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Event:
FEN 040
Date: May 28, 2016 |
#R1#
La Grande looks for a takedown but Kaufmann sprawls well.
Kaufmann tries to counter with a takedown but La Grande is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Kaufmann closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into La Grande's guard.
La Grande wants to stand up but Kaufmann is controlling him.
Kaufmann not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kaufmann in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if La Grande can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaufmann prevents La Grande from getting back to his feet.
Kaufmann sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Kaufmann drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
La Grande keeping moving, preventing Kaufmann from controlling successfully.
Kaufmann tries to stand but La Grande is controlling from the bottom.
La Grande keeping moving, preventing Kaufmann from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Kaufmann controlling from the top position.
Kaufmann throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kaufmann controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
La Grande looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kaufmann is fending him off so far but La Grande persists. Nope, Kaufmann circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Kaufmann decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kaufmann sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kaufmann wants to stand up but La Grande has a hold of him and won't allow it. #T3#
Well, if Kaufmann 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.
La Grande keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Kaufmann is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
La Grande is looking to escape.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kaufmann seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kaufmann's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Kaufmann wants to lay and pray for a moment but La Grande keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kaufmann slaps away a takedown attempt from La Grande, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Aaron Kaufmann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dale La Grande.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
La Grande shoots in but Kaufmann avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aaron Kaufmann dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
La Grande fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
As La Grande looks to move away, Kaufmann throws a big counter combo but La Grande just gets out of the way.
La Grande is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kaufmann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sloppy strikes from Kaufmann. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
La Grande shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than La Grande was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kaufmann gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Kaufmann makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kaufmann.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Grande trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kaufmann's guard.
Kaufmann pulls La Grande in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
La Grande wants to get up but he can't break Kaufmann's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Kaufmann is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
La Grande shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kaufmann defends it nicely.
Aaron Kaufmann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dale La Grande.#TD#
Kaufmann looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for La Grande!#T2#
La Grande gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
La Grande tries to buck Kaufmann off but Kaufmann takes his back!
Kaufmann controls the position.#SUB#
La Grande defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T3#
Kaufmann controlling from the back.
La Grande is trying to get back to his feet but Kaufmann has full control of the position and if anything, La Grande has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
La Grande preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Kaufmann.
Kaufmann slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Aaron Kaufmann overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
La Grande is trying to stand back up.
Kaufmann could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kaufmann is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
La Grande staying busy and making it hard for Kaufmann to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aaron Kaufmann dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kaufmann tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. La Grande manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
La Grande shoots in looking for a takedown but Kaufmann manages to keep the fight standing, pushing La Grande's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
La Grande blocks a head kick by Kaufmann.
La Grande shoots in but Kaufmann avoids the takedown attempt easily.
La Grande shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kaufmann half committed to a counter leg kick.
Aaron Kaufmann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dale La Grande.
La Grande shoots in looking for a takedown but Kaufmann manages to keep the fight standing, pushing La Grande's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kaufmann lands a body shot.
Aaron Kaufmann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
La Grande changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kaufmann tries to avoid it but La Grande manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kaufmann to the ground. Kaufmann escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
La Grande gets caught napping as Kaufmann dives in and scores a takedown. La Grande manages to retain guard.
La Grande wants to get back to his feet but Kaufmann passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Kaufmann passes the guard and advances to mount! #T1#
Kaufmann sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kaufmann lands a heavy elbow.
La Grande is squirming around, avoiding Kaufmann's attempts to control the action.
Kaufmann tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kaufmann has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Kaufmann with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB#
Kaufmann looking for a guillotine from mount but La Grande is having none of it. #SUB#
Kaufmann jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… La Grande is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by La Grande and Kaufmann has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T3#
La Grande trying to remain calm as Kaufmann controls from the top position.
Kaufmann wants to lay and pray for a moment but La Grande keeps working. #SUB#
Kaufmann is trying to get an arm triangle but La Grande is defending well.
Kaufmann wants to stand but La Grande is controlling his arm.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kaufmann 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.
Kaufmann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that La Grande can do to turn this around?
Kaufmann in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kaufmann prevents La Grande from escaping the position.#SUB#
Kaufmann thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
La Grande tries to escape but Kaufmann is in control.
Dale La Grande has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
La Grande takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Aaron Kaufmann is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kaufmann trying to control the position but La Grande is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aaron Kaufmann showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kaufmann has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aaron Kaufmann!
Dale La Grande was interviewed post fight and said 'Life's a BITCH!!!I mean a Beach...ohh and I will be back for the Title!'.
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Event:
FEN 032 Business vs Boothe
Date: May 07, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Kaufmann drives through with a takedown into La Grande's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kaufmann sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kaufmann should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kaufmann works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kaufmann keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
La Grande is refusing to be controlled, as Kaufmann sits in half guard.
