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Event:
CWC 327 - Nickal vs Saric
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 19 losses; Bazar Al Jhit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 16 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Tarja Halkonen, Anni Minnemäki and Ben Zyskovitsi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Al Jhit shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Gatsby napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Al Jhit (4) vs (0) Gatsby
Gatsby stops Al Jhit from passing to mount.
Gatsby can't do much from the bottom here.
Al Jhit wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
Al Jhit working away.#SUB#
Al Jhit working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Gatsby manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (4) vs (2) Gatsby
Al Jhit 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Jhit is pressing down on Gatsby's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Al Jhit keeps moving.
Al Jhit is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (6) vs (2) Gatsby
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Al Jhit looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Al Jhit is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Al Jhit with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Gatsby is looking to improve his position.
Al Jhit wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is defending well. #SUB#
Al Jhit is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Al Jhit.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Al Jhit uses his free foot to push down on Gatsby's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gatsby. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (9) vs (2) Gatsby#T2#
Gatsby is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Al Jhit wants to control the pace but Gatsby is squirming around nicely.
Al Jhit avoids the attempt from Gatsby to control.
Gatsby has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Al Jhit pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Al Jhit looking to control but Gatsby is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Al Jhit takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Al Jhit fails to advance to Gatsby's back.
Gatsby is looking to get to half guard.
Al Jhit trying to control but Gatsby is having none of it.
Gatsby is controlling an arm, preventing Al Jhit from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Al Jhit controlling the position easily from mount.
Gatsby sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Al Jhit is trying to work for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well.
#T4#
Al Jhit seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Al Jhit wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is defending well.
Al Jhit passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (12) vs (2) Gatsby
Al Jhit tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Gatsby is looking to get to half guard.
Al Jhit controlling from mount. #T5#
Al Jhit seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Gatsby is holding on tight.
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Al Jhit wants to control the pace but Gatsby is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Al Jhit goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Gatsby turns into him and now he's in Al Jhit's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (12) vs (4) Gatsby
Al Jhit is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gatsby trying to control but Al Jhit is working from the bottom. #T6#
Al Jhit is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Al Jhit keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass. #SUB#
Al Jhit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby passes Al Jhit's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Al Jhit gets full guard.#T7#
Gatsby wants to pass the guard but Al Jhit is keeping the position.
Al Jhit pulls Gatsby in close to prevent any damage.
Gatsby preventing the sweep.
Al Jhit lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (14) vs (4) Gatsby
Al Jhit forces his way into half guard.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Al Jhit sits in half guard.
Gatsby trying to control here.
Al Jhit passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (17) vs (4) Gatsby#T8#
Al Jhit is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Al Jhit tries for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well.
Gatsby prevents Al Jhit from improving position. #SUB#
Al Jhit looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gatsby is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Al Jhit wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gatsby, who protects the arm well. #T9#
Al Jhit tries to advance to mount but can't.
Al Jhit wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
Gatsby is trying to get back to half guard.
Gatsby prevents Al Jhit from improving position. #SUB#
Al Jhit tries for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well. #SUB#
Al Jhit looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T10#
Gatsby tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Al Jhit wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Al Jhit tries to move to mount but Gatsby blocks the move with his legs.
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gatsby can't do much from the bottom here.
Al Jhit advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Al Jhit (19) vs (4) Gatsby
Al Jhit fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Al Jhit has control of Gatsby's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Gatsby regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T11#
Gatsby keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Al Jhit tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Gatsby tries to hold on but Al Jhit pushes him away.
Gatsby bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (19) vs (6) Gatsby
Al Jhit can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gatsby controls the pace.
Al Jhit lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (21) vs (6) Gatsby#T12#
Al Jhit pushing down on Gatsby's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Al Jhit looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Al Jhit wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working.
Al Jhit frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (24) vs (6) Gatsby
Gatsby slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T13#
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Al Jhit wants to pass to mount but Gatsby is defending the position.
Al Jhit is trying to control. Gatsby wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Al Jhit seems to be working for a kimura but Gatsby defends the submission attempt.
Al Jhit wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Al Jhit wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy. #T14#
Gatsby trying to control but Al Jhit postures up.
Gatsby controlling the position for now.
Al Jhit trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Al Jhit trying to pass the guard but Gatsby defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Jhit is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
Al Jhit prevents Gatsby from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Al Jhit takes the fight on points by 24 to 6.
Bazar Al Jhit 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:
CWC 310 - Prelims
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 12 losses; Ramon Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 15 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Emerson Jorge and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Gracie clinches up against the cage.
Gatsby goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gracie prevents it.
Gatsby is working for takedown but Gracie is calmly controlling the position for now.
Gatsby tries for a takedown. No joy.
Ramon Gracie has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Gracie wants a takedown.
Gracie goes for a takedown attempt but Gatsby pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Gracie closes the distance but Gatsby moves to the side #TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (0) vs (2) Gatsby
Gracie has his hands clasped together around Gatsby's back. He's all about the action.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
Gracie 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Gatsby seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1##SUB2#
Gatsby seems to be looking for submissions.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Gatsby trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Gracie is staying active underneath Gatsby, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Gatsby is controlling well.
Gatsby not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.
Still in half guard, Gatsby seems content to control.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Gracie trying to control but Gatsby postures up.
#SUB2#
Gatsby wants to work for an arm triangle but Gracie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gracie wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Gracie is working hard here to advance position.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gatsby is trying to control. Gracie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Gatsby is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Gatsby eventually gives up the hold.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gatsby in particular looking to stall.#T5##SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura here.
Gracie controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Gracie is looking to control Gatsby's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
#T6#
The fighters are battling for position here. Gracie manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Gatsby is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gracie trying to control the position.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving. #T7#
Gatsby sitting in guard here, content to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gracie is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (2) Gatsby
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (4) Gatsby
Gatsby wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy.
Gatsby trying to control from half guard but Gracie is working away. #T8#
Gatsby takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
Gracie is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
Gracie tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.
Gracie controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a submission of some sort.
#T9##SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
Gracie gets back to full guard.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet. #T10#
Gatsby trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Gracie bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (4) vs (4) Gatsby
Gatsby looking for a sweep. Not yet Gatsby, not yet.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Gatsby wants to sweep but no luck.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie is really struggling to control Gatsby but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T11##SUB2#
Gatsby is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
Gatsby is trying to keep Gracie in close.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Gracie is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #T12#
Gatsby wants to improve his position but instead Gracie has moved into half guard.
Gatsby moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gatsby swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gracie is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T13##SUB2#
Gatsby is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby controlling Gracie's posture.
Gatsby keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #SUB#
Gracie is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T14##SUB2#
Gatsby is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gracie is aware though and is defending well.
Gracie slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gracie trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Gracie advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (7) vs (4) Gatsby
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
A victorious Ramon Gracie thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 308 - Prelims
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 15 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 21 losses; Pavel Savkov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Gatsby dives in and scores a takedown into Savkov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Savkov
Savkov looking to control.
Savkov keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Savkov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (2) Savkov
Gatsby looking for a sweep. Not yet Gatsby, not yet.
Gatsby not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Savkov controlling from the top position.
Gatsby wants to control the position but Savkov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Savkov tries to pass to full mount but Gatsby defends it. #T1#
Savkov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gatsby is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gatsby manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Savkov showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a triangle here but Savkov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (5) Savkov
Savkov trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hyperbolic Time Chamber, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T2##SUB2#
Savkov tries for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Savkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Gatsby tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (2) vs (7) Savkov
Savkov trying to control but Gatsby is having none of it. #T3#
Gatsby wants to control but Savkov is having none of it.#SUB2#
Savkov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gatsby to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gatsby shrugs it off.
Gatsby slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Savkov is trying to control. Gatsby wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Savkov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Savkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working. #SUB2#
Savkov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Savkov. #T4#
Gatsby moves into full guard.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Savkov is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Gatsby is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Savkov frees his head nicely. Oh but Gatsby has switched to an armbar! Savkov is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 307 - Prelims
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Bubba Rolls! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 15 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Seu Braga and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Rolls gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Rolls gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rolls (2) vs (0) Gatsby#SUB2#
Gatsby is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking to cinch up a triangle. Rolls throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Gatsby's body to avoid the submission. Gatsby has instead reached around Rolls's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Gatsby arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joe Gatsby!
During a confident post fight interview, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 304 - Prelims
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 14 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Helio Gracias!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Mauricio Rocha and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gatsby dives in for a single leg takedown but Gracias sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Gatsby wants the takedown. Gracias is fighting it off but Gatsby persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Gracias's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Gracias
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.
Gracias looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracias, not yet.
Gracias is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracias is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracias keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracias controlling the position.
Gatsby trying to control but Gracias is working from the bottom.
Gatsby is really struggling to control Gracias but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracias is retaining full guard.
Gatsby looking to sit in guard and control but Gracias gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (2) Gracias
Gatsby can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gracias controls the pace.
Gatsby is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gatsby is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Hyperbolic Time Chamber that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Gracias controlling from the top position.
Gatsby working a defensive guard but Gracias manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (5) Gracias#T2#
Gracias is staying tight to Gatsby's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gatsby tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracias wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The referee asks Gracias politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Gracias prefers to stall for the moment though.#T3#
You can see the frustration on Gatsby's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Gracias's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Gracias! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Gatsby has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Helio Gracias!
Our winner, Helio Gracias, 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Gatsby changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hunt tries to avoid it but Gatsby manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hunt to the ground. Hunt escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Gatsby shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Gatsby wants to control but Hunt is keeping him busy.
Gatsby slows the pace down in half guard.
Hunt is refusing to be controlled, as Gatsby sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunt wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Gatsby looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T1#
Hunt is refusing to be controlled, as Gatsby sits in half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Hunt wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gatsby is trying to control. Hunt wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Paul Hunt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hunt is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gatsby sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gatsby throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hunt's waist but Hunt gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Gatsby off to one side. #TD2#
Hunt is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Gatsby's half guard.
Hunt is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hunt controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.
Gatsby is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Reach Around, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T3#
Gatsby tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hunt has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Hunt is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Gatsby really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.
Gatsby is just holding on here. Hunt manages to take his back.
Gatsby rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hunt controlling the action here.
It looks like Hunt is going to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Hunt dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hunt throws a body shot but no joy.
Gatsby fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hunt.
Hunt has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gatsby is looking to regain half guard here but Hunt keeps moving and retains side control.
Gatsby is trying to work for a sweep but Hunt has mounted him!
Gatsby looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Gatsby tries to escape but Hunt has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hunt's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T1#
Hunt not allowing Gatsby to control his hands.
Paul Hunt has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gatsby is really stuck here.
Hunt tries to get the hooks in deep but Gatsby pushed the leg off.
Gatsby just trying to survive but Hunt is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gatsby tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gatsby is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hunt manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gatsby to take his back!
Hunt really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gatsby.
Gatsby rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Gatsby is trying to maintain the position but Hunt is very close to passing his half guard.
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard but Hunt has passed into side control.
Gatsby is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Gatsby's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gatsby tries to control but Hunt manages to take his back.
Gatsby is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hunt.
Gatsby wants to escape the position.
Gatsby just trying to survive but Hunt is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gatsby is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hunt.
I really don't envy Gatsby right now.
#T4#
Hunt keeps control of the position easily here as Gatsby tries to buck him off.
Gatsby tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gatsby is trying to escape the mount.
Hunt looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby wants to hold on but Hunt pushes him away.
Hunt looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Hunt 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#
Hunt throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gatsby's waist but Gatsby gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hunt off to one side.
Gatsby half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Gatsby avoids a punch combination nicely.
Gatsby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hunt sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Hunt is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Hunt is defending against the submission attempts here by Gatsby.
Gatsby trying to control from half guard but Hunt is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hunt.#T1##SUB#
Gatsby postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Hunt is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gatsby, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Gatsby has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hunt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
Gatsby looking for a sweep. Not yet Gatsby, not yet. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gatsby has control of Hunt's left arm, preventing Hunt from doing any damage. #SUB#
Gatsby is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hunt is aware though and is defending well.
Gatsby wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hunt is now in half guard.
Hunt slows the pace down in half guard.
Gatsby gets back to full guard.
Gatsby lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Hunt is looking to stand up but Gatsby isn't so interested in that idea.
Gatsby trying to control but Hunt is working from the bottom.
Gatsby trying to move into half guard but instead Hunt has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Gatsby is looking to sweep but instead, Hunt has passed into half guard.
#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hunt passes to full mount! #T4#
Gatsby is looking to improve his position but Hunt isn't that keen on the idea.
Gatsby tries to hold on but Hunt pushes him away. #SU2#
Hunt stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Hunt drives through with a takedown into guard. #SU2#
Hunt gets to his feet - Gatsby follows without any prompting.
And that's the end of the fight!
Paul Hunt comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hunt 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 Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul Hunt!
During a confident post fight interview, Paul Hunt thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CFC 474: Inarritu vs Dupree
Date: Apr 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Handicks.
And Gatsby tries to counter it with a takedown but Handicks pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Handicks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Gatsby has time to react.
Handicks throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a takedown into side control.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Handicks is working away.
Handicks is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Handicks is letting Gatsby control him for a moment.
Handicks sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby controlling the action here.
Handicks wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Handicks has managed to free his arm - good work.
Handicks tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.
Handicks is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
Handicks is looking to escape.
Gatsby is trying to control the action in half guard but Handicks is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gatsby keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a submission of some sort.
#ES#
Handicks kicks Gatsby off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
Handicks fails to land with a series of punches.
Gatsby drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Handicks defends it well.
Gatsby displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handicks throws out the jab.
Gatsby slips under a jab.
And Gatsby tries to counter it with a takedown but Handicks pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Gatsby on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Handicks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gatsby manages to avoid it.
Handicks scores with a punch to the head.
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches up with Handicks, looking for a takedown. Gatsby pushes Handicks against the cage but Handicks circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Handicks misses with the combination.
Gatsby tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Handicks. Gatsby does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Handicks throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gatsby.
Handicks manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Handicks wants to get back to striking at distance but Gatsby won't allow it.
Handicks is trying to break free.
Handicks wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage.
Gatsby doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Handicks blocks a body shot from Gatsby. #BC2#
Gatsby breaks from the clinch.
A jab from Handicks misses.
Handicks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Handicks.
Gatsby takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T4#
Gatsby shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Handicks defends it nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handicks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gatsby moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gatsby defending well as Handicks loads up on a big left hand.
Gatsby feints the counter takedown.
Johny Handicks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Handicks throws a nice looking combination but Gatsby bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Handicks misses with a wild body shot.
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Handicks.
Gatsby takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Gatsby keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Handicks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johny Handicks dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Gatsby has a takedown stuffed.
Handicks throwing a counter right hand but Gatsby manages to avoid it.
Handicks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And Gatsby tries to counter it with a takedown but Handicks pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Gatsby darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a kimura but Handicks is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Handicks wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handicks is trying is best to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Handicks is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Still in half guard, Gatsby seems content to control.
Handicks is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Handicks makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Handicks.
Gatsby is pushing down on Handicks's leg trying to pass to half guard. Handicks is fighting to maintain full guard but Gatsby has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Handicks gets full guard.
Handicks working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Handicks controlling the position.
Handicks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Handicks wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Handicks is keeping the position for now.
Gatsby is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Handicks looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
A combination from Handicks does no damage.
Handicks misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gatsby takes one on the button.
Handicks throws a jab but it's blocked by Gatsby.
Gatsby moves out of range of the strikes.
Gatsby fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Handicks misses with a looping left.
Handicks connects with the punch.
Gatsby moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Handicks stalks Gatsby and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Gatsby's face. Gatsby staggers backwards, shaken.
Handicks sizes up Gatsby with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handicks looks to land a left hand but Gatsby moved out of range nicely.
Gatsby shoots in but no luck this time.
Johny Handicks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Handicks catches Gatsby with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gatsby shoots in looking for a takedown but Handicks manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gatsby's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gatsby slips under a jab.
Handicks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Handicks shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gatsby eats them both and turns towards Handicks to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Handicks throws a looping overhand right but Gatsby ducks down to avoid it.
Handicks throws the left hand but Gatsby avoids the punch easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johny Handicks dominated that second round.
That's time! Handicks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Handicks throws a jab but it's blocked by Gatsby.
Gatsby changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Johny Handicks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gatsby takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD2#
Gatsby looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Handicks makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Gatsby slips under a jab from Handicks.
Gatsby staying out of range there.
No joy there for Handicks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Handicks defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gatsby.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handicks misses with a body shot.
Gatsby with the counter takedown but Handicks avoids it easily.
Handicks stuffs the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Handicks misses the target.#T1#
Handicks scores with a jab. Gatsby acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gatsby is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Handicks misses with a looping right.
Handicks missing with a left hand there. Gatsby was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gatsby avoids the body shot from Handicks.
#TD2#
Gatsby drives through with a takedown into Handicks's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Johny Handicks overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Handicks 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.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Handicks is keeping the position for now.
Handicks is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
Johny Handicks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Handicks trying to control the position here.
Gatsby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Handicks prevents Gatsby from improving position. #SUB2#
Gatsby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Handicks tries to bench press Gatsby off him but Gatsby keeps the position.
Gatsby working away.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Handicks is trying to get back to half guard.
Gatsby tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to get an arm triangle but Handicks is defending well.
Gatsby fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Handicks tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Handicks is trying to buck Gatsby off.
Handicks is trying to control Gatsby's posture but Gatsby avoids it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Gatsby tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gatsby has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Gatsby controlling the position. #SUB2#
Gatsby thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Handicks tries to bench press Gatsby off him but Gatsby keeps the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Handicks is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Johny Handicks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Handicks, 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johny Handicks!
A less than humble Johny Handicks misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
CFC 462: Beach vs Mirage
Date: Feb 25, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Ferreira-Alves darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby trying to control here.
We've been hearing that Ferreira-Alves has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Gatsby is not content to let Ferreira-Alves control the position.
Nice strikes from Ferreira-Alves there.
Ground and pound from Ferreira-Alves.
Gatsby trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
The referee warns Gatsby that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Ferreira-Alves postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Gatsby looks a forlorn figure.
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!
Ferreira-Alves with the ground and pound from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ferreira-Alves landing strikes from the mount.
Gatsby taking shots to the head. #T1#
Ferreira-Alves with good strikes from the mount here!
Ferreira-Alves with shots to the head and body - Gatsby looks very uncomfortable down there.
Gatsby controls the position.
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Ferreira-Alves's attempts to control the action.
Gatsby wants to hold on but Ferreira-Alves pushes him away.
Gatsby manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Ferreira-Alves sits in half guard.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ferreira-Alves looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gatsby with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Ferreira-Alves is controlling well.
Ferreira-Alves is nestled in close to Gatsby, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T2#
Ferreira-Alves is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Ferreira-Alves looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Ferreira-Alves working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Gatsby makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatsby.
Gatsby is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3##SUB2#
Gatsby working for a triangle but Ferreira-Alves defends it easily.
Ferreira-Alves connects with a couple of short punches.
Ferreira-Alves lands a couple of elbows.
Ferreira-Alves won't allow Gatsby to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ferreira-Alves working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ferreira-Alves's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Ferreira-Alves from controlling successfully.
Gatsby 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.
Ferreira-Alves scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
Ferreira-Alves wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Ferreira-Alves lands a couple of digs.
Ferreira-Alves passes Gatsby's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ferreira-Alves working the head and body with strikes.
Ferreira-Alves looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Ferreira-Alves.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.
Gatsby trying to hold on to Ferreira-Alves's head to control him but Ferreira-Alves postures up.
Ferreira-Alves slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ferreira-Alves is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Felipe Ferreira-Alves dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ferreira-Alves leaves Gatsby with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ferreira-Alves drops down looking for a counter takedown but Gatsby sprawls and moves away.
Ferreira-Alves swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Ferreira-Alves 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.#SUB#
Ferreira-Alves working for a triangle but Gatsby defends it easily.
#SUB#
Ferreira-Alves escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gatsby gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Ferreira-Alves working for a triangle but Gatsby defends it easily.
Ferreira-Alves keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Ferreira-Alves bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gatsby's guard. #REVR##T1#
Ferreira-Alves working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gatsby's head.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ferreira-Alves lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Felipe Ferreira-Alves overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ferreira-Alves lands a couple of elbows.
Ferreira-Alves wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Ferreira-Alves lands a couple of digs.
Ferreira-Alves passes Gatsby's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ferreira-Alves is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
Gatsby makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatsby.
Ferreira-Alves scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Ferreira-Alves trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Gatsby has his foot on Ferreira-Alves's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ferreira-Alves works his way back into a safe position though.
Ferreira-Alves working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ferreira-Alves is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ferreira-Alves stands up over Gatsby, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Gatsby is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ferreira-Alves working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gatsby's head.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Ferreira-Alves postures up and lands a big shot to Gatsby's brow. #T3##SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ferreira-Alves defends well.
Ferreira-Alves lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ferreira-Alves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gatsby can do to turn this around?
Ferreira-Alves landing some decent shots from guard.
Ferreira-Alves working some strikes from top position.
Ferreira-Alves postures up and lands a big shot to Gatsby's brow.
Ferreira-Alves working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ferreira-Alves is in close to Gatsby's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ferreira-Alves stands up over Gatsby, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ferreira-Alves landing with the ground and pound.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Ferreira-Alves pushes down on Gatsby's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Ferreira-Alves seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Still in half guard, Ferreira-Alves seems content to control.
Ferreira-Alves is keen to just control but Gatsby is a slippery customer.
Gatsby trying to control from the bottom.
Ferreira-Alves is trying to control. Gatsby wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ferreira-Alves lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control from half guard but Gatsby is working away.
Ferreira-Alves prevents Gatsby from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ferreira-Alves slips a nice elbow through Gatsby's hands, connecting with Gatsby's forehead.
Gatsby won't allow Ferreira-Alves to pass to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Felipe Ferreira-Alves dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Ferreira-Alves scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gatsby doesn't seem bothered though.
A leg kick checked by Gatsby.
And Gatsby tries to counter it with a takedown but Ferreira-Alves pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Ferreira-Alves closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Ferreira-Alves looks up at the clock and then as Gatsby takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ferreira-Alves smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Check out the look on Ferreira-Alves's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Gatsby taking punishment in the form of punches.
Gatsby taking punishment in the form of punches.
#SUB#
Ferreira-Alves tries for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well.
Gatsby is looking to regain half guard here but Ferreira-Alves keeps moving and retains side control.
Ferreira-Alves is chipping away with strikes.
#T1#
Gatsby is looking for a sweep.
Gatsby is not content to let Ferreira-Alves control the position.
Ferreira-Alves working the head with strikes.
Gatsby gets back to half guard.
Ferreira-Alves lands with a punch from half guard.
Ferreira-Alves drops an elbow to the side of Gatsby's head.
Ferreira-Alves wants to take a breather but Gatsby is having none of it. #SUB#
Ferreira-Alves is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gatsby is just riding it out for now. Ferreira-Alves eventually gives up the hold.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom. #T2#
Ferreira-Alves takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ferreira-Alves is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ferreira-Alves lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ferreira-Alves is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Ferreira-Alves is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gatsby has hold of Ferreira-Alves's hands but Ferreira-Alves slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Gatsby is trying to get back to full guard.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Gatsby won't allow Ferreira-Alves to pass to mount.
Gatsby is positioning himself well to prevent Ferreira-Alves advancing to mount.
Ferreira-Alves scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Ferreira-Alves wants to pass to mount but Gatsby is defending the position. #SUB#
Ferreira-Alves maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Gatsby could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Ferreira-Alves has cracked it and Gatsby is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Ferreira-Alves!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Felipe Ferreira-Alves!
Felipe Ferreira-Alves 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:
CFC 458: Inarritu v Raper
Date: Feb 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Johnson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gatsby on the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Gatsby uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Gatsby slips under a jab from Johnson.
Gatsby attempts a counter takedown but Johnson avoids it well and moves away.
Johnson swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Gatsby counters with a takedown into side control.
Johnson throws Gatsby to one side and escapes!
A looping hook to the body misses from Johnson. Gatsby does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gatsby half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johnson jabs Gatsby to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Johnson misses with a right hand #TD#
and Gatsby counters with a single leg into guard. Johnson didn't expect that.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Johnson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson working a defensive guard here.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Johnson is keeping the position for now. #T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Johnson holds on and takes a little breather.
Johnson keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Johnson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gatsby moves away from the strike by Johnson. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Johnson lands the left hand.
Johnson misses with a left hand #TD#
and Gatsby decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Johnson's guard.
Gatsby trying to move into half guard but instead Johnson has managed to sweep!#REVB##SUB#
Gatsby has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Johnson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU2#
Johnson gets to his feet. Gatsby looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Johnson lands a jab to Gatsby's midsection.
Gatsby takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Gatsby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
CJ Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Johnson throws the left hand but Gatsby avoids the punch easily.
Johnson looks to land a right hand but Gatsby moved out of range.
Gatsby slips under a jab from Johnson.
Gatsby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Johnson sprawls and moves away.
Gatsby slips under a jab from Johnson.
Gatsby slips a straight right by Johnson.
Gatsby appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gatsby tries for a takedown but Johnson circles away easily
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gatsby steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Gatsby uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
Gatsby bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Johnson scores with a jab to the head.
