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Event:
WVT 110: Ihantala v Mathieu
Date: Jun 02, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Scaletta has closed the distance and engaged Ross in a clinch.
Ross has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Scaletta after a bit of a struggle.
Scaletta lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ross letting Scaletta take a breather here.
Ross is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Scaletta drags the fight down to the ground.
Scaletta wants to get back to his feet but Ross is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Scaletta had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ross defends it easily.
Scaletta pulls Ross in close to his closed guard and prevents Ross from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ross's guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ross can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Scaletta controls the pace.#SUB#
Ross has his foot on Scaletta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Scaletta works his way back into a safe position though.
Ross being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SU2#
Scaletta stands and steps away. Ross gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2#
Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Scaletta is working Ross over against the cage.
Ross drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Peter Ross. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ross tries for a takedown but Scaletta manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Scaletta tightens his grip and picks Ross up, before dumping him to the ground. Ross manages to land in guard.
Scaletta stays in close to Ross's body and controls the position.
Scaletta is working Ross over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3#
Scaletta sitting in guard here, content to control.
Scaletta slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Scaletta works to advance to full mount. Ross defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Ross is bucking up trying to escape but Scaletta cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Ross is breathing heavily.
Scaletta has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Ross's face.
Scaletta landing strikes from the mount.
Scaletta tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4##SUB2#
Scaletta looking for a guillotine from mount but Ross is having none of it.
Scaletta controlling from mount.
Scaletta looking to finish Ross with some ground and pound. This is bad for Ross!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta landing shots from mount.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Scaletta circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Ross drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Scaletta follows Ross to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta 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:
WVT 104: Mathieu v Motts
Date: May 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Scaletta walks into a straight right hand from Sturmovik.
Scaletta slips a straight right by Sturmovik.
Scaletta gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sturmovik counters with a straight right hand.
Sturmovik comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scaletta 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.
Scaletta drops his hands momentarily and Sturmovik takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Scaletta or perhaps it was just good defense by Sturmovik, which made it look bad.
Kirov Sturmovik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta wants to clinch but Sturmovik slips to the side
and Sturmovik connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#KD2#
Sturmovik lands a big uppercut and Scaletta crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Scaletta looks OK. Sturmovik waves Scaletta back to his feet!#ROC2#Scaletta is rocked!
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!
Scaletta tries to get into range but Sturmovik steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Scaletta! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Sturmovik scores the big KO victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kirov Sturmovik!
Kirov Sturmovik thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WVT 96: Corassa v Surianglek 3
Date: Apr 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a front kick aimed at Archer's knee but Archer avoids it well.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta fails with the takedown
and Archer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Archer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Scaletta. Scaletta circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Archer connects with a jab.
Jab, jab by Archer - just one landing.
Archer scores with a nice head shot.
Archer swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Archer throws out the jab.
Archer scores with the left hand. Scaletta knows he should have avoided that one.
Archer misses with a straight left.
Archer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jonathan Archer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Archer misses.
Archer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Archer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Archer connects with a body shot that sends Scaletta's belly button to the back.#TD2#
Scaletta shoots in and bounces Archer off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Archer pushes Scaletta off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T1#
Archer misses with a few strikes there.
Scaletta wants to counter with a clinch but Archer pushes him away.
Scaletta fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Archer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Archer dodges the punch combination from Scaletta.
Archer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Scaletta has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Archer finds it's way round the side to connect with Scaletta's head.
Scaletta looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Archer connects with a looping right hand.
Archer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good exchange - Archer coming out on top.
Jonathan Archer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
The crowd cheers as Archer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scaletta doesn't seem phased though.
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!
Archer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scaletta takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scaletta moves in looking to clinch but Archer pushes him off.#CL2#
Scaletta closes the distance and pushes Archer back into the cage.
Scaletta jumps guard but Archer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Jonathan Archer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.#BC2#
Scaletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Archer.
Scaletta tries for a takedown but Archer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Scaletta tries to clinch but Archer is having none of it.
Nice takedown defense from Archer. No joy for Scaletta on that attempt.
Archer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Scaletta!
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Archer as he avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Archer coming out on top.#TD2#
Scaletta closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T3#
Scaletta is trying to control the action in half guard but Archer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Scaletta with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Archer tries to roll over but Scaletta keeps him under control.
Scaletta works his way into full mount!
Archer really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Archer tries to hold on but Scaletta pushes him away.
Archer wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Scaletta.
Archer is looking to improve his position but Scaletta isn't that keen on the idea.
Scaletta punching from mount but Archer doing a good job of avoiding damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jonathan Archer dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Archer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scaletta goes for a double leg but Archer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Archer continues to drive forward.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Archer counters with a nice body shot.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Archer as he jumps to the side.
Jonathan Archer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
Archer is looking to slow Scaletta down with leg kicks.
Archer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scaletta doesn't seem bothered though.
Scaletta shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Archer defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a sloppy head kick and Archer moves out of range easily.
Jonathan Archer is winning the standup battle so far.
Archer cracks Scaletta with a right hand to the side of the head.
Archer lands with a nice body punch. #T1#
Archer lands the left hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scaletta looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Scaletta closes the distance and pushes Archer back into the cage.#BC#
Archer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Archer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vito Scaletta is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scaletta takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scaletta fails with the takedown.
Archer scores with a nice head shot.
Scaletta takes one to the chin there.
Scaletta swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Archer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Archer as he avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T2#
Archer lands with an uppercut that bounces Scaletta off the cage and back into range.
Danga de danga de dang - Archer scores with a four punch combination!
Scaletta shoots in looking for a takedown. Archer tries to sprawl out of it but Scaletta keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Archer manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Scaletta is breathing heavily.
Archer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Archer looks to land a combination. Scaletta sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Archer scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Scaletta fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Archer closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Archer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Scaletta tries to counter with a clinch but Archer shakes him off and moves away.
Archer scores with a punch to the head.
Scaletta fails in his attempt to clinch.
Archer checks the leg kick.#T3#
Archer lands with a straight right. Scaletta didn't see that one coming.
Archer stuns Scaletta with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Archer thuds a left hand into Scaletta's body.
Scaletta takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Scaletta throws a head kick that misses.
Scaletta shoots in for a double leg but Archer sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Archer cracks Scaletta with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice cross by Archer.
Archer moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Scaletta chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Archer can pounce on him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Archer digs a good body shot into Scaletta's ribs.
Scaletta takes one on the button.
Archer cracks Scaletta with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4#
Archer scores with a nice right hand.
No luck for Scaletta with that takedown attempt.
Scaletta gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scaletta goes for a double leg but Archer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Archer continues to drive forward.
Scaletta takes one to the chin there.
Archer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scaletta takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Archer 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.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Archer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The fighters circling - Archer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Archer lands a jab to the head.
Archer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown but Archer shows good takedown defense.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jonathan Archer 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. 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#
Archer tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Archer misses the jab.
Donk. Archer catches Scaletta right on the button with a cross.
Archer cracks a nice hook into Scaletta's ribs.
A lazy left from Archer finds it's target.
Archer cracks Scaletta with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Archer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scaletta has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Archer throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Archer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scaletta at a distance.
#CL2#
Scaletta forces Archer back against the cage and clinches.
Archer blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scaletta dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC#
Archer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Archer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Archer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Archer digs a good body shot into Scaletta's ribs.
Archer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Archer scores with a body shot.
A left and a right from Archer both land. Nice combination.
Archer connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Archer lands an overhand right.
Scaletta takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Archer with a nice cross.
Archer scores with a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Archer scores with a decent looking hook.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Archer enables Scaletta to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Archer manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Archer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Archer is proving hard to escape from. #T2#
Scaletta is looking to work some ground and pound but Archer has wrist control.
Scaletta preventing the sweep.
Scaletta missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Archer seems keen to control Scaletta's posture.
Scaletta in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Scaletta fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Scaletta closes this distance looking for a takedown but Archer circles away.#T3#
Scaletta shoots for a takedown but Archer saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Jonathan Archer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
Scaletta takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Archer connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Archer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Archer lands a slapping body shot.
Archer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Archer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Archer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Scaletta.
Scaletta takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Archer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Scaletta shoots for a takedown but Archer saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Archer's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scaletta under the eye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick lands for Archer.
Scaletta tries to move into range but Archer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nice takedown defense from Archer. No joy for Scaletta on that attempt.
Nice body punch from Archer. #T4#
Archer closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Archer scores with a hook.
Archer throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scaletta stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Scaletta clinches up with Archer and pushes him back against the cage.
Archer managing to block the knees to the body from Scaletta.
Jonathan Archer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Archer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scaletta can do to turn this around?
Archer prevents a takedown attempt there.
Scaletta with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scaletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scaletta tries for a takedown. No joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jonathan Archer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Archer, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jonathan Archer! |
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Event:
WVT 87: Andrei v Karim
Date: Apr 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Shutes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Shutes throws a body kick that misses #TD#
so Scaletta counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SU#
Shutes is working an open guard so Scaletta takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL#
Scaletta has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Scaletta turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Scaletta trying to control the position but Shutes is working away.
I wouldn't like to be where Shutes is right now. #SU#
Scaletta decides to stand up, so the ref orders Shutes to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta misses with a takedown attempt
letting Shutes counter with a right hand.
Shutes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.#TD#
Shutes tries to sprawl but Scaletta drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Shutes wants to improve his position but Scaletta is controlling well.
#T1#
Scaletta is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Shutes is controlling Scaletta's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Scaletta not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shutes is doing well to control the position and prevent Scaletta from advancing to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Scaletta gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #TD#
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Scaletta controlling the pace.
Shutes trying to control here.
#SUB#
Scaletta is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Scaletta stalling.
Shutes is not content to let Scaletta control the position.
Shutes trying to control from the bottom.
Scaletta thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Shutes's head. #SU#
Scaletta stands up and beckons Shutes to join him on the feet.
Shutes lands with a cross. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Scaletta swings away with a body shot that misses
and Shutes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Shutes lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Shutes keeps the fight on the outside.
Wesley Shutes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Shutes lands a jab.
Scaletta tries to clinch there but Shutes circles away.
The crowd cheers as Shutes lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scaletta doesn't seem phased though.
Scaletta takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A jab lands there for Shutes.
Shutes misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Shutes lands a jab.
Shutes has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Shutes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CL#
Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Shutes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Scaletta gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Scaletta with a poor takedown
and Shutes counters with a stiff right hand.
Scaletta moves in looking to clinch but Shutes pushes him off.
Scaletta takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scaletta tries to clinch up.
Scaletta tries to clinch there but Shutes circles away.
Scaletta gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Shutes counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Scaletta darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Scaletta content to control rather than advance.
Shutes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Scaletta throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Scaletta trying to control the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Scaletta'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.
Shutes is not content to let Scaletta control the position.
Shutes is trying to maintain the position but Scaletta is very close to passing his half guard.
Scaletta is keen to just control but Shutes is a slippery customer.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shutes is trying to maintain the position but Scaletta is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Shutes throws a body kick that misses.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wesley Shutes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta takes one on the button.#CL#
Scaletta gets a clinch.
Shutes displaying some good clinch control by pressing Scaletta up against the cage.
Shutes lands a hook to the side of the head.
Shutes has Scaletta pressed against the cage, preventing Scaletta from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Scaletta avoiding damage as Shutes throws knees to the body.
Shutes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scaletta avoiding damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Shutes.#T3##TD#
Scaletta works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Scaletta postures up.
Shutes keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
Shutes is pulling down on Scaletta's head to control his posture.
Scaletta controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Scaletta missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Shutes working a defensive guard here.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Shutes moves into the clinch successfully.
Shutes managing to block the knees to the body from Scaletta.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shutes. #BC#
Scaletta breaks from the clinch.
Shutes with a jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shutes thuds a left hand into Scaletta's body.
Scaletta shoots for a double leg takedown but Shutes sprawls well. He's pushed Scaletta'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 Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A lazy left from Shutes finds it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wesley Shutes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Scaletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Shutes lands a nice shot that snaps Scaletta's head back.
Shutes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
No luck for Scaletta with that takedown attempt.
A bone on bone clash there as Scaletta blocks the leg kick.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Shutes as he avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Shutes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scaletta fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scaletta shoots in looking for a takedown but Shutes manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Scaletta's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Scaletta is looking to clinch.
Shutes wants to counter with a clinch but Scaletta pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shutes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Scaletta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Shutes ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Shutes lands a nice shot that snaps Scaletta's head back.
#T1#
Shutes throws a right hand that Scaletta ducks under and follows up with a left that Scaletta also avoids with ease.
Shutes moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Scaletta misses with a takedown attempt - Shutes sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A little jabbing left from Shutes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Shutes jabs at Scaletta's body.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.
Shutes scores with a nice head shot.
Scaletta tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shutes manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Shutes displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Scaletta.
Scaletta on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Shutes. Shutes obviously looking to wear him down.
Shutes fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scaletta on the side of the head.#T2##TD#
Scaletta is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Shutes's half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Scaletta seems to be looking for submissions.
Shutes trying to control but Scaletta postures up.
#SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Shutes looking for submissions off his back.
Vito Scaletta overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Scaletta controlling the action here.
Shutes is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta slows the pace down in half guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Scaletta is keen to just control but Shutes is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nice sprawl there from Shutes as Scaletta shoots in.
Shutes keeps the fight on the outside.
Shutes stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Shutes wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
Shutes scores with a jab to the body.
Shutes lands a jab.
A punch combination from Scaletta misses.
Vito Scaletta is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Scaletta drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice sprawl there from Shutes as Scaletta shoots in.
Shutes looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown but Shutes shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wesley Shutes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Shutes 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wesley Shutes!
In his post fight interview, Wesley Shutes started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
WVT 77: Machado v Halsti
Date: Mar 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Scaletta shoots in and drives through. Bokhchuud sprawls well.
Scaletta shoots and misses #CL2#
and Bokhchuud holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Bokhchuud keeps control of Scaletta as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Scaletta 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.
Bokhchuud lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bokhchuud scores with a shot to the side of Scaletta's head. #TD#
Scaletta pulls guard effortlessly.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SU2#
Bokhchuud stands up and waves to Scaletta to follow him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhchuud doesn't manage to clinch there - Scaletta circles away.
Scaletta changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bokhchuud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scaletta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scaletta sets himself, and Bokhchuud steps forward looking for the clinch! Scaletta avoids it this time.
Bokhchuud tries to clinch but Scaletta is having none of it. #T1#
Bokhchuud tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scaletta swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Bokhchuud rushes Scaletta and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bokhchuud misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scaletta.
Knees to the body from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scaletta is defending well for now.
Bokhchuud lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow that misses.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bokhchuud just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scaletta avoiding damage.
Bokhchuud creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Scaletta's defenses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bokhchuud throws an elbow but misses.
Scaletta wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bokhchuud has him pressed against the cage.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bokhchuud just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bokhchuud digs a right hand into Scaletta's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scaletta's gas tank.
Bokhchuud pushes off an throws an elbow but Scaletta leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T2#
Scaletta tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#TD#
Scaletta jumps guard and drags Bokhchuud to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Bokhchuud wants to stand but Scaletta has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU2#
Bokhchuud gets to his feet - Scaletta follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Bokhchuud moves into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bokhchuud lands a nice elbow.
Scaletta managing to block the knees to the body from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bokhchuud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scalettas head.
A left hand lands to the body for Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud trying to land knees to the body.
Bokhchuud keeps control of Scaletta as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bokhchuud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scalettas head.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bokhchuud just stands there and leans against the cage.#T3#
Bokhchuud struggles to land a body shot inside as Scaletta controls his hands.
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow over the top.
Bokhchuud gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Bokhchuud looking to throw knees to the head but Scaletta is blocking nicely.
Scaletta avoiding damage.
Scaletta has had enough of the clinch but Bokhchuud keeps him there for the moment.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow inside.
Bokhchuud has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Scaletta seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bokhchuud can turn it around.
Scaletta goes for a takedown attempt but Bokhchuud pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Scaletta gets tackled into the cage by Bokhchuud. Bokhchuud maintains the clinch.
Bokhchuud lands a shot to the body.
Bokhchuud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bokhchuud. #T4#
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks with his arms.
Bokhchuud lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
Scaletta wants to take the fight to the mat but Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow inside that Scaletta shrugs off.
Bokhchuud tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta wants to take the fight to the mat but Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bokhchuud lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scaletta prevents a body shot from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Scaletta avoids it.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bokhchuud using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scaletta has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#TD#
Scaletta manages to pull guard.
Bokhchuud trying to stand up but can't free himself from Scaletta's guard.
Scaletta will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SU2#
Bokhchuud gets to his feet. Scaletta looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Scaletta shoots in and drives through. Bokhchuud sprawls well.
Scaletta sets himself, and Bokhchuud steps forward looking for the clinch! Scaletta avoids it this time.
Scaletta has a takedown stuffed.
Bokhchuud is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Bokhchuud closes the distance and clinches.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow but it misses.
Bokhchuud trying to land knees to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bokhchuud looking to throw knees to the head but Scaletta is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhchuud gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Bokhchuud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scalettas head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scaletta.
Bokhchuud misses with a knee to the head.
Bokhchuud gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #T1#
Scaletta is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bokhchuud blocks a body shot from Scaletta. #BC#
Scaletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Bokhchuud has closed the distance and engaged Scaletta in a clinch.
#BC#
Scaletta breaks from the clinch.
Scaletta lands a head kick!
#CUT#It looks like Khuchtei Bokhchuud has been cut.#CL2#
Bokhchuud gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Scaletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Bokhchuud clinches up with Scaletta and pushes him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Bokhchuud.
Scaletta prevents a body shot from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow that stopped Scaletta in his tracks for a moment. #BC#
Scaletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scaletta throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T2##CL2#
Bokhchuud rushes Scaletta and presses him up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bokhchuud's elbow.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow inside that Scaletta shrugs off.
Scaletta is trying to pull guard but Bokhchuud turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Scaletta blocks an elbow strike.
Bokhchuud tries a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks it.
Bokhchuud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Bokhchuud on the inside.
Bokhchuud misses with the head strike.
Bokhchuud tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bokhchuud pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#TD#
Scaletta works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Bokhchuud has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Scaletta off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #CL2#
Bokhchuud moves into the clinch successfully.
#T3#
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow over the top.
Scaletta avoiding damage as Bokhchuud throws knees to the body.
Bokhchuud can't find room to land a body shot as Scaletta controls the action.
Bokhchuud is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow strike.
Bokhchuud lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
A short left from Bokhchuud.
Still in the clinch, Bokhchuud scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scaletta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bokhchuud misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bokhchuud misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scaletta.
Bokhchuud scores with a shoulder strike.
Scaletta missing with knees to the body.
Bokhchuud lands a nice elbow.
Bokhchuud creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T4#
Bokhchuud fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta tries a knee to the head but Bokhchuud blocks it.
Scaletta has Bokhchuud pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bokhchuud manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
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!
Scaletta can't get the takedown.
Bokhchuud looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Bokhchuud misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bokhchuud lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Scaletta jumps guard but Bokhchuud turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bokhchuud lands a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud connects with a nasty looking knee right to Scaletta's face.
Bokhchuud lands a right hand.
Scaletta has had enough of the clinch but Bokhchuud keeps him there for the moment.
A short body shot lands from Bokhchuud as the two fighters clinch.
Bokhchuud lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Khuchtei Bokhchuud's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Scaletta will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bokhchuud leaves Scaletta with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Scaletta tries to keep at a distance but Bokhchuud has taken the fight into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bokhchuud.
Scaletta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bokhchuud being controlled against the cage.
Bokhchuud has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhchuud with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#BC#
Scaletta manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Bokhchuud moves into the clinch successfully.
#T1#
Scaletta takes a shot to the head.
Scaletta tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bokhchuud tries to work over Scaletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scaletta fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bokhchuud trying to land knees to the body.
Bokhchuud misses with a knee strike.
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow strike.
Bokhchuud with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bokhchuud tries to clinch up but Scaletta circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice takedown defense from Bokhchuud. No joy for Scaletta on that attempt.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scaletta tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bokhchuud swivels and escapes.
Scaletta shoots in looking for a takedown but Bokhchuud manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Scaletta's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Bokhchuud clinches up with Scaletta and pushes him back against the cage.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Scaletta misses with an elbow strike.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow that misses.
Scaletta slowing the pace effectively.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but Bokhchuud holds him up against the cage and eventually Scaletta drops back down to his feet.
Scaletta jumps guard but Bokhchuud stands there with Scaletta around his waist. Scaletta gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scaletta misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Scaletta tries to throw a body punch but Bokhchuud avoids it by throwing Scaletta back against the cage.
Scaletta can't break the clinch.
Scaletta dodges an elbow strike from Bokhchuud.
Scaletta tries to circle away but Bokhchuud has him pinned against the cage.
Bokhchuud lands with a left to the head.
Bokhchuud lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Scaletta is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scaletta has Bokhchuud pressed against the cage.
Bokhchuud prevents the takedown attempt.
Bokhchuud lands a nice elbow.
Bokhchuud tries to land knees in the clinch but Scaletta avoids the damage to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta has had enough of the clinch but Bokhchuud keeps him there for the moment.
Vito Scaletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scaletta tries to circle away but Bokhchuud has him pinned against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khuchtei Bokhchuud comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bokhchuud 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khuchtei Bokhchuud!
An out of breath and clearly excited Khuchtei Bokhchuud thanked Voodoo Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
WVT 73: Ihantala v Melendov 2
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Scaletta fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Yeshua Immanuel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CL#
Immanuel gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Immanuel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scaletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Immanuel controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Immanuel fails to land.
Immanuel lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scaletta.
Immanuel is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scaletta is defending well for now.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Immanuel after a bit of a struggle.
I was talking to Immanuel's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Scaletta breaks the clinch.
Scaletta fails with the takedown.
Yeshua Immanuel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
A head kick misses from Immanuel.
Scaletta shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Immanuel defends it nicely.
Immanuel is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Immanuel keeps the fight on the outside.
Immanuel throws a big counter combination but Scaletta scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Yeshua Immanuel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Scaletta closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip 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.
Scaletta looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Immanuel is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Scaletta scores with a couple of nice shots.
Immanuel avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Scaletta. #SUB2#
Scaletta wants to work for an arm triangle but Immanuel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
Scaletta controlling the action here.
Scaletta landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Immanuel avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Scaletta.
Scaletta sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Scaletta trying to mount his opponent but Immanuel defends it. #T3#
Immanuel wants to control but Scaletta is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Scaletta performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Scaletta is trying for a kimura here. Immanuel looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Scaletta wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vito Scaletta!
A victorious Vito Scaletta thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Yeshua Immanuel was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks to my coaches, sorry I came up short. Great game plan by my opponent. It was his night tonight. '. |
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Event:
WVT 64: Peterson v Simone
Date: Jan 20, 2023 |
#R1#
Alexandrov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scaletta at a distance.
#CL2#
Alexandrov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Alexandrov jumps guard.
Alexandrov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alexandrov trying to control the position.
Alexandrov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Alexandrov is trying to keep Scaletta in close.
Scaletta's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexandrov wants to control but Scaletta passes easily into half guard.
Alexandrov wants to control but Scaletta is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Scaletta keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alexandrov is looking to escape.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Alexandrov trying to control here.
#SUB#
Scaletta is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Scaletta takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SU#
Scaletta decides to stand up.
Scaletta has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD#
Scaletta feints and as Alexandrov raises his hands in defense, Scaletta changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Alexandrov wants to stand but Scaletta is controlling the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Alexandrov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Scaletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Alexandrov wants to get back to his feet but Scaletta is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Alexandrov trying to keep a closed guard but Scaletta is proving a slippery customer.
Alexandrov is trying to hold Scaletta in close to prevent damage but Scaletta has managed to pass into half guard.
Scaletta content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nice strikes from Scaletta there. #T3#
Scaletta slips a nice elbow through Alexandrov's hands, connecting with Alexandrov's forehead.
Alexandrov wants to get back to his feet.
Alexandrov wants to get back to full guard.
Scaletta seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Scaletta is looking to advance position but Alexandrov won't allow it.
Alexandrov is trying to stand.
#T4#
Alexandrov is trying to escape back to his feet but Scaletta uses the scramble to pass into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#SU#
Scaletta decides to stand back up.
Alexandrov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Scaletta. #CL2#
Alexandrov has Scaletta up against the cage in a clinch.
Alexandrov presses Scaletta against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scaletta tries to pull guard but Alexandrov holds him up against the cage and eventually Scaletta drops back down to his feet.
Alexandrov tries to throw a body punch but Scaletta avoids it by throwing Alexandrov back against the cage. #TD#
Scaletta drags the fight down to the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Alexandrov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Scaletta manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alexandrov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Scaletta manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Alexandrov moves into the clinch successfully.
Alexandrov tries a body shot but Scaletta blocks it.
Scaletta misses with a punch to the body.
#BC#
Scaletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Scaletta is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Alexandrov.
Alexandrov wants to clinch.
Alexandrov doesn't manage to clinch there - Scaletta circles away.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexandrov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alexandrov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Alexandrov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Alexandrov is looking to clinch.
As Alexandrov tries to get set, Scaletta tries to push him back and clinch up but Alexandrov manages to avoid the attempt.
Alexandrov tries to clinch but Scaletta is having none of it. #CL2#
Alexandrov darts in and clinches Scaletta up against the cage.
Alexandrov digs a right hand into Scaletta's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scaletta's gas tank.
Scaletta jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Alexandrov walks away with a smile on his face. Scaletta gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Scaletta scores with a crisp jab that stopped Alexandrov in his tracks.
Alexandrov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL#
Scaletta has managed to clinch.
Alexandrov looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Alexandrov pulls Scaletta into guard.
Alexandrov working a defensive guard but Scaletta manages to pass into side control anyway.
Alexandrov wants to control but Scaletta postures up.
Scaletta tries to advance to mount but Alexandrov denies him.
Scaletta trying to control the action but Alexandrov is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Alexandrov reaches up around Scaletta's neck trying to control. But Scaletta takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Alexandrov! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Alexandrov is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Scaletta celebrates the victory with the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Vito Scaletta!
A very excited looking Vito Scaletta 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:
WVT 58: Maestre v Motts 3
Date: Dec 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Wellington misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a big counter.
Scaletta tries to clinch but Wellington moves out of range.
Scaletta lands with a kick to the ribs.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scaletta checks a leg kick.
Wellington throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Scaletta counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Wellington.
Wellington wants to get back to his feet but Scaletta is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Wellington keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Wellington wants to stand up but Scaletta is controlling him. #T1#
Scaletta might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Scaletta trying to control but Wellington is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Wellington wants to sweep here but Scaletta controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Wellington with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wellington throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wellington throws a head kick that misses.
Scaletta darts in trying to clinch
and Wellington counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Wellington scores with a kick to the midsection.#TD#
Scaletta shoots in and gets a takedown into Wellington's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wellington keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
Scaletta showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Wellington is trying to keep Scaletta in close.
Scaletta sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Scaletta pushing down on Wellington's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Wellington is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Wellington is looking to get back to full guard here but Scaletta has managed to pass to side control instead.#SU#
Scaletta stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Scaletta swinging wildly here.
Scaletta is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T4#
Scaletta tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wellington paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scaletta misses with a body kick.
Wellington throws a shot to the body.
#TD#
Scaletta gets the takedown into side control.
The referee asks Scaletta politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Scaletta prefers to stall for the moment though.
Wellington wants to control but Scaletta postures up.
Scaletta working the ground and pound but Wellington is defending the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta scoring with punches and elbows.
Scaletta trying to control the action but Wellington is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Wellington's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Wellington lands a head kick. Scaletta smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Wellington looks for the body kick but Scaletta saw that one coming.
Humphrey Wellington seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta moves out of range of the leg kick from Wellington.
Wellington chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wellington thows a body kick. Scaletta tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Vito Scaletta is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wellington lands a nice looking body kick.#TD#
Scaletta drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Scaletta working away.
Scaletta in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta wants to control but Wellington is keeping him busy. #T1#
Wellington tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Scaletta easily slips into full mount!
Wellington is trying to reverse the position but instead Scaletta has taken his back - oops!
Scaletta is working the ground and pound. Can Wellington escape?
Scaletta keeps control of the position as Wellington tries to break free.
Scaletta keeps control of the position easily here as Wellington tries to buck him off.
#SUB#
Scaletta working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T2#
Scaletta is hanging on to Wellington's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Scaletta has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Wellington grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Scaletta softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Wellington is trying to break free.
We've been hearing good reports from Scaletta'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.
Scaletta scores with punches from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta has the hooks in. Wellington is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T3##SUB#
Scaletta working for the choke.
Scaletta scores with punches and elbows.
Wellington tries to escape but Scaletta has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Wellington fending off the submission attempt from Scaletta.
Wellington can't escape the position.
#T4##SUB#
Scaletta looking for the choke from the back.
Scaletta trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Wellington doesn't escape.
Wellington is really stuck here.
Scaletta throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Even with his hooks in, Scaletta manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Wellington is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Scaletta off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Scaletta tightening his grip on Wellington, looking for the choke.
Wellington is in bad spot here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Wellington fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD#
Scaletta looking to score a takedown here. Wellington is defending well but Scaletta drives through and ends up in Wellington's guard.
Scaletta prevents Wellington from getting back to his feet.
Scaletta postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Wellington is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SU#
Scaletta decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Wellington, up you get!
Scaletta misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Scaletta bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Scaletta wants to control but Wellington is keeping him busy.
Wellington is trying to control Scaletta's posture but Scaletta avoids it. #T1#
Scaletta looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Wellington is avoiding damage well.
#SU#
Scaletta stands up.
Wellington looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scaletta has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wellington.
Nice takedown defense from Wellington. No joy for Scaletta on that attempt.
Scaletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wellington can do to turn this around?
Scaletta fails with the takedown
and Wellington counters with a thumping low kick.
Humphrey Wellington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wellington tries a head kick but it misses.
Scaletta walks forward, straight into a front kick from Wellington.#T2##TD#
Scaletta looking to score a takedown here. Wellington is defending well but Scaletta drives through and ends up in Wellington's guard.
Wellington has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Scaletta has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Wellington escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
Scaletta closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Wellington is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
Wellington is trying to get back to full guard.
Scaletta tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wellington knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Wellington is looking to improve his position.
#T3##SU#
Scaletta stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Scaletta fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wellington.
Scaletta misses with a body punch
and Wellington counters with a nice body kick. #TD#
Scaletta shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Scaletta takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Wellington wants to improve his position but Scaletta is controlling well.
Wellington controlling the position for now.
Wellington tries to roll over but Scaletta keeps him under control.#SU#
Scaletta decides to stand and escape the position.
Scaletta will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wellington as he jumps to the side.
Humphrey Wellington has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vito Scaletta is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Scaletta gets a clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Humphrey Wellington.
I think Scaletta 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vito Scaletta!
A very excited looking Vito Scaletta 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:
TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 15 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ruslan Karelin!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Stewart Dunkirk and Chris Downing.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Scaletta fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Scaletta closes the distance and pushes Karelin back into the cage.
Karelin tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Scaletta just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Karelin pulls guard effortlessly.
We've been hearing good reports from Scaletta'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.#SUB2#
Scaletta content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Karelin has locked up a guillotine! Karelin's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Scaletta is holding on here and Karelin must be using up a lot of energy. Scaletta has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Karelin gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ruslan Karelin!
In his post fight interview, Ruslan Karelin started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 2
Date: Sep 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 14 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Johnny Matthews!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Matthews shoots for a double leg takedown but Scaletta sprawls well. He's pushed Matthews's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Matthews looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Scaletta is fending him off so far but Matthews persists. Nope, Scaletta circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Scaletta takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Scaletta turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Scaletta manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Scaletta (4) vs (0) Matthews
Matthews is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Scaletta is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Matthews looking for submissions off his back.
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.
Matthews tries to roll over but Scaletta keeps him under control.#T1#
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but Matthews defending well.
Scaletta is trying to control. Matthews wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Matthews wants to get back to full guard.
Scaletta wants to pass the guard but Matthews is defending well.
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working. #SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Matthews is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Scaletta with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Matthews wants to improve his position but Scaletta is controlling well.
We've been hearing good reports from Scaletta'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.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Matthews is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
Still in half guard, Scaletta seems content to control.#T3#
Matthews gets back to full guard.
Scaletta 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.
Matthews wants to sweep but no luck.
Scaletta is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4##SUB2#
Matthews has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Scaletta can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Scaletta looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Matthews looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Scaletta avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving. #T5##SUB2#
Matthews has his foot on Scaletta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Scaletta works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Matthews working for a triangle but Scaletta defends it easily.
#SUB#
Scaletta 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. #T6#
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving.
Scaletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Matthews keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
Matthews 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: Scaletta (4) vs (2) Matthews
Scaletta manages to get to full guard.
Matthews wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is keeping the position.#T7##SUB2#
Matthews drops back, looking for a kneebar! Scaletta looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Scaletta looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Scaletta! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (8) vs (2) Matthews
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working.
Matthews manages to work his way to half guard, despite Scaletta's best efforts.
Matthews 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.
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working.
Matthews is pressing down on Scaletta's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T8##SUB2#
Matthews is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scaletta is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Scaletta is posturing up here but Matthews has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Scaletta tries to roll out but it's too tight and Scaletta has to tap! Slick submission there by Matthews!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
CWC 315 - Prelims
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 13 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Wilky Pierre!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Matheus Silva and Alexandre Firmino.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Pierre wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pierre or perhaps it was just good defense by Scaletta, which made it look bad. #CL#
Scaletta gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Pierre gets control of Scaletta's arms and successfully pulls guard. Pierre will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Scaletta won't allow Pierre to sweep him here.
Scaletta passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (3) vs (0) Pierre
Pierre tries to bench press Scaletta off him but Scaletta keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lull in the action here.#T1#
Pierre looks to move to half guard but instead Scaletta has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Scaletta (5) vs (0) Pierre
Scaletta wants to control the pace but Pierre is squirming around nicely.
Pierre gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Scaletta is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pierre is not content to let Scaletta control the position.
Pierre wants to improve his position but Scaletta is controlling well.
Scaletta works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (8) vs (0) Pierre
Scaletta trying to control the action but Pierre is working from the bottom.
Pierre regains half guard.#T2#
Pierre is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pierre defends it well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pierre is staying active underneath Scaletta, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Scaletta is taking a breather. Pierre 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.
Pierre manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Pierre looking for a guillotine here but Scaletta defends easily.
Scaletta preventing the sweep. #T3#
Pierre lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (8) vs (2) Pierre
Pierre forces his way into half guard.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Scaletta slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pierre controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pierre trying to move into half guard but instead Scaletta has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (10) vs (2) Pierre#SUB2#
Pierre working for a triangle but Scaletta defends it easily.
#T4##SUB2#
Pierre isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Scaletta stacks Pierre on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Scaletta! Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (13) vs (2) Pierre
Pierre is not content to let Scaletta control the position.
Pierre tries to buck Scaletta off but Scaletta is having none of it.
Pierre is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Scaletta is trying to control. Pierre wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Scaletta in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Pierre is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Scaletta pulls his head out easily.
Pierre tries to get to full guard but Scaletta has control of the leg. #T5#
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but Pierre defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Scaletta'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.
Pierre is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pierre wants to control but Scaletta is keeping busy.
Pierre is trying to get back to full guard.
Pierre is trying to maintain the position but Scaletta is very close to passing his half guard.#T6#
Pierre wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Pierre looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta is looking to advance position but Pierre won't allow it.
Pierre is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pierre keeps trying to improve his position.
Scaletta is controlling the pace.
Pierre tries to get to full guard but Scaletta has control of the leg.
Pierre won't allow Scaletta to pass to mount.
We've been informed that Pierre has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Pierre wants to get back to full guard.#T7##SUB2#
Pierre has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Scaletta escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Scaletta! Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (16) vs (2) Pierre#SUB#
Scaletta is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pierre knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pierre tries to bench press Scaletta off him but Scaletta keeps the position.
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pierre keeps working.
Pierre is looking to reverse the position.
Scaletta just content to control the position.
Pierre tries to improve position but can't. #T8#
Scaletta 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 Pierre's shoulder. That is not cool.
Pierre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pierre can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Scaletta working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pierre is not content to let Scaletta control the position.
Scaletta is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Pierre is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Scaletta tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Scaletta has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T9#
Pierre manages to work his way to half guard, despite Scaletta's best efforts.
Pierre gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Scaletta is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Pierre has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Scaletta is looking to defend but Pierre has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Scaletta! Pierre pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Scaletta taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Wilky Pierre!
During a confident post fight interview, Wilky Pierre thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 311 - Prelims
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Zawisza Czarny Z Garbowa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 13 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Luis Engracia and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Czarny Z Garbowa tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Scaletta swivels and escapes.
Scaletta steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Czarny Z Garbowa.
Scaletta fails with a takedown attempt.
Czarny Z Garbowa fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Czarny Z Garbowa shoots in and bounces Scaletta off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Czarny Z Garbowa (2) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta controlling Czarny Z Garbowa's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Czarny Z Garbowa passes Scaletta's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Scaletta is in trouble now - Czarny Z Garbowa has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Czarny Z Garbowa (5) vs (0) Scaletta
Czarny Z Garbowa looking to control but Scaletta is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Czarny Z Garbowa avoids the attempt from Scaletta to control.
Czarny Z Garbowa tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Czarny Z Garbowa with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Scaletta is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Scaletta is squirming around, avoiding Czarny Z Garbowa's attempts to control the action.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position but Czarny Z Garbowa isn't that keen on the idea.#T2##SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Scaletta has worked his arm free - good work by Scaletta!
#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Scaletta, who protects the arm well.
Scaletta tries to buck Czarny Z Garbowa off but Czarny Z Garbowa is having none of it.
