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Event:
DARE 51
Date: Jun 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Temirov throws an overhand right that lands on DeSalvo's shoulder, as DeSalvo tries to avoid the shot.
Temirov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
DeSalvo misses with an uppercut
enabling Temirov to counter with a crisp jab.
DeSalvo walks into a jab.
DeSalvo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
DeSalvo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Temirov misses with a body punch
and DeSalvo counters with a stiff right hand.
Temirov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Temirov throws a left and a right that both miss
and DeSalvo counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temirov misses with an uppercut.
Nice straight punches there by Temirov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Temirov.
Temirov misses with a right hand
and DeSalvo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
DeSalvo lands with an overhand left.
Ruslan Temirov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Temirov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DeSalvo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A telegraphed right hand from Temirov misses the target.
Temirov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeSalvo.
Temirov throws a poor cross that misses
and DeSalvo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Temirov misses with a double jab.
Temirov misses the shot to the body.
It looked like DeSalvo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Temirov throws a looping overhand right but DeSalvo ducks down to avoid it.
Donk. Temirov catches DeSalvo right on the button with a cross.
DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Temirov.
DeSalvo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Temirov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! DeSalvo scrambles back to his feet.
Temirov throws a right hand that misses
and DeSalvo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Temirov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
Temirov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but DeSalvo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
DeSalvo is looking to counter punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Temirov throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
Temirov misses with a right hand
and DeSalvo counters with a three punch combo that has Temirov backing up. Temirov nods at DeSalvo to acknowledge the strikes.
DeSalvo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Temirov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Temirov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DeSalvo.
Temirov swings for the body but DeSalvo moves out of range.
Temirov misses with a straight left.
It looked like DeSalvo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeSalvo. Temirov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Temirov unleashes a big counter combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Temirov swings for the body but DeSalvo moves out of range.
DeSalvo moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like DeSalvo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
DeSalvo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temirov.
An attempted straight right counter from DeSalvo misses the target.#T3#
Temirov throws the left hand but DeSalvo avoids the punch easily.
Temirov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and DeSalvo counters with a two punch combo.
DeSalvo slips a jab from Temirov.
Temirov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
DeSalvo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temirov.
Nice jab there from Temirov.
DeSalvo throws a nice looking combination but Temirov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little jabbing left from Temirov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DeSalvo fails to land with a series of punches.
DeSalvo looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Temirov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Temirov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from DeSalvo.
It seemed like Temirov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Temirov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and DeSalvo counters with a stiff right hand. #T4##TD#
DeSalvo is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Temirov's half guard.#ES2#
Temirov kicks off DeSalvo and gets to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Temirov misses with a series of wild punches.
Temirov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Temirov throws a hook to the side of DeSalvo's head but DeSalvo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temirov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! DeSalvo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
A looping hook to the body misses from Temirov. DeSalvo does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeSalvo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Temirov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and DeSalvo counters with a one-two to the body.
Temirov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Temirov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Temirov sneaks out the side door and pushes DeSalvo away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
A slow jab from Temirov misses its intended target.
Temirov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. DeSalvo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Albert DeSalvo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Temirov punishes DeSalvo's body with a nice straight punch.
Temirov misses with a looping left.
Temirov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Temirov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Temirov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and DeSalvo counters with a straight right hand.
Temirov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
DeSalvo drives through and clinches with Temirov against the cage.
#BC2#
Temirov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
DeSalvo avoids the body shot from Temirov.
#T1#
Temirov misses with a right hand
and DeSalvo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DeSalvo is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Temirov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between DeSalvo's hands.
Ruslan Temirov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from Temirov.
DeSalvo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Temirov. DeSalvo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Temirov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeSalvo ducks under a wild hook from Temirov.
A swing and a miss from Temirov.
Temirov looks to land a combination. DeSalvo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
DeSalvo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Temirov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Temirov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but DeSalvo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Temirov misses with the combination.
#T2#
Temirov throws an overhand right that lands on DeSalvo's shoulder, as DeSalvo tries to avoid the shot.
Ruslan Temirov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeSalvo misses with a looping left.
Temirov throws a left and a right that both miss
and DeSalvo counters with a stiff right hand.
Temirov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Temirov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Temirov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Temirov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Temirov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Temirov throws a hook but DeSalvo blocks it.
DeSalvo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
DeSalvo moves away from the strike by Temirov.
DeSalvo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
Temirov throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
Temirov throws a combination that misses #TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a shoot takedown. Temirov fights it but they end up in guard.
DeSalvo trying to control but Temirov is working from the bottom.
DeSalvo slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. DeSalvo lands a nice short elbow.#ES2#
Temirov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T4#
Temirov throws a sloppy body shot
enabling DeSalvo to counter with a crisp jab.
Temirov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Temirov throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Temirov swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a single leg into guard. Temirov didn't expect that. #ES2#
Temirov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. DeSalvo is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Temirov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of DeSalvos head.
Temirov stalling against the cage.
Temirov effectively controlling the action here.#BC2#
Temirov manages to break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Temirov looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
DeSalvo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeSalvo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Temirov throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
DeSalvo feints and as Temirov raises his hands in defense, DeSalvo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Temirov being controlled here, momentarily.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet but DeSalvo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temirov keeping full guard, as DeSalvo tries to pass.
DeSalvo wants to control from the top but Temirov keeps moving. #T1#
DeSalvo prevents Temirov from getting back to his feet.
DeSalvo postures up in Temirov's guard and throws a big left but Temirov blocks it. #ES2#
Temirov pushes DeSalvo off and gets back to his feet.
Temirov blocks the body kick.
Temirov slips a jab and a cross from DeSalvo.
Temirov takes a swing at DeSalvo's ribcage but misses.
DeSalvo looks to land a right hand but Temirov moved out of range.
Temirov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DeSalvo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Temirov stalks DeSalvo and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into DeSalvo's face. DeSalvo staggers backwards, shaken.#T2#
Temirov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
DeSalvo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temirov.
A little feinted left hand from DeSalvo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Temirov throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by DeSalvo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSalvo trying to control but Temirov is working from the bottom.
DeSalvo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
DeSalvo trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
DeSalvo prevents Temirov from getting back to his feet.
DeSalvo cracks Temirov with a solid left hand.
Albert DeSalvo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
DeSalvo wants to control from the top but Temirov keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeSalvo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Temirov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Temirov looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.
It looked like DeSalvo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
DeSalvo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A jab from Temirov does it's job there.
A big left from Temirov misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Temirov as he connects with a hook.#T4#
Temirov throws a jab when DeSalvo was well out of range.
Temirov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A shot to the body from Temirov misses #TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Temirov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
DeSalvo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
DeSalvo trying to control the action but Temirov is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSalvo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Temirov defending well though. #SUB#
DeSalvo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Temirov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ruslan Temirov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Temirov 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruslan Temirov!
Ruslan Temirov 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:
DARE 44
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1#
DeSalvo misses with the combination.
Dutroux misses with a hook.
It seemed like DeSalvo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dutroux throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DeSalvo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A left lands for Dutroux.
DeSalvo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Dutroux lands with a shot to the body.
DeSalvo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dutroux.
Dutroux looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeSalvo! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dutroux looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.
Dutroux misses with a wild combination.
DeSalvo blocks a jab.
Dutroux misses with a straight right.
Despite the aggression on DeSalvo's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Dutroux throws a series of punches but DeSalvo avoids them all with ease.
DeSalvo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dutroux swinging wildly here.
DeSalvo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dutroux throws a right and a left that DeSalvo avoids nicely.
Dutroux misses with a looping left.
DeSalvo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
DeSalvo throws a nice looking combination but Dutroux bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dutroux misses with an uppercut.
Dutroux lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
DeSalvo walks into a left hand.
Dutroux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeSalvo was well out of range. Poor timing from Dutroux.
Dutroux scores with a jab.
Good work by Dutroux as he checks the leg kick.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Dutroux catches DeSalvo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
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!
Dutroux moves out of range as DeSalvo strikes.
Dutroux smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dutroux connects with a nice looking jab.
DeSalvo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
DeSalvo slips a jab and a cross from Dutroux.
Dutroux missing with a left hand there. DeSalvo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
DeSalvo wants to counter with a clinch but Dutroux pushes him away.
Dutroux is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
DeSalvo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
DeSalvo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nice defenses there by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo throws out a loose jab but Dutroux uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeSalvo avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
DeSalvo throws a lazy right hand but Dutroux sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dutroux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeSalvo moves away.#TD2#
DeSalvo bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dutroux knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
DeSalvo wants to control but Dutroux is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
DeSalvo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dutroux is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
An elbow from DeSalvo crashes against the mat.
We've been informed that DeSalvo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4##SUB2#
DeSalvo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dutroux pushes DeSalvo away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, DeSalvo gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dutroux knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dutroux wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
DeSalvo taking a break here but Dutroux is having none of it and regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marc Dutroux dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Dutroux jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DeSalvo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
DeSalvo defending well as Dutroux loads up on a big left hand.
Dutroux lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Dutroux connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed DeSalvo momentarily.
DeSalvo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dutroux counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps DeSalvo thinking.
DeSalvo ducks under a wild hook from Dutroux.
DeSalvo goes for a double leg but Dutroux avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dutroux continues to drive forward.
Marc Dutroux is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dutroux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSalvo.
A big left from Dutroux misses.
Marc Dutroux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dutroux looks to land a right hand but DeSalvo moved out of range.#TD2#
DeSalvo closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dutroux did well to prevent DeSalvo getting side control.#ES#
Dutroux pushes DeSalvo off and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dutroux throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Dutroux misses the jab.
Dutroux is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeSalvo.
Left hook, right uppercut from Dutroux.
Dutroux is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A swing and a miss from Dutroux.
Dutroux misses with an uppercut. DeSalvo saw that one coming.
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
Dutroux throws a big shot that misses.
Dutroux misses with a few strikes there.
Dutroux misses with a double jab.
Dutroux misses the shot to the body.
Dutroux misses with a shot to the body
and DeSalvo counters with a stiff right hand.
Dutroux throws a right and a left that both miss.
DeSalvo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeSalvo slips under a jab.#T2#
DeSalvo misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Dutroux misses the target.
Dutroux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dutroux misses with a looping right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dutroux darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
DeSalvo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
DeSalvo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dutroux moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dutroux misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeSalvo.
Dutroux looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
Dutroux is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeSalvo can do to turn this around?
Dutroux throws the left hand but DeSalvo avoids the punch easily.
Dutroux throws an uppercut from half a mile away. DeSalvo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from DeSalvo misses.
Dutroux scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. DeSalvo doesn't seem bothered though.
Dutroux misses with a hook. DeSalvo ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Dutroux misses the target. #T3#
Dutroux misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DeSalvo slips a straight right by Dutroux.
Dutroux feints a jab promting DeSalvo to slip. Dutroux then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. DeSalvo slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
The fighters circling - Dutroux throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dutroux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeSalvo was well out of range. Poor timing from Dutroux.
DeSalvo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dutroux with a body shot.
Dutroux lands a head shot.
DeSalvo dodges the punch combination from Dutroux.
Dutroux looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
DeSalvo moves out of range of the strikes.
DeSalvo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dutroux scores with a punch to the head.
Marc Dutroux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dutroux throws a hook but DeSalvo avoids it easily.
Sloppy strikes from DeSalvo. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
Dutroux misses with the combination.
Good standup being displayed there by Dutroux as he connects with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSalvo moves away from the strike by Dutroux.
DeSalvo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dutroux with a body shot.
Dutroux throws a looping overhand right but DeSalvo ducks down to avoid it.
Dutroux tries to bum rush DeSalvo with a series of wild strikes but DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeSalvo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dutroux.
Marc Dutroux is winning the standup battle so far.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
Dutroux lands a right hook to the body.
DeSalvo moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
DeSalvo takes one to the chin there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marc Dutroux dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Dutroux fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dutroux.
DeSalvo is looking to clinch but Dutroux is avoiding it.
Dutroux swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
DeSalvo throws a hook but Dutroux avoids it easily.
A jab from DeSalvo finds it's way through Dutroux's defenses.
Dutroux throws a body shot but no joy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeSalvo! But no joy.
Dutroux throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dutroux lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
DeSalvo throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dutroux misses with a lunging right hand
and DeSalvo counters with a left to the body.
Dutroux looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.
DeSalvo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Dutroux misses the target.
DeSalvo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Dutroux throws an overhand right that lands on DeSalvo's shoulder, as DeSalvo tries to avoid the shot.
Dutroux fails to land with a series of punches.
DeSalvo slips under a jab.
DeSalvo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dutroux pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Dutroux misses.
DeSalvo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dutroux displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from DeSalvo.
Dutroux is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dutroux.
Dutroux lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dutroux misses the shot to the body.
DeSalvo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dutroux throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and DeSalvo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Dutroux misses. #T2#
Dutroux throws the left hand but DeSalvo avoids the punch easily.
Dutroux backing away here, and DeSalvo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
DeSalvo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dutroux.
Dutroux jabs DeSalvo right on the nose. DeSalvo blinks but takes it well.
DeSalvo lunges at Dutroux with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dutroux's hand.
Dutroux lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dutroux throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
so DeSalvo counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
DeSalvo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
DeSalvo has gone for a leg lock! Dutroux slips out almost immediately though and dives into DeSalvo's guard.#REVR#
Dutroux wanted to stand there but DeSalvo had control of the position. #T3##SU#
Dutroux stands up and waves to DeSalvo to follow him.