Gatsby fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Johnson avoids it really well and circles away.
Johnson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gatsby gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Johnson counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gatsby slips under a jab.#TD#
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
CJ Johnson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
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#
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Gatsby.
Johnson cracks Gatsby with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
CJ Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gatsby changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Johnson tries to avoid it but Gatsby manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Johnson to the ground. Johnson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Johnson misses with a lunging right hand
#TD#
and Gatsby counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to move to mount but Johnson blocks the move with his legs.
Johnson is trying to control Gatsby's posture but Gatsby avoids it. #T1##SUB#
Gatsby goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Johnson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gatsby but great work by Johnson.
Gatsby struggling a bit here.#SU2#
Johnson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Gatsby moves out of range of the strikes.
Gatsby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Gatsby drives through with a takedown into Johnson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby content to stall in guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Johnson is on top in guard.
#REVB##T2#
Johnson tries to stand but Gatsby is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Gatsby looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Johnson has picked Gatsby up and slammed him! Gatsby can't keep hold of the triangle and Johnson manages to pass to side control!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gatsby is trying to control Johnson's posture but Johnson avoids it.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep.
Gatsby is trying to control Johnson's posture but Johnson avoids it. #T3#
Gatsby gets back to half guard.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Johnson keeps him under control.#SUB#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.
Joe Gatsby overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Johnson has control of the leg. #SU2#
Johnson stands up and beckons Gatsby to join him on the feet.
Gatsby misses with a takedown
and Johnson counters with a left to the body.
Johnson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson leaves Gatsby with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
CJ Johnson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
That's time! Gatsby's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Johnson throws a body shot but no joy.
Gatsby tries to counter with a takedown but Johnson is quick to defend against it.
Johnson throws a hook to the side of Gatsby's head but Gatsby sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Johnson cracks a nice hook into Gatsby's ribs.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Johnson sprawls well. Johnson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gatsby gets slowly back to his feet.
Johnson with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Gatsby staying out of range there.
Johnson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gatsby.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
Johnson misses with a looping right.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Johnson as he avoids it easily.
Gatsby bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gatsby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gatsby feinted with a counter takedown.
Nice defenses there by Gatsby.
Gatsby attempts a counter takedown but Johnson avoids it well and moves away.
Gatsby fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Johnson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gatsby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Johnson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gatsby looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Johnson is fending him off so far but Gatsby persists. Nope, Johnson circles away and we're back to standing.
Johnson throws out a loose jab but Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gatsby shoots in but no luck this time.
Johnson lunges at Gatsby with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gatsby's hand.
Johnson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gatsby.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Johnson looks to land a right hand but Gatsby moved out of range.
Gatsby attempts a counter takedown but Johnson avoids it well and moves away.
Gatsby with a poor takedown
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
Johnson misses with a body shot.
Johnson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Johnson scores with a sloppy right hand. Gatsby should have avoided that one.
CJ Johnson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jab from Johnson.
Johnson lands a right hook to the body.
Johnson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Johnson looks to throw the jab but Gatsby is out of range.
Gatsby tries to counter with a takedown but Johnson is quick to defend against it.#T4#
Johnson lands with a cross.
Johnson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gatsby.
Johnson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Johnson misses with a hook.
Gatsby drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gatsby walks into a jab.
Johnson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gatsby has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gatsby there as he acknowledges the shot.
Johnson lands an overhand right.
Johnson staying out of range there.
And that's the end of the fight!
CJ Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Johnson 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 26:30
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 26:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... CJ Johnson!
A very excited looking CJ Johnson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CFC 451: Inarritu v Tiotio
Date: Jan 09, 2022 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Gatsby gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Fett counters with a left and a right that stings Gatsby.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fett as he avoids it easily.
Gatsby tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Fett defends well and Gatsby ends up having to push Fett into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fett misses with the head strike.
Fett prevents a body shot from Gatsby.
Fett blocks a body shot from Gatsby.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby pushes Fett back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Gatsby blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fett jumps guard but Gatsby turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Fett being controlled against the cage.
Gatsby misses with some punches.
#T1#
Fett tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Gatsby just stands there and leans against the cage.
Gatsby's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fett digs a right hand underneath Gatsby's ribcage. Gatsby let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fett gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #BC#
Gatsby breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gatsby shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fett counters with a three punch combo that has Gatsby backing up. Gatsby nods at Fett to acknowledge the strikes.
Gatsby has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
Gatsby shoots in looking for a takedown. Fett tries to sprawl out of it but Gatsby keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Fett manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Fett keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Gatsby fails with the takedown.#T3#
Gatsby shoots in and drives through. Fett sprawls well.
As Gatsby backs off Fett throws a huge counter combo but Gatsby manages to avoid it all.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Gatsby goes for a double leg but Fett avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fett continues to drive forward.
A bit of stalling here from Fett.
Fett jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gatsby walks away with a smile on his face. Fett gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Gatsby goes for a double leg but Fett avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fett continues to drive forward.
Fett is trying to break the clinch but Gatsby is controlling him.
A short right from Fett on the inside.
Fett lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Gatsby.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Fett fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Our sources have told us that Gatsby has been working on his elbows in the gym.#BC#
Gatsby breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T4#
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Fett unleashes a big counter combination but Gatsby bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
No luck for Gatsby with that takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gatsby fails with a takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Fett's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Settakian Fett dominated that round.
That's time! Gatsby's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Gatsby dives in and grabs Fett's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fett pushes down on Gatsby's head and hops out.
Fett throws a counter combo.
Gatsby shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fett counters with a left and a right that stings Gatsby. #TD#
Gatsby closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Fett quickly recovers to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Fett is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gatsby pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby prevents Fett from improving his position.#SUB#
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fett has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Fett trying to control but Gatsby postures up.
Fett desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB#
Fett is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Gatsby has latched onto it... Big trouble! Gatsby pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Fett is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Gatsby connects with a leg kick.
Kitty wants to clinch
and Gatsby counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kitty looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gatsby is fending him off so far but Kitty persists. Nope, Gatsby circles away and we're back to standing.
Kitty shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Gatsby counters with a nice uppercut.
Kitty misses with a takedown
and Gatsby cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mister Kitty. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kitty misses with a lunging right hand
and Gatsby connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kitty has his takedown stuffed
letting Gatsby counter with a right hand.
Kitty fails with the takedown
and Gatsby counters with a stiff right hand. #T1##TD#
Kitty shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kitty was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kitty in the domination position with Gatsby hanging on.
Gatsby has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Let's hope that Gatsby has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Gatsby is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kitty's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Gatsby is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Kitty is tapping! Great win for Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 285
Date: Dec 05, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 15 losses; Bjj Steel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 13 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Seu Braga and Alexandre Firmino.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Steel looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel (2) vs (0) Gatsby
Well, if Steel 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.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gatsby felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Steel wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is defending well.
Steel really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel not doing much here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Steel sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Gatsby is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gatsby is trying to keep Steel in close.
Steel sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gatsby seems keen to control Steel's posture.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
#T2#
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Steel from controlling successfully.
Steel looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
#T3#
Steel controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Steel postures up.
#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for subs off his back but Steel has passed one foot through into half guard.
Steel perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gatsby moves into full guard.
Steel postures up.
#T4#
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Steel manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel (2) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Steel keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Gatsby postures up.
Steel keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel controlling Gatsby's posture.
Steel is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T5#
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Gatsby thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Steel looking to control.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel is retaining full guard.
Gatsby advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel (2) vs (5) Gatsby
Gatsby trying to control the action but Steel is working from the bottom. #T6#
Steel sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Steel keeps working.
Steel trying to hold on to Gatsby's head to control him but Gatsby postures up.
Steel is looking to improve his position.
#T7##SUB2#
Gatsby seems to be working for a kimura but Steel defends the submission attempt.
Steel moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Steel has Gatsby pulled in close to control his posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steel is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel (4) vs (5) Gatsby#SUB2#
Gatsby working for a triangle but Steel defends it easily.
#T8##SUB2#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Gatsby has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Steel can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Steel sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T9#
Gatsby controls Steel momentarily but Steel frees himself.
Gatsby is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gatsby keeping full guard, as Steel tries to pass. #SUB2#
Gatsby is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T10#
Gatsby can't keep his opponent in guard - Steel advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Steel takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Gatsby trying to control from the bottom.
Steel sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Gatsby trying to control but Steel postures up.
Steel prevents Gatsby from improving his position.#T11##SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby trying to control here.
Steel is taking a breather. Gatsby says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Steel has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Steel looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T12#
Gatsby wants to control but Steel is keeping busy.
Steel controlling the pace.
Gatsby is staying active underneath Steel, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gatsby holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Gatsby wants to control but Steel is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gatsby is trying to control but Steel passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel (7) vs (5) Gatsby
Gatsby tries to buck Steel off but Steel is having none of it.
Gatsby is not content to let Steel control the position. #T13#
Steel taking a breather here.
Gatsby is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gatsby gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Gatsby wants to control but Steel is keeping busy.
#T14#
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.
Steel controlling the pace.
Gatsby wants to control but Steel is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.
Steel uses his free foot to push down on Gatsby's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gatsby. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel (10) vs (5) Gatsby
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel takes the fight on points by 10 to 5.
An out of breath Bjj Steel thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 281
Date: Nov 07, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 12 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Reima Poika!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Lou da Vinci and John Kavanagh.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Poika closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (0) vs (2) Poika
Gatsby has control of Poika's left arm, preventing Poika from doing any damage.
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Poika has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a triangle but Poika pushes his legs off easily.
Poika trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gatsby controls Poika momentarily but Poika frees himself.
Poika trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Poika stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gatsby swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby is trying to control the position but Poika postures up. #SUB2#
Poika is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gatsby is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gatsby has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (2) Poika
Poika pulls Gatsby in close to his closed guard and prevents Gatsby from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Poika keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass. #SUB2#
Poika working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gatsby doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gatsby manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gatsby trying to control but Poika is working from the bottom.
Poika is adopting a defensive guard.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gatsby is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Hotrod Express MMA Training that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Gatsby is stalling in the full guard.
Poika wants to hit a sweep here but Gatsby passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Poika there! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (2) Poika
Poika tries to lock up and control but Gatsby gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Poika tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gatsby can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Poika is looking to escape. #SUB#
Gatsby swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Poika is now in Gatsby's guard. A big mistake from Gatsby there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (5) vs (4) Poika#T3#
Poika sitting in guard here, content to control.
Poika wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
Poika wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
Poika pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Gatsby is trying to keep Poika in close.
Poika is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Poika forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Poika seems to be working for a kimura but Gatsby defends the submission attempt.
Poika passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gatsby! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (7) Poika
Gatsby is wriggling around trying to escape.
Poika is looking to work his way around to Gatsby's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Poika jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Gatsby is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Gatsby and Poika has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB2#
Poika tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T5#
Poika trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Poika might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gatsby haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep.
Gatsby is not content to let Poika control the position.
Gatsby wants to control but Poika postures up.#SUB2#
Poika is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gatsby knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Poika trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom. #T6#
Gatsby struggling a bit here.
Poika controlling the position.
Gatsby is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Poika's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Poika works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (10) Poika
Poika prevents Gatsby from getting the reversal.#T7#
Poika looking to control and managing it successfully.
Poika tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Poika works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Gatsby (5) vs (13) Poika#SUB2#
Poika is looking for the choke from the back position but Gatsby is controlling his hands well.
Poika is looking to control Gatsby but Gatsby is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB2#
Poika looking to break Gatsby's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Gatsby remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Poika will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Poika tightening his grip on Gatsby, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Poika is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby looking very determined here, making life difficult for Poika.
#T8#
Gatsby trying to control the position but Poika manages to sink in the hooks.
Gatsby breaks Poika's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (7) vs (13) Poika
Poika keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Poika has Gatsby pulled in close to control his posture.
Poika is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (7) vs (15) Poika
Gatsby is trying to maintain the position but Poika is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Poika is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Poika has control of the leg. #T9##SUB2#
Poika is working for a kimura but Gatsby is defending it quite comfortably.
Poika is keen to just control but Gatsby is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Poika looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Poika tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gatsby knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T10#
Poika is trying to control the action in half guard but Gatsby is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gatsby has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Poika is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Poika prevents Gatsby from improving his position.
Poika trying to mount his opponent but Gatsby defends it.
Poika is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T11#
Poika trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Poika passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (7) vs (18) Poika#SUB2#
Poika is trying to get an arm triangle but Gatsby is defending well.
Poika is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Gatsby's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB2#
Poika looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gatsby tries to bench press Poika off him but Poika keeps the position.
Poika moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T12##SUB2#
Poika tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Poika wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working.
Gatsby tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Gatsby's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Poika trying to control the position but Gatsby is working away.
Gatsby tries to bench press Poika off him but Poika keeps the position. #T13#
Poika happy to just control the position for now.
Poika working away.
Poika is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Poika is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gatsby sneaks back into half guard.#T14#
Gatsby trying to control but Poika postures up.
Poika is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gatsby gets back to full guard.
Poika wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Poika trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby seems keen to control Poika's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Poika wins on points by 18 to 7.
After winning the bout, Reima Poika 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:
CWC 280
Date: Nov 01, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Toby Flenderson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 11 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Felipe Paraventi and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gatsby keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Flenderson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gatsby. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Flenderson (0) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Flenderson keeps moving.
Flenderson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Flenderson trying to control the position.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Flenderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Flenderson keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Flenderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Flenderson keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass. #T2##SUB2#
Gatsby drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Flenderson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gatsby has Flenderson in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Flenderson (2) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby 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.#SUB2#
Gatsby had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Flenderson defends it easily.
Gatsby looking for a sweep. Not yet Gatsby, not yet.
Flenderson controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Gatsby has an active guard here but Flenderson has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3#
Gatsby trying to control here.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Flenderson keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Flenderson slows the pace down in half guard.
Gatsby trying to control but Flenderson postures up.
#T4#
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Flenderson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gatsby trying to control from the bottom.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Flenderson is controlling well.
Flenderson is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T5#
Gatsby is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Flenderson wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.#T6#
Gatsby slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gatsby tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Gatsby is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Flenderson passes into half guard. #T7#
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Flenderson is controlling well.
Flenderson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gatsby knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gatsby slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gatsby looking to hit a scissor sweep but Flenderson is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gatsby looking to control.
#T8##SUB2#
Gatsby escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Flenderson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Flenderson passes into half guard.
Flenderson passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Flenderson (5) vs (2) Gatsby
Flenderson content just to control the position here.
Flenderson tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away. #T9#
Flenderson wants to take his opponent's back but Gatsby doesn't allow it.
Flenderson controlling the position easily from mount.
Gatsby tries to hold on but Flenderson postures up.
Flenderson is looking to work his way around to Gatsby's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Flenderson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T10#
Gatsby sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gatsby has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Flenderson is working away from the top position though.
Flenderson is trying to control. Gatsby wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gatsby wants to control but Flenderson is keeping busy.
Flenderson prevents Gatsby from improving his position.
Gatsby wants to control the action here but instead Flenderson manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Flenderson (8) vs (2) Gatsby#T11#
Flenderson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gatsby tries to hold on but Flenderson pushes him away.
Flenderson controlling from mount.
Gatsby wants to control but Flenderson is having none of it.
Flenderson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Gatsby is holding on tight.
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Gatsby is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T12#
Flenderson controlling the position easily from mount.
Flenderson prevents Gatsby from getting the reversal.
Flenderson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gatsby is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Flenderson has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Flenderson (11) vs (2) Gatsby
Flenderson keeps control of the position as Gatsby tries to break free.
#T13#
Flenderson gets his hands free as Gatsby looks to control.
Flenderson keeps control of the position easily here as Gatsby tries to buck him off.
Gatsby trying to control the hands but Flenderson breaks the grip.
Flenderson controlling well, preventing Gatsby from escaping the position.
Flenderson controls the position.#T14#
Gatsby is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Flenderson controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Flenderson kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gatsby looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
I really don't envy Gatsby right now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Flenderson takes the fight on points by 11 to 2. |
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Event:
CWC 270.5
Date: Sep 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Koryu Miyagi!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Gatsby has hold of one of Miyagi's legs. Miyagi is fighting the takedown attempt but Gatsby gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Miyagi
Miyagi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Miyagi has Gatsby pulled in close to control his posture.
Miyagi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Miyagi keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Miyagi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gatsby passes into half guard.
Miyagi wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyagi is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Miyagi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Miyagi keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Gatsby trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Miyagi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Miyagi trying to control the position.
Miyagi is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2#
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Miyagi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gatsby sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Miyagi is pulling down on Gatsby's head. It's preventing any offense from Gatsby, at least for the moment.
Gatsby trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Miyagi wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
Miyagi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (2) Miyagi
Gatsby looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Miyagi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
My spies in SSJ Gym inform me that Miyagi has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gatsby pulls Miyagi in close to prevent any damage.
Miyagi sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Miyagi trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gatsby keeping full guard, as Miyagi tries to pass.
Miyagi stands and throws Gatsby's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (5) Miyagi
Gatsby manages to get back to half guard.#T5#
Gatsby keeping hold of Miyagi's head, controlling as best he can.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Miyagi controlling the action here.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Miyagi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T6#
Miyagi prevents Gatsby from improving his position.
Gatsby is looking to control Miyagi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?
Miyagi is controlling the pace.
Miyagi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gatsby knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gatsby is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hotrod Express MMA Training, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T7#
Gatsby is trying to control but can't.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Miyagi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby is trying to control but can't.
Miyagi trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Miyagi keeps him under control.
Gatsby holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Miyagi pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby regains full guard. Nicely done. #T8#
Miyagi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Miyagi wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Miyagi defends well.#SUB#
Gatsby throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Miyagi escapes and throws Gatsby's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (8) Miyagi
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyagi tries to advance to mount but Gatsby denies him. #T9#
Gatsby is not content to let Miyagi control the position.
A control attempt from Gatsby but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (2) vs (10) Miyagi
Miyagi controlling the position easily from mount.
Miyagi prevents Gatsby from getting the reversal.#T10#
Miyagi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gatsby really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Miyagi content just to control the position here.
Gatsby keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Miyagi tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Miyagi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T11#
Miyagi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Miyagi.
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Miyagi's attempts to control the action. #T12#
Gatsby is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.
Miyagi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Miyagi avoids the attempt from Gatsby to control.
Gatsby is in all sorts of trouble here.
Miyagi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gatsby is looking to escape. #T13#
Gatsby sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Miyagi controlling the action here.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Miyagi keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T14#
Miyagi has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (13) Miyagi
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby gets back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Miyagi wins on points by 13 to 2.
Koryu Miyagi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 264
Date: Sep 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 11 losses; Billy Conforto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Seu Braga and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Conforto clinches up with Gatsby and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Gatsby gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Conforto (0) vs (2) Gatsby
Conforto trying to control but Gatsby postures up.
Gatsby sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Conforto tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Conforto has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gatsby is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conforto moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gatsby wants to pass the guard but Conforto is keeping the position.
Conforto working a defensive guard here.
Gatsby trying to control but Conforto is working from the bottom.
Conforto working a defensive guard here.
Conforto has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Conforto tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Conforto is working hard here to advance position.
Conforto bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (2) vs (2) Gatsby#T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gatsby is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (2) vs (4) Gatsby
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Conforto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Conforto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gatsby can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Conforto keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Conforto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gatsby can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gatsby 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.
Conforto is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gatsby is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Gatsby preventing the sweep.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Conforto is keeping the position for now.
Conforto looking for a sweep. Not yet Conforto, not yet.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Conforto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Gatsby thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Conforto lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (4) vs (4) Gatsby#SUB#
Conforto is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gatsby is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gatsby has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (4) vs (6) Gatsby#T4#
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Conforto keeps moving.
Conforto is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (6) vs (6) Gatsby
Gatsby trying to get back to full guard but Conforto takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Conforto (9) vs (6) Gatsby
Conforto tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Conforto has control of Gatsby's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Gatsby regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
Conforto is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gatsby to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gatsby shrugs it off. #T5#
Gatsby tries to hold on but Conforto postures up.#SUB#
Conforto working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby can't escape the position.
Conforto tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away. #SUB#
Conforto is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Gatsby is surviving well by controlling Conforto's body position as best he can. #SUB#
Conforto looking to isolate an arm here. Gatsby doesn't see it coming and as Conforto extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Conforto!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Conforto!
A less than humble Billy Conforto misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Mythos takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mythos looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Gatsby lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A left lands for Gatsby.
Mythos on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mythos misses with a combination
#TD#
and Gatsby counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mythos! #SUB#
Gatsby is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mythos knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Gatsby is working to tighten his grip on Mythos's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Mythos has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Gatsby is really squeezing tight and eventually Mythos passes out! Gatsby breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Joe Gatsby!
A pretty intense looking Joe Gatsby took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
CWC 253
Date: Aug 15, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 18 losses; Rolf Ottke!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Luis Engracia and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ottke is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gatsby sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Ottke tries to sprawl but Gatsby drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Ottke
Gatsby trying to control the action but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Ottke wants to improve his position but Gatsby is controlling well.
Gatsby is trying to control the action in half guard but Ottke is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gatsby keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ottke is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ottke is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ottke makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ottke.#T1#
Gatsby trying to control but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Ottke wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
Ottke lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (2) Ottke#SUB2#
Ottke drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gatsby looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gatsby looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gatsby! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (6) vs (2) Ottke
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ottke tries to bench press Gatsby off him but Gatsby keeps the position.
Ottke is trying to control Gatsby's posture but Gatsby avoids it. #T2#
A lull in the action here.
Gatsby tries to advance to mount but Ottke denies him. #SUB#
Gatsby looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ottke tries to buck Gatsby off but Gatsby is having none of it.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ottke has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Ottke wants to control but Gatsby postures up.
Ottke is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Gatsby thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ottke is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ottke wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ottke wants to get back to full guard.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Ottke controlling the position well. #T4##SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ottke defends it well.
Ottke works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ottke keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass. #SUB2#
Ottke working for a triangle but Gatsby defends it easily.
Ottke wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment. #T5##SUB#
Gatsby drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ottke dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (6) vs (4) Ottke
Ottke trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby is controlling Ottke's posture.
Gatsby not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Gatsby has his feet on Ottke's thighs here. He's pushed Ottke off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Ottke screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Gatsby!
A pretty intense looking Joe Gatsby took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
CACC 242
Date: Aug 08, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Cayden Cadman ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Dean Styles and Jorge Garcia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Cadman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gatsby avoids it really well and circles away.
Cayden Cadman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cadman fails with a takedown attempt.
Cadman darts in looking for a takedown but Gatsby gets double underhooks and turns Cadman into the cage.
Gatsby is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cayden Cadman . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cadman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gatsby gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Cadman gets underhooks to prevent Gatsby's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Gatsby wants the takedown. Cadman is fighting it off but Gatsby persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Cadman 's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cadman (0) vs (2) Gatsby
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby pushing down on Cadman 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cadman defends it well.
Gatsby prevents Cadman from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura here.
Cadman is refusing to be controlled, as Gatsby sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cadman is doing well to control the position and prevent Gatsby from advancing to side control.
Cadman 's coaches at AREA 51 have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Gatsby controlling the action here. #T2#
Cadman trying to control from the bottom.
Gatsby not doing much here.
Cadman keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Gatsby is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T3#
Gatsby keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gatsby prevents Cadman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a kimura but Cadman is defending it quite comfortably.
Gatsby seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
Cadman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cadman trying to control but Gatsby postures up.
Cadman is refusing to be controlled, as Gatsby sits in half guard.
Gatsby stalling away here and it's allowed Cadman to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2#
Gatsby is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Cadman is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Cadman has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cadman (2) vs (2) Gatsby#T5##SUB2#
Gatsby is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cadman is aware though and is defending well.
Cadman won't allow Gatsby to sweep him here.
Gatsby looking to control but Cadman passes into half guard.
Gatsby trying to control from the bottom.
Cadman performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gatsby is looking to control Cadman 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?#T6#
Cadman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.
Gatsby moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gatsby working a defensive guard but Cadman manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cadman (5) vs (2) Gatsby
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cadman is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cadman staying calm.#T7#
Gatsby is looking to regain half guard here but Cadman keeps moving and retains side control.
Gatsby wants to control but Cadman postures up.
Gatsby sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Gatsby wants to control but Cadman is keeping busy.
Gatsby gets full guard.#T8#
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Cadman is proving a slippery customer.
Cadman won't allow Gatsby to sweep him here.
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cadman manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cadman (5) vs (4) Gatsby
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Cadman keeps moving.
Cadman controlling the position.
Gatsby trying to control but Cadman is working from the bottom.
Cadman trying to control the position.
#T9#
Cadman wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Cadman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gatsby is one step ahead there.
Gatsby trying to control but Cadman is working from the bottom.
Cadman controlling the position.#T10#
Cadman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cadman (7) vs (4) Gatsby
Gatsby keeping full guard, as Cadman tries to pass.
Cadman stopping the sweep attempt from Gatsby.
Cadman looking to sit in guard and control but Gatsby gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cadman (7) vs (6) Gatsby
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Cadman keeps moving.
Gatsby controlling from the top position. #T11#
Cadman pulls Gatsby in close to his closed guard and prevents Gatsby from doing any damage or advancing position.