Kaufmann tries to stand but can't do so whilst La Grande controls his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Grande tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Kaufmann manages to move to mount!
La Grande on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if La Grande tries to get out of the position.
Kaufmann wants to stand but La Grande is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
#T1##SUB2#
Kaufmann working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Kaufmann jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but La Grande manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Kaufmann wants to control but La Grande is keeping him busy.
Kaufmann misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Kaufmann tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #SUB2#
Kaufmann goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, La Grande has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kaufmann but great work by La Grande.#T2#
La Grande tries to stand but Kaufmann is controlling his head.
You can see the frustration on Kaufmann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaufmann tries to bench press La Grande off him but La Grande keeps the position.
Kaufmann is trying to get back to his feet.
Kaufmann manages to get back to half guard.
La Grande wants to stand up but Kaufmann is controlling the position.
#T3#
Kaufmann is trying to maintain the position but La Grande is very close to passing his half guard.
La Grande knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kaufmann on the ground.
Kaufmann gets full guard.
Kaufmann working a defensive guard but La Grande manages to pass into side control anyway.
Kaufmann is looking for a sweep.
La Grande wants to stand but Kaufmann is controlling his arm.
Kaufmann can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaufmann striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
#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.
Kaufmann can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Kaufmann pushes La Grande away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, La Grande gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
La Grande fails with the takedown.
La Grande tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kaufmann sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten La Grande somewhat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
La Grande blocks a head kick by Kaufmann.
La Grande drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kaufmann sprawls and moves away.#TD#
La Grande closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - La Grande lands in his opponent's guard.
Kaufmann 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aaron Kaufmann dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kaufmann throws a sloppy head kick and La Grande moves out of range easily.
La Grande fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kaufmann avoids it really well and circles away.
A slow jab from Kaufmann misses its intended target.
La Grande dives in for a single leg takedown but Kaufmann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
La Grande shoots for a takedown but Kaufmann saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dale La Grande. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Kaufmann looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Kaufmann is working for a kimura but La Grande is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaufmann stops La Grande from getting back to his feet.
#T1#
Kaufmann wants to free his trapped foot but La Grande is holding on for dear life with his legs.
La Grande is looking to escape.
Kaufmann controlling the action here.
Kaufmann wants to stand but La Grande has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Kaufmann is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kaufmann is trying to control the action in half guard but La Grande is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Kaufmann slows the pace down in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kaufmann tries to close the distance and clinch but La Grande swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
La Grande shoots for a takedown but Kaufmann saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
La Grande tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kaufmann swivels and escapes.#TD#
La Grande gets a double leg takedown into Kaufmann's guard.
Kaufmann looking to control.
La Grande wants to get up but he can't break Kaufmann's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T3#
Kaufmann is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Kaufmann escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. La Grande gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
La Grande has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
La Grande tries to stand but Kaufmann is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kaufmann has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think La Grande should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Kaufmann has tightened it up now! La Grande should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Aaron Kaufmann!
In defeat, Dale La Grande stepped up to the mic, saying 'Life's a BITCH!!!I mean a Beach...ohh and I will be back for the Title!'.
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Event:
FEN 026 Average vs Cho
Date: Apr 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Ochoa shoots in looking for a takedown but Kaufmann manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ochoa's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ochoa shoots in for a takedown but Kaufmann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Ochoa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Ochoa controlling the action here for a moment.
#BC2#
Ochoa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Ochoa gets a takedown into half guard.
Kaufmann slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaufmann is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Kaufmann looking for a guillotine here but Ochoa defends easily.
#T1#
Kaufmann is striking but Ochoa is not phased and passes to half guard.
Kaufmann wants to improve his position but Ochoa is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ochoa sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ochoa thows a huge punch but Kaufmann dodges it nicely.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ochoa wants to free his trapped foot but Kaufmann is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ochoa stalling.
Kaufmann is doing well to control the position and prevent Ochoa from advancing to side control.
Kaufmann wants to control but Ochoa is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Ochoa tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Kaufmann.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Still in half guard, Ochoa seems content to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Ochoa drives through and clinches with Kaufmann against the cage.
Ochoa holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#TD2#
Ochoa pulls guard.
Ochoa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Ochoa wants to improve his position but instead Kaufmann has moved into half guard.
Kaufmann is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Well, if Kaufmann 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.
Ochoa tries to kick Kaufmann off but Kaufmann keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Ochoa misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaufmann is trying to control the action in half guard but Ochoa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ochoa is positioning himself well to prevent Kaufmann advancing to mount.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Ochoa tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kaufmann has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Ochoa 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#
Ochoa blocks a head kick by Kaufmann.