Albert DeSalvo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DeSalvo lands a glancing blow to the side of Dutroux's head.
DeSalvo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dutroux takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dutroux cracks DeSalvo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dutroux connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
DeSalvo staying out of range there.
DeSalvo now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Some wild striking there from Dutroux.
#T4#
Dutroux just misses with a punch to the body.
Dutroux's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Dutroux duly obliges.
Dutroux throws a looping overhand right but DeSalvo ducks down to avoid it.
Dutroux throws a right and a left that DeSalvo avoids nicely.
Dutroux throws a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSalvo slips under a jab from Dutroux.
A swing and a miss from Dutroux.
Dutroux throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dutroux throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeSalvo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
No joy there for Dutroux, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dutroux throws a lazy right hand but DeSalvo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
DeSalvo drops Dutroux with a huge uppercut! Dutroux drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. DeSalvo is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Albert DeSalvo!
An out of breath Albert DeSalvo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
DARE 37
Date: Apr 04, 2018 |
#R1#
DeSalvo defending well as Aiken loads up on a big left hand.
Aiken throws a head kick but DeSalvo moves out of range.
Aiken looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
DeSalvo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
DeSalvo throws a jab but it's blocked by Aiken.
Aiken looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
Aiken misses with a hook
#TD2#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Aiken is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst DeSalvo is controlling him. #SUB#
Aiken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. DeSalvo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aiken utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Aiken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DeSalvo is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
DeSalvo wants to pass the guard but Aiken is keeping the position.
DeSalvo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
DeSalvo 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.
DeSalvo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeSalvo prevents Aiken from standing back up.
#SUB#
Aiken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Aiken wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Aiken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
DeSalvo stops Aiken from getting back to his feet.
DeSalvo moves into full mount! Aiken won't be happy about that! #SUB2#
DeSalvo has hold of Aiken's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Aiken manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T2##SUB2#
DeSalvo is working for a guillotine from mount but Aiken frees his head quite easily.
Aiken is wriggling around trying to escape.
The referee warns Aiken that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Aiken is trying to stand.
DeSalvo fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
A nice elbow there by DeSalvo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aiken is in all sorts of trouble here.
Aiken wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Aiken is wriggling around trying to escape.
Aiken is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Aiken has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#T3#
DeSalvo lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Aiken hang on?#SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Aiken has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Aiken!
Aiken wants to stand but DeSalvo has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
DeSalvo looking for a guillotine here but Aiken defends easily.
#SU#
Aiken stands and steps away. DeSalvo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T4#
DeSalvo moves out of range as Aiken throws a body kick.
Aiken looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from DeSalvo.
We've been informed that DeSalvo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Aiken comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
DeSalvo jabs Aiken to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Aiken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Aiken closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Aiken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aiken.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aiken throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Albert DeSalvo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Aiken moves forwards but DeSalvo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
DeSalvo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab lands there for Aiken.
DeSalvo misses with the combination.
Aiken misses with a low kick.
Aiken throws a body shot but no joy.
Aiken jabs DeSalvo right on the nose. DeSalvo blinks but takes it well.
Aiken scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Aiken manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
DeSalvo slips a jab from Aiken.
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
DeSalvo avoids the body shot from Aiken.
DeSalvo throws a combination that misses
letting Aiken counter with a right hand.
DeSalvo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Aiken connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! DeSalvo scrambles back to his feet.
Aiken looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
DeSalvo wants to clinch up but Aiken keeps it at a distance.
Aiken was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
DeSalvo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aiken on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've been told by Aiken's head coaches at Little Lebowski Urban Achievers that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Albert DeSalvo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DeSalvo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Midick Aiken is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aiken throws a low kick, looking for DeSalvo's leg but DeSalvo calmly moves out of range.
DeSalvo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aiken.
Midick Aiken is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Aiken looks to land a right hand but DeSalvo moved out of range.
As Aiken backs off DeSalvo throws a huge counter combo but Aiken manages to avoid it all.#CL#
Aiken pushes DeSalvo up against the cage in a clinch.
Aiken prevents the takedown attempt.
Aiken misses with a punch on the inside.
Aiken misses with a shot to the kidneys.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Aiken creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
DeSalvo tightens his grip and picks Aiken up, before dumping him to the ground. Aiken manages to land in guard. #SUB#
Aiken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. DeSalvo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Aiken is trying to keep DeSalvo in close.
Aiken working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from DeSalvo.
Aiken avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Aiken keeping moving, preventing DeSalvo from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
DeSalvo postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Aiken is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of DeSalvo, into his guard. #REVR#
DeSalvo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aiken.
Albert DeSalvo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aiken wants to stand and escape but instead DeSalvo has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Aiken looking to control.
Aiken wants to stand up but DeSalvo is controlling him. #SUB#
Aiken is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeSalvo trying to control the position from guard on top but Aiken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##SUB#
Aiken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. DeSalvo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
DeSalvo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aiken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
DeSalvo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Aiken's guard.
DeSalvo works his foot free and advances to mount.
DeSalvo trying to control but Aiken is having none of it. #SUB2#
DeSalvo working for a submission but Aiken is keeping him at bay.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Midick Aiken dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
DeSalvo misses with a two punch combination.
Aiken half committed to a counter leg kick.
DeSalvo looks to land a combination but Aiken avoids it well.
DeSalvo staying out of range there.
It seemed like DeSalvo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Aiken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Aiken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeSalvo staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Aiken.
DeSalvo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
DeSalvo scores with a nice right hand.
DeSalvo moves out of range as Aiken strikes.#T1#
DeSalvo misses with a wild body shot.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sloppy strikes from Aiken. Those never looked like landing.
A swing and a miss from Aiken.
DeSalvo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aiken circles away from the clinch attempt.
DeSalvo shoots in for a double leg but Aiken sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
DeSalvo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aiken was well out of range. Poor timing from DeSalvo.
Aiken throws out a loose jab but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Aiken misses with a hook. DeSalvo ducked under it nicely.
DeSalvo shoots for a double leg takedown but Aiken sprawls well. He's pushed DeSalvo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It looked like Aiken wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Midick Aiken has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert DeSalvo.
Aiken leaves DeSalvo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aiken gets cracked with a nice right hand there by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo blocks the body kick.
DeSalvo loads up on a big right hand but Aiken slips the punch.
Aiken is looking to counter punch.
Aiken throws a lazy right hand but DeSalvo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aiken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3#
DeSalvo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Aiken.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! DeSalvo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Aiken - the referee stops the clock and DeSalvo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Aiken. DeSalvo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Aiken throws a front kick aimed at DeSalvo's knee but DeSalvo avoids it well.
DeSalvo with the counter takedown but Aiken avoids it easily.
DeSalvo slips a jab from Aiken.
DeSalvo is looking to clinch but Aiken is avoiding it.
Aiken tries to close the distance and clinch but DeSalvo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aiken lands a jab to DeSalvo's midsection.
A big right from Aiken misses. #CL#
Aiken moves into the clinch successfully.
DeSalvo blocks a body shot from Aiken.
Aiken lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Aiken creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Aiken misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aiken throws a punch but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
Aiken working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Aiken is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Aiken misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aiken working aggressively here.
DeSalvo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stalling in the clinch from Aiken.
Aiken fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Aiken.
Aiken is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Aiken tries to work over DeSalvo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that's the end of the fight!
Midick Aiken showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Aiken 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 William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Midick Aiken!
Midick Aiken thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
DARE 32
Date: Mar 10, 2018 |
#R1#
DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jostrzebski.
DeSalvo displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Jostrzebski throws a good cross that connects.
Good shot there by Jostrzebski.
Jostrzebski scores with the left hand. DeSalvo knows he should have avoided that one.
DeSalvo moves away from the strike by Jostrzebski.
A little jabbing left from DeSalvo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DeSalvo looks to throw the jab but Jostrzebski is out of range.
DeSalvo moves out of range as Jostrzebski strikes.
Jostrzebski misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jostrzebski won't be happy with that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
DeSalvo has hold of Jostrzebski's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Jostrzebski tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - DeSalvo cranks the arm and Jostrzebski screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Jostrzebski, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Albert DeSalvo!
An out of breath Albert DeSalvo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
DARE 25 HEROES
Date: Feb 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Temirov throws an overhand right that lands on DeSalvo's shoulder, as DeSalvo tries to avoid the shot.
As Temirov backs off DeSalvo throws a huge counter combo but Temirov manages to avoid it all.
Temirov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
DeSalvo moves forwards but Temirov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Temirov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeSalvo.
Ruslan Temirov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Temirov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeSalvo manages to avoid it.
DeSalvo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Temirov digs a good hook to DeSalvo's body.
Temirov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DeSalvo avoids the body shot from Temirov.
Temirov throws a lazy uppercut
and DeSalvo counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#
It looks like Ruslan Temirov has been cut.
Temirov slips under a jab from DeSalvo.
A big left from Temirov misses.
DeSalvo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slow jab from Temirov misses its intended target. #T1#
Temirov fails to land with a series of punches.
Temirov throws a hook but DeSalvo blocks it.
A swing and a miss from Temirov.
DeSalvo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Temirov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A jab from Temirov does it's job there.
DeSalvo throws a body shot but no joy.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Temirov, as that shot connected.
A left lands for Temirov.
Temirov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. DeSalvo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A jab from Temirov misses.
DeSalvo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Temirov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
DeSalvo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temirov throws out the jab.
DeSalvo lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Temirov 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.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Temirov throws a lazy uppercut
letting DeSalvo counter with a right hand.
Temirov leaves DeSalvo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Temirov throws a big counter combination but DeSalvo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Temirov misses with a looping right.
DeSalvo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Temirov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from DeSalvo.
An attempted straight right counter from Temirov misses the target.
Temirov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
DeSalvo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temirov.
Temirov misses with a straight right.
DeSalvo slips under a jab from Temirov.#T3#
Temirov throws a looping overhand right but DeSalvo ducks down to avoid it.
DeSalvo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Temirov momentarily.
Temirov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
DeSalvo tries to clinch but Temirov is having none of it.
Temirov throws a big counter combination but DeSalvo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Temirov thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Temirov backs off DeSalvo throws a huge counter combo but Temirov manages to avoid it all.
Temirov connects with a body shot that sends DeSalvo's belly button to the back.
Temirov throws an overhand right that lands on DeSalvo's shoulder, as DeSalvo tries to avoid the shot.
Temirov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
DeSalvo ducks right into an uppercut from Temirov.
Temirov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. DeSalvo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sloppy strikes from DeSalvo. Those never looked like landing.
Temirov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Temirov misses with a wild body shot.
DeSalvo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temirov throws out the jab.
DeSalvo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Temirov defends it well.#T4#
Temirov's jab looks to have found its range, popping DeSalvo under the eye.
Temirov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DeSalvo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Temirov.
A little feinted left hand from Temirov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A big right from Temirov misses.
And DeSalvo tries to counter it with a takedown but Temirov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Temirov looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
DeSalvo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Temirov misses with a body shot.
Ruslan Temirov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeSalvo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Temirov under the eye.
DeSalvo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Temirov misses with a body punch
and DeSalvo counters with a stiff right hand.
DeSalvo moves away from the strike by Temirov.
DeSalvo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Temirov throws out a loose jab but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Temirov throws a right and a left that DeSalvo avoids nicely.
DeSalvo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ruslan Temirov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
DeSalvo moves away from the strike by Temirov.
DeSalvo feints the counter takedown.
Temirov throws a hook to the side of DeSalvo's head but DeSalvo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temirov catches DeSalvo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Temirov blocks a head kick by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temirov.
A big left from Temirov misses.
Temirov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sloppy strikes from Temirov. Those never looked like landing.
DeSalvo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Temirov misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temirov.
DeSalvo scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Temirov throws the left hand but DeSalvo avoids the punch easily.
DeSalvo with the counter takedown but Temirov avoids it easily.
Temirov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeSalvo.#T1#
DeSalvo tries to close the distance and clinch but Temirov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A big right from Temirov misses.
A little jabbing left from DeSalvo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Temirov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeSalvo can do to turn this around?
Temirov swats away the attempt to clinch by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo catches Temirov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but DeSalvo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Temirov has got the better of the exchanges.
DeSalvo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Temirov looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
Temirov slips a jab and a cross from DeSalvo.
Temirov is looking for a counter combo.
DeSalvo wants to clinch up but Temirov keeps it at a distance.
DeSalvo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
DeSalvo throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little feinted left hand from Temirov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Temirov throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice double leg into side control. Temirov won't be happy with that. #T2#
DeSalvo is looking to take a break and control but Temirov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
DeSalvo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
DeSalvo working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
DeSalvo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no DeSalvo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
DeSalvo in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T3#
DeSalvo sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Temirov is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Temirov has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
DeSalvo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
DeSalvo in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #SUB2#
DeSalvo is trying to get an arm triangle but Temirov is defending well. #SUB2#
DeSalvo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4##SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Temirov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Temirov has escaped the position, nice work there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeSalvo fails to land a wild elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Albert DeSalvo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ruslan Temirov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
DeSalvo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
DeSalvo on the wrong end of a nice hook.
DeSalvo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Temirov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Temirov tries to bum rush DeSalvo with a series of wild strikes but DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeSalvo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sloppy strikes from DeSalvo. Those never looked like landing.
Temirov takes a swing at DeSalvo's ribcage but misses.
DeSalvo blocks a jab.