Cadman looking for a sweep. Not yet Cadman , not yet.
Cadman keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Cadman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T12#
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Cadman is retaining full guard.
Gatsby trying to control but Cadman is working from the bottom.
Cadman controlling Gatsby's posture.
Cadman keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby postures up.
#T13#
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Well,Cadman is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Gatsby controlling from the top position.
Cadman seems keen to control Gatsby's posture.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard. #T14#
Gatsby forces his way into half guard.
Gatsby is trying to control. Cadman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cadman wants to get back to full guard.
Cadman is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Gatsby wants to work for an arm triangle but Cadman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Gatsby in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Cadman tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC 232
Date: Jul 25, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Russell Pearce and Alyssa Summers.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Ortega works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (0) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega forces his way into half guard.
Gatsby is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Ortega is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gatsby sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Ortega is working for a kimura but Gatsby is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Ortega is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gatsby sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Ortega keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a kimura here.
#T1##SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ortega is working for a kimura but Gatsby is defending it quite comfortably.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Ortega sits in half guard.
Gatsby wants to control but Ortega is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ortega trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Ortega sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ortega moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (5) Ortega
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (0) vs (7) Ortega
Ortega can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gatsby is looking to escape.
Gatsby wants to hold on but Ortega pushes him away.#T3#
Ortega looking to control but Gatsby is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ortega working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Gatsby slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a kimura here.
Ortega wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gatsby slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ortega passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (10) Ortega
Ortega trying to control the position but Gatsby is working away. #T4#
Gatsby manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ortega's best efforts.
Ortega with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a kimura here.
Ortega wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working. #T5#
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Ortega is controlling well.
Ortega seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is defending well.
Ortega trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby trying to control but Ortega postures up.
Ortega is keen to just control but Gatsby is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Ortega seems to be looking for submissions.
#T6#
Ortega is keen to just control but Gatsby is a slippery customer.
Gatsby trying to hold on to Ortega's head to control him but Ortega postures up.
Ortega trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby gets back to full guard.
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ortega manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (10) Ortega
Ortega trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard. #T7#
Gatsby stays in close to Ortega's body and controls the position.
Ortega controls Gatsby momentarily but Gatsby frees himself.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ortega is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gatsby is aware though and is defending well.
Ortega trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (10) Ortega#T8#
Ortega regains half guard.
Ortega is staying active underneath Gatsby, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Gatsby is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Gatsby is working for a submission of some sort.
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T9#
Ortega is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gatsby's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gatsby's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (5) vs (14) Ortega
You can see the frustration on Gatsby's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ortega controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Ortega kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gatsby trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Ortega has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ortega avoiding Gatsby 's attempts to control his hands.
Ortega controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Ortega kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T10##SUB2#
Ortega has managed to slip his arm under Gatsby's chin. This could be all over... yep, Gatsby is tapping out! Submission win for Ortega.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega 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:
CWC 222
Date: Jul 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 21 losses; George Arias!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Robert Twigg and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Arias closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Arias has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Gatsby clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gatsby (0) vs (4) Arias
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Will Arias go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Arias is hanging on to Gatsby's back as he tries to escape.
Well, with Arias on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Gatsby is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Arias not allowing Gatsby to control his hands.
Arias is hanging on to Gatsby's back as he tries to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Arias looking for the RNC.
Gatsby trying to control the hands but Arias won't let him.
Gatsby is trying to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Arias tries to get the hooks in deep but Gatsby pushed the leg off.
Gatsby just trying to survive but Arias is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gatsby tries to break free.
Arias trying to control momentarily.
#SUB2#
Arias is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Gatsby wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Arias working for a choke but Gatsby is defending well.
Gatsby is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T2#
Arias controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Arias kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB2#
Arias working for the choke.
Arias trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Gatsby looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T3##SUB2#
Arias looking to break Gatsby's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Gatsby remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Arias will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
My spies in (HQ) W.C.D.A 🔥🔥🔥 inform me that Arias has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gatsby can't escape the position.
Arias controls the action.#SUB2#
Gatsby showing good submission defense here.
Gatsby rolls, trying to escape but Arias keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Arias has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Gatsby has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby looking very determined here, making life difficult for Arias.
#T4#
Arias avoiding Gatsby 's attempts to control his hands.
Will Arias go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Gatsby is in bad spot here.
Arias struggling to keep hold of the position.
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Gatsby manages to reverse the position and now he's in Arias's guard. Nice work there by Gatsby.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (4) Arias#SUB2#
Gatsby avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T5##SUB2#
Arias had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gatsby defends it easily.
Gatsby trying to control but Arias is working from the bottom.
Arias looking for a sweep. Not yet Arias, not yet.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Arias is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby preventing the sweep.
Arias is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
Arias pulls Gatsby in close to his closed guard and prevents Gatsby from doing any damage or advancing position.#T6##SUB2#
Arias looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gatsby slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Arias looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gatsby trying to control but Arias is working from the bottom.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arias is keeping the position for now.
Arias lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (6) Arias#T7#
Gatsby is trying to control the position but Arias postures up.
Arias trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Arias looking to pass the guard.
Arias trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arias passes into half guard.
Arias is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (9) Arias#T8#
Gatsby bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (4) vs (9) Arias
Arias seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Arias looking for a sweep. Not yet Arias, not yet.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Arias has an active guard here but Gatsby has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T9#
Gatsby is thwarting Arias's attempts to control the position.
Gatsby trying to control from half guard but Arias is working away.
Arias trying to control from the bottom.
Arias is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Gatsby is staying active.
Gatsby wants to take a breather but Arias is having none of it. #SUB#
Gatsby is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Arias looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T10#
Arias wants to get back to full guard.
Arias moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gatsby advances to half guard. #SUB#
Gatsby is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Arias sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Arias manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Arias looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gatsby is one step ahead there.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Arias swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T11##SUB2#
Arias is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Arias is retaining full guard.
Arias is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gatsby has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Arias is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Arias keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T12#
Arias controls Gatsby momentarily but Gatsby frees himself.
Gatsby stopping the sweep attempt from Arias.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Arias keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Arias is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (4) vs (11) Arias
Arias controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gatsby is trying to control the position but Arias postures up.
Gatsby lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (6) vs (11) Arias
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Arias keeps moving.
Arias looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T13#
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Arias keeps moving. #SUB2#
Arias is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arias is keeping the position for now.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Arias keeps moving.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Arias is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T14#
Gatsby trying to control but Arias is working from the bottom.
Gatsby pushing down on Arias's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Gatsby trying to work for an americana but Arias has managed to regain full guard.
#SUB2#
Arias is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gatsby defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby slips nicely into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arias wins on points by 11 to 6.
George Arias thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 215
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Juu Dyon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Wesley Smith and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dyon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gatsby changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dyon goes for a double leg but Gatsby avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gatsby continues to drive forward.#TD#
Dyon ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dyon no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Dyon controls Gatsby momentarily but Gatsby frees himself.
Gatsby trying to control but Dyon is working from the bottom.
Dyon pulls Gatsby in close to prevent any damage.
Dyon 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.
Dyon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dyon (2) vs (0) Gatsby
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dyon looking to pass the guard.
Gatsby 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.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Dyon from controlling successfully.
Dyon tries to free his leg and advance position but Gatsby is retaining full guard. #T1#
Gatsby lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dyon (2) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby wants to pass the guard but Dyon is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Gatsby thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dyon is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
#SUB#
Dyon is looking for a triangle but Gatsby pushes his legs off easily.
Dyon trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
Dyon seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Dyon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Dyon trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Dyon keeps moving. #SUB#
Dyon working for a triangle but Gatsby defends it easily.
Gatsby trying to control but Dyon is working from the bottom.
Gatsby advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dyon (2) vs (5) Gatsby#T3#
Dyon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gatsby wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Gatsby tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gatsby has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
You can see the frustration on Dyon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dyon is looking for a sweep.
Gatsby wants to control but Dyon is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dyon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dyon tries to buck Gatsby off but Gatsby is having none of it.#T4#
Dyon wants to control but Gatsby postures up.
Gatsby tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dyon tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dyon is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
Dyon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gatsby wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T5#
Dyon is working hard here to advance position.
Dyon manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dyon (4) vs (5) Gatsby
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dyon is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
Dyon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dyon works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dyon (7) vs (5) Gatsby
Dyon wants to control the pace but Gatsby is squirming around nicely.
Gatsby sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T6#
Gatsby wants to control but Dyon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dyon wants to take a breather but Gatsby is having none of it.
Dyon trying to pass the guard but Gatsby defending well.
Gatsby trying to control from the bottom.
Gatsby is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Dyon is staying active.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Dyon is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T7#
Dyon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gatsby knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gatsby is pressing down on Dyon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Dyon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dyon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gatsby swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
Gatsby wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Dyon is now in half guard. #T8#
Dyon has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dyon (10) vs (5) Gatsby
Dyon tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Dyon really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Gatsby tries to hold on but Dyon postures up.
Gatsby can't escape the position.
Gatsby wants to control but Dyon is having none of it.#SUB#
Dyon working for a guillotine from mount but Gatsby is in no mood to give up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Gatsby gets back to half guard.
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.
Dyon passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dyon (13) vs (5) Gatsby
Dyon is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Gatsby's shoulder. That is not cool.
Gatsby is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Dyon is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Gatsby is trying to escape and Dyon transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Gatsby is forced to tap! Nice work there by Dyon! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Juu Dyon!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Juu Dyon made sure he mentioned Fenrir Fightgear - Anno 2013, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CACC 207: Steel vs Simon
Date: Jun 13, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Billy Conforto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Robert Twigg and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Conforto instigates a clinch. #TD#
Gatsby is fighting off a takedown attempt but Conforto is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Gatsby to the mat. Gatsby regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Conforto (2) vs (0) Gatsby
Conforto trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Gatsby working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Conforto doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Conforto manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Conforto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Conforto engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conforto wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gatsby looking to control.
#T1#
Conforto wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gatsby keeping full guard, as Conforto tries to pass. #SUB2#
Gatsby working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Conforto doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Conforto manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Conforto wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving. #T2#
Conforto is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Gatsby has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Conforto can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Conforto has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Conforto engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Conforto passes Gatsby's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gatsby gets back to full guard.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Conforto from controlling successfully. #T3#
Conforto is pushing down on Gatsby's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gatsby is fighting to maintain full guard but Conforto has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gatsby trying to control here.
#SUB#
Gatsby is defending against the submission attempts here by Conforto.
#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Conforto pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby is trying to maintain the position but Conforto is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Conforto is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gatsby has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T4##SUB#
Conforto is trying to work for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well.
Gatsby makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatsby.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Conforto from controlling successfully.
Conforto tries to free his leg and advance position but Gatsby is retaining full guard.
Conforto is pushing down on Gatsby's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gatsby is fighting to maintain full guard but Conforto has managed to sneak the leg through.
Conforto is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Conforto tries to pass to full mount but Gatsby defends it.
Conforto is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Conforto is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Conforto from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for a guillotine here but Conforto defends easily.
#SUB2#
Gatsby had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Conforto defends it easily.#T6#
Gatsby not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Conforto slips nicely into half guard.
Gatsby is trying to maintain the position but Conforto is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Conforto trying to control from half guard but Gatsby is working away. #SUB#
Conforto is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Conforto.
Gatsby moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T7##SUB2#
Gatsby has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Conforto can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gatsby is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Conforto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Conforto trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Conforto slips nicely into half guard.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Conforto has control of the leg. #T8#
Conforto controlling the action here. #SUB#
Conforto is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Conforto pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby is not content to let Conforto control the position.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T9#
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Conforto is looking for a kimura but Gatsby is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Conforto to get the leverage. #SUB#
Conforto is working for a kimura but Gatsby is defending it quite comfortably.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Conforto keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Conforto is trying to work for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well.
#T10#
Gatsby gets back to full guard.
Conforto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Conforto got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gatsby has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Conforto has managed to get both his arms back between Gatsby's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Conforto drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Conforto jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Conforto trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T11##SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Conforto defends well.
Conforto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Conforto wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gatsby wants to sweep but no luck.
Gatsby controls Conforto momentarily but Conforto frees himself.
Conforto looking to pass the guard. #T12#
Conforto wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gatsby escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Conforto gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Conforto slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Conforto is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Conforto. #SUB#
Conforto is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gatsby has managed to free his arm - good work. #T13#
Gatsby is staying active underneath Conforto, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Conforto is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Conforto is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Conforto looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Conforto is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gatsby has managed to free his arm - good work. #T14#
Gatsby makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatsby.
Gatsby looking to hit a scissor sweep but Conforto is one step ahead there.
Conforto passes Gatsby's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Conforto is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Conforto.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Conforto wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Conforto takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.
Billy Conforto bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Sterling closes the distance and clinches up with Gatsby, looking for a takedown. Sterling pushes Gatsby against the cage but Gatsby circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gatsby throws a good cross that connects.
Gatsby lands the left hand.
Sterling with a poor takedown
and Gatsby cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Sterling is rocked!
Sterling is breathing heavily.
Sterling walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Sterling limp body while Gatsby jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joe Gatsby!
During a confident post fight interview, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 196: Krawlee vs Yeboah
Date: May 09, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Fujii Yusuke!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Yusuke tries to keep at a distance but Gatsby has taken the fight into the clinch.
Yusuke changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Gatsby fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Yusuke has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Gatsby has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Yusuke clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gatsby (4) vs (0) Yusuke
Yusuke is keeping busy.
Yusuke trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
You can see the frustration on Yusuke's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gatsby working for a choke but Yusuke is defending well. #SUB#
Gatsby patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T1##SUB#
Yusuke is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Yusuke is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Gatsby looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Gatsby has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Yusuke tries to break free.
#SUB#
Gatsby is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Yusuke won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Gatsby off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 186: Ribbler vs Lee
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Rico Cole!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Cole instigates a clinch.
Gatsby has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cole after a bit of a struggle.
Cole is pressed up against the ropes. Gatsby has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cole down to the mat. Cole avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Cole moves into the clinch.#TD#
Gatsby is trying to trip Cole. He has hold of a leg but Cole is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Gatsby persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Cole
Cole pulls Gatsby in to control the position.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Cole is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Gatsby has gone for a leg lock! Cole slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (2) Cole
Cole trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cole passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (5) Cole
Cole wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working. #T1#
Gatsby is trying to get back to half guard.
Cole trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby can't do much from the bottom here.
Cole wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
My spies in Shao Kahns Training Facility inform me that Cole has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cole is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gatsby will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Gatsby regains half guard.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cole passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gatsby! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (8) Cole#T2#
Cole controlling the position easily from mount.
Gatsby is controlling an arm, preventing Cole from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Cole wants to control the pace but Gatsby is squirming around nicely.
Cole might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gatsby haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gatsby is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Cole looking to control but Gatsby is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gatsby tries to hold on but Cole postures up.
Cole sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gatsby regains half guard.
Gatsby has his hands clasped together around Cole's back. He's all about the action.
Cole works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (11) Cole
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Cole's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Gatsby tries to hold on but Cole pushes him away. #SUB2#
Cole looking to secure an arm triangle but Gatsby defends it well.
Gatsby is looking to improve his position but Cole isn't that keen on the idea.
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Cole looking for a guillotine from mount but Gatsby is having none of it.
Cole wants to control the pace but Gatsby is squirming around nicely. #T5#
Gatsby is desperately trying to improve his position but Cole has a good base and remains in mount.
Cole trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gatsby wants to control but Cole is having none of it.
Gatsby is looking to get to half guard.#T6#
Cole can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gatsby is looking to escape.
Gatsby gets back to half guard.
Gatsby is looking to control Cole's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?
Cole frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (14) Cole
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Cole's attempts to control the action.
Gatsby is trying desperately to improve position.
Cole tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away. #T7#
Gatsby gets back to half guard.
Cole is stalling here. Gatsby is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Cole seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Gatsby has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (6) vs (14) Cole
Gatsby working away.#SUB#
Gatsby goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Cole rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Gatsby's guard! Nice work there by Cole! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (6) vs (16) Cole
Cole controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Gatsby is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cole is aware though and is defending well.
Cole 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.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Cole from controlling successfully. #T8#
Cole controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Cole trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Cole got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gatsby has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cole has managed to get both his arms back between Gatsby's legs - danger averted.#T9#
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Cole from controlling successfully.
Cole preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a triangle but Cole pushes his legs off easily.
Cole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Cole is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Cole wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gatsby controlling the position.
Cole won't allow Gatsby to sweep him here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Cole wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.#T10#
Gatsby 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.
Cole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Cole stands and throws Gatsby's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (6) vs (19) Cole
Cole tries to move into full mount but can't pass Gatsby's legs.
Gatsby wants to control but Cole postures up.
Gatsby regains half guard there - taking advantage of Cole's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Cole sits in half guard. #T11#
Cole controlling the action here.
Cole is looking to advance position but Gatsby won't allow it.
Gatsby is trying to maintain the position but Cole is very close to passing his half guard.
Cole wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cole trying to advance position but Gatsby counters by regaining guard.
Gatsby controlling the position.#T12#
Cole looking to pass the guard.
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
Cole is pushing down on Gatsby's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gatsby is fighting to maintain full guard but Cole has managed to sneak the leg through.
Cole trying to pass the guard but Gatsby defending well.
Gatsby is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cole's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cole's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (10) vs (19) Cole#SUB#
Gatsby patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Gatsby is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Gatsby is trying to stick to Cole's back but Cole is turning into Gatsby. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Gatsby's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Cole. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (10) vs (21) Cole#T13#
Cole sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gatsby's guard.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Cole sits in half guard.
Gatsby is trying is best to control the position here.
Cole wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cole is trying to control the action in half guard but Gatsby is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T14#
Gatsby is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cole's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cole's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (14) vs (21) Cole
Cole trying to control the action but Gatsby just sinks the hooks in.
Gatsby is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB#
Gatsby is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Cole knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Cole for a finish.
Cole just trying to survive but Gatsby is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cole wins on points by 21 to 14.
Rico Cole thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 177: Gatsby vs Cubbedge
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Bart Cubbedge ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Horrible takedown attempt by Cubbedge or perhaps it was just good defense by Gatsby, which made it look bad.
Cubbedge misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a single leg into guard. Cubbedge didn't expect that. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cubbedge (0) vs (2) Gatsby
Cubbedge has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Cubbedge 's guard.
Gatsby is trying to control. Cubbedge wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Cubbedge tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a kimura but Cubbedge is defending it quite comfortably.
Gatsby is just content to waste time from the top position. Cubbedge takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Cubbedge can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gatsby controls the pace.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Cubbedge not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cubbedge is keeping the position for now.
Cubbedge is trying to control the position but Gatsby postures up. #SUB#
Gatsby lying in Cubbedge 's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Cubbedge decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Gatsby taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bart Cubbedge !
Bart Cubbedge is the new lightweight champion!
Our winner, Bart Cubbedge , made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 171: Alopodis vs Gatsby
Date: Feb 14, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Ceph Alopodis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Bruno Lombardi and John Kavanagh.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Alopodis shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Alopodis (2) vs (0) Gatsby
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Alopodis trying to advance position but Gatsby counters by regaining guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Gatsby is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Alopodis is aware though and is defending well.
Alopodis passes into half guard.
Gatsby is trying to control but can't.
Alopodis trying to mount his opponent but Gatsby defends it. #SUB#
Alopodis is trying to work for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Alopodis trying to pass the guard but Gatsby defending well. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Alopodis passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (5) vs (0) Gatsby
Gatsby is trying to escape the mount.
Gatsby tries to lock up and control but Alopodis gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Alopodis is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Gatsby has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Gatsby! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (5) vs (2) Gatsby
Alopodis wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Gatsby is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Alopodis wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Alopodis keeps moving. #SUB#
Alopodis working for a triangle but Gatsby defends it easily.
Gatsby preventing the sweep.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alopodis seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Alopodis is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
Alopodis has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Gatsby has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (5) vs (5) Gatsby
Alopodis is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Alopodis sneaks back into half guard.
Gatsby is looking to take a break and control but Alopodis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Alopodis is looking to control Gatsby's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Alopodis avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying for a kimura here. Alopodis looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Gatsby wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 166: Ribbler vs Savkov
Date: Jan 31, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Mate Orsic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Orsic tries to close the distance and clinch but Gatsby swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Gatsby is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Orsic pushes Gatsby up against the ropes in a clinch.
Orsic prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2#
Gatsby tightens his grip and picks Orsic up, before dumping him to the ground. Orsic manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Orsic (0) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orsic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Orsic wants to sweep but no luck.
Gatsby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (0) vs (5) Gatsby
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Orsic is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
During a confident post fight interview, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 160:Toussaint v Andersson
Date: Jan 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Paddy Fagan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Fagan moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Gatsby turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Fagan (0) vs (4) Gatsby
Fagan tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fagan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Fagan prevents Gatsby from moving into mount.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Fagan is working from the bottom.
Fagan tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Fagan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gatsby wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1##SUB2#
Gatsby in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Fagan is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
During a confident post fight interview, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 150: Dominguez vs Bolivar
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Scar Ambe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Robert Twigg and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Ambe has Gatsby up against the ropes in a clinch.
#TD2#
Gatsby has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Ambe uses from the top position.
Ambe postures up.
Ambe wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
Ambe preventing the sweep.
Ambe trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Gatsby working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ambe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ambe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gatsby looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ambe won't allow Gatsby to sweep him here. #T1#
Gatsby is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ambe trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Gatsby manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ambe (0) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby preventing the sweep.
Gatsby advances to half guard.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ambe keeps working.
Ambe tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg.
Gatsby seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ambe does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but Ambe is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gatsby to get the leverage.
Ambe wants to get back to full guard.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ambe keeps working. #T2##SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Ambe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gatsby pulls his head out easily.
Ambe is trying to get back to full guard.
Ambe is refusing to be controlled, as Gatsby sits in half guard.
Still in half guard, Gatsby seems content to control.
Ambe manages to get to full guard.
Gatsby stopping the sweep attempt from Ambe.
Gatsby trying to control but Ambe is working from the bottom.
Ambe is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ambe (2) vs (2) Gatsby#T3#
Ambe is trying to control. Gatsby wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ambe prevents Gatsby from improving his position.
Gatsby is doing well to control the position and prevent Ambe from advancing to side control.
Ambe is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
Ambe content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gatsby has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ambe is working away from the top position though.
Ambe is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ambe (5) vs (2) Gatsby#T4#
Gatsby is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ambe tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Ambe looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ambe looking to control but Gatsby is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5#
Gatsby is trying desperately to improve position.
Gatsby tries to lock up and control but Ambe gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Ambe's attempts to control the action.
Ambe avoids the attempt from Gatsby to control.
Gatsby is looking to improve his position but Ambe isn't that keen on the idea.#T6#
Gatsby tries to hold on but Ambe pushes him away. #SUB#
Ambe jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Gatsby is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Gatsby and Ambe has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Gatsby is looking to reverse the position.
Ambe wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
Gatsby is trying to control Ambe's posture but Ambe avoids it. #T7#
Gatsby tries to buck Ambe off but Ambe is having none of it.#SUB#
Ambe looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gatsby manages to get back to half guard.
Ambe prevents Gatsby from improving his position.
Gatsby is looking to control Ambe's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Gatsby trying to hold on to Ambe's head to control him but Ambe postures up.
#T8##SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby is looking to improve his position.
Gatsby trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Ambe manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ambe (8) vs (2) Gatsby
Ambe wants to control the pace but Gatsby is squirming around nicely.
Gatsby is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ambe looking to control and managing it successfully. #T9#
Gatsby sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Ambe sits in half guard.
Gatsby won't allow Ambe to pass to mount.
Ambe is working hard here to advance position.
Gatsby is pressing down on Ambe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gatsby tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ambe manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ambe (8) vs (4) Gatsby
Gatsby won't allow Ambe to sweep him here. #T10#
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Ambe keeps moving.
Ambe wants to hit a sweep here but Gatsby passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ambe there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ambe (8) vs (7) Gatsby
Gatsby prevents Ambe from getting the reversal.
Ambe slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Ambe is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ambe is just riding it out for now. Gatsby eventually gives up the hold.
Ambe trying to control here.
#T11##SUB2#
Gatsby seems to be working for a kimura but Ambe defends the submission attempt.
Gatsby wants to take a breather but Ambe is having none of it.
Ambe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ambe is staying active underneath Gatsby, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ambe wants to get back to full guard.#T12#
Ambe works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gatsby passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ambe (8) vs (10) Gatsby#SUB2#
Gatsby thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ambe is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ambe manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ambe (10) vs (10) Gatsby
Gatsby regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ambe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ambe has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T13##SUB2#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gatsby looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ambe is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Gatsby had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ambe defends it easily.
Ambe trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T14#
Gatsby wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ambe is now in half guard.
Ambe wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gatsby is not content to let Ambe control the position.
Ambe wants to pass to mount but Gatsby is defending the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby trying to control but Ambe postures up.
#SUB2#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Gatsby gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Gatsby wins on points by 11 to 10.