Czarny Z Garbowa trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
Czarny Z Garbowa controlling the position from side mount.
Scaletta is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Scaletta manages to get back to half guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying to control the action in half guard but Scaletta is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Scaletta controlling the position well.
Czarny Z Garbowa wants to free his trapped foot but Scaletta is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta is trying to control but can't.
Czarny Z Garbowa wants to take a breather but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Scaletta is just riding it out for now. Czarny Z Garbowa eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Scaletta is looking to control Czarny Z Garbowa's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scaletta avoid being mounted?
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying to control the action in half guard but Scaletta is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Scaletta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Czarny Z Garbowa is working away from the top position though.
Czarny Z Garbowa trying to control the action but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta is trying to control but can't.
Czarny Z Garbowa wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is defending well. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back.
Czarny Z Garbowa stalling away here and it's allowed Scaletta to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Czarny Z Garbowa postures up.
#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Czarny Z Garbowa defends well.#T6#
Czarny Z Garbowa trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Scaletta controlling the position.
Czarny Z Garbowa passes Scaletta's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Scaletta does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Czarny Z Garbowa passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Czarny Z Garbowa (8) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Czarny Z Garbowa's lack of action.
#T7#
Scaletta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Czarny Z Garbowa is working away from the top position though.
Czarny Z Garbowa controlling the action here.
Scaletta is in trouble now - Czarny Z Garbowa has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Czarny Z Garbowa (11) vs (0) Scaletta
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking to work his way around to Scaletta's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Czarny Z Garbowa wants to control the pace but Scaletta is squirming around nicely.
Czarny Z Garbowa is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Scaletta is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T8##SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is working for a guillotine from mount but Scaletta frees his head quite easily.
Scaletta is in all sorts of trouble here.
Czarny Z Garbowa can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Scaletta is looking to escape.
Czarny Z Garbowa avoids the attempt from Scaletta to control.#T9#
Czarny Z Garbowa wants to take Scaletta's back but he can't do it this time.
Czarny Z Garbowa trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta is wriggling around trying to escape.
Scaletta is squirming around, avoiding Czarny Z Garbowa's attempts to control the action.
Czarny Z Garbowa takes Scaletta's back. Score +3 for taking back: Czarny Z Garbowa (14) vs (0) Scaletta
Czarny Z Garbowa gets his hands free as Scaletta looks to control.
Czarny Z Garbowa has the hooks in. Scaletta is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T10#
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Scaletta is defending well though. Czarny Z Garbowa let's go of the attempt for now.
Scaletta rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB#
Scaletta is defending against the submission attempts here by Czarny Z Garbowa.
Scaletta tries to roll over but Czarny Z Garbowa keeps him under control.#T11#
Czarny Z Garbowa is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Scaletta has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Czarny Z Garbowa. Oh but Scaletta has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Czarny Z Garbowa goes limp - he's gone! Scaletta jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Vito Scaletta!
A victorious Vito Scaletta 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 304 - Walters vs Steel
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Wilhelm Bar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 12 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Bar darts in looking for a takedown but Scaletta gets double underhooks and turns Bar into the cage. #TD#
Bar has picked Scaletta up - he's going for a ride! Bar dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bar (2) vs (0) Scaletta
Bar is controlling the pace.
Scaletta trying to control here.
Bar prevents Scaletta from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bar wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is defending well. #T1#
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bar tries to pass to full mount but Scaletta defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bar looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Scaletta is controlling Bar's trapped leg to prevent Bar from advancing to side control.
Bar works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (5) vs (0) Scaletta#T2#
Scaletta is trying to reverse the position but instead Bar has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Bar (8) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta prevents Bar from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Bar working for the choke. #SUB#
Bar has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Bar is hanging on to Scaletta's back as he tries to escape.
Bar controls the position.#T3#
Scaletta is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Bar gets his hands free as Scaletta looks to control.
Scaletta can't escape the position.
What can Scaletta do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Bar has the hooks in. Scaletta is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bar avoiding Scaletta 's attempts to control his hands.
Scaletta rolls, trying to escape but Bar keeps control of the position.
Bar is trying to stick to Scaletta's back but Scaletta is turning into Bar. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Bar's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Scaletta. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (8) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Bar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta content to stall in guard here. #T5#
Scaletta is looking to pass into half guard but Bar pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Bar is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (10) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bar controls the pace.
Bar wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Bar won't allow Scaletta to sweep him here.
Scaletta wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bar 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. #T6#
Bar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Scaletta looking to control.
Bar stopping the sweep attempt from Scaletta.
Scaletta can't keep his opponent in guard - Bar advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Scaletta is pressing down on Bar's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Scaletta can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bar controls the pace.
Scaletta 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.#T7#
Scaletta has his hands on Bar's head, controlling the position.
Scaletta wants to sweep here but Bar controlling him for the moment.
Bar tries to free his leg and advance position but Scaletta is retaining full guard.
Scaletta controls Bar momentarily but Bar frees himself.
Bar wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving. #T8#
Scaletta working a defensive guard here.
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Bar from controlling successfully.
Scaletta seems keen to control Bar's posture.#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a triangle here but Bar uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (13) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta is looking for a sweep.#T9#
Bar 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 Scaletta's shoulder. That is not cool.
Bar has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Scaletta is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Scaletta is letting Bar control him for a moment. #T10#
Scaletta is looking for a sweep.
Scaletta can't do much from the bottom here.
Bar trying to control the action but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bar's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T11#
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.
Bar not doing much here.
Scaletta has a hand on Bar's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bar takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (16) vs (2) Scaletta
Bar controlling from the full mount. #T12#
Scaletta wants to control but Bar is having none of it.
Scaletta can't escape the position.
Bar tries to control but Scaletta wriggling away.
Scaletta tries to hold on but Bar pushes him away.
Scaletta is desperately trying to improve his position but Bar has a good base and remains in mount.
Bar controlling the pace for now.
Bar is looking to work his way around to Scaletta's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T13#
Bar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bar wants to take Scaletta's back here but Scaletta is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Bar avoids the attempt from Scaletta to control.
Bar looking to control but Scaletta is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Scaletta has given up his back here. Will Bar look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Bar (19) vs (2) Scaletta#T14#
Scaletta tries to break free.
Bar trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Scaletta doesn't escape. #SUB#
Bar working for a choke but Scaletta is defending well.
Scaletta tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scaletta regains half guard.
Bar controlling the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bar takes the fight on points by 19 to 2. |
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Event:
CWC 300 - SUPERNOVA Prelims 2
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Wilky Pierre! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 11 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, John Roberts and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Scaletta clinches up against the cage.
Scaletta is trying to pull guard but Pierre has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Pierre has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Scaletta uses from the top position.
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Pierre.#SUB#
Pierre looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Scaletta has picked Pierre up and slammed him! Pierre can't keep hold of the triangle and Scaletta manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Pierre (0) vs (3) Scaletta
Pierre seems a little lost for a moment, as Scaletta dominates the positioning.
Pierre is looking for a sweep.
Scaletta is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Scaletta tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Scaletta has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pierre is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Pierre struggling a bit here.
Scaletta is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pierre keeps working.
Pierre tries to buck Scaletta off but Scaletta is having none of it.
Pierre regains half guard.#SUB#
Pierre looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Pierre has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Scaletta. Oh but Pierre has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Scaletta goes limp - he's gone! Pierre jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Wilky Pierre!
During a confident post fight interview, Wilky Pierre thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 297 - Pavlov vs Cosades
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Mark Merel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Robert Twigg and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Merel moves into the clinch successfully.
Scaletta goes for a takedown attempt but Merel pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Scaletta dives in and grabs Merel's left leg, looking for a takedown. Merel pushes down on Scaletta's head and hops out.
Merel 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.#CL#
Merel moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Scaletta pulls Merel into guard.
Scaletta looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Merel looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel pushing down on Scaletta's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Scaletta gets back to full guard.
Scaletta working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Merel is pushing down on Scaletta's leg trying to pass to half guard. Scaletta is fighting to maintain full guard but Merel has managed to sneak the leg through.
Scaletta trying to control from the bottom.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Merel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Merel is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Scaletta doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Merel.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merel trying to control the action but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard but Merel has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Merel (3) vs (0) Scaletta#T2#
Merel controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Merel goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Scaletta is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merel (3) vs (2) Scaletta#SUB2#
Scaletta drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Merel dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merel (5) vs (2) Scaletta
Merel advances to half guard.
Scaletta is looking to control Merel's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scaletta avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Scaletta actively working from the bottom here.
Scaletta trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Merel looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Merel moves into full mount! Scaletta won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Merel (8) vs (2) Scaletta#SUB#
Merel goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Scaletta is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merel (8) vs (4) Scaletta
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Merel.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Merel keeps moving.
Scaletta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merel is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Scaletta must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Merel is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Merel working a defensive guard here.
Scaletta looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Merel 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.#T5#
Merel working a defensive guard here.
Merel is adopting a defensive guard.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Merel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Scaletta's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Scaletta sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Merel's guard.
Scaletta prevents Merel from improving his position.
Scaletta trying to control the action but Merel is working from the bottom.
Scaletta not doing much here.
Merel trying to control here.
#T7##SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura here.
Merel has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Scaletta is working away from the top position though.
Still in half guard, Scaletta seems content to control.#SUB2#
Scaletta is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Merel sees it coming and defends easily.#T8#
Merel is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
Merel trying to control but Scaletta postures up.
#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Merel is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Scaletta's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Scaletta's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Merel (12) vs (4) Scaletta#T9#
Scaletta rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Merel is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Merel (15) vs (4) Scaletta
Merel trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Merel controlling the position easily from mount.
Scaletta tries to hold on but Merel postures up.#T10#
Merel tries to control but Scaletta wriggling away.
Scaletta tries to hold on but Merel pushes him away.
Merel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Scaletta is looking to escape.
Scaletta manages to control the position for a moment.
Scaletta is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11##SUB#
Merel looking for a guillotine from mount but Scaletta is having none of it.
Merel trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Merel content just to control the position here.
Scaletta is trying desperately to improve position.
Merel wants to control the pace but Scaletta is squirming around nicely.
Scaletta regains half guard.#T12#
Scaletta is staying active underneath Merel, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Merel is thwarting Scaletta's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Merel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Scaletta has managed to free his arm - good work.
Merel trying to control from half guard but Scaletta is working away. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.#T13#
Scaletta is not content to let Merel control the position.#SUB#
Merel is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Merel pulls his head out easily.
Merel wants to pass to mount but Scaletta is defending the position. #SUB#
Merel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Scaletta gets back to full guard.
#T14#
Merel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Scaletta is pulling down on Merel's head. It's preventing any offense from Merel, at least for the moment.
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Merel from controlling successfully.
Merel passes Scaletta's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Scaletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merel takes the fight on points by 15 to 4.
A relieved looking Mark Merel 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:
CWC 296 - Jackson vs Priest
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 9 losses; Luc Gagnon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Stewart Dunkirk and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Scaletta fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Scaletta tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Gagnon smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Gagnon takes the fight into the clinch.
Gagnon fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Scaletta jumps guard and drags Gagnon to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Gagnon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Scaletta has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gagnon has managed to get both his arms back between Scaletta's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gagnon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Scaletta controls Gagnon momentarily but Gagnon frees himself.
Gagnon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gagnon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Scaletta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gagnon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Scaletta controls Gagnon momentarily but Gagnon frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Gagnon pushing down on Scaletta's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Gagnon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gagnon is pressing down on Scaletta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Scaletta is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gagnon 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. Scaletta tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Gagnon!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Luc Gagnon!
After winning the bout, Luc Gagnon 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 295 - Vicini vs Lemieux
Date: Feb 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Eric Barnes!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Shirou Masuda.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Barnes tries to clinch but Scaletta is having none of it. #CL#
Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but Barnes holds him up against the cage and eventually Scaletta drops back down to his feet.
#TD2#
Barnes tightens his grip and picks Scaletta up, before dumping him to the ground. Scaletta manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Scaletta (0) vs (2) Barnes
Barnes tries to free his leg and advance position but Scaletta is retaining full guard.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barnes sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Scaletta's guard.
Scaletta slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Scaletta pulls Barnes in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes advances to half guard.
Scaletta moves into full guard.
Scaletta has control of Barnes's left arm, preventing Barnes from doing any damage.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Barnes wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is keeping the position.
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Barnes from controlling successfully.
Barnes passes Scaletta's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.
Barnes tries to pass the half guard into mount. Scaletta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Scaletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Barnes wants to work for an arm triangle but Scaletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Barnes is trying to work for a kimura but Scaletta is defending well.
#SUB2#
Barnes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Scaletta sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Barnes is trying to work for a kimura but Scaletta is defending well.
#SUB2#
Barnes wants to work for an arm triangle but Scaletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
Barnes is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Barnes prevents Scaletta from improving his position.
Barnes wants to pass to mount but Scaletta is defending the position.
Barnes uses his free foot to push down on Scaletta's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Scaletta. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (0) vs (5) Barnes
Scaletta wants to control but Barnes is having none of it.
My spies in Mentor Gym inform me that Barnes has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Barnes fails to take his opponent's back.
Scaletta wants to hold on but Barnes pushes him away.
Scaletta 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.
Barnes wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy. #T4#
Scaletta wants to improve his position but Barnes is controlling well.
Barnes wants to free his trapped foot but Scaletta is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Scaletta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Barnes is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Barnes wants to work for an arm triangle but Scaletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Barnes seems to be working for a kimura but Scaletta defends the submission attempt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Barnes in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Barnes wants to work for an arm triangle but Scaletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T5#
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Barnes trying to control the action but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Barnes tries to pass to full mount but Scaletta defends it. #SUB2#
Barnes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Scaletta has managed to free his arm - good work.
Scaletta is refusing to be controlled, as Barnes sits in half guard.
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Barnes wants to pass to mount but Scaletta is defending the position. #T6#
Scaletta gets full guard.
Barnes is pushing down on Scaletta's leg trying to pass to half guard. Scaletta is fighting to maintain full guard but Barnes has managed to sneak the leg through.
Barnes trying to control from half guard but Scaletta is working away. #SUB2#
Barnes 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.
Barnes moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (0) vs (8) Barnes
Scaletta is trying to control Barnes's posture but Barnes avoids it. #T7##SUB2#
Barnes is trying to get an arm triangle but Scaletta is defending well. #SUB2#
Barnes looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Barnes wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy.
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Scaletta controls the position for a moment.#T8#
Scaletta is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Barnes off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (4) vs (8) Barnes
Barnes tries to escape but Scaletta has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Scaletta is looking for the choke from the back position but Barnes is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Scaletta working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
You can see the frustration on Barnes's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Barnes defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Barnes tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Scaletta struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Scaletta is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Barnes has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Barnes is in bad spot here.
Barnes wants to control his opponent's hands but Scaletta gets his hands free.
Barnes can't escape the position.
#T10#
Will Scaletta go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Scaletta controlling well, preventing Barnes from escaping the position.
Scaletta really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Barnes.
Scaletta is trying to stick to Barnes's back but Barnes is turning into Scaletta. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Scaletta's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Barnes. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (4) vs (10) Barnes#SUB2#
Barnes drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Scaletta dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (6) vs (10) Barnes
Barnes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Barnes 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.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Barnes working a defensive guard here.
Scaletta has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Scaletta preventing the sweep.
Scaletta content to stall in guard here.
Barnes trying to control the position.
Scaletta trying to control but Barnes is working from the bottom. #T12#
Barnes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Scaletta is one step ahead there.
Barnes being controlled here, momentarily.
Barnes keeping full guard, as Scaletta tries to pass.
Barnes looking for a sweep. Not yet Barnes, not yet.
Barnes keeping full guard, as Scaletta tries to pass.
Scaletta pushing down on Barnes's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T13#
Scaletta works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (9) vs (10) Barnes
Barnes tries to lock up and control but Scaletta gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Scaletta tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Barnes is trying to escape the mount.
Barnes is squirming around, avoiding Scaletta's attempts to control the action.
Barnes is trying to escape the mount.
#T14#
Scaletta controlling the pace for now.
Barnes is trying to escape the mount.
Scaletta wants to control the pace but Barnes is squirming around nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnes really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Scaletta working for a guillotine from mount but Barnes is in no mood to give up.
Barnes is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Barnes wins on points by 10 to 9.
After the fight, Eric Barnes 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:
CWC 294 - Pavlov vs Jackson
Date: Feb 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Jorge Dos Santos! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Jeff Smith and Chris Saunders.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Scaletta dives in for a single leg takedown but Dos Santos sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Scaletta shoots in looking for a takedown but Dos Santos manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Scaletta's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vito Scaletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dos Santos fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Scaletta counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Scaletta.
Dos Santos goes for a takedown in the clinch but Scaletta prevents it.
#TD2#
Scaletta decides to pull guard.
Dos Santos wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Scaletta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dos Santos doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dos Santos manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Scaletta had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dos Santos defends it easily.#T1#
Dos Santos wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Scaletta pulls Dos Santos in close to his closed guard and prevents Dos Santos from doing any damage or advancing position.
Scaletta 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.#T2#
Dos Santos trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dos Santos trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta trying to control the position.
Dos Santos looking to sit in guard and control but Scaletta gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dos Santos (0) vs (2) Scaletta#T3#
Scaletta not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Dos Santos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Scaletta defends it easily.
Scaletta controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Dos Santos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Scaletta defends it easily.#SUB#
Dos Santos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Scaletta defends it easily.#T4#
Dos Santos trying to keep a closed guard but Scaletta is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Dos Santos escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Scaletta gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dos Santos keeping full guard, as Scaletta tries to pass.
Scaletta trying to control but Dos Santos is working from the bottom. #T5#
Scaletta controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Scaletta passes into half guard.
Scaletta seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dos Santos does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Scaletta slows the pace down in half guard. #T6##SUB2#
Scaletta is working for a submission of some sort.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Scaletta in particular looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dos Santos is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
Dos Santos trying to control from the bottom.
#T7##SUB2#
Scaletta is trying to work for a kimura but Dos Santos is defending well.
Dos Santos regains full guard. Nicely done.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Dos Santos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Dos Santos being controlled here, momentarily.
Scaletta tries to free his leg and advance position but Dos Santos is retaining full guard. #T8#
Dos Santos working a defensive guard here.
Scaletta wants to pass the guard but Dos Santos is keeping the position.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Dos Santos manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dos Santos (2) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Scaletta controls Dos Santos momentarily but Dos Santos frees himself. #T9#
Scaletta looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dos Santos showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dos Santos trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dos Santos is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Scaletta is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T10#
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Dos Santos from controlling successfully.
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Scaletta has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Scaletta had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dos Santos defends it easily.
Dos Santos trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Dos Santos is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Scaletta is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dos Santos controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Scaletta is trying to keep Dos Santos in close.
#T12##SUB2#
Scaletta has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dos Santos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dos Santos trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Scaletta has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dos Santos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T13#
Dos Santos is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dos Santos wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Scaletta looking for a sweep. Not yet Scaletta, not yet.
Scaletta is adopting a defensive guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dos Santos trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom. #T14#
Dos Santos is really struggling to control Scaletta but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Dos Santos avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Scaletta wants to sweep here but Dos Santos controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Scaletta gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Scaletta wins on points by 3 to 2.
An out of breath Vito Scaletta 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 293 - Camara vs Lo
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Armad Bates!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Robert Douchet and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Bates looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Scaletta (0) vs (2) Bates
Scaletta has his hands clasped together around Bates's back. He's all about the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bates trying to mount his opponent but Scaletta defends it.
Scaletta is refusing to be controlled, as Bates sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Bates is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bates prevents Scaletta from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bates wants to take a breather but Scaletta is having none of it. #SUB2#
Bates wants to work for an arm triangle but Scaletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1#
Scaletta tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Bates has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (0) vs (5) Bates
Scaletta tries to reverse the position but Bates maintains control.
Bates wants to take Scaletta's back but he can't do it this time.
Bates is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Scaletta wants to control but Bates is having none of it.#SUB2#
Bates jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Scaletta is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Scaletta and Bates has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB2#
Bates thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Bates wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Bates goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Scaletta has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Bates but great work by Scaletta. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (4) vs (5) Bates
Bates is looking to reverse the position.
Scaletta wants to control but Bates is keeping him busy.
Bates is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Scaletta off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (4) vs (9) Bates#T3#
Bates wants to control but Scaletta is keeping busy.#SUB2#
Bates looking for the choke from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta is really stuck here.
#SUB2#
Bates working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Bates trying to control.
Bates keeps control of the position as Scaletta tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Bates patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Well, with Bates on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Scaletta is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Bates avoiding Scaletta 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB2#
Bates is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T4#
Scaletta trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Bates is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Scaletta tries to escape but Bates has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Bates working for the choke.
Scaletta manages to reverse the position and now he's in Bates's guard. Nice work there by Scaletta.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (6) vs (9) Bates
Bates trying to control the position.
Scaletta preventing the sweep. #T5#
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Bates is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bates trying to keep a closed guard but Scaletta is proving a slippery customer.
Scaletta advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (9) vs (9) Bates#SUB#
Scaletta goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bates has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Scaletta but great work by Bates. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (9) vs (13) Bates
Bates wants to lay and pray for a moment but Scaletta keeps working.
Scaletta wants to control but Bates postures up.#T6##SUB2#
Bates wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Scaletta, who protects the arm well.
Scaletta tries to buck Bates off but Bates is having none of it.
Bates is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bates working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Scaletta is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T7#
Bates advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Scaletta (9) vs (15) Bates#SUB2#
Bates working for a guillotine from mount but Scaletta is in no mood to give up.
Scaletta really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Bates trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta tries to hold on but Bates postures up.#T8#
Bates controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Scaletta defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Bates.
Scaletta is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB2#
Bates working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Scaletta is working to get back to half guard.
Bates looking to control and managing it successfully. #T9#
Scaletta regains half guard.
Scaletta trying to hold on to Bates's head to control him but Bates postures up.
#SUB2#
Bates is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Scaletta sees it coming and defends easily.
Scaletta trying to hold on to Bates's head to control him but Bates postures up.
Scaletta is refusing to be controlled, as Bates sits in half guard.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.
Scaletta is working hard here to advance position.#T10#
Bates passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (9) vs (18) Bates
Scaletta is looking to regain half guard here but Bates keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Bates looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep.#T11##SUB2#
Bates is trying to get an arm triangle but Scaletta is defending well.
Scaletta can't do much from the bottom here.
Scaletta tries to control but Bates manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Scaletta (9) vs (21) Bates
A lull in the action here.
#SUB2#
Bates looking for the choke from the back.
Bates trying to control momentarily.
#SUB2#
Bates is looking for the choke from the back position but Scaletta is controlling his hands well. #T12#
Bates is not going to allow Scaletta to sit and survive in this position.
Scaletta can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Bates is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Scaletta looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Scaletta tries to escape the position.
#T13##SUB2#
Bates has got his arm under Scaletta's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Scaletta has spun round into Bates's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (11) vs (21) Bates
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Bates is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Scaletta drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bates looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bates looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bates! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (11) vs (25) Bates
Scaletta is looking to regain half guard here but Bates keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Bates swings around for an armbar but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Bates's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (13) vs (25) Bates
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Bates is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bates throws his legs up looking for a submission but Scaletta uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (16) vs (25) Bates#T14#
Bates is trying to get back to half guard.
Bates gets back to half guard.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but Bates defending well.
Scaletta has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (19) vs (25) Bates
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scaletta is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Bates is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Scaletta (22) vs (25) Bates
And that's the end of the fight!
Bates wins on points by 25 to 22.
A very excited looking Armad Bates 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:
EFC 33
Date: Nov 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Scaletta shoots and misses #CL2#
and Zdravkov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Zdravkov.
Zdravkov misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Zdravkov.
#TD#
Scaletta wants the takedown. Zdravkov is fighting it off but Scaletta persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Zdravkov's guard against the cage.
Scaletta is looking to stand up but Zdravkov won't let him.
Zdravkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Scaletta is one step ahead there.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Zdravkov keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zdravkov is trying to keep Scaletta in close.
Zdravkov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Scaletta has passed into side control.
#T1#
Zdravkov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Zdravkov is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
Scaletta is pressing down on Zdravkov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Zdravkov is holding on for now.
Scaletta has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Scaletta cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#SUB#
Scaletta has hold of Zdravkov's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Zdravkov manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Zdravkov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2##SUB#
Scaletta has control of Zdravkov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Zdravkov regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Scaletta sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Zdravkov wants to hold on but Scaletta pushes him away.
Scaletta breaks from Zdravkov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Zdravkov wants to control but Scaletta is having none of it.#T3#
Zdravkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Scaletta trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Zdravkov can't escape the position.
Scaletta sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Scaletta raining down hammerfists from mount.#T4#
Zdravkov working to try and regain half guard.
Scaletta pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Scaletta trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've been informed that Zdravkov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Zdravkov can't escape the position.
Scaletta can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zdravkov is looking to escape.
Zdravkov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
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.
Zdravkov wants to hold on but Scaletta pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD#
Scaletta is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Zdravkov's half guard.
Zdravkov is looking to control Scaletta's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zdravkov avoid being mounted?
Zdravkov gets full guard.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Zdravkov keeps moving.
Zdravkov working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zdravkov striking off his back but it's not causing Scaletta any problems.
Zdravkov controls Scaletta momentarily but Scaletta frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Zdravkov. No joy for Scaletta on that attempt.
Zdravkov looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta fails with the takedown
letting Zdravkov counter with a right hand.
Zdravkov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Zdravkov wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zdravkov tries to clinch up but Scaletta circles away and keeps his distance.#TD2#
Zdravkov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Scaletta's guard.
Scaletta trying to keep a closed guard but Zdravkov is proving a slippery customer.
Scaletta bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zdravkov's guard. #REVR#
Scaletta trying to control but Zdravkov is working from the bottom.
Vito Scaletta overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Zdravkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Zdravkov, not yet.
Scaletta is fighting to break Zdravkov's control of his arms but Zdravkov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Zdravkov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Scaletta has passed into side control.
Zdravkov tries to improve position but can't.
Scaletta controlling the position.
You can see the frustration on Zdravkov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Zdravkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Scaletta trying to control the position but Zdravkov is working away.
Zdravkov is holding Scaletta down, trying to stall.
Scaletta is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Zdravkov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Zdravkov tries to buck Scaletta off but Scaletta is having none of it.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Scaletta trying to control the position but Zdravkov is working away.
Scaletta has control of an arm but Zdravkov manages to advance to Scaletta's back!
Zdravkov throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
The referee is taking a good look at Scaletta as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Zdravkov!
Zdravkov punishes Scaletta with strikes from the back mount.
Scaletta breaks Zdravkov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Zdravkov wants to control but Scaletta passes easily into half guard.
Scaletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zdravkov can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta tries to stand and escape but Zdravkov is controlling the position.
Zdravkov moves into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Zdravko Zdravkov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Nice takedown defense from Zdravkov. No joy for Scaletta on that attempt.
Zdravkov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Scaletta.#TD#
Scaletta drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Zdravkov tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Scaletta easily slips into full mount!
Zdravkov is trying to escape the mount.
Scaletta looking to control and managing it successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zdravkov regains half guard.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but Zdravkov defending well. #T1#
Zdravkov is looking to improve his position.
Zdravkov wants to control but Scaletta is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zdravkov is trying to get back to full guard.
Scaletta blocks the strikes from Zdravkov.
Zdravkov is pressing down on Scaletta's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Zdravkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Scaletta is one step ahead there.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Zdravkov keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Scaletta sitting in guard here, content to control.
Scaletta postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Zdravkov.#SU#
Scaletta stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD#
Scaletta shoots in and gets a takedown into Zdravkov's guard.
Scaletta wants to stand but Zdravkov has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU#
Scaletta decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Zdravkov, up you get!
Scaletta looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Zdravkov is fending him off so far but Scaletta persists. Nope, Zdravkov circles away and we're back to standing.#T3#
Zdravkov is looking to clinch.
A combination from Zdravkov does no damage.
Sloppy strikes from Zdravkov. Those never looked like landing.
Scaletta throws a counter high kick but Zdravkov was just alert enough to avoid it.
Zdravkov clobbers Scaletta with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Zdravkov takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Scaletta forces Zdravkov back against the cage and clinches.
A short left from Zdravkov.
A short left from Zdravkov.
Zdravkov has Scaletta pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Scaletta manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Scaletta tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zdravkov tries a body shot but Scaletta blocks it.
Zdravkov tries a body shot but Scaletta blocks it.
#TD#
Scaletta has clasped his hands together around Zdravkov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Zdravkov sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Zdravkov trying to control here.
Scaletta wants to control but Zdravkov is keeping him busy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta wants to pass to mount but Zdravkov is defending the position.
Scaletta throwing shots but Zdravkov is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Zdravkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Scaletta pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Scaletta is trying to work for a kimura but Zdravkov is defending well.
Zdravkov is not content to let Scaletta control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R4#
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scaletta fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Zdravkov. Those never looked like landing.
Scaletta is looking for a counter combo.
Zdravkov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Scaletta back to the cage. Zdravkov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Scaletta looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Zdravkov is fending him off so far but Scaletta persists. Nope, Zdravkov circles away and we're back to standing.
Zdravkov loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
Zdravkov misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
Scaletta tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Scaletta sets himself, and Zdravkov steps forward looking for the clinch! Scaletta avoids it this time.
Zdravkov tries to close the distance and clinch but Scaletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Zdravkov counters by moving into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zdravkov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Zdravkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Scaletta gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T1#
Zdravkov has a couple of punches blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta jumps guard but Zdravkov stands there with Scaletta around his waist. Scaletta gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Zdravkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scaletta jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Zdravkov walks away with a smile on his face. Scaletta gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Zdravkov just misses with a punch to the body.
Scaletta fails with the takedown.
Zdravkov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Scaletta or perhaps it was just good defense by Zdravkov, which made it look bad. #T2#
Zdravkov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Zdravkov throws a series of punches but Scaletta avoids them all with ease.
Scaletta wants to clinch.
Zdravkov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Scaletta manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Zdravkov stuffs the takedown.
Scaletta misses with a head kick.
Zdravkov lands a jab to Scaletta's midsection.
Zdravkov scores with a punch to the head.
Zdravkov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scaletta stuffs the takedown.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Scaletta drives through with a takedown into Zdravkov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Zdravkov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zdravkov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Zdravkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Zdravkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Zdravkov connects with a couple of short punches.
Zdravkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Zdravkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Zdravkov cracks Scaletta with a solid left hand.
Scaletta bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zdravkov's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Zdravkov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Scaletta doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Zdravkov is tightening it up a little... Scaletta has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Scaletta reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Scaletta taps out! Nice BJJ there by Zdravkov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Zdravko Zdravkov!
Zdravko Zdravkov very nearly forgot to thank EFC Threads 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:
EFC 30
Date: Oct 30, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Fox moves into range and clinches up with Scaletta.#TD#
Scaletta has Fox pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Scaletta pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Fox tumbling to the mat - Scaletta dives into Fox's guard.
Scaletta postures up in Fox's guard and throws a big left but Fox blocks it.
Scaletta is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Scaletta looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta looking to pass the guard.
Fox working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Fox might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Scaletta haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Scaletta sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Scaletta misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fox moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.#CL2#
Scaletta gets tackled into the cage by Fox. Fox maintains the clinch.
Scaletta jumps guard but Fox stands there with Scaletta around his waist. Scaletta gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Fox misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fox sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Scaletta throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T2#
A head kick misses from Fox.
Fox misses with a leg kick. #CL#
Scaletta moves into the clinch successfully.
Scaletta is trying to pull guard but Fox turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Fox throws an elbow but it misses.
Fox tries a body shot but Scaletta blocks it.
A left hand lands to the body for Fox.
Still in the clinch, Fox scores with a nice short uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fox looking to throw knees to the head but Scaletta is blocking nicely.
Fox scores with a shot to the side of Scaletta's head.
Fox tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Fox swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fox misses with a knee to the head.
Fox trying to land knees to the body.
#T3#
Scaletta tries to score a body lock takedown but Fox shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Scaletta shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Scaletta showed some decent athleticism there.
Fox has hold of Scaletta's hands but Scaletta slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Scaletta 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.
Still in half guard, Scaletta seems content to control.
Scaletta is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Fox reverses the position - he's now on top in Scaletta's guard.
Scaletta wants to stand but Fox is controlling the position. #T4#
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Fox postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Scaletta holds on and takes a little breather.
Scaletta tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Scaletta controls Fox momentarily but Fox frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Fox takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scaletta swats away the attempt to clinch by Fox.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown but Fox shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Fox tries to clinch but Scaletta is having none of it. #CL2#
Fox rushes Scaletta and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Scaletta holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Fox tries to work over Scaletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The referee calls for Scaletta to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta wants to take the fight to the mat but Fox manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Fox pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta fails with the takedown
and Fox counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Scaletta tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fox paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scaletta fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Fox drives through and clinches with Scaletta against the cage.
Fox swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fox misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Fox pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No luck for Scaletta with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Scaletta clinches with his opponent.
#T2#
Scaletta tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Fox gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Scaletta.
Fox lands a body shot.
Scaletta lands a right hand.
Scaletta drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Fox gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Nice body punch from Fox - that landed with a thud.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Fox using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scaletta has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scaletta tries for a takedown but Fox manages to get underhooks.
Scaletta prevents a body shot from Fox. #BC#
Scaletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fox digs a good hook to Scaletta's body.
#T3#
Fox throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scaletta changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Scaletta tries to clinch but Fox moves out of range.
Scaletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
No luck for Scaletta with that takedown attempt.
Scaletta tries to clinch there but Fox circles away.
Scaletta looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Fox rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scaletta moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scaletta scores with a body shot.
#CL2#
Fox has closed the distance and engaged Scaletta in a clinch.
#T4#
Scaletta tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Fox is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Scaletta has picked Fox up - he's going for a ride! Scaletta dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Fox is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Fox is trying to get back to full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Scaletta wants to work for an arm triangle but Fox is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Fox wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Scaletta in particular looking to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Fox showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Fox slaps away a takedown attempt from Scaletta, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Scaletta gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Fox moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fox. #TD#
Scaletta has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Fox uses from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fox is looking to stand up but Scaletta won't let him. #SU2#
Scaletta is working an open guard so Fox takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Fox works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta looks for a takedown but Fox sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Scaletta gets a takedown into half guard.#T1##SU#
Scaletta decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Jack Fox seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fox misses with a double jab.
Fox tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fox is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Scaletta changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fox fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Scaletta shoots in for a double leg but Fox sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fox wants to counter the offense by Scaletta and move into the clinch position.
Scaletta fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Fox avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Fox cracks Scaletta with an open hand slap.
Scaletta avoids the head kick by Fox.
Vito Scaletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fox tries to close the distance and clinch but Scaletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Fox throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Scaletta went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL#
Scaletta closes the distance and clinches.
Fox throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fox misses with a punch on the inside.
#TD#
Scaletta drags the fight down to the ground.
Fox has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Scaletta looking to control but Fox passes into half guard.
Fox tries to stand but can't do so whilst Scaletta controls his leg.
Scaletta is trying to control but Fox manages to pass to mount!
Fox prevents Scaletta from getting the reversal.
Fox tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position but Fox isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Fox wants to get back to his feet but Scaletta is holding on tight.
Scaletta tries to hold on but Fox postures up.
Scaletta gets back to half guard.
Scaletta is trying to control but Fox passes into side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta tries to improve position but can't.
Scaletta can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Fox really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R4#
Fox closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Fox tries to clinch up but Scaletta circles away and keeps his distance.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fox as he jumps to the side.
Fox is looking for the big counter here.#CL2#
Fox has managed to clinch.
Scaletta drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fox tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but Fox forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fox tries to circle away but Scaletta has him pinned against the cage.
Fox throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scaletta blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Fox with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Fox tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Scaletta keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Fox's efforts to push away.
Fox comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #TD#
Scaletta has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Fox uses from the top position. #SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fox defends well.
Fox has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Scaletta is proving hard to escape from. #T2#
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fox wants to stand but Scaletta has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Scaletta has an active guard here but Fox has managed to pass into half guard.
Scaletta works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Scaletta throws his legs up looking for a submission but Fox uses it to pass to side control.
Scaletta striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
#T3##SU2#
Fox decides to stand back up. Fox steps back and let's Scaletta get back to his feet.#CL#
Scaletta forces Fox back against the cage and clinches.
Fox tries to land a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks with his arms.
Fox lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fox tries to land a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks with his arms.
#TD#
Scaletta successfully pulls guard.
Fox wanted to stand there but Scaletta had control of the position. #SUB#
Scaletta working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Fox has passed into half guard!
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Scaletta is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fox's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fox's back!
Fox is keeping busy.
Scaletta will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Scaletta controlling from the back.
Vito Scaletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta doesn't have the hooks in and Fox manages to turn into his guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Fox comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Fox 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 4 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Jack Fox!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Jack Fox!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Jack Fox!
Jack Fox wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Jack Fox 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:
EFC 27
Date: Sep 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Austin scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Scaletta moves out of range of the leg kick from Austin.
The fight stays on the outside here - Austin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Austin has Scaletta up against the cage in a clinch.
Austin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Austin tries to land a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks with his arms.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but Austin holds him up against the cage and eventually Scaletta drops back down to his feet.
Austin is working Scaletta over against the cage.
Scaletta 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.#BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Austin's coach down at Cali Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Austin's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Austin cracks Scaletta with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scaletta tests Austin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scaletta looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Austin scores with a hook to the body. Scaletta takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Scaletta shoots in for a double leg but Austin sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Austin misses with a double jab.
Austin scores with a jab to the head.
Kyle Austin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Austin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Austin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Austin struggles to land a body shot inside as Scaletta controls his hands.
Austin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Austin missing with knees to the body.