DeSalvo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Temirov with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo blocks a jab.
Temirov throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Temirov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but DeSalvo circles away quickly and effectively.
DeSalvo throws out a counter right but Temirov avoids it with no problem.
DeSalvo misses with a low kick.#T1#
DeSalvo moves out of range as Temirov strikes.
DeSalvo throws a counter combo.
Temirov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Temirov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ruslan Temirov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert DeSalvo.
Temirov with a hook.
Temirov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Temirov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Temirov throws a hook but DeSalvo blocks it.
DeSalvo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Temirov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Temirov tries to bum rush DeSalvo with a series of wild strikes but DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeSalvo throws a nice looking combination but Temirov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T2#
Temirov slips a straight right by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo throws a leg kick but Temirov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A jab from DeSalvo misses.
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!#TD2#
DeSalvo decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Temirov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. DeSalvo keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC#
Temirov breaks the clinch.
Ruslan Temirov is winning the standup battle so far.
DeSalvo lands with a nice body punch.
DeSalvo lands with an overhand left.
Temirov throws a poor cross that misses
and DeSalvo counters with a three punch combo that has Temirov backing up. Temirov nods at DeSalvo to acknowledge the strikes.
DeSalvo is looking to clinch.
Temirov throws a big counter combination but DeSalvo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Temirov lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Temirov throws a lazy right hand but DeSalvo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Temirov misses the target.
Temirov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
DeSalvo with a hook.
DeSalvo defending well as Temirov loads up on a big left hand.
Temirov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC2#
Temirov is rocked!
No joy there for DeSalvo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nice defenses there by DeSalvo.
Temirov throws a hook but DeSalvo blocks it.
DeSalvo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Temirov throws a shot from downtown. DeSalvo moves away and avoids it.
DeSalvo tries to counter by closing the distance.
DeSalvo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temirov.#T4#
DeSalvo digs a good hook to Temirov's body.
Temirov misses with a straight left.
DeSalvo walks into a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
DeSalvo shoots in and gets a takedown into Temirov's guard.
DeSalvo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Temirov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
DeSalvo slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
DeSalvo wants to pass the guard but Temirov is keeping the position.
DeSalvo throws a big right hand that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ruslan Temirov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Temirov 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruslan Temirov!
After winning the bout, Ruslan Temirov 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:
COLISEU 14.12
Date: Dec 14, 2017 |
#R1#
DeSalvo misses with a body shot.
Hardy ducks right into an uppercut from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
DeSalvo thuds his right hand into Hardy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hardy needs to keep his hands up - DeSalvo had a free shot at his head there.#ROC#
Hardy is rocked!
Hardy throws a good cross that connects.
Hardy pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces DeSalvo back to the cage. Hardy follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
DeSalvo throws a jab when Hardy was well out of range.
Hardy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A swing and a miss from Hardy.
DeSalvo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hardy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo staying out of range there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hardy dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeSalvo. That did some damage!
Hardy misses with an uppercut.
Hardy tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2#
Hardy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with DeSalvo, pushing him back against the cage.
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy lands a left hand.
DeSalvo blocking some punches.
#T1#
Hardy managing to block the knees to the body from DeSalvo.
Hardy has a couple of punches blocked by DeSalvo.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Hardy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hardy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
DeSalvo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hardy.
Hardy tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSalvo is trying to force a seperation but Hardy has the dominant position.
DeSalvo misses with a hook to the ribs.
DeSalvo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy misses with the head strike.
#T2#
Hardy lands a hook that snaps the head of DeSalvo backwards.
Hardy scores with a shoulder strike.
DeSalvo wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hardy has him pressed against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hardy.
Hardy prevents DeSalvo from breaking the clinch.
Hardy lands a shoulder strike.
Hardy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
DeSalvo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardy's elbow.
Hardy swings wildly with an uppercut but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Hardy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSalvo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hardy is keeping busy.
Hardy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
DeSalvo takes a shot to the head.
Hardy swings wildly with an uppercut but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeSalvo is trying to break the clinch but Hardy has him pressed against the cage.
DeSalvo wants to stall.
Hardy is working DeSalvo over against the cage.#BC#
DeSalvo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hardy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hardy tests DeSalvo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as DeSalvo throws out the jab.
Hardy lands an overhand right.
Hardy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeSalvo.
Hardy throws a low kick, looking for DeSalvo's leg but DeSalvo calmly moves out of range.
Hardy lands a jab to the head.
#T4#
Hardy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hardy throws a head kick that half lands.
Jacob Hardy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSalvo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
DeSalvo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hardy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jacob Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardy wants to land a leg kick but DeSalvo is out of range.
Hardy connects with a right hand. DeSalvo shakes it off.
Jab by Hardy.
Hardy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
DeSalvo scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Hardy explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
A low kick from DeSalvo misses
and Hardy counters with a low kick, right behind DeSalvo 's knee.
That kick from Hardy tenderised DeSalvo's leg. DeSalvo is trying to keep his angry face on.
DeSalvo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardy.
It seemed like Hardy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hardy lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Hardy is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Hardy moves away from the strike by DeSalvo. #T5#
DeSalvo throws a right and a left that Hardy avoids nicely.
DeSalvo slips under a jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hardy.
Hardy is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! DeSalvo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
DeSalvo throws a jab when Hardy was well out of range.
Hardy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hardy has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL2#
Hardy closes the distance and pushes DeSalvo back into the cage.
Hardy swings wildly with an uppercut but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hardy has a couple of punches blocked by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hardy gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSalvo misses with a body punch.
DeSalvo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T6#
DeSalvo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Hardy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of DeSalvos head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Hardy as DeSalvo tries to tie him up.
Hardy lands an uppercut.
Hardy lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of DeSalvo backwards.
Hardy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardy pushes DeSalvo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hardy being controlled against the cage.
Hardy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardy misses with some punches.
#T7#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hardy.
Hardy misses with a body punch.
DeSalvo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeSalvo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hardy pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hardy prevents a body shot from DeSalvo.
Hardy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeSalvo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hardy.
DeSalvo looking to stall.
Hardy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of DeSalvos head.
A short uppercut from Hardy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hardy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hardy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T8#
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy blocks an elbow strike from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo blocking some punches.
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hardy scores with a knee to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Hardy fails to land.
Hardy pushes DeSalvo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hardy connects with a nasty looking knee right to DeSalvo's face.
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!
Hardy throws a punch but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hardy lands a knee to the body.
DeSalvo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeSalvo is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T9#
Hardy gets underhooks to prevent DeSalvo's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeSalvo blocks an uppercut.
Hardy lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt DeSalvo or not.
Hardy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
DeSalvo blocks an uppercut.
Hardy tries to land a knee to the head but DeSalvo blocks with his arms.
DeSalvo blocking some punches.
Hardy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hardy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardy prevents a body shot from DeSalvo.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as DeSalvo controls the action.
DeSalvo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hardy misses with the head strike.
Hardy blocks an elbow strike from DeSalvo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacob Hardy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R2#
A low kick from Hardy misses #TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
DeSalvo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
DeSalvo wants to control but Hardy is keeping him busy. #ES2#
Hardy throws DeSalvo to one side and escapes!
DeSalvo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
DeSalvo misses with a double jab
and DeSalvo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hardy loads up on a big right hand but DeSalvo slips the punch.
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!
Hardy looks to throw the jab but DeSalvo is out of range.
DeSalvo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hardy dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeSalvo. That did some damage!
Hardy staying out of range there.#T1#
Hardy catches DeSalvo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hardy throws a lazy right hand but DeSalvo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hardy throws a leg kick but DeSalvo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
DeSalvo throws an off balance right hand
and Hardy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hardy throws a hook but DeSalvo avoids it easily.
Hardy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from DeSalvo.
Hardy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeSalvo looks to throw the jab but Hardy is out of range.
Hardy works the jab nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hardy.
Hardy lands a slapping body shot.
DeSalvo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hardy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hardy wants it to stay on the feet.
Good exchange - DeSalvo coming out on top.
Hardy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardy goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T2#
Hardy wants to clinch but DeSalvo slips to the side#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hardy is trying to stand back up but DeSalvo is controlling him
DeSalvo wants to pass to mount but Hardy is defending the position.
DeSalvo drops an elbow to the side of Hardy's head.
DeSalvo trying to control the action but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Hardy tries to kick DeSalvo off but DeSalvo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
DeSalvo is trying to control the action in half guard but Hardy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hardy is trying to stand up here but DeSalvo is controlling him well.
DeSalvo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hardy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
DeSalvo wants to free his trapped foot but Hardy is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hardy wants to get back to his feet.#T3##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeSalvo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeSalvo throws a lazy uppercut
and Hardy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hardy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from DeSalvo.
Hardy throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
An inside leg kick lands from Hardy.
DeSalvo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
DeSalvo closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hardy to the mat! Hardy manages to get full guard. #ES2#
Hardy kicks DeSalvo off and gets to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardy looks to land a right hand but DeSalvo moved out of range.
Hardy connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab from Hardy does it's job there.
Hardy checks a low kick from DeSalvo.#T4#
Hardy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hardy scores with a sloppy right hand. DeSalvo should have avoided that one.
Hardy is looking to slow DeSalvo down with leg kicks.
Hardy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from DeSalvo.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hardy! But no joy.
DeSalvo moves away from the strike by Hardy.
DeSalvo misses with a looping left.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hardy as he avoids it easily.
Hardy sizes up DeSalvo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jacob Hardy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
DeSalvo moves out of range as Hardy strikes.
DeSalvo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
DeSalvo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hardy throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
Hardy throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T5#
Hardy throws a chopping leg kick but DeSalvo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hardy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hardy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSalvo.
Hardy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before DeSalvo has time to react.
Hardy swings for the body but DeSalvo moves out of range.
DeSalvo appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
DeSalvo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hardy doesn't seem bothered though.
Hardy slips under a jab.
Hardy lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A jab from Hardy misses.
DeSalvo just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSalvo looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
DeSalvo throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
DeSalvo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
DeSalvo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
DeSalvo dives in for a single leg takedown but Hardy sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hardy misses with a lunging right hand
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a shoot takedown. Hardy fights it but they end up in guard.
Hardy is looking to stand back up but DeSalvo counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Hardy. #T6#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#REVB#
DeSalvo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
DeSalvo stops Hardy from getting back to his feet.
DeSalvo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hardy defending well though.
Hardy wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hardy is trying to stand back up but DeSalvo is controlling him
#ES2#
Hardy manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. DeSalvo keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
DeSalvo blocks a body shot from Hardy.
DeSalvo wants to break free but Hardy has control.
DeSalvo trying to land knees to the body.
DeSalvo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
DeSalvo blocks an uppercut.
Albert DeSalvo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T7#
DeSalvo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hardy tries to land a knee to the head but DeSalvo blocks with his arms.
A right hook to the body lands for Hardy.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jacob Hardy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hardy.
A head punch on the inside from Hardy fails to land.
Hardy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hardy lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt DeSalvo or not.
Hardy with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Hardy lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hardy misses with the head strike.
A short right from Hardy. #T8#
DeSalvo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hardy avoids it.
Hardy has DeSalvo pressed against the cage, preventing DeSalvo from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
DeSalvo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeSalvo wants to get back to striking at distance but Hardy won't allow it.
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hardy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
DeSalvo throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardy.
DeSalvo lands with a left to the head.
Hardy misses with a punch to the body.
DeSalvo working hard to break the clinch.
Hardy throws a head punch that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeSalvo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hardy avoids it.
Hardy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T9#
DeSalvo is struggling to control the position.
Hardy throws a punch but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
Hardy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardy blocks a body shot from DeSalvo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeSalvo.
Hardy using the Thai plumb to throw knees but DeSalvo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A head punch on the inside from Hardy fails to land.
Hardy lands a shot to the body.
Hardy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeSalvo has had enough of the clinch but Hardy keeps him there for the moment.
DeSalvo misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeSalvo.
Hardy misses with a knee strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jacob Hardy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hardy 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 18:20
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 18:20
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 18:20
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jacob Hardy!
Jacob Hardy is the new bantamweight champion!
Our winner, Jacob Hardy, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
COLISEU 24.11
Date: Nov 24, 2017 |
#R1#
A shot to the liver by DeSalvo. Beautiful body shot.
Albert DeSalvo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeSalvo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
DeSalvo attempts a counter takedown but Dos Oliviera avoids it well and moves away.
DeSalvo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dos Oliviera on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dos Oliviera's hands are dropping dangerously low here and DeSalvo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dos Oliviera scrambles back to his feet.
DeSalvo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dos Oliviera's hands.
DeSalvo throws an overhand right that has Dos Oliviera reeling! DeSalvo follows up with more punches and Dos Oliviera is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Albert DeSalvo!
During a confident post fight interview, Albert DeSalvo thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
OFC 322: BK vs Loveladdy II
Date: Nov 04, 2017 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Shamrock. DeSalvo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shamrock lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Shamrock has been working on his boxing with his coaches at ~T~ Troid - Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Shamrock cracks DeSalvo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
DeSalvo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
DeSalvo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shamrock connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Shamrock works DeSalvo's body with a nice hook.
DeSalvo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Shamrock.
Shamrock is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
DeSalvo drops his hands momentarily and Shamrock takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
DeSalvo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
DeSalvo looks to score with a jab to the body but Shamrock is just out of range.
A quick step to the side and Shamrock tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
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!
DeSalvo takes one to the side of the head.