After winning the bout, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Scar Ambe stepped up to the mic, saying 'rematch till i win baby'. |
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Event:
CACC 142: Ribbler vs Gatsby
Date: Nov 22, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 8 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Steve Montenegro and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gatsby moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Gatsby pulls Ribbler into guard.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby wants to hit a sweep here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Gatsby there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (3) vs (0) Gatsby
Gatsby sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler prevents Gatsby from improving his position.#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ribbler pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Ribbler pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (6) vs (0) Gatsby#T1#
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Gatsby wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Gatsby is working to get back to half guard.
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gatsby to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (9) vs (0) Gatsby#T2#
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Gatsby tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Ribbler is not going to allow Gatsby to sit and survive in this position.
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
#T3#
Ribbler trying to control.
Gatsby tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Gatsby looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Ribbler tries to get the hooks in deep but Gatsby pushed the leg off.
Ribbler controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Ribbler kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in. #T4#
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Gatsby prevents Ribbler from getting a body triangle.
Ribbler is trying to stick to Gatsby's back but Gatsby is turning into Ribbler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ribbler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Gatsby. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (9) vs (2) Gatsby
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gatsby looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (11) vs (2) Gatsby#SUB2#
Gatsby is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T5#
Gatsby is trying to hold Ribbler in close to prevent damage but Ribbler has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Ribbler moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Gatsby. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (14) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby looking for a sweep but Ribbler has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (16) vs (2) Gatsby
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gatsby to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (19) vs (2) Gatsby
Ribbler wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy.#T6#
What can Gatsby do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Ribbler has the hooks in. Gatsby is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ribbler has good solid back control here.
Gatsby tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Gatsby trying to control the hands but Ribbler breaks the grip.
Gatsby is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ribbler is staying active.#T7#
Gatsby might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Ribbler not allowing Gatsby to control his hands.
Gatsby wants to escape the position.
#T8#
Gatsby wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Ribbler tries to get the hooks in deep but Gatsby pushed the leg off.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Gatsby looks to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gatsby is really stuck here.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Gatsby tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Gatsby looks to control. #T9#
Ribbler biding his time, looking for the opening.
Gatsby is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Good control from Ribbler.
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gatsby for as long as he can get away with.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks. #T10#
Ribbler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Ribbler avoiding Gatsby 's attempts to control his hands.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Gatsby from escaping the position.
#T11#
Ribbler tries to keep control of the position but Gatsby is staying busy.
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Gatsby tries to break free.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Gatsby looks to control.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
I really don't envy Gatsby right now.
Gatsby trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Gatsby staying busy and making it hard for Ribbler to control. #T12#
Gatsby can't escape the position.
Gatsby wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Ribbler has good solid back control here.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Gatsby is in bad spot here.
Gatsby keeps trying to improve his position.#T13#
Gatsby trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Will Ribbler go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Gatsby tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Ribbler controls the action.
Gatsby trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Ribbler controls the action.#T14#
Gatsby wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Gatsby is trying to roll into a better position but Ribbler has get a rear naked choke and Gatsby is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CACC 136: Pripyat v Tormenta 2
Date: Nov 08, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 22 losses; Carlos Silverio!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Silverio drives through and clinches with Gatsby against the ropes.
#TD#
Gatsby turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Gatsby manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gatsby (4) vs (0) Silverio
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gatsby has knee on belly momentarily but Silverio bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB#
Gatsby is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Silverio is defending against the submission attempts here by Gatsby.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverio is refusing to be controlled, as Gatsby sits in half guard.
Silverio has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Gatsby 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! Silverio is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
During a confident post fight interview, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 132: Wangler vs Average
Date: Oct 25, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Artur Azaryan!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Azaryan shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Gatsby manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (0) vs (2) Azaryan
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.
Azaryan trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gatsby tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Gatsby is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Azaryan is aware though and is defending well.
Gatsby is controlling Azaryan's posture.
Azaryan preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azaryan passes Gatsby's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Azaryan in particular looking to stall.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Azaryan has control of the leg. #T1##SUB#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Azaryan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Azaryan in particular looking to stall.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Azaryan keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2#
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Azaryan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've been hearing good reports from Gatsby'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.
Azaryan trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Azaryan content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Azaryan keeps him under control.#SUB#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Well, if Azaryan is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Azaryan is pressing down on Gatsby's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gatsby is holding on for now.
Azaryan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Azaryan wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
Gatsby is looking to control Azaryan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?
Azaryan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
Azaryan wants to pass to mount but Gatsby is defending the position.
Gatsby trying to hold on to Azaryan's head to control him but Azaryan postures up.
Azaryan is trying to control. Gatsby wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Azaryan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby wants to control but Azaryan is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Azaryan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gatsby has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Azaryan keeps him under control.#T5#
Azaryan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard but Azaryan has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (5) Azaryan
Azaryan trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Azaryan works to advance to full mount. Gatsby defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (0) vs (7) Azaryan
Azaryan tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Gatsby slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T6#
Gatsby is looking to control Azaryan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?
Gatsby is looking to improve his position.
Azaryan is trying to control the action in half guard but Gatsby is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gatsby makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatsby.
Azaryan controlling from the top position.
Azaryan stopping the sweep attempt from Gatsby.#T7#
Gatsby is trying to keep Azaryan in close.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Azaryan from controlling successfully.
Gatsby wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Azaryan wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Azaryan from controlling successfully.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Azaryan is proving a slippery customer.
Azaryan has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at CT. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T8#
Gatsby is trying to control the position but Azaryan postures up.
Gatsby bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Azaryan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (7) Azaryan
Gatsby trying to control but Azaryan is working from the bottom.
Azaryan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (9) Azaryan
Gatsby is trying to maintain the position but Azaryan is very close to passing his half guard.
Azaryan tries to pass to full mount but Gatsby defends it. #T9#
Gatsby wants to control but Azaryan is keeping busy.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Azaryan sits in half guard.
Gatsby is looking to control Azaryan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?
Azaryan is trying to control the action in half guard but Gatsby is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T10#
Gatsby has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Azaryan is working away from the top position though.
Gatsby is staying active underneath Azaryan, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Azaryan pulls his head out easily.
Azaryan is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Azaryan is controlling well.
Azaryan is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Azaryan controlling the action here.#T11#
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Azaryan has control of the leg.
Gatsby wants to control but Azaryan passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (2) vs (12) Azaryan
Gatsby gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (2) vs (14) Azaryan
Gatsby tries to lock up and control but Azaryan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Azaryan's attempts to control the action.
Gatsby looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Gatsby (2) vs (17) Azaryan#T12#
Azaryan is hanging on to Gatsby's back as he tries to escape.
Gatsby trying to control the hands but Azaryan breaks the grip.
Gatsby is really stuck here.
Azaryan tries to get the hooks in deep but Gatsby pushed the leg off.
Gatsby tries to escape but Azaryan has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Azaryan trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Gatsby doesn't escape.
Gatsby is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Gatsby rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T13#
Gatsby wants to control but Azaryan is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Azaryan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatsby.
Gatsby is trying to keep Azaryan in close.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but instead Azaryan has moved into half guard.
#T14#
Azaryan wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Azaryan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby wants to control but Azaryan is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Gatsby is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Azaryan is tapping! Great win for Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joe Gatsby!
After winning the bout, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CACC 129: Hozdic vs Pripyat
Date: Oct 11, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Wutang Lee!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Lee instigates a clinch. #TD#
Gatsby gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Lee#SUB#
Gatsby is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lee sees it coming and defends easily.
Gatsby wants to free his trapped foot but Lee is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've been hearing good reports from Gatsby'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#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gatsby looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gatsby is trying to control. Lee wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Lee is trying to maintain the position but Gatsby is very close to passing his half guard.
Gatsby is trying to control the action in half guard but Lee is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lee wants to improve his position but Gatsby is controlling well.
Gatsby is looking to advance position but Lee won't allow it.
Gatsby wants to control but Lee is keeping him busy.
Gatsby wants to free his trapped foot but Lee is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gatsby prevents Lee from improving his position.#T2#
Lee has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gatsby is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Lee is defending against the submission attempts here by Gatsby.
Lee works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Gatsby slips nicely into half guard.
Lee is refusing to be controlled, as Gatsby sits in half guard.
Well, if Gatsby 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.
Gatsby wants to free his trapped foot but Lee is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4##SUB#
Gatsby is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Lee is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but Lee is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gatsby to get the leverage.
Gatsby uses his free foot to push down on Lee's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lee. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (0) Lee
Gatsby tries to control but Lee wriggling away.
Gatsby wants to take Lee's back but he can't do it this time. #T5#
Gatsby controlling from mount.
Lee tries to lock up and control but Gatsby gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Gatsby jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Lee is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Lee and Gatsby has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lee is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Gatsby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T6#
Lee tries to improve position but can't.
Lee being controlled for a moment.
Lee prevents Gatsby from moving into mount.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Lee is working away. #SUB#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lee is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T7#
Lee tries to buck Gatsby off but Gatsby is having none of it.#SUB#
Gatsby tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gatsby tries to advance to mount but can't.
Gatsby is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lee keeps working. #T8#
Gatsby tries to advance to mount but Lee denies him.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lee keeps working.
Lee is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lee has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lee is looking for a sweep.#T9##SUB#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lee is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lee has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Gatsby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Gatsby tries to move into full mount but can't pass Lee's legs. #T10#
Lee is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
Lee tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gatsby wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Gatsby tries for a kimura but Lee is defending well.
Gatsby tries to move to mount but Lee blocks the move with his legs. #SUB#
Gatsby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T11##SUB#
Gatsby is trying to get an arm triangle but Lee is defending well.
Lee wants to control but Gatsby postures up.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Lee is working away. #SUB#
Gatsby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T12#
Gatsby tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Gatsby just content to control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lee looks to move to half guard but instead Gatsby has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (7) vs (0) Lee
Lee is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T13##SUB#
Gatsby goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Lee is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (7) vs (2) Lee
Gatsby is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Gatsby has his foot on Lee's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lee works his way back into a safe position though.
Lee trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Lee forces his way into half guard.#T14#
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Lee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby wants to control but Lee is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Lee has control of the leg.
Gatsby trying to control here.
#SUB#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gatsby takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
A victorious Joe Gatsby thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CACC 23
Date: Nov 30, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joe Gatsby (ranked 3246 p4p, 360 weight class) and Dollar Hero (ranked 3628 p4p, 389 weight class). Hero has chosen For Heavy Metal we will die! as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Dollar Hero!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hero fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hero tries to clinch up.
Hero gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gatsby (0) vs (4) Hero
Gatsby tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hero wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.
Gatsby struggling a bit here.
Hero tries to move to mount but Gatsby blocks the move with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hero is trying to get an arm triangle but Gatsby is defending well.
Hero thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gatsby regains half guard.
Hero is looking to advance position but Gatsby won't allow it.
Hero keeps trying to improve his position.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gatsby is trying to maintain the position but Hero is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gatsby manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hero pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Hero passes into half guard.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Hero has control of the leg.
Hero wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Hero has control of the leg.
Gatsby moves into full guard.
Gatsby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hero defends well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hero escapes and throws Gatsby's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (7) Hero
Gatsby is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hero is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hero tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hero wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
Gatsby gets back to half guard.
Hero is trying to control the action in half guard but Gatsby is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hero looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Hero wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby wants to control but Hero passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (10) Hero
Hero gets to mount! Gatsby was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (0) vs (12) Hero
Gatsby tries to hold on but Hero postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hero tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Hero controlling his opponent.
Gatsby is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gatsby wants to hold on but Hero pushes him away.
Hero prevents Gatsby from getting the reversal.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hero trying to control but Gatsby is having none of it.
Gatsby keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gatsby is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gatsby regains half guard.
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.
Hero is just content to waste time from the top position. Gatsby takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hero trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hero's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (12) Hero
Gatsby passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (12) Hero
Hero being controlled for a moment.
Gatsby goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Hero rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Gatsby's guard! Nice work there by Hero! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (5) vs (14) Hero
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby can't keep his opponent in guard - Hero advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gatsby slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gatsby looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hero has picked Gatsby up and slammed him! Gatsby can't keep hold of the triangle and Hero manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (17) Hero
Hero trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hero off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (9) vs (17) Hero
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hero has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Gatsby looking for the RNC.
Gatsby working for a choke but Hero reverses nicely into Gatsby 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (9) vs (19) Hero
Gatsby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hero defends well.
Gatsby wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hero is now in half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Hero wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gatsby trying to control here.
Hero wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working.
Gatsby works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gatsby is looking for a triangle but Hero pushes his legs off easily.
Hero sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hero is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Gatsby. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (9) vs (22) Hero
Hero is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gatsby gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (9) vs (24) Hero
Hero trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby tries to hold on but Hero pushes him away.
Hero tries to control but Gatsby wriggling away.
Gatsby tries to lock up and control but Hero gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hero trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gatsby keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hero can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gatsby is looking to escape.
Gatsby keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hero content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hero wins on points by 24 to 9.
After the fight, Dollar Hero was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
CACC 15
Date: Nov 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joe Gatsby (ranked 2881 p4p, 309 weight class) and Fallschirm Jäger (ranked 1933 p4p, 222 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Jäger's choice of entrance music: For Heavy Metal we will die!. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Fallschirm Jäger!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jäger drives through and clinches with Gatsby against the ropes.
Gatsby jumps into guard, dragging Jäger to the mat.
Gatsby is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gatsby bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jäger's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Jäger
Jäger working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gatsby doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gatsby manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gatsby pushing down on Jäger's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Gatsby trying to mount his opponent but Jäger defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jäger is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gatsby pulls his head out easily.
Jäger felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Gatsby is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jäger has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gatsby is working away from the top position though.
Jäger won't allow Gatsby to pass to mount.
Gatsby works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (0) Jäger
Jäger is letting Gatsby control him for a moment.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jäger keeps working.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jäger has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gatsby wants to control but Jäger is keeping him busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby is trying to move to mount but Jäger reverses beautifully and ends up in Gatsby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (5) vs (2) Jäger
Jäger sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gatsby's guard.
Gatsby trying to control but Jäger postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Jäger is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jäger is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Jäger keeps him under control.
Jäger tries to pass to full mount but Gatsby defends it.
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Jäger sits in half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby gets full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Jäger from controlling successfully.
Gatsby throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jäger escapes and throws Gatsby's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (5) Jäger
Gatsby is trying to improve his position.
Gatsby gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jäger is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (8) Jäger
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Jäger content just to control the position here.
Gatsby is trying desperately to improve position.
Gatsby manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gatsby wants to control but Jäger is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby gets full guard.
Gatsby working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jäger has passed into half guard!
Jäger is stalling here. Gatsby is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Jäger seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Gatsby has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (9) vs (8) Jäger
Gatsby trying to control the action but Jäger is working from the bottom.
Gatsby works to advance to full mount. Jäger defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (11) vs (8) Jäger
Jäger slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jäger has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby is looking to advance position but Jäger won't allow it.
Jäger is defending against the submission attempts here by Gatsby.
Jäger is trying to get back to full guard.
Gatsby is looking to pass Jäger's guard but actually Jäger recovers to full guard.
Jäger keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jäger is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Gatsby passes Jäger's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gatsby is looking for a kimura here.
Jäger tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby wants to free his trapped foot but Jäger is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jäger regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gatsby sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jäger's guard.
Gatsby wants to take a breather but Jäger is having none of it.
Jäger works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jäger working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gatsby doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gatsby manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Jäger is retaining full guard.
Gatsby looking to sit in guard and control but Jäger gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (11) vs (10) Jäger
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby wants to sweep but no luck.
Gatsby has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Jäger is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Gatsby. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (11) vs (13) Jäger
Jäger slows the pace down.
Jäger working away.
Gatsby looking for a sweep but Jäger has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (11) vs (15) Jäger
Gatsby is desperately trying to improve his position but Jäger has a good base and remains in mount.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.
Gatsby tries to lock up and control but Jäger gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jäger trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jäger looking to secure an arm triangle but Gatsby defends it well.
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gatsby tries to hold on but Jäger pushes him away.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Jäger takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gatsby is desperately trying to improve his position but Jäger has a good base and remains in mount.
Gatsby wants to control but Jäger is having none of it.
Gatsby bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (13) vs (15) Jäger
Gatsby looking to sit in guard and control but Jäger gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (13) vs (17) Jäger
Gatsby has his foot on Jäger's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jäger works his way back into a safe position though.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Jäger controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
Gatsby working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jäger has passed into half guard!
Jäger has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (13) vs (20) Jäger
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Jäger looking to control but Gatsby is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gatsby manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Jäger has control of the leg.
Jäger has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (13) vs (23) Jäger
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Jäger's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jäger wins on points by 23 to 13.
After the fight, Fallschirm Jäger was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
CACC 8
Date: Oct 19, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joe Gatsby (ranked 2585 p4p, 283 weight class) and EA Poe (ranked 2973 p4p, 319 weight class). Poe has chosen Unleashing The Bloodthirsty by Cannibal Corpse as his entrance music. EA Poe is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; EA Poe!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Gatsby closes the distance and pushes Poe back into the ropes.
Gatsby gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Poe regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (0) Poe
Poe wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby forces his way into half guard.
Poe tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg.
Gatsby wants to free his trapped foot but Poe is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Poe wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to pass to full mount but Poe defends it.
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but Poe is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gatsby to get the leverage.
Poe is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby is trying to control the action in half guard but Poe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Poe wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Poe tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg.
Gatsby is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Poe keeps working.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but Poe defending well.
Poe trying to control here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Poe tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg.
Poe is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Gatsby has latched onto it... Big trouble! Gatsby pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Poe is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby made sure to mention his sponsor, UnderGround Supplements in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GC 301
Date: Jun 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Sanada swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gatsby on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sanada on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gatsby misses with a right hand
and Sanada counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Sanada. Beautiful body shot.
Sanada looks to score with a jab to the body but Gatsby is just out of range.
Sanada scores with a hook to the body. Gatsby takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sanada is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gatsby.
Sanada lands with a good body shot.
Sanada throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gatsby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sanada connects with a body shot.
Gatsby definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sanada jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Gatsby wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gatsby looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Sanada uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gatsby throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanada sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sanada fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gatsby looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sanada misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Gatsby counters with a single leg into guard. Sanada didn't expect that.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gatsby accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sanada pulls Gatsby in close to prevent any damage.
Gatsby stands and throws Sanada's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sanada prevents Gatsby from improving position. #T2#
Sanada tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gatsby wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sanada avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Gatsby.
Sanada can't do much from the bottom here.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sanada keeps working.
Sanada is looking to reverse the position.
Sanada taking punishment in the form of punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gatsby trying to control the position but Sanada is working away.
I wouldn't like to be where Sanada is right now. #T3#
Sanada tries to improve position but can't.
Sanada trying to remain calm as Gatsby controls from the top position.
Sanada is trying to control Gatsby's posture but Gatsby avoids it.
Sanada manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Sanada trying to pass the guard but Gatsby defending well.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Sanada is controlling well.
Sanada perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gatsby trying to control but Sanada postures up.
#T4#
Gatsby wants to sweep but Sanada has passed to side control!
Gatsby is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gatsby is looking to control Sanada's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gatsby avoid being mounted?
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gatsby is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Sanada takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Gatsby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gatsby is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Sanada jumps into side control!
Sanada trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nobu Sanada dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Sanada looks to throw the jab but Gatsby is out of range.
Sanada stuffs the takedown attempt from Gatsby. Gatsby gets slowly back to his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanada misses the target.
Gatsby throwing a counter right hand but Sanada manages to avoid it.
Sanada throws a big shot that misses.
Gatsby takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sanada slips a jab from Gatsby.
Sanada lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanada changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gatsby throws the left hand but Sanada avoids the punch easily.
Nobu Sanada seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gatsby keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gatsby throwing a counter right hand but Sanada manages to avoid it.
Sanada throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Sanada misses with a shot to the body
and Gatsby counters with a left to the body.
Sanada takes a swing at Gatsby's ribcage but misses.
Sanada pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sanada has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sanada throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sanada darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gatsby throws a lazy right hand but Sanada sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sanada changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Sanada as he connects with a hook.
Sanada connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gatsby steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sanada.
Gatsby takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nobu Sanada is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Sanada connects with a body shot.
Nice body punch from Sanada.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sanada lands with a hook. Gatsby tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sanada waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gatsby.
Gatsby was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sanada throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gatsby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sanada ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
The fighters circling - Gatsby throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gatsby uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sanada.
Sanada takes a swing at Gatsby's ribcage but misses.
Gatsby attempts a counter takedown but Sanada avoids it well and moves away.
Sanada with a hook.
Gatsby lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sanada just misses with a punch to the body.
As Sanada looks to move away, Gatsby throws a big counter combo but Sanada just gets out of the way.#T3#
Sanada misses with a body shot.
Gatsby attempts a counter takedown but Sanada avoids it well and moves away.
Sanada swings away with a body shot that misses
and Gatsby counters with a stiff right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Sanada blocks the leg kick.
Sanada misses with a body shot.
It looked like Gatsby wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nobu Sanada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sanada lands a really nice looking cross but Gatsby seems unphased.
Gatsby doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gatsby moves away from the strike by Sanada.
Gatsby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sanada sprawls and moves away.
A jab lands there for Gatsby.
Gatsby takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sanada scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Sanada lands with an uppercut that bounces Gatsby off the cage and back into range.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sanada just misses with a punch to the body.
Sanada bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gatsby's head backwards.
Sanada lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Gatsby at a distance.
Gatsby moves out of range of the strikes.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gatsby slips a straight right by Sanada.
Gatsby takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sanada misses with a shot to the body
and Gatsby counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sanada swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gatsby looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gatsby slips under a jab.
Gatsby tries to counter with a takedown but Sanada is quick to defend against it.
Gatsby takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nobu Sanada showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Gatsby's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Sanada scores with a hook to the body. Gatsby takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sanada moves out of range of the strikes.
Gatsby is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL2#
Sanada moves into range and clinches up with Gatsby.
Sanada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Gatsby.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Sanada working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sanada tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sanada lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gatsby backwards.
Gatsby makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sanada stalling in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Sanada on the inside.
Gatsby tries for a takedown but Sanada manages to get underhooks.
Sanada tries to work over Gatsby's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sanada lands a shot to the body.
Gatsby leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1#
Sanada digs a right hand into Gatsby's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Gatsby's gas tank.
Sanada lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sanada will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Gatsby up against the cage.
Sanada has Gatsby pushed against the cage.
Sanada is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A short uppercut from Sanada.
Sanada tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gatsby's elbow. #BC#
Gatsby manages to break the clinch.
Sanada with a hook.
Sanada slips a straight right by Gatsby.#T2#
Sanada scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sanada throws an off balance right hand
and Gatsby counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gatsby uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanada.
Gatsby attempts a counter takedown but Sanada avoids it well and moves away.
Sanada throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD#
and Gatsby counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gatsby.
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!
Sanada pulls Gatsby in close to his closed guard and prevents Gatsby from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Sanada is retaining full guard.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Sanada pulls Gatsby in close to prevent any damage.
Gatsby postures up.
Sanada controlling the position.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanada is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Sanada.
Gatsby misses with a straight left.
Sanada misses with a few strikes there.
Sanada throws a hook but Gatsby blocks it.
Sanada slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nobu Sanada is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Gatsby displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sanada throws out the jab.
It looked like Gatsby wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gatsby cracks Sanada with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sanada thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gatsby takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gatsby waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sanada.
Gatsby avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gatsby is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sanada misses with a lunging right hand
and Gatsby counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sanada swings for the body but Gatsby moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Sanada. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sanada.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gatsby looks to throw the jab but Sanada is out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nobu Sanada comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sanada 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nobu Sanada!
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Event:
GC 295
Date: May 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Lamb throws a hook to the side of Gatsby's head but Gatsby sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gatsby doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gatsby scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lamb doesn't seem bothered though.
Lamb fails to land with a series of punches.
Gatsby appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lamb throws a nice looking combination but Gatsby bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Darren Lamb seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gatsby scores with a jab to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lamb checks a leg kick.
Lamb misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lamb. Gatsby does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lamb tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gatsby paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lamb throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lamb.
Lamb tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gatsby throws a leg kick that misses.
Gatsby moves out of range as Lamb strikes.
Gatsby missing with a left hand there. Lamb was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lamb is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gatsby. #T1#
Gatsby throws a body punch but Lamb moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Lamb throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lamb looks to land a body kick but Gatsby moved away.
Lamb ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
Lamb misses with a body shot.
Gatsby appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lamb throws a right and a left that Gatsby avoids nicely.
Lamb punishes Gatsby's body with a nice straight punch.
Lamb 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.
Lamb misses with a lunging right hand
letting Gatsby counter with a right hand.
Lamb swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lamb misses with a hook. Gatsby ducked under it nicely.
Lamb throws a body punch but Gatsby moves out of range.
Gatsby uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lamb has time to react.
Lamb fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lamb misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gatsby counters with a nice uppercut.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lamb as he jumps to the side. #T2#
Gatsby scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
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!
Gatsby misses with a looping right.
Gatsby lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lamb at a distance.
Gatsby misses with a double jab.
Lamb misses with a head kick.
Gatsby thuds his right hand into Lamb's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jab from Gatsby.
Lamb misses the jab.
Lamb lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Gatsby misses with a two punch combination.
Lamb is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lamb moves in looking to clinch but Gatsby pushes him off.
A little feinted left hand from Gatsby on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lamb slips under a jab from Gatsby.#T3#
Gatsby throws a body shot but no joy.