Scaletta takes a knee to the side of the body. #BC#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Austin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scaletta feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Scaletta manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Austin on his heels. He'll look to pass Austin's guard now, I'm sure.
Scaletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Austin pulls Scaletta in to control the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta won't allow Austin to sweep him here.
Scaletta forces his way into half guard.
Scaletta takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Austin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Scaletta. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Scaletta seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Austin for as long as he can get away with.
Scaletta has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Austin misses with some strikes from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Austin tries to close the distance and clinch but Scaletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Austin avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Austin throws out a leg kick but Scaletta moves out of range and Austin only half commits.
Scaletta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Austin.
Scaletta is looking to counter the offense by Austin and move into the clinch.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Austin is out of range.
Scaletta throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#CUT#It looks like Kyle Austin has been cut.#T4#
Scaletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Austin lands a nice looking body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Scaletta checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL2#
Austin clinches. #TD#
Scaletta is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Austin can't fight it off and eventually Scaletta manages to take the fight to the floor. Austin looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Austin is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Scaletta dives into side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Austin can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#REVB#
Austin is looking to regain half guard here but Scaletta keeps moving and retains side control.
Austin taking punishment in the form of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kyle Austin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kyle Austin'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##TD#
Scaletta shoots in and gets a takedown into Austin's guard.
Austin is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Scaletta is controlling him.
Scaletta trying to control but Austin is working from the bottom.
Austin managing to control the position.
Scaletta looking to sit in guard and control but Austin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Scaletta has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Austin is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1##BC#
Scaletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD#
Scaletta shoots in and gets a takedown into Austin's guard.
Scaletta is in close to Austin's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Scaletta's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Austin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta controls from within his opponent's guard.
Scaletta throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
Scaletta content to stall in guard here.
Austin looking to control but Scaletta passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura here.
Scaletta performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Austin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Scaletta's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Scaletta's back!
Scaletta trying to control but not successfully.
I would not like to be Scaletta right now.
Vito Scaletta overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Scaletta is in bad spot here.
Scaletta trying to get back to his feet but Austin is in full control for now. #T4#
Scaletta looking to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta wants to control his opponent's hands but Austin gets his hands free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Austin controlling well, preventing Scaletta from escaping the position.
Scaletta is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kyle Austin's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Austin wants to clinch but Scaletta slips to the side
and Scaletta counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Austin lands with a good body shot.
Kyle Austin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Austin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Scaletta looks for a takedown but Austin sprawls well.#CL2#
Austin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scaletta, pushing him back against the cage.
Scaletta drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Scaletta is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Austin is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Scaletta has picked Austin up - he's going for a ride! Scaletta dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Austin is trying to maintain the position but Scaletta is very close to passing his half guard.
Scaletta seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Austin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Scaletta.
Austin wants to get back to full guard but Scaletta has passed into side control.
Scaletta controls the position from side control.
Austin stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Scaletta is putting a hurting on Austin here, landing some big shots from side control.
Austin is letting Scaletta control him for a moment.
Scaletta working the body and head with strikes. #SUB#
Austin wants to control the position but that's not easy when your opponent is in side control! Scaletta seems to be going for some sort of submission here. Hard to say what - oh, it's a Brabo choke! He's got it! Austin is tapping! Wow, great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Brabo Choke). Vito Scaletta!
After winning the bout, Vito Scaletta 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 251
Date: Aug 15, 2021 |
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 9 wins and 9 losses; Artur Azaryan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Paulo Santos and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Azaryan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Azaryan drives through and clinches with Scaletta against the cage.
Scaletta prevents a takedown attempt there.
Azaryan is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Scaletta is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artur Azaryan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scaletta drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD2#
Scaletta pulls Azaryan into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Scaletta working for a triangle but Azaryan defends it easily.
Scaletta trying to keep a closed guard but Azaryan is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Azaryan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Azaryan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Azaryan trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom. #T2#
Azaryan preventing the sweep.
Scaletta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Azaryan won't allow Scaletta to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for a guillotine here but Azaryan defends easily.
Azaryan tries to free his leg and advance position but Scaletta is retaining full guard.
Scaletta is adopting a defensive guard.#T3#
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Scaletta seems keen to control Azaryan's posture.#SUB2#
Azaryan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Scaletta has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Azaryan has managed to get both his arms back between Scaletta's legs - danger averted.
Scaletta controls Azaryan momentarily but Azaryan frees himself. #T4##SUB2#
Azaryan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a triangle here but Azaryan uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Azaryan (3) vs (0) Scaletta
You can see the frustration on Scaletta's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T5#
Scaletta is trying to improve his position.
Scaletta gets back to half guard.
Scaletta is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Azaryan jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Azaryan (6) vs (0) Scaletta
Azaryan trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
Scaletta is looking to regain half guard here but Azaryan keeps moving and retains side control. #T6#
Azaryan advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Azaryan (8) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta tries to hold on but Azaryan postures up.
Scaletta is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T7#
Scaletta tries to hold on but Azaryan pushes him away.
Azaryan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Scaletta is looking to escape.
Azaryan controlling his opponent.
Azaryan avoids the attempt from Scaletta to control.
Scaletta is desperately trying to improve his position but Azaryan has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Azaryan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Azaryan trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Azaryan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Scaletta is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Scaletta gets back to half guard.
Scaletta is doing well to control the position and prevent Azaryan from advancing to side control.
Azaryan wants to take a breather but Scaletta is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Scaletta is in trouble now - Azaryan has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Azaryan (11) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta is trying desperately to improve position.
Azaryan looking to control but Scaletta is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Azaryan wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T10#
Scaletta is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Scaletta is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Scaletta really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Azaryan tries to control but Scaletta wriggling away.
Scaletta wants to control but Azaryan is having none of it.#T11#
Scaletta is trying to escape the mount.
Azaryan trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Azaryan wants to control the pace but Scaletta is squirming around nicely.
Scaletta really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T12#
Azaryan looking to control but Scaletta is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Scaletta tries to improve his position but instead Azaryan has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Azaryan (14) vs (0) Scaletta
Azaryan trying to control.#SUB#
Azaryan looking for the choke but no joy.
You can see the frustration on Scaletta's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T13#
Azaryan is looking to control Scaletta but Scaletta is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Scaletta trying to control but not successfully. #T14#
Scaletta is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Azaryan is staying active.
A lull in the action here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Azaryan working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Azaryan takes the fight on points by 14 to 0.
A very excited looking Artur Azaryan 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:
CACC 244
Date: Aug 08, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Torcadall Sailcirc!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Wesley Smith and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sailcirc shoots in looking for a takedown. Scaletta tries to sprawl out of it but Sailcirc keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Scaletta manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Scaletta stuffs the takedown.
Sailcirc tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Scaletta defends well and Sailcirc ends up having to push Scaletta into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vito Scaletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Torcadall Sailcirc.
Sailcirc shoots in but no luck this time.
Sailcirc tries for a takedown but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sailcirc shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Scaletta counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Scaletta is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sailcirc has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Scaletta avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Scaletta is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Scaletta gets underhooks to prevent Sailcirc's takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sailcirc drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Scaletta pulls Sailcirc into guard.
Scaletta working a defensive guard here.
#T1##SUB#
Scaletta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sailcirc trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Sailcirc sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Sailcirc engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
It looks like Sailcirc might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Sailcirc wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving. #SUB#
Scaletta is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sailcirc 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. #T3#
Scaletta keeping full guard, as Sailcirc tries to pass.
Scaletta looking to control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sailcirc is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sailcirc passes into half guard.
Scaletta won't allow Sailcirc to pass to mount.
Scaletta moves into full guard.
Sailcirc is stalling in the full guard.
Scaletta pulls Sailcirc in close to prevent any damage.
Scaletta looking to control.
#T4#
Sailcirc controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Sailcirc postures up.
Sailcirc trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sailcirc content to stall in guard here.
Sailcirc wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is keeping the position.
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Scaletta tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T5#
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully.
Sailcirc looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Scaletta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sailcirc doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sailcirc manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Scaletta has his foot on Sailcirc's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sailcirc works his way back into a safe position though.
Scaletta being controlled here, momentarily.
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Scaletta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sailcirc content to stall in guard here.
Scaletta trying to control the position.
#T6#
Sailcirc wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Scaletta keeping full guard, as Sailcirc tries to pass.
Sailcirc slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (0) vs (3) Sailcirc
Scaletta is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sailcirc trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
Scaletta tries to bench press Sailcirc off him but Sailcirc keeps the position. #T7#
Sailcirc trying to control the action but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Sailcirc is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Scaletta will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Scaletta tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sailcirc wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Scaletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Scaletta wants to control but Sailcirc postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep.
Sailcirc staying calm.
Scaletta is not content to let Sailcirc control the position. #T8#
Sailcirc advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Scaletta (0) vs (5) Sailcirc
Sailcirc wants to control the pace but Scaletta is squirming around nicely.
Scaletta 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: Scaletta (2) vs (5) Sailcirc
Scaletta trying to control but Sailcirc is working from the bottom.
Scaletta is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sailcirc is pulling down on Scaletta's head. It's preventing any offense from Scaletta, at least for the moment.#T9##SUB#
Scaletta drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Scaletta seems to have locked his on tight now - Sailcirc screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Scaletta, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta 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 228
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Peter Barnkvist! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Elvis Blanc and Steve Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Scaletta. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Barnkvist (0) vs (4) Scaletta
Barnkvist is not content to let Scaletta control the position. #SUB2#
Scaletta tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Scaletta has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Barnkvist is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnkvist is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Scaletta off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Barnkvist (4) vs (4) Scaletta#T1##SUB#
Barnkvist working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Scaletta trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
Barnkvist 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, Scaletta has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Barnkvist's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB#
Barnkvist 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, Scaletta has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Scaletta preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Barnkvist. #T2##SUB#
Barnkvist looking for the choke but no joy.
Barnkvist gets his hands free as Scaletta looks to control.
Barnkvist has good solid back control here.
Scaletta breaks Barnkvist's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnkvist (4) vs (6) Scaletta
Scaletta showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Barnkvist throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3#
Scaletta is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Barnkvist can't keep his opponent in guard - Scaletta advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Scaletta is trying to work for a kimura but Barnkvist is defending well.
Scaletta is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Barnkvist wants to control but Scaletta is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Scaletta wants to control but Barnkvist is keeping him busy.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but Barnkvist defending well.
Scaletta trying to control the pace.
Barnkvist is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Barnkvist manages to get to full guard.
#T5#
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnkvist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnkvist manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Scaletta manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnkvist (6) vs (6) Scaletta#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for a guillotine here but Barnkvist defends easily.
Barnkvist passes Scaletta's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T6#
Barnkvist is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Barnkvist tries to pass the half guard into mount. Scaletta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Scaletta is trying to control but can't.
Scaletta is trying is best to control the position here.
Barnkvist is thwarting Scaletta's attempts to control the position.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Barnkvist is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Barnkvist trying to pass the guard but Scaletta defending well. #T7#
Barnkvist seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Scaletta does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Barnkvist is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Barnkvist moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnkvist (9) vs (6) Scaletta
Barnkvist trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
Scaletta prevents Barnkvist from improving position.
Barnkvist trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
Scaletta is trying to control Barnkvist's posture but Barnkvist avoids it.
Barnkvist has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Scaletta! Score +2 for reaching mount: Barnkvist (11) vs (6) Scaletta#T8#
Barnkvist wants to control the pace but Scaletta is squirming around nicely.
Scaletta wants to hold on but Barnkvist pushes him away.
Barnkvist can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Scaletta is looking to escape. #T9#
Barnkvist can't control as he wanted to and Scaletta manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Well, if Barnkvist 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.
Barnkvist moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnkvist (14) vs (6) Scaletta
Scaletta stops Barnkvist from passing to mount. #T10#
Scaletta regains half guard there - taking advantage of Barnkvist's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Barnkvist is keen to just control but Scaletta is a slippery customer.
Barnkvist tries to pass to full mount but Scaletta defends it.
Scaletta trying to hold on to Barnkvist's head to control him but Barnkvist postures up.
Barnkvist works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnkvist (17) vs (6) Scaletta
Scaletta is squirming around, avoiding Barnkvist's attempts to control the action. #T11#
Barnkvist is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Scaletta is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T12#
Scaletta tries to hold on but Barnkvist postures up.
Barnkvist trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta tries to hold on but Barnkvist pushes him away.
Barnkvist trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Barnkvist content just to control the position here.
Scaletta is trying to escape the mount.
#T13#
Barnkvist looking to control but Scaletta is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Scaletta is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Scaletta is wriggling around trying to escape.
Scaletta wants to control but Barnkvist is having none of it.
Barnkvist can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Scaletta is looking to escape.
Barnkvist tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Barnkvist trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T14##SUB#
Barnkvist jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Scaletta is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Scaletta and Barnkvist has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Barnkvist wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy.
Scaletta gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barnkvist tries to pass to full mount but Scaletta defends it.
Scaletta works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Barnkvist takes the fight on points by 17 to 6.
Our winner, Peter Barnkvist, 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:
CWC 221
Date: Jul 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Fredrik Stenberg! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Steve Montenegro and Joseph Jones.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Scaletta decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Stenberg (0) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta tries to pass the half guard into mount. Stenberg knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Stenberg holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Stenberg trying to control but Scaletta postures up.
Stenberg is looking for a sweep. Scaletta is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Scaletta wants to pass to mount but Stenberg is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenberg is looking for a sweep. Scaletta is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta trying to mount his opponent but Stenberg defends it.
Stenberg trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Stenberg tries to roll over but Scaletta keeps him under control.
Scaletta content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are battling for position here. Stenberg manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Stenberg 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.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Scaletta trying to control but Stenberg is working from the bottom.
Stenberg managing to control the position.
Stenberg trying to keep a closed guard but Scaletta is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
Scaletta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stenberg is keeping the position for now.
Stenberg keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
Stenberg has control of Scaletta's left arm, preventing Scaletta from doing any damage.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Scaletta won't allow Stenberg to sweep him here. #T3#
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Stenberg keeps moving.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Scaletta drops back looking for a leg! Stenberg is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Stenberg manages to kick Scaletta off! Scaletta jumps back into Stenberg's guard.
Stenberg keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
Stenberg wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Scaletta trying to control but Stenberg is working from the bottom.
Scaletta must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Stenberg not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Stenberg has Scaletta pulled in close to control his posture.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenberg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stenberg controlling Scaletta's posture. #T5#
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenberg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stenberg tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Stenberg working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Stenberg throws his legs up looking for a submission but Scaletta uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Stenberg (0) vs (5) Scaletta
Stenberg is not content to let Scaletta control the position. #T6#
Stenberg is trying to control Scaletta's posture but Scaletta avoids it.
Stenberg is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Scaletta tries for a kimura but Stenberg is defending well.
Stenberg regains half guard.
Stenberg is trying to control but can't.
Stenberg slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Stenberg trying to control the position.
#T7#
Stenberg manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Scaletta manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stenberg (2) vs (5) Scaletta
Stenberg trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stenberg passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Stenberg (5) vs (5) Scaletta
Stenberg wants to lay and pray for a moment but Scaletta keeps working.
Scaletta is trying to control Stenberg's posture but Stenberg avoids it.
Scaletta is looking to reverse the position.#T8##SUB#
Stenberg swings around for an armbar but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Stenberg's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stenberg (5) vs (7) Scaletta
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Stenberg keeps moving.
Scaletta postures up.
Stenberg wants to sweep but no luck.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Stenberg keeps moving.
Stenberg is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Stenberg.#T9#
Scaletta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stenberg is keeping the position for now.
Stenberg tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Scaletta postures up.
#SUB#
Stenberg has his foot on Scaletta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Scaletta works his way back into a safe position though.
Scaletta slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Scaletta is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stenberg has managed to free his arm - good work.
Scaletta prevents Stenberg from improving his position.#T10#
Stenberg is looking to get back to full guard here but Scaletta has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Stenberg (5) vs (10) Scaletta
Scaletta tries to advance to mount but can't.
Stenberg tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Scaletta tries for a kimura but Stenberg is defending well.
Stenberg tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T11#
Stenberg is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Scaletta tries for a kimura but Stenberg is defending well.
Scaletta works to advance to full mount. Stenberg defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Stenberg (5) vs (12) Scaletta
Scaletta controlling his opponent.
Scaletta moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Stenberg (5) vs (15) Scaletta#T12##SUB2#
Scaletta working for a choke but Stenberg is defending well.
Stenberg manages to reverse the position and now he's in Scaletta's guard. Nice work there by Stenberg.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stenberg (7) vs (15) Scaletta
Stenberg is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Stenberg tries to free his leg and advance position but Scaletta is retaining full guard.
Scaletta wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Stenberg postures up. #T13#
Stenberg wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Stenberg trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Scaletta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Stenberg trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stenberg showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Stenberg trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T14#
Stenberg trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta is looking to sweep but instead, Stenberg has passed into half guard.
Stenberg is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Stenberg moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Stenberg (10) vs (15) Scaletta#SUB#
Stenberg is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Scaletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stenberg trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Scaletta wins on points by 15 to 10.
A very excited looking Vito Scaletta 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:
CACC 211
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
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 11 wins and 6 losses; Joey Simone! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Felipe Paraventi and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Simone wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
Scaletta tries to clinch there but Simone circles away.
#CL#
Simone gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Simone jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Scaletta walks away with a smile on his face. Simone gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Simone darts in and clinches Scaletta up against the cage.
Simone fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Scaletta pulls guard.
Scaletta looking to control.
Simone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Simone looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Simone controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Simone postures up.
Simone looking to pass the guard.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Simone is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Simone trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta being controlled here, momentarily.
Scaletta seems keen to control Simone's posture.#T2#
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Simone postures up.
Simone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Simone controlling from the top position.
Scaletta looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Simone trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta wants to sweep here but Simone controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Simone postures up.
Scaletta pulls Simone in close to prevent any damage.
Simone looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Scaletta working for a triangle but Simone defends it easily.
Simone controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4##SUB2#
Scaletta is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Simone pushing down on Scaletta's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Simone is trying to control the action in half guard but Scaletta is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Simone works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Simone (3) vs (0) Scaletta
Simone is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Simone taking a breather here.
Scaletta is not content to let Simone control the position. #T5#
Simone tries to move to mount but Scaletta blocks the move with his legs.
Scaletta wants to control but Simone postures up.
Simone really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Simone in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Simone is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Scaletta tries to improve position but can't. #T6#
Scaletta wants to control but Simone postures up.
Simone controls the position from side control.
Scaletta tries to improve position but can't.
Simone is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Scaletta will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Scaletta tries to bench press Simone off him but Simone keeps the position.
Simone tries to advance to mount but Scaletta denies him.
Simone trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
Scaletta is trying to improve his position.
Simone is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T7#
Scaletta wants to control but Simone postures up.#SUB#
Simone tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Simone has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Simone in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Scaletta struggling a bit here.#T8#
Simone happy to just control the position for now.
Simone is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Scaletta's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Scaletta tries to buck Simone off but Simone is having none of it.
Simone tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Simone moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T9#
Simone trying to control the action but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta stops Simone from passing to mount.
Simone takes a little break here. Scaletta wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
You can see the frustration on Scaletta's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T10#
Simone takes a little break here. Scaletta wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Simone is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Scaletta manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Simone wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy.
Scaletta trying to control here.
Simone is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Scaletta moves into full guard.
#T11##SUB2#
Simone avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Simone pushing down on Scaletta's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Simone wants to lay and pray for a moment but Scaletta keeps working.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Simone in particular looking to stall.
The fighters are battling for position here. Scaletta manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Simone is stalling in the full guard. #T12#
Simone advances to half guard.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.
Simone not doing much here.
Simone uses his free foot to push down on Scaletta's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Scaletta. Score +3 for passing guard: Simone (6) vs (0) Scaletta
Simone controlling his opponent.
Scaletta is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T13#
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Scaletta tries to lock up and control but Simone gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Scaletta is squirming around, avoiding Simone's attempts to control the action.
Scaletta is controlling an arm, preventing Simone from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Simone controlling from the full mount.
Scaletta slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Scaletta wants to improve his position but Simone is controlling well.
Scaletta is looking to control Simone's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scaletta avoid being mounted?#T14#
Simone prevents Scaletta from improving his position.
Scaletta is looking to control Simone's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scaletta avoid being mounted?
Simone trying to control the pace.
Simone moves into full mount! Scaletta won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Simone (9) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta is in all sorts of trouble here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simone controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Simone working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Simone takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Joey Simone 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:
CACC Mondragon vs Scaletta
Date: Jun 13, 2021 |
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 12 wins and 6 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Jonathan Paton and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown but Mondragon shows good takedown defense.
Scaletta keeps the fight on the outside.
Mondragon 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.#CL#
Mondragon moves into range and clinches up with Scaletta.#TD2#
Scaletta pulls guard.
Scaletta keeping full guard, as Mondragon tries to pass. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for a guillotine here but Mondragon defends easily.
Mondragon controls from within his opponent's 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.
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Mondragon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Scaletta has control of Mondragon's left arm, preventing Mondragon from doing any damage.
Scaletta looking to control but Mondragon passes into half guard.
Mondragon wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is defending well.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Scaletta trying to control from the bottom.
Scaletta gets full guard.
Mondragon trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Mondragon stands and throws Scaletta's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (3) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta trying to remain calm as Mondragon controls from the top position.
Scaletta is trying to control Mondragon's posture but Mondragon avoids it.
Mondragon tries to move to mount but Scaletta blocks the move with his legs. #T3#
Scaletta is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Mondragon trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away.
Scaletta wants to control but Mondragon postures up.
Scaletta is trying to escape the position but Mondragon is controlling the position.
Scaletta tries to buck Mondragon off but Mondragon is having none of it.#T4#
Scaletta gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mondragon slows the pace down in half guard.
Scaletta controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mondragon slows the pace down in half guard.
Scaletta wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy.
#T5##SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mondragon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Mondragon is pressing down on Scaletta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Scaletta is holding on for now. #T6#
Mondragon trying to control the pace.
Scaletta trying to control but Mondragon postures up.
#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mondragon performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Scaletta is controlling Mondragon's trapped leg to prevent Mondragon from advancing to side control.#T7##SUB2#
Scaletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mondragon pulls his head out easily.
Scaletta wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mondragon in particular looking to stall.
Mondragon'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.
Scaletta is staying active underneath Mondragon, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T8#
Scaletta is pressing down on Mondragon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Scaletta controls Mondragon momentarily but Mondragon frees himself.
Mondragon preventing the sweep.
Scaletta seems keen to control Mondragon's posture.
Mondragon passes into half guard. #T9#
Scaletta tries to get to full guard but Mondragon has control of the leg.
Mondragon is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Scaletta is trying to maintain the position but Mondragon is very close to passing his half guard.
Scaletta wants to improve his position but Mondragon is controlling well.
Mondragon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mondragon controlling the action here.#T10#
Scaletta trying to control here.
Scaletta is not content to let Mondragon control the position.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Scaletta is concentrating on defense, preventing Mondragon from advancing position. #T11#
Mondragon passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (6) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta is trying to escape the mount.
Mondragon tries to control but Scaletta wriggling away.
Mondragon controlling the position easily from mount.
Mondragon wants to take his opponent's back but Scaletta doesn't allow it. #T12#
Mondragon controlling the pace for now.
Scaletta is desperately trying to improve his position but Mondragon has a good base and remains in mount.
Scaletta is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Scaletta has given up his back here. Will Mondragon look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Mondragon (9) vs (0) Scaletta
Mondragon gets his hands free as Scaletta looks to control.
Scaletta is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Scaletta keeps trying to improve his position.#T13#
Mondragon controlling the position well here. Scaletta rolled but Mondragon kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Scaletta is in bad spot here.
Scaletta wants to control his opponent's hands but Mondragon gets his hands free.
Mondragon trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Scaletta doesn't escape.
Mondragon trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T14#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Mondragon is trying to stick to Scaletta's back but Scaletta is turning into Mondragon. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Mondragon's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Scaletta. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (9) vs (2) Scaletta#SUB#
Mondragon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Scaletta defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mondragon seems keen to control Scaletta's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mondragon takes the fight on points by 9 to 2.
An out of breath Esteban Mondragon 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:
CACC 203: Brown vs Wasa
Date: May 30, 2021 |
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 4 wins and 2 losses; Brandon Stark! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Alyssa Summers and Bruno Lombardi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Stark tries to clinch but Scaletta moves out of range. #CL2#
Scaletta pushes Stark up against the ropes in a clinch.#TD2#
Scaletta manages to pull guard.
Scaletta 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: Stark (0) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Scaletta is working for a kimura but Stark is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Scaletta stands and throws Stark's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Stark (0) vs (5) Scaletta#SUB2#
Scaletta tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Scaletta has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Stark is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Scaletta thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Stark prevents Scaletta from improving position. #T2##SUB2#
Scaletta looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Scaletta works to advance to full mount. Stark defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Stark (0) vs (7) Scaletta
Stark is squirming around, avoiding Scaletta's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Stark is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Scaletta tries to control but Stark wriggling away.
Stark prevents Scaletta from taking his back.
Scaletta trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Stark tries to control the position but Scaletta now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Stark (0) vs (10) Scaletta#T4#
Scaletta controls the action.#SUB2#
Stark fending off the submission attempt from Scaletta.
Scaletta trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T5##SUB2#
Scaletta looking for the choke from the back.
Scaletta avoiding Stark 's attempts to control his hands.
Stark is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Scaletta is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Stark is defending well though. Scaletta let's go of the attempt for now.#T6#
Scaletta controls the position.#SUB2#
Stark showing good submission defense here.
#SUB2#
Stark preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Scaletta.
Scaletta is hanging on to Stark's back as he tries to escape.
#T7#
Scaletta gets his hands free as Stark looks to control. #SUB2#
Scaletta goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Stark escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stark (2) vs (10) Scaletta
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Stark seems to be working for a kimura but Scaletta defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Stark is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Stark is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T8#
Stark is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Scaletta wants to control but Stark is keeping busy and won't allow it.
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.
Scaletta is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Stark is staying active.
Stark wants to free his trapped foot but Scaletta is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Scaletta slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Stark drops back, looking for a kneebar! Scaletta looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Scaletta looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Scaletta! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stark (2) vs (14) Scaletta#SUB2#
Stark is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Scaletta's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Scaletta! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Stark has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Vito Scaletta!
After winning the bout, Vito Scaletta 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 196: Krawlee vs Yeboah
Date: May 09, 2021 |
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 11 wins and 7 losses; Sid Murrdock! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Scaletta fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Scaletta fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Murrdock misses with a takedown attempt - Scaletta sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Scaletta gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Scaletta has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Murrdock uses from the top position.
Murrdock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Scaletta looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta keeping full guard, as Murrdock tries to pass.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Murrdock looking to sit in guard and control but Scaletta gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murrdock (0) vs (2) Scaletta#T1#
Murrdock is controlling Scaletta's posture.
Murrdock lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murrdock (2) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Murrdock trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom. #T2#
Scaletta tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Murrdock trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Murrdock works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Murrdock wants to take a breather but Scaletta is having none of it.
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.
Scaletta is looking to control Murrdock's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scaletta avoid being mounted?
Murrdock is pressing down on Scaletta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Scaletta is holding on for now.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Murrdock'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.#T3##SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.
Murrdock is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Murrdock is working for a submission of some sort.
Murrdock has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Murrdock (5) vs (2) Scaletta#T4#
Scaletta is squirming around, avoiding Murrdock's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Murrdock jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Scaletta is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Scaletta and Murrdock has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Scaletta is not content to let Murrdock control the position.
You can see the frustration on Scaletta's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Scaletta is looking to reverse the position.#T5#
Murrdock tries to advance to mount but Scaletta denies him.
Murrdock is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Scaletta will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Scaletta can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Murrdock wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy. #T6#
Scaletta manages to get back to half guard.
Murrdock tries to pass to full mount but Scaletta defends it.
Scaletta manages to get to full guard.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Murrdock postures up. #SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Murrdock defends well.
Murrdock won't allow Scaletta to sweep him here. #T7#
Murrdock looking to sit in guard and control but Scaletta gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murrdock (5) vs (4) Scaletta
Murrdock keeping full guard, as Scaletta tries to pass.
Scaletta stays in close to Murrdock's body and controls the position.
Murrdock is trying to hold Scaletta in close to prevent damage but Scaletta has managed to pass into half guard.
Scaletta is looking to stall here but Murrdock recovers full guard. #T8#
Murrdock controls Scaletta momentarily but Scaletta frees himself.
Scaletta is looking to advance position but Murrdock has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Murrdock (9) vs (4) Scaletta#SUB#
Murrdock looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Scaletta is working to get back to half guard.
Murrdock trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T9#
Scaletta is looking to improve his position but Murrdock isn't that keen on the idea.
Murrdock controlling the pace for now.
Murrdock trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it. #T10##SUB#
Scaletta defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Murrdock.
Scaletta tries to hold on but Murrdock postures up.
Scaletta is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Murrdock controlling from the full mount.
Scaletta wants to control but Murrdock is having none of it.
Murrdock sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Scaletta is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Scaletta slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T12#
Murrdock is looking to stall here but Scaletta recovers full guard.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a triangle but Murrdock pushes his legs off easily.
Murrdock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Murrdock has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Scaletta to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Murrdock is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Scaletta pulls down on the head and he's put Murrdock to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Vito Scaletta!
A victorious Vito Scaletta 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 185: Cubbedge vs Steel
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
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 1 wins and 0 losses; Marc Read! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, John Kavanagh and Anthony Taglia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Read moves into the clinch.
I was talking to Read's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD2#
Scaletta manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Scaletta is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Read won't allow Scaletta to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Scaletta trying to control the position here.
Scaletta working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Scaletta had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Read defends it easily.#T1#
Read trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Read 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.
Read trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta is trying to hold Read in close to prevent damage but Read has managed to pass into half guard.
#T2#
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Scaletta is trying to control but can't.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.
Read tries to pass to full mount but Scaletta defends it.
Read is trying to control the action in half guard but Scaletta is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Scaletta trying to control from the bottom.
Scaletta keeping control of the position. #T3#
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Read is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Read tries to pass the half guard into mount. Scaletta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Read trying to control the pace.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Scaletta wants to control the action here but instead Read manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Read (3) vs (0) Scaletta
Read fails to take his opponent's back.
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.
Read avoids the attempt from Scaletta to control.
Read prevents Scaletta from getting the reversal.
Read controlling his opponent.
Read'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.#T5#
Read seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Scaletta for as long as he can get away with.
Further stalling from Read.
Read trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Scaletta is trying to escape the mount.
Scaletta tries to lock up and control but Read gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6#
Read trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Read controlling the pace for now.
Scaletta wants to hold on but Read pushes him away.
Scaletta regains half guard.#T7#
Read is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Scaletta wants to improve his position but Read is controlling well.
Read is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Read keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T8#
Read frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Read (6) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta is working to get back to half guard.
Scaletta wants to control but Read is having none of it.
Read looking to control and managing it successfully.
Read trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it. #T9#
Scaletta is wriggling around trying to escape.
Read takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Read pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T10#
Scaletta keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Scaletta wants to hold on but Read pushes him away.
Read is stalling here but it's allowed Scaletta to get half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Read tries to pass the half guard into mount. Scaletta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Scaletta tries to roll over but Read keeps him under control.#T11#
Scaletta is looking to get back to full guard here but Read has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Read (9) vs (0) Scaletta
Read tries to advance to mount but Scaletta denies him.
Read controls the position. #T12#
Read tries to move to mount but Scaletta blocks the move with his legs.
Read advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Read (11) vs (0) Scaletta
Scaletta is trying to escape the mount.
Read trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta is controlling an arm, preventing Read from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T13#
Scaletta 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.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.
Read is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Scaletta! Score +3 for passing guard: Read (14) vs (0) Scaletta
Read trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Read prevents Scaletta from getting the reversal.#T14#
Read takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Scaletta tries to improve his position but instead Read has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Read (17) vs (0) Scaletta
Read keeps control of the position as Scaletta tries to break free.
Scaletta trying to control the hands but Read breaks the grip.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Read's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scaletta trying to control but not successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Read takes the fight on points by 17 to 0.
Marc Read 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:
CACC 177: Gatsby vs Cubbedge
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 6 losses; Cathail Murphy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Gwen Towbar and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Scaletta looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Murphy! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Murphy (0) vs (4) Scaletta
Murphy stops Scaletta from passing to mount.
Scaletta has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Murphy! Score +2 for reaching mount: Murphy (0) vs (6) Scaletta#SUB2#
Scaletta goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Murphy is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murphy (2) vs (6) Scaletta#SUB#
Murphy has gone for a leg lock! Scaletta slips out almost immediately though and dives into Murphy's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murphy (2) vs (8) Scaletta
Murphy looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy is pulling down on Scaletta's head. It's preventing any offense from Scaletta, at least for the moment.#T1##SUB#
Murphy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Scaletta can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Murphy working a defensive guard but Scaletta manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Murphy (2) vs (11) Scaletta
Scaletta working away.
Scaletta controlling from side mount.
Murphy stops Scaletta from passing to mount. #T2#
Scaletta trying to control the position but Murphy is working away. #SUB2#
Scaletta in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Murphy is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 168: Mazzini vs Ty II
Date: Feb 07, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 16 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
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.#TD2#
Dravezesdi dives in and scores a takedown into Scaletta's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Scaletta (0) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta wants to sweep here but Dravezesdi controlling him for the moment.
Scaletta seems keen to control Dravezesdi's posture.#SUB#
Scaletta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dravezesdi advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (0) vs (5) Dravezesdi#T1#
Dravezesdi is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Scaletta is trying to control Dravezesdi's posture but Dravezesdi avoids it.
Scaletta 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.
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dravezesdi controls the position.
Dravezesdi trying to control the position but Scaletta is working away. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2##SUB2#
Dravezesdi thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dravezesdi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Scaletta's legs.
Scaletta tries to bench press Dravezesdi off him but Dravezesdi keeps the position.
Dravezesdi looking to control but instead Scaletta has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Scaletta is trying to maintain the position but Dravezesdi is very close to passing his half guard.
Dravezesdi is pressing down on Scaletta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Scaletta is holding on for now. #T3#
Scaletta moves into full guard.
Scaletta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dravezesdi wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Dravezesdi postures up. #T4#
Dravezesdi sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Scaletta's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dravezesdi frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (0) vs (8) Dravezesdi
Scaletta wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Scaletta (0) vs (11) Dravezesdi#SUB2#
Dravezesdi is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Well, with Dravezesdi on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Scaletta is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Dravezesdi keeps control of the position as Scaletta tries to break free.
Our spies down at at Mello MMA inform us that Dravezesdi has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Dravezesdi looking for the choke from the back.
Dravezesdi tries to get the hooks in deep but Scaletta pushed the leg off.
Dravezesdi controlling from the back.#T5#
Scaletta tries to break free.
Scaletta trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Dravezesdi struggling to keep hold of the position.
Dravezesdi is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Scaletta tries to break free.
Scaletta tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Scaletta tries to hold on but Dravezesdi postures up.
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T6#
Scaletta wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Scaletta (0) vs (14) Dravezesdi#SUB2#
Scaletta fending off the submission attempt from Dravezesdi.
Scaletta looking very determined here, making life difficult for Dravezesdi.
#T7#
Good control from Dravezesdi.#SUB2#
Dravezesdi has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Scaletta tries to roll but Dravezesdi sticks to his back.
Dravezesdi gets his hands free as Scaletta looks to control.
Dravezesdi controls the position.
Scaletta trying to control the action but Dravezesdi just sinks the hooks in. #T8##SUB2#
Dravezesdi is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Scaletta is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Dravezesdi is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Scaletta knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Scaletta for a finish. #SUB2#
Scaletta preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dravezesdi. #T9#
Scaletta wants to control his opponent's hands but Dravezesdi gets his hands free.
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#
Scaletta is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Dravezesdi gets his way!
#SUB2#
Dravezesdi looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Scaletta is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Dravezesdi gets his way!
Dravezesdi has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Scaletta's body.
#T10#
Dravezesdi trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB2#
Dravezesdi working for the choke.
I really don't envy Scaletta right now.
Will Dravezesdi go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
I really don't envy Scaletta right now.
#T11##SUB2#
Dravezesdi tightening his grip on Scaletta, looking for the choke.
Scaletta looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi tightening his grip on Scaletta, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Scaletta knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Scaletta for a finish. #T12##SUB2#
Dravezesdi patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Scaletta wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Dravezesdi is looking for a rear naked choke here but Scaletta reverses the position brilliantly into Dravezesdi's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (2) vs (14) Dravezesdi#SUB2#
Dravezesdi working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Scaletta has passed into half guard!
#T13#
Dravezesdi wants to get back to full guard.
Scaletta passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Scaletta (5) vs (14) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Scaletta prevents Dravezesdi from improving his position.
Dravezesdi is staying active underneath Scaletta, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Scaletta is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dravezesdi sees it coming and defends easily.
Dravezesdi tries to get to full guard but Scaletta has control of the leg. #T14#
Scaletta is trying to control the action in half guard but Dravezesdi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Scaletta controlling the action here.
Scaletta is stalling here. Dravezesdi is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Scaletta seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Dravezesdi has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (5) vs (18) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Dravezesdi 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 fight!
Dravezesdi wins on points by 18 to 5.
A victorious Vulcahn Dravezesdi 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 161: Jiurgite vs Jello
Date: Jan 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Cathail Murphy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Frank Dennis and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Murphy closes the distance and clinches up with Scaletta, looking for a takedown. Murphy pushes Scaletta against the ropes but Scaletta circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Scaletta clinches up against the ropes.#TD2#
Scaletta ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Scaletta no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Scaletta looking to control.