Nick Shamrock seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shamrock connects with a body shot that sends DeSalvo's belly button to the back.
Shamrock walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DeSalvo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Shamrock scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Shamrock's jab looks to have found its range, popping DeSalvo under the eye.
A shot to the liver by Shamrock. Beautiful body shot.
Shamrock lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
DeSalvo misses with a hook.
Shamrock is looking to slow DeSalvo down with leg kicks.
Shamrock is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T1#
Shamrock uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before DeSalvo has time to react.
A telegraphed right hand from Shamrock misses the target.
DeSalvo throws a looping overhand right but Shamrock ducks down to avoid it.
Shamrock takes a swing at DeSalvo's ribcage but misses.
DeSalvo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeSalvo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shamrock.
DeSalvo slips a jab and a cross from Shamrock.
Shamrock ducks under a wild hook from DeSalvo.
Shamrock misses with a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Shamrock. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Shamrock.
Nick Shamrock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeSalvo missing with a left hand there. Shamrock was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shamrock staying out of range there.
Shamrock lands a leg kick that knocks DeSalvo off balance momentarily.
Shamrock misses with a wild body shot.
Shamrock defending well as DeSalvo loads up on a big left hand.
Shamrock lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Shamrock is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Shamrock connects with a leg kick. DeSalvo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
DeSalvo is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
DeSalvo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shamrock throws a hook but DeSalvo avoids it easily.
Shamrock throws a leg kick but DeSalvo sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
Shamrock throws a body shot but no joy.
Shamrock misses with a hook.
DeSalvo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Shamrock circles away quickly and effectively.
Shamrock lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Good leg kick by Shamrock there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Shamrock scores with a one two! DeSalvo had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
No luck for DeSalvo with that takedown attempt.
Shamrock leaves DeSalvo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Shamrock throws a hook but DeSalvo blocks it.
Shamrock lands a nice hook to DeSalvo's body. DeSalvo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Shamrock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeSalvo.
Shamrock fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeSalvo manages to avoid it.
Nice shot by Shamrock.
DeSalvo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shamrock.
Shamrock tests DeSalvo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Shamrock. DeSalvo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shamrock scoring well with a low kick there.
#T3#
Shamrock throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Shamrock.
DeSalvo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Shamrock.
DeSalvo misses the shot to the body.
Shamrock slips a jab and a cross from DeSalvo.
Shamrock dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeSalvo. That did some damage!
Shamrock lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Jab from Shamrock.
Shamrock leaves DeSalvo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nick Shamrock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert DeSalvo.
DeSalvo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
DeSalvo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Shamrock wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSalvo misses with a hook. Shamrock ducked under it nicely.
DeSalvo throws a jab when Shamrock was well out of range.
DeSalvo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shamrock manages to avoid it.
Shamrock throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck DeSalvo on the side of the head. #T4#
Shamrock fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Shamrock connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
DeSalvo has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Shamrock misses with a looping right.
DeSalvo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Shamrock throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shamrock lands a jab.
DeSalvo cracks Shamrock with a right hand to the side of the head.
Shamrock scores with a jab. DeSalvo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Shamrock jabs DeSalvo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Shamrock throws out a loose jab but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from DeSalvo misses.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Shamrock connects with a looping right hand.
DeSalvo throws a nice looking combination but Shamrock bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
DeSalvo defending well as Shamrock loads up on a big left hand.
DeSalvo walks into a stiff left hand from Shamrock.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Shamrock dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
DeSalvo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shamrock lands a right hook to the body.
Shamrock takes a swing at DeSalvo's ribcage but misses.
Shamrock fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches DeSalvo on the side of the head.
No joy there for Shamrock, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
DeSalvo scores with a jab to the body.
DeSalvo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Shamrock to score with a decent uppercut.
Shamrock thows a left - swing and a miss!
DeSalvo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Shamrock on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Shamrock connects with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Shamrock.
DeSalvo throws a lazy right hand but Shamrock sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
DeSalvo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeSalvo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Shamrock scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
DeSalvo takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Shamrock throws the left hand but DeSalvo avoids the punch easily.
DeSalvo misses with a body shot.
Shamrock scores with a hook to the body. DeSalvo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
DeSalvo throws a hook but Shamrock blocks it.
Shamrock ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Shamrock throws an uppercut from half a mile away. DeSalvo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shamrock swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
DeSalvo walks into a straight right hand from Shamrock.
Danga de danga de dang - Shamrock scores with a four punch combination!
Nick Shamrock is winning the standup battle so far.
Shamrock scores with a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Shamrock there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the side of Shamrock's head but Shamrock sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Shamrock darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
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!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Shamrock.
Shamrock lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A nice leg kick lands there from Shamrock.
That kick from Shamrock tenderised DeSalvo's leg. DeSalvo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Shamrock is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeSalvo can do to turn this around?
DeSalvo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2#
Shamrock throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSalvo.
A punch lands to the side of DeSalvo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Shamrock takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A jab from DeSalvo misses.
Shamrock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo walks into a stiff left hand from Shamrock.
Shamrock takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the side of Shamrock's head but Shamrock sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
DeSalvo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Shamrock on the side of the head.
Nice takedown defense from Shamrock. No joy for DeSalvo on that attempt.
Shamrock is looking to counter punch.
DeSalvo walks into a straight right hand from Shamrock.
DeSalvo misses the shot to the body.
Shamrock lands a jab to the nose.
Nice defenses there by DeSalvo.
Nice shot lands for Shamrock.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeSalvo. Shamrock does a little dance to reset his feet.
DeSalvo is trying desperately to land a takedown but Shamrock is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for DeSalvo.
Shamrock uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Shamrock ducks under a wild hook from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeSalvo slips a straight right by Shamrock.
DeSalvo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Shamrock throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
DeSalvo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
DeSalvo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
DeSalvo is looking to score with low kicks.
DeSalvo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shamrock.
Shamrock connects with a leg kick. DeSalvo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
DeSalvo fails to land the takedown.
Nick Shamrock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert DeSalvo.
DeSalvo missing with a left hand there. Shamrock was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
DeSalvo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Shamrock misses with a straight left.
Shamrock throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeSalvo missing with a left hand there. Shamrock was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
DeSalvo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
DeSalvo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shamrock lands a nice shot to the body.
Shamrock ducks under a wild hook from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo throws a big shot that misses.
Shamrock tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeSalvo was well out of range. Poor timing from Shamrock.
Shamrock connects with the punch.
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
Shamrock misses the jab.
A lazy left from Shamrock finds it's target.
Shamrock looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Shamrock.
Shamrock is looking to slow DeSalvo down with leg kicks.
Shamrock dodges the punch combination from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice cross by Shamrock.
Shamrock just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSalvo feints the counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Shamrock 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#
A looping hook to the body misses from DeSalvo. Shamrock does a little dance to reset his feet.
DeSalvo throws a right and a left that Shamrock avoids nicely.
A good leg kick by Shamrock.
Shamrock throws out a loose jab but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
A lazy left from DeSalvo finds it's target.
Shamrock scores with a crisp jab that stopped DeSalvo in his tracks.
Shamrock looks to land a left hand but DeSalvo moved out of range nicely.
Shamrock scores with a nice right hand.
Shamrock moves out of range as DeSalvo strikes.
Shamrock misses with a straight right.
DeSalvo throws a lazy right hand but Shamrock sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Shamrock looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
DeSalvo throws a body shot but no joy.
Shamrock works the jab nicely.
DeSalvo misses with an uppercut.
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!
DeSalvo looks to throw the jab but Shamrock is out of range.
Shamrock bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Shamrock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Shamrock with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling DeSalvo to score with a decent uppercut.
Shamrock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeSalvo.
Shamrock wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Shamrock buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from DeSalvo misses the target.
DeSalvo throws a lazy right hand but Shamrock sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
DeSalvo takes one to the side of the head.
Shamrock ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeSalvo moves away.
DeSalvo misses with a straight left.
Shamrock stuns DeSalvo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Shamrock misses.
Shamrock fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Shamrock ducks under a wild hook from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo takes one to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from DeSalvo misses the target.
Albert DeSalvo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
DeSalvo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
DeSalvo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shamrock lands a slapping body shot.
#TD2#
DeSalvo closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Shamrock did well to prevent DeSalvo getting side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeSalvo is looking to stall here but Shamrock recovers full guard.
Shamrock is looking to stand up but DeSalvo isn't so interested in that idea.
My spies in Holding Cell inform me that DeSalvo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeSalvo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Shamrock wants to stand but DeSalvo is controlling the position.
DeSalvo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
DeSalvo wants to control from the top but Shamrock keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DeSalvo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Shamrock scores with a nice right hand.
Shamrock throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeSalvo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
DeSalvo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shamrock was well out of range. Poor timing from DeSalvo.
Shamrock scores with a sloppy right hand. DeSalvo should have avoided that one. #T4#
DeSalvo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Shamrock.
DeSalvo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shamrock.
DeSalvo avoids the body shot from Shamrock.
DeSalvo feints the counter takedown.
DeSalvo walks into a left hand.
DeSalvo takes a swing at Shamrock's ribcage but misses.
DeSalvo scores with a jab to the body.
DeSalvo tries to land a front kick but Shamrock steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Shamrock avoids the body shot from DeSalvo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeSalvo swings widly with a right hand
enabling Shamrock to counter with a crisp jab.
Shamrock misses the shot to the body.
Shamrock lands a nice shot to the body.
Shamrock lands a nice looking body shot.
Shamrock takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
DeSalvo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
DeSalvo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Shamrock connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Shamrock tests DeSalvo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nick Shamrock showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shamrock, 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nick Shamrock!
Nick Shamrock decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
OFC 316: Fei Chung vs Ribber
Date: Oct 08, 2017 |
#R1#
DeSalvo throws a shot to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Taquses has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Taquses decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Taquses trying to control from DeSalvo's half guard. DeSalvo has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Taquses will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
DeSalvo is trying to keep Taquses in close.
#SUB#
Taquses drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Taquses jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
DeSalvo wants to sweep here but Taquses controlling him for the moment.
Taquses wants to control from the top but DeSalvo keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
DeSalvo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Taquses can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Taquses pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeSalvo is keeping the position for now. #T1##SUB2#
DeSalvo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
DeSalvo told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Taquses stopping the sweep attempt from DeSalvo.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeSalvo is trying to keep Taquses in close.
DeSalvo has momentary wrist control but Taquses slips an elbow through the middle.
DeSalvo being controlled here, momentarily.
DeSalvo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Taquses. #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.#SUB#
Taquses thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Taquses is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
DeSalvo has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Taquses doesn't defend quickly enough and DeSalvo has managed to lock this one up! Can Taquses escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to DeSalvo on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Albert DeSalvo!
Albert DeSalvo managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Fenrir Fightgear - Be the Wolf, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
OFC: Blood Night XLII
Date: Aug 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Mack blocks a jab.
Mack lands a nice shot to the body.
DeSalvo scores with the left hand. Mack knows he should have avoided that one.
Mack throws out a loose jab but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeSalvo walks into a straight right hand from Mack.
DeSalvo clobbers Mack with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeSalvo manages to avoid it.
DeSalvo looks to land a left hand but Mack moved out of range nicely.
Mack just misses with a punch to the body.
Mack connects with a crisp jab.
DeSalvo lands a body shot.
Mack moves into range and connects with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeSalvo misses with a body punch
enabling Mack to counter with a crisp jab.
DeSalvo looks to score with a jab to the body but Mack is just out of range.#T1#
DeSalvo connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice shot by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Holding Cell in the buildup to the fight.
Mack throws a shot to the body.
Mack is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeSalvo.
Mack keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mack is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A punch combination from Mack misses.
DeSalvo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mack throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mack swinging wildly here.
DeSalvo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mack's head backwards.#TD#
DeSalvo looking to score a takedown here. Mack is defending well but DeSalvo drives through and ends up in Mack's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSalvo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Mack wants to stand and escape but DeSalvo is having none of it.
DeSalvo is stalling in the full guard.
DeSalvo trying to control but Mack is working from the bottom.
DeSalvo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
DeSalvo trying to control but Mack is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
DeSalvo pushes down on Mack's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mack doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time DeSalvo.
DeSalvo is trying to control. Mack wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
DeSalvo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mack is just riding it out for now. DeSalvo eventually gives up the hold. #ES2#
Mack has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but DeSalvo is on him like a limpet, forcing Mack back against the cage.#T4#
Good body shot from DeSalvo.
Mack tries to break the clinch but DeSalvo is controlling the position.
Mack has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Mack has had enough of the clinch but DeSalvo keeps him there for the moment.
A shot in the inside from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo prevents Mack from breaking the clinch.#BC#
DeSalvo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mack swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mack misses with a two punch combination.
Mack avoids the body shot from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
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 Albert DeSalvo will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
DeSalvo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mack jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD#
DeSalvo closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mack did well to prevent DeSalvo getting side control.
DeSalvo prevents Mack from standing back up.
#SUB#
DeSalvo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mack has managed to free his arm - good work.
DeSalvo is trying to control. Mack wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
DeSalvo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mack sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mack keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
DeSalvo looks to land a strike but Mack avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T1#
DeSalvo trying to control the position from guard on top but Mack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mack is wriggling around but DeSalvo manages to pass to half guard.
#SUB#
Mack is defending against the submission attempts here by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo stops Mack from getting back to his feet.