Ochoa goes for a double leg but Kaufmann avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kaufmann continues to drive forward.
Kaufmann swings for the body but Ochoa moves out of range.
As Kaufmann backs off Ochoa throws a huge counter combo but Kaufmann manages to avoid it all.
Ochoa gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Kaufmann counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kaufmann tries to stand but can't do so whilst Ochoa controls his leg.
Kaufmann trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Ochoa is looking for a sweep. Kaufmann is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aaron Kaufmann overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaufmann passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
Kaufmann with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T1#
Kaufmann wants to control the pace but Ochoa is squirming around nicely.
Kaufmann landing shots from mount.
Kaufmann trying to control but Ochoa is having none of it.
Ochoa is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kaufmann throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Kaufmann throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Ochoa slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kaufmann is thwarting Ochoa's attempts to control the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kaufmann works his way into full mount!
Ochoa really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T3#
Ochoa bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Ochoa lands a couple of elbows.
Kaufmann trying to keep a closed guard but Ochoa is proving a slippery customer.
Kaufmann wants to sweep here but Ochoa controlling him for the moment.
Kaufmann is working hard here to advance position.
Ochoa throws a strike but Kaufmann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T4#
Ochoa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kaufmann being controlled here momentarily.
Ochoa looking to control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ochoa can do anything to dispel that myth.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaufmann trying to control but Ochoa is working from the bottom.
Kaufmann postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aaron Kaufmann dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Ochoa throws a leg kick but Kaufmann moved away.#TD2#
Ochoa closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kaufmann's guard.
Kaufmann keeping moving, preventing Ochoa from controlling successfully.
Ochoa looking to sit in guard and control but Kaufmann gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kaufmann sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ochoa has control of Kaufmann's left arm, preventing Kaufmann from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaufmann passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Kaufmann tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Ochoa is looking for a sweep.
Kaufmann tries to stand but Ochoa is controlling his head.
Kaufmann trying to control the action but Ochoa is working from the bottom.
Ochoa looking for a sweep but Kaufmann has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Kaufmann could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Kaufmann thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ochoa has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.
Ochoa is really stuck here.
Ochoa avoids the strikes from Kaufmann. #SUB#
Kaufmann working for a choke but Ochoa is defending well.
Kaufmann is hanging on to Ochoa's back as he tries to escape.
#T3##SUB#
Kaufmann is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
I really don't envy Ochoa right now.
Kaufmann is not going to allow Ochoa to sit and survive in this position.
Ochoa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kaufmann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ochoa breaks Kaufmann's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Ochoa must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Ochoa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kaufmann is trying to keep Ochoa in close.
#T4#
Ochoa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ochoa wants to stand but Kaufmann is controlling his posture from full guard.
Ochoa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ochoa sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ochoa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aaron Kaufmann showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kaufmann 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aaron Kaufmann!
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Event:
FEN 022 Kucharski vs Average
Date: Apr 06, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Kaufmann 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.#SUB2#
Kaufmann 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaufmann accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaufmann stays in close to La Grande's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaufmann with a nice head shot there.
Kaufmann pushes down on La Grande's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Kaufmann is trying to control. La Grande wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kaufmann takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kaufmann looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Kaufmann is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and La Grande defends it well.
It looks like Kaufmann is going to stand back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaufmann is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kaufmann performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
La Grande pushes Kaufmann off looking to stand but Kaufmann dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB2#
Kaufmann is trying to work for a kimura but La Grande is defending well.
La Grande looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T3#
Kaufmann slips a nice elbow through La Grande's hands, connecting with La Grande's forehead.
La Grande pushes Kaufmann off looking to stand but Kaufmann dives back in and keeps control.
La Grande on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if La Grande tries to get out of the position.
La Grande keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
La Grande avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kaufmann. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
La Grande shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. La Grande showed some decent athleticism there.
Kaufmann has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. La Grande is working away from the top position though.
Kaufmann has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
La Grande wants to get back to his feet.
Kaufmann is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
La Grande tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaufmann is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aaron Kaufmann 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##TD#
La Grande gets a takedown into half guard.
Kaufmann manages to get to full guard.
Kaufmann is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Kaufmann might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control La Grande haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kaufmann has a closed guard, preventing La Grande from standing up. #SUB2#
Kaufmann working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. La Grande doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kaufmann is tightening it up a little... La Grande has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! La Grande reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! La Grande taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kaufmann!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Aaron Kaufmann!
In defeat, Dale La Grande stepped up to the mic, saying 'Life's a BITCH!!!I mean a Beach...ohh and I will be back for the Title!'.
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Event:
FEN 020 Eaton vs Ponting
Date: Mar 30, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Necas instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Necas has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kaufmann uses from the top position.