Lamb swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gatsby throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lamb throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Darren Lamb is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gatsby uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lamb.
Gatsby throws a lazy right hand but Lamb sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gatsby misses the jab.
Lamb looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gatsby falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL2#
and Lamb counters by clinching up.
Gatsby pushes Lamb back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Lamb misses with a body punch.
Gatsby tries to pull guard but Lamb forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lamb is looking to break free of the clinch but Gatsby has double underhooks.
Lamb is trying to push Gatsby away but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lamb fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gatsby lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lamb backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lamb.
Lamb misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
A short right from Lamb on the inside.
Lamb works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lamb wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage.
A short right from Lamb.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lamb working hard to break the clinch.
Gatsby lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lamb backwards.
Lamb is leaning against Gatsby and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Gatsby manages to break the clinch.
Lamb scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Lamb jabs at Gatsby's body.
Lamb doesn't manage to clinch there - Gatsby circles away.
Lamb takes one to the chin there.
Gatsby sizes up Lamb with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lamb scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gatsby in his tracks.
A big left from Lamb misses.
Lamb throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Gatsby counter with a right hand.
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 Joe Gatsby will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Lamb scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lamb thows a leg kick but Gatsby checks it
and Gatsby counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lamb gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Gatsby throws an overhand right that lands on Lamb's shoulder, as Lamb tries to avoid the shot.
Gatsby ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lamb moves away.
Lamb tries to counter with a clinch but Gatsby shakes him off and moves away.
Lamb takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lamb misses with a few strikes there.
Gatsby fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A big right from Lamb misses.
Gatsby uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lamb.
Gatsby cracks Lamb with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Gatsby throws out a loose jab but Lamb uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lamb misses with a straight left.
Lamb takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lamb misses with a body kick.
Lamb looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Lamb throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lamb just misses with a punch to the body.
Lamb fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lamb takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
No joy there for Lamb, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gatsby fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lamb avoids it really well and circles away.
Lamb staying out of range there.
Lamb is looking to clinch but Gatsby is avoiding it.
Gatsby throwing a counter right hand but Lamb manages to avoid it.
Gatsby with a nice cross.
Lamb's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gatsby connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lamb scrambles back to his feet.
Gatsby shoots in for a double leg but Lamb sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Gatsby digs a good body shot into Lamb's ribs.
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Lamb.
Gatsby throwing a counter right hand but Lamb manages to avoid it.#T2#
Lamb looks to throw the jab but Gatsby is out of range.
Lamb fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lamb tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lamb avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Lamb.
Gatsby slips a jab from Lamb.
A jab from Gatsby misses.
Despite the aggression on Lamb's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lamb lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gatsby circles away quickly and effectively.
Good shot there by Lamb.
Lamb is looking to clinch.
Lamb on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Gatsby jabs Lamb to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Joe Gatsby is winning the standup battle so far.
Gatsby scores with a three punch combo!
Gatsby fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lamb checks it well. #T3#
Gatsby paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gatsby circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Gatsby counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Gatsby is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lamb wants to hold on but Gatsby pushes him away.#SUB#
Gatsby moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Lamb has worked his arm free - good work by Lamb!
Gatsby wants to control but Lamb is keeping him busy.
Gatsby misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#T4#
Gatsby wants to take a breather but Lamb manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Gatsby.
Lamb preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lamb keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby wants to pass the guard but Lamb is keeping the position.
Gatsby looking to sit in guard and control but Lamb gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lamb misses with a series of wild punches.
Gatsby moves out of range of the strikes.
Lamb looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lamb wants to clinch up but Gatsby keeps it at a distance.
Gatsby thuds his right hand into Lamb's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The fighters circling - Gatsby throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lamb throws the left hand but Gatsby avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Gatsby does it's job there.
Lamb throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gatsby on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Gatsby avoids the body shot from Lamb.
Lamb misses with a hook
and Lamb takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
It looks like Gatsby has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Gatsby throws a body punch but Lamb moves out of range.
Gatsby throws a jab when Lamb was well out of range.#T1#
Nice shot by Gatsby.
A jab from Lamb finds it's way through Gatsby's defenses.
Lamb chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gatsby can pounce on him.
Lamb rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gatsby counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Gatsby misses its intended target.
Lamb takes a swing at Gatsby's ribcage but misses.
Lamb tries a head kick but it misses.
Gatsby lands with a good body shot.
Gatsby jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gatsby lands a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lamb looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lamb tries to bum rush Gatsby with a series of wild strikes but Gatsby uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A punch lands to the side of Lamb 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gatsby throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lamb's waist but Lamb gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Gatsby off to one side. #T2#
Lamb swings for the body but Gatsby moves out of range.
A jab from Lamb misses.
Gatsby lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lamb throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gatsby scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Gatsby scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lamb misses with an uppercut. Gatsby saw that one coming.
Gatsby throws a body punch but Lamb moves out of range.
Lamb throws a nice looking combination but Gatsby bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Gatsby looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lamb keeps working. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Lamb still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Lamb has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #T3#
Gatsby is looking for a sweep.
Lamb is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gatsby struggling a bit here.
Gatsby tries to buck Lamb off but Lamb is having none of it.
Lamb tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gatsby is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Darren Lamb has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Joe Gatsby is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gatsby sneaks back into half guard.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Lamb is controlling well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Gatsby showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gatsby, 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Gatsby!
An out of breath Joe Gatsby thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Darren Lamb stepped up to the mic, saying 'Baaaaaa... Baaaaaa... Baaaaa... Shit, someone backstage put acid in my drink. I thought I was a lamb.'.
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Event:
GC 286
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Gatsby shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Hakekia to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Gatsby displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hakekia throws out the jab.
Hakekia throws a shot from downtown. Gatsby moves away and avoids it.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Hakekia takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hakekia stuns Gatsby with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the body from Hakekia misses
and Gatsby counters with a nice body shot.
Gatsby fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gatsby missing with a left hand there. Hakekia was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hakekia looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Gatsby throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Hakekia counter with a right hand.
Gatsby lands a nice hook to Hakekia's body. Hakekia takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hakekia.
Hakekia ducks right into an uppercut from Gatsby.
Alika Hakekia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice defenses there by Hakekia.
Hakekia tries a quick counter leg kick but Gatsby is wise to it.
Gatsby misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hakekia.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hakekia! But no joy.
Gatsby moves out of range of the strikes.
Hakekia shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Gatsby is looking to wear down Hakekia with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
Nice uppercut there from Gatsby.
Hakekia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gatsby.
Gatsby misses with a looping left.
A telegraphed right hand from Gatsby misses the target.
Gatsby misses with a straight right.
A low kick from Hakekia misses #TD#
and Gatsby decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hakekia's guard.
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!#ES2#
Hakekia pushes Gatsby off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Gatsby slips a straight right by Hakekia.
Gatsby throwing a counter right hand but Hakekia manages to avoid it.#T3#
Hakekia throws a body shot but no joy.
Gatsby lands a nice shot to the body.
Hakekia comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jab from Gatsby.
Gatsby ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gatsby throwing a counter right hand but Hakekia manages to avoid it.
Gatsby misses the jab.
Hakekia swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gatsby throws a push kick but Hakekia slaps the foot to one side.
It seemed like Hakekia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hakekia takes a swing at Gatsby's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Hakekia gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hakekia takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hakekia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gatsby.
Gatsby misses with a wild body shot.
Hakekia throws out a counter right but Gatsby avoids it with no problem.
Hakekia tests Gatsby's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hakekia lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
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 Joe Gatsby will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Gatsby throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hakekia throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hakekia lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hakekia swings for the body but Gatsby moves out of range.
Hakekia throws a series of punches but Gatsby moves out of range.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gatsby takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakekia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gatsby.
Gatsby falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hakekia counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Hakekia takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Gatsby displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hakekia throws out the jab.
Gatsby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hakekia sprawls and moves away.
Hakekia feints and then cracks Gatsby's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gatsby down.
Hakekia on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice defenses there by Hakekia.
Despite the aggression on Hakekia's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Gatsby misses with a looping left.
Hakekia swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gatsby uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2#
Hakekia misses with a leg kick.
A jab from Gatsby misses.
Hakekia finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hakekia throws out a loose jab but Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Gatsby misses the target.
Hakekia displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gatsby throws out the jab.
Hakekia feints and then cracks Gatsby's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gatsby down.
Hakekia pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hakekia throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3#
Hakekia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gatsby.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hakekia! But no joy.
Hakekia connects with a right hand. Gatsby shakes it off.
Alika Hakekia has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gatsby throws a lazy right hand but Hakekia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hakekia misses with an uppercut
and Hakekia takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hakekia looks to throw the jab but Gatsby is out of range.
Gatsby misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hakekia.
Hakekia appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gatsby misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hakekia.
Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hakekia.
An attempted straight right counter from Gatsby misses the target.#T4#
Gatsby tries to land a body kick
and Hakekia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A slow jab from Hakekia misses its intended target.
Gatsby goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hakekia is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gatsby with a body shot.
Gatsby lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A cross from Gatsby lands.
Gatsby throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hakekia cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gatsby has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hakekia.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alika Hakekia will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt - Hakekia sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hakekia connects with a solid leg kick.
Hakekia ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A low kick from Hakekia misses
and Gatsby connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakekia on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gatsby ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Joe Gatsby is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
No joy there for Gatsby, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hakekia pivots, looking for a leg kick but Gatsby is out of range and Hakekia settles back down.
Hakekia tries a head kick but it misses.
Gatsby seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hakekia takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gatsby avoids a punch combination nicely.
Gatsby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hakekia lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Gatsby scores with a nice right hand.
Hakekia swings widly with a right hand
and Gatsby makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Hakekia really felt that one!
Hakekia rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gatsby counters with a nice uppercut.
A lazy left from Hakekia finds it's target.
Hakekia throws out a loose jab but Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hakekia throws a body kick that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gatsby throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hakekia. #T3#
Gatsby has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hakekia.
Hakekia takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hakekia moves out of range as Gatsby throws a body kick.
Hakekia throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Hakekia lets loose with a powerful body kick. Gatsby will feel that in the morning.
Hakekia throws out a loose jab but Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Gatsby on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hakekia tries to land a body kick
and Hakekia takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice cross by Hakekia.#T4#
Gatsby throws the left hand but Hakekia avoids the punch easily.
Hakekia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice defenses there by Hakekia.
Hakekia misses with a body shot
and Gatsby counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hakekia throws a hook but Gatsby blocks it.
Gatsby shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hakekia eats them both and turns towards Gatsby to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gatsby swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Gatsby showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gatsby 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Gatsby!
An out of breath Joe Gatsby 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:
GC 278
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Gatsby showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vegas.
Gatsby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Vegas on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Vegas pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gatsby lands with a cross.
A lazy body kick from Gatsby #TD2#
and Vegas counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.
Gatsby wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Vegas is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gatsby has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Vegas is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vegas.
Gatsby is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1##SUB#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vegas pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby is not content to let Vegas control the position.#SUB2#
Vegas is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Gatsby is defending against the submission attempts here by Vegas.
Ground and pound from Vegas. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vegas pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby is doing well to control the position and prevent Vegas from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Vegas is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Gatsby to slip a leg under and get back to full guard. #T3#
Vegas throws a big right hand that misses.
Gatsby looking for a sweep. Not yet Gatsby, not yet.
Vegas throwing strikes from guard but Gatsby blocks nicely.
Vegas throws an elbow that misses. Gatsby uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Vegas's guard. Nice move by Gatsby!#REVR##SUB2#
Vegas is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gatsby is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vegas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gatsby advances position into side control!
Vegas is not content to let Gatsby control the position. #T4#
Vegas manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Vegas manages to get to full guard.
Gatsby is stalling in the full guard.
Gatsby seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Vegas for as long as he can get away with.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vegas not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Johnny Vegas will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Gatsby throws a lazy uppercut
and Vegas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vegas tries to bum rush Gatsby with a series of wild strikes but Gatsby uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A jab lands there for Gatsby.
Gatsby throws a body shot but no joy.
Gatsby misses with a few strikes there.
Gatsby bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vegas misses with a double jab.
Gatsby swings widly with a right hand
and Vegas counters with a left and a right that stings Gatsby.
Gatsby lands a nice hook to Vegas's body. Vegas takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gatsby looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vegas is fending him off so far but Gatsby persists. Nope, Vegas circles away and we're back to standing.
Vegas slips a jab and a cross from Gatsby.
Vegas looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gatsby looks to land a left hand but Vegas moved out of range nicely.
Gatsby avoids the body shot from Vegas.
A big left from Gatsby misses.
Vegas works the jab nicely.
Gatsby throws a hook but Vegas avoids it easily.
Vegas swinging wildly here.
Gatsby was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Vegas dodges the punch combination from Gatsby.
Vegas throws a right and a left that Gatsby avoids nicely.
Gatsby jabs Vegas to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gatsby just misses with a punch to the body.
Gatsby lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vegas circles away quickly and effectively.
Gatsby throws a body shot but no joy.
Gatsby looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vegas takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vegas misses with a wild combination.
The fighters circling - Vegas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vegas goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Vegas pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gatsby misses with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vegas throws the kick towards the body but Gatsby avoids it.#T2#
A head kick misses from Vegas.
Gatsby's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Gatsby duly obliges.
Vegas lands with an overhand left.
Vegas swinging wildly here.
Gatsby is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vegas.
Gatsby misses the jab.
Vegas throws a counter combo.
Gatsby jabs Vegas right on the nose. Vegas blinks but takes it well.
Gatsby misses with a right hand
and Vegas counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Gatsby throws an overhand right that lands on Vegas's shoulder, as Vegas tries to avoid the shot.
Vegas slips under a jab from Gatsby.#TD2#
Vegas is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Gatsby's half guard.
Gatsby keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Vegas is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gatsby defends it well. #T3##SUB#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.
Johnny Vegas has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gatsby trying to control but Vegas postures up.
#SUB2#
Vegas is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vegas.
Vegas trying to control from half guard but Gatsby is working away. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Vegas seems to be looking for submissions.
Vegas is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gatsby wants to get back to his feet.
Gatsby makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gatsby.#SUB#
Vegas is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Gatsby has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Vegas is looking to defend but Gatsby has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Vegas! Gatsby pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Vegas taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
CEFC 300
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Komaroff ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice takedown defense from Gatsby. No joy for Komaroff on that attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gatsby! But no joy.#CL#
Komaroff moves into the clinch.
Komaroff lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Gatsby is looking for a takedown.
Komaroff lands an uppercut.
Komaroff lands an uppercut.
Gatsby has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Komaroff is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Gatsby is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Komaroff is defending well.
Vasili Komaroff has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Gatsby tries for a takedown. No joy.
Gatsby is trying to drag Komaroff to the mat but Komaroff just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Komaroff throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Gatsby blocks it with crossed arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Komaroff has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Gatsby clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gatsby is keeping busy.
Komaroff scores with punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Gatsby covering up well under a series of strikes from Komaroff.
We've been hearing good reports from Komaroff'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.
Gatsby manages to reverse the position and now he's in Komaroff's guard. Nice work there by Gatsby.
Komaroff working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gatsby.
Komaroff is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
#SUB2#
Gatsby drops back looking for a leg! Komaroff is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Komaroff manages to kick Gatsby off! Gatsby jumps back into Komaroff's guard.
Gatsby stopping the sweep attempt from Komaroff.
Gatsby landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Komaroff has momentary wrist control but Gatsby slips an elbow through the middle.
Komaroff is controlling Gatsby's posture.
Gatsby trying to control but Komaroff is working from the bottom.
Komaroff working a defensive guard here.
Gatsby loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gatsby stopping the sweep attempt from Komaroff.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gatsby missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gatsby trying to control but Komaroff is working from the bottom.
Komaroff tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Gatsby is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Komaroff is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Komaroff has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Komaroff works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Komaroff sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gatsby defending well though.
Komaroff scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nice strikes from Komaroff there.
Gatsby is staying active underneath Komaroff, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Komaroff pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Komaroff keeps him under control.
Komaroff lands strikes from half guard.
Komaroff takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Komaroff thows a huge punch but Gatsby dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Komaroff is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gatsby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Komaroff. #T4#
Komaroff is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
Komaroff looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Komaroff missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Komaroff is just content to waste time from the top position. Gatsby takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Komaroff sitting in guard here, content to control.
Komaroff is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Komaroff's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vasili Komaroff dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Gatsby misses with a wild combination.
Komaroff moves out of range as Gatsby strikes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Komaroff tests Gatsby's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gatsby as he avoids it easily.
Gatsby swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Komaroff wants to clinch.
Komaroff keeps Gatsby at a distance using the push kick.
A head kick misses from Komaroff.
Komaroff is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gatsby can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby digs a good body shot into Komaroff's ribs.
Some wild striking there from Gatsby.
Komaroff is looking to counter with head kicks.
Vasili Komaroff is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Komaroff throws a good cross that connects.
A solid leg kick lands there for Komaroff.
#T1#
Gatsby avoids the head kick by Komaroff.
Gatsby tests Komaroff's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD#
Komaroff shoots in and bounces Gatsby off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Komaroff trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gatsby working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Komaroff doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Komaroff manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Komaroff lands a couple of digs.
Komaroff postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Komaroff throws a strike but Gatsby rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Gatsby trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Komaroff manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gatsby manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Komaroff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Gatsby working for a triangle but Komaroff defends it easily.
Komaroff is looking to work some ground and pound but Gatsby has wrist control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Komaroff trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Komaroff looking to pass the guard.
Komaroff trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom. #T3#
Komaroff postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Komaroff wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Komaroff chips away with some ground and pound.
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
Gatsby is looking to sweep but instead, Komaroff has passed into half guard.
#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Komaroff missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Komaroff sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gatsby defending well though.
Komaroff seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4#
Komaroff missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gatsby slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gatsby tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Komaroff landing some decent shots from guard.
Komaroff is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Komaroff landing with the ground and pound.
Vasili Komaroff overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Komaroff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Komaroff accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gatsby preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Komaroff working some strikes from top position.
Komaroff with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vasili Komaroff 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##CL#
Komaroff clinches.
Komaroff is working for takedown but Gatsby is calmly controlling the position for now.
Komaroff swings wildly with an uppercut but Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gatsby tries to score a body lock takedown but Komaroff shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Gatsby is looking to take this one to the mat.
Komaroff wants to get back to striking at distance but Gatsby won't allow it.
Gatsby blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gatsby is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vasili Komaroff has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Gatsby can't get the takedown.
Gatsby is trying to drag Komaroff to the mat but Komaroff just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Komaroff scores with a hook to the body.
Gatsby has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Komaroff after a bit of a struggle.
Komaroff lands a shoulder strike.
Komaroff is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#T1#
Gatsby tries for a takedown but Komaroff manages to get underhooks.
Gatsby takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Komaroff lands with a right to the head. #TD#
Komaroff is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Gatsby can't fight it off and eventually Komaroff manages to take the fight to the floor. Gatsby looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Komaroff lands a couple of digs.
Komaroff distracts Gatsby with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Komaroff throws a big right hand that misses.
Komaroff trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Komaroff accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for a guillotine here but Komaroff defends easily.
Komaroff is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2#
Komaroff trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Komaroff accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gatsby avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Komaroff wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gatsby is trying to keep Komaroff in close.
Gatsby avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Vasili Komaroff is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Komaroff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Komaroff stands and throws Gatsby's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Komaroff throws an elbow but Gatsby slips to the side and avoids it well.
Komaroff working away.
Komaroff wants to control but Gatsby is keeping him busy.
Komaroff has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Komaroff is landing with some decent strikes but Gatsby is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T4#
Komaroff trying to control but Gatsby is having none of it.
Gatsby sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Komaroff drops an elbow to the side of Gatsby's head. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Komaroff is keen to just control but Gatsby is a slippery customer.
Komaroff is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Komaroff controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vasili Komaroff showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Komaroff, 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vasili Komaroff!
A determined Vasili Komaroff 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:
CEFC Live 59
Date: Jul 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Gatsby connects with a body shot.
Szczęsny is looking to chop away at Gatsby's legs.
Gatsby looks to land a right hand but Szczęsny moved out of range.
Gatsby throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gatsby fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Szczęsny.
Gatsby misses with a jab to the body
and Szczęsny connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Szczęsny is looking to clinch.
Szczęsny throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Gatsby throws a head kick that misses.
Gatsby misses with a wild body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Szczęsny checks a leg kick.
Gatsby misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a quick counter kick to the body but Gatsby avoids it.
Szczęsny loads up on a big right hand but Gatsby slips the punch.
Szczęsny ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
A big right from Gatsby misses.
Gatsby throws a head kick that misses.
Gatsby throws a looping overhand right but Szczęsny ducks down to avoid it.
Szczęsny thinks about countering with a head kick.
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!
Nice body punch from Gatsby. #T1#
Gatsby misses with a low kick as Szczęsny jumps back.
Gatsby throws a low kick, looking for Szczęsny's leg but Szczęsny calmly moves out of range.
Szczęsny uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gatsby.
Szczęsny really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Szczęsny leaves Gatsby with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Szczęsny throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Szczęsny uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gatsby.
Gatsby throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gatsby throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Szczęsny wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Szczęsny tries to work over Gatsby's front leg with a kick but Gatsby checks it.
Szczęsny tries to clinch up but Gatsby circles away and keeps his distance.
Gatsby lands a really nice looking cross but Szczęsny seems unphased.
Gatsby chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Szczęsny can pounce on him.
Gatsby 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.
Szczęsny takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gatsby blocks a leg kick.
Szczęsny ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
Szczęsny definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Szczęsny connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gatsby's hands.
Gatsby throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Szczęsny sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Gatsby shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Szczęsny manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gatsby with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Szczęsny looking to control.
#SUB#
Szczęsny escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gatsby gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gatsby stands up over Szczęsny, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Gatsby avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gatsby throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Szczęsny works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Gatsby drops back looking for a leg! Szczęsny is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Szczęsny manages to kick Gatsby off! Gatsby jumps back into Szczęsny's guard.
Gatsby cracks Szczęsny with a solid left hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Szczęsny has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gatsby can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gatsby postures up in Szczęsny's guard and throws a big left but Szczęsny blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gatsby with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gatsby keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Szczęsny's head.
Szczęsny is trying to control the position but Gatsby postures up. #T4#
Gatsby lands a couple of digs.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Szczęsny is keeping the position for now.
Szczęsny is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
#SUB#
Szczęsny working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gatsby doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gatsby manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Szczęsny is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Gatsby misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Szczęsny feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Good exchange - Gatsby coming out on top.
Gatsby throws a big shot that misses.
Gatsby tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Szczęsny swivels and escapes.
Gatsby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gatsby uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a chopping leg kick but Gatsby manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Gatsby throws a series of punches but Szczęsny avoids them all with ease.
Gatsby swings away with a body shot that misses
and Szczęsny counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gatsby thinking.
Joe Gatsby seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Szczęsny closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Gatsby turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Szczęsny gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Szczęsny tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Szczęsny doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gatsby. #T1#
Szczęsny wants to get back to his feet.
Szczęsny knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gatsby on the ground.
Gatsby works his way into full mount!
Szczęsny tries to lock up and control but Gatsby gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gatsby has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Szczęsny is working to get back to half guard.
Gatsby has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gatsby cracks Szczęsny with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#T2##SUB2#
Gatsby has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Szczęsny is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that KAISER Nutrition - Q160 logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
CEFC 296
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Gatsby shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Chernishev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Chernishev moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gatsby throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sloppy strikes from Gatsby. Those never looked like landing.
Gatsby slips a jab and a cross from Chernishev.
Gatsby cracks the inside of Chernishev's front leg.
Gatsby throws a low kick but Chernishev avoids it.
Gatsby uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chernishev.
Chernishev feints and then cracks Gatsby's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gatsby down.
Gatsby moves out of range as Chernishev strikes.
Chernishev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gatsby.
An inside leg kick lands from Gatsby.
Chernishev ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
Gatsby throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot to the body from Gatsby misses
and Gatsby takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gatsby throws a sloppy head kick
and Chernishev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chernishev lands a jab to Gatsby's midsection.
Gatsby throws a hook but Chernishev avoids it easily.#T1#
Gatsby dives in and grabs Chernishev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chernishev pushes down on Gatsby's head and hops out.
Chernishev avoids the body shot from Gatsby.
Chernishev scores with a punch to the head.
Chernishev scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Gatsby throws a body shot but no joy.
Chernishev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gatsby throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Chernishev throws a big shot that misses.
Chernishev lands a glancing blow to the side of Gatsby's head.
Gatsby is trying hard to land a takedown here. Chernishev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gatsby takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gatsby bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Chernishev's head backwards.
Gatsby with a jab.
Chernishev misses with a wild body shot.
Gatsby looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Gatsby shoots and misses
and Chernishev counters with a left and a right that stings Gatsby.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Gatsby drives through with a takedown into Chernishev's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Chernishev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gatsby throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Chernishev keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gatsby postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Chernishev is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gatsby, into his guard. #REVB#
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Chernishev from controlling successfully.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
#T3#
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Chernishev from controlling successfully.
Chernishev postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gatsby working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chernishev.