DeSalvo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Mack keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
DeSalvo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
DeSalvo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
DeSalvo has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Mack defend it? DeSalvo steps over the head and cranks it - Mack is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for DeSalvo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert DeSalvo!
Albert DeSalvo took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Fenrir Fightgear - Be the Wolf for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
OFC 297: Red Dawn
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1#
DeSalvo swings for the body but Face moves out of range.
Shit Face seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeSalvo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Face misses with a few strikes there.
Face tries to land a front kick but DeSalvo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
DeSalvo throws a big shot that misses.
Face uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSalvo.
Face looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DeSalvo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
DeSalvo scores with a body shot.
DeSalvo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Face moves away.
DeSalvo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Face throws a series of punches but DeSalvo avoids them all with ease.
DeSalvo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
DeSalvo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A left lands for Face.
Face lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Face misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Face misses with a double jab
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by DeSalvo. #T1#
DeSalvo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Face works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
DeSalvo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Face bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in DeSalvo's guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Face lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Face throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Face accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Face slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Face got a little sloppy there for a moment and DeSalvo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Face has managed to get both his arms back between DeSalvo's legs - danger averted.
DeSalvo throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Face is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Face is looking to work some ground and pound but DeSalvo has wrist control.#T2#
Face lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
DeSalvo looking for a guillotine here but Face defends easily.
Face makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've been hearing good reports from DeSalvo's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
DeSalvo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Face can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Face postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Face works over DeSalvo with some ground and pound from guard.
Face content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Face postures up.
DeSalvo trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now DeSalvo is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Face has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
DeSalvo wants to control from the top but Face keeps moving.
Face wants to get back to his feet but DeSalvo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeSalvo looking to pass the guard.
DeSalvo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
DeSalvo wants to control from the top but Face keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
DeSalvo throwing strikes from guard but Face blocks nicely.
DeSalvo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
DeSalvo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
DeSalvo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Face works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
DeSalvo passes Face's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Face is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeSalvo is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Face reverses the position - he's now on top in DeSalvo's guard.
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 Albert DeSalvo will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Face misses with a wild combination.
Face waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeSalvo.
Face throws a big shot that misses.
DeSalvo throws a head kick but Face moves out of range.
DeSalvo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Face shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD#
DeSalvo shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. DeSalvo showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face moves into full guard.
#T1##SUB#
DeSalvo has gone for a leg lock! Face slips out almost immediately though and dives into DeSalvo's guard.#REVB#
Face is working DeSalvo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
DeSalvo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Face manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
DeSalvo is looking to work some ground and pound but Face has wrist control.
DeSalvo wants to pass the guard but Face is keeping the position.
DeSalvo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Face's guard. #T2#
DeSalvo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Albert DeSalvo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Face tries to roll over but DeSalvo keeps him under control.#SUB#
DeSalvo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Face defends it well.
DeSalvo throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Face to regain full guard.
DeSalvo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Face avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Face 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.
Face preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DeSalvo throws a big elbow that misses.
DeSalvo lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
DeSalvo trying to control the position from guard on top but Face is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
DeSalvo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Face looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Face looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Face! #REVB#
Face wants to lay and pray for a moment but DeSalvo keeps working. #T4#
Face cracks DeSalvo with a big right hand but DeSalvo just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
DeSalvo on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Face working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
DeSalvo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
DeSalvo parries the strikes from Face easily there. Face is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable DeSalvo to escape.
Face working away.
Face working the ground and pound.
Face looks up at the clock and then as DeSalvo takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Face smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
DeSalvo is not content to let Face control the position.
Face lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeSalvo sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
DeSalvo wants to get back to full guard.
Face not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shit Face will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo ducks under a wild hook from Face.
DeSalvo connects with a nice looking jab.
Face listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Face throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Face throws a low kick but it's checked well by DeSalvo.
Face throws a low kick, looking for DeSalvo's leg but DeSalvo calmly moves out of range.
Face misses with a body kick.
DeSalvo feinted with a counter takedown.
DeSalvo lands a nice looking body shot.
DeSalvo is looking to wear down Face with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
DeSalvo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Face.
DeSalvo feinted with a counter takedown.
Face fakes a jab and throws a low kick but DeSalvo checks it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeSalvo moves away.
Face throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
DeSalvo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Face looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.
Face uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSalvo.
Face looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DeSalvo throws a body kick that misses.
Face swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Face throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Face misses with a straight right.
Face scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from DeSalvo is defended easily by Face.
Shit Face is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Face.
Face uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Face throws out the jab.
DeSalvo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Face doesn't seem bothered though.
Face thuds a left hand into DeSalvo's body.
Face throws an overhand right that lands on DeSalvo's shoulder, as DeSalvo tries to avoid the shot.
DeSalvo misses with a looping left.#T2#
No joy there for Face, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Face pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice straight punches there by DeSalvo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of DeSalvo.
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!
Face avoids the head kick by DeSalvo.
Nice shot lands for Face.
An inside leg kick from Face misses.
DeSalvo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Face connects with a looping right hand.
Face moves out of range of the body kick from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo jabs Face to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Face misses with a double jab
#TD#
and DeSalvo decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Face's guard.
Face has momentary wrist control but DeSalvo slips an elbow through the middle.
DeSalvo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Face works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
DeSalvo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
DeSalvo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
DeSalvo is working Face over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
DeSalvo throws an elbow that misses. Face uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in DeSalvo's guard. Nice move by Face!#REVB#
DeSalvo lands a good elbow from the bottom.
Face distracts DeSalvo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Face tries to free his leg and advance position but DeSalvo is retaining full guard.
DeSalvo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Face with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Face is in close to DeSalvo's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
Face postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
DeSalvo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Face lands a couple of digs.
Face with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeSalvo trying to keep a closed guard but Face is proving a slippery customer.
DeSalvo has momentary wrist control but Face slips an elbow through the middle.
Face is looking to work some ground and pound but DeSalvo has wrist control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeSalvo misses with a body shot.
Face just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSalvo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Face throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Face blocking the ground and pound attempt from DeSalvo.
Face is concentrating on defense, preventing DeSalvo from advancing position.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shit Face.
I think Face has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shit Face!
A determined Shit Face didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
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Event:
Aspire 46: Orsini vs Ramon
Date: Jun 23, 2017 |
#R1#
DeSalvo throws a body shot but no joy.
Vargas moves out of range of the strikes.
DeSalvo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vargas was well out of range. Poor timing from DeSalvo.
Vargas seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
DeSalvo misses with a body punch
and Vargas counters with a one-two to the body.
We've been told by Vargas's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
DeSalvo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
DeSalvo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Some wild striking there from Vargas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vargas in his tracks.
DeSalvo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vargas circles away.
DeSalvo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vargas was well out of range. Poor timing from DeSalvo.#T1#
Vargas misses with a series of wild punches.
Albert DeSalvo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vargas misses with a few strikes there.
Vargas fails to land with a series of punches.
DeSalvo throws a head kick but Vargas moves out of range.
DeSalvo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As DeSalvo looks to move away, Vargas throws a big counter combo but DeSalvo just gets out of the way.
Vargas misses with the combination.
DeSalvo looks for a takedown but Vargas sprawls well.
Johny Vargas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert DeSalvo.
DeSalvo slips a jab and a cross from Vargas.
#T2#
DeSalvo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vargas manages to avoid it.
Vargas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeSalvo is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Vargas rather than just go for the knockout.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeSalvo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
DeSalvo lands with a good body shot.
Vargas throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
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!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeSalvo.
Horrible takedown attempt by DeSalvo or perhaps it was just good defense by Vargas, which made it look bad.
Vargas throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
DeSalvo throws a jab when Vargas was well out of range.#T3#
Vargas on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vargas gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Vargas throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vargas throws a right hand that DeSalvo ducks under and follows up with a left that DeSalvo also avoids with ease.
Vargas will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
DeSalvo with the counter takedown but Vargas avoids it easily.
DeSalvo throws a body shot but no joy.
DeSalvo connects with a body shot.
Vargas moves out of range of the body kick.
Vargas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSalvo.
Vargas is looking for a counter combo.
DeSalvo misses with a body shot.
Vargas seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T4#
DeSalvo throws a head kick that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeSalvo. Vargas does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vargas seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
DeSalvo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by DeSalvo or perhaps it was just good defense by Vargas, which made it look bad.
DeSalvo misses with an attempted mid kick.
It looked like Vargas was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
DeSalvo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vargas manages to avoid it.
Vargas throws a series of punches but DeSalvo avoids them all with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vargas misses with the combination.
DeSalvo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
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 Johny Vargas will probably get the nod.
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#
Vargas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeSalvo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vargas misses with the combination.
Vargas throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeSalvo. Vargas does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vargas lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but DeSalvo circles away quickly and effectively.
DeSalvo dives in for a single leg takedown but Vargas sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vargas punishes DeSalvo's body with a nice straight punch.
DeSalvo lands a slapping body shot.
#TD2#
DeSalvo closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Vargas did well to prevent DeSalvo getting side control.
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!
Vargas avoiding damage under a succession of punches from DeSalvo. #T1#
DeSalvo prevents Vargas from standing back up.
Vargas on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
DeSalvo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vargas keeps working.
DeSalvo is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
DeSalvo wants to work for an arm triangle but Vargas is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vargas doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time DeSalvo.
Vargas wants to get back to his feet.
#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.#SUB2#
DeSalvo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vargas has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
DeSalvo is trying to work for a kimura but Vargas is defending well.
DeSalvo stops Vargas from getting back to his feet.
DeSalvo is pressing down on Vargas's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vargas is holding on for now. #T3#
DeSalvo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
DeSalvo wants to free his trapped foot but Vargas is holding on for dear life with his legs.
DeSalvo wants to control but Vargas is keeping him busy.
DeSalvo tries to pass to full mount but Vargas defends it.
DeSalvo takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DeSalvo lands with a right hand. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
DeSalvo lands with a hook. Vargas tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
DeSalvo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vargas pinned against the cage. Vargas gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Vargas tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeSalvo was well out of range. Poor timing from Vargas.
Sloppy strikes from Vargas. Those never looked like landing.
DeSalvo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vargas misses with a wild combination.
DeSalvo feints the counter takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeSalvo throws a head kick that misses.
DeSalvo darts in looking for a takedown but Vargas gets double underhooks and turns DeSalvo into the cage.
Johny Vargas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert DeSalvo.
DeSalvo shoots for a takedown but Vargas saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Albert DeSalvo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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#
Vargas fails to land with a series of punches.
DeSalvo misses with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from DeSalvo.
As DeSalvo looks to move away, Vargas throws a big counter combo but DeSalvo just gets out of the way.
A swing and a miss from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo misses with a hook
and Vargas makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Vargas looks to land a combination but DeSalvo avoids it well.
Vargas avoids the body shot from DeSalvo.
Vargas misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from DeSalvo misses.
Vargas throws a right and a left that DeSalvo avoids nicely.
DeSalvo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A counter left hand to the body from Vargas misses its target.
Johny Vargas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Vargas checks a leg kick.
Vargas works over DeSalvo's head and body with a nice combination.
DeSalvo throws a jab when Vargas was well out of range.
Vargas's hands are dropping dangerously low here and DeSalvo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Vargas scrambles back to his feet.
DeSalvo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeSalvo ducks right into an uppercut from Vargas.
DeSalvo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Vargas rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but DeSalvo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Vargas walks into a left hand.
Vargas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vargas blocks a head kick by DeSalvo.
#T2#
DeSalvo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Vargas on the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeSalvo misses with a body shot.
Vargas avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vargas is looking for a counter combo.
DeSalvo is looking to land body kicks.
DeSalvo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vargas.
Vargas looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
DeSalvo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
DeSalvo throws a body shot but no joy.
Johny Vargas is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DeSalvo just misses with a punch to the body.
Vargas seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Vargas lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but DeSalvo circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd cheers as DeSalvo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vargas doesn't seem phased though.#T3#
Vargas looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
DeSalvo throws a jab but it's blocked by Vargas.
Vargas is looking to counter punch.
Vargas throws a combination but it was largely blocked by DeSalvo.
DeSalvo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
DeSalvo shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than DeSalvo was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
DeSalvo is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB2#
DeSalvo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vargas, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
DeSalvo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no DeSalvo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Vargas is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Vargas is not content to let DeSalvo control the position. #SUB2#
DeSalvo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vargas pushes DeSalvo away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, DeSalvo gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Albert DeSalvo.
I think DeSalvo has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Johny Vargas!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Johny Vargas!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Albert DeSalvo!
Johny Vargas wins by split decision!
Johny Vargas 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:
Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 42
Date: Jun 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Takada connects with a body shot.
Takada misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeSalvo.
Takada closes the distance and lands a one-two.
DeSalvo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Holding Cell in the buildup to the fight.
DeSalvo does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #TD#
DeSalvo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Takada's guard.
Takada is trying to control the position from the bottom.
DeSalvo wants to pass the guard but Takada is keeping the position.
Takada is trying to control the position but DeSalvo postures up.
DeSalvo tries to free his leg and advance position but Takada is retaining full guard. #T1#
Takada working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from DeSalvo.
Takada is trying to control the position but DeSalvo postures up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeSalvo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
DeSalvo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
DeSalvo doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Takada counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Takada scores with a hook to the body.
Takada presses DeSalvo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Takada misses with a punch on the inside.
DeSalvo jumps guard but Takada turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
DeSalvo tries to circle away but Takada has him pinned against the cage.