Murphy trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta trying to keep a closed guard but Murphy is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Murphy has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Murphy trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Scaletta has his foot on Murphy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Murphy works his way back into a safe position though.
Murphy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Murphy tries to free his leg and advance position but Scaletta is retaining full guard.
Scaletta being controlled here, momentarily.
Murphy trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom. #T2#
Murphy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Murphy trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murphy looking to pass the guard.
Murphy controls from within his opponent's guard.
Scaletta keeping full guard, as Murphy tries to pass.
Murphy preventing the sweep. #T3#
Murphy trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murphy tries to free his leg and advance position but Scaletta is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Murphy from controlling successfully.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Murphy tries to free his leg and advance position but Scaletta is retaining full guard.
Scaletta tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Murphy from controlling successfully.
Murphy controlling from the top position.
Scaletta controls Murphy momentarily but Murphy frees himself.
Scaletta might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Murphy haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Murphy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Murphy wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Scaletta looking for a sweep. Not yet Scaletta, not yet. #T5#
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Murphy from controlling successfully.
Murphy being controlled here momentarily.
Murphy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Scaletta looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Scaletta looking for a sweep. Not yet Scaletta, not yet. #T6#
Murphy trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Murphy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Murphy trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murphy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Murphy slips nicely into half guard.#T7##SUB2#
Scaletta actively working from the bottom here.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Scaletta trying to control but Murphy postures up.
Murphy stalling.
Scaletta gets full guard.
Scaletta tries to land a sweep but no joy.
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#
Scaletta working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Murphy has passed into half guard!
#T8#
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.
Scaletta trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Murphy seems to be looking for submissions.
Scaletta tries to roll over but Murphy keeps him under control.
Scaletta wants to control but Murphy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Scaletta tries to roll over but Murphy keeps him under control.
Scaletta desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Scaletta makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Scaletta.#T9#
Murphy wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Scaletta looking to hit a scissor sweep but Murphy is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Murphy content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Scaletta has locked up a guillotine! Scaletta's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Murphy is holding on here and Scaletta must be using up a lot of energy. Murphy has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Scaletta gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Vito Scaletta!
An out of breath Vito Scaletta 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:
CACC 154: Hozdic vs Bok II
Date: Dec 20, 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; Torcadall Sailcirc! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Vito Scaletta!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Russell Pearce and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Sailcirc moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Scaletta pulls guard successfully.
Sailcirc pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Scaletta is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Scaletta looking to control.
Sailcirc looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sailcirc trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sailcirc pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Sailcirc is fighting to break Scaletta's control of his arms but Scaletta is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sailcirc passes Scaletta's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sailcirc wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is defending well. #SUB#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura here.
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Scaletta trying to control 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.#T2#
Sailcirc trying to mount his opponent but Scaletta defends it.
Sailcirc prevents Scaletta from improving his position.
Sailcirc wants to lay and pray for a moment but Scaletta keeps working.
Scaletta gets full guard.#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a triangle but Sailcirc pushes his legs off easily.
Sailcirc advances to half guard.
Sailcirc passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sailcirc (3) vs (0) Scaletta#T3#
Sailcirc tries to control but Scaletta wriggling away. #SUB#
Sailcirc goes for an armbar but Scaletta turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Scaletta. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sailcirc (3) vs (2) Scaletta
Scaletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sailcirc swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Scaletta must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Sailcirc.#SUB#
Sailcirc is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scaletta is aware though and is defending well.
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Sailcirc.
Scaletta is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sailcirc is trying to control the position but Scaletta postures up. #T4#
Scaletta won't allow Sailcirc to sweep him here.
Scaletta sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sailcirc's guard.
Scaletta is keen to just control but Sailcirc is a slippery customer.
Sailcirc tries to get to full guard but Scaletta has control of the leg.
Scaletta is keen to just control but Sailcirc is a slippery customer.
Sailcirc makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sailcirc.
Scaletta won't allow Sailcirc to sweep him here.
Sailcirc looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Scaletta puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Scaletta prevents Sailcirc from improving his position.
Scaletta is trying to control the action in half guard but Sailcirc is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T5##SUB2#
Scaletta seems to be looking for submissions.
Sailcirc has a hand on Scaletta's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Scaletta takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Sailcirc (3) vs (5) Scaletta
Scaletta tries to control but Sailcirc wriggling away.
Scaletta wants to take his opponent's back but Sailcirc doesn't allow it.
Sailcirc regains half guard.#SUB2#
Scaletta is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sailcirc has managed to free his arm - good work. #T6#
Sailcirc wants to improve his position but Scaletta is controlling well.
Sailcirc regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Sailcirc looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sailcirc not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Sailcirc is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sailcirc looking to hit a scissor sweep but Scaletta is one step ahead there.
Sailcirc is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T7#
Scaletta stopping the sweep attempt from Sailcirc.
Scaletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sailcirc swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Sailcirc escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Scaletta gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Scaletta trying to control but Sailcirc is working from the bottom.
Sailcirc 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.#SUB#
Sailcirc is looking for a triangle but Scaletta pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Sailcirc is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Sailcirc lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sailcirc (5) vs (5) Scaletta#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sailcirc pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scaletta is keeping the position for now.
Sailcirc slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Sailcirc (8) vs (5) Scaletta
Scaletta is trying to improve his position.#T9#
Scaletta tries to control but Sailcirc manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Sailcirc (11) vs (5) Scaletta#SUB#
Sailcirc tightening his grip on Scaletta, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Sailcirc looking for the choke but no joy.
Scaletta tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB#
Sailcirc moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Scaletta has worked his arm free - good work by Scaletta!
#SUB#
Sailcirc is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Scaletta knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T10#
Sailcirc working away.
Scaletta stops Sailcirc from passing to mount. #SUB#
Sailcirc goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Scaletta has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Sailcirc but great work by Scaletta. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sailcirc (11) vs (9) Scaletta
Scaletta trying to control the position but Sailcirc is working away.
Sailcirc seems a little lost for a moment, as Scaletta dominates the positioning.#T11#
Sailcirc is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Scaletta's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura here.
Sailcirc gets full guard.#SUB#
Sailcirc working for a triangle but Scaletta defends it easily.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Sailcirc keeps moving.
Scaletta looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T12#
Scaletta tries to free his leg and advance position but Sailcirc is retaining full guard.
Sailcirc keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
Sailcirc tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Scaletta won't allow Sailcirc to sweep him here.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Sailcirc keeps moving. #T13#
Scaletta pushes down on Sailcirc's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sailcirc tries to get to full guard but Scaletta has control of the leg. #SUB#
Sailcirc actively working from the bottom here.
Scaletta prevents Sailcirc from improving his position.
Scaletta takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sailcirc won't allow Scaletta to pass to mount.
Scaletta stalling. #T14#
Sailcirc is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
Sailcirc tries to get to full guard but Scaletta has control of the leg.
Scaletta looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Scaletta seems to be working for a kimura but Sailcirc defends the submission attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sailcirc is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sailcirc takes the fight on points by 11 to 9.
Torcadall Sailcirc really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Dirty Needle Project logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CEC 700.5
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scaletta shoots for a double leg takedown but Hooper sprawls well. He's pushed Scaletta's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hooper scores with a three punch combo!
Scaletta misses with a body kick.
The crowd cheers as Hooper lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scaletta doesn't seem phased though.
Hooper misses with a straight right.
Hooper fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Scaletta pushes Hooper up against the cage in a clinch.
Hooper misses with some punches.
#TD#
Hooper has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Scaletta clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Scaletta takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Hooper has the hooks in. Scaletta is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
We've been hearing good reports from Hooper'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.
Scaletta has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Hooper.
Hooper lands shots from the back.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hooper's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T1#
Hooper lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Scaletta wants to control his opponent's hands but Hooper gets his hands free.
Hooper is punishing Scaletta with some ground and pound.
Scaletta turns into Hooper and is now in his guard.
Scaletta tries to free his leg and advance position but Hooper is retaining full guard.
Hooper wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Scaletta trying to control but Hooper is working from the bottom. #T2#
Scaletta is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hooper is controlling Scaletta's posture.
Scaletta slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Scaletta drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hooper dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Hooper working some strikes from top position.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Hooper postures up.
Hooper working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Scaletta's head.#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hooper defends well.
Scaletta wants to stand and escape but Hooper is having none of it.
Hooper trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hooper is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hooper throws a big elbow that misses.
Scaletta bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hooper's guard. #REVB#
Hooper bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Scaletta's guard. #REVR##T4#
Scaletta working a defensive guard here.
#ES2#
Scaletta has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Hooper has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Hooper misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta prevents a body shot from Hooper.
Hooper throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta tries to stall but Hooper uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Scaletta is trying to drag Hooper to the mat but Hooper just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Scaletta has Hooper pushed against the cage.
Scaletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hooper swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Troy Hooper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hooper.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Troy Hooper 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#
Scaletta tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hooper swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Scaletta shoots for a takedown but Hooper saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Hooper.
Hooper feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Scalettas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hooper throws a jab but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A combination from Hooper does no damage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Scaletta is defended easily by Hooper.
Scaletta on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hooper. Hooper obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hooper connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Scaletta's hands.
Scaletta moves out of range of the leg kick from Hooper.
Hooper throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scaletta stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Hooper displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Scaletta.
Troy Hooper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
Hooper misses with a wild body shot.
Good exchange - Hooper coming out on top.
Hooper scores with a shot to the body.
Hooper pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hooper throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice straight punches there by Hooper. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hooper.
Hooper works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A punch combination from Scaletta misses.
Hooper swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hooper dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta is looking to clinch but Hooper is avoiding it.
Scaletta misses with a low kick.
Troy Hooper is winning the standup battle so far.
Scaletta walks into a stiff left hand from Hooper.
Scaletta looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hooper is fending him off so far but Scaletta persists. Nope, Hooper circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Hooper throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Scaletta has Hooper up against the cage in a clinch.
Hooper throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hooper swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scaletta trying to control the position but instead, Hooper has worked for underhooks and has pushed Scaletta into the cage.
Hooper goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hooper lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Hooper struggles to land a body shot inside as Scaletta controls his hands.
Hooper swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta prevents a body shot from Hooper.
Hooper tries to work over Scaletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hooper has a couple of punches blocked by Scaletta.
#T3#
Scaletta prevents a body shot from Hooper. #BC2#
Scaletta breaks from the clinch.
Scaletta moves out of range as Hooper strikes.
As Hooper backs off Scaletta throws a huge counter combo but Hooper manages to avoid it all.
Scaletta moves out of range of the leg kick from Hooper.
Hooper ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Vito Scaletta is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hooper displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Scaletta.
Hooper keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hooper bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Scaletta's head backwards.
Hooper throws a leg kick but Scaletta sees it coming and moves out of range.
Hooper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scaletta can do to turn this around?
Hooper misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
Scaletta moves in looking to clinch but Hooper pushes him off.
A big right from Hooper misses.
Hooper scores with a punch to the head.
Scaletta avoids the body shot from Hooper.
#T4#
Hooper dips to his left and cracks Scaletta with an uppercut!
Hooper stuns Scaletta with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scaletta walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his 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!
Scaletta tries to clinch but Hooper moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Hooper tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hooper lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hooper swings and misses with a hook to the body.
That kick from Hooper tenderised Scaletta's leg. Scaletta is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD#
Hooper closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Hooper lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Scaletta has hold of Hooper's hands but Hooper slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Scaletta is trying to maintain the position but Hooper is very close to passing his half guard.
Hooper seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Troy Hooper dominated that second round.
That's time! Hooper's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hooper cracks a nice hook into Scaletta's ribs.
Scaletta pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hooper is out of range and Scaletta settles back down.
Hooper leaves Scaletta with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hooper scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scaletta takes one to the side of the head.
Hooper thuds a left hand into Scaletta's body.
Hooper throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scaletta on the side of the head.
Scaletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hooper.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hooper darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hooper lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scaletta at a distance.
Scaletta shoots in for a double leg but Hooper sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hooper throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And Scaletta responds with a good body kick, but Hooper manages to step out the way in time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hooper tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scaletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Hooper.
Hooper swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Hooper stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hooper throws a big shot that misses.
Nice takedown defense from Hooper. No joy for Scaletta on that attempt.
Hooper was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Troy Hooper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
Hooper connects with a solid leg kick.
Hooper fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Scaletta.
Hooper slaps away a takedown attempt from Scaletta, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hooper appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Scaletta takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hooper throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a nice jab.
No luck for Scaletta with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Hooper is trying to drag Scaletta to the mat but Scaletta just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A head punch on the inside from Hooper fails to land. #T2#
Hooper softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hooper.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hooper lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scaletta stalling in the clinch but Hooper improves position.
Hooper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scaletta's elbow.
Hooper lands a nice shot to the body.
Hooper lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scaletta has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hooper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hooper swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hooper misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hook to the body lands for Hooper.
Hooper lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Hooper misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hooper stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scaletta finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hooper connects with a solid leg kick.
Scaletta has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scaletta moves forwards but Hooper connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A shot to the liver by Hooper. Beautiful body shot.
Hooper connects with a body shot that sends Scaletta's belly button to the back.
Scaletta looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hooper is fending him off so far but Scaletta persists. Nope, Hooper circles away and we're back to standing.
Hooper works the jab nicely.
Hooper lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#ROC#Scaletta is rocked!
Some wild striking there from Hooper.
Scaletta is still on wobbly legs! Can Hooper finish him?
A nice inside leg kick there by Hooper. That's going to slow Scaletta down.
Scaletta seems to have recovered his senses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta blocks a jab.#T4#
Hooper digs a good body shot into Scaletta's ribs.
Hooper lands a jab to Scaletta's midsection.
Hooper throws a hook but Scaletta avoids it easily.
Hooper darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hooper misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
Hooper throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scaletta stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hooper throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scaletta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scaletta changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Scaletta doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hooper missing with a left hand there. Scaletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scaletta dives in for a single leg takedown but Hooper sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Troy Hooper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hooper keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jab from Hooper.
Hooper scores with a nice head shot.
Hooper throws a poor cross that misses
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vito Scaletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scaletta tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And that's the end of the fight!
Troy Hooper showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hooper 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:26
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:26
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Troy Hooper!
In his post fight interview, Troy Hooper gave a big smile as he said 'This will be my last fight. I want to thank everyone that helped me in my career, most of all Sammy Fairtex who took me in when everyone else had counted me out. Respect!
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Event:
CEC 697
Date: Oct 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bosch misses with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a left to the body.
Bosch misses with a head kick.
Bosch misses with a series of wild punches.
Bosch scores with a nice body kick.
#CL2#
Scaletta closes the distance and pushes Bosch back into the cage.
Bosch is pressed up against the cage. Scaletta has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bosch down to the mat. Bosch avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Scaletta takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bosch misses with a head kick.
Scaletta fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bosch avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scaletta darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Bosch misses with a wild combination.
Scaletta is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bosch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL2#
Scaletta closes the distance and clinches.
Scaletta taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#BC2#
Scaletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bosch thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fight stays on the outside here - Scaletta looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bosch misses with a body kick. #CL2#
Bosch tries to keep at a distance but Scaletta has taken the fight into the clinch.
Scaletta pushes off an throws an elbow but Bosch leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bosch.
Bosch gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Scaletta.
Heribert Bosch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
Bosch throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta. #T2#
Bosch lands a shoulder strike.
Scaletta tries to land knees in the clinch but Bosch avoids the damage to the body. #TD2#
Scaletta jumps guard and drags Bosch to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bosch passes into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU#
Bosch decides to stand back up. Bosch steps back and let's Scaletta get back to his feet.
Bosch swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
Bosch misses with a shot to the body #KD2#
and Scaletta counters with a crisp one two that drops Bosch! Scaletta thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Bosch to his feet! Bosch is in big trouble!
Bosch misses with a series of wild punches.
Bosch misses with a body kick.#T3#
Scaletta checks a low kick from Bosch.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scaletta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scaletta takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bosch throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Scaletta counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Scaletta.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bosch. #TD2#
Scaletta decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Scaletta looking for a guillotine here but Bosch defends easily.
Scaletta is adopting a defensive guard.#T4##SUB2#
Scaletta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bosch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bosch wants to stand but Scaletta has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Scaletta throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#SUB2#
Scaletta is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bosch defends well.#SUB2#
Scaletta isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Bosch stacks Scaletta on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Bosch!
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 Heribert Bosch will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bosch's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bosch but Bosch pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Bosch tries to keep at a distance but Scaletta has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bosch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scaletta.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
Bosch fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bosch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC2#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bosch takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bosch sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Scaletta somewhat.
Heribert Bosch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
Bosch throws a right and a left that Scaletta avoids nicely. #T1#
Bosch 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.
Bosch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice body kick from Bosch.
Scaletta swinging wildly here.
Bosch misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
Bosch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scaletta. That did some damage!
Bosch wants to slow Scaletta down by chopping away at his legs.
Bosch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bosch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scaletta wants to counter the offense by Bosch and move into the clinch position.
Bosch paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scaletta.
Bosch keeps Scaletta at a distance using the push kick.
Scaletta scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T2#
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!
Bosch tries a head kick but it misses.
A shot to the body from Bosch misses
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Scaletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD2#
Scaletta successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Scaletta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Bosch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Scaletta looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bosch is one step ahead there. #T3#
Scaletta wants to hit a sweep here but Bosch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Scaletta there!
Scaletta throwing hammer fists to the chest of Bosch. What's that going to do exactly?
Bosch avoids the attempt from Scaletta to control.
Scaletta can't escape the position.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Scaletta doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Heribert Bosch dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Bosch tries a head kick but it misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Scaletta.
It looked like Bosch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Heribert Bosch is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Bosch misses.
Despite the aggression on Scaletta's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bosch throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Scaletta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scaletta tries a knee to the head but Bosch blocks it.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
Bosch is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2#
Scaletta breaks the clinch.
Bosch takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bosch throws a head kick but Scaletta moves out of range.
Scaletta tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bosch paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Bosch.
Bosch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Bosch.
#CL2#
Scaletta closes the distance and pushes Bosch back into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Bosch fails to land.
Bosch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bosch misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bosch fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bosch lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bosch throws a head punch that misses.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
Bosch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bosch prevents the takedown attempt.
Heribert Bosch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vito Scaletta.
Bosch lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scaletta tries to land knees in the clinch but Bosch avoids the damage to the body.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
Bosch throws a head punch that misses.
Bosch misses with some punches.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
#T2#
Bosch misses with some punches.
Bosch throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Bosch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
Scaletta jumps guard but Bosch stands there with Scaletta around his waist. Scaletta gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Scaletta is trying to pull guard but Bosch has him pressed against the cage.
Bosch swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bosch lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
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!
Bosch misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Scaletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bosch lands with a good body shot.
Bosch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Scaletta.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bosch lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scaletta has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scaletta and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
As Bosch backs off Scaletta throws a huge counter combo but Bosch manages to avoid it all.#T3#
Scaletta fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bosch avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Scaletta has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bosch softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
Heribert Bosch has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scaletta lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Heribert Bosch has been cut.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but Bosch won't allow it.
Scaletta drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC2#
Scaletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scaletta is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Bosch.#T4#
A clash of legs there as Scaletta blocks the low kick.
Scaletta flicks out a counter leg kick but Bosch steps away.
Bosch connects with a crisp jab.
Bosch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Heribert Bosch is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scaletta avoids the head kick by Bosch.
Scaletta is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bosch sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Scaletta drives through with a takedown into Bosch's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Scaletta takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bosch wants to get back to his feet but Scaletta is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Scaletta looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Heribert Bosch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bosch, 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Heribert Bosch!
After the fight, Heribert Bosch 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:
SMASH: Orochi vs Granger
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scaletta shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Under The Sea counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Scaletta is positioning himself well to prevent Under The Sea advancing to mount. #SUB#
Scaletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Under The Sea pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta tries to get to full guard but Under The Sea has control of the leg. #T1#
Scaletta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Under The Sea is working away from the top position though.
Scaletta is refusing to be controlled, as Under The Sea sits in half guard.
Under The Sea trying to mount his opponent but Scaletta defends it.
Under The Sea perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Under The Sea is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Scaletta sees it coming and defends easily.
Under The Sea is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Scaletta is trying to control but can't.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Scaletta tries to pull guard but Under The Sea won't allow it.
Under The Sea prevents a body shot from Scaletta.
Under The Sea is pushing Scaletta up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Under The Sea stalling in the clinch.
Scaletta fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Under The Sea wants to break the clinch but can't.
Scaletta tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Under The Sea smiles and moves away.
Scaletta is looking to clinch but Under The Sea is avoiding it.
Under The Sea changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Scaletta shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Under The Sea counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Under The Sea is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Scaletta is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Scaletta has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Scaletta wants to stand but Under The Sea has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T4#
Scaletta throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Under The Sea works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Our spies down at at Roosters Coop inform us that Under The Sea has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Under The Sea keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scaletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Under The Sea swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Under The Sea wants to control the position but Scaletta says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Crock O Snake Under The Sea will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Scaletta moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Under The Sea's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Scaletta closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Under The Sea did well to prevent Scaletta getting side control.
Scaletta is thwarting Under The Sea's attempts to control the position.
Under The Sea might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Scaletta haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Under The Sea gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Under The Sea wants to sweep but no luck.
Under The Sea is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Under The Sea wants to control but Scaletta passes easily into half guard.
#T1#
Scaletta slips a nice elbow through Under The Sea's hands, connecting with Under The Sea's forehead.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Under The Sea is staying active underneath Scaletta, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Under The Sea wants to control but Scaletta is keeping busy.
Under The Sea works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Under The Sea is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Scaletta has his hands clasped together but Under The Sea extends and breaks Scaletta's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Under The Sea.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Crock O Snake Under The Sea!
A victorious Crock O Snake Under The Sea 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:
SMASH: Dilbrandt vs McQuirre
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Bizihwaile.
Scaletta tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bizihwaile manages to circle out of the way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Scaletta.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta shoots for a takedown but Bizihwaile saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bizihwaile swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bizihwaile fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A punch combination from Bizihwaile misses.
Scaletta moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizihwaile lands with a good body shot.
Bizihwaile throws a big shot that misses.
Bizihwaile bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bizihwaile.#T1#
Bizihwaile throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Scaletta counters with a left and a right that stings Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick that misses.
Scaletta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bizihwaile throws a sloppy head kick and Scaletta moves out of range easily.
Scaletta shoots in for a double leg but Bizihwaile sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Scaletta with a poor takedown
and Bizihwaile counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scaletta misses with a low kick.
Bizihwaile is looking to score with low kicks.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bizihwaile as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Scaletta looking to score a takedown here. Bizihwaile is defending well but Scaletta drives through and ends up in Bizihwaile's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bizihwaile avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Scaletta controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Scaletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bizihwaile swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Scaletta 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.
Bizihwaile tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Scaletta 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.
Bizihwaile can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Scaletta controls the pace.
Scaletta working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Scaletta in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Scaletta is fighting to break Bizihwaile's control of his arms but Bizihwaile is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Bizihwaile rushes Scaletta and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Scaletta has Bizihwaile pressed against the cage, preventing Bizihwaile from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Scaletta tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bizihwaile smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Scaletta fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bizihwaile, pushing him back against the cage.
Scaletta is looking to take this one to the mat.
Scaletta changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bizihwaile fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Scaletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bizihwaile cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scaletta thuds his shin into the meat of Bizihwaile's side.
Bizihwaile misses with a hook
and Scaletta counters with a left to the body.
Scaletta tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
Scaletta swats away the attempt to clinch by Bizihwaile.
Scaletta is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bizihwaile sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bizihwaile! But no joy.
Scaletta fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bizihwaile misses with a hook
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bizihwaile tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scaletta is able to avoid easily.
Bizihwaile with the inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bizihwaile swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bizihwaile looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range.
Bizihwaile attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#CL2#
Bizihwaile darts in and clinches Scaletta up against the cage.
Scaletta is looking for a takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Penkosip Bizihwaile dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Scaletta has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bizihwaile finds it's way round the side to connect with Scaletta's head.
Bizihwaile lands a head kick. Scaletta smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Scaletta pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A combination from Scaletta does no damage.
Scaletta moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBizihwaile.
Scaletta tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bizihwaile defends well and Scaletta ends up having to push Bizihwaile into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Scaletta clinches. #BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch.
Penkosip Bizihwaile seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Bizihwaile gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bizihwaile has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Scaletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vito Scaletta is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scaletta has a takedown stuffed.
Scaletta takes one to the chin there.
Jab, jab by Bizihwaile - just one landing. #T1#
Scaletta shoots for a takedown but Bizihwaile saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bizihwaile misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scaletta is looking to clinch but Bizihwaile is avoiding it.
Scaletta misses with a takedown attempt - Bizihwaile sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bizihwaile fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scaletta tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bizihwaile swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bizihwaile! But no joy.
Scaletta wants to clinch up but Bizihwaile keeps it at a distance.
Bizihwaile darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bizihwaile throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Bizihwaile slaps away a takedown attempt from Scaletta, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Bizihwaile tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bizihwaile throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The fighters circling - Bizihwaile throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta is looking to counter the offense by Bizihwaile and move into the clinch.
Scaletta goes for a double leg but Bizihwaile avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bizihwaile continues to drive forward.#TD#
Scaletta is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bizihwaile'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!
Scaletta wants to pass the guard but Bizihwaile is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Scaletta prevents Bizihwaile from improving his position.
Bizihwaile trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Scaletta is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Bizihwaile is staying active underneath Scaletta, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Scaletta controlling the action here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Scaletta not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bizihwaile bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bizihwaile scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scaletta doesn't seem bothered though.
Bizihwaile avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scaletta with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bizihwaile to score with a decent uppercut.
Scaletta with a poor takedown
and Bizihwaile counters with a right hand to the body.
Jab, jab by Bizihwaile - just one landing. #CL2#
Bizihwaile moves into the clinch.
Bizihwaile lands a shoulder strike.
Bizihwaile misses with some punches.
#BC#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick that misses.
Bizihwaile throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Penkosip Bizihwaile showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Scaletta looks to land a body kick but Bizihwaile moved away.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
Bizihwaile throws a hook but Scaletta blocks it.
Bizihwaile pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a big counter.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bizihwaile.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bizihwaile sprawls well. Bizihwaile wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Scaletta gets slowly back to his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Bizihwaile misses.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta tries to clinch up.
Bizihwaile connects with a body shot.
Bizihwaile turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bizihwaile lands a high kick!
#T1#
Scaletta tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bizihwaile swivels and escapes.
Penkosip Bizihwaile is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scaletta wants to clinch.
Bizihwaile throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta throws a head kick but Bizihwaile moves out of range.
Scaletta fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bizihwaile avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Scaletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Scaletta gets a double leg takedown into Bizihwaile's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Scaletta trying to control but Bizihwaile is working from the bottom. #T2#
Bizihwaile controlling Scaletta's posture.
Scaletta won't allow Bizihwaile to sweep him here.
Bizihwaile keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully. #T3##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Scaletta shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bizihwaile as he jumps to the side.
Bizihwaile scores with the left hand. Scaletta knows he should have avoided that one.
Penkosip Bizihwaile is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick that misses.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bizihwaile tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A quick step to the side and Scaletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bizihwaile keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scaletta pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Bizihwaile was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bizihwaile getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T4#
Bizihwaile misses with a body shot.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bizihwaile is looking to score with low kicks.
Bizihwaile cracks Scaletta with a good jab.
Scaletta throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bizihwaile.
Scaletta doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bizihwaile counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bizihwaile fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scaletta checks it well.
Bizihwaile lands a body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bizihwaile connects with a looping right hand.
Vito Scaletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scaletta walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bizihwaile.
And that's the end of the fight!
Penkosip Bizihwaile comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bizihwaile 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Penkosip Bizihwaile!
After the fight, Penkosip Bizihwaile 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:
ICS 12
Date: Mar 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Scaletta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bosch has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Scaletta is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Bosch ducked under it nicely.
Nice body punch from Scaletta.
Scaletta moves out of range of the body kick from Bosch.
Heribert Bosch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left lands for Bosch.
Bosch takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta blocks a jab.
Scaletta swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scaletta bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bosch's head.
Bosch tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bosch looks to land a body kick but Scaletta moved away.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
Bosch throws a wild body kick that Scaletta sees coming a mile off.
Bosch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bosch misses with a left hand
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but Bosch slips the punch.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
Scaletta throws a sloppy head kick and Bosch moves out of range easily.
Scaletta blocks a jab.
Scaletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bosch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bosch moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
A little jabbing left from Bosch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bosch gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bosch misses with a right hand
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bosch throws a half hearted mid kick.
Decent striking displayed by Scaletta there.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Bosch is out of range.
Bosch ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bosch! But no joy.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bosch moves away.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Decent striking displayed by Bosch there.
Scaletta blocks the body kick.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
A jab from Bosch misses.
Scaletta throws a poor cross that misses
and Bosch counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bosch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bosch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bosch cracks Scaletta with a good jab.
Scaletta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bosch. That did some damage!
Bosch bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Scaletta's head.
Bosch throws a front kick that sends Scaletta stumbling back into the cage.
Scaletta throws a hook but Bosch blocks it.
Bosch bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bosch misses with a kick to the body.
Bosch throws a right hand that misses
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
Bosch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scaletta counters with a stiff right hand.
Bosch throws a leg kick but Scaletta sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Bosch.
Scaletta chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bosch.
A jab from Bosch finds it's way through Scaletta's defenses.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Bosch moved out of range nicely.
A shot to the body from Bosch misses
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bosch.
Scaletta defending well as Bosch loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Bosch moved out of range nicely.
Bosch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scaletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Bosch.
Scaletta connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bosch momentarily.
Scaletta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bosch. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scaletta misses with a body punch
and Scaletta takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little jabbing left from Bosch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bosch lands with a nice body kick.
Bosch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scaletta can pounce on him.
Decent striking displayed by Bosch there.
Bosch takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bosch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bosch with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#CL2#
Bosch fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scaletta, pushing him back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Bosch on the inside.
Scaletta slowing the pace effectively.
Scaletta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Heribert Bosch will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bosch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta tries to move into range but Bosch moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bosch ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Bosch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A big right from Bosch misses.
Bosch fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bosch with a jab.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Bosch is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scaletta with a body shot.
Bosch avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Bosch misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Scaletta blocks a jab.
Bosch explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#CL2#
Bosch drives through and clinches with Scaletta against the cage.
#T1#
Bosch scores with a shot to the side of Scaletta's head.
Bosch goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scaletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bosch gets through Scaletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Scaletta.
Bosch has a couple of punches blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta lands an uppercut.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bosch swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bosch swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bosch chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bosch buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bosch scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bosch tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Crunch! Bosch slams his shin into Scaletta's torso.
Bosch tries to clinch but Scaletta moves away
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Heribert Bosch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bosch misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bosch moves away.
Scaletta motions for Bosch to come forward. Scaletta throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bosch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scaletta.
Bosch lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Crunch! Bosch slams his shin into Scaletta's torso.
Bosch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Scaletta takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scaletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bosch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Bosch punishes Scaletta's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bosch tries a low kick but Scaletta avoids it.
A quick step to the side and Scaletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Bosch throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta 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.
Bosch cracks Scaletta with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bosch lands with a straight right. Scaletta didn't see that one coming.
Bosch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Bosch wants to clinch.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Bosch moved out of range nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Bosch. That snapped Scaletta's head back.
#T4#
Bosch misses with a body shot.
Scaletta looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bosch fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scaletta walks into a straight right hand from Bosch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bosch.
Bosch fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bosch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bosch slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Bosch swings widly with a right hand
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bosch scores with a body shot.
Bosch looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bosch chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bosch lands with a kick to the ribs.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Bosch is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Heribert Bosch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Scaletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bosch looks to land a left hand but Scaletta moved out of range nicely.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a big counter.
A head kick misses from Bosch.
Scaletta lands with a hook. Bosch tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bosch fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Scaletta connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bosch. Bosch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A low kick from Scaletta misses
and Bosch counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bosch lands a lovely overhand right.
Bosch throws a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Bosch.
Scaletta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bosch!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bosch.
Scaletta misses the jab.#T1#
Bosch sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A jab lands there for Bosch.
Scaletta takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bosch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bosch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bosch throws a big shot that misses.
Bosch throws a push kick but Scaletta slaps the foot to one side.
Scaletta moves out of range as Bosch strikes.
Scaletta takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Scaletta moves out of range of the body kick from Bosch.
Scaletta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bosch misses with a body kick.
Scaletta takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T2#
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bosch manages to avoid it.
Bosch throws a shot to the body.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Bosch wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
A shot to the liver by Bosch. Beautiful body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bosch lands with a kick to the temple. Scaletta shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Bosch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Scaletta will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Bosch lands a lovely overhand right.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bosch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Donk. Scaletta catches Bosch right on the button with a cross.
Bosch tries to clinch up.
A cross from Scaletta lands.#T3#
Bosch swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scaletta counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bosch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scaletta throws out the jab.
Bosch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Bosch shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Scaletta fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bosch has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A punch lands to the side of Scaletta 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Bosch throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Scaletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bosch counters with a left to the body.
A jab lands there for Bosch.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Bosch ducked under it nicely.
Bosch throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Bosch misses with a kick to the body
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Bosch throws a leg kick which misses Scaletta's front leg but catches the back leg as Scaletta tries to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bosch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bosch moves out of range of the strikes.
Bosch ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Bosch pushes Scaletta away with a front kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bosch. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bosch lands a front kick.
Vito Scaletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bosch ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bosch's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Scaletta connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bosch scrambles back to his feet.
Bosch doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Heribert Bosch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bosch 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Heribert Bosch!
Heribert Bosch made sure to mention his sponsor, Reaper Combatwear in his post fight interview.
Vito Scaletta spoke after the fight, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
RS TBA 2
Date: Feb 05, 2020 |
#R1#
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Petersen moved out of range nicely.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Petersen.
Petersen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Petersen takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Scaletta lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Petersen moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Scaletta thuds a left hand into Petersen's body.
Petersen wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta scores with a shot to the body.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Petersen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Petersen is just out of range.#T1#
Petersen throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range.
Petersen shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Scaletta defends it nicely.
Scaletta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Petersen finds it's way through Scaletta's defenses.
Petersen moves out of range as Scaletta throws a body kick.
Petersen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jab by Scaletta.
Petersen walks into a left hand.
Petersen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T2#
Scaletta jabs at Petersen's body.
Petersen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scaletta throws out the jab.
A big right from Petersen misses.
Petersen swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
A big right from Petersen misses.
Petersen is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Scaletta rather than just go for the knockout.
Petersen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vito Scaletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darrel Petersen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petersen throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range.
Petersen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petersen tries to clinch up but Scaletta circles away and keeps his distance.
Scaletta throws a hook but Petersen blocks it.
Darrel Petersen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Petersen.
Petersen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Petersen looks to land a left hand but Scaletta moved out of range nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Petersen looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Scaletta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petersen.
Scaletta is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Petersen avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Petersen looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Petersen clobbers Scaletta with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A left lands for Scaletta.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scaletta.
Petersen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scaletta doesn't seem bothered though.
Petersen swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
Scaletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Petersen misses with an uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Petersen wants to clinch
and Scaletta counters with a thumping low kick.
Scaletta scores with a nice head shot.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Petersen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scaletta throws a series of punches but Petersen avoids them all with ease. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Petersen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Petersen.
Scaletta's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Petersen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Scaletta scrambles back to his feet.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Scaletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scaletta swings for the body but Petersen moves out of range.
Scaletta gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Petersen.
Petersen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Scaletta momentarily.
Petersen misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
Petersen with a hook.
Petersen slips a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petersen.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Petersen is just out of range.
Petersen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scaletta is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
Petersen fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Petersen moves out of range of the strikes.
Petersen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scaletta in his tracks.
Decent striking displayed by Petersen there.
Petersen moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Scaletta takes a swing at Petersen's ribcage but misses.
Petersen lands with a hook. Scaletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Petersen misses with a shot to the body
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scaletta lands with an overhand left.
Scaletta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Petersen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Petersen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta cracks Petersen with a right hand to the side of the 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!
Scaletta connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Petersen's hands.
Petersen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Petersen avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Petersen dips to his left and cracks Scaletta with an uppercut!#T1#
Petersen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Petersen saw that one coming.
Petersen misses with a straight right.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Petersen moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Petersen drives through and clinches with Scaletta against the cage.
Petersen wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC#
Scaletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Petersen staying out of range there.
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Petersen misses with a left hand
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A combination from Petersen does no damage.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
A big right from Scaletta misses. #TD2#
Petersen is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Scaletta's half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Scaletta is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Westside Martial Arts, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Scaletta actively working from the bottom here.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Petersen wants to free his trapped foot but Scaletta is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Petersen takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Petersen throwing shots but Scaletta is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Petersen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Petersen is pressing down on Scaletta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Scaletta is holding on for now.
Scaletta wants to improve his position but Petersen is controlling well.
#T3#
Petersen missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Petersen connects with a nice short shot to Scaletta's temple.
Petersen moves into full mount! Scaletta won't be happy about that!
Petersen prevents Scaletta from getting the reversal.
Petersen controlling his opponent.
Scaletta can't escape the position.
Petersen controlling the pace for now.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position but Petersen isn't that keen on the idea.
Scaletta is working hard here to advance position.
Petersen lands a nice shot to the head.
Petersen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Scaletta is looking to get to half guard.
Darrel Petersen has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Petersen with a couple of short strikes.
Petersen landing strikes from the mount.
Petersen controlling the position easily from mount.
Petersen trying to control but Scaletta is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Scaletta gets back to half guard.
Scaletta is not content to let Petersen control the position.