Chernishev working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Chernishev working some strikes from top position.
Chernishev works over Gatsby with some ground and pound from guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Chernishev scoring with some ground and pound.
Gatsby preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Gatsby being controlled here, momentarily.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Chernishev must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chernishev trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Gatsby gets caught flat footed, as Chernishev shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Gatsby utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Chernishev avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chernishev working some strikes from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Chernishev dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Gatsby misses with a few strikes there.
Chernishev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chernishev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Chernishev throws a shot from downtown. Gatsby moves away and avoids it.
Gatsby fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Chernishev checks it well.
Gatsby is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chernishev throws a lazy right hand but Gatsby sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chernishev lands a leg kick that knocks Gatsby off balance momentarily.
Some wild striking there from Gatsby.
Gatsby wants to clinch up but Chernishev keeps it at a distance.
Chernishev looks to score with a jab to the body but Gatsby is just out of range.
Gatsby swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Chernishev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gatsby connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gatsby changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gatsby checks the leg kick nicely there.
Chernishev cracks Gatsby with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chernishev throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
Gatsby throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Gatsby swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gatsby takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Chernishev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chernishev cracks Gatsby with a good jab.
Gatsby missing with a left hand there. Chernishev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gatsby throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gatsby throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chernishev.
Chernishev throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Chernishev swings for the body but Gatsby moves out of range.
No luck for Gatsby with that takedown attempt.
Gatsby cracks Chernishev with a good jab.
Gatsby throws the left hand but Chernishev avoids the punch easily.
Chernishev lands a nice shot to the body.
Gatsby looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chernishev takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Chernishev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chernishev scores with a body shot.
Chernishev has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gatsby.
Gatsby throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Chernishev tries to bum rush Gatsby with a series of wild strikes but Gatsby uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Chernishev scores with a hook.
Chernishev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Chernishev wants it to stay on the feet.
Gatsby misses with a shot to the body
and Chernishev counters with a slapping leg kick.
Gatsby gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chernishev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gatsby thinking.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gatsby lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gatsby throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gatsby lands with a cross.
Chernishev dodges the punch combination from Gatsby.
A little jabbing left from Chernishev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gatsby just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Chernishev tries to move into range but Gatsby moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Chernishev slips under a jab.
Gatsby takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice straight punches there by Chernishev. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chernishev.
Chernishev throws a solid leg kick but Gatsby takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chernishev.
Gatsby shoots in but Chernishev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Chernishev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Chernishev throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gatsby connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sergey Chernishev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gatsby lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A shot to the body from Gatsby misses
and Chernishev counters with a nice body shot.
Gatsby throws out a loose jab but Chernishev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gatsby misses with a lunging right hand
and Chernishev counters with a left to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gatsby gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T4#
Gatsby takes one to the side of the head.
Chernishev throws a right and a left that both miss.
Chernishev just misses with a punch to the body.
Gatsby shoots in and drives through. Chernishev sprawls well.
Chernishev dips to his left and cracks Gatsby with an uppercut!
Chernishev chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#TD#
Gatsby closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Chernishev's guard.
Sergey Chernishev has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gatsby with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gatsby throws a strike but Chernishev rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Chernishev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gatsby has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chernishev has managed to get both his arms back between Gatsby's legs - danger averted.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chernishev connects with a couple of short punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Sergey Chernishev 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#
Chernishev just misses with a punch to the body.
Gatsby works the jab nicely.
Gatsby jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chernishev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Chernishev wants it to stay on the feet.
A decent looking cross lands there for Chernishev.
Chernishev looks to land a right hand but Gatsby moved out of range.
Gatsby blocks a leg kick.
Chernishev staying out of range there.
Chernishev swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gatsby.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt
and Chernishev counters with a left and a right that stings Gatsby.
Nice shot lands for Chernishev.
Gatsby takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chernishev drops his hands momentarily and Gatsby takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Chernishev cracks Gatsby with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Chernishev throws a low kick but Gatsby moves out of range easily.
Chernishev just misses with a punch to the body.
Gatsby tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chernishev defends well and Gatsby ends up having to push Chernishev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Gatsby displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chernishev throws out the jab.
Chernishev ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
Gatsby loads up on a big right hand but Chernishev slips the punch.
Chernishev wants to slow Gatsby down by chopping away at his legs.
Chernishev throws a hook but Gatsby blocks it.
It looked like Gatsby wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gatsby takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Chernishev buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gatsby looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chernishev works Gatsby's body with a nice hook.
Gatsby looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Chernishev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gatsby connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chernishev throws a chopping leg kick but Gatsby manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Gatsby is defended easily by Chernishev.
Gatsby slips a jab from Chernishev.
Sergey Chernishev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt
and Chernishev counters with a left and a right that stings Gatsby.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chernishev thows a leg kick but Gatsby checks it #TD#
and Gatsby counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Chernishev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gatsby throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chernishev works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chernishev manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gatsby manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Gatsby is trying to control the position but Chernishev postures up.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chernishev cracks Gatsby with a solid left hand.
Chernishev wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving.
Gatsby can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chernishev controls the pace.#SUB#
Gatsby has an active guard here but Chernishev has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3#
Gatsby has hold of Chernishev's hands but Chernishev slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Chernishev is looking to stall here but Gatsby recovers full guard.
Chernishev passes Gatsby's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Chernishev keeps him under control.#SUB#
Gatsby actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Chernishev seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chernishev drops an elbow to the side of Gatsby's head.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Chernishev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chernishev wants to take a breather but Gatsby is having none of it.
Chernishev is looking to stall here but Gatsby recovers full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Chernishev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Chernishev 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Chernishev!
A very excited looking Sergey Chernishev made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
PFC 43 Breaking Point*
Date: Jun 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Gatsby. #CL#
Ortega clinches with his opponent.
Ortega lands a right hand that snaps the head of Gatsby backwards.
Ortega prevents a takedown attempt there.
A short right from Ortega on the inside.
Gatsby is looking for a takedown.
Ortega tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ortega gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Gatsby.
I was talking to Ortega's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Carlos Ortega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Ortega fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ortega misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ortega makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ortega has a couple of punches blocked by Gatsby.
Ortega tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ortega working aggressively here.
Gatsby drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ortega pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ortega throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gatsby misses with a body shot.
Gatsby throws a left and a right that both miss
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Gatsby changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ortega tries to avoid it but Gatsby manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ortega to the ground. Ortega escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ortega lands a slapping body shot.
Gatsby gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ortega ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL#
Ortega takes the fight into the clinch.
Ortega misses with some punches.
Ortega prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ortega gets underhooks to prevent Gatsby's takedown attempt.
Gatsby wants to take the fight to the mat but Ortega manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ortega misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Gatsby has clasped his hands together around Ortega's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ortega is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Gatsby looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ortega is looking to regain half guard here but Gatsby keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Gatsby tries to score with some ground and pound. Ortega controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Ortega wants to get back to his feet.
Ortega manages to get back to half guard.
Gatsby has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Gatsby thows a huge punch but Ortega dodges it nicely.
Gatsby throwing shots but Ortega is blocking nicely.
Ortega manages to get to full guard.
Ortega working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gatsby. #T3#
Gatsby working some strikes from top position.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gatsby with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ortega looking for a sweep. Not yet Ortega, not yet.
Gatsby throws a big elbow that misses.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ortega is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Gatsby looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ortega is one step ahead there.
Ortega would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T4##SUB2#
Gatsby working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ortega doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ortega manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ortega has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ortega is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Carlos Ortega dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Gatsby clinches up with Ortega and pushes him back against the cage.
Gatsby has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ortega after a bit of a struggle.
A short right from Ortega on the inside.
Ortega working aggressively here.
Gatsby can't get the takedown.
Ortega digs a right hand into Gatsby's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Gatsby's gas tank.
Gatsby takes a shot to the head.
Ortega lands a right hand that snaps the head of Gatsby backwards.
Ortega scores with a shot to the side of Gatsby's head.
Gatsby has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ortega avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Carlos Ortega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Gatsby drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ortega gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ortega lands a nice uppercut.
Ortega tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gatsby's elbow.
Gatsby drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ortega prevents the takedown attempt.
Gatsby tries for a takedown but Ortega manages to get underhooks.
#T1#
Ortega gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Gatsby.
Gatsby has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ortega avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Ortega lands a right hand.
Ortega scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ortega doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ortega goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ortega is pressed up against the cage. Gatsby has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ortega down to the mat. Ortega avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ortega throws a chopping leg kick but Gatsby manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ortega scores with a jab to the head.
Gatsby avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ortega ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
Carlos Ortega is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gatsby fails with the takedown.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ortega, as that shot connected.
Gatsby misses with a low kick as Ortega jumps back.
Gatsby avoids the body shot from Ortega.
Gatsby throws a head kick but Ortega moves out of range.
#T2#
Gatsby jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A lazy left from Ortega finds it's target.
Ortega lands an overhand right.
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!
Ortega misses with a hook. Gatsby ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Ortega takes the fight into the clinch.
Ortega is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gatsby can do to turn this around?
Gatsby is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ortega pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Gatsby changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ortega fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Gatsby on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Gatsby missing with a left hand there. Ortega was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gatsby fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ortega jabs at Gatsby's body.
Ortega ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.#CL#
Ortega has closed the distance and engaged Gatsby in a clinch.
Ortega lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Ortega lands a right hand.
Gatsby has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ortega after a bit of a struggle.
Ortega misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ortega softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ortega is pressed up against the cage. Gatsby has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ortega down to the mat. Ortega avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ortega cracks a nice hook into Gatsby's ribs.
Gatsby closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ortega circles away.
Gatsby is breathing heavily.
Ortega slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ortega cracks Gatsby with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL#
Ortega has closed the distance and engaged Gatsby in a clinch.
Gatsby is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ortega pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Gatsby has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ortega avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gatsby goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ortega prevents it.
Ortega softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gatsby blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ortega working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ortega works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ortega lands with a light punch inside.
Ortega works on Gatsby's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Ortega lands a shoulder strike.
Ortega stops a takedown attempt from Gatsby.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ortega.
Ortega misses with the head strike.
Ortega prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ortega lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ortega lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ortega fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gatsby drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ortega gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ortega stops a takedown attempt from Gatsby.
Ortega throws a head punch that misses.
Gatsby blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ortega can't find room to land a body shot as Gatsby controls the action.
Ortega tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ortega lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ortega lands a right hand that snaps the head of Gatsby backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Carlos Ortega dominated that second round.
That's time! Ortega's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ortega chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#CL2#
Gatsby clinches up against the cage.
Gatsby changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ortega fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ortega throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab lands there for Ortega.
Gatsby tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ortega sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gatsby somewhat.
Ortega thuds his shin into the meat of Gatsby's side.
Ortega lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Gatsby at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ortega looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to close the distance and clinch but Ortega swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ortega doesn't manage to clinch there - Gatsby circles away.
A left lands for Ortega.#CL#
Ortega instigates a clinch.
Gatsby is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Carlos Ortega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.#T1#
Ortega swings wildly with an uppercut but Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gatsby blocks an uppercut.
Ortega lands a shoulder strike.
Gatsby is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ortega is defending well.
Gatsby takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ortega lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ortega.
A shot in the inside from Ortega.
A shot in the inside from Ortega.
Ortega doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ortega softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ortega creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Gatsby goes for a takedown attempt but Ortega pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ortega tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Ortega rushes Gatsby and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ortega.
Gatsby drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gatsby tries for a takedown but Ortega manages to get underhooks.
#T2#
Ortega working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gatsby has Ortega pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ortega manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Ortega is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Gatsby's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gatsby's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ortega tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Ortega as the two fighters clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ortega.
Ortega throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gatsbys head.
Ortega is working Gatsby over against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Ortega.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ortega. #ROC#
Gatsby is rocked!
Ortega lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Gatsby is still on wobbly legs! Can Ortega finish him?
Good body shot from Ortega.
Ortega lands a big right hand that drops Gatsby! The killer instinct kicks in and Ortega finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Ortega!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carlos Ortega!
Carlos Ortega 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:
PFC 34: Revolution*
Date: Apr 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Gatsby fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
På Taket throwing a counter right hand but Gatsby manages to avoid it.
På Taket checks a low kick from Gatsby.
På Taket throws a looping overhand right but Gatsby ducks down to avoid it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Gatsby has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
På Taket misses with a body shot.
Gatsby looks for a takedown but På Taket sprawls well.
På Taket throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gatsby stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gatsby scores with a crisp jab that stopped På Taket in his tracks.
På Taket throws a hook but Gatsby avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
På Taket takes one to the chin there.
På Taket jabs Gatsby to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gatsby fails with an attempt to clinch.
På Taket displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gatsby.
På Taket was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Karlsson På Taket has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.#T1#
A big left from På Taket misses.
A head kick from Gatsby lands but På Taket takes it in his stride.
Gatsby fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but På Taket avoids it really well and circles away.
Gatsby fails with the takedown
and På Taket counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
På Taket looks to land a left hand but Gatsby moved out of range nicely.
På Taket looks to land a left hand but Gatsby moved out of range nicely.
Gatsby swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gatsby works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
På Taket looks to throw the jab but Gatsby is out of range.
A low kick from Gatsby is predictable there
and På Taket counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Gatsby is trying hard to land a takedown here. På Taket sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
På Taket throwing a counter right hand but Gatsby manages to avoid it.#T2#
Gatsby avoids the body shot from På Taket.
Gatsby finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
På Taket stuffs the takedown.
Gatsby slips a straight right by På Taket.
Gatsby swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
På Taket lands with a cross. #TD2#
Gatsby drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Gatsby trying to control but På Taket is working from the bottom.
Gatsby is in close to På Taket's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Gatsby drops back looking for a leg! På Taket is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and På Taket manages to kick Gatsby off! Gatsby jumps back into På Taket's guard.
Gatsby being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
På Taket has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gatsby is looking to work some ground and pound but På Taket has wrist control.
På Taket seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gatsby throwing strikes from guard but På Taket blocks nicely.
På Taket is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #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.
Gatsby is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Gatsby has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
På Taket keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
På Taket pulls Gatsby in to control the position. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
På Taket has his foot on Gatsby's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gatsby works his way back into a safe position though.
Gatsby throwing strikes but missing.
På Taket is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
På Taket bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
På Taket lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
På Taket throws a good cross that connects.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karlsson På Taket dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
På Taket defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gatsby.
På Taket scores with a jab to the jaw.
På Taket slaps away a takedown attempt from Gatsby, before circling back to the center of the mat.
It looked like På Taket wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Gatsby manages to get an easy takedown there - catching På Taket on his heels. He'll look to pass På Taket's guard now, I'm sure.
På Taket is adopting a defensive guard.
På Taket has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but På Taket is retaining full guard.
På Taket trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Gatsby throws a big elbow that misses.
På Taket is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
På Taket keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
På Taket trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
På Taket takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Gatsby darts in looking for a takedown but På Taket gets double underhooks and turns Gatsby into the cage.
Karlsson På Taket has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Gatsby dives in and grabs På Taket's left leg, looking for a takedown. På Taket pushes down on Gatsby's head and hops out.
An attempted straight right counter from På Taket misses the target.
Gatsby has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
Gatsby lands a really nice looking cross but På Taket seems unphased.
På Taket ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gatsby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gatsby shoots in and drives through. På Taket sprawls well.
Gatsby showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from På Taket.
Gatsby throws a body shot but no joy.
Gatsby has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gatsby there as he acknowledges the shot.
Gatsby dives in for a single leg takedown but På Taket sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gatsby has a takedown stuffed.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt
and På Taket cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Gatsby throws a head kick that misses.
På Taket throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gatsby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
På Taket cracks Gatsby with an open hand slap.
På Taket throws the left hand but Gatsby avoids the punch easily.
Gatsby with a lazy takedown attempt
and På Taket counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
That has opened up Joe Gatsby's cut even more.
Gatsby throws a body punch but På Taket moves out of range.
Gatsby throws a leg kick but På Taket checks it.
På Taket connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gatsby's hands.#ROC#
Gatsby is rocked!#TD2#
Gatsby scores with a takedown into På Taket's guard.
På Taket is adopting a defensive guard.
This is a sustained period of stalling by På Taket.#T4#
Gatsby throws a big right hand that misses.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as På Taket holds on and takes a little breather.
Gatsby is working På Taket over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gatsby keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of På Taket's head.
Gatsby advances position into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
På Taket tries to buck Gatsby off but Gatsby is having none of it.
På Taket holding on.
Gatsby taking a break here but På Taket is having none of it and regains 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 Karlsson På Taket will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Gatsby 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.
Gatsby shoots and misses
and På Taket cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice straight punches there by På Taket. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of På Taket.#TD2#
Gatsby looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for På Taket!
You can see the frustration on På Taket's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Gatsby tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on På Taket's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
På Taket parries the strikes from Gatsby easily there. Gatsby is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable På Taket to escape.
På Taket is looking for a sweep.
På Taket struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby working the ground and pound but På Taket is defending the strikes. #SUB2#
Gatsby tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gatsby working away.
På Taket is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Gatsby is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Karlsson På Taket is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gatsby throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Gatsby tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
På Taket struggling a bit here.
Joe Gatsby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB2#
Gatsby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
På Taket managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Gatsby.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but På Taket keeps working.
På Taket is looking to reverse the position.
Gatsby working away.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
På Taket prevents Gatsby from moving into mount.
På Taket has one of Gatsby's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gatsby misses with a looping left.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as På Taket sprawls well. På Taket wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gatsby gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
På Taket loads up on a big right hand but Gatsby slips the punch.
Gatsby fails with the takedown.
Karlsson På Taket has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts På Taket, as that shot connected.
Gatsby fails with the takedown.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gatsby takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
På Taket scores with a shot to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Gatsby comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think På Taket 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karlsson På Taket!
During a confident post fight interview, Karlsson På Taket thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
PFC 28 Romanow vs Darkk
Date: Mar 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Gatsby shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Pettaway counters with a three punch combo that has Gatsby backing up. Gatsby nods at Pettaway to acknowledge the strikes.
Gatsby works the jab nicely.
A jab from Pettaway finds it's way through Gatsby's defenses.
Pettaway is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Gatsby.
Gatsby seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Gatsby.
Pettaway throws a combination. Gatsby tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gatsby misses the shot to the body.
A nice side step and Pettaway releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Gatsby is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pettaway! But no joy.
Gatsby misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pettaway.
Gatsby misses with a double jab
and Pettaway counters with a thumping low kick.
Gatsby misses with a right hand
and Pettaway counters with a stiff right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Pettaway there.
Pettaway 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.
Gatsby is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pettaway sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt - Pettaway sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A little jabbing left from Pettaway on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Pettaway misses with a looping left.
Pettaway takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pettaway misses with a few strikes there.
Pettaway throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gatsby on the side of the head.
Gatsby sizes up Pettaway with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pettaway throws a leg kick that misses.
Gatsby appears to be looking for a big counter.
Gatsby fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pettaway manages to avoid it.
Gatsby misses with a leg kick
letting Pettaway counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheers as Pettaway lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gatsby doesn't seem phased though.
Pettaway throws a leg kick that misses.
Gatsby shoots in for a double leg but Pettaway sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Pettaway needs to keep his hands up - Gatsby had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A left and a right from Gatsby both land. Nice combination.
Pettaway swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gatsby darts in looking for a takedown but Pettaway gets double underhooks and turns Gatsby into the cage. #T2#
Pettaway lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gatsby's sensitive parts.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt - Pettaway sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Pettaway throws out a counter right but Gatsby avoids it with no problem.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pettaway slips under a jab from Gatsby.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pettaway! But no joy.
A solid leg kick lands there for Pettaway.
Pettaway fails to land with a series of punches.
Pettaway lands the left hand.
A big right from Pettaway misses.
Gatsby will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Pettaway swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pettaway.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gatsby. Pettaway does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gatsby tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Pettaway defends well and Gatsby ends up having to push Pettaway into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Gatsby checks the leg kick nicely there.
Gatsby looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gatsby takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T3#
Pettaway scores with a spinning back kick!
Pettaway takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown but Pettaway shows good takedown defense.
Pettaway dips to his left and cracks Gatsby with an uppercut!
Pettaway leaves Gatsby with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pettaway looks to land a left hand but Gatsby moved out of range nicely.
Pettaway slaps away a takedown attempt from Gatsby, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pettaway lands with a thumping leg kick.
Pettaway moves away from the strike by Gatsby.
Pettaway punishes Gatsby's body with a nice straight punch.
Gatsby feints a jab promting Pettaway to slip. Gatsby then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Pettaway slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pettaway throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4##TD#
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Pettaway looking to control.
#SUB#
Gatsby drops back, looking for a kneebar! Pettaway looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Pettaway looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Pettaway! #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Pettaway tries for a kimura but Gatsby is defending well.
Gatsby is looking to reverse the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pettaway takes a little break here. Gatsby wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Pettaway working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herschel Pettaway dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Gatsby moves out of range as Pettaway strikes.
Gatsby swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gatsby misses with a body shot.
Pettaway changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gatsby connects with a looping right hand.
#TD#
Gatsby feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Pettaway looking to control.
Gatsby preventing the sweep.
Pettaway has his hands on Gatsby's head, controlling the position.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Pettaway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pettaway is looking to sweep but instead, Gatsby has passed into half guard.
Pettaway wants to improve his position but Gatsby is controlling well.
#T1#
Pettaway wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pettaway defends it well.
Gatsby is looking to advance position but Pettaway won't allow it.
Gatsby prevents Pettaway from improving his position.
Pettaway trying to hold on to Gatsby's head to control him but Gatsby postures up.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gatsby thows a huge punch but Pettaway dodges it nicely.
Gatsby thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Gatsby seems to be looking for submissions.
Pettaway is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gatsby is keen to just control but Pettaway is a slippery customer.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Pettaway wants to improve his position but Gatsby is controlling well.
#SUB#
Gatsby wants to work for an arm triangle but Pettaway is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pettaway works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pettaway is keeping the position for now.
Pettaway keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gatsby connects with a right hand. Pettaway shakes it off.
Gatsby with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pettaway counters with a right hand to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Gatsby misses the target.
Pettaway throws a jab when Gatsby was well out of range.
Pettaway lands with an overhand left.
Gatsby closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD#
Gatsby is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Pettaway's half guard.#T4#
Pettaway is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pettaway is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
Joe Gatsby overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gatsby drops an elbow to the side of Pettaway's head.
Pettaway wants to improve his position but Gatsby is controlling well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pettaway is looking to control Gatsby's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pettaway avoid being mounted?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. 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#
Pettaway throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Gatsby counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Pettaway pulls Gatsby in close to his closed guard and prevents Gatsby from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gatsby with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gatsby is pushing down on Pettaway's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pettaway is fighting to maintain full guard but Gatsby has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gatsby blocks the strikes from Pettaway.
Pettaway tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Gatsby lands a nice short elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pettaway trying to control here.
Nice strikes from Gatsby there. #T1##SUB#
Gatsby is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pettaway doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gatsby.
Gatsby looks to land a strike but Pettaway avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Pettaway looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gatsby works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Pettaway moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pettaway wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Pettaway keeps moving.
Gatsby throws a strike but Pettaway rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Gatsby has momentary wrist control but Pettaway slips an elbow through the middle.
Pettaway wants to control from the top but Gatsby keeps moving. #SUB#
Pettaway content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Gatsby has locked up a guillotine! Gatsby's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Pettaway is holding on here and Gatsby must be using up a lot of energy. Pettaway has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Gatsby gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby made sure to mention his sponsor, KAISER Nutrition - Q160 in his post fight interview.
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Event:
UFC 9-The End Of An Era
Date: Feb 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Wightman fails with a takedown attempt.
Gatsby moves out of range as Wightman strikes.
Gatsby misses with a leg kick.
Wightman connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wightman fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gatsby is out of range.
Gatsby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Wightman tries to work over Gatsby's front leg with a kick but Gatsby checks it.
Wightman fails to land with a series of punches.
#TD#
Gatsby shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Wightman manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Wightman doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Wightman wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby 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.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Wightman is retaining full guard.
Gatsby throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wightman works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Gatsby trying to control but Wightman is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gatsby drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wightman manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gatsby has Wightman in his guard.#REVB#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wightman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wightman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Wightman from controlling successfully.
Gatsby trying to control the position here.
Wightman is looking to work some ground and pound but Gatsby has wrist control.#T2#
Wightman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wightman throwing strikes from guard but Gatsby blocks nicely.
Wightman passes Gatsby's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gatsby regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Wightman.
Wightman distracts Gatsby with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Wightman stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Gatsby has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Wightman manages to get his head free but now Gatsby has transitioned to an armbar! Wightman grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Gatsby! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby very nearly forgot to thank KAISER Nutrition - Q160 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
In defeat, Blake Wightman stepped up to the mic, saying 'He was a great fighter I just hope that he doesn't befall some unlucky accident with a shoebox!'.
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Event:
UFC 7-Gatsby vs Clattenburg
Date: Jan 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Gatsby takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#TD2#
Gatsby scores with a takedown into Nelson's guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Gatsby keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Nelson's head.
Gatsby tries to free his leg and advance position but Nelson is retaining full guard.
