing.
Briggs tries to clinch up.
Collins half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Michael Collins is winning the standup battle so far.
Briggs misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Collins throws a big counter combination but Briggs scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Briggs tries to clinch
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.#T3#
Briggs shoots and misses
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Briggs backing up. Briggs nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Briggs fails in his attempt to clinch.
Briggs misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Briggs will be more careful next time no doubt.
Collins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Briggs can do to turn this around?
Briggs with a poor takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Briggs might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Collins has got the better of the exchanges.
Briggs doesn't manage to clinch there - Collins circles away.
Collins is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
Collins slaps away a takedown attempt from Briggs, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Briggs tries to clinch
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Briggs fails in his attempt to clinch.
Collins drops down looking for a counter takedown but Briggs sprawls and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Collins dominated that second round.
That's time! Collins's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Briggs moves to clinch but Collins breaks away
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Briggs shoots and misses
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body. #TD2#
Briggs closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Collins's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Briggs takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Briggs preventing the sweep. #T1#
Collins trying to keep a closed guard but Briggs is proving a slippery customer.
Collins wants to stand and escape but Briggs is having none of it. #ES#
Collins manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC#
Collins manages to break the clinch.
Briggs tries to close the distance and clinch but Collins swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Michael Collins is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Briggs shoots in for a takedown but Collins shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Collins feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
Briggs has his takedown stuffed
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Michael Collins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julius Briggs.
Briggs gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Collins counters by clinching up. #T3#
Collins wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Briggs has him pressed against the cage.
Collins tries to break the clinch but Briggs is controlling the position. #TD#
Collins pulls Briggs into guard.
Collins 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.
Briggs wants to pass the guard but Collins is keeping the position.
Briggs stops Collins from standing up.
Collins is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Briggs looking to pass the guard.
Collins is looking to stand up but Briggs isn't so interested in that idea. #ES#
Collins manages to escape and get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Briggs wants to clinch.
Collins appears to be looking for a big counter.
And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Collins showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Collins has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:25
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:25
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Collins!
Michael Collins really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Namunamu Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
In defeat, Julius Briggs stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will kill again!'.
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Event:
VTFC 3: Art of War
Date: Apr 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Tanaka fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Collins is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#TD#
Tanaka gets a double leg takedown into Collins's guard.#SUB#
Tanaka drops back looking for a leg! Collins is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Collins manages to kick Tanaka off! Tanaka jumps back into Collins's guard.
Tanaka with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins wants to get back to his feet but Tanaka is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Tanaka stays in close to Collins's body and controls the position. #T1##SUB#
Tanaka is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Tanaka is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Tanaka definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Collins keeping moving, preventing Tanaka from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Tanaka is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Tanaka drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Collins manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tanaka has Collins in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Tanaka working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Collins doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Tanaka is tightening it up a little... Collins has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Collins reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Collins taps out! Nice BJJ there by Tanaka!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ryo Tanaka!
Ryo Tanaka thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Collins leaves Winston with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Collins is looking for the big counter here.
Oliver Winston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Winston fails with a takedown attempt.
Collins is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Collins circles away from the clinch attempt.
As Winston backs off Collins throws a huge counter combo but Winston manages to avoid it all.
Winston gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oliver Winston. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston shoots in for a takedown but Collins shows good takedown defense.
Collins throws a counter combo.#CL#
Winston takes the fight into the clinch.
Collins wants to get back to striking at distance but Winston won't allow it.
Winston looking for a takedown. #T1#
Collins fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC#
Winston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Winston drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Winston is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Collins keeping moving, preventing Winston from controlling successfully.
Winston preventing the sweep. #T2#
Winston seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Collins is trying to control the position but Winston postures up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Winston seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Collins stuffs the takedown attempt from Winston. Winston gets slowly back to his feet.
Collins is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3##TD#
Winston is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Collins's half guard.#ES2#
Collins kicks off Winston and gets to his feet.
Winston doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Winston tries for a takedown but Collins sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Collins lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Winston is breathing heavily.
Winston throws a hook but Collins avoids it easily.
Winston darts in looking for a takedown but Collins gets double underhooks and turns Winston into the cage.
Winston is looking to clinch but Collins is avoiding it.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Winston throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Collins tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Winston is in Collins's guard.#ES2#
Collins has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Winston is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Winston is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Collins is defending well for now.#TD2#
Collins jumps into guard, dragging Winston to the mat.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Winston thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Winston stopping the sweep attempt from Collins.#SUB#
Winston drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Winston jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Winston wants to control from the top but Collins keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Collins 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#
Winston shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Collins defends it nicely.
Collins throws a counter combo.#TD#
Collins tries to sprawl but Winston drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Winston seems to be working for a kimura but Collins defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Winston is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Collins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T1##SUB#
Winston is trying to work for a kimura but Collins is defending well.
Winston is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Collins reverses the position - he's now on top in Winston's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Winston is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Collins has his hands clasped together but Winston extends and breaks Collins's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Winston.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Oliver Winston!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Pettigrew has Collins up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Pettigrew pulls guard successfully.
Pettigrew managing to control the position.
Pettigrew has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#ES#
Pettigrew pushes Collins off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pettigrew is defended easily by Collins.
As Pettigrew backs off Collins throws a huge counter combo but Pettigrew manages to avoid it all.#T1#
No luck for Pettigrew with that takedown attempt.
Collins is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Collins defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pettigrew.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carran Pettigrew. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Collins circles away from the clinch attempt
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Pettigrew fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2#
Pettigrew misses with a right hand
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Pettigrew will be more careful next time no doubt.
Carran Pettigrew seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pettigrew throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Pettigrew fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.#CL#
Pettigrew fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Collins, pushing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pettigrew keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Collins's efforts to push away.