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Petersen is looking to advance position but Scaletta won't allow it.
Petersen is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darrel Petersen 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#
Petersen throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta connects with a nice looking jab.
Vito Scaletta is winning the standup battle so far.
Petersen lands a really nice looking cross but Scaletta seems unphased.
Scaletta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Petersen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Petersen scores with a body shot.
Petersen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Petersen blocks a jab.
Petersen misses with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Petersen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Petersen throws a right hand that misses
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Petersen tries to clinch but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Petersen throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Scaletta tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Petersen is in Scaletta's guard.#T1#
Scaletta avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Scaletta wants to sweep but no luck.
Scaletta bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Petersen's guard. #REVR#
Scaletta is looking to pass into half guard but Petersen pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Petersen is in guard.#REVB#
Petersen throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Petersen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Petersen postures up.
#SUB#
Scaletta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Petersen looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Scaletta looking for a sweep. Not yet Scaletta, not yet.
Petersen stands up over Scaletta, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Scaletta wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment.
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully. #T2#
Petersen passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Petersen seems to be looking for submissions.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Petersen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Scaletta is pressing down on Petersen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Scaletta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen throws a big elbow that misses.
Petersen works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Scaletta wants to improve his position but Petersen is controlling well.
Scaletta moves into full guard.
Scaletta looking to control.
#T3#
Scaletta can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Petersen controls the pace.
Scaletta 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.
Petersen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Petersen stopping the sweep attempt from Scaletta.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Scaletta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Petersen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Petersen with a nice head shot there.
Petersen working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Scaletta's head.
Petersen preventing the sweep. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Petersen stands and throws Scaletta's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Scaletta tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Petersen wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Petersen in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Scaletta is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Darrel Petersen!
Vito Scaletta was interviewed post fight and said 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
RS 2
Date: Jan 18, 2020 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a lazy right hand but Stoker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Stoker flicks out a counter leg kick but Scaletta steps away.
Stoker swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
Scaletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scaletta throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Scaletta ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Scaletta throws a hook but Stoker avoids it easily.
Stoker just misses with a punch to the body.
Stoker lands a nice shot to the body.
Scaletta misses with a kick to the body.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.
Stoker swings away with a body shot that misses
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've been informed that Stoker has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Stoker slips under a jab.
Scaletta walks into a stiff left hand from Stoker.
Scaletta connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but Stoker slips the punch.
It seemed like Stoker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Stoker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Stoker is out of range. #T1#
Stoker swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scaletta counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Scaletta misses the target.
Stoker slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Stoker loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
Stoker looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Stoker throws out a leg kick but Scaletta moves out of range and Stoker only half commits.
Scaletta throwing a counter right hand but Stoker manages to avoid it.
Stoker displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scaletta throws out the jab.
Scaletta is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Stoker stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Stoker misses with an uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A clash of legs there as Scaletta blocks the low kick.
Scaletta throws a quick counter kick to the body but Stoker avoids it.
Stoker is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Scaletta rather than just go for the knockout.
Stoker with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A nice inside leg kick there by Stoker. That's going to slow Scaletta down.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stoker was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Stoker misses with a straight right.
Stoker fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scaletta is out of range.
Stoker is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
A solid leg kick lands there for Stoker.
Stoker connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
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!
Scaletta tests Stoker's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Stoker throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
Scaletta lands a jab.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.
Stoker scores with a hook.
Stoker lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Stoker looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Stoker misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Stoker.
Stoker connects with a crisp jab.
Stoker catches Scaletta with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Stoker is out of range.
Stoker misses with a body shot.
Stoker has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Stoker throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Scaletta defending well as Stoker loads up on a big left hand.
Stoker throws a low kick but Scaletta moves out of range easily.
Scaletta lands a nice leg kick that just misses Stoker's sensitive parts.
Stoker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Stoker blocks a jab.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
It seemed like Stoker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Stoker throws a right hand that misses
and Scaletta makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A leg kick checked by Scaletta.
Stoker ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but Stoker sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Stoker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
A swing and a miss from Stoker.
Stoker moves into range and connects with a jab.
Scaletta misses with a right hand
and Stoker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stoker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Scaletta throws a front kick aimed at Stoker's knee but Stoker avoids it well.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Stoker moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta swings away with a body shot that misses
and Stoker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stoker is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Scaletta had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Stoker throws the left hand but Scaletta avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Scaletta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Stoker.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circling - Stoker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta misses with a left hand
and Stoker counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Scaletta thinking.
Stoker stuns Scaletta with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
Stoker checks a leg kick.
Stoker takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scaletta slips a straight right by Stoker.
Scaletta throwing a counter right hand but Stoker manages to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Stoker checks a leg kick.
Scaletta takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Stoker takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scaletta takes a shot right to the bread basket.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Edward Stoker will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Stoker connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Stoker misses with a hook
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stoker throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
Stoker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Stoker misses the jab.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Stoker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Stoker connects with a crisp jab.
Stoker avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stoker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scaletta fails to land with a series of punches.
Stoker let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Scaletta slips a jab from Stoker.
Scaletta walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Stoker checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Stoker throws out a counter right but Scaletta avoids it with no problem.
Stoker lunges at Scaletta with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scaletta's hand.
Stoker dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scaletta. That did some damage!#T1#
Nice uppercut there from Scaletta.
Stoker tries to score with a low kick but Scaletta moves his leg out of the way.
A telegraphed right hand from Stoker misses the target.
Stoker throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
Stoker lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Stoker moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Stoker moves out of range of the strikes.
Stoker slips a jab from Scaletta.
A decent looking cross lands there for Stoker.
Stoker misses with a lunging right hand
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stoker misses with a jab to the body
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
Scaletta cracks Stoker with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T2#
Stoker fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Stoker throws a low kick, looking for Scaletta's leg but Scaletta calmly moves out of range.
Stoker connects with a body shot that sends Scaletta's belly button to the back.
Good leg kick by Scaletta there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Stoker misses with a straight left.
Stoker slips under a jab.
Edward Stoker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta throws a nice looking combination but Stoker bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Edward Stoker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Stoker misses with a body punch
and Scaletta counters with a one-two to the body.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Stoker misses.
Stoker throws a jab but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Stoker misses the jab.
Scaletta connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Stoker's hands.
Stoker lands with a good body shot.
Scaletta avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Stoker misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Stoker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stoker ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scaletta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Stoker moved out of range.
Stoker throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range.
Stoker lands a jab to Scaletta's midsection.
Stoker connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Stoker misses with a straight left.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Stoker thumps Scaletta with a low kick.
Stoker fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stoker.
Stoker throws a shot to the body.
Stoker misses with a low kick.
Scaletta throws a jab when Stoker was well out of range.
Stoker is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T4#
Stoker misses with a looping left.
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!
Scaletta moves away from the strike by Stoker.
Stoker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stoker just misses with a punch to the body.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Stoker avoids the punch easily.
Stoker lands with an overhand left.
Stoker swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scaletta counters with a slapping leg kick.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Stoker swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Stoker misses with a hook. Scaletta ducked under it nicely.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
Stoker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Stoker.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Edward Stoker will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Scaletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Stoker keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Stoker counters with a slapping leg kick.
Stoker misses with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with an inside leg kick.
Stoker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scaletta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stoker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scaletta.
Stoker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Stoker connects with a jab.
Stoker misses with a hook. Scaletta ducked under it nicely.
Scaletta's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Stoker connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Scaletta scrambles back to his feet.
Scaletta throws an overhand right that lands on Stoker's shoulder, as Stoker tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stoker throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Scaletta to counter with a crisp jab.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
Stoker ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Stoker misses with a hook.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.#T1#
Stoker wants to land a leg kick but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
Stoker slips a straight right by Scaletta.
A nice side step and Stoker releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Stoker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Stoker scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Stoker lands a nice looking body shot.
Stoker throws a jab but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a chopping leg kick but Stoker manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stoker.
Stoker scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scaletta fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Scaletta 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.
Stoker looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Scaletta lands a head shot.
Stoker takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Stoker throws a leg kick
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stoker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Stoker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Scaletta on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Stoker fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Stoker defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta takes a swing at Stoker's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta lands a nice leg kick that just misses Stoker's sensitive parts.
Stoker throws a big shot that misses.
Stoker throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta feinted there with a counter leg kick.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Stoker's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Scaletta misses the target.
A jab from Stoker does it's job there.
Stoker throws a lazy uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a left to the body.
Stoker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Stoker scores with a shot to the body.
Stoker throws a nice inside leg kick.
Stoker throws the left hand but Scaletta avoids the punch easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scaletta.
Stoker tries to score with a low kick but Scaletta moves his leg out of the way.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Stoker connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Stoker fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stoker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Stoker.
Stoker wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stoker slips a jab from Scaletta.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stoker. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stoker.
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
Stoker throws a leg kick
and Scaletta counters with a nice body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stoker.
Stoker misses with a left hand
and Scaletta counters with a right hand to the body.
Scaletta scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stoker doesn't seem bothered though.
Scaletta is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Scaletta jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Stoker scores with a hook to the body. Scaletta takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scaletta is looking to chop away at Stoker's legs.
Vito Scaletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stoker has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stoker manages to avoid it.
Stoker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Stoker lands with a hook. Scaletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scaletta blocks a jab.
Scaletta throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Stoker on the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Edward Stoker.
Well Stoker has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edward Stoker!
During a confident post fight interview, Edward Stoker thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Vito Scaletta had this to say: 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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#R1#
Usikov wants to clinch but Scaletta slips to the side
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Alexander Usikov has been cut.
Usikov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Scaletta circles away from the clinch attempt
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Scaletta. Beautiful body shot.
Scaletta smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Usikov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Usikov.
A clash of legs there as Scaletta blocks the low kick.
Usikov throws a sloppy head kick and Scaletta moves out of range easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Usikov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scaletta has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scaletta and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
It looked like Scaletta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Usikov.
Usikov tries to clinch up
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Usikov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Usikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Usikov lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Scaletta circles away from the clinch attempt.
Usikov tries to clinch up.
Scaletta swats away the attempt to clinch by Usikov.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Usikov.
Usikov lands with an uppercut that bounces Scaletta off the cage and back into range.
Usikov misses with an uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Usikov moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Usikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice cross by Usikov.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Usikov tries to clinch but Scaletta moves away
and Scaletta counters with a nice low kick that buckles Usikov's knee momentarily.
Scaletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Usikov.
Usikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scaletta is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Usikov slips under a jab.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta lands with an uppercut that bounces Usikov off the cage and back into range.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Usikov's head but Usikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A lazy body kick from Usikov
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alexander Usikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Usikov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Usikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Usikov works Scaletta's body with a nice hook.
Usikov misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Usikov is just out of range.
Usikov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Usikov pushes Scaletta away with a front kick.
Scaletta keeps the fight on the outside.
Usikov throws a leg kick but Scaletta sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot.
Scaletta tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick from Usikov lands but Scaletta takes it in his stride.
Scaletta throws a low kick but Usikov moves out of range easily.
Usikov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T3#
Scaletta looks to land a combination. Usikov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Usikov tries to clinch but Scaletta is having none of it.
Usikov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Usikov tries to clinch up
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
Usikov ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Usikov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Usikov stuns Scaletta with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scaletta scores with a nice right hand.
Usikov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little feinted left hand from Scaletta on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Usikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Scaletta.
Usikov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Scaletta paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Usikov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Usikov.
Usikov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T4#
Usikov lands a jab-cross combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Usikov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Usikov moved out of range.
Scaletta throws a hook but Usikov avoids it easily.
Scaletta defending well as Usikov loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
Usikov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scaletta doesn't seem bothered though.
Scaletta staying out of range there.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Usikov moves in looking to clinch but Scaletta pushes him off.
Scaletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Usikov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scaletta throws an overhand right that lands on Usikov's shoulder, as Usikov tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Usikov cracks a nice hook into Scaletta's ribs.
Usikov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Scaletta throws a combination. Usikov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Usikov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alexander Usikov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Usikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
Scaletta has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Usikov throws the left hand but Scaletta avoids the punch easily.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Usikov ducked under it nicely.
Usikov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Usikov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Decent striking displayed by Scaletta there.
Scaletta takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scaletta avoids a kick to the body.
Usikov throws a series of punches but Scaletta avoids them all with ease.
Scaletta with a hook.
Usikov throws a lazy body kick
and Scaletta 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.
Usikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Usikov misses with a right hand
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
Usikov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scaletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Usikov can do to turn this around?#T1#
Scaletta takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Usikov moved out of range nicely.
Usikov looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Scaletta on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scaletta is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Usikov goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Scaletta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Usikov slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Usikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Usikov slips a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Usikov.
Usikov misses with a looping left.
Usikov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Usikov moves out of range as Scaletta throws a body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Usikov. #T2##CL2#
Usikov closes the distance and clinches.
Usikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Usikov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Usikov prevents Scaletta from breaking the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scaletta avoiding damage as Usikov throws knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scaletta.
Usikov landing knees to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Usikov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scaletta is defending well for now.#BC#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Usikov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Crunch! Usikov slams his shin into Scaletta's torso.
Usikov is looking to clinch.
Usikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Usikov misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Usikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scaletta moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Usikov throws a big shot that misses.
Scaletta was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#CL2#
Usikov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scaletta misses with the head strike.
Usikov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scaletta scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Usikov misses with a knee to the head.
Scaletta misses with some punches.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scaletta just leaning against Usikov, taking a breather.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Usikov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Usikov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A hook to the body from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Usikov.#T4#
Usikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Usikov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Scaletta.
Usikov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scaletta has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Usikov keeps control of Scaletta as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Scaletta on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta blocks an elbow strike from Usikov.
#BC#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Usikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Usikov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Scaletta manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta tries to land a leg kick but Usikov saw it coming and moves away.
Usikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a low kick but Usikov moves out of range easily.
Usikov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Usikov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alexander Usikov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Alexander Usikov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Usikov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scaletta checks it well.
A big left from Usikov misses.
Usikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Usikov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Usikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Usikov.
Scaletta slips under a jab.
Usikov throws out a leg kick but Scaletta moves out of range and Usikov only half commits.
A little feinted left hand from Scaletta on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Usikov connects with a high kick. #CL2#
Usikov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scaletta lands with a left to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Usikov trying to land knees to the body.
Scaletta gets through Usikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Usikov misses with a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Usikov stalling in the clinch but Scaletta improves position. #T1#
Usikov looking to throw knees to the head but Scaletta is blocking nicely.
Usikov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Scaletta scores with a shot to the side of Usikov's head.
Usikov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Usikov blocking some punches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Usikov blocking some punches.
Scaletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Usikov's elbow.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Usikov obliges.
Scaletta avoiding damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Usikov.
Scaletta tries to work over Usikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Usikov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Usikov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#T2#
Usikov trying to land knees to the body.
Usikov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Usikov misses with a looping left.
Scaletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Usikov tries to clinch
and Scaletta counters with a one-two to the body.
Scaletta keeps the fight on the outside.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Usikov wants to clinch
and Scaletta counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Usikov pushes Scaletta up against the cage in a clinch.
Knees to the body from Usikov.
Scaletta lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scaletta tries a body shot but Usikov blocks it.
#T3#
A right handed body shot lands from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Usikov backwards.
Usikov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Scaletta has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta is struggling to control the position.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Usikov.
A head punch on the inside from Scaletta fails to land.
Scaletta misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a shot to the side of Usikov's head.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scaletta is trying to break free.
Usikov landing knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Usikov landing knees to the head.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Usikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Usikov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Usikov scores with a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Usikov misses with a knee strike.
Usikov tries to land a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks with his arms.
Scaletta pushes Usikov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Scaletta misses with the head strike.
Usikov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Usikov.
Usikov is trying to maintain a safe position but Scaletta gets an underhook and turns Usikov into the cage.
Usikov with a knee to the head.
Scaletta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scaletta lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Usikov backwards.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alexander Usikov.
I think Usikov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexander Usikov!
Alexander Usikov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Vito Scaletta had this to say: 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
CEC 685
Date: Nov 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Scaletta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
A right-left combo lands from Scaletta.
El Toro Jr misses with a right hand
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
El Toro Jr thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Scaletta if he has to take too many more of those.
El Toro Jr misses with a hook
and Scaletta makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but El Toro Jr moved out of range nicely.
El Toro Jr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
El Toro Jr misses with a looping right.
Scaletta jabs at El Toro Jr's body.
El Toro Jr avoids a kick to the body.
El Toro Jr tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
El Toro Jr throws a right hand that misses
and Scaletta makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Nice defenses there by El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. El Toro Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but El Toro Jr is out of range.
El Toro Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Scaletta, as that shot connected.
El Toro Jr lands with a nice body kick.
El Toro Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from El Toro Jr.
Scaletta fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. El Toro Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
El Toro Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ceaser El Toro Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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 liver by Scaletta. Beautiful body shot.
El Toro Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scaletta was well out of range. Poor timing from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr lands with a hook. Scaletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. El Toro Jr moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta misses with a lunging right hand
and El Toro Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
El Toro Jr misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
El Toro Jr moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but El Toro Jr is just out of range.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from El Toro Jr.
Scaletta let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
El Toro Jr throws a head kick that half lands.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
El Toro Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice jab there from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scaletta checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scaletta appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
El Toro Jr misses with a hook.
Scaletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
El Toro Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scaletta. That did some damage!
El Toro Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scaletta counters with a stiff right hand.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but El Toro Jr ducks down to avoid it.
El Toro Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
El Toro Jr connects with a nice looking jab.
Scaletta throws an overhand right that lands on El Toro Jr's shoulder, as El Toro Jr tries to avoid the shot.
El Toro Jr connects with a body shot that sends Scaletta's belly button to the back.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
El Toro Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
El Toro Jr ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
El Toro Jr throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scaletta is looking for the big counter here.
El Toro Jr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
El Toro Jr gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Scaletta misses with a hook
letting El Toro Jr counter with a right hand.
El Toro Jr scores with a kick to the body.
El Toro Jr throws a jab when Scaletta was well out of range.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but El Toro Jr is out of range.
El Toro Jr half committed to a counter leg kick.
El Toro Jr misses with a looping right.
Scaletta pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
El Toro Jr looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
El Toro Jr quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
El Toro Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with the combination.
Scaletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
El Toro Jr moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but El Toro Jr slips the punch.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
El Toro Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Scaletta misses the jab.
El Toro Jr throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
El Toro Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Scaletta lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
El Toro Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Scaletta. Scaletta circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Scaletta throws the kick towards the body but El Toro Jr avoids it.
Jab, jab by El Toro Jr - just one landing.
Scaletta misses with a hook
enabling El Toro Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
El Toro Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
El Toro Jr misses with a low kick.
El Toro Jr throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
El Toro Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta lands with an overhand left.
Scaletta misses with a left hand
and El Toro Jr counters with a straight right hand.
El Toro Jr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
El Toro Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scaletta jabs El Toro Jr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scaletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from El Toro Jr.
A bone on bone clash there as Scaletta blocks the leg kick.
El Toro Jr misses with a leg kick
and El Toro Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scaletta on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
El Toro Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
El Toro Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
A jab from El Toro Jr misses.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
Scaletta lands with a shot to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from El Toro Jr, right into the meat.
#T3#
El Toro Jr lands with a hook. Scaletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
El Toro Jr throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range.
El Toro Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta scores with the left hand. El Toro Jr knows he should have avoided that one.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. El Toro Jr moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta takes a swing at El Toro Jr's ribcage but misses.
El Toro Jr is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body. El Toro Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice shot lands for Scaletta.
Nice uppercut lands for El Toro Jr. That snapped Scaletta's head back.
El Toro Jr throws a half hearted mid kick.
A jab from Scaletta misses. #T4#
El Toro Jr moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
El Toro Jr moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
Scaletta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
El Toro Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scaletta counters with an inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
El Toro Jr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scaletta works El Toro Jr's body with a nice hook.
Scaletta misses with a right hand
and El Toro Jr counters with a low kick, right behind Scaletta 's knee.
El Toro Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Scaletta thuds his right hand into El Toro Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Scaletta closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A telegraphed right hand from El Toro Jr misses the target.
El Toro Jr tries to land a front kick but Scaletta steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scaletta tries a quick counter leg kick but El Toro Jr is wise to it.
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 Ceaser El Toro Jr will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Scaletta throws a right hand that El Toro Jr ducks under and follows up with a left that El Toro Jr also avoids with ease.
Scaletta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scaletta feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to El Toro Jr's calf.
Scaletta moves out of range as El Toro Jr strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from El Toro Jr. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta is looking to chop away at El Toro Jr's legs.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but El Toro Jr moved out of range nicely.
El Toro Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
El Toro Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scaletta.
Scaletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
El Toro Jr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Scaletta has time to react.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A slow jab from Scaletta misses its intended target. #T1#
Scaletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scaletta throws the left hand but El Toro Jr avoids the punch easily.
El Toro Jr slips a straight right by Scaletta.
El Toro Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta throws a nice outside leg kick.
Scaletta keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
El Toro Jr looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but El Toro Jr is out of range.
El Toro Jr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
El Toro Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
El Toro Jr slips under a jab from Scaletta.
El Toro Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
El Toro Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but El Toro Jr slips the punch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a solid leg kick but El Toro Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scaletta.
El Toro Jr misses with a straight right.
El Toro Jr ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice defenses there by El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr throws a nice head kick!
Scaletta misses with a hook. El Toro Jr ducked under it nicely. #T3#
El Toro Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
El Toro Jr misses with an uppercut.
Good work by El Toro Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Scaletta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and El Toro Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Scaletta misses the jab.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
El Toro Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Scaletta counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
El Toro Jr avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and El Toro Jr counters with a body kick that stops Scaletta in his tracks momentarily.
El Toro Jr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T4#
El Toro Jr misses with an uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
El Toro Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
El Toro Jr loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
El Toro Jr looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
El Toro Jr connects with a right hand. Scaletta shakes it off.
Scaletta thows a leg kick but El Toro Jr checks it
and El Toro Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
El Toro Jr thows a leg kick but Scaletta checks it
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
El Toro Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
El Toro Jr is looking to counter punch.
El Toro Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
El Toro Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scaletta takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
El Toro Jr looks to land a body kick but Scaletta moved away.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vito Scaletta.
Well Scaletta 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Vito Scaletta!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Vito Scaletta made sure he mentioned FORCEE, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
CEC 678.51
Date: Oct 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Scarn misses with a jab to the body
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scaletta works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT#
It looks like Michael Scarn has been cut.
Scarn 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.
Scarn wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Scarn moved out of range.
Scarn looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scarn.
Scaletta avoids the head kick by Scarn.
Scaletta lands a jab.
Scaletta fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Scarn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Scarn moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scarn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scaletta moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scarn on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Scaletta moves away from the strike by Scarn.
Scaletta feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scarn lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scaletta has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scaletta and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scaletta half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
Scaletta lands with a hook. Scarn tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scarn tried to score with a low kick but Scaletta checks it.
Scarn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scaletta.
Scarn tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scarn is looking to clinch.
Scaletta's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scarn under the eye.
Scarn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot.
Scarn misses with a double jab
and Scaletta counters with a nice leg kick.
Scarn fails in his attempt to clinch.
Scaletta tries to work over Scarn's front leg with a kick but Scarn checks it.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scarn at a distance.
#T2#
Scarn tries to clinch
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scarn moves away from the strike by Scaletta. #CL2#
Scarn clinches.
Scaletta lands with a right to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scaletta.
Scaletta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scarn lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Scaletta lands a shoulder strike.
Scaletta blocks the elbow strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Scarn throws an elbow but misses.
Scaletta lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scarn backwards.
Scaletta lands with a light punch inside.
Still in the clinch, Scaletta scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scaletta takes an elbow to the forehead.
Scaletta is trying to force a seperation but Scarn has the dominant position.
Scaletta lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Scarn.
Scarn looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Scarn lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scaletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3#
Scarn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scarn throws an elbow but it misses.
Scaletta blocks the elbow strike.
Scarn pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Scarn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Scarn throws an elbow but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Scarn just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scaletta's brow.
Scarn throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Scarn blocks an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Scarn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scarn gets through Scaletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scaletta scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scarn lands a damaging elbow.
Scarn throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scarn.
Scarn throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Scaletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scarn backwards. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scaletta blocks an elbow strike.
Scaletta scores with a shoulder strike.
Scaletta works on Scarn's body with a couple of short punches.
Scarn throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Scarn has a couple of punches blocked by Scaletta.
#BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Scarn darts in and clinches Scaletta up against the cage.
Scarn misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scarn.
Scaletta is trying to maintain a safe position but Scarn gets an underhook and turns Scaletta into the cage.
Scarn lands with a short shot to the head.
Scaletta lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scarn backwards.
Scarn misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scarn lands an elbow just above Scaletta 's eye.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scarn comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scarn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scarn misses with an elbow over the top.
Come on Scaletta - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Scarn misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Scarn's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Scaletta punishes Scarn's body with a nice straight punch.
No joy there for Scarn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Scarn fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scaletta checks it well.
A counter left hand to the body from Scaletta misses its target.
Scarn takes one on the button.
Scarn misses with a double jab
enabling Scaletta to counter with a crisp jab.
Scarn connects with a solid leg kick.
Scarn takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scarn throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Scarn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Scaletta counters with a leg kick.
Michael Scarn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scaletta scores with a one two! Scarn had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
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!
Scaletta throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Michael Scarn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good work by Scaletta as he checks the leg kick.
Scarn lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Scaletta backs up against the cage.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.#T1#
Scarn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a decent looking hook.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scarn can pounce on him.
Scarn misses with a double jab.
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Scarn's front leg but catches the back leg as Scarn tries to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a lazy right hand but Scarn sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scaletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scarn can do to turn this around?
Scaletta throws an off balance right hand
#CL2#
and Scarn counters by moving into the clinch.
Nice elbow from Scarn.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Scarn lands a nice elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scarn.
Scaletta takes a shot to the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Scarn just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scaletta's brow.
Scarn pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
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!
Scaletta tries to throw a body punch but Scarn avoids it by throwing Scaletta back against the cage. #T2#
Scaletta wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Scarn has him pressed against the cage.
Scaletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scarn backwards.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Scarn just misses with a elbow thrown towards Scaletta's brow.
Michael Scarn seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scarn pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Scaletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scaletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scarn backwards.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Scarn.
Scaletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Scarn controls his hands.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Scarn.
Scarn lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
A short body shot lands from Scaletta as the two fighters clinch.
Scarn pushes off an throws an elbow but Scaletta leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Scaletta lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scarn blocks an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Scaletta scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scaletta working hard to break the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Scaletta.
#T3##BC#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A big left from Scarn misses.
Scarn goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Scarn gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Scaletta to counter with a crisp jab.
Scarn walks into a straight right hand from Scaletta.
Scarn scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scaletta in his tracks.
Scarn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scaletta scores with a nice right hand.
Scarn tries to clinch but Scaletta moves away
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Scarn.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scarn tries to land a leg kick but Scaletta saw it coming and moves away.
Vito Scaletta is winning the standup battle so far.
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Scarn.
Scarn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.#T4#
Scarn scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Scarn moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Scarn.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scarn misses with a hook
#KD#
and Scaletta counters with a crisp one two that drops Scarn! Scaletta thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Scarn to his feet! Scarn is in big trouble!#ROC#
Scarn is rocked!
Nice uppercut there from Scaletta.
Scarn is still on wobbly legs! Can Scaletta finish him?
A bone on bone clash there as Scaletta blocks the leg kick.
Scarn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scaletta.
Scarn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scarn throws a left and a right that both miss
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
A shot to the body from Scarn misses
and Scaletta counters with a huge left! Scarn is in big trouble! He's backing up but Scaletta isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Scarn from any more damage. A dominating finish by Scaletta!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Vito Scaletta waved his t-shirt featuring FORCEE's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
NSC 53: Campbell vs Scaletta
Date: Sep 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Campbell scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell half committed to a counter leg kick.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Campbell moves away and avoids it.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
Campbell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Campbell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scaletta.
Campbell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Scaletta sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Campbell fails with the takedown
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scaletta throws a hook but Campbell blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Campbell tries a low kick but Scaletta avoids it.
Campbell slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T1#
Scaletta blocks a leg kick.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body. Campbell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Campbell looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Campbell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scaletta. That did some damage!
Scaletta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell counters with a nice uppercut.
Campbell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Scaletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Campbell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Scaletta moves out of range as Campbell strikes.#T2#
Campbell throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scaletta.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Scaletta crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Campbell - the referee stops the clock and Scaletta gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Campbell. Scaletta manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Campbell throws the left hand but Scaletta avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scaletta! But no joy.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scaletta walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Campbell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Scaletta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Campbell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Scaletta sprawls and moves away.
Scaletta connects with a good right hand that stumbles Campbell. Campbell circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Campbell throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Campbell misses the target.
Scaletta checks a leg kick.
Campbell misses with a hook.
Campbell jabs at Scaletta's body.
Campbell throws a jab but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta cracks Campbell with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scaletta swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell feinted with a counter takedown.
Campbell lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but Scaletta shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Campbell moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Campbell tries a low kick but Scaletta avoids it.#T1#
Campbell missing with a left hand there. Scaletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Campbell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scaletta.
Campbell moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scaletta blocks a leg kick.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scaletta takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scaletta 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.
Nice body punch from Campbell. #T2##TD#
Campbell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Scaletta's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta wants to sweep but no luck.
Scaletta 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.
Campbell is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Scaletta has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Campbell can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Campbell postures up.
Campbell keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Scaletta's head.
Scaletta looking for a sweep. Not yet Scaletta, not yet.
Scaletta has momentary wrist control but Campbell slips an elbow through the middle.
Campbell working some strikes from top position.
Campbell postures up in Scaletta's guard and throws a big left but Scaletta blocks it.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta 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#
Scaletta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Campbell gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Campbell.
Scaletta lunges at Campbell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Campbell's hand.
Scaletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Campbell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Campbell tries to work over Scaletta's front leg with a kick but Scaletta checks it.
Campbell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Campbell lands with a kick to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a right hand that Campbell ducks under and follows up with a left that Campbell also avoids with ease.
Campbell misses with a body shot
and Campbell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Campbell shoots for a double leg takedown but Scaletta sprawls well. He's pushed Campbell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Scaletta throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot.
#T1#
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Scaletta's shoulder, as Scaletta tries to avoid the shot.
Scaletta was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Campbell quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Campbell connects with the punch.
Campbell tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Scaletta's shoulder, as Scaletta tries to avoid the shot.
Campbell defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Campbell will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Campbell looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Scaletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Campbell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Scaletta to counter with a crisp jab.
Campbell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Scaletta swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Campbell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Some wild striking there from Scaletta.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Campbell connects with a single shot there.
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Scaletta thinking.
Campbell scores with a sloppy right hand. Scaletta should have avoided that one.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vito Scaletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Scaletta 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!
Stephen Campbell wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Stephen Campbell 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.
Vito Scaletta was interviewed post fight and said 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
NSC 46: Barkley vs Belov
Date: Aug 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Longburn Rayson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rayson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Scaletta misses.
Rayson throws a jab when Scaletta was well out of range.
It looked like Scaletta was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Rayson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rayson scores with a leg kick.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot.
Rayson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Scaletta counters with a right hand to the body.
Scaletta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scaletta scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta moves away from the strike by Rayson.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Rayson moves away and avoids it.
Rayson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a nice hook to Rayson's body. Rayson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rayson misses with an uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Scaletta sizes up Rayson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A slow jab from Rayson misses its intended target.
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
and Rayson counters with a low kick, right behind Scaletta 's knee.
Rayson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rayson walks into a left hand. #ROC#
Rayson is rocked!
Rayson is looking to clinch but Scaletta is avoiding it.
Rayson is still on wobbly legs! Can Scaletta finish him?
Rayson looks to throw a body kick
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rayson throws a low kick, looking for Scaletta's leg but Scaletta calmly moves out of range.
Scaletta misses with a jab to the body
and Rayson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rayson moves out of range of the strikes.
Rayson throws an overhand right that lands on Scaletta's shoulder, as Scaletta tries to avoid the shot.
Rayson gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Scaletta gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Rayson is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta very nearly forgot to thank FORCEE 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:
NSC 40: Nielsen vs Joy
Date: Jul 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch up but Scaletta circles away and keeps his distance.
Scaletta tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Niedzwiedzinski is able to avoid easily.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Scaletta counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Scaletta digs a good body shot into Niedzwiedzinski's ribs.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a right hand that Scaletta ducks under and follows up with a left that Scaletta also avoids with ease.
Scaletta's coach down at Westside Martial Arts was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Scaletta's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Scaletta lands with a straight right. Niedzwiedzinski didn't see that one coming.#CL#
Niedzwiedzinski drives through and clinches with Scaletta against the ropes.
Niedzwiedzinski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Niedzwiedzinski misses with a body punch.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to work over Scaletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Niedzwiedzinski lands a right hand.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a head punch that misses.
Niedzwiedzinski with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Scaletta scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Niedzwiedzinski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Niedzwiedzinski slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch up but Scaletta circles away and keeps his distance.
Scaletta with a jab.#T1##CL#
Niedzwiedzinski moves into the clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Niedzwiedzinski.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scaletta.#BC2#
Scaletta breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Niedzwiedzinski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scaletta, pushing him back against the ropes.
Niedzwiedzinski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Niedzwiedzinski.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Niedzwiedzinski. #BC#
Niedzwiedzinski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Niedzwiedzinski is looking to clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski fails with the takedown
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Niedzwiedzinski with a body shot.#CL#
Niedzwiedzinski closes the distance and clinches.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2#
Niedzwiedzinski misses with a body punch.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Niedzwiedzinski throws an elbow but misses.
Scaletta lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Niedzwiedzinski breaks from the clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
Niedzwiedzinski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski is looking to clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Niedzwiedzinski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scaletta takes a head kick and keeps coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Niedzwiedzinski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski misses with a combination
and Scaletta counters with a straight 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 Bruno Niedzwiedzinski will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Scaletta swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scaletta throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Scaletta leaves Niedzwiedzinski with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scaletta! But no joy.
Niedzwiedzinski wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
Scaletta slaps away a takedown attempt from Niedzwiedzinski, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Scaletta counters with a right hand to the body.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta connects with a jab.
Niedzwiedzinski dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scaletta. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from Scaletta lands.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch up
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Niedzwiedzinski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Scaletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scaletta throws a half hearted mid kick.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Niedzwiedzinski moves in looking to clinch but Scaletta pushes him off.
Scaletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Niedzwiedzinski fails to land with a series of punches.
Niedzwiedzinski doesn't manage to clinch there - Scaletta circles away.
#CL#
Niedzwiedzinski closes the distance and clinches.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Our sources have told us that Niedzwiedzinski has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Niedzwiedzinski lands a right hand. #BC#
Niedzwiedzinski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Niedzwiedzinski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Niedzwiedzinski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Scaletta digs a good hook to Niedzwiedzinski's body.
#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Niedzwiedzinski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Scaletta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scaletta misses with a body kick.
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good standup being displayed there by Niedzwiedzinski as he connects with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Niedzwiedzinski. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a nice looking combination but Scaletta bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A nice side step and Scaletta releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scaletta swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scaletta throws a hook but Niedzwiedzinski avoids it easily.
Niedzwiedzinski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Scaletta manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Niedzwiedzinski misses with the body kick
and Scaletta counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
Scaletta gets tackled into the ropes by Niedzwiedzinski. Niedzwiedzinski maintains the clinch.
Scaletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to land a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks with his arms.
Scaletta tries to work over Niedzwiedzinski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Niedzwiedzinski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Niedzwiedzinski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scaletta moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scaletta doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Scaletta keeps the fight on the outside.
Bruno Niedzwiedzinski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Niedzwiedzinski has taken the fight to the clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to land a knee to the head but Scaletta blocks with his arms.
Scaletta working aggressively here.
Niedzwiedzinski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Scaletta.
A hook to the body from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a head punch that misses.
Scaletta blocks an elbow strike.
Scaletta tries a body shot but Niedzwiedzinski blocks it.
Scaletta scores with a nice hook to the head.
Niedzwiedzinski misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Scaletta manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niedzwiedzinski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scaletta. Scaletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to work over Scaletta's front leg with a kick but Scaletta checks it.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Niedzwiedzinski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Niedzwiedzinski wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Niedzwiedzinski connects with an inside leg kick.
Niedzwiedzinski swinging wildly here.
Despite the aggression on Scaletta's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Scaletta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bruno Niedzwiedzinski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Niedzwiedzinski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Niedzwiedzinski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch up.
Niedzwiedzinski looks to clinch
enabling Scaletta to counter with a crisp jab.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Niedzwiedzinski moves away.
Nice shot by Scaletta.#ROC2#
Niedzwiedzinski is rocked!
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Niedzwiedzinski's belly button to the back.
Oh Niedzwiedzinski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A left lands for Scaletta.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch there but Scaletta circles away.
It seemed like Scaletta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Niedzwiedzinski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scaletta swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scaletta takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scaletta weaves into range and cracks Niedzwiedzinski right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Niedzwiedzinski goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Scaletta is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FORCEE for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Trash Fights 19(185 structure)
Date: Feb 24, 2019 |
#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Scaletta. That's going to slow Sledgehammer down.
Sledgehammer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scaletta appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sledgehammer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice shot lands for Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Sledgehammer.
Sledgehammer misses with a head kick.
Sledgehammer fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sledgehammer throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
Sledgehammer jabs at Scaletta's body.
Sledgehammer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sledgehammer slips a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Sledgehammer.
A punch lands to the side of Sledgehammer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sledgehammer takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scaletta showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sledgehammer.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sledgehammer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Sledgehammer ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Scaletta moves out of range as Sledgehammer strikes.
Scaletta scores with a leg kick.