Gatsby is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gatsby throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby throws an elbow that misses. Nelson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gatsby's guard. Nice move by Nelson!#REVR##SU#
Nelson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Gatsby, up you get! #T1#
Gatsby misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gatsby thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nelson sizes up Gatsby with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD2#
Gatsby scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Nelson makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Nelson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gatsby throws a leg kick which misses Nelson's front leg but catches the back leg as Nelson tries to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gatsby closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gatsby lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nelson circles away quickly and effectively.
Nelson misses with a wild combination.
A big right from Gatsby misses.
Gatsby steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nelson.
Gatsby slips under a jab from Nelson.
Gatsby looks to land a left hand but Nelson moved out of range nicely.
Gatsby throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gatsby throws a jab when Nelson was well out of range.
Nelson throws a body punch but Gatsby moves out of range.
Nelson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gatsby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As Nelson backs off Gatsby throws a huge counter combo but Nelson manages to avoid it all.
Azumah Nelson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Gatsby throws a right and a left that Nelson avoids nicely.
Nelson lands a nice hook to Gatsby's body. Gatsby takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A low kick from Nelson is predictable there
and Gatsby counters with a stiff right hand.
Gatsby walks forward, straight into a front kick from Nelson.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nelson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gatsby ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nelson scores with a nice strike.
Nelson throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Gatsby counter with a right hand.
Nelson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Gatsby misses with a straight left.
Nelson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nelson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Nelson!
Nelson misses with a few strikes there.
Gatsby walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nelson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nelson throws a good cross that connects.
#TD2#
Gatsby closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Nelson quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nelson defends it well. #SUB2#
Gatsby is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3#
Gatsby prevents Nelson from improving his position.
Gatsby is pressing down on Nelson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nelson is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Gatsby wants to work for an arm triangle but Nelson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nelson tries to kick Gatsby off but Gatsby keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a kimura but Nelson is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Gatsby seems to be working for a kimura but Nelson defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Gatsby is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nelson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Gatsby wants to work for an arm triangle but Nelson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gatsby wants to pass to mount but Nelson is defending the position.
Gatsby wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
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 Azumah Nelson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Gatsby checks a low kick from Nelson.
Gatsby misses with a wild combination.
Nelson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gatsby manages to avoid it.
Donk. Gatsby catches Nelson right on the button with a cross.
Nelson scores with a nice right hand.
Gatsby moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gatsby. That's going to slow Nelson down.
Gatsby dodges the punch combination from Nelson.
It looks like Nelson has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Nelson throws a leg kick but Gatsby sees it coming and moves out of range.
Gatsby uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nelson.#TD2#
Nelson tries to sprawl but Gatsby drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Gatsby drops an elbow to the side of Nelson's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gatsby sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nelson defending well though.
Gatsby sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nelson defending well though.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nelson keeps working. #SUB2#
Gatsby is working for a kimura but Nelson is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1#
Gatsby throwing shots but Nelson is blocking nicely.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Gatsby tries to pass to full mount but Nelson defends it. #SUB2#
Gatsby is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nelson looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gatsby moves nicely into side control.
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson manages to get back to half guard.
Gatsby stops Nelson from getting back to his feet.
Gatsby throwing shots but Nelson is blocking nicely.
Gatsby sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nelson defending well though.
Gatsby with the ground and pound but Nelson uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T3#
Gatsby landing with the ground and pound.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gatsby.
Gatsby showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Gatsby trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Gatsby throws a big right hand that misses.
Gatsby loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #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.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nelson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Gatsby throws a head kick that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Nelson misses the target.
Nelson catches Gatsby with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nelson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gatsby.
Nelson throws a jab but it's blocked by Gatsby.
Gatsby dips to his left and cracks Nelson with an uppercut!
Gatsby jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nelson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gatsby in his tracks.
Nelson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Gatsby dives in and scores a takedown into Nelson's guard.
Nelson seems keen to control Gatsby's posture.
Nelson keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Nelson tries to sprawl but Gatsby drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Gatsby thows a huge punch but Nelson dodges it nicely.
Gatsby thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nelson is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for submissions but instead, Nelson has regained full guard.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gatsby drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gatsby jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gatsby trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom. #T1#
Nelson wants to get back to his feet but Gatsby is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Gatsby missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gatsby trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nelson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nelson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Gatsby throws a nice looking combination but Nelson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice shot lands for Nelson.
Gatsby tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nelson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nelson throws a combination. Gatsby tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nelson scores with a jab.
Gatsby checks a leg kick.#T2#
A jab lands there for Gatsby.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nelson shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gatsby eats them both and turns towards Nelson to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Nelson lands with a nice body punch. #TD2#
Gatsby bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Nelson is trying to buck Gatsby off.#SUB2#
Gatsby tries for a kimura but Nelson is defending well.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Nelson is working away.
Gatsby throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Gatsby is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Nelson looks calm but he's in trouble here. Gatsby gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Nelson is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Gatsby lets go of the hold and Nelson can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Revenge Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.
The defeated Azumah Nelson had this to say: 'the slowest learner I have ever had. lol had no chance'.
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Event:
UFC-Fright Night 12
Date: Dec 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Gatsby feints and then cracks Stanfield's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Stanfield down.
Gatsby avoids the body shot from Stanfield.
Stanfield throws a hook to the side of Gatsby's head but Gatsby sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stanfield throws a body kick that misses. #TD#
Gatsby looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES2#
Stanfield has his feet on Gatsby's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Stanfield 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.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stanfield misses the jab.
Gatsby bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stanfield takes one to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gatsby takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gatsby shoots for a takedown but Stanfield saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Stanfield throws a lazy right hand but Gatsby sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gatsby throws a nice looking combination but Stanfield bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gatsby throws the left hand but Stanfield avoids the punch easily.
Stanfield misses with a head kick.
Gatsby cracks Stanfield with an open hand slap.
Stanfield misses with a straight left. #T1#
Gatsby misses with a few strikes there.
Stanfield leaves Gatsby with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Stanfield takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Stanfield throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gatsby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stanfield tries a head kick but it misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gatsby. That's going to slow Stanfield down.
Stanfield throws a low kick but Gatsby avoids it.
Gatsby throws a jab but it's blocked by Stanfield.
Kane Stanfield is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stanfield dips to his left and cracks Gatsby with an uppercut!
Stanfield bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gatsby takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Stanfield throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Stanfield throws a lazy uppercut
and Stanfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Stanfield fails to land with a series of punches.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gatsby avoids the head kick by Stanfield.
Gatsby scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A jab lands there for Gatsby.
Gatsby throws a good cross that connects.
Stanfield tries to move into range but Gatsby moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A big right from Stanfield misses.
Stanfield takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gatsby jabs at Stanfield's body.
Gatsby avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Stanfield might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Gatsby shoots for a double leg takedown but Stanfield sprawls well. He's pushed Gatsby's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Gatsby instigates a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stanfield.
Stanfield pushes Gatsby back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gatsby has Stanfield pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Stanfield manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gatsby.
Gatsby goes for a takedown attempt but Stanfield pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Stanfield tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Gatsby cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Stanfield lands a body shot.
Gatsby scores with a jab.
Stanfield avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gatsby throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Stanfield plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Gatsby blocks a head kick by Stanfield.
Stanfield lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Gatsby backs up against the cage.
Gatsby will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gatsby misses the jab.
Stanfield walks into a left hand.
Stanfield misses with a two punch combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gatsby tests Stanfield's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gatsby lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#
It looks like Kane Stanfield has been cut.
Stanfield moves out of range as Gatsby strikes.#T4#
Stanfield uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gatsby.
Gatsby throws out a loose jab but Stanfield uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stanfield throws a hook but Gatsby avoids it easily.
Gatsby keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stanfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gatsby.
It looks like Gatsby has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Gatsby walks into a stiff left hand from Stanfield.
Gatsby fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stanfield manages to avoid it.
Gatsby throws a nice outside leg kick.
Stanfield looks to land a combination but Gatsby avoids it well.
It looked like Gatsby was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Stanfield throws a lazy uppercut
and Gatsby counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gatsby moves out of range as Stanfield throws a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gatsby throws a leg kick
and Stanfield counters with a stiff right hand.
Gatsby slips a straight right by Stanfield.
Gatsby lands a two punch combo.
Stanfield throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
As Stanfield tries to get set, Gatsby tries to push him back and clinch up but Stanfield manages to avoid the 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 Joe Gatsby will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Gatsby listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Stanfield blocks a head kick by Gatsby.
Gatsby misses with a hook
and Stanfield counters with a solid body kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Gatsby.
Stanfield moves out of range as Gatsby strikes.
Stanfield walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Gatsby misses with a wild body shot.
Gatsby throws a hook to the side of Stanfield's head but Stanfield sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gatsby tries to bum rush Stanfield with a series of wild strikes but Stanfield uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gatsby lands with a hook. Stanfield tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Stanfield fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gatsby on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stanfield gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stanfield just misses with a punch to the body.
Gatsby misses with an uppercut
and Stanfield counters with a nice uppercut.
Gatsby takes a swing at Stanfield's ribcage but misses.
Stanfield throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gatsby sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Stanfield misses with an uppercut.
Gatsby appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gatsby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joe Gatsby is winning the standup battle so far.
Gatsby fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Stanfield ducks under a wild hook from Gatsby.
Horrible takedown attempt by Gatsby or perhaps it was just good defense by Stanfield, which made it look bad.
Stanfield cracks Gatsby with a good jab.
Gatsby misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gatsby throws a looping overhand right but Stanfield ducks down to avoid it.
No joy there for Gatsby, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Stanfield misses with a straight left. #TD#
Gatsby scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Stanfield bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stanfield throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stanfield is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
Stanfield looks to throw the jab but Gatsby is out of range. #TD#
Stanfield gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Gatsby to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Gatsby is standing up over Stanfield. Stanfield looks to escape but Gatsby dives into side control.
#REVB##SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stanfield has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stanfield struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Gatsby is trying to get an arm triangle but Stanfield is defending well. #T3#
Stanfield prevents Gatsby from improving position.
Stanfield is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Stanfield is working away. #SUB#
Gatsby goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Stanfield has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gatsby but great work by Stanfield.#SU2#
Stanfield stands up and we're back to a striking position. #T4#
Stanfield lands with a right hand.
Stanfield throws a head kick but Gatsby moves out of range.
Gatsby keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Stanfield.
Stanfield gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gatsby.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gatsby checks a leg kick.
Stanfield throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Gatsby's head.
Stanfield misses the jab.
Gatsby misses with a series of wild punches.
Stanfield throws a lazy uppercut
and Gatsby cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Stanfield closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Stanfield scores with a nice hook to the head.
Gatsby has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Stanfield avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gatsby blocks an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kane Stanfield will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Stanfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gatsby.
Gatsby throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gatsby misses with a looping left.
Gatsby shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Gatsby takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gatsby scores with a jab. Stanfield acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gatsby moves out of range of the strikes.
Gatsby throws out a loose jab but Stanfield uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stanfield is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gatsby.
Gatsby thows a leg kick but Stanfield checks it
and Stanfield counters with a stiff right hand.
Gatsby throws an off balance right hand
and Stanfield counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Stanfield does it's job there.
Gatsby pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Gatsby darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1#
Stanfield is trying to stand back up but Gatsby is controlling him
Stanfield wants to stand back up but Gatsby manages to pass into side control.
Gatsby is chipping away with strikes.
Stanfield is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Gatsby misses with the ground and pound.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Gatsby is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Stanfield is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Stanfield pushes Gatsby away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Gatsby gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Kane Stanfield has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gatsby lands a decent elbow from side control.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stanfield keeps working.
Stanfield takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Stanfield is pushing Gatsby's head away, looking to escape. Gatsby manages to hold on to the position though.
Stanfield is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Gatsby's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Gatsby slips a nice elbow through Stanfield's hands, connecting with Stanfield's forehead.#T3##SUB#
Gatsby wants to work for an arm triangle but Stanfield is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Gatsby is working for a submission of some sort.
Stanfield looks like he's trying to stand up.
Stanfield has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gatsby is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Stanfield looks like he's trying to stand up.
Stanfield controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but Stanfield is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gatsby to get the leverage.
Stanfield wants to get back to his feet.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gatsby lands strikes from half guard.
Stanfield is looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Gatsby showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gatsby 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight as a draw!
Joe Gatsby wins by majority decision!
Joe Gatsby very nearly forgot to thank Revenge Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
DARE 16
Date: Dec 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Green lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A looping hook to the body misses from Green. Gatsby does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gatsby is looking to counter punch.
Nice jab there from Gatsby.
Green displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gatsby.
Green throws a counter combo.
Gatsby throws a nice looking combination but Green bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Green throws out a counter right but Gatsby avoids it with no problem.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gatsby throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A left lands for Green.
Green slaps away a takedown attempt from Gatsby, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt
and Green counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gatsby tries to clinch up.
Green swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Green dips to his left and cracks Gatsby with an uppercut!
Horrible takedown attempt by Gatsby or perhaps it was just good defense by Green, which made it look bad.
Green misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
Gatsby shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Gatsby showed some decent athleticism there.
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!
Green wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Green trying to control here.
Green tries to get to full guard but Gatsby has control of the leg.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but Green defending well.
Gatsby throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Gatsby is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Green is just riding it out for now. Gatsby eventually gives up the hold.
Green keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Green is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Green preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Gatsby throwing shots but Green is blocking nicely.
Gatsby throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Green to regain full guard. #T3#
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving.
Green looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gatsby is one step ahead there.
Gatsby throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Green works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Green manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Gatsby being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Gatsby has his foot on Green's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Green works his way back into a safe position though.
Green controlling from the top position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Let's hope that Green has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Soylent Green dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Gatsby cracks a nice hook into Green's ribs.
Green avoids a punch combination nicely.
Gatsby takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Green has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Green showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gatsby.
Green moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gatsby shoots in looking for a takedown but Green manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gatsby's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby shoots and misses
and Green counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gatsby thinking.
Green connects with a crisp jab.
Green fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gatsby is out of range.
Green has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Gatsby scores with a nice head shot.
Green stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Green wants it to stay on the feet.
Green throws out a counter right but Gatsby avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Green lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Gatsby takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Green connects with a nice looking jab.
Soylent Green seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Green tries to land a front kick but Gatsby steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gatsby keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Green.
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches up with Green, looking for a takedown. Gatsby pushes Green against the cage but Green circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Green showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gatsby.
Gatsby uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Green.
Gatsby is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Green scores with a hook.#TD#
Gatsby drives through with a takedown into Green's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Green swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Green has his hands on Gatsby's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Green can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gatsby controls the pace.
Gatsby working some strikes from top position.
Gatsby is in close to Green's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Gatsby drops back, looking for a kneebar! Green looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Green looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Green! #REVB#
Gatsby is trying to escape the position but Green is controlling the position. #T3#
Green tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Green is staying tight to Gatsby's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gatsby is not content to let Green control the position.
Green is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gatsby will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Green.
Gatsby is not content to let Green control the position.
Gatsby prevents Green from improving position.
Green controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gatsby tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Green wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Soylent Green 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!
#R3#
Green throws a nice inside leg kick.
Green misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gatsby.
Green blocks a head kick by Gatsby.
Gatsby will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Green is looking to land body kicks.
Gatsby throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gatsby darts in looking for a takedown but Green gets double underhooks and turns Gatsby into the cage.
Green throws a body kick that misses.
A swing and a miss from Gatsby.
Green avoids the body shot from Gatsby.
Gatsby takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby throws a hook but Green blocks it.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gatsby.
Green looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gatsby cracks Green with an open hand slap.
Green has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Gatsby shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Green pinned against the cage. Green gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Gatsby ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gatsby takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Green throws a sloppy head kick and Gatsby moves out of range easily.
Gatsby swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gatsby goes for a double leg but Green avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Green continues to drive forward.
Soylent Green is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gatsby misses with an uppercut
and Green counters with a three punch combo that has Gatsby backing up. Gatsby nods at Green to acknowledge the strikes.
Green throws a body punch but Gatsby moves out of range.
Green swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Green waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gatsby.
Green throws out a leg kick but Gatsby moves out of range and Green only half commits.
Gatsby swinging wildly here.
Green takes a swing at Gatsby's ribcage but misses.
Green throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Green, right into the meat.
Gatsby walks into a stiff left hand from Green.
A head kick misses from Green.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gatsby on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Green. Green obviously looking to wear him down.
Gatsby falls off balance throwing a combination
and Green counters with a nice body shot.
Green plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Gatsby closes this distance looking for a takedown but Green circles away.
Green looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Green fakes the leg kick and cracks Gatsby in the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gatsby.
Gatsby walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#ROC2#
Gatsby is rocked!
Green cracks Gatsby with an open hand slap.
Oh Gatsby is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Green sizes up Gatsby with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Green closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Gatsby! Green dives in looking to finish! Gatsby is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Soylent Green!
Soylent Green thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
UFC-Fright Night 5
Date: Oct 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Vicious misses with a straight right.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vicious , as that shot connected.
#TD#
Gatsby looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Gatsby is working for a kimura here but Vicious manages to reverse the position and he's now in Gatsby's guard.
Vicious wants to stand but Gatsby is controlling his posture from full guard.
Gatsby controls Vicious momentarily but Vicious frees himself.
My spies in NYC Striking Academy inform me that Vicious has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Vicious must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vicious content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Gatsby has locked up a guillotine! Gatsby's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Vicious is holding on here and Gatsby must be using up a lot of energy. Vicious has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Gatsby gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby is the new welterweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Joe Gatsby thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Sic Vicious was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll be back motherf##kers!!'.
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Event:
UFC 2-Game Time
Date: Aug 26, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Gatsby fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Merel to the ground. Gatsby is now in Merel's guard.#ES2#
Merel is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Gatsby tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Merel breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Gatsby feints and as Merel raises his hands in defense, Gatsby changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Merel lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
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!
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Merel manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB#
Gatsby is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Merel is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Merel has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Merel looking to pass the guard.
Gatsby is trying to keep Merel in close.
Gatsby keeping moving, preventing Merel from controlling successfully.
Gatsby looking to hit a scissor sweep but Merel is one step ahead there.
Merel sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Merel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Merel trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom. #T3#
Gatsby pulls Merel in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby 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.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merel trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Merel sprawls well. Merel wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gatsby gets slowly back to his feet.
Merel has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Gatsby is landing a low percentage of strikes.#TD#
Gatsby gets a double leg takedown into Merel's guard.#T4#
Gatsby advances position into side control!
Merel takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Merel isn't going anywhere.
Merel really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gatsby. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gatsby working the ground and pound.
Gatsby scoring with punches from side control.
Merel is trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gatsby working the head and body with strikes.
Merel looking for a sweep but Gatsby has passed into full mount! Oh no!
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 Joe Gatsby will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Gatsby fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gatsby throws a hook to the side of Merel's head but Merel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gatsby moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMerel.
Gatsby plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Gatsby throws a body punch but Merel moves out of range.
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches up with Merel, looking for a takedown. Gatsby pushes Merel against the cage but Merel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Merel gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gatsby looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Merel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Joe Gatsby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gatsby scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel blocks a head kick by Gatsby.
Merel flicks out a counter leg kick but Gatsby steps away.
Gatsby shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Merel defends it nicely.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Merel. No joy for Gatsby on that attempt.
Despite the aggression on Merel's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gatsby connects with a crisp jab.
Merel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gatsby.
Merel tries a quick counter leg kick but Gatsby is wise to it.
Gatsby throws a half hearted mid kick.
Joe Gatsby is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gatsby.#TD#
Gatsby shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Merel is trying to defend but Gatsby finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Merel wants to stand back up but Gatsby manages to pass into side control.
Gatsby creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Merel sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T2#
Gatsby working the ground and pound from side control.
Merel is looking to reverse the position.
Gatsby is looking to take a break and control but Merel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Merel on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
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!
Gatsby trying to control the position but Merel is working away.
Merel takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Gatsby working the body and head with strikes. #SUB#
Gatsby tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gatsby tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T3#
Gatsby trying to control the position but Merel is working away.
Gatsby misses with the ground and pound.
Gatsby 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.
Gatsby cracks Merel with a big elbow.
Merel takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#SUB#
Gatsby wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Merel, who protects the arm well.
Merel struggling a bit here.
Gatsby fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Gatsby working the ground and pound.#T4#
Gatsby lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Merel down.
The ground and pound from Gatsby seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Merel knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gatsby working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Gatsby is chipping away with strikes.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Merel is working away.
Merel dodges the ground and pound from Gatsby.
Gatsby works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#SUB#
Gatsby wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Merel, who protects the arm well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gatsby throws a right and a left that Merel avoids nicely.
Gatsby changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Merel tries to avoid it but Gatsby manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Merel to the ground. Merel escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Merel throws a fast counter high kick but Gatsby manages to duck under it in time.
Gatsby tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Merel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gatsby dives in and grabs Merel's left leg, looking for a takedown. Merel pushes down on Gatsby's head and hops out.
No joy there for Gatsby, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Merel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Merel takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gatsby dives in and grabs Merel's left leg, looking for a takedown. Merel pushes down on Gatsby's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gatsby.
Merel tries a quick counter leg kick but Gatsby is wise to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Merel! But no joy.
Merel with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gatsby to score with a decent uppercut.
Gatsby shoots in looking for a takedown but Merel manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gatsby's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Joe Gatsby is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Gatsby lands a nice shot that snaps Merel's head back.
Gatsby changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Merel tries to avoid it but Gatsby manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Merel to the ground. Merel escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Merel lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Jack Merel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Merel displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gatsby.
A slow jab from Merel misses its intended target.
Gatsby shoots in and drives through. Merel sprawls well.
Nice sprawl there from Merel as Gatsby shoots in.
Gatsby misses with a few strikes there.
Gatsby tries to land a leg kick but Merel saw it coming and moves away.
Gatsby rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Merel counters with a two punch combo.
Gatsby shoots and misses
and Merel counters with a big head kick but Gatsby shrugs it off.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Merel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Gatsby misses the target.
Gatsby fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
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!
Gatsby tries a head kick but it misses.
Merel shapes to counter with a head kick.
A slow jab from Gatsby misses its intended target.
Gatsby tries to score a power double leg takedown but Merel sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gatsby somewhat.
Merel moves out of range as Gatsby strikes.
Gatsby misses with a straight left.
Gatsby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Merel doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gatsby throws a solid leg kick but Merel takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gatsby.
Merel unleashes a big counter combination but Gatsby bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Gatsby throws a jab when Merel was well out of range.#T3#
Gatsby throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#TD#
Gatsby changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Merel looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
Merel throws Gatsby to one side and escapes!
Merel stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Merel wants it to stay on the feet.
Merel misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gatsby appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gatsby misses with a right hand
and Merel counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jack Merel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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!
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Merel as he avoids it easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Merel. #KD2#
Merel lands a big head kick that sends Gatsby tumbling to the mat! Merel takes a step backwards and waves Gatsby back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Gatsby is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Gatsby swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Merel makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Oh Gatsby is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Merel throws a head kick that misses.
Gatsby seems to have got his legs back now.
Gatsby looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Merel is fending him off so far but Gatsby persists. Nope, Merel circles away and we're back to standing.#T4##TD#
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Merel has Gatsby pulled in close to control his posture.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Merel keeps moving.
Gatsby throws an elbow that misses. Merel uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gatsby's guard. Nice move by Merel!#REVB#
Gatsby controls Merel momentarily but Merel frees himself.
Merel must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Merel wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Merel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Gatsby 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 Dean Styles scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge John Roberts scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Joe Gatsby wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
UFC 1-It Has Begun!
Date: Jul 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Holzken has his takedown stuffed
and Gatsby cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Holzken shoots in and bounces Gatsby off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Gatsby trying to control the position here.
Holzken stopping the sweep attempt from Gatsby.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Holzken won't allow Gatsby to sweep him here. #T1#
Holzken is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Holzken sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Gatsby looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Holzken seems keen to control Gatsby's posture.
Holzken is continuing to stall.
Gatsby trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Gatsby throws an elbow that misses. Holzken uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gatsby's guard. Nice move by Holzken!#REVB#
Gatsby is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Holzken preventing the sweep.
Holzken is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gatsby bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Holzken's guard. #REVR#
Holzken keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Holzken managing to control the position. #T3#
Gatsby throws an elbow that misses. Holzken uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gatsby's guard. Nice move by Holzken!#REVB##SUB#
Gatsby working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Holzken has passed into half guard!
Holzken is taking a breather. Gatsby says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gatsby misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Holzken trying to control the pace. #T4#
Gatsby trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Gatsby is squirming around, avoiding Holzken's attempts to control the action.
Gatsby throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Holzken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken prevents Gatsby from getting the reversal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken dominated that round.
That's time! Gatsby's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Holzken shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gatsby's guard.
Gatsby wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Holzken is now in half guard.
Gatsby is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
#T1#
Holzken works his foot free and advances to mount.
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Holzken blocks Gatsby's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Gatsby can't escape the position.
#T2#
Holzken content just to control the position here.
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Rodney Holzken has got the better of the ground game so far.
Holzken controlling from the full mount.