Necas can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kaufmann controls the pace.
Kaufmann could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Kaufmann stopping the sweep attempt from Necas.
Necas keeping full guard, as Kaufmann tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Necas has his hands on Kaufmann's head, controlling the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Necas wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Kaufmann has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Necas is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Necas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Necas throws a sloppy head kick and Kaufmann moves out of range easily.
Necas showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kaufmann.
#CL2#
Necas closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Necas has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kaufmann is trying to keep an underhook but Necas manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Kaufmann trying to control here.
Kaufmann has hold of Necas's hands but Necas slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2#
Kaufmann has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Necas is working away from the top position though.
Kaufmann is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kaufmann looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Necas looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kaufmann wants to get back to full guard.
Kaufmann tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Necas is keen to just control but Kaufmann is a slippery customer.#T3#
Necas looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Necas thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kaufmann's head.
Kaufmann wants to improve his position but Necas is controlling well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kaufmann has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Necas is working away from the top position though.
Necas blocks the strikes from Kaufmann.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Necas clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Necas breaks from the clinch.
Kaufmann shoots in but Necas avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
Good standup being displayed there by Necas as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
Necas shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kaufmann manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Necas wanted to stand there but Kaufmann had control of the position.
Necas is working Kaufmann over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Kaufmann throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
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.
Necas trying to control the position from guard on top but Kaufmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jiri Necas dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Necas shoots in for a takedown but Kaufmann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kaufmann misses with a double jab.
#TD#
Kaufmann shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kaufmann was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Necas wants to get back to his feet but Kaufmann is dominant here and he's now got Necas's back!
You can see the frustration on Necas's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kaufmann thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Kaufmann trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Kaufmann is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Necas defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Jiri Necas has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kaufmann is trying to stick to Necas's back but Necas is turning into Kaufmann. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kaufmann's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Necas.#T1#
Necas trying to control the position from guard on top but Kaufmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kaufmann looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Necas passes into side control.
Necas tries to advance to mount but can't.
Kaufmann tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Necas really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kaufmann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kaufmann wants to control but Necas is having none of it.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kaufmann working to try and regain half guard.
Necas controlling his opponent.
Kaufmann takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Necas lands with some strikes.
Kaufmann keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kaufmann in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T3#
Necas controlling from the full mount.
Necas wants to control the pace but Kaufmann is squirming around nicely.
Necas controlling his opponent.
Necas trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kaufmann slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Necas missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Necas looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kaufmann missing with punches from the bottom.
Kaufmann is on the bottom, trying to hold on to half guard. He's throwing a few small shots here, to keep his opponent honest.
Kaufmann is refusing to be controlled, as Necas sits in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaufmann is doing well to control the position and prevent Necas from advancing to side control.
Necas trying to control from half guard but Kaufmann is working away.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jiri Necas 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kaufmann fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Necas fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Necas tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kaufmann fails with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Necas gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaufmann is trying to maintain a safe position but Necas gets an underhook and turns Kaufmann into the cage.
Kaufmann is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Necas gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aaron Kaufmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Necas has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kaufmann avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC2#
Necas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Necas looks for the body kick but Kaufmann saw that one coming.
Necas shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kaufmann pinned against the cage. Kaufmann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Necas looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kaufmann is fending him off so far but Necas persists. Nope, Kaufmann circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Necas drives through and clinches with Kaufmann against the cage.
Necas tries to pull guard but Kaufmann won't allow it.
Necas jumps guard but Kaufmann stands there with Necas around his waist. Necas gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kaufmann scores with a shoulder strike.
Kaufmann wants a takedown but no success here.
#T2##TD2#
Necas has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kaufmann uses from the top position.
Kaufmann wants to control from the top but Necas keeps moving.
Kaufmann is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Necas has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kaufmann can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Necas is trying to keep Kaufmann in close.
#T3#
Kaufmann advances to half guard.
Necas is trying to stand back up but Kaufmann is controlling him
Necas tries to get to full guard but Kaufmann has control of the leg.
Necas trying to control here.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Necas throws a nice looking combination but Kaufmann bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kaufmann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Necas swivels and escapes.
Necas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Kaufmann drives through and clinches with Necas against the cage.
#T4#
Necas tries for a takedown. No joy.
Necas goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kaufmann prevents it.
Necas takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Necas has Kaufmann pushed against the cage.
Necas changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kaufmann fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Necas swats away the attempt to clinch by Kaufmann.
Necas shoots in and drives through. Kaufmann sprawls well.
Kaufmann drops down looking for a counter takedown but Necas sprawls and moves away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Kaufmann is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Necas's half guard.
Kaufmann not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Aaron Kaufmann.
Well Necas 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jiri Necas!
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