Pettigrew misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Pettigrew breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Pettigrew.
And Collins tries to counter it with a takedown but Pettigrew pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Collins blocks a head kick by Pettigrew.
Collins tries to counter with a clinch but Pettigrew shakes him off and moves away.
Pettigrew tries to close the distance and clinch but Collins swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Collins throws a counter combo.#CL#
Pettigrew instigates a clinch.
Pettigrew slows down the pace here.
A frustrated look appears on Collins's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Pettigrew breaks the clinch.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pettigrew throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Collins's waist but Collins gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pettigrew off to one side.
Pettigrew is breathing heavily.
A low kick from Pettigrew misses
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Pettigrew will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pettigrew with a lazy takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Pettigrew shoots and misses
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
Pettigrew misses with a takedown
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Pettigrew has his takedown stuffed
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
Pettigrew fails with an attempt to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Collins dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Pettigrew fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
Pettigrew throws a leg kick
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pettigrew has a takedown stuffed.
Pettigrew throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Pettigrew is predictable there
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Pettigrew tries for a takedown but Collins circles away easily
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carran Pettigrew. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Pettigrew fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pettigrew swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Pettigrew misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pettigrew tries to clinch but Collins moves away
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Pettigrew with a lazy takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Pettigrew will be more careful next time no doubt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pettigrew has his takedown stuffed
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Pettigrew will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC2#
Pettigrew is rocked!
Pettigrew doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Collins counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Pettigrew with a poor takedown
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
Pettigrew wants to clinch
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Pettigrew with a poor takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Collins is working the combinations to good effect here.
Pettigrew shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pettigrew darts in trying to clinch
and Collins counters with a two punch combo. #T3#
Pettigrew throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Collins.
Collins takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Pettigrew throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
Pettigrew falls off balance throwing a combination
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Carran Pettigrew is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pettigrew with a lazy takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
Pettigrew has his takedown stuffed
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pettigrew wants to clinch but Collins slips to the side
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Pettigrew shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Pettigrew with a lazy takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Pettigrew throws a predictable looking body shot
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pettigrew misses with a double jab
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Collins showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Pettigrew fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a series of strikes. Pettigrew will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pettigrew shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
Pettigrew swings away with a body shot that misses
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pettigrew fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carran Pettigrew. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pettigrew misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Collins holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
Pettigrew's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Collins has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pettigrew seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Collins can turn it around.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Pettigrew drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Collins gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Collins working hard to break the clinch.
Collins is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pettigrew is defending well for now.
Pettigrew tries for a takedown. No joy.
Collins is trying to break the clinch but Pettigrew has him pressed against the cage.
Pettigrew prevents Collins from breaking the clinch.
Pettigrew tries to pull guard but Collins forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2#
Collins drags the fight down to the ground.
Collins has a closed guard, preventing Pettigrew from standing up.
Collins is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Collins is looking to stand up but Pettigrew isn't so interested in that idea.
Pettigrew throws a big right hand that misses.
Pettigrew tries to free his leg and advance position but Collins is retaining full guard. #T3#
Collins trying to keep a closed guard but Pettigrew is proving a slippery customer.
Collins is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pettigrew tries to clinch
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Collins avoids the head kick by Pettigrew.
Pettigrew gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pettigrew doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T4#
Pettigrew has his takedown stuffed
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pettigrew tries for a takedown but Collins circles away easily
and Collins counters with a three punch combo that has Pettigrew backing up. Pettigrew nods at Collins to acknowledge the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pettigrew darts in trying to clinch
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Carran Pettigrew has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Michael Collins is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pettigrew throws a lazy uppercut
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Pettigrew.
And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Collins comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Collins winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 25:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 25:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Collins!
Michael Collins bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 07, 2016 |
#R1#
Chadderson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#CL#
Chadderson rushes Collins and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Collins working hard to break the clinch.
Collins wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Collins tries to circle away but Chadderson has him pinned against the cage.
Chadderson prevents Collins from breaking the clinch.#TD#
Chadderson pulls guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chadderson throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Chadderson 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.
Chadderson throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Chadderson trying to control the position here. #ES#
Chadderson pushes Collins off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T1#
A head kick by Chadderson misses
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Chadderson.
Chadderson fails with the takedown
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body. #CL#
Chadderson takes the fight into the clinch.
Chadderson content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Chadderson jumps guard but Collins turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T2#
Chadderson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Chadderson lands an elbow inside. #BC#
Chadderson breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Collins tries to sprawl but Chadderson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Collins is trying to escape back to his feet but Chadderson uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Chadderson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Collins has escaped the position, nice work there.
Collins is pushing Chadderson's head away, looking to escape. Chadderson manages to hold on to the position though.#T3#
Chadderson advances to mount.
Chadderson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SU#
Chadderson is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Chadderson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
Chadderson misses with a left hand
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
Chadderson misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a one-two to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chad Chadderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chadderson misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chadderson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Collins counters with a left and a right that stings Chadderson.
Chadderson misses with a takedown attempt
and Collins counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Chadderson misses with a kick to the body.
Collins unleashes a big counter combination but Chadderson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Chadderson throws a sloppy head kick
and Collins counters with a two punch combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Collins 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#
Chadderson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD#
Chadderson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Chadderson lands in his opponent's guard.
Chadderson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Chad Chadderson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chadderson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chadderson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1#
Collins prevents Chadderson from improving position.
Chadderson slows the pace down.
The ground and pound from Chadderson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Chadderson has hold of Collins's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Collins seems comfortable defending it but Chadderson has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Collins is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Collins is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Chadderson couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Chad Chadderson!
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