Sledgehammer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scaletta lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
An inside leg kick from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sledgehammer has time to react.
Scaletta motions for Sledgehammer to come forward. Scaletta throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scaletta connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sledgehammer 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.
Sledgehammer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sledgehammer misses with a double jab.
A slapping body kick lands there for Scaletta.#CL2#
Scaletta gets tackled into the cage by Sledgehammer. Sledgehammer maintains the clinch.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
Sledgehammer misses with some punches.
Scaletta tries a body shot but Sledgehammer blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Sledgehammer controls his hands.
Scaletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sledgehammer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scaletta lands a right hand.
Sledgehammer misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Scaletta lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Sledgehammer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sledgehammer throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
Hanny Sledgehammer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Sledgehammer misses.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Sledgehammer moves to clinch but Scaletta breaks away
and Scaletta counters with a stiff right hand.
Sledgehammer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Scaletta paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sledgehammer is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sledgehammer moves away.
Scaletta moves away from the strike by Sledgehammer.
Scaletta scores with a leg kick.
Sledgehammer lands with a slapping head kick.
Sledgehammer tries to land a leg kick but Scaletta saw it coming and moves away.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Sledgehammer moved out of range.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sledgehammer is looking to land body kicks.
Sledgehammer swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
#T3#
Scaletta throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sledgehammer throws a head kick that misses.
Scaletta lands with a hook. Sledgehammer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sledgehammer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scaletta connects with a body shot.
Scaletta is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Sledgehammer.
Sledgehammer throws a poor cross that misses
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC#
Sledgehammer is rocked!
Sledgehammer is aggressively charging in as Scaletta backs up avoiding any damage. Scaletta tosses out a jab and Sledgehammer runs right into it face first! Sledgehammer is out cold! Scaletta dropped down on all fours and is barking in Sledgehammer's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta gave a mention to FORCEE in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
Trash Fights 15(185 structure)
Date: Feb 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wallace looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body. Wallace takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scaletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Wallace bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wallace.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Wallace uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Wallace lands a jab to the nose.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta connects with a good right hand that stumbles Wallace. Wallace circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a jab when Wallace was well out of range.
Scaletta throws out a powerful jab.
Wallace slips a jab from Scaletta.
Wallace misses with a hook. Scaletta ducked under it nicely.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Scaletta lands a two punch combo.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Wallace uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wallace misses with a straight left.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but Wallace sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It looked like Wallace wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scaletta blocks a jab.
Scaletta throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wallace.
Wallace lands a slapping body shot.
Wallace takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vito Scaletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scaletta defending well as Wallace loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Scaletta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut
letting Wallace counter with a right hand.
Scaletta thumps Wallace with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wallace misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta tries to land a front kick but Wallace steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wallace is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Scaletta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wallace scores with a crisp jab that stopped Scaletta in his tracks.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
Scaletta scores with a kick to the midsection.
Scaletta connects with an inside leg kick.
Wallace slips a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta's jab looks to have found its range, popping Wallace under the eye.
Wallace blocks the body kick.
Wallace swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scaletta. That's going to slow Wallace down.
Wallace throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta counters with a solid body kick.
Wallace has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wallace counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wallace throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Wallace swings widly with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Wallace is just out of range.
Wallace misses with a straight left.
A good leg kick by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wallace sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Wallace ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Wallace throws a big shot that misses.
Wallace lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scaletta circles away quickly and effectively.
Wallace looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Scaletta chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A big right from Wallace misses.
Wallace misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.#T4#
Scaletta takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wallace looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Some wild striking there from Wallace.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Wallace with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wallace moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
Wallace checks the leg kick.
Wallace checks the leg kick nicely there.
It looked like Wallace wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wallace staying out of range there.
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wallace slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wallace misses with an uppercut.
Scaletta lands with a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
That's time! Wallace's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Wallace throws a sloppy body shot
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wallace.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Wallace was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scaletta cracks Wallace with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scaletta misses the body punch
and Scaletta takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wallace throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scaletta.
Wallace throws a lazy uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a body kick.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Wallace is out of range.
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
and Wallace counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scaletta misses the jab.
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Wallace's front leg but catches the back leg as Wallace tries to avoid it.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wallace manages to avoid it.
Scaletta misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Wallace to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Scaletta fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wallace looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wallace throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scaletta.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Wallace throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wallace jabs Scaletta to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wallace is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scaletta throws a shot to the body.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Wallace is just out of range.
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Wallace's front leg but catches the back leg as Wallace tries to avoid it.
Wallace takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Scaletta swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Wallace to counter with a crisp jab.
Scaletta connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wallace lands an overhand right.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wallace lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Scaletta takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#ROC#
Scaletta is rocked!
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Wallace seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Scaletta wants to slow Wallace down by chopping away at his legs.
Scaletta blocks a jab.
Scaletta was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A jab from Wallace misses.
Wallace is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Wallace misses with a double jab.
Scaletta takes a swing at Wallace's ribcage but misses.
Wallace lands a nice hook to Scaletta's body. Scaletta takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wallace blocks a jab.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Wallace swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wallace walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Scaletta jabs at Wallace's body.
Scaletta drops his hands momentarily and Wallace takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scaletta keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wallace lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wallace misses with the combination.
Scaletta only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Scaletta. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scaletta.
Wallace steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Wallace slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Scaletta punishes Wallace's body with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Scaletta connects with a right hand. Wallace shakes it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wallace is looking to counter punch.
Scaletta lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wallace circles away quickly and effectively.
Wallace keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a poor cross that misses
and Wallace makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Scaletta turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wallace gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wallace lands a body shot.
Scaletta throws a hook but Wallace blocks it.
Wallace lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wallace was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a combination
and Wallace counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Scaletta looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scaletta misses with a body punch
and Wallace counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
Scaletta throws a series of punches but Wallace moves out of range.
Wallace on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Scaletta throws a front kick aimed at Wallace's knee but Wallace avoids it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Wallace does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wallace throws a big counter combination but Scaletta scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Scaletta tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Wallace is able to avoid easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wallace.
Scaletta scores with a hook.
Wallace stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scaletta.
Scaletta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Wallace has knocked Scaletta down with a huge combo! Wallace steps away and waves a wobbly Scaletta back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#T1#
Scaletta takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wallace tries to bum rush Scaletta with a series of wild strikes but Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Wallace falls off balance throwing a combination
and Scaletta counters with a three punch combo that has Wallace backing up. Wallace nods at Scaletta to acknowledge the strikes.
Wallace jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Wallace.
Wallace takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
Scaletta throws the kick towards the body but Wallace avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Wallace misses the target.
Wallace misses with a straight right.
A swing and a miss from Wallace.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut
and Wallace connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Wallace displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scaletta throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Wallace misses the target.
Wallace throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta throws a leg kick
and Wallace counters with a straight right hand.
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!
Wallace is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scaletta.
Wallace scores with a nice head shot.
Wallace misses the jab.
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
letting Wallace counter with a right hand.
Scaletta is still on wobbly legs! Can Wallace finish him?
Nice uppercut there from Wallace.
A telegraphed right hand from Scaletta misses the target.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Wallace throwing a counter right hand but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Wallace ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
A counter left hand to the body from Wallace misses its target.
Wallace slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta seems to have recovered his senses.
Scaletta pushes Wallace away with a front kick.#T3#
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Wallace keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta cracks Wallace with an open hand slap.
Scaletta swings widly with a right hand
#KD#
and Wallace counters with a crisp right hand that drops Scaletta! Wallace lets Scaletta back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Wallace takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Wallace moves out of range.
Wallace takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wallace takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scaletta has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scaletta with a nice cross.
Scaletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wallace loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
Scaletta connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice cross by Scaletta.#T4#
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wallaces jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
An inside leg kick lands from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Wallace's front leg but catches the back leg as Wallace tries to avoid it.
Wallace waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Scaletta punishes Wallace's body with a nice straight punch.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wallace moves away.
Wallace moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wallace on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wallace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but William Wallace did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Wallace slips under a jab.
Wallace throws a left and a right that both miss
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Wallace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wallace avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A jab from Wallace does it's job there.
Wallace takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
It looked like Wallace was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Scaletta.
Wallace throws a right and a left that Scaletta avoids nicely.
Wallace misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Wallace has knocked Scaletta down with a huge combo! Wallace steps away and waves a wobbly Scaletta back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
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!
Scaletta jabs Wallace to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scaletta with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice defenses there by Wallace.
Wallace throws a big counter combination but Scaletta scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T1#
Wallace throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Wallace wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scaletta connects with a looping right hand.
Wallace swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Wallace avoids the punch easily.
Wallace throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wallace.
Scaletta misses with an attempted mid kick.
Wallace swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scaletta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wallace.
Scaletta throws a sloppy body shot
and Wallace counters with a nice uppercut.
Wallace misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta lands a really nice looking cross but Wallace seems unphased.
#T2#
Wallace throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scaletta stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
Wallace misses with a hook to the body
and Scaletta makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Scaletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Scaletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
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!
Scaletta throws an off balance right hand
and Wallace counters with a stiff right hand.
Wallace avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Wallace moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scaletta dodges the punch combination from Wallace.
Scaletta is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T3#
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wallace was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Wallace misses with a double jab
and Scaletta counters with a leg kick.
Scaletta misses with a kick to the body
and Wallace counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot.
Wallace defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta throws a wild hook but Wallace just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! Scaletta gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the cage! The referee jumps in - Wallace raises his hands in celebration and walks away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). William Wallace!
William Wallace retains his middleweight title!
Our winner, William Wallace, 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.
In defeat, Vito Scaletta stepped up to the mic, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
Trash Fights 11(185 structure)
Date: Feb 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Scaletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scaletta cracks Henry with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Henry 's belly button to the back.
Scaletta lands a right hook to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Henry is defended easily by Scaletta.
An inside leg kick lands from Scaletta. #TD2#
Henry shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Henry was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Scaletta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Henry wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy.
Scaletta tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Henry wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Henry is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Scaletta will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T1#
Henry trying to control the action but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Henry stalls from top position.
Henry wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep.
Scaletta is trying to escape the position but Henry is controlling the position.
Scaletta tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Henry 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Henry slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Scaletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Henry pulls his head out easily.
Henry is controlling the pace.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.
Henry content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Henry is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Henry with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Scaletta wants to improve his position but Henry is controlling well.
Henry is looking to take a break and control but Scaletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Scaletta is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Henry 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Henry 's back!
Scaletta is trying to stick to Henry 's back but Henry is turning into Scaletta. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Scaletta's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Henry .#SUB#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Henry trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta controls Henry momentarily but Henry frees himself.
Henry wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Henry won't allow Scaletta to sweep him here.
Henry trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Henry sitting in guard here, content to control.
Henry won't allow Scaletta to sweep him here.
Henry is pushing down on Scaletta's leg trying to pass to half guard. Scaletta is fighting to maintain full guard but Henry has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
Henry wants to take a breather but Scaletta is having none of it.
Henry is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Henry is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Henry is trying to control the action in half guard but Scaletta is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Henry seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Scaletta actively working from the bottom here.
Henry is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Scaletta wants to control but Henry is keeping busy.
Henry frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Henry has control of Scaletta's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Scaletta regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Scaletta manages to regain half guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jonthan Henry will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Henry throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scaletta clobbers Henry with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Henry fails with a takedown attempt.
Scaletta connects with a jab.
Scaletta stuffs the takedown.
Henry takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Scaletta tests Henry 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scaletta sizes up Henry with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A nice leg kick lands there from Scaletta.
Henry wants to clinch
and Scaletta counters with a body kick.
Henry misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Vito Scaletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jonthan Henry .
Scaletta works the jab nicely.
Vito Scaletta is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Henry tries to move into range but Scaletta moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Henry takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Henry is breathing heavily.#T1#
Scaletta keeps the fight on the outside.
Henry sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Henry throws a right and a left that both miss.
Scaletta lands a right hook to the body.
Henry chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scaletta can pounce on him.
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scaletta 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.
Scaletta lands with an overhand left.
Henry on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Scaletta lands with an uppercut that bounces Henry off the cage and back into range.
Scaletta scores with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Henry 's head but he takes it in his stride.#ROC#
Henry is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta lands with a shot to the body.
Henry is still on wobbly legs! Can Scaletta finish him?
Scaletta scores with a nice strike.
Scaletta throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Henry seems to have recovered his senses.
Nice shot by Scaletta.
Jab from Scaletta.
Henry takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scaletta circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T2##KD#
Scaletta cracks Henry with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Henry looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Scaletta finish him?
Henry fails with the takedown
and Scaletta counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Scaletta scores with a kick to the midsection.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scaletta.
Henry takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Henry on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scaletta. Scaletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Henry shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Scaletta but Scaletta pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Scaletta was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Henry takes one to the side of the head.
Scaletta thumps Henry with a low kick.
Henry gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scaletta is looking to slow Henry down with leg kicks.
Scaletta turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Henry shoots for a takedown but Scaletta saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Henry misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
#T3#
Scaletta fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Scaletta lands with an uppercut that bounces Henry off the cage and back into range.
Scaletta fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Henry doesn't manage to clinch there - Scaletta circles away.
Jab by Scaletta.
Henry goes for a double leg but Scaletta avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Scaletta continues to drive forward.
Good standup being displayed there by Scaletta as he connects with a hook.
Scaletta lands with an uppercut that bounces Henry off the cage and back into range.
Scaletta scores with a sloppy right hand. Henry should have avoided that one. #KD#
Scaletta cracks Henry with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Henry looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Scaletta finish him?
Scaletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Henry can do to turn this around?
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!
Henry is aggressively charging in as Scaletta backs up avoiding any damage. Scaletta tosses out a jab and Henry runs right into it face first! Henry is out cold! Scaletta dropped down on all fours and is barking in Henry 's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta made sure to mention his sponsor, FORCEE in his post fight interview.
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Event:
Trash Fights 7 (185 structure)
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Scaletta connects with a single shot there.
Scaletta chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hasselhoff takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hasselhoff misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scaletta darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
That kick from Scaletta tenderised Hasselhoff's leg. Hasselhoff is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scaletta scores with a push kick.
Hasselhoff is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scaletta 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!
Scaletta fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Scaletta.
Scaletta thuds a left hand into Hasselhoff's body.
Scaletta scoring well with a low kick there.
Scaletta smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Scaletta punishes Hasselhoff's body with a nice straight punch.
Scaletta lands a body shot.
Hasselhoff takes a jab right on the kisser.
Scaletta scores with a body shot.
Scaletta scores with a decent looking hook.
Scaletta scores with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Decent striking displayed by Scaletta there.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body. Hasselhoff takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scaletta is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hasselhoff had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T2#
Scaletta lands a nice hook to Hasselhoff's body. Hasselhoff takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scaletta throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #KD2#
Scaletta lands a big right hand that sends Hasselhoff crashing to the mat! Scaletta stays standing though and waves Hasselhoff back to his feet!#ROC2#
Hasselhoff is rocked!
Scaletta cracks Hasselhoff on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Hasselhoff falls backwards against the cage. Scaletta follows up with more strikes that drop Hasselhoff to his knees. Scaletta keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Hasselhoff! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, FORCEE, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
Trash Fights 3
Date: Jan 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Scaletta takes one to the chin there.
Scaletta slips under a jab.
Scaletta lands a lovely overhand right.
Scaletta works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scaletta lands with a good body shot.#TD2#
Winger closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Scaletta did well to prevent Winger getting side control.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.
Winger is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta is trying desperately to improve position.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Winger cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Scaletta is looking to get to half guard.
Scaletta tries to lock up and control but Winger gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Scaletta is working to get back to half guard.
Scaletta 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.#T1#
Winger passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Scaletta!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Scaletta is trying to maintain the position but Winger is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Scaletta actively working from the bottom here.
Scaletta is staying active underneath Winger, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Scaletta is trying to control but can't.
Winger slips a nice elbow through Scaletta's hands, connecting with Scaletta's forehead.
Nice strikes from Winger there.
Scaletta on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Scaletta moves into full guard.
Winger wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving. #T2#
Scaletta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Winger stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Scaletta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Winger has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Scaletta wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Scaletta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Winger gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Winger postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Winger postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Scaletta is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Winger with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Winger wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving. #SUB#
Scaletta has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Winger can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Scaletta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Winger keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Scaletta's head.
Winger stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Scaletta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Winger wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Winger lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Winger trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Winger slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4#
Winger slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Winger working the head with strikes.
Scaletta manages to get back to half guard.
Winger slips a nice elbow through Scaletta's hands, connecting with Scaletta's forehead.#SUB2#
Winger is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Scaletta doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Winger.
Winger wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is defending well. #SUB2#
Winger seems to be working for a kimura but Scaletta defends the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sandayu Winger dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Scaletta lands a lovely overhand right.
Winger dives in for a single leg takedown but Scaletta sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It looked like Scaletta was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Winger misses with a takedown attempt - Scaletta sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Scaletta feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Scaletta stuffs the takedown.
Vito Scaletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sandayu Winger.
Winger 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.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Winger.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Winger shoots for a double leg takedown but Scaletta sprawls well. He's pushed Winger's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winger 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.
Scaletta throws a hook but Winger blocks it.
Winger fails to land with a series of punches.
A left lands for Scaletta.
Scaletta thuds a left hand into Winger's body.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Winger saw that one coming.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Winger or perhaps it was just good defense by Scaletta, which made it look bad.
Winger takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Scaletta with a nice cross.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Winger.
Winger throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
Winger doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Scaletta.
Nice uppercut lands for Scaletta. That snapped Winger's head back.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta thumps Winger with a low kick.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Winger moved out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Winger slips a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a hook.
Winger loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.#T2#
Winger slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Scaletta gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Winger.
Scaletta shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Winger.
Winger lands the left hand.
Winger walks into a stiff left hand from Scaletta.
Winger shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Scaletta defends it nicely.
Scaletta feints and then cracks Winger's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Winger down.
Scaletta scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Winger tries to bum rush Scaletta with a series of wild strikes but Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Vito Scaletta is winning the standup battle so far.
Good shot there by Winger.
Winger lands an overhand right.
An inside leg kick lands from Scaletta. #T3#
Winger throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Winger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Winger takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scaletta swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Winger.
Winger jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Winger moves out of range of the strikes.
Winger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Winger 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.
Winger shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Winger takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Winger is defended easily by Scaletta.
Winger misses with a hook. Scaletta ducked under it nicely.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
A slow jab from Scaletta misses its intended target.
Winger throws a hook but Scaletta blocks it.#T4#
Winger takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Scaletta - that will leave a mark!
Scaletta lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Winger looks for a takedown but Scaletta sprawls well.
Winger steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Winger ducked under it nicely.
Winger gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scaletta.
Winger misses with an uppercut.
Winger dives in and grabs Scaletta's left leg, looking for a takedown. Scaletta pushes down on Winger's head and hops out.
Winger takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Winger ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a low kick.
A clash of legs there as Winger blocks the low kick.
A jab from Winger does it's job there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Winger gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Scaletta counters with a nice leg kick.
Scaletta throws a chopping leg kick but Winger manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#TD2#
Winger looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Scaletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Winger pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Winger is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Scaletta sees it coming and defends easily.
Scaletta tries to roll over but Winger keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winger scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Winger is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Scaletta defends it well.
Winger not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Scaletta is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Winger's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Winger's back!
Winger is covering up but some of the strikes from Scaletta are getting through and doing damage.
Scaletta doesn't have the hooks in and Winger manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a triangle but Winger pushes his legs off easily.
Scaletta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Scaletta is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Winger avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Winger looking to sit in guard and control but Scaletta gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2#
Scaletta throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Winger works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Scaletta content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Scaletta trying to control but Winger is working from the bottom.
Scaletta working some strikes from top position.
Winger looking for a sweep. Not yet Winger, not yet. #SUB2#
Winger escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Scaletta gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Scaletta is sitting in close to Winger's body. Winger has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Scaletta is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Scaletta is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Winger.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sandayu Winger!
Sandayu Winger managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Sportivité, into his post fight interview.
Vito Scaletta spoke after the fight, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
EFC Ladd vs Mir
Date: Dec 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Saarenpaa saw that one coming.
It looked like Saarenpaa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Saarenpaa ducked under it nicely.
Saarenpaa misses with a low kick as Scaletta jumps back.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa throws a leg kick
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Saarenpaa walks into a stiff left hand from Scaletta.
Scaletta takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scaletta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Saarenpaa connects with a jab.
Saarenpaa blocks a jab.
It looked like Saarenpaa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Saarenpaa to counter with a crisp jab.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Saarenpaa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vito Scaletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Saarenpaa throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Scaletta stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Saarenpaa stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scaletta.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
That kick from Scaletta tenderised Saarenpaa's leg. Saarenpaa is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scaletta takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Saarenpaa.
Scaletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Saarenpaa throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range.
Saarenpaa throws a low kick, looking for Scaletta's leg but Scaletta calmly moves out of range.
Scaletta swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scaletta fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Saarenpaa avoids a punch combination nicely.
Saarenpaa takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta slips a jab and a cross from Saarenpaa.
Scaletta stuns Saarenpaa with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Saarenpaa walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Saarenpaa tries to work over Scaletta's front leg with a kick but Scaletta checks it.
Saarenpaa ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Saarenpaa connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Scaletta momentarily.
Scaletta cracks Saarenpaa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
Saarenpaa ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Saarenpaa throws a poor cross that misses
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
Saarenpaa takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scaletta blocks a low kick nicely.
Saarenpaa lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scaletta at a distance.
Scaletta misses with a body shot
#CL#
and Saarenpaa counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Saarenpaa.
A left hand lands to the body for Saarenpaa.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa blocks an uppercut.
Scaletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Saarenpaa backwards. #T3#
Saarenpaa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Saarenpaa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Scaletta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Saarenpaa works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Saarenpaa slowing the pace effectively.
Scaletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Scaletta blocks a body shot from Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scaletta misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Saarenpaa has him pressed against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Saarenpaa.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Saarenpaa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta tries a body shot but Saarenpaa blocks it.
Saarenpaa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Saarenpaa lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa scores with a hook to the body.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Scaletta is trying to break the clinch but Saarenpaa is controlling him.
Saarenpaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Saarenpaa can't find room to land a body shot as Scaletta controls the action.
Scaletta misses with a short punch on the inside.
Saarenpaa tries to work over Scaletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Saarenpaa lands a nice uppercut.
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Saarenpaa uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Scaletta.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Saarenpaa blocks a jab.
Saarenpaa dips to his left and cracks Scaletta with an uppercut!
Saarenpaa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scaletta lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Scaletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Saarenpaa throws a jab but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Saarenpaa throws a nice outside leg kick.
Saarenpaa lands with a cross.
Scaletta turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Saarenpaa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa throws a right hand that misses
and Saarenpaa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Saarenpaa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Saarenpaa throws a big counter combination but Scaletta scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta throws a poor cross that misses
and Saarenpaa counters with a thumping low kick.
Saarenpaa is looking to score with low kicks.
A big left from Saarenpaa misses.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
A little feinted left hand from Saarenpaa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Saarenpaa has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scaletta finds it's way round the side to connect with Saarenpaa's head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scaletta.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
Saarenpaa moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Saarenpaa throws a leg kick
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scaletta misses with a two punch combination.
Scaletta moves forwards but Saarenpaa connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2#
Scaletta keeps Saarenpaa at a distance using the push kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Saarenpaa's head but Saarenpaa sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Saarenpaa takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Scaletta lands a slapping body shot.
Scaletta takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scaletta checks the leg kick nicely there.
Saarenpaa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
An attempted straight right counter from Saarenpaa misses the target.
Scaletta takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Saarenpaa digs a good hook to Scaletta's body.
Saarenpaa scores with a nice right hand.
Saarenpaa connects with a nice looking jab.
Scaletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a right hand
and Saarenpaa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scaletta lands a slapping body shot.
Scaletta circles away from the clinch attempt.
Scaletta fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Saarenpaa is out of range.
Saarenpaa takes a jab right on the kisser.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saarenpaa. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Scaletta digs a good body shot into Saarenpaa's ribs.
Scaletta scores with the left hand. Saarenpaa knows he should have avoided that one.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the body
and Saarenpaa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Scaletta wants to land a leg kick but Saarenpaa is out of range.
Saarenpaa feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Scaletta thumps Saarenpaa with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta misses with a looping left.#CL#
Saarenpaa gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scaletta is trying to break free.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC#
Saarenpaa manages to break the clinch.
Saarenpaa checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Saarenpaa keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Scaletta throws a leg kick that misses.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the head.#CL#
Saarenpaa moves into range and clinches up with Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Scaletta on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Saarenpaa.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scaletta throws a hook but Saarenpaa avoids it easily.
Saarenpaa swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scaletta counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Scaletta takes a swing at Saarenpaa's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta lands a jab to Saarenpaa's midsection.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Scaletta cracks the inside of Saarenpaa's front leg.
Scaletta takes a swing at Saarenpaa's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saarenpaa takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saarenpaa swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Scaletta. That snapped Saarenpaa's head back.
Nice defenses there by Scaletta.
Saarenpaa connects with a solid leg kick.
Saarenpaa takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Scaletta misses with a body shot
and Saarenpaa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Good leg kick by Saarenpaa there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saarenpaa throws out the jab.
Saarenpaa with a jab.
Saarenpaa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scaletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Saarenpaa.
Saarenpaa fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but Saarenpaa checks it.
As Scaletta tries to get set, Saarenpaa tries to push him back and clinch up but Scaletta manages to avoid the attempt.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body. Saarenpaa takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Saarenpaa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mika Saarenpaa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Saarenpaa avoids a punch combination nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Saarenpaa.
A big left from Scaletta misses.
Saarenpaa avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Saarenpaa to counter with a crisp jab.
Saarenpaa slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Scaletta punishes Saarenpaa's body with a nice straight punch.
Scaletta dodges the punch combination from Saarenpaa.
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Saarenpaa's belly button to the back.#T3#
Scaletta misses with a right hand
and Saarenpaa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Saarenpaa cracks Scaletta with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Saarenpaa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL#
Saarenpaa rushes Scaletta and presses him up against the cage.
Saarenpaa lands with a right to the head.
Scaletta lands a nice uppercut.
Mika Saarenpaa has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Saarenpaa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Saarenpaa will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Scaletta up against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Scaletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scaletta misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Scaletta.
A head punch on the inside from Scaletta fails to land. #T4#
Saarenpaa blocks a body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saarenpaa blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Saarenpaa fails to land.
Saarenpaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Saarenpaa lands a right hand.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
Saarenpaa swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Scaletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Saarenpaa takes one on the button.
Saarenpaa throws out a leg kick but Scaletta moves out of range and Saarenpaa only half commits.
Scaletta pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Saarenpaa looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
It appears Saarenpaa was looking to counter with a kick there.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta digs a good hook to Saarenpaa's body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vito Scaletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Scaletta 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta made sure to mention his sponsor, FORCEE in his post fight interview.
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Event:
EFC Lambton vs Samedov
Date: Dec 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Khrapov Jr shoots in but no luck this time.
Scaletta misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Khrapov Jr counter with a right hand.
Scaletta punishes Khrapov Jr's body with a nice straight punch.
Khrapov Jr throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Khrapov Jr slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Khrapov Jr misses with a looping right.
Khrapov Jr throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
Vasily Khrapov Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Khrapov Jr slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Khrapov Jr fails to land the takedown.
Khrapov Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scaletta.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Khrapov Jr.
Scaletta thows a leg kick but Khrapov Jr checks it
and Khrapov Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scaletta jabs Khrapov Jr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Khrapov Jr.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Khrapov Jr throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scaletta scores with a jab to the head.
Khrapov Jr tries to clinch there but Scaletta circles away.
#CL2#
Khrapov Jr fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scaletta, pushing him back against the cage.
Scaletta prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vito Scaletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vasily Khrapov Jr.
Scaletta gets through Khrapov Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scaletta lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Khrapov Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Khrapov Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
As Scaletta backs off Khrapov Jr throws a huge counter combo but Scaletta manages to avoid it all.
Jab by Scaletta.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Khrapov Jr.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but Khrapov Jr checks it.
Scaletta paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Scaletta scores with a shot to the body.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Khrapov Jr's calf.
Khrapov Jr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Khrapov Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Scaletta misses the target.
Khrapov Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Khrapov Jr ducks right into an uppercut from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Khrapov Jr avoids the punch easily.
Khrapov Jr let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Khrapov Jr takes one to the side of the head.
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
and Khrapov Jr counters with a straight right hand.
A big right from Khrapov Jr misses.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot.
Khrapov Jr slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Scaletta connects with the punch.#ROC#
Khrapov Jr is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Vasily Khrapov Jr has been cut.
Scaletta drops Khrapov Jr with a big left hand! Khrapov Jr is injured, injured bad! Scaletta jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta very nearly forgot to thank FORCEE 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:
EFC Ladd vs Anderson
Date: Nov 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Hawtry's front leg but catches the back leg as Hawtry tries to avoid it.
Hawtry misses with a looping right.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hawtry.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Hawtry ducked under it nicely. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hawtry is trying to pull guard but Scaletta turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Hawtry blocks a body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands with a short shot to the head.
Scaletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Hawtry. #BC2#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Hawtry's calf.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hawtry defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Hawtry moved out of range nicely.
Hawtry bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scaletta throws a hook but Hawtry avoids it easily.#TD#
Hawtry decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Scaletta tries to get to full guard but Hawtry has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta is doing well to control the position and prevent Hawtry from advancing to side control.
Hawtry is trying to control. Scaletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hawtry seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Scaletta moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hawtry accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hawtry 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.#T2##SUB2#
Scaletta looking for a guillotine here but Hawtry defends easily.
We've been hearing that Hawtry has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Scaletta has his foot on Hawtry's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hawtry works his way back into a safe position though.
Hawtry slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hawtry makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hawtry with a nice head shot there.
Scaletta keeping moving, preventing Hawtry from controlling successfully.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Hawtry preventing the sweep. #T3#
Hawtry with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Scaletta looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hawtry is one step ahead there.
Hawtry controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Scaletta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hawtry doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hawtry manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hawtry is in close to Scaletta's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Scaletta has momentary wrist control but Hawtry slips an elbow through the middle.
Hawtry is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hawtry preventing the sweep. #T4#
Hawtry is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hawtry with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Scaletta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Scaletta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hawtry trying to control but Scaletta is working from the bottom.
Scaletta has Hawtry pulled in close to control his posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Scaletta had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hawtry defends it easily.
Hawtry stands and throws Scaletta's legs to the side, diving into side control.
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 Charles Hawtry will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawtry manages to avoid it.
Hawtry lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hawtry takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hawtry throws a body shot but no joy.
Some bone on bone action there as Scaletta checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hawtry pivots, looking for a leg kick but Scaletta is out of range and Hawtry settles back down.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hawtry scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Scaletta throws a quick inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawtry scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Scaletta with a jab.
Scaletta throws a lazy right hand but Hawtry sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scaletta with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawtry connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Hawtry doesn't manage to clinch there - Scaletta circles away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Hawtry does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hawtry throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawtry.
Scaletta lands a leg kick that knocks Hawtry off balance momentarily.
Hawtry shoots for a double leg takedown but Scaletta sprawls well. He's pushed Hawtry's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Scaletta throws out a counter right but Hawtry avoids it with no problem.
Scaletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawtry.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Hawtry moved out of range nicely.
Hawtry throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Hawtry.
Scaletta let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Scaletta connects with a right hand. Hawtry shakes it off.
Scaletta moves out of range of the leg kick from Hawtry.
Hawtry throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2#
Hawtry ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Hawtry tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scaletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Hawtry.
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hawtry.
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Hawtry moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hawtry sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hawtry changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hawtry scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Scaletta doesn't seem bothered though.
Hawtry blocks a jab.
Hawtry lunges at Scaletta with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scaletta's hand.
Hawtry pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hawtry throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Hawtry uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta staying out of range there.
Hawtry takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T3#
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
Scaletta moves out of range as Hawtry strikes.
Scaletta jabs Hawtry to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawtry fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Hawtry is looking to clinch but Scaletta is avoiding it.
Hawtry shoots in for a takedown but Scaletta shows good takedown defense.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Hawtry.
Hawtry drops his hands momentarily and Scaletta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scaletta slips a jab and a cross from Hawtry.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hawtry.
Hawtry takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hawtry misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Scaletta jabs Hawtry right on the nose. Hawtry blinks but takes it well.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Hawtry is out of range. #T4#
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Hawtry moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hawtry throws out the jab.
Scaletta ducks right into an uppercut from Hawtry.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta with a hook.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Hawtry.
Scaletta wants to land a leg kick but Hawtry is out of range.
Scaletta scores with the left hand. Hawtry knows he should have avoided that one.
Scaletta looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scaletta throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Scaletta swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice shot by Hawtry.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta 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#
A slapping leg kick lands for Scaletta.
Hawtry uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scaletta.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Scaletta, right into the meat.
Hawtry keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scaletta throws a jab when Hawtry was well out of range.
Hawtry lands with a straight right. Scaletta didn't see that one coming.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Hawtry's head but Hawtry sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hawtry is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scaletta lands with a good body shot.
Hawtry ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Hawtry backing away here, and Scaletta unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hawtry fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Hawtry has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scaletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Hawtry controls his hands.
Hawtry blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1##BC#
Hawtry manages to break the clinch.
A big left from Hawtry misses.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the head.
Scaletta moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hawtry shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scaletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scaletta throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hawtry attempts a counter takedown but Scaletta avoids it well and moves away.
A low kick from Scaletta misses #TD#
and Hawtry counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Scaletta!
Scaletta manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hawtry's best efforts.
Scaletta is trying to get back to full guard.
Hawtry trying to mount his opponent but Scaletta defends it.
Hawtry is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Scaletta wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Scaletta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hawtry doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hawtry manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hawtry keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Scaletta's head.
Hawtry stays in close to Scaletta's body and controls the position.
Scaletta manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hawtry manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Scaletta throws a big elbow that misses.
Scaletta slips nicely into half guard.
Hawtry is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Scaletta not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hawtry is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Scaletta's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Scaletta's back!
Hawtry lands a shot to the body.
Charles Hawtry overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Scaletta takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Scaletta is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Hawtry off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Hawtry looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Hawtry looking for the choke from the back.
Scaletta is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Scaletta keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Hawtry is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Scaletta is defending well though. Hawtry let's go of the attempt for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta tries to escape but Hawtry has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T4#
Hawtry looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Scaletta is really stuck here.
Scaletta is still trying to improve position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawtry throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Scaletta!
Scaletta is really stuck here.
Hawtry lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Hawtry.
Scaletta tries to escape but Hawtry has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Scaletta takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hawtry lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Scaletta hold on?!
I really don't envy Scaletta right now.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Hawtry. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Scaletta breaks Hawtry's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Hawtry is pulling down on Scaletta's head to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Charles Hawtry showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hawtry 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Charles Hawtry!
Charles Hawtry decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Vito Scaletta spoke after the fight, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
CEFC Fight Night 238
Date: Oct 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Lopette takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lopette misses with a leg kick.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Lopette's head but Lopette sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lopette is looking to counter punch.
Scaletta lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Lopette lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lopette keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lopette throws a quick counter kick to the body but Scaletta avoids it.
Scaletta falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Lopette counter with a right hand.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lopette seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lopette. Scaletta shrugs it off though.
Lopette scores with a jab to the head.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Lopette ducked under it nicely.
Lopette needs to keep his hands up - Scaletta had a free shot at his head 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!
Lopette cracks Scaletta with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lopette counters with a good, hard body kick but Scaletta shrugs it off.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Lopette's head but Lopette sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
A big left from Scaletta misses.
Good work by Lopette as he checks the leg kick.
Lopette keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scaletta is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Lopette throws a body kick that misses.
Scaletta unleashes a big counter combination but Lopette bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bornas Lopette seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scaletta throws a low kick but Lopette moves out of range easily.
Lopette lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Scaletta staying out of range there.
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scaletta chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Good exchange - Lopette coming out on top.
Lopette misses with a low kick.
Scaletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lopette counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lopette looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
Scaletta looks for the body kick but Lopette saw that one coming. #T2#
Scaletta moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta defending well as Lopette loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A jab lands there for Lopette.
Lopette throws a sloppy body shot
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lopette manages to avoid it.
Lopette is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lopette throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lopette misses with a body shot
and Scaletta counters with a stiff right hand.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lopette!
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Scaletta is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Scaletta feints and then cracks Lopette's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lopette down.
Scaletta checks a leg kick.
Lopette throws a leg kick
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
and Lopette counters with a solid body kick. #T3#
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but Lopette slips the punch.
Scaletta avoids the body shot from Lopette.
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
Lopette slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lopette. Lopette obviously looking to wear him down.
Scaletta throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lopette throws a quick counter kick to the body but Scaletta avoids it.
Lopette doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scaletta checks a low kick from Lopette.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Lopette crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Scaletta - the referee stops the clock and Lopette gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Scaletta. Lopette manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Scaletta thumps Lopette with a low kick.
Scaletta scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Lopette moves away and avoids it.
Lopette misses with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Lopette.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lopette lands a glancing blow to the side of Scaletta's head.
Scaletta lands the left hand.#T4#
Scaletta thuds his right hand into Lopette's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Scaletta avoids a kick to the body.
Scaletta swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lopette counters with a nice uppercut.
Scaletta digs a good body shot into Lopette's ribs.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lopette manages to avoid it.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lopette was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lopette lands a high kick!
Lopette walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lopette swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scaletta swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lopette has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
It looked like Lopette was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Scaletta.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta throws a lazy right hand but Lopette sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lopette throws a head kick that misses.