Holzken has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at LOD:NYC Striking Academy . Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T3#
Gatsby is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Holzken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Holzken controlling the position easily from mount.
Gatsby is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby regains half guard.
Gatsby tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Holzken has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rodney Holzken showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Holzken shoots in but no luck this time.
Holzken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Holzken enables Gatsby to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Holzken manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gatsby trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Holzken seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gatsby loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gatsby throws a strike but Holzken rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Holzken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gatsby swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but instead Holzken has moved into half guard.
#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Holzken not doing much here.
Holzken blocks the strikes from Gatsby.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.
Gatsby works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gatsby is looking to sweep but instead, Holzken has passed into half guard.
Gatsby is looking for a sweep. Holzken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Holzken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Holzken's back!
Gatsby misses with punches from the back. #T3#
Holzken trying to control the action but Gatsby just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Gatsby looking for the choke but no joy.
Gatsby throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Holzken covering up well under a series of strikes from Gatsby.
Holzken just trying to survive but Gatsby is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gatsby is punishing Holzken with strikes - can he finish him?!
Gatsby lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Holzken hold on?!
#T4#
Gatsby throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Holzken just trying to survive but Gatsby is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gatsby throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Holzken trying to control but not successfully.
Holzken tries to escape the position.
Gatsby misses with an elbow to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Holzken defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Gatsby throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Gatsby showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Holzken has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight for Joe Gatsby!
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight for Rodney Holzken!
Joe Gatsby wins by split decision!
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 126
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Griffin misses with a hook. Gatsby ducked under it nicely.
Gatsby misses with a left hand
and Griffin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Griffin connects with a nice looking jab.
Gatsby throws a jab when Griffin was well out of range.
Griffin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gatsby lands with a cross.
Gatsby ducks under a wild hook from Griffin.
Gatsby has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Holding Cell in the buildup to the fight.
Griffin moves out of range of the strikes.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Griffin to counter with a crisp jab.
Gatsby misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown but Griffin shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Gatsby. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gatsby shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Griffin pinned against the cage. Griffin gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Griffin.
Peter Griffin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gatsby lands a slapping body shot.
Gatsby misses with a body shot
and Griffin counters with a straight right hand.
Gatsby misses with a hook.
Gatsby swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gatsby moves in looking to clinch but Griffin pushes him off.
Griffin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gatsby.
Gatsby tries to close the distance and clinch but Griffin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Griffin is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gatsby with a body shot.
Gatsby loads up on a big right hand but Griffin slips the punch.
Griffin appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Gatsby changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gatsby fails with the takedown
and Griffin counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Gatsby misses with an uppercut.
Gatsby looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
Gatsby moves out of range as Griffin strikes.
Gatsby tries to counter with a takedown but Griffin is quick to defend against it.
Griffin's corner calls for a 1-2. Griffin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gatsby moves out of range as Griffin strikes.
Gatsby throws a sloppy body shot
and Griffin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Griffin misses with a left hand #TD#
and Gatsby counters with a shoot takedown. Griffin fights it but they end up in guard.
Griffin thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Gatsby throwing strikes from guard but Griffin blocks nicely.
Griffin keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Gatsby postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Griffin keeps moving. #T3#
Griffin wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Gatsby is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Griffin is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Griffin has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a triangle but Griffin pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Gatsby had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Griffin defends it easily.
Gatsby is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T4#
Gatsby controlling the action here. #SUB#
Griffin is defending against the submission attempts here by Gatsby.
#SUB#
Gatsby seems to be working for a kimura but Griffin defends the submission attempt.
Gatsby working Griffin over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Peter Griffin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joe Gatsby's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Gatsby misses with a takedown
and Griffin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gatsby takes a swing at Griffin's ribcage but misses. #KD2#
Griffin lands a left and a right that send Gatsby crashing to the mat, dazed. Griffin thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Gatsby is rocked!
Gatsby misses with an uppercut
and Griffin rattles Gatsby with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Gatsby tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Griffin dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Gatsby stiff and motionless on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Peter Griffin!
Peter Griffin spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 123
Date: Jun 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Gatsby cracks Seven Nine Zero Four Two with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gatsby sizes up Seven Nine Zero Four Two with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Seven Nine Zero Four Two shoots in looking for a takedown. Gatsby tries to sprawl out of it but Seven Nine Zero Four Two keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gatsby manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gatsby misses the shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Gatsby. That snapped Seven Nine Zero Four Two's head back.
Seven Nine Zero Four Two looks to score with a jab to the body but Gatsby is just out of range.
Gatsby throws a hook but Seven Nine Zero Four Two blocks it.
As Gatsby backs away, Seven Nine Zero Four Two returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#TD#
Seven Nine Zero Four Two fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Gatsby sprawls well initially but Seven Nine Zero Four Two persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Seven Nine Zero Four Two has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for a kimura from the bottom but Seven Nine Zero Four Two passes into side control!
Seven Nine Zero Four Two working the head with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Seven Nine Zero Four Two has control of an arm but Gatsby manages to advance to Seven Nine Zero Four Two's back!
Gatsby is looking to finish with some ground and pound!#ROC2#
Seven Nine Zero Four Two is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Gatsby is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Seven Nine Zero Four Two won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Gatsby off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joe Gatsby!
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 116
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Ward tries for a takedown but Gatsby circles away easily
and Gatsby counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gatsby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ward moves forwards but Gatsby connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ward shoots in but no luck this time.
Gatsby lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD#
Gatsby darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ward is trying to stand back up but Gatsby is controlling him
#SUB#
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ward has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gatsby working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ward's thigh. Ward counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T1#
Gatsby controlling from the top position.
Gatsby throws a strike but Ward rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Gatsby pulls Ward in to control the position.
Ward must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ward trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ward trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ward is looking to work some ground and pound but Gatsby has wrist control.
Gatsby pulls Ward in to control the position.
Gatsby looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Ward is working Gatsby over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ward missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Ward got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gatsby has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ward has managed to get both his arms back between Gatsby's legs - danger averted.
Ward landing some decent shots from guard.
Ward scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gatsby lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Gatsby content to stall in guard here.
Ward utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Ward utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gatsby is stalling in the full guard.
Gatsby throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ward works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ward keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ward swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ward avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gatsby sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gatsby rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2#
and Ward counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Gatsby!
Ward is putting a hurting on Gatsby here, landing some big shots from side control.
Gatsby is trying to control Ward's posture but Ward avoids it.
Gatsby gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Ward wants to work for an arm triangle but Gatsby is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gatsby manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Ward looks for a takedown but Gatsby sprawls well.
Gatsby connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ward momentarily.
#TD2#
Ward shoots in and bounces Gatsby off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Ward lands a couple of digs.
Ward is in close to Gatsby's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ward chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby wants to sweep here but Ward controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby is working hard here to advance position.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
Ward keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gatsby's head.#T1#
Gatsby utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Max Ward has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ward throws an elbow that misses. Gatsby uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ward's guard. Nice move by Gatsby!#REVR#
Gatsby scoring with punches to the head and body.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gatsby accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving.
Gatsby throwing strikes from guard but Ward blocks nicely.
Ward keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gatsby 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.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ward is keeping the position for now.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Gatsby here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Ward utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ward is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Gatsby trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Gatsby shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Gatsby was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Gatsby wants to control but Ward is keeping him busy.
Gatsby controls the position.
Ward is not content to let Gatsby control the position. #T4#
Gatsby tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ward knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gatsby works to advance to full mount. Ward defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gatsby scoring with strikes but Ward is staying in there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that second round.
That's time! Gatsby's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
The crowd cheers as Gatsby lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ward doesn't seem phased though.
Gatsby scores with a jab to the head.
Ward fails with the takedown
and Gatsby counters with a straight right hand.
Gatsby wants to clinch.
Ward doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Gatsby cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ward shoots in but Gatsby avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Joe Gatsby has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Ward.
Gatsby scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CUT#
It looks like Max Ward has been cut.
Gatsby misses with a straight left. #T1##CL#
Gatsby has managed to clinch.
Gatsby tries to throw a body punch but Ward avoids it by throwing Gatsby back against the cage.
Gatsby is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ward can do to turn this around?
Gatsby makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ward is working for takedown but Gatsby is calmly controlling the position for now.
Gatsby effectively controlling the action here.
Ward is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gatsby gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ward tries for a takedown but Gatsby manages to get underhooks.
Gatsby lands a hook that snaps the head of Ward backwards.
Gatsby prevents the takedown attempt.
Gatsby stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ward takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gatsby gets underhooks to prevent Ward's takedown attempt.
Gatsby lands a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gatsby.
Gatsby lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Gatsby will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ward up against the cage.
Gatsby tries a body shot but Ward blocks it.
#T2#
Gatsby stops a takedown attempt from Ward.
Still in the clinch, Gatsby scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gatsby controlling the action here for a moment.
Gatsby is leaning against Ward and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ward is looking for a takedown.
Gatsby leaning against his opponent.
Gatsby gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ward.
Ward is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gatsby is defending well.
Gatsby lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD#
Gatsby tightens his grip and picks Ward up, before dumping him to the ground. Ward manages to land in guard.
Gatsby missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Gatsby trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gatsby accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gatsby throws a big elbow that misses.
Gatsby in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ward keeping full guard, as Gatsby tries to pass.
Gatsby trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Gatsby postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nice straight punches there by Gatsby. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gatsby.
Joe Gatsby is winning the standup battle so far.
Gatsby lands with a cross. #CL#
Gatsby moves into range and clinches up with Ward.
Gatsby can't find room to land a body shot as Ward controls the action.
Ward tries for a takedown but Gatsby manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Gatsby pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ward defends well.#SUB#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ward loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Max Ward has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gatsby seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Ward is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Gatsby has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Ward is looking to defend but Gatsby has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Ward! Gatsby pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Ward taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Joe Gatsby!
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 113
Date: Apr 17, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Gatsby drives through with a takedown into guard.
Gatsby with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Krustofski really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gatsby. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Krustofski is keeping the position for now.
Krustofski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gatsby controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Krustofski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gatsby drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Krustofski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gatsby has Krustofski in his guard.#REVB#
Gatsby is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby trying to control the position here. #T1##SUB#
Gatsby had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Krustofski defends it easily.#SUB#
Gatsby throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Krustofski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Krustofski stopping the sweep attempt from Gatsby.#T2##SUB#
Gatsby is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Krustofski frees his head nicely. Oh but Gatsby has switched to an armbar! Krustofski is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Joe Gatsby!
Hyman Krustofski was interviewed post fight and said 'I hate grapplers. Who wants to roll on the mat with sweaty boys? Fags, thats it.'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 73
Date: Oct 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Griffin throws a big shot that misses.
A punch lands to the side of Gatsby 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Griffin misses with a series of wild punches.
Griffin jabs Gatsby to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Griffin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gatsby.
Horrible takedown attempt by Gatsby or perhaps it was just good defense by Griffin, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Griffin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gatsby manages to avoid it.
Gatsby is looking to counter the offense by Griffin and move into the clinch.#T1#
Gatsby misses with an uppercut.
Gatsby staying out of range there.
Gatsby walks into a stiff left hand from Griffin.#CUT2#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Gatsby lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Gatsby misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Griffin! But no joy.
Good shot there by Gatsby.
Griffin takes a jab right on the kisser.
Griffin throws a hook but Gatsby avoids it easily.
Griffin moves away from the strike by Gatsby.
Gatsby looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gatsby tries for a takedown but Griffin circles away easily
and Griffin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Griffin throws out a powerful jab.
Gatsby will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Gatsby misses with a left hand
and Gatsby takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
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!
Griffin takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Griffin misses with a hook.
Gatsby attempts a counter takedown but Griffin avoids it well and moves away.
Gatsby takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Griffin checks a low kick from Gatsby.
Gatsby swings for the body but Griffin moves out of range.
Griffin throws an overhand right that lands on Gatsby's shoulder, as Gatsby tries to avoid the shot. #KD2#
Griffin lands a left and a right that send Gatsby crashing to the mat, dazed. Griffin thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Gatsby is rocked!#T3#
Gatsby throws a low kick, looking for Griffin's leg but Griffin calmly moves out of range.
Oh Gatsby is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gatsby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Peter Griffin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Griffin drops Gatsby with a huge uppercut! Gatsby drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Griffin is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Peter Griffin! Peter Griffin retains his lightweight title!
Peter Griffin spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 68
Date: Oct 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Gatsby shoots in looking for a takedown. Day tries to sprawl out of it but Gatsby keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Day manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gatsby tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Day misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a shoot takedown 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.
Gatsby thows a huge punch but Day dodges it nicely.
Gatsby is trying to control the action in half guard but Day is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gatsby works his way into side control.
Gatsby creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Day is trying to control Gatsby's posture but Gatsby avoids it.
Gatsby wants to control but Day is keeping him busy. #T1#
Day sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Day misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Day wants to improve his position but Gatsby is controlling well.
Gatsby looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Day trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Day looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Gatsby wants to work for an arm triangle but Day is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Day trying to control from the bottom.
Gatsby scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Day avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gatsby.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2##SUB2#
Gatsby is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gatsby not doing much here.
#SUB#
Day looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Day doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gatsby.
Gatsby throwing shots but Day is blocking nicely.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gatsby lands with a punch from half guard.
Gatsby has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Gatsby thowing shots but they're missing. #T3#
Day wants to control but Gatsby is having none of it.
Gatsby lands a heavy elbow.
Gatsby scoring with strikes but Day is staying in there.
Day is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gatsby with a couple of short strikes.
Gatsby can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Day is looking to escape.
Day has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Gatsby's lack of action.
#SUB#
Day actively working from the bottom here.
Gatsby scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4#
Day is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby content to control rather than advance.
Day is trying to get back to full guard.
Day trying to control here.
Gatsby has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Day has hold of Gatsby's hands but Gatsby slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Gatsby winds up and cracks Day with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Day is looking to improve his position.
Day is not content to let Gatsby control the position.#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Day is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that round.
That's time! Day's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Day works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches.
Gatsby has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A bit of stalling here from Gatsby.
Day working hard to break the clinch.
Day stalls.
Day lands with a light punch inside.
Day swings wildly with an uppercut but Gatsby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gatsby blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Day has a couple of punches blocked by Gatsby.
Day has a couple of punches blocked by Gatsby.
The referee is keeping an eye on Gatsby - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T1#
Gatsby blocking some punches.
#TD2#
Gatsby has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Day uses from the top position.
Day postures up in Gatsby's guard and throws a big left but Gatsby blocks it.
Gatsby wants to sweep here but Day controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
Day working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gatsby has control of Day's left arm, preventing Day from doing any damage.
Day trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Gatsby escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Day gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Day manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gatsby accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Day has his foot on Gatsby's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gatsby works his way back into a safe position though.
Gatsby trying to control but Day is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Day had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gatsby defends it easily.
Gatsby sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Day's guard.
Gatsby content to control rather than advance.
Gatsby seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Day does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gatsby is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Gatsby throwing shots but Day is blocking nicely.
Day misses with some strikes from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura here.
Gatsby lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Day has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gatsby is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Gatsby is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Day is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gatsby pulls his head out easily.
Gatsby tries to pass to full mount but Day defends it.
Day is trying to get back to full guard.
Gatsby is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Day wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Joe Gatsby has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Gatsby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Day has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Gatsby instigates a clinch.
Day has a couple of punches blocked by Gatsby.
Gatsby slowing the pace effectively.
Day tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gatsby's elbow.
Day blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gatsby looking to slow down the pace here.
Gatsby prevents a body shot from Day.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Day is pushing Gatsby up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Day fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gatsby blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
Day working aggressively here.
Gatsby lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Day lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gatsby backwards.
Day lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Gatsby or not.
Gatsby has Day pressed against the cage.
Gatsby leaning against his opponent.
Stalling in the clinch from Gatsby.
I was talking to Day's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Gatsby throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Day blocks it with crossed arms.
Day trying to stall but Gatsby improves his position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gatsby. #T2#
Day misses with some punches.
Gatsby is pushing Day up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Gatsby is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Joe Gatsby.
Day swats away the attempt to clinch by Gatsby.
Day uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gatsby.
Day misses the jab.
Gatsby is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Gatsby swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gatsby fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Day checks it well.
Day tests Gatsby's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gatsby shoots in but no luck this time.
Gatsby gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T3#
Day throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Gatsby counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Day controlling the position well.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Day keeps working.
Joe Gatsby is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Day trying to control but Gatsby postures up.
Still in half guard, Gatsby seems content to control.
Gary Day has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gatsby's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Day trying to control here.
#T4##SUB#
Day looking for submissions off his back.
Gatsby stalling.
Day controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Day tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.
Gatsby is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Joe Gatsby.
I've got Gatsby 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Gatsby!
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 62
Date: Sep 20, 2016 |
#R1#
The crowd cheers as Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gatsby doesn't seem phased though.
Jones misses with an uppercut.
Jones misses with a body shot.
Gatsby feinted with a counter takedown.
Gatsby slips under a jab from Jones.
Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jones looks to land a right hand but Gatsby moved out of range.
Gatsby lands the left hand.
Jones misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Gatsby counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gatsby. #ES2#
Jones manages to escape and get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jasper Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD#
so Gatsby counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Jones trying to control the position.
Gatsby lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Gatsby content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gatsby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jones is keeping the position for now.
Jones is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
#T1#
Gatsby missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jones working a defensive guard here.
Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Jones keeps moving.
Gatsby with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gatsby throws a big right hand that misses.
Gatsby controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gatsby lands a couple of digs.
Gatsby slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Gatsby is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Gatsby working the head and body with strikes.
Jones desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Gatsby lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gatsby content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nice strikes from Gatsby there.
Gatsby controlling the action here. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jones doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gatsby. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jones has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gatsby is working away from the top position though.
Jones on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jones is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gatsby is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jones can do anything to dispel that myth.
Jones moves into full guard.
Gatsby looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Jones is trying to keep Gatsby in close.
Gatsby keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jones's head.
Gatsby trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom.
Gatsby with a nice head shot there.
Jones wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Gatsby's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Gatsby dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Gatsby feints and as Jones raises his hands in defense, Gatsby changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gatsby accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jones wants to stand but Gatsby is controlling the position.
Gatsby won't allow Jones to sweep him here.
Joe Gatsby overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gatsby throws a big elbow that misses.
Jones preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Gatsby passes Jones's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Gatsby scores with a couple of nice shots.
Gatsby drops an elbow to the side of Jones's head. #SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jones defends it well.
Jones tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.#T1##SUB#
Gatsby has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Jones defend it? Gatsby steps over the head and cranks it - Jones is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 56
Date: Aug 21, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Gatsby fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Diaz sprawls well initially but Gatsby persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Diaz has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Gatsby is on him like a limpet, forcing Diaz back against the cage.
Diaz is trying to pull guard but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage.
Gatsby avoiding damage.
Gatsby 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.
Gatsby pressing his opponent against the cage.
Gatsby taking a breather.
Gatsby tries to throw a body punch but Diaz avoids it by throwing Gatsby back against the cage. #T1#
Diaz wants to take the fight to the mat but Gatsby manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Diaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD#
Gatsby gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Gatsby is looking for a kimura but Diaz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gatsby to get the leverage.
Gatsby controlling the action here.
Diaz is looking to control Gatsby's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Diaz avoid being mounted?
Diaz wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Gatsby throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Diaz on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Diaz tries to roll over but Gatsby keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Diaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gatsby pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Diaz actively working from the bottom here.
Gatsby wants to control but Diaz is keeping him busy.
Gatsby slips a nice elbow through Diaz's hands, connecting with Diaz's forehead.
Gatsby looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Diaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby slips a nice elbow through Diaz's hands, connecting with Diaz's forehead.
Diaz has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Westside Martial Arts. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Gatsby looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Gatsby connects with a nice short shot to Diaz's temple. #T3##SUB2#
Diaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gatsby working Diaz over with strikes.
Gatsby is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Diaz actively working from the bottom here.
Gatsby looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Diaz with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gatsby lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ROC#
Diaz is rocked!
Gatsby working Diaz over with strikes.
Diaz is still in real trouble! Can Gatsby finish him?
Gatsby lands a big elbow - Diaz is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Gatsby!
Nickthaniel Diaz was interviewed post fight and said 'He fought like a pussy, running from me n shit. WTF???'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 48
Date: Jul 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Bz connects with a solid leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bz.
A jab from Bz misses.
Bz stuffs the takedown attempt from Gatsby. Gatsby gets slowly back to his feet.
Bz tries to counter by clinching up but Gatsby breaks away and moves out of range.
Gatsby checks a leg kick.#CL2#
Gatsby clinches with his opponent.
Gatsby avoiding damage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bz working hard to break the clinch.
Gatsby has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bz after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bz.
Bz is trying to break free.
Gatsby goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A bit of stalling here from Gatsby.
Gatsby swings wildly with an uppercut but Bz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bz wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Bz tries to break free but Gatsby pushes him back against the cage.
Bz wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage.
Gatsby displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bz up against the cage.
Bz is trying to push Gatsby away but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bz wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage.
Bz tries to break the clinch but Gatsby is controlling the position.
Gatsby misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bz is trying to push Gatsby away but Gatsby has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Gatsby wants to take the fight to the mat but Bz manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Dalvon Bz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Gatsby.
Gatsby displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bz up against the cage.
Gatsby has Bz pushed against the cage.
Gatsby receives a warning from the referee for stalling.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gatsby stalling.
Bz tries to break the clinch but Gatsby is controlling the position.
Bz wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bz wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gatsby displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bz up against the cage.#TD2#
Gatsby has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Bz uses from the top position.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Bz is proving a slippery customer.
Bz trying to control but Gatsby is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gatsby has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Gatsby working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Gatsby is tightening it up a little... Bz has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Bz reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Bz taps out! Nice BJJ there by Gatsby!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Joe Gatsby!
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 41
Date: Jun 12, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Gatsby closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Gatsby cracks Vivaldi with a big elbow.
Vivaldi is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
Gatsby lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Vivaldi taking punishment in the form of punches.
Gatsby controlling from side mount.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Vivaldi is working from the bottom.
Gatsby connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Vivaldi some visible discomfort.
#T1#
Check out the look on Gatsby's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Vivaldi is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Gatsby wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vivaldi, who protects the arm well.
Vivaldi on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Vivaldi tries to get out of the position.
Gatsby landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Vivaldi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gatsby on the ground.
Gatsby cracks Vivaldi with a big right hand but Vivaldi just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Vivaldi tries to bench press Gatsby off him but Gatsby keeps the position.
Gatsby scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Vivaldi is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Gatsby can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Gatsby!
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Event:
L.A.C.A. 13
Date: May 08, 2016 |
#R1#
Anderson lands with a nice combination. Gatsby backs away looking to recover.#CUT#
It looks like Joe Gatsby has been cut.
Anderson throws a hook to the side of Gatsby's head but Gatsby sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson lands with a good body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Anderson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Gatsby is just out of range.#TD2#
Gatsby is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Anderson's half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ground and pound from Gatsby.
Gatsby wants to take a breather but Anderson is having none of it.
Gatsby is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Gatsby working the head and body with strikes.
Gatsby prevents Anderson from standing back up.
Gatsby landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Anderson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Anderson tries to get out of the position.
Gatsby scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Gatsby prevents Anderson from standing back up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Anderson has hold of Gatsby's hands but Gatsby slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Gatsby prevents Anderson from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Gatsby 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! Anderson is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Gatsby!
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Event:
L.A.C.A. 9 - The Cat VS. Klay
Date: Apr 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Rozjebunda throws a jab when Gatsby was well out of range.
Rozjebunda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rozjebunda changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Rozjebunda closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Gatsby has picked Rozjebunda up - he's going for a ride! Gatsby dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Rozjebunda is trying to escape back to his feet but Gatsby uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Gatsby lands an elbow. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rozjebunda is looking for a sweep.
Gatsby is looking to take a break and control but Rozjebunda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby scores with a couple of short elbows.#T1#
Gatsby prevents Rozjebunda from escaping the position.
Gatsby working away.
Gatsby working the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Gatsby is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rozjebunda knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Gatsby lands a few punches from side control.
Gatsby working the ground and pound from side control.#T2#
Rozjebunda tries to buck Gatsby off but Gatsby is having none of it.
Rozjebunda is not content to let Gatsby control the position.
Rozjebunda is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Gatsby off and has taken his back!
Gatsby turns into Rozjebunda and is now in his guard.
Gatsby content to stall in guard here.
Gatsby landing with the ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rozjebunda keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully. #T3#
Rozjebunda looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Gatsby avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Rozjebunda throws his legs up looking for a submission but Gatsby uses it to pass to side control.
Rozjebunda is looking for a sweep.
Gatsby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rozjebunda keeps working.
Gatsby grinds an elbow into Rozjebunda's temple.
Gatsby lands an elbow.
Gatsby is putting a hurting on Rozjebunda here, landing some big shots from side control.
Rozjebunda trying to remain calm as Gatsby controls from the top position.#T4#
Gatsby scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Rozjebunda to see if he's OK.
Rozjebunda is letting Gatsby control him for a moment.
Rozjebunda is looking for a sweep.
Gatsby lands some shots froms side control.#SUB2#
Gatsby has an Americana. Rozjebunda didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Gatsby is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Gatsby hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Joe Gatsby!
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