DeSalvo is looking to break free of the clinch but Takada has double underhooks. #T2#
Takada taking a breather.
The referee calls for Takada to work.
The crowd are getting on Takada's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Takada working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
DeSalvo jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Takada walks away with a smile on his face. DeSalvo gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Takada looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSalvo is just out of range.#TD#
DeSalvo feints and as Takada raises his hands in defense, DeSalvo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Takada keeping full guard, as DeSalvo tries to pass.
DeSalvo passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
DeSalvo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no DeSalvo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
DeSalvo looking to control but instead Takada has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Takada is defending against the submission attempts here by DeSalvo.
Takada trying to control here.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
DeSalvo trying to control the action but Takada is working from the bottom.
DeSalvo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
DeSalvo wants to control but Takada is keeping him busy. #SUB#
DeSalvo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
DeSalvo performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
DeSalvo seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Satoru Takada will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Takada lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
DeSalvo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeSalvo throws a leg kick
and DeSalvo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
DeSalvo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Takada manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Takada misses its intended target.
DeSalvo darts in looking for a takedown but Takada gets double underhooks and turns DeSalvo into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Takada has taken the fight to the clinch.
Takada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Takada tries to throw a body punch but DeSalvo avoids it by throwing Takada back against the cage.
Takada lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Takada misses with a body punch.
Takada swings wildly with an uppercut but DeSalvo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Takada makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
DeSalvo tries to score a body lock takedown but Takada shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Takada lands a right hand that snaps the head of DeSalvo backwards.
DeSalvo wants to get back to striking at distance but Takada won't allow it.
Takada stalling in the clinch.
DeSalvo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Takada prevents DeSalvo from breaking the clinch.
Takada working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Takada comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Takada tries to throw a body punch but DeSalvo avoids it by throwing Takada back against the cage.
DeSalvo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Takada.
#T2#
Takada lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Takada lands a left hand.
Takada tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeSalvo's elbow.
DeSalvo takes a shot to the head.
Takada keeps the fight in the clinch, despite DeSalvo's efforts to push away.
Takada stalls.
Takada lands with a short head shot on the inside.
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!
Takada swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Takada digs a right hand underneath DeSalvo's ribcage. DeSalvo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
DeSalvo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Takada.
Takada has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A body shot lands from Takada.
Takada lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Takada throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Takada slows down the pace here.
DeSalvo creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Takada scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Takada lands a right hand.
Takada lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down DeSalvo.
DeSalvo displaying some good clinch control by pressing Takada up against the cage.
Takada lands an elbow just above DeSalvo 's eye.
Takada lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Takada lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of DeSalvo backwards. #T4#
Takada pressing his opponent against the cage.
DeSalvo has Takada pressed against the cage.
DeSalvo blocks a body shot from Takada.
DeSalvo taking a breather.
Takada lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt DeSalvo or not.
Takada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Takada displaying some good clinch control by pressing DeSalvo up against the cage.
Takada lands a shoulder strike.
Satoru Takada seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSalvo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Takada is defending well for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Satoru Takada showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Takada swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
DeSalvo throws a leg kick
and Takada counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeSalvo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
DeSalvo throws a body punch but Takada moves out of range.
DeSalvo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Takada counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
No luck for DeSalvo with that takedown attempt.
Takada looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takada paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
DeSalvo punishes Takada's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
DeSalvo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Takada avoids it really well and circles away.
Takada scores with a nice strike.
DeSalvo misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Takada counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Takada lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Takada misses with a punch on the inside.
Albert DeSalvo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Takada struggles to land a body shot inside as DeSalvo controls his hands.
A right hand to the body from DeSalvo.
Takada taking a breather.
DeSalvo pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
DeSalvo looking to slow down the pace here.
Takada is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Takada.
Takada blocking some punches.
Takada misses with a hook to the ribs.
Takada throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Takada.
Takada scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Takada gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from DeSalvo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeSalvo tries to work over Takada's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Takada.
Satoru Takada is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A nice left hand lands by Takada.
DeSalvo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeSalvo tries to break the clinch but Takada is controlling the position.
Takada has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Takada softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T4#
Takada blocks an elbow strike.
DeSalvo is struggling to control the position.
DeSalvo throws an elbow that misses.
DeSalvo tries to work over Takada's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeSalvo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Takada's elbow.
DeSalvo missing with knees to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeSalvo misses with an elbow over the top.
DeSalvo is trying to break the clinch but Takada has him pressed against the cage.
DeSalvo trying to land knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Satoru Takada comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Takada 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Satoru Takada!
Satoru Takada managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Nutrition, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 36
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Smith throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
DeSalvo trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom.
Smith is trying to keep DeSalvo in close.
DeSalvo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Smith is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
DeSalvo drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick DeSalvo off! DeSalvo jumps back into Smith's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo is pushing down on Smith's leg trying to pass to half guard. Smith is fighting to maintain full guard but DeSalvo has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
DeSalvo passes to full mount! #SUB#
DeSalvo working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Smith looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by DeSalvo! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Albert DeSalvo!
An out of breath and clearly excited Albert DeSalvo thanked Lion Fightwear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Maurice Smith spoke after the fight, saying 'I took a risk taking this fight. But to be the best you have to beat the best and in the words of the great Arnold Schwarzenegger: "I PEE BLACK"'.
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Event:
Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 26
Date: Feb 25, 2017 |
#R1#
DeSalvo swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Nordskov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nordskov misses with a looping right.
Nice body kick from Nordskov.
DeSalvo scores with a body shot.
Nordskov scores with a jab to the head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from DeSalvo is defended easily by Nordskov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nordskov! But no joy.
Nordskov's coach down at IMMA Gym of Elite ASS was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Nordskov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Nordskov misses with a looping left.
DeSalvo feinted with a counter takedown.
DeSalvo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Holding Cell in the buildup to the fight.
DeSalvo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeSalvo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
DeSalvo thows a leg kick but Nordskov checks it
and Nordskov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nordskov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Albert DeSalvo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeSalvo avoids the body shot from Nordskov.
Nordskov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
DeSalvo dives in and scores a takedown into Nordskov's guard.
Nordskov has DeSalvo pulled in close to control his posture.
DeSalvo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nordskov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Nordskov has his hands on DeSalvo's head, controlling the position.
DeSalvo throws an elbow that misses. Nordskov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in DeSalvo's guard. Nice move by Nordskov!#REVB#
DeSalvo 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.
DeSalvo throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
DeSalvo is wriggling around but Nordskov manages to pass to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nordskov trying to pass the guard but DeSalvo defending well. #T3##SUB#
DeSalvo looking for subs from the bottom but Nordskov mounts him!
DeSalvo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nordskov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
DeSalvo sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
DeSalvo tries to roll over but Nordskov keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. DeSalvo manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
DeSalvo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nordskov is one step ahead there.
DeSalvo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nordskov's guard. #REVR#
DeSalvo controls from within his opponent's guard.
DeSalvo passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeSalvo fails to land a wild elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mads Nordskov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nordskov throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
DeSalvo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nordskov keeps working.
DeSalvo works his way into full mount!
DeSalvo thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nordskov is looking to escape.
DeSalvo raining down shots from the mount!#T1#
DeSalvo looking to control and managing it successfully.
DeSalvo thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeSalvo throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #SUB#
DeSalvo is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Nordskov has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Nordskov!
Nordskov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2#
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.
Nordskov trying to control the position but DeSalvo is working away.
DeSalvo is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nordskov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeSalvo sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3#
DeSalvo is looking to get back to full guard here but Nordskov has managed to pass to side control instead.
Albert DeSalvo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nordskov trying to control the position but DeSalvo is working away.
Nordskov just content to control the position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
DeSalvo tries to buck Nordskov off but Nordskov is having none of it.
DeSalvo is trying to work for a sweep but Nordskov has mounted him!
DeSalvo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nordskov tries to control but DeSalvo wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DeSalvo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Albert DeSalvo will probably get the nod.
That's time! DeSalvo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
DeSalvo takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
DeSalvo lands a right hook to the body.
DeSalvo throws a body punch but Nordskov moves out of range.
DeSalvo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nordskov manages to avoid it.
Nordskov just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSalvo is looking to wear down Nordskov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nordskov digs a good body shot into DeSalvo's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo misses with a wild body shot.
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
DeSalvo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
DeSalvo throws a lazy uppercut
and Nordskov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nordskov sizes up DeSalvo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
DeSalvo misses the body punch
and Nordskov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nordskov misses with an attempted mid kick.
DeSalvo attempts a counter takedown but Nordskov avoids it well and moves away.
A left lands for Nordskov.
Nordskov scores with a decent looking hook.
Nordskov lands a body shot.
DeSalvo shoots for a takedown but Nordskov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nordskov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSalvo.
Nordskov misses with a body shot.
#T2#
DeSalvo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
DeSalvo looks to score with a jab to the body but Nordskov is just out of range.
DeSalvo misses with a takedown attempt
and Nordskov counters with a nice uppercut.
DeSalvo looks to score with a jab to the body but Nordskov is just out of range.
Nordskov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nordskov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits DeSalvos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
DeSalvo misses with a straight right.
Nordskov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Mads Nordskov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nordskov moves in looking to clinch but DeSalvo pushes him off.
DeSalvo takes a swing at Nordskov's ribcage but misses.
DeSalvo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nordskov.
#T3#
Nordskov throws a big shot that misses.
DeSalvo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
DeSalvo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nordskov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
DeSalvo misses with a lunging right hand
and Nordskov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
DeSalvo shoots in but Nordskov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nordskov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. DeSalvo doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Nordskov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DeSalvo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nordskov throws a leg kick #TD#
and DeSalvo decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Nordskov's guard.
DeSalvo throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeSalvo trying to control the position from guard on top but Nordskov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
DeSalvo with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeSalvo tries to free his leg and advance position but Nordskov is retaining full guard.
Nordskov has DeSalvo pulled in close to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mads Nordskov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Nordskov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mads Nordskov!
Mads Nordskov took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Vandal & Laundry for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Just Bleed Black Friday
Date: Jan 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Moody looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Moody swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
DeSalvo with the counter takedown but Moody avoids it easily.
DeSalvo motions for Moody to come forward. DeSalvo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Moody moves into the clinch.
DeSalvo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Moody is defending well for now.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, DeSalvo just misses with a elbow thrown towards Moody's brow. #BC#
Moody escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Moody fails in his attempt to clinch.
DeSalvo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Moody defends it well.
Moody lands a right hook to the body.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
DeSalvo missing with knees to the body.
I was talking to Moody's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moody blocks an uppercut.
DeSalvo misses with a hook from the clinch.
DeSalvo tries to land knees in the clinch but Moody avoids the damage to the body.
DeSalvo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Moody gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T1#
DeSalvo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Moody is defending well for now.
Moody taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Moody.
DeSalvo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Moody missing with knees to the body.
Moody dodges an elbow strike from DeSalvo.
#BC#
Moody breaks from the clinch.
Moody tries to clinch up.
Moody fails in his attempt to clinch.
Moody tries to clinch there but DeSalvo circles away.
DeSalvo circles away from the clinch attempt.
DeSalvo feints the counter takedown.#CL#
DeSalvo tries to keep at a distance but Moody has taken the fight into the clinch.
DeSalvo misses with some punches.
#T2##BC#
Moody breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hoss Moody is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Moody closes the distance and clinches.
Moody stalls.
DeSalvo throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Stalling in the clinch from Moody.
Moody is pushing DeSalvo up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC#
Moody escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Moody gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Moody stalls.
Moody'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.#T3#
A left hand lands to the body for Moody.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Moody on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Moody connects with a nasty looking knee right to DeSalvo's face.
Moody lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of DeSalvo backwards.
Moody tries to land a knee to the head but DeSalvo blocks with his arms.
DeSalvo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Moody is keeping busy.
DeSalvo takes an elbow to the forehead.
A head punch on the inside from DeSalvo fails to land.
Moody manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#T4#
Moody effectively controlling the action here.
Moody blocking some punches.
Moody is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Moody on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
DeSalvo tries to work over Moody's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
DeSalvo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Moody is keeping busy.#BC#
Moody breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Left hook, right uppercut from Moody.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSalvo misses with an uppercut. Moody saw that one coming.
DeSalvo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Moody.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hoss Moody dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Moody moves into range and clinches up with DeSalvo.#BC#
Moody pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Moody throws a sloppy head kick and DeSalvo moves out of range easily.
Moody cracks DeSalvo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
DeSalvo lands an overhand right.
DeSalvo throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Moody pushes DeSalvo up against the cage in a clinch.
DeSalvo is trying to maintain a safe position but Moody gets an underhook and turns DeSalvo into the cage.
DeSalvo tries to land knees in the clinch but Moody avoids the damage to the body.
Moody effectively controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo trying to stall but Moody improves his position.
Moody blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Moody trying to land knees to the body.
Moody doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1##BC#
Moody manages to break the clinch.
DeSalvo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Moody fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
DeSalvo circles away from the clinch attempt.
DeSalvo throws a leg kick but Moody checks it.
DeSalvo wants to land a leg kick but Moody is out of range.
It looked like Moody was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
DeSalvo keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Moody closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
DeSalvo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
DeSalvo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Moody gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
DeSalvo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hoss Moody has scored more points in the clinch so far.
DeSalvo throws an elbow but it misses.
#BC#
Moody manages to break the clinch.
#T2##CL#
Moody moves into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Moody takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Moody is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeSalvo can do to turn this around?