Scaletta avoids the body shot from Lopette.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
That's time! Lopette's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lopette pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scaletta throws a shot to the body.
Lopette ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Lopette on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scaletta. Scaletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Lopette avoids the punch easily.
Lopette dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scaletta. That did some damage!
Scaletta misses with an uppercut
and Lopette counters with a nice uppercut.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scaletta works the jab nicely.
Lopette is looking to land body kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Scaletta takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lopette throws out the jab.
Scaletta throws out a counter right but Lopette avoids it with no problem.
Good shot there by Scaletta.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lopette uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Lopette is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1#
Lopette blocks the body kick.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lopette.
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lopette misses with a hook.
Lopette scores with a kick to the midsection.
Scaletta cracks Lopette with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta tests Lopette's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lopette moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Lopette swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A good leg kick by Lopette.
Lopette lands with a slapping head kick.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopette was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
An attempted straight right counter from Lopette misses the target.
Scaletta with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta lands a head shot.#T2#
Lopette walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scaletta checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lopette looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scaletta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lopette takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopette was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Lopette misses with a straight left.
Scaletta fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lopette.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scaletta.
Lopette pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lopette tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scaletta lands with a good body shot.
Lopette misses with a hook
and Scaletta counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lopette thinking.
Lopette wants to land a leg kick but Scaletta is out of range.
Lopette lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scaletta connects with an inside leg kick.
Scaletta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Scaletta misses the target.
Lopette is looking to counter punch.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lopette moves away.
Scaletta swings widly with a right hand
and Lopette counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Scaletta thinking.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lopette scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Scaletta fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lopette looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Lopette is just out of range.
Lopette rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Lopette was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lopette appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lopette throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lopette defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta throws a hook but Lopette avoids it easily.
Scaletta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Scaletta takes a swing at Lopette's ribcage but misses.
Lopette moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lopette looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scaletta attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Scaletta pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lopette throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta lands with a good body shot.
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lopette.
Lopette is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Scaletta takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scaletta scores with a hook.
Scaletta has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lopette.
Lopette gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lopette on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Lopette was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Scaletta.
Lopette moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lopette throws out the jab.
Lopette does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Lopette moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
Scaletta moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scaletta throws a wild body kick that Lopette sees coming a mile off.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Scaletta throws a chopping leg kick but Lopette manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lopette uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Lopette ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a low kick but Lopette moves out of range easily.
Lopette lands with an uppercut that bounces Scaletta off the cage and back into range.
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lopette drops his hands momentarily and Scaletta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lopette scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1#
Lopette is looking to chop away at Scaletta's legs.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but Lopette ducks down to avoid it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lopette.
Lopette missing with a left hand there. Scaletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lopette connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Lopette lands a nice shot to the body.
Scaletta checks a low kick from Lopette.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Lopette might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Scaletta throws an off balance right hand
and Lopette counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scaletta throws a right hand that Lopette ducks under and follows up with a left that Lopette also avoids with ease.
Lopette with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Lopette does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lopette steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta punishes Lopette's body with a nice straight punch.
Scaletta throws a jab when Lopette was well out of range.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bornas Lopette has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lopette takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lopette looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scaletta misses with a leg kick
and Lopette counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lopette attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lopette throws a body kick that misses.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
Scaletta lands a jab to Lopette's midsection.
Lopette scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Lopette. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lopette.
Lopette feints and then cracks Scaletta's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Scaletta down.
Scaletta moves out of range of the body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scaletta! But no joy.
Scaletta will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lopette half committed to a counter leg kick.
Scaletta moves out of range as Lopette strikes.
Scaletta misses with a jab, cross combination.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
Scaletta's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
Lopette takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lopette connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lopette with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lopette moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
Scaletta lands a really nice looking cross but Lopette seems unphased.
A cross from Scaletta lands.
Scaletta lands a nice hook to Lopette's body. Lopette takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Lopette's belly button to the back.
Lopette lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scaletta at a distance.
Scaletta takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lopette takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Lopette moved out of range nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta moves out of range of the body kick.
Scaletta with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lopette to score with a decent uppercut.
Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lopette.#T4#
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
and Lopette counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Good leg kick by Scaletta there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Lopette walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scaletta checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lopette lands a nice leg kick that just misses Scaletta's sensitive parts.
A bone on bone clash there as Lopette blocks the leg kick.
Scaletta works the jab nicely.
Scaletta tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lopette misses the jab.
Scaletta throws out a counter right but Lopette avoids it with no problem.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lopette, right into the meat.
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Lopette counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scaletta tests Lopette's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
It looked like Lopette wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scaletta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Lopette was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lopette slips a jab from Scaletta.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vito Scaletta.
Well Scaletta 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vito Scaletta!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Vito Scaletta made sure he mentioned FORCEE, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
Bornas Lopette was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll Train Harder And Win My Next Fight Fans, Sorry For My Loss. '.
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Event:
CCEFC Fight Night 237
Date: Oct 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Scaletta misses with the combination.
Reid misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
It seemed like Scaletta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Reid darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scaletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Reid.
Reid bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Scaletta's head backwards.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reid manages to avoid it.
Scaletta feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Reids jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Reid throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scaletta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Reid was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hamish Reid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reid jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Reid is stalking Scaletta. Scaletta circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Reid, and it's lights out! Scaletta really payed the price for that rookie mistake.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Hamish Reid!
The defeated Vito Scaletta had this to say: 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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CEFC 307
Date: Sep 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but Lopette slips the punch.
As Scaletta backs away, Lopette returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lopette misses the jab.
Scaletta thows a leg kick but Lopette checks it
and Lopette counters with a stiff right hand.
Lopette wants to land a leg kick but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta connects with a looping right hand.
The fighters circling - Lopette throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Lopette misses the target.
Scaletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scaletta tries to land a body kick
and Lopette connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lopette connects with a right hand. Scaletta shakes it off.
Scaletta misses with a body punch
and Lopette counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scaletta fails to land with a series of punches.
Bornas Lopette seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Lopette.
Scaletta cracks the inside of Lopette's front leg.
Lopette uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Lopette takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T1#
Scaletta misses the body punch
and Lopette makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Nice defenses there by Lopette.
Lopette avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lopette uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Lopette throwing a counter right hand but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Lopette is out of range.
Lopette looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lopette.
Lopette takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Lopette ducked under it nicely.
Lopette staying out of range there.
Scaletta slips a straight right by Lopette.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lopette.
Scaletta connects with a right hand. Lopette shakes it off.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Lopette saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Scaletta misses its intended target.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lopette.#T2#
Scaletta takes a swing at Lopette's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta lets loose with a powerful body kick. Lopette will feel that in the morning.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lopette moves out of range as Scaletta throws a body kick.
Lopette takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lopette looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Scaletta throws a leg kick
and Lopette counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta lunges at Lopette with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lopette's hand.
Lopette throws a nice head kick!
Lopette fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lopette moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lopette throws a hook but Scaletta avoids it easily.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Lopette.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Lopette ducked under it nicely.
Lopette moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3#
Scaletta connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lopette throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scaletta lands a jab.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lopette fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scaletta connects with a single shot there.
Lopette swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Scaletta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lopette misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Scaletta fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lopette on the side of the head.
Scaletta throws an off balance right hand
and Lopette counters with a left to the body.
Good work by Scaletta as he checks the leg kick.
Lopette throws a right and a left that Scaletta avoids nicely.
Scaletta now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lopette wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lopette lands with a cross.
Good work by Lopette as he checks the leg kick.#T4#
Lopette tries to land a leg kick but Scaletta saw it coming and moves away.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lopette pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scaletta lands with a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Scaletta.
Lopette dips to his left and cracks Scaletta with an uppercut!
Scaletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
Scaletta counters with a body kick.
Lopette uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a glancing blow to the side of Lopette's head.
Lopette lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scaletta will feel that in the morning.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lopette paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lopette is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lopette slips under a jab.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but Lopette ducks down to avoid it.
Lopette quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
That kick from Lopette tenderised Scaletta's leg. Scaletta is trying to keep his angry face on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nice body kick from Lopette.
Scaletta throws a low kick, looking for Lopette's leg but Lopette calmly moves out of range.
Lopette throwing a counter right hand but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Lopette moved out of range.
Lopette is looking to counter punch.
Scaletta throws a solid leg kick but Lopette takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scaletta.
Lopette just misses with a punch to the body.
A low kick from Scaletta misses
and Lopette cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scaletta takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scaletta tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lopette tried to counter with a leg kick but Scaletta avoided it.
Lopette connects with an inside leg kick.
Scaletta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lopette. That did some damage!
Scaletta throws a good cross that connects.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Scaletta. Those never looked like landing.
Scaletta misses with a left hand
and Lopette connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lopette gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Lopette moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Lopette loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.#T1#
Lopette misses with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lopette looks to throw a body kick
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Lopette misses with an uppercut.
Scaletta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Lopette throws a quick counter kick to the body but Scaletta avoids it.
Lopette throws a front kick aimed at Scaletta's knee but Scaletta avoids it well.
An inside leg kick from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta misses with a jab, cross combination.
Scaletta misses with a body punch
and Lopette makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Scaletta wants to land a leg kick but Lopette is out of range.
It looked like Lopette was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Scaletta.
Lopette keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lopette fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Lopette slips under a jab.
Lopette half committed to a counter leg kick.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta is looking to chop away at Lopette's legs. #T2#
Lopette throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Crunch! Lopette slams his shin into Scaletta's torso.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lopette throws a head kick that misses.
Lopette bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lopette looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Scaletta finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lopette looks to land a left hand but Scaletta moved out of range nicely.
Lopette defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Lopette's front leg but catches the back leg as Lopette tries to avoid it.
Scaletta walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lopette.
Lopette misses with a body kick.
Lopette slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a jab to Lopette's midsection.
Lopette lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lopette pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scaletta! But no joy.#T3#
Lopette tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Scaletta lands a slapping body shot.
Scaletta scores with a three punch combo!
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
and Lopette counters with a nice body kick.
Lopette throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Lopette.
Lopette throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Scaletta counters with a slapping leg kick.
Scaletta scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Scaletta lands an overhand right.
Lopette throws a front kick that sends Scaletta stumbling back into the cage.
Lopette tries a head kick but it misses.
Lopette takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lopette is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lopette misses with a body kick.
Scaletta appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lopette works Scaletta's body with a nice hook.#T4#
Lopette fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta checks a leg kick nicely.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Lopette.
Lopette uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lopette misses with a low kick.
Lopette lands an overhand right.
Lopette keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scaletta.
Lopette thinks about countering with a head kick.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta throws a nice outside leg kick.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta takes a swing at Lopette's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopette was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Lopette throws a nice inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lopette goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scaletta throws a solid leg kick but Lopette takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Scaletta throws a low kick but Lopette avoids it.
Lopette takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lopette has time to react.
Lopette pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scaletta.
Lopette on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lopette.
Lopette connects with an inside leg kick.
Scaletta misses with a lunging right hand
and Lopette counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
Lopette throws a series of punches but Scaletta avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Scaletta doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scaletta lands a lovely overhand right.
A head kick from Lopette lands but Scaletta takes it in his stride.
Lopette throws the kick towards the body but Scaletta avoids it.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lopette throws an overhand right that lands on Scaletta's shoulder, as Scaletta tries to avoid the shot.
Lopette tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lopette connects with a body shot.
Lopette ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lopette feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Scaletta's calf.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lopette.
Lopette throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lopette bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bornas Lopette has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Lopette is out of range.
Scaletta works Lopette's body with a nice hook.
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lopette has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lopette there as he acknowledges the shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lopette checks a leg kick.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopette was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Lopette ducked under it nicely.
Lopette takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Lopette counters with a stiff right hand.
Scaletta moves out of range of the body kick.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from Lopette misses its intended target.
Scaletta checks a low kick from Lopette.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lopette.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopette was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.#T3#
Lopette cracks Scaletta with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scaletta walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Scaletta connects with an inside leg kick.
Lopette misses with a hook
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
Scaletta connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Lopette moves out of range.
Lopette throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Lopette swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Scaletta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
Lopette takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lopette uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scaletta.
Lopette misses with a straight left.
Scaletta has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lopette.
Scaletta moves forwards but Lopette connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lopette tries a head kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scaletta lands a lovely overhand right.#T4#
Lopette tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lopette misses with a combination
and Lopette takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Scaletta lands a jab to Lopette's midsection.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Lopette moved out of range nicely.
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lopette connects with a single shot there.
Scaletta bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lopette cracks a nice hook into Scaletta's ribs.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Lopette's head but Lopette sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lopette slips under a jab.
Some wild striking there from Scaletta.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta lands a nice hook to Lopette's body. Lopette takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vito Scaletta.
Well Scaletta 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vito Scaletta!
After winning the bout, Vito Scaletta thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Bornas Lopette spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll Train Harder And Win My Next Fight Fans, Sorry For My Loss. '.
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Event:
CEFC Fight Night 233
Date: Sep 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Corll works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scaletta 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.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Corll.
Corll misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Corll manages to avoid it.
Corll cracks Scaletta with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scaletta takes a swing at Corll's ribcage but misses.
Corll connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Corll lands a nice looking body shot.
Scaletta moves out of range as Corll strikes.
Scaletta moves out of range of the body kick.
Scaletta is looking to slow Corll down with leg kicks.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Corll throws out the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Corll throws an overhand right that lands on Scaletta's shoulder, as Scaletta tries to avoid the shot.
Scaletta replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Corll blocks it well.
Corll throws a body kick that misses.
Corll throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Corll looks to land a left hand but Scaletta moved out of range nicely.
Corll swings widly with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Scaletta misses with a leg kick
enabling Corll to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Corll misses with a kick to the body.
Scaletta throws a right hand that misses
letting Corll counter with a right hand.
Scaletta walks into a stiff left hand from Corll.
Scaletta with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Corll bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scaletta throws a wild body kick that Corll sees coming a mile off.
Scaletta just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromCorll.
A good leg kick by Scaletta.
Dean Corll seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Corll thuds a left hand into Scaletta's body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Corll.
Corll misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Corll on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Corll ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab from Corll misses.
Corll throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Corll with a hook.
Corll misses with a straight left.
Corll connects with a right hand. Scaletta shakes it off.
Corll just misses with a punch to the body.
Corll jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta avoids the body shot from Corll.
Scaletta slips under a jab.
Scaletta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scaletta blocks a leg kick.
Scaletta swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Corll displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scaletta throws out the jab.
Scaletta connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Corll lands an overhand right.
Corll throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Corll tries to land a body kick
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Corll walks into a jab.
Corll tries to land a front kick but Scaletta steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jab, jab by Scaletta - just one landing. #T3#
Scaletta takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Corll was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a body kick that misses.
Corll bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Corll throws a body shot but no joy.
Corll slips a jab from Scaletta.
Corll looks for the body kick but Scaletta saw that one coming.
Scaletta throws a hook but Corll avoids it easily.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Corll moves out of range.
Corll throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
Scaletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Corll misses the jab.
Corll lands with a nice body kick.
Corll throws a combination that misses
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Corll on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Corll misses with a right hand
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
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!
Corll ducks right into an uppercut from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Corll moves out of range.
Corll throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Corll is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Scaletta fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Corll.
Scaletta gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Corll throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta counters with a right hand to the body.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Corll manages to avoid it.
Corll loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
Scaletta thuds a left hand into Corll's body.
Scaletta scores with a push kick.
Good exchange - Corll coming out on top.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Corll.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Corll saw that one coming.
Scaletta cracks Corll with a good jab.
Corll staying out of range there.
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 Dean Corll will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Corll manages to avoid it.
Corll throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dean Corll is winning the standup battle so far.
Scaletta lands a really nice looking cross but Corll seems unphased.
Corll looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta tries a quick counter leg kick but Corll is wise to it.
Corll tries to land a front kick but Scaletta steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scaletta checks a leg kick.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Corll saw that one coming.
Scaletta throws a hook but Corll avoids it easily.
It looked like Corll wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scaletta scores with a nice strike.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Corll is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Corll takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scaletta getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Corll slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Corll just misses with a punch to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Scaletta finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T1#
Scaletta throws a poor cross that misses
and Corll counters with a solid body kick.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Corll uses good head movement to avoid it.
Corll throws a hook but Scaletta avoids it easily.
Corll slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta checks the leg kick.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Corll uses good head movement to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Corll does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta swings for the body but Corll moves out of range.
Corll misses with an uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Corll displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scaletta throws out the jab.
Corll throwing a counter right hand but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Corll looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Corll throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Corll fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Corll misses with a hook to the body
and Scaletta counters with a good low kick that Corll was not able to check. #T2#
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Corll saw that one coming.
Corll is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scaletta throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Corll takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Corll's calf.
Corll throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
Corll throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Corll keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheers as Corll lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scaletta doesn't seem phased though.
Scaletta closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Corll throws a low kick, looking for Scaletta's leg but Scaletta calmly moves out of range.
Corll throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Corll sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Corll ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Corll waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.#T3#
Scaletta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Corll throws out the jab.
Corll pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta connects with a crisp jab.
Scaletta throws an overhand right that lands on Corll's shoulder, as Corll tries to avoid the shot.
Corll ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Corll ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Corll misses with a low kick.
Corll stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a shot to the body.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Corll.
Scaletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Corll.
Corll throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
Corll looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T4#
Corll takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Corll.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut
and Corll counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Corll throws a lazy uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a right hand to the body.
A big left from Corll misses.
Scaletta now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Corll.
Scaletta is looking for the big counter here.
Corll uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Scaletta.
Corll looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Scaletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Corll counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Corll on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scaletta. Scaletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Scaletta lands with an overhand left.
Corll motions for Scaletta to come forward. Corll throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A cross from Scaletta lands.
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Corll's belly button to the back.
Scaletta throws a front kick aimed at Corll's knee but Corll avoids it well.
A counter left hand to the body from Corll misses its target.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Corll lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scaletta will feel that in the morning.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Corll sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Corll takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Corll takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Corll on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Scaletta. Scaletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Corll lets loose with a powerful body kick. Scaletta will feel that in the morning.
Scaletta moves away from the strike by Corll.
Corll uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scaletta.
Corll misses the shot to the body.
Corll throws a hook but Scaletta blocks it.
Corll is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scaletta looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A slapping leg kick lands for Corll.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scaletta throws a shot to the body.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Corll sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Corll.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Corll sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but Corll slips the punch.
Scaletta misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Corll connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Decent striking displayed by Corll there.
Scaletta misses with a series of wild punches.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but Corll ducks down to avoid it.
Corll throws out a powerful jab.
Scaletta connects with a right hand. Corll shakes it off.
Corll throws a hook but Scaletta blocks it.
Scaletta fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Corll has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Corll is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#ROC#
Scaletta is rocked!
Corll checks a leg kick.
Scaletta is still on wobbly legs! Can Corll finish him?#T2#
Corll throws a lazy uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta seems to have recovered his senses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Corll lands with a straight right. Scaletta didn't see that one coming.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Corll throws out the jab.
Scaletta looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Corll swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
A nice side step and Scaletta releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Corll does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Corll throws a lazy uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a left to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Scaletta.
Corll uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scaletta.
Corll rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Corll uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Good shot there by Corll.
Scaletta tried to score with a low kick but Corll checks it.
Scaletta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Corll counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta misses with a right hand
and Corll counters with a huge left! Scaletta is in big trouble! He's backing up but Corll isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Scaletta from any more damage. A dominating finish by Corll!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dean Corll!
A very excited looking Dean Corll 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.
Vito Scaletta spoke after the fight, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 16, 2018 |
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Locke 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Locke gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Scaletta lands with a light punch inside. #TD2#
Locke pulls guard effortlessly.
Locke has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta lands a couple of digs.
Scaletta trying to control but Locke is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Locke is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Scaletta wants to sweep but no luck.
Locke slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Locke stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Scaletta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Locke looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Scaletta is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Scaletta is trying to keep Locke in close.
#SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Locke defends well.
Locke trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Scaletta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Locke trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Scaletta is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Locke preventing the sweep. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Scaletta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Scaletta 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.
Locke wants to control from the top but Scaletta keeps moving.
Locke might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Scaletta haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Scaletta wants to sweep but no luck.
Locke slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Scaletta wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Scaletta has his feet on Locke's thighs here. He's pushed Locke 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! Locke screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Mallador Locke stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back. Simple. I'll be back.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scaletta misses with a body kick.
We've been hearing reports that Trudeau has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Trudeau rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scaletta moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Trudeau lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A combination from Trudeau does no damage.
Scaletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
David Trudeau seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
Trudeau thuds his right hand into Scaletta's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Trudeau avoids the punch easily.
Trudeau misses with an uppercut.
Scaletta lands a head shot.
Trudeau throws a nice looking combination but Scaletta bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A kick lands to the mid section there for Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta scores with a nice body kick.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta swings for the body but Trudeau moves out of range.
Scaletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A right-left combo lands from Scaletta. #T1#
Trudeau staying out of range there.
Trudeau misses with a low kick.
Scaletta with a jab.
Nice jab there from Trudeau.
A solid body kick from Scaletta.
Nice cross by Scaletta.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Trudeau was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trudeau takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Scaletta, right into the meat.
Trudeau throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scaletta. That's going to slow Trudeau down.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
Some wild striking there from Scaletta.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trudeau scores with a nice body kick.
#T2#
Trudeau chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scaletta can pounce on him.
Scaletta slips a jab from Trudeau.
Trudeau uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Trudeau throws a head kick but Scaletta moves out of range.
Trudeau slips a jab and a cross from Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a jab. Trudeau acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
Trudeau drives through and clinches with Scaletta against the cage.
Scaletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Trudeau goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trudeau fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scaletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Trudeau lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards. #BC2#
Scaletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A big left from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Trudeau saw that one coming.
Trudeau is looking to counter punch.
Trudeau pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Trudeau throws a shot from downtown. Scaletta moves away and avoids it.
Trudeau throws a solid leg kick but Scaletta takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Trudeau.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scaletta connects with a crisp jab.
Trudeau throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but Trudeau sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
A clash of legs there as Trudeau blocks the low kick.
Trudeau moves forwards but Scaletta connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Scaletta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A quick step to the side and Trudeau tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Trudeau misses with a lunging right hand
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scaletta is looking to land body kicks.
Trudeau tries to land a front kick but Scaletta steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4#
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Trudeau scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trudeau lands a leg kick that knocks Scaletta off balance momentarily.
Trudeau has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Scaletta finds it's way round the side to connect with Trudeau's head.
Trudeau misses with a looping left.
Scaletta misses with a right hand
and Trudeau counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Trudeau takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Trudeau looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range.
Trudeau just misses with a punch to the body.
Trudeau clobbers Scaletta with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Trudeau chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scaletta can pounce on him.
Trudeau moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
It looked like Trudeau wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trudeau lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Trudeau misses with a two punch combination.
Scaletta takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scaletta keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta 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#
Scaletta sizes up Trudeau with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trudeau shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Scaletta eats them both and turns towards Trudeau to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Scaletta stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Trudeau scores with a punch to the head.
Scaletta throws a jab when Trudeau was well out of range.
Trudeau lands a front kick.
Good leg kick by Trudeau there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Scaletta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Trudeau thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta lands a leg kick that knocks Trudeau off balance momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sloppy strikes from Trudeau. Those never looked like landing.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Trudeau, as that shot connected.
Scaletta takes a swing at Trudeau's ribcage but misses.
Trudeau throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Scaletta punishes Trudeau's body with a nice straight punch.
Trudeau connects with the punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scaletta.#T1#
Trudeau drops his hands momentarily and Scaletta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Trudeau has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scaletta.
Trudeau misses with a jab, cross combination.
Trudeau misses with a body punch
and Scaletta counters with a stiff right hand.
Trudeau pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Scaletta swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Trudeau scores with a push kick.
Trudeau misses with a head kick.
Scaletta scores with a hook.
Trudeau gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Trudeau slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Trudeau wants to clinch up but Scaletta keeps it at a distance.
Trudeau misses the jab.
Trudeau jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Scaletta misses with a low kick.
#T2#
Trudeau checks a leg kick nicely.
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!
Scaletta with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Trudeau lands a head kick!
Scaletta scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Scaletta lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scaletta.
Trudeau chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scaletta can pounce on him.
Scaletta looks to land a left hand but Trudeau moved out of range nicely.
Trudeau went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trudeau throws a sloppy head kick and Scaletta moves out of range easily.
Scaletta only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Trudeau moves away and avoids it.
Trudeau looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Trudeau throws a shot to the body.
Trudeau tries a head kick but it misses.
Trudeau throws a hook but Scaletta avoids it easily.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Trudeau. #T3#
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Trudeau.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Trudeau is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scaletta drops his hands momentarily and Trudeau takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Trudeau's belly button to the back.
Trudeau takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Trudeau tries to close the distance and clinch but Scaletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Trudeau looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Trudeau throws the kick towards the body but Scaletta avoids it.
Trudeau slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Trudeau wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Scaletta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scaletta slips a jab and a cross from Trudeau.
#T4#
A head kick misses from Trudeau.
Trudeau pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Trudeau tries a head kick but it misses.
Trudeau throws a body kick that misses
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
A big right from Trudeau misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Scaletta.
Scaletta looks to land a combination but Trudeau avoids it well.
Scaletta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Trudeau.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scaletta misses with a combination
and Trudeau counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trudeau misses with a double jab.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Scaletta fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Trudeau has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A combination from Trudeau does no damage.
Scaletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta works Trudeau's body with a nice hook.
Trudeau misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
Scaletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Trudeau ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scaletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
Trudeau swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta slips a straight right by Trudeau.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Trudeau moves away and avoids it.
As Scaletta tries to get set, Trudeau tries to push him back and clinch up but Scaletta manages to avoid the attempt.
Scaletta changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Scaletta. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Scaletta.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Trudeau sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Trudeau half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
Trudeau throws a push kick but Scaletta slaps the foot to one side.
Scaletta looks to throw the jab but Trudeau is out of range.
Trudeau misses with a hook
and Scaletta counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Trudeau looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but Trudeau sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Trudeau swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Trudeau wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Trudeau wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta lands a jab to the nose.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the head.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Trudeau moves out of range.
Trudeau throws a sloppy head kick and Scaletta moves out of range easily. #T2#
Trudeau throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Trudeau scores with a jab to the jaw.
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!
Trudeau chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scaletta can pounce on him.
Trudeau throws a series of punches but Scaletta avoids them all with ease.
Scaletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Scaletta lands a slapping body shot.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Trudeau walks into a left hand.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Trudeau.
Trudeau uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Trudeau avoids the punch easily.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Trudeau moves out of range.
Scaletta misses with a left hand
and Trudeau counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Trudeau misses with a head kick.
David Trudeau has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Scaletta lands a jab to Trudeau's midsection.
Trudeau bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Scaletta misses with a hook
and Trudeau counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Trudeau throws a front kick aimed at Scaletta's knee but Scaletta avoids it well.
Scaletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Trudeau.
Scaletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Trudeau misses with a body kick.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Trudeau saw that one coming.
Jab, jab by Scaletta - just one landing.
Scaletta feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Trudeaus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A punch lands to the side of Trudeau 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Trudeau throws a nice head kick!
Trudeau tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scaletta only half commits to the counter leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trudeau takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T4#
Scaletta scores with a decent looking hook.
A cross from Scaletta lands.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Trudeau ducks right into an uppercut from Scaletta.
Trudeau uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Trudeau throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Trudeau at a distance.
Scaletta works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scaletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Scaletta lands a jab to Trudeau's midsection.
Trudeau takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scaletta cracks a nice hook into Trudeau's ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Trudeau uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trudeau throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Scaletta's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vito Scaletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Scaletta 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Moorman gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Moorman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scaletta circles away quickly and effectively.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Moorman crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Scaletta - the referee stops the clock and Moorman gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Scaletta. Moorman manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The crowd cheers as Scaletta lands an impressive looking overhand right. Moorman doesn't seem phased though.
Scaletta cracks a nice hook into Moorman's ribs.
Scaletta lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Moorman circles away quickly and effectively.
Scaletta tests Moorman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scaletta lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've been told by Scaletta's head coaches at Rabid Dog that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Isaiah Moorman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta feints and then cracks Moorman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Moorman down.
Scaletta scores with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moorman swinging wildly here.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Moorman misses with a double jab
and Scaletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Moorman takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Scaletta does it's job there.
Moorman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Moorman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #ROC#
Moorman is rocked!
Moorman takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#T1#
Moorman misses with a two punch combination.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Moorman crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Scaletta - the referee stops the clock and Moorman gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Scaletta. Moorman manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Scaletta lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Moorman is still on wobbly legs! Can Scaletta finish him?
Scaletta throws an overhand right that has Moorman reeling! Scaletta follows up with more punches and Moorman is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Vito Scaletta!
A victorious Vito Scaletta 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:
MMMA Yaj Vs Madness 3
Date: Jul 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Vettori throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Vettori is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vettori.
Scaletta attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Vettori tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A jab from Vettori does it's job there.
Vettori thows a body kick. Scaletta tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Vettori misses with a lunging right hand
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
A nice inside leg kick there by Scaletta. That's going to slow Vettori down.
Vettori scores with a spinning back kick!
Scaletta throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Vettori lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Vettori keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Vettori checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.#CL2#
Vettori moves into range and clinches up with Scaletta.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vettori is working Scaletta over against the cage.
Vettori landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Vettori unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Scaletta is breathing heavily.
Vettori lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Scaletta throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vettori creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vettori lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vettori with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Vettori lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Vettori swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Vettori fails to land.
Vettori is leaning against Scaletta and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scaletta has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Vettori tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vettori tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vettori lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vettori's elbow.
Vettori blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vettori lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Scaletta avoiding damage as Vettori throws knees to the body.
Vettori lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vettori missing with knees to the body.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Vettori. #T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Vettori.
Vettori is trying to pull guard but Scaletta has him pressed against the cage.
Vettori blocks an uppercut.
Vettori throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Vettori stalling.
Vettori lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Vettori 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.
Vettori controlling the action here for a moment.
Vettori cracks Scaletta with a nice body shot.
Scaletta tries a body shot but Vettori blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta. #BC#
Scaletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Scaletta misses with a combination
and Vettori cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vettori tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Scaletta paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
A jab from Vettori finds it's way through Scaletta's defenses.
Marvin Vettori seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vettori lands a head kick!
#T3#
Vettori throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scaletta on the side of the head.
Vettori throws a head kick that misses.
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
Scaletta tests Vettori's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Vettori clinches with his opponent.
A nice left hand lands by Vettori.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Vettori tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scaletta throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vettoris head.
Vettori swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vettori lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scaletta wants to get back to striking at distance but Vettori won't allow it.
Scaletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scaletta lands a body punch. #T4#
Vettori blocks a punch to the side of the 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!
Vettori tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a punch to the body.
A shot in the inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
Vettori fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Vito Scaletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marvin Vettori.
Vettori misses with the head strike.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Vettori.
Vettori misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scaletta makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Vettori swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Vettori's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vettori lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vettori wants to counter the offense by Scaletta and move into the clinch position.
Scaletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vettori at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marvin Vettori 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#
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scaletta throws a series of punches but Vettori avoids them all with ease.
Vettori has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vettori throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Scaletta's waist but Scaletta gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vettori off to one side.
Vettori looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
Vettori waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vettori.
#TD2#
Vettori scores with a takedown into Scaletta's guard.#SUB2#
Vettori is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Scaletta is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Scaletta has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Scaletta keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Vettori's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta passes Vettori's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Scaletta scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Vettori actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scaletta is just content to waste time from the top position. Vettori takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Vettori has his foot on Scaletta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Scaletta works his way back into a safe position though.
Scaletta lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Scaletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vettori swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vettori wants to stand and escape but Scaletta is having none of it.
Vettori working a defensive guard here.
Scaletta is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Scaletta preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Vettori isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Scaletta stacks Vettori on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Scaletta!
Vettori regains half guard.#T2#
Scaletta is trying to control. Vettori wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Vettori wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scaletta is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Vettori trying to hold on to Scaletta's head to control him but Scaletta postures up.
Scaletta takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Vettori is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ground and pound from Scaletta.
Vettori tries to roll over but Scaletta keeps him under control.
Scaletta drops an elbow to the side of Vettori's head. #T3#
Vettori is trying to get back to full guard.
Scaletta landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Vettori gets full guard.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Vettori keeps moving.
Scaletta won't allow Vettori to sweep him here.
Scaletta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vettori is keeping the position for now.
Scaletta chips away with some ground and pound.
Scaletta preventing the sweep.
Vito Scaletta overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Vettori is trying to control the position but Scaletta postures up. #SUB2#
Vettori throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Scaletta working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Vettori is trying to control the position but Scaletta postures up.
Scaletta trying to control but Vettori is working from the bottom.
Scaletta won't allow Vettori to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Vettori is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Scaletta chips away with some ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vettori is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Scaletta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Vettori won't allow Scaletta to sweep him here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scaletta controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Vettori tries to clinch but Scaletta moves out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Scaletta.
Scaletta has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Scaletta lands a jab to the nose.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Vettori moves out of range.
Vettori slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vettori throws a head kick but Scaletta moves out of range.
Marvin Vettori seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vettori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vettori connects with a leg kick. Scaletta looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Scaletta throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vettori stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Scaletta misses with a straight right.
We've been told by Scaletta's head coaches at Rabid Dog that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Scaletta throws a nice looking combination but Vettori bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Vettori.
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Vettori.
Vettori throws a sloppy head kick and Scaletta moves out of range easily.
Scaletta swings for the body but Vettori moves out of range.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Scaletta throws a hook but Vettori avoids it easily.
Vettori connects with a high kick.
Vettori goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Scaletta connects with a jab.
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vettori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vettori tries to counter with a clinch but Scaletta shakes him off and moves away.
Scaletta 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.#CL2#
Vettori clinches up with Scaletta and pushes him back against the cage.
Vettori blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vettori lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vettori tries to land knees in the clinch but Scaletta avoids the damage to the body.
Vettori tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scaletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Vettori controls his hands.
Vettori working aggressively here.
Scaletta lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Marvin Vettori seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta. #T2#
Vettori misses with a knee to the head.
Vettori misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vettori throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Scaletta blocks it with crossed arms.
Scaletta avoiding damage as Vettori throws knees to the body.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vettori has a couple of punches blocked by Scaletta.
A shot in the inside from Scaletta.
Vettori lands a left hand.
Vettori tries to land knees in the clinch but Scaletta avoids the damage to the body.
Scaletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vettori lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Vettori throws a knee to the head but misses.
Scaletta tries a body shot but Vettori blocks it.
Vettori blocks a body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Scaletta misses with a punch to the body.
Vettori is leaning against Scaletta and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vettori is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Scaletta is defending well for now.
Vettori tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Scaletta can't find room to land a body shot as Vettori controls the action.
Vettori throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Vettori.
Scaletta takes a shot to the head.
Vettori lands a hook that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Scaletta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vettori swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vettori throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta. #BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vettori cracks the inside of Scaletta's front leg.
Vettori throws a leg kick but Scaletta moved away.
As Vettori backs away, Scaletta returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Scaletta takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut. Vettori saw that one coming.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vettori throws out the jab.
Vettori swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4#
Vettori throws a leg kick but Scaletta moved away.
Scaletta throws a jab when Vettori was well out of range.
Vettori lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Scaletta connects with a body shot.
Vettori misses with a straight right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Vettori's belly button to the back.
Vettori walks into a left hand. #CL2#
Vettori pushes Scaletta up against the cage in a clinch.
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Vettori uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Decent striking displayed by Vettori there.
Scaletta throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scaletta works the jab nicely.
Scaletta tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vettori misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Scaletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vettori avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Marvin Vettori.
I think Vettori 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
AFA 7 - Sanada vs Trujillo
Date: Feb 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Chainz moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta scores with a leg kick.
Scaletta connects with a jab.
Chainz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chainz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
A jab from Scaletta finds it's way through Chainz's defenses.
Scaletta looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chainz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Both fighters circling a little - Chainz finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Chainz shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Scaletta eats them both and turns towards Chainz to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Scaletta looks winded!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chainz tries a head kick but it misses.
Scaletta steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Chainz lands a big head kick that sends Scaletta to the canvas! Chainz follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Two Chainz!
After winning the bout, Two Chainz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Vito Scaletta had this to say: 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
AFA 4
Date: Jan 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Panos throws a hook but Scaletta avoids it easily.
Scaletta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Panos.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut.
A lazy left from Panos finds it's target.
Scaletta scores with a nice right hand.
Panos misses with a looping left.
Panos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice defenses there by Panos.
Scaletta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Panos.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Panos.
Panos pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Panos slips a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta slips a straight right by Panos.
Scaletta connects with an inside leg kick.
Kasa Panos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Panos moves out of range.
Scaletta slips a jab from Panos.
Scaletta takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Panos misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scaletta definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Panos.
Panos scores with a shot to the body.
#T1#
Panos avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
The fighters circling - Panos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A chopping leg kick lands by Scaletta.
Scaletta swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Panos.
Panos checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Despite the aggression on Panos's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Panos throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scaletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Panos.
Scaletta tried to counter with a leg kick but Panos avoided it.
Nice defenses there by Scaletta.
Scaletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Panos throws out the jab.
Panos throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta lands with a nice body punch.
Panos misses with a straight right.
Scaletta thinks about countering with a body kick.