A nice left hand lands by Moody.
#BC#
Moody pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Moody tries to close the distance and clinch up but DeSalvo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Moody lands with a slapping head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeSalvo keeps the fight on the outside.
Moody blocks a jab.
Moody tries to clinch up.
Moody throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice cross by DeSalvo.
Moody tries to clinch up.
DeSalvo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeSalvo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T3#
Moody throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
DeSalvo scores with a nice right hand.
Moody fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but DeSalvo is out of range.
DeSalvo misses with a low kick.
Moody is looking to clinch but DeSalvo is avoiding it.
DeSalvo avoids the body shot from Moody.
DeSalvo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#CL#
Moody moves into the clinch.
Moody blocks an elbow strike.
DeSalvo tries to land a knee to the head but Moody blocks with his arms.
Moody taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, DeSalvo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Moody effectively controlling the action here.
Moody trying to control the position but instead, DeSalvo has worked for underhooks and has pushed Moody into the cage.#T4##BC#
Moody breaks the clinch.
Hoss Moody seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Moody cracks DeSalvo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Moody wants to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Moody looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
DeSalvo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
DeSalvo shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. DeSalvo showed some decent athleticism there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DeSalvo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hoss Moody 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#
Moody fails in his attempt to clinch.
Moody misses with a jab, cross combination.
Moody scores with a three punch combo!
Moody stuffs the takedown.
Moody throws a nice looking combination but DeSalvo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
DeSalvo stuns Moody with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Moody wants to clinch up but DeSalvo keeps it at a distance.
DeSalvo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Moody ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Moody clinches up with DeSalvo and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Moody pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Moody pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And DeSalvo tries to counter it with a takedown but Moody pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A slow jab from DeSalvo misses its intended target.
Moody tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1##CL#
Moody clinches up with DeSalvo and pushes him back against the cage.
Moody blocks a body shot from DeSalvo.
Moody dodges an elbow strike from DeSalvo.
#BC#
Moody manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Moody fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with DeSalvo, pushing him back against the cage.
Moody struggles to land a body shot inside as DeSalvo controls his hands.
Moody managing to block the knees to the body from DeSalvo.
#BC#
Moody manages to break the clinch.
Moody tries to bum rush DeSalvo with a series of wild strikes but DeSalvo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DeSalvo thuds a left hand into Moody's body.
Moody fails with an attempt to clinch.
Moody tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but DeSalvo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
DeSalvo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Moody wants to clinch up but DeSalvo keeps it at a distance.
Moody throws a sloppy head kick and DeSalvo moves out of range easily.
Moody wants to clinch.
Albert DeSalvo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Moody's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Moody tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Moody just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSalvo tries to land a leg kick but Moody saw it coming and moves away.
Moody swinging wildly here.
Hoss Moody is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSalvo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Moody is out of range and DeSalvo settles back down. #CL#
Moody clinches up with DeSalvo and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Moody tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeSalvo's elbow.
DeSalvo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Moody takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Moody tries to stall but DeSalvo uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
DeSalvo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Moody avoids a wild elbow strike from DeSalvo.
DeSalvo trying to land knees to the body.
DeSalvo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Moody escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Moody takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hoss Moody is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Moody tries to clinch but DeSalvo is having none of it.
DeSalvo misses with an uppercut. Moody saw that one coming.
Moody lands a right hook to the body.
#T4#
Moody fails in his attempt to clinch.
Moody lands a jab to the head.
Moody throws a head kick that misses.
DeSalvo with the counter takedown but Moody avoids it easily.
DeSalvo avoids a punch combination nicely.
DeSalvo looks to score with a jab to the body but Moody is just out of range.
Moody is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from DeSalvo.
Moody bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of DeSalvo's head.
Moody misses with a few strikes there.
Moody thuds his right hand into DeSalvo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Moody throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice double leg into guard.
DeSalvo won't allow Moody to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
DeSalvo with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeSalvo throwing strikes from guard but Moody blocks nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hoss Moody showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Moody, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hoss Moody!
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Event:
Just Bleed 19
Date: Jan 07, 2017 |
#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Solomin.
Vassily Solomin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Solomin misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a single leg into guard. Solomin didn't expect that.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeSalvo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Solomin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as DeSalvo controls the pace.
DeSalvo 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.
DeSalvo passes Solomin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Solomin tries to kick DeSalvo off but DeSalvo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
DeSalvo working Solomin over with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if DeSalvo is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Solomin tries to kick DeSalvo off but DeSalvo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Solomin can do anything to dispel that myth.
Solomin is looking to get back to is feet but DeSalvo passes into side control.
#T1##ES2#
Solomin bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD#
DeSalvo closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - DeSalvo lands in his opponent's guard.
DeSalvo is standing up over Solomin. Solomin looks to escape but DeSalvo dives into side control.
#REVB#
Solomin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with DeSalvo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
DeSalvo moves into full mount! #SUB#
DeSalvo working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Solomin turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips DeSalvo off and cradles Solomin's limp body as DeSalvo celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Albert DeSalvo!
After the big win, Albert DeSalvo made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Lion Fightwear and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
Just Bleed 13
Date: Dec 03, 2016 |
#R1#
The Crack Head scores with a spinning back kick!
DeSalvo avoids the head kick by The Crack Head.
DeSalvo tries to counter with a takedown but The Crack Head is quick to defend against it.#CL2#
The Crack Head clinches up against the cage.
DeSalvo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables The Crack Head to keep the fight standing.
The Crack Head with a knee to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The Crack Head throws a knee to the head but misses.
The Crack Head tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and DeSalvo avoids it.
The Crack Head lands a good knee to the midsection. DeSalvo won't want to take too many of those.
The Crack Head throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DeSalvo blocks it with crossed arms.
The Crack Head with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
DeSalvo takes a knee right on the jaw!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by The Crack Head as DeSalvo tries to tie him up.
DeSalvo tries a body shot but The Crack Head blocks it.
Knees in the clinch landing for The Crack Head.
A knee to the head by The Crack Head.
Nice elbow from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head missing with knees to the body.
#T1#
The Crack Head controlling the action here for a moment.
DeSalvo struggles to land a body shot inside as The Crack Head controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head with a knee to the head.
DeSalvo looking for a takedown.
DeSalvo avoiding damage as The Crack Head throws knees to the body.
The Crack Head lands a good knee to the midsection. DeSalvo won't want to take too many of those.
DeSalvo takes a knee right on the jaw!
The Crack Head landing knees to the head.
A head punch on the inside from DeSalvo fails to land.
DeSalvo just leaning against The Crack Head, taking a breather.
The Crack Head is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
DeSalvo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The Crack Head with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
The Crack Head misses with a knee strike.
The Crack Head throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DeSalvo blocks it with crossed arms.
The Crack Head misses with a knee strike.
#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSalvo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Knees in the clinch landing for The Crack Head.
The Crack Head landing knees to the head.
The Crack Head tries a knee to the head but DeSalvo blocks it.
The Crack Head landing knees to the body.
The Crack Head misses with a knee strike.
DeSalvo avoiding damage as The Crack Head throws knees to the body.
The Crack Head has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. DeSalvo seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if The Crack Head can turn it around.
The Crack Head using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
DeSalvo is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
The Crack Head throws a knee to the head but misses.
DeSalvo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
DeSalvo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with The Crack Head's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Crack Head.
DeSalvo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The Crack Head landing knees to the body.
The Crack Head with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
DeSalvo tries to pull guard but The Crack Head holds him up against the cage and eventually DeSalvo drops back down to his feet.
The Crack Head putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has DeSalvo in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T3#
The Crack Head landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
The Crack Head with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
The Crack Head is stalling here.
The Crack Head lands a nice knee to the body.
Knees to the body from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A short right from DeSalvo on the inside.
DeSalvo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeSalvo takes a knee right on the jaw!
DeSalvo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by The Crack Head after a bit of a struggle.
Come on DeSalvo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A knee to the head by The Crack Head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeSalvo is trying to break the clinch but The Crack Head is controlling him.
DeSalvo tries to work over The Crack Head's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
The Crack Head lands an elbow inside that DeSalvo shrugs off.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section.
DeSalvo swings wildly with an uppercut but The Crack Head uses good head movement to avoid it.
The Crack Head is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
DeSalvo is breathing heavily.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section. DeSalvo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The Crack Head with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section. DeSalvo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
The Crack Head lands a knee to the body.
The Crack Head lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
The Crack Head using the Thai plumb to throw knees but DeSalvo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The Crack Head using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The Crack Head blocks an uppercut.
A knee to the head by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The Crack Head crunches a lovely knee into DeSalvo's ribcage.
DeSalvo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyrone The Crack Head dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
The Crack Head lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The Crack Head throws a sloppy head kick and DeSalvo moves out of range easily.
Tyrone The Crack Head seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Crack Head defending well as DeSalvo loads up on a big left hand.
The Crack Head throws a head kick but DeSalvo moves out of range.
#CL2#
The Crack Head gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
DeSalvo takes a knee to the side of the body.
The Crack Head throws a knee to the head but misses.
The Crack Head is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo misses with a punch on the inside.
The Crack Head with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The Crack Head scores with a knee to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The Crack Head tries to land knees in the clinch but DeSalvo avoids the damage to the body.
The Crack Head lands a knee to the head.
#T1#
DeSalvo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The Crack Head controlling the action here for a moment.
The Crack Head tries to land knees in the clinch but DeSalvo avoids the damage to the body.
The Crack Head landing knees to the head.
The Crack Head putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has DeSalvo in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
DeSalvo has a couple of punches blocked by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head lands an elbow inside.
The Crack Head throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DeSalvo blocks it with crossed arms.
DeSalvo is trying to break free.
DeSalvo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
DeSalvo avoiding damage as The Crack Head throws knees to the body.
DeSalvo tries to stall but The Crack Head uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
DeSalvo wants to stall.
The Crack Head with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The Crack Head crunches a lovely knee into DeSalvo's ribcage.#T2#
The Crack Head with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
DeSalvo tries for a takedown. No joy.
The Crack Head is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
The Crack Head tries to land a knee to the head but DeSalvo blocks with his arms.
The Crack Head lands a knee to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Crack Head lands a nice knee to the body.
The Crack Head connects with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head looking to throw knees to the head but DeSalvo is blocking nicely.
DeSalvo misses with a punch to the body.
The Crack Head prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The Crack Head lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A head punch on the inside from DeSalvo fails to land.
The Crack Head takes a shot to the head.
The Crack Head landing knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for The Crack Head.
A nice glancing elbow lands by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head using the Thai plumb to throw knees but DeSalvo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#T3#
DeSalvo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DeSalvo fails to pull guard.
DeSalvo takes a knee right on the jaw!
The Crack Head tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
The Crack Head content to slow the pace in the clinch.
DeSalvo avoiding damage as The Crack Head throws knees to the body.
The Crack Head avoiding damage.
DeSalvo misses with the head strike.
DeSalvo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The Crack Head scores with a knee to the head.
DeSalvo looking to stall.
The Crack Head scores with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and DeSalvo avoids it.
Tyrone The Crack Head seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
DeSalvo swings wildly with an uppercut but The Crack Head uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from DeSalvo fails to land. #T4#
The Crack Head stalling in the clinch.
The Crack Head tries to throw a body punch but DeSalvo avoids it by throwing The Crack Head back against the cage.
DeSalvo avoiding damage as The Crack Head throws knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Crack Head.
DeSalvo tries a body shot but The Crack Head blocks it.
The Crack Head with an attempt at a knee that misses.
DeSalvo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeSalvo misses with a punch to the body.
DeSalvo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. The Crack Head just stands there and leans against the cage.
The Crack Head utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The Crack Head landing knees to the head.
The Crack Head has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The Crack Head working DeSalvo over with knees to the body.
The Crack Head blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A knee to the head by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DeSalvo blocks it with crossed arms.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyrone The Crack Head showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
The Crack Head throws a head kick that DeSalvo semi-blocks.
The Crack Head misses with a low kick.
DeSalvo throws a body punch but The Crack Head moves out of range. #CL2#
The Crack Head gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
DeSalvo working hard to break the clinch.
The Crack Head throws a knee to the head but misses.
The Crack Head scores with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head lands an elbow inside that DeSalvo shrugs off.
The Crack Head has DeSalvo pushed against the cage.
DeSalvo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo takes a knee to the side of the body.
The Crack Head lands a nice knee to the body.
The Crack Head landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. The Crack Head obliges.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeSalvo misses with a punch on the inside.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
The Crack Head lands a good knee to the midsection. DeSalvo won't want to take too many of those.
The Crack Head landing some nice looking knees to the body.
DeSalvo takes a knee to the side of the body.
The Crack Head using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section. DeSalvo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A knee to the head by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head connects with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head tries a knee to the head but DeSalvo blocks it.
The Crack Head connects with a nasty looking knee right to DeSalvo's face.
The Crack Head pressing his opponent against the cage.
DeSalvo struggles to land a body shot inside as The Crack Head controls his hands.
DeSalvo lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeSalvo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but The Crack Head is keeping busy.
DeSalvo has a couple of punches blocked by The Crack Head.
#T2#
DeSalvo slowing the pace effectively.
DeSalvo wants to break free but The Crack Head has control.
The Crack Head lands a nice knee to the body.
Knees to the body from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head is pushing DeSalvo up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The Crack Head lands a nice knee to the body.
The Crack Head utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section. DeSalvo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
The Crack Head lands a good knee to the midsection. DeSalvo won't want to take too many of those.
The Crack Head stalling in the clinch.
The Crack Head lands a good knee to the midsection. DeSalvo won't want to take too many of those.#T3#
DeSalvo takes a knee to the side of the body.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section. DeSalvo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
The Crack Head manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The Crack Head scores a nice knee to the body.
DeSalvo takes a knee right on the jaw!
DeSalvo working aggressively here.
The Crack Head unloads a knee to the mid-section.
DeSalvo throws a punch but it's blocked by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head connects with a nasty looking knee right to DeSalvo's face.
The Crack Head misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from DeSalvo.
The Crack Head misses with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
DeSalvo stalling in the clinch but The Crack Head improves position.
DeSalvo working aggressively here.
The Crack Head taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#T4#
The referee is keeping an eye on DeSalvo - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The Crack Head with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The Crack Head throws a knee to the head but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSalvo just leaning against The Crack Head, taking a breather.
DeSalvo letting The Crack Head take a breather here.
Tyrone The Crack Head is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The Crack Head blocks an uppercut.
The Crack Head landing knees to the head.
The Crack Head scores with a knee to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeSalvo.
The Crack Head landing knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeSalvo.
The Crack Head with a knee to the head.
Albert DeSalvo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by DeSalvo as The Crack Head tries to tie him up.
The Crack Head blocks a body shot from DeSalvo.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tyrone The Crack Head comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well The Crack Head 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 26:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tyrone The Crack Head!
Tyrone The Crack Head looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'F the UFC!!'.
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Event:
Just Bleed Midweek 2
Date: Nov 09, 2016 |
#R1#
DeSalvo misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
DeSalvo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
DeSalvo wants to control but Hashimoto is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
DeSalvo actively working from the bottom here.
Hashimoto prevents DeSalvo from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hashimoto is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hashimoto is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T1##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
DeSalvo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
DeSalvo drives through with a takedown into Hashimoto's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB#
DeSalvo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hashimoto looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hashimoto looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hashimoto! #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeSalvo wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
DeSalvo is trying to get back to half guard.
Hashimoto wants to stand but DeSalvo has his arm trapped. #T2#
DeSalvo is trying to work for a sweep but Hashimoto has mounted him!
DeSalvo wants to control but Hashimoto is having none of it.
Hashimoto sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
DeSalvo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
DeSalvo tries to lock up and control but Hashimoto gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
DeSalvo is looking to get to half guard.
DeSalvo tries to hold on but Hashimoto pushes him away. #T3#
Hashimoto sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
DeSalvo is wriggling around trying to escape.
DeSalvo tries to hold on but Hashimoto pushes him away.
DeSalvo is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hashimoto is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hashimoto tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
DeSalvo swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
DeSalvo is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
DeSalvo wants to hold on but Hashimoto pushes him away.
Hashimoto is looking to stand but DeSalvo has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Hashimoto content just to control the position here.
DeSalvo is trying desperately to improve position.
DeSalvo flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hashimoto avoids the attempt from DeSalvo to control.
DeSalvo regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeshi Hashimoto dominated that round.
That's time! DeSalvo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
DeSalvo lands with a good body shot.#TD#
DeSalvo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
DeSalvo is looking to pass Hashimoto's guard but actually Hashimoto recovers to full guard.
Hashimoto has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
DeSalvo content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hashimoto manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T1##SUB#
DeSalvo has an active guard here but Hashimoto has managed to pass into half guard.
DeSalvo strikes from the bottom but Hashimoto passes into mount!
Hashimoto avoids the attempt from DeSalvo to control.
DeSalvo is looking to get to half guard.
Hashimoto controlling from the full mount.
Hashimoto is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent. #T2#
DeSalvo tries to lock up and control but Hashimoto gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
DeSalvo is working to get back to half guard.
DeSalvo is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Hashimoto takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hashimoto blocks DeSalvo's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Takeshi Hashimoto has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU2#
Hashimoto stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet. #T3#
DeSalvo misses with a takedown attempt - Hashimoto sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hashimoto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hashimoto shoots in and drives through. DeSalvo sprawls well.
DeSalvo tries to counter with a takedown but Hashimoto is quick to defend against it.
Hashimoto defends well against a solid takedown attempt from DeSalvo.
Hashimoto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
DeSalvo shoots in for a double leg but Hashimoto sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hashimoto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeSalvo misses with a takedown attempt - Hashimoto sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And Hashimoto tries to counter it with a takedown but DeSalvo pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Hashimoto stuffs the takedown attempt from DeSalvo. DeSalvo gets slowly back to his feet.
Hashimoto feints the counter takedown.
DeSalvo fails to land the takedown.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DeSalvo dives in and grabs Hashimoto's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hashimoto pushes down on DeSalvo's head and hops out.
Hashimoto feints the counter takedown.
Hashimoto has a takedown stuffed.
DeSalvo feinted with a counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeshi Hashimoto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
DeSalvo doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Hashimoto.
DeSalvo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hashimoto tries to stand but DeSalvo is controlling from the bottom. #SU2#
Hashimoto decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hashimoto shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts DeSalvo as he jumps to the side. #T1#
DeSalvo throws a body punch but Hashimoto moves out of range.
And Hashimoto tries to counter it with a takedown but DeSalvo pushes his down on his head and steps out.
DeSalvo scores with a shot to the body.
A low kick from DeSalvo misses #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
DeSalvo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hashimoto can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hashimoto would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
DeSalvo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hashimoto passes into side control.
#T2#
DeSalvo tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Hashimoto easily slips into full mount!
DeSalvo is in all sorts of trouble here.
DeSalvo slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hashimoto tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
DeSalvo is looking to improve his position.
Hashimoto tries to stand but his hand is stuck under DeSalvo. #T3#
DeSalvo trying to control from the bottom.
Hashimoto seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
DeSalvo wants to improve his position but Hashimoto is controlling well.
#SU2#
Hashimoto decides to stand up.
DeSalvo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hashimoto sprawls well. Hashimoto wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. DeSalvo gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
DeSalvo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hashimoto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeSalvo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hashimoto avoids it really well and circles away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
DeSalvo tries to sprawl but Hashimoto drives through with a takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeshi Hashimoto really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
DeSalvo has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a single leg into guard. DeSalvo didn't expect that.
Hashimoto wants to stand but DeSalvo has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a triangle here but Hashimoto uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
DeSalvo is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hashimoto gets to mount! DeSalvo was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #T1#
DeSalvo tries to reverse the position but Hashimoto maintains control.
Hashimoto is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
DeSalvo is trying desperately to improve position.
Hashimoto controlling from the full mount.
DeSalvo tries to hold on but Hashimoto pushes him away.
Hashimoto controlling the pace for now. #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.#SU2#
Hashimoto gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Hashimoto fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
DeSalvo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
DeSalvo shoots for a takedown but Hashimoto saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hashimoto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Hashimoto throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. DeSalvo was covering up waiting for the punch and Hashimoto finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Hashimoto must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hashimoto has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of DeSalvo is proving hard to escape from. #T3#
DeSalvo throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hashimoto defends well.
Hashimoto passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
DeSalvo tries to get to full guard but Hashimoto has control of the leg. #SUB#
DeSalvo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hashimoto pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hashimoto prevents DeSalvo from improving his position.
Hashimoto wants to stand up but DeSalvo is controlling the position.
#SUB#
DeSalvo looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DeSalvo tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #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.
Takeshi Hashimoto dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Hashimoto has a takedown stuffed.
DeSalvo fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And Hashimoto tries to counter it with a takedown but DeSalvo pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Hashimoto shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says DeSalvo as he avoids it easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
DeSalvo shoots in for a takedown but Hashimoto shows good takedown defense.
Hashimoto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert DeSalvo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeSalvo fails to land the takedown.
Hashimoto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A jab from DeSalvo misses.
DeSalvo dives in and grabs Hashimoto's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hashimoto pushes down on DeSalvo's head and hops out.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
DeSalvo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hashimoto defends well and DeSalvo ends up having to push Hashimoto into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hashimoto with the counter takedown but DeSalvo avoids it easily.
Hashimoto fails with a takedown attempt.
Hashimoto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hashimoto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeSalvo shoots for a double leg takedown but Hashimoto sprawls well. He's pushed DeSalvo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And Hashimoto tries to counter it with a takedown but DeSalvo pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
DeSalvo fails with the takedown#TD2#
and Hashimoto decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in DeSalvo's guard.
DeSalvo throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#SUB#
DeSalvo working for a triangle but Hashimoto defends it easily.
DeSalvo has a closed guard, preventing Hashimoto from standing up.
DeSalvo is trying to keep Hashimoto in close.
#T4#
Hashimoto preventing the sweep. #SUB#
DeSalvo isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hashimoto stacks DeSalvo 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 Hashimoto!
DeSalvo wants to control but Hashimoto postures up.
Hashimoto tries to stand but DeSalvo is controlling his head. #SU2#
Hashimoto stands up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DeSalvo misses with a takedown attempt - Hashimoto sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Takeshi Hashimoto comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hashimoto 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:50
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeshi Hashimoto!
Takeshi Hashimoto is the new featherweight champion!
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Event:
Just Bleed 7
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Solomin lands a head shot.
Solomin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Solomin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Solomin's corner calls for a 1-2. Solomin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice shot lands for Solomin.
Solomin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Solomin has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes DeSalvo off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice takedown defense from Solomin. No joy for DeSalvo on that attempt.
Solomin scores with a jab to the body.#KD2#
Solomin drops DeSalvo with a beautiful combination! DeSalvo stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Solomin is looking for the KO!#CUT2#
It looks like Albert DeSalvo has been cut.
Solomin lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC2#
DeSalvo is rocked!
DeSalvo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vassily Solomin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Solomin, as that shot connected.
Oh DeSalvo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
DeSalvo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
DeSalvo seems to have got his legs back now.
DeSalvo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Solomin is fending him off so far but DeSalvo persists. Nope, Solomin circles away and we're back to standing.
Solomin has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as DeSalvo is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Solomin lands a jab to DeSalvo's midsection.#T1#
A left and a right from Solomin both land. Nice combination.
Solomin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but DeSalvo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
DeSalvo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The crowd cheers as Solomin lands an impressive looking overhand right. DeSalvo doesn't seem phased though.#TD#
DeSalvo drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Solomin is being controlled here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
DeSalvo has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Solomin is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. DeSalvo yanks on the arm and Solomin is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by DeSalvo.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert DeSalvo!
Albert DeSalvo is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Albert DeSalvo, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Just Bleed 3
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1#
DeSalvo misses with a low kick.
Barnes attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
DeSalvo tries to counter with a takedown but Barnes is quick to defend against it.
DeSalvo shoots and misses
and Barnes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Barnes throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and DeSalvo counters with a single leg into guard. Barnes didn't expect that.
Barnes is wriggling around but DeSalvo manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
Barnes pushes DeSalvo off looking to stand but DeSalvo dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
DeSalvo is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Barnes is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert DeSalvo!
Our winner, Albert DeSalvo, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Just Bleed 1
Date: Sep 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Blaze swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Blaze paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Santana Blaze seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Blaze as DeSalvo shoots in.
Some wild striking there from Blaze.
DeSalvo with the counter takedown but Blaze avoids it easily.
Blaze with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blaze pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Blaze swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
DeSalvo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A jab lands there for Blaze.
Blaze is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Jab, jab by Blaze - just one landing. #T1#
Blaze throws a looping overhand right but DeSalvo ducks down to avoid it.
DeSalvo moves away from the strike by Blaze.
Blaze stuffs the takedown.
Blaze fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Blaze throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
DeSalvo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Blaze.
And DeSalvo tries to counter it with a takedown but Blaze pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Blaze connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Blaze smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2##TD2#
DeSalvo feints and as Blaze raises his hands in defense, DeSalvo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSalvo prevents Blaze from getting back to his feet.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Blaze keeping moving, preventing DeSalvo from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
DeSalvo drops back looking for a leg! Blaze is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Blaze manages to kick DeSalvo off! DeSalvo jumps back into Blaze's guard.
Blaze wants to stand and escape but DeSalvo is having none of it.
DeSalvo pushing down on Blaze's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
DeSalvo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
DeSalvo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is working for a kimura but Blaze is defending it quite comfortably.
Blaze knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for DeSalvo on the ground.#T3#
DeSalvo trying to pass the guard but Blaze defending well.
DeSalvo stops Blaze from getting back to his feet.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura but Blaze is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for DeSalvo to get the leverage.
Blaze is looking to escape.#T4##SUB2#
DeSalvo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Blaze looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Blaze is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Blaze has managed to free his arm - good work.
DeSalvo prevents Blaze from standing back up.
Blaze wants to improve his position but DeSalvo is controlling well.
Blaze is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
DeSalvo is trying for a kimura here. Blaze looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! DeSalvo wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert DeSalvo!
In defeat, Santana Blaze stepped up to the mic, saying ' '.
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Event:
Stomp-a-thon 67
Date: Jul 09, 2016 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from DeSalvo misses the target.
Machin fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
DeSalvo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Machin's guard.
DeSalvo is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
DeSalvo trying to control the position from guard on top but Machin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Machin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSalvo advances to half guard. #T1#
DeSalvo controlling the pace. #SUB#
DeSalvo is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
DeSalvo has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Machin defend it? DeSalvo steps over the head and cranks it - Machin is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for DeSalvo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert DeSalvo!
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