Panos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Panos connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Scaletta scrambles back to his feet.
Scaletta showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Panos.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Panos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
An inside leg kick lands from Scaletta.
Crunch! Scaletta slams his shin into Panos's torso.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Panos is just out of range.
Scaletta takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta throws a jab when Panos was well out of range.
Panos lands a glancing blow to the side of Scaletta's head.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Panos moves away.
Panos scores with a sloppy right hand. Scaletta should have avoided that one.
Panos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Panos scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Panos lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scaletta at a distance.
Panos ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panos.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Panos was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Panos tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panos was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Panos lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Scaletta at a distance.
#T3#
Panos lands with a slapping head kick.
Scaletta defending well as Panos loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta is looking to score with low kicks.
Panos loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
Scaletta gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Panos.
Panos scores with a jab. Scaletta acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Scaletta darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Panos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Panos uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Panos throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Scaletta takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
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!
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Panos just misses with a punch to the body.
Panos lands with a right hand. #T4#
Panos throws a series of punches but Scaletta moves out of range.
Panos misses with a looping left.
Panos throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Scaletta on the side of the head.
Panos throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Scaletta to counter with a crisp jab.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Panos moved out of range.
Panos fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Panos moves away.
Scaletta walks into a left hand.
Panos connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Panos listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jab, jab by Panos - just one landing.
An inside leg kick from Scaletta misses.
Panos throws a hook but Scaletta avoids it easily.
Scaletta throws a jab when Panos was well out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta slips a jab from Panos.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Panos blocks a leg kick.
Panos throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kasa Panos 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#
Panos pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
Scaletta takes one to the side of the head.
Scaletta gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Scaletta slips a jab from Panos.
A big right from Panos misses.
A left lands for Scaletta.
Panos thuds his right hand into Scaletta's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Panos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Panos misses with a looping right.
Panos uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Panos.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Panos.
Panos jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Panos changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Panos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Panos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Kasa Panos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick by Panos misses
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Panos throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Scaletta might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Panos misses with a right hand
and Scaletta counters with a nice low kick that buckles Panos's knee momentarily.
Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Panos.
Panos bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Panos changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Panos with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Scaletta to score with a decent uppercut.
Scaletta slips a straight right by Panos.
Panos misses with a hook. Scaletta ducked under it nicely.
Panos misses with an uppercut. Scaletta saw that one coming.
It looked like Scaletta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Panos.
Scaletta slips a jab and a cross from Panos.
Scaletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Panos comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scaletta sizes up Panos with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Panos paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Panos comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Panos throws a hook but Scaletta blocks it.
Scaletta lunges at Panos with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Panos's hand.
Scaletta scores with a hook.#T2#
A head kick misses from Panos.
Scaletta jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scaletta.#ROC#
Panos is rocked!
Panos takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Panos is still on wobbly legs! Can Scaletta finish him?
Scaletta ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Panos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panos was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
The crowd cheers as Panos lands an impressive looking overhand right. Scaletta doesn't seem phased though.
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
It's a brutal combination of punches from Scaletta! Panos is backing up but he can't get away as Scaletta lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Panos and ends the fight. Great knockout.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vito Scaletta!
A relieved looking Vito Scaletta 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:
AFA 1
Date: Nov 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As Scaletta backs away, Mancini returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mancini lands with a hook. Scaletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Scaletta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mancini. That did some damage!
We've been hearing reports that Mancini has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Mancini scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta tries to land a front kick but Mancini steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta swings for the body but Mancini moves out of range.
Mancini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Scaletta scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Scaletta swings for the body but Mancini moves out of range.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut
and Mancini counters with a good low kick that Scaletta was not able to check.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mancini fails with the takedown
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Mancini throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice cross by Scaletta.
Mancini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Scaletta lands with an overhand left.
Scaletta misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mancini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scaletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Mancini.
Mancini missing with a left hand there. Scaletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scaletta throws out a counter right but Mancini avoids it with no problem.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mancini manages to avoid it.
Mancini looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Mancini.
Mancini takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mancini avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Mancini lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Scaletta clobbers Mancini with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta clobbers Mancini with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mancini uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Scaletta has time to react.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Mancini throws a nice looking combination but Scaletta bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mancini misses with a looping left.
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut
and Mancini makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Scaletta misses with a lunging right hand
and Mancini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mancini wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mancini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mancini cracks the inside of Scaletta's front leg.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mancini. Scaletta shrugs it off though.
Mancini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mancini connects with a body shot.#T3#
Scaletta avoids the body shot from Mancini.
Scaletta throws a leg kick but Mancini moved away.
Mancini looks to land a body kick but Scaletta moved away.
Mancini checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scaletta swings for the body but Mancini moves out of range.
Mancini connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A swing and a miss from Scaletta.
Mancini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mancini.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mancini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scaletta avoids the body shot from Mancini.
Scaletta throws a leg kick that is checked
and Mancini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mancini lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scaletta.
Scaletta works Mancini's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Mancini moves into the clinch successfully.
#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mancini tries to work over Scaletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mancini throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scalettas head.
Mancini struggles to land a body shot inside as Scaletta controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mancini.
Scaletta can't find room to land a body shot as Mancini controls the action.
Mancini pressing his opponent against the cage.
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Mancini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mancini.
Scaletta throws a head punch that misses.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Mancini.
Mancini tries a body shot but Scaletta blocks it.
Scaletta lands a hook to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Ray Mancini has been cut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mancini prevents a body shot from Scaletta.
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 Ray Mancini will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ray Mancini's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Mancini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ray Mancini is winning the standup battle so far.
Scaletta looks to land a right hand but Mancini moved out of range.#TD#
Mancini shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Scaletta is trying to defend but Mancini finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Mancini is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scaletta can do to turn this around?
Scaletta is doing well to control the position and prevent Mancini from advancing to side control.
Scaletta is refusing to be controlled, as Mancini sits in half guard.
Scaletta wants to control but Mancini is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Mancini scores with a couple of nice shots.
Mancini controlling the pace.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Mancini is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Mancini scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
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. Mancini connects with a nice short shot to Scaletta's temple.
Scaletta 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.
Mancini is trying to control the action in half guard but Scaletta is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mancini trying to control from Scaletta's half guard. Scaletta has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2#
Scaletta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mancini doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mancini manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Scaletta has his foot on Mancini's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mancini works his way back into a safe position though.
Scaletta tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mancini is looking to work some ground and pound but Scaletta has wrist control.
Mancini is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Scaletta has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mancini has passed into side control.
Mancini scoring with punches and elbows. #T2#
Scaletta looking for a sweep but Mancini has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Mancini controlling the position easily from mount.
Mancini has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Scaletta's face.
Scaletta tries to lock up and control but Mancini gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Mancini working Scaletta over with strikes here.
Scaletta is desperately trying to improve his position but Mancini has a good base and remains in mount.
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!
Mancini unloading with bombs!#ROC#
Scaletta is rocked!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Mancini! Scaletta is hurt baaadly! Mancini is firing away with more strikes - Scaletta is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ray Mancini!
A relieved looking Ray Mancini thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Vito Scaletta stepped up to the mic, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
Aspire 80: Yew v Sklemin
Date: Oct 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws an overhand right that lands on Berhardt's shoulder, as Berhardt tries to avoid the shot.
Berhardt now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD2#
Scaletta tries to sprawl but Berhardt drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Scaletta is looking to improve his position.
Berhardt trying to control from half guard but Scaletta is working away.
Berhardt prevents Scaletta from improving his position.
Berhardt scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Berhardt is keen to just control but Scaletta is a slippery customer.
Berhardt slows the pace down in half guard.
Berhardt has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Berhardt prevents Scaletta from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta is pressing down on Berhardt's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Berhardt lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Berhardt postures up and lands a big shot to Scaletta's brow.
Berhardt throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Scaletta is trying to keep Berhardt in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berhardt is looking to advance position but Scaletta has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Berhardt slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Berhardt looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Berhardt moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've been hearing that Scaletta has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Berhardt working for a triangle but Scaletta defends it easily.
Scaletta looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Berhardt looking for a guillotine here but Scaletta defends easily.
#T2#
Scaletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berhardt swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Berhardt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scaletta is aware though and is defending well.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Berhardt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Berhardt is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Berhardt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Scaletta is fighting to break Berhardt's control of his arms but Berhardt is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T3##SUB2#
Berhardt is looking for a triangle but Scaletta pushes his legs off easily.
Scaletta works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Scaletta is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Scaletta wants to take a breather but Berhardt is having none of it.
Berhardt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Berhardt.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Berhardt holds on and takes a little breather.
Scaletta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Berhardt is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Berhardt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Scaletta passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Berhardt wants to control but Scaletta postures up.
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Berhardt keeps working.
Scaletta tries to move into full mount but can't pass Berhardt's legs.
Scaletta has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Berhardt!
Scaletta avoids the attempt from Berhardt to control.
Scaletta trying to control but Berhardt is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Berhardt tries to reverse the position but Scaletta maintains control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Winslow Berhardt will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Scaletta jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Berhardt misses with a hook
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but Berhardt ducks down to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Berhardt.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Berhardt misses with a looping right.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Berhardt is defended easily by Scaletta.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta misses with a two punch combination.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD2#
Berhardt looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Berhardt prevents Scaletta from improving his position.#T1#
Scaletta avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Berhardt.
Berhardt landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Berhardt 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.
Scaletta tries to roll over but Berhardt keeps him under control.
Scaletta is trying to maintain the position but Berhardt is very close to passing his half guard.
Berhardt looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Scaletta with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Berhardt wants to take a breather but Scaletta is having none of it.
Scaletta trying to hold on to Berhardt's head to control him but Berhardt postures up.
Berhardt working Scaletta over with strikes.
Berhardt lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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. Berhardt connects with a nice short shot to Scaletta's temple.
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Berhardt scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Scaletta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Berhardt is working away from the top position though.
Winslow Berhardt has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nice strikes from Berhardt there.
Berhardt wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy.
Scaletta is looking for a sweep. Berhardt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Berhardt wants to control but Scaletta is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Berhardt is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Scaletta defends it well.
Scaletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Scaletta trying to control but Berhardt postures up.
Berhardt lands strikes from half guard.
Berhardt wants to free his trapped foot but Scaletta is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Berhardt slips a nice elbow through Scaletta's hands, connecting with Scaletta's forehead.
Scaletta works his way to full guard. Good work.
Scaletta manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Berhardt manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Scaletta has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Scaletta trying to control but Berhardt is working from the bottom.
Scaletta stands and throws Berhardt's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Scaletta trying to control the action but Berhardt is working from the bottom.
Scaletta happy to just control the position for now. #T4#
Scaletta is looking to take a break and control but Berhardt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Scaletta tries to advance to mount but can't.
Berhardt is looking for a sweep.
Scaletta wants to control but Berhardt is keeping him busy.
Scaletta has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Berhardt tries to hold on but Scaletta pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Winslow Berhardt will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Berhardt throws a low kick, looking for Scaletta's leg but Scaletta calmly moves out of range.
Scaletta throwing a counter right hand but Berhardt manages to avoid it.
Berhardt defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Berhardt appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the head.
Scaletta has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Berhardt.
Scaletta cracks Berhardt with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT#
It looks like Winslow Berhardt has been cut.
Scaletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Berhardt tries to close the distance and clinch but Scaletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vito Scaletta is winning the standup battle so far.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Berhardt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berhardt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scaletta swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Berhardt wants to clinch.
Scaletta throwing a counter right hand but Berhardt manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Berhardt instigates a clinch. #T1##TD2#
Berhardt works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Scaletta tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Scaletta is trying to keep Berhardt in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Berhardt postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Scaletta has momentary wrist control but Berhardt slips an elbow through the middle.
Berhardt is in close to Scaletta's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Berhardt missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2##SUB2#
Berhardt 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.
Berhardt lands a couple of elbows.
Berhardt postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Scaletta is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Scaletta stands and throws Berhardt's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Scaletta tries to advance to mount but can't.
Scaletta trying to control the position but Berhardt is working away.
Berhardt is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Scaletta off and has taken his back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Berhardt lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Scaletta trying to control the action but Berhardt just sinks the hooks in.
Winslow Berhardt is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3##SUB2#
Berhardt is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Berhardt is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
A lull in the action here.
Can Scaletta hold on?! Berhardt is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Berhardt really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Scaletta.
Berhardt lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Scaletta hold on?!
Berhardt struggling to keep hold of the position.
Berhardt biding his time, looking for the opening.
Scaletta can't escape the position.
#T4#
Berhardt doesn't have the hooks in and Scaletta manages to turn into his guard.
Berhardt is adopting a defensive guard.
Berhardt keeping full guard, as Scaletta tries to pass.
Scaletta is stalling in the full guard.
Berhardt wants to sweep here but Scaletta controlling him for the moment.
Berhardt is trying to control the position but Scaletta postures up.
Scaletta stands and throws Berhardt's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Berhardt is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Scaletta off and has taken his back!
Vito Scaletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Berhardt controlling well, preventing Scaletta from escaping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Winslow Berhardt comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Berhardt 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Winslow Berhardt!
Winslow Berhardt gave a mention to Aspire Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Vito Scaletta spoke after the fight, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
Aspire 72: Denke v Hardy
Date: Sep 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Mancini is looking to clinch.
Mancini swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
Mancini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scaletta getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mancini staying out of range there.
Scaletta has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nice uppercut there from Mancini.#CL#
Mancini has Scaletta up against the cage in a clinch.
Scaletta misses with some punches.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've been hearing reports that Mancini has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Scaletta misses with the head strike.
Mancini misses with a punch on the inside.
Scaletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Mancini.
Scaletta misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Scaletta lands with a light punch inside.
Mancini wants a takedown.
Mancini blocking some punches.
Scaletta tries to work over Mancini's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mancini has a couple of punches blocked by Scaletta.
Mancini pushes Scaletta back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mancini.
Still in the clinch, Scaletta scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mancini has Scaletta pushed against the cage.
Mancini swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mancini misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mancini throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Mancini.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mancini.
A short right from Mancini on the inside.
Scaletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scaletta misses with some punches.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mancini slows down the pace here.
Scaletta tries to throw a body punch but Mancini avoids it by throwing Scaletta back against the cage.
Scaletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Mancini controls his hands.
Scaletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Mancini controls his hands.
Scaletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scaletta tries to throw a body punch but Mancini avoids it by throwing Scaletta back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Scaletta scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Ray Mancini has been cut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mancini.
Scaletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Mancini.
Mancini working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mancini softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scaletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mancini lands with a light punch inside.
Mancini is looking for a takedown.
Scaletta tries a body shot but Mancini blocks it.
Mancini lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T3#
Scaletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mancini's elbow.
Scaletta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mancini lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mancini tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scaletta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mancini misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mancini leaning his opponent against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mancini.
A short right from Scaletta.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mancini misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a right hand.
Come on Mancini - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with the head strike.
#T4#
A short right from Mancini on the inside.
Mancini tries to throw a body punch but Scaletta avoids it by throwing Mancini back against the cage.
Mancini pushes Scaletta back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta misses with the head strike.
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!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mancini.
Scaletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scaletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scaletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mancini effectively controlling the action here.
Mancini working aggressively here.
Scaletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mancini dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Mancini blocks a body shot from Scaletta.
Mancini lands with a light punch inside.
Scaletta wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mancini has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Mancini fails to land.
Mancini misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Mancini dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ray Mancini'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#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nice shot by Mancini.
Scaletta lands a jab to the head.
Mancini walks into a jab.
Mancini missing with a left hand there. Scaletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mancini scores with a decent looking hook.
Scaletta connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice body punch from Mancini.
Mancini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta throws a jab when Mancini was well out of range.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Mancini.
Mancini misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scaletta! But no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
Mancini throws a quick counter kick to the body but Scaletta avoids it.#T1#
Scaletta dips to his left and cracks Mancini with an uppercut!
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mancini ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Scaletta blocks a head kick by Mancini.
Mancini misses with an uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#
Mancini is rocked!
Mancini staying out of range there.
As Scaletta backs away, Mancini returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Oh Mancini is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mancini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a counter combo.
Mancini seems to have got his legs back now.
Mancini scores with the left hand. Scaletta knows he should have avoided that one.
Mancini looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scaletta lands with a good body shot.
Mancini rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mancini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scaletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Mancini.
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but Mancini slips the punch.#T2#
Scaletta fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mancini on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scaletta swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A quick step to the side and Mancini tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mancini misses with a takedown attempt
and Scaletta counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mancini thinking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Mancini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mancini drops down looking for a counter takedown but Scaletta sprawls and moves away.
Scaletta with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mancini wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mancini dodges the punch combination from Scaletta.
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mancini fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T3#
Mancini fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL#
Scaletta tries to keep at a distance but Mancini has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mancini controlling the action here for a moment.
Mancini drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mancini working aggressively here.
Mancini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mancini throws a punch but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Mancini's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scaletta. #BC2#
Scaletta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Mancini takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Mancini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a low kick.
Mancini looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Scaletta lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A low kick from Scaletta misses
and Mancini counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mancini lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Scaletta connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mancini momentarily.
Mancini throws the left hand but Scaletta avoids the punch easily.
Mancini takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scaletta throws a poor cross that misses
and Mancini counters with a good, hard body kick but Scaletta shrugs it off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ray Mancini's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Mancini throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mancini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Mancini.
Mancini tried to counter with a leg kick but Scaletta avoided it.
Mancini misses with a looping left.
Mancini tries a head kick but it misses.
Mancini misses with an attempted mid kick.
Scaletta misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta swings for the body but Mancini moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Mancini.
Mancini shoots for a takedown but Scaletta saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scaletta.#T1#
Mancini throws a sloppy body shot
and Scaletta counters with an inside leg kick.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mancini drops down looking for a counter takedown but Scaletta sprawls and moves away.
Mancini closes this distance looking for a takedown but Scaletta circles away.
Mancini misses with a takedown
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ray Mancini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mancini misses with a double jab
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mancini throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scaletta throws a good cross that connects.
#T2#
Scaletta misses with a hook
and Mancini counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mancini connects with the punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mancini.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mancini throws a poor cross that misses
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Mancini counters with a nice body shot.
A punch combination from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta tries to score with a low kick but Mancini moves his leg out of the way.
Mancini fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Mancini has his takedown stuffed
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Mancini misses with a looping right.
Mancini misses with a wild body shot.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but Mancini ducks down to avoid it.
Mancini is looking to clinch.
Mancini throws a predictable looking body shot
and Scaletta counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Scaletta throws a lazy right hand but Mancini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scaletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Scaletta misses.
Scaletta drops his hands momentarily and Mancini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scaletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
A big right from Scaletta misses.
Mancini is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Scaletta.
Mancini swings for the body but Scaletta moves out of range.
Mancini lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Mancini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mancini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Mancini with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Mancini avoids the punch easily.
Mancini throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Scaletta counters with an outside leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mancini.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Mancini avoids the punch easily.
Mancini throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vito Scaletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Scaletta 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 29:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Vito Scaletta!
A very excited looking Vito Scaletta 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:
Aspire 62: Gracie vs Warror
Date: Jul 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Tetch moves away and avoids it.
Scaletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tetch was well out of range. Poor timing from Scaletta.
Tetch tries to work over Scaletta's front leg with a kick but Scaletta checks it.
Scaletta bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tetch's head.
Tetch misses with a low kick as Scaletta jumps back.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tetch moves away.
Scaletta backing away here, and Tetch unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Scaletta tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tetch throws a poor cross that misses
and Scaletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Scaletta definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the head.
Tetch blocks a jab.
Scaletta misses with a hook
and Tetch counters with a straight right hand.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Tetch avoids the punch easily.
Tetch throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Scaletta counters with a stiff right hand.
Tetch throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Scaletta misses with a lunging right hand
and Tetch counters with a nice body kick.
#T1#
Tetch lunges at Scaletta with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scaletta's hand.
A jab from Tetch does it's job there.
An inside leg kick lands from Tetch.
Tetch misses with a hook.
A slow jab from Scaletta misses its intended target.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
Vito Scaletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tetch slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Tetch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta walks into a stiff left hand from Tetch.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Tetch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Scaletta takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Tetch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scaletta checks a leg kick. #T2#
Tetch misses with a hook
and Scaletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta misses with an uppercut
and Tetch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tetch cracks Scaletta with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tetch looks to land a body kick but Scaletta moved away.
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Tetch.
Scaletta throws an off balance right hand
and Tetch counters with a thumping low kick.
A jab lands there for Scaletta.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Tetch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tetch lands a leg kick that knocks Scaletta off balance momentarily.
Scaletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Scaletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tetch feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Scaletta's calf.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.
A lazy left from Tetch finds it's target.
Scaletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tetch at a distance.
#T3#
A good leg kick by Tetch.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tetch counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tetch slips under a jab.
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
Tetch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tetch misses with an uppercut.
Tetch lands a right hook to the body.
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Tetch counters with a nice leg kick.
Tetch punishes Scaletta's body with a nice straight punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Tetch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Scaletta avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T4#
Scaletta slips under a jab.
Scaletta tries to clinch
and Tetch counters with a stiff right hand.
Scaletta shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tetch connects with a solid leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta swings widly with a right hand
and Tetch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tetch moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tetch throws a good cross that connects.
Scaletta doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scaletta moves out of range as Tetch throws a body kick.
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tetch has time to react.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta wants to clinch up but Tetch keeps it at a distance.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but Tetch ducks down to avoid it.
A nice side step and Tetch releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tetch cracks Scaletta with a good jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jervis Tetch dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Scaletta drives through and clinches with Tetch against the cage.
Scaletta lands a right hand.
Tetch misses with a knee strike.
Scaletta lands an uppercut.
Tetch misses with a punch on the inside.
Tetch lands a good knee to the midsection. Scaletta won't want to take too many of those.
Tetch misses with a knee strike.
Scaletta scores with a shot to the side of Tetch's head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Scaletta.
Tetch blocking some punches.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Scaletta manages to break the clinch.
Scaletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Tetch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Scaletta throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Tetch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tetch looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range. #T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Tetch.
Scaletta misses with a lunging right hand
and Tetch counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tetch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice cross by Tetch.
Scaletta misses with a leg kick.
Jervis Tetch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tetch takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tetch circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tetch counters with a solid body kick.
Scaletta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Scaletta takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tetch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.#CL#
Scaletta closes the distance and pushes Tetch back into the cage.
Tetch digs a right hand underneath Scaletta's ribcage. Scaletta let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scaletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tetch's elbow. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tetch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Tetch.
A head punch on the inside from Scaletta fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scaletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Tetch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tetch throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta moves out of range as Tetch throws a body kick.
Tetch misses with a looping left.
Tetch changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta connects with a single shot there.
Tetch looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Scaletta walks into a jab.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tetch throws a lazy uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Tetch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Scaletta connects with a body shot that sends Tetch's belly button to the back.
Scaletta scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#ROC#
Tetch is rocked!
Scaletta cracks Tetch with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Tetch falls to his knees and Scaletta doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
A very excited looking Vito Scaletta 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:
Revolution XC 9
Date: Nov 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Luiz's head but Luiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Scaletta has taken the fight to the clinch.
Scaletta lands with a short shot to the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Luiz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scaletta tries to work over Luiz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta. #BC2#
Scaletta manages to break the clinch.
Scaletta lands the left hand.#CUT2#
It looks like Fernando Luiz has been cut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Scaletta.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Scaletta lands with a thumping leg kick.
Scaletta tests Luiz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Luiz loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
It seemed like Scaletta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Luiz misses the body punch
and Scaletta counters with a nice uppercut.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Luiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta 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.
Scaletta walks into a stiff left hand from Luiz.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Luiz is just out of range.
A big left from Scaletta misses. #CL2#
Scaletta closes the distance and clinches.
Luiz 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.
Scaletta lands with a light punch inside.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Luiz blocking some punches.
Luiz just leaning against Scaletta, taking a breather.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Luiz.
Luiz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2##BC#
Luiz breaks the clinch.
Luiz throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
A punch combination from Luiz misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta lands a really nice looking cross but Luiz seems unphased.
Luiz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
A counter left hand to the body from Luiz misses its target.
A shot to the body from Luiz misses
and Luiz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scaletta throws a looping overhand right but Luiz ducks down to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Luiz's head but Luiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scaletta slips under a jab from Luiz.
It seemed like Scaletta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Luiz throws a hook to the side of Scaletta's head but Scaletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scaletta walks into a left hand.
Nice cross by Scaletta.
Luiz throws a body punch but Scaletta moves out of range. #T3#
Scaletta misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Scaletta closes the distance and clinches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Luiz wants to stall.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Luiz.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Luiz.
Luiz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Luiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4##BC2#
Scaletta breaks the clinch.
Scaletta fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Luiz is out of range.
A punch combination from Scaletta misses.
Luiz throwing a counter right hand but Scaletta manages to avoid it.
Scaletta misses with a hook
and Luiz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Luiz throws a sloppy body shot
and Scaletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Scaletta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Luiz avoids the punch easily.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Luiz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#ROC2#
Luiz is rocked!
Scaletta scores with a punch to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Fernando Luiz'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#
A looping hook to the body misses from Luiz. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oh Luiz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scaletta knocks out Luiz with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Scaletta before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Scaletta picks up the big W with a huge KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta 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:
RXC 5 King of Smack!
Date: Aug 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Kandle doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Scaletta lands a head shot.
We've been informed that Scaletta has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Kandle ducks under a wild hook from Scaletta.
Kandle tries to close the distance and clinch up but Scaletta swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Kandle's front leg but catches the back leg as Kandle tries to avoid it.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Kandle is just out of range.
Kandle wants to clinch
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Kandle on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kandle wants to clinch.
Kandle is looking to clinch but Scaletta is avoiding it.
#T1#
Kandle takes one to the chin there.
Scaletta works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kandle drops his hands momentarily and Scaletta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kandle has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kandle there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kandle misses the shot to the body.
Kandle misses with a looping right.
Kandle takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Kandle is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scaletta moves out of range as Kandle strikes.
Scaletta darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2#
Kandle takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kandle lands a nice shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kandle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kandle takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kandle thows a leg kick but Scaletta checks it
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scaletta paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kandle throws a series of punches but Scaletta moves out of range.
No joy there for Kandle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Scaletta looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Scaletta jabs Kandle right on the nose. Kandle blinks but takes it well.
Scaletta lands with an overhand left.#ROC2#
Kandle is rocked!#T3#
Scaletta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kandle has time to react.
Kandle tries to clinch there but Scaletta circles away.
#KD2#
Scaletta feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kandle sprawling to the canvas! Kandle rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Scaletta finish him?!
Oh Kandle is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A solid leg kick lands there for Scaletta.
Kandle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Scaletta circles away quickly and effectively.
Scaletta now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kandle seems to have got his legs back now.
Kandle swinging wildly here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scaletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Scaletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Scaletta is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kandle had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#CL#
Kandle drives through and clinches with Scaletta against the cage.
Scaletta pushes Kandle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Scaletta lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Scaletta.
A right handed body shot lands from Scaletta.
Nice body punch from Scaletta - that landed with a thud.
Kandle is breathing heavily.
Scaletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kandle backwards.
Scaletta lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scaletta throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kandles head.
Scaletta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scaletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kandle backwards.
Good body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a nice uppercut.
Scaletta lands with a light punch inside.
Scaletta is leaning against Kandle and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scaletta.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kandle backwards.
Scaletta creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Kandle with a big uppercut! Kandle tries to clinch up but Scaletta pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Kandle to the mat! Kandle covers up and Scaletta unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vito Scaletta!
After winning the bout, Vito Scaletta thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Blue Kandle spoke after the fight, saying 'i will come back stronger!'.
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Event:
Revolution XC 2
Date: Jul 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Foo avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Foo lands a jab to the nose.
Foo looks to throw the jab but Scaletta is out of range.
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Foo.
Foo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Foo loads up on a big right hand but Scaletta slips the punch.
Foo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Foo scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Scaletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Foo is just out of range.
Scaletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Scaletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta slips a straight right by Foo.
Foo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Foo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
Scaletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Foo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab from Scaletta misses.
Foo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Foo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Foo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Scaletta counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Scaletta throws a leg kick which misses Foo's front leg but catches the back leg as Foo tries to avoid it.
Foo misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Foo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scaletta showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Foo.
Foo tests Scaletta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Foo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Scaletta counters with a stiff right hand.
The fighters circling - Scaletta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Foo manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Foo. Scaletta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Foo swinging wildly here.
Foo throws a right and a left that Scaletta avoids nicely.
Foo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Scaletta scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Scaletta.
Foo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Scaletta moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Scaletta appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Foo throws a lazy uppercut
and Scaletta counters with a straight right hand.
Count Foo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Foo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Foo throws a body shot but no joy.
Foo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Foo takes one to the chin there.
Foo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Foo slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Scaletta lands with a cross.
Scaletta takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Foo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Foo misses with a two punch combination.
Scaletta wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Foo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Scaletta throws out a loose jab but Foo uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Scaletta chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Scaletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta misses with a body shot.
Foo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scaletta lands with a nice body punch.
Scaletta throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Scaletta digs a good body shot into Foo's ribs.
Foo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice cross by Scaletta.
Foo fails to land with a series of punches.
Scaletta throws out a powerful jab.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Foo slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Foo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Scaletta lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scaletta's jab looks to have found its range, popping Foo under the eye.
Scaletta defending well as Foo loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
A slow jab from Scaletta misses its intended target. #T4#
A combination from Foo does no damage.
Scaletta dodges the punch combination from Foo.
Scaletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Foo throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta scores with a crisp jab that stopped Foo in his tracks.
Scaletta misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Scaletta throws a hook but Foo blocks it.
Foo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Scaletta misses with a straight left.
Foo throws a series of punches but Scaletta moves out of range.
Foo throws a lazy right hand but Scaletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Foo scores with a three punch combo!
Foo lands with a shot to the body.
Scaletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
Scaletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
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 Vito Scaletta will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Scaletta throws a lazy right hand but Foo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scaletta slips a jab and a cross from Foo.
Foo throws a jab but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Foo.
Foo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Count Foo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Foo manages to avoid it.
Foo misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Scaletta misses the target.
Nice shot lands for Scaletta.
Foo misses the shot to the body.
Foo looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Foo missing with a left hand there. Scaletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Foo takes one to the chin there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta misses with a looping left.
Scaletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Good standup being displayed there by Scaletta as he 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!
Foo misses with a wild combination.
Scaletta motions for Foo to come forward. Scaletta throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Foo unleashes a big counter combination but Scaletta bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
Scaletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Scaletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Foo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Scaletta lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Foo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Foo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Foo! But no joy.
Decent striking displayed by Scaletta there.
Foo throws a sloppy body shot
letting Scaletta counter with a right hand.
It looks like Scaletta has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Foo walks into a left hand.
Foo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scaletta.
Scaletta slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Foo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Scaletta has got the better of the exchanges.
Scaletta thuds his right hand into Foo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Foo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scaletta.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Foo moves away.
A jab lands there for Foo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Foo lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Scaletta backs up against the cage.
Foo misses with a few strikes there.
Scaletta throws a leg kick that misses.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Foo!
#T2#
Foo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Scaletta fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Foo lands a two punch combo.
#ROC2#
Scaletta is rocked!
Foo is breathing heavily.
Scaletta throws the left hand but Foo avoids the punch easily.
Scaletta lands with an overhand left.
Foo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Scaletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scaletta slips under a jab.
Foo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Scaletta.
Foo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It seemed like Foo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Foo takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Foo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Scaletta defending well as Foo loads up on a big left hand.
Scaletta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scaletta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Scaletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vito Scaletta is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Foo moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Foos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Foo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Foo tries to bum rush Scaletta with a series of wild strikes but Scaletta uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Foo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice shot lands for Scaletta.
Foo takes a swing at Scaletta's ribcage but misses.
Scaletta lands a jab to Foo's midsection.
Scaletta scores with a nice right hand.
Foo fails to land with a series of punches.
Scaletta scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Foo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice uppercut lands for Scaletta. That snapped Foo's head back.
Foo slips under a jab from Scaletta.
Foo staying out of range there.#T4#
Foo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scaletta moves away.
Scaletta throws a low kick, looking for Foo's leg but Foo calmly moves out of range.
Foo throws a left and a right that both miss
and Scaletta counters with a left to the body.
Scaletta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Scaletta misses the target.
Foo throws a right hand that Scaletta ducks under and follows up with a left that Scaletta also avoids with ease.
A punch combination from Foo misses.
Nice shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Foo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Foo slips a jab from Scaletta.
Scaletta works the jab nicely.
Scaletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Foo can do to turn this around?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Foo throws a nice looking combination but Scaletta bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scaletta lands with a straight right. Foo didn't see that one coming.
Foo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scaletta moves away from the strike by Foo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vito Scaletta dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Scaletta. That's going to slow Foo down.
Foo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Scaletta misses with a left hand
enabling Foo to counter with a crisp jab.
A left lands for Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a shot to the body.
Foo misses with a combination
and Scaletta counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Foo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Foo moves away.
Foo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Foo misses with the combination.
Foo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scaletta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Foo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta ducks under a wild hook from Foo.
Scaletta lands a jab.
Foo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Scaletta.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Foo, as that shot connected.
Foo blocks a leg kick.
Foo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Foo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scaletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Foo.
Foo throws a series of punches but Scaletta avoids them all with ease.
Scaletta lunges at Foo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Foo's hand.
Foo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scaletta.
Foo misses with a hook. Scaletta ducked under it nicely.
Scaletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice shot by Scaletta.
Scaletta stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Scaletta finds it's way through Foo's defenses.
Scaletta scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Foo scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T2#
Foo misses with a series of wild punches.
Foo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Scaletta is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Foo's head but Foo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Foo avoids the body shot from Scaletta.
Foo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Scaletta can pounce on him.
Donk. Scaletta catches Foo right on the button with a cross.
Foo throws a right hand that Scaletta ducks under and follows up with a left that Scaletta also avoids with ease.
Foo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
Scaletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Foo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Foo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scaletta moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Foo slips under a jab.
Scaletta swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Foo.
Scaletta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Foo. That did some damage!#T3#
Foo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Foo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Donk. Scaletta catches Foo right on the button with a cross.
Foo throws out a loose jab but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Scaletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Foo misses with a few strikes there.
Foo connects with a jab.
Foo moves out of range of the strikes.
Foo slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Foo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Scaletta shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Scaletta scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Foo misses with a looping left.
A slapping leg kick lands for Scaletta.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta blocks a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Foo looks to land a left hand but Scaletta moved out of range nicely.
Foo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scaletta. #T4#
A punch combination from Foo misses.
Foo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Scaletta connects with a crisp jab.
Foo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Foo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Scaletta tries a low kick but Foo avoids it.
Scaletta lands an overhand right.
Foo slips under a jab.
Foo throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Foo drops his hands momentarily and Scaletta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scaletta cracks a nice hook into Foo's ribs.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Foo ducked under it nicely.
Scaletta misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body. Foo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Foo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Count Foo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A shot to the liver by Scaletta. Beautiful body shot.
Scaletta throws a big shot that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vito Scaletta showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scaletta 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vito Scaletta!
An out of breath Vito Scaletta 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2016 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Wiggum does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wiggum 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.#CL2#
Wiggum clinches up with Scaletta and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wiggum.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Wiggum lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Wiggum misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wiggum.
Scaletta avoiding damage.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body.
Scaletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Wiggum.
Wiggum misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Scaletta lands a body punch.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
Wiggum swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wiggum lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Wiggum fails to land.
Wiggum lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Scaletta misses with some punches.
Scaletta is struggling to control the position.
Scaletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Scaletta's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scaletta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wiggum has a couple of punches blocked by Scaletta.
Wiggum blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scaletta trying to stall but Wiggum improves his position.
Wiggum is leaning against Scaletta and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
Scaletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Wiggum.
Scaletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wiggum misses with a punch on the inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Scaletta misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Wiggum swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Wiggum fails to land.
Scaletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Scaletta takes a shot to the head.
Wiggum misses with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta is looking to control Wiggum's arms but Wiggum gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scaletta has his back to the cage.
Wiggum lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Wiggum lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wiggum lands with a light punch inside.
Scaletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Wiggum.
Scaletta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scaletta lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wiggum backwards.
Wiggum pushes Scaletta back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Scaletta fails to land.
Scaletta lands with a left to the head.
Scaletta definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Wiggum lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards. #T3#
Wiggum working aggressively here.
Wiggum misses with a punch on the inside.
Wiggum stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scaletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wiggum misses with the head strike.
Scaletta blocks a body shot from Wiggum.
Scaletta misses with the head strike.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wiggum misses with a punch on the inside.
Wiggum lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wiggum makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Wiggum as Scaletta tries to tie him up.
Wiggum struggles to land a body shot inside as Scaletta controls his hands.
Scaletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wiggum misses with a punch on the inside.
Wiggum lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wiggum misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scaletta misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Scaletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Wiggum uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wiggum blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wiggum.
Scaletta lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scaletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Scaletta is looking to control Wiggum's arms but Wiggum gets an underhook and turns him. Now Scaletta has his back to the cage.
Wiggum scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch on the inside from Scaletta fails to land.
Wiggum lands a body shot in the clinch.
Scaletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scaletta is trying to maintain a safe position but Wiggum gets an underhook and turns Scaletta into the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wiggum.
Wiggum lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Good body shot from Wiggum.
Scaletta is breathing heavily.
Wiggum blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wiggum lands a nice shot to the body.
Wiggum lands a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ralph Wiggum dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Scaletta avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL2#
Wiggum moves into the clinch.
Wiggum swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wiggum lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wiggum has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wiggum lands a nice shot to the body.
Scaletta looking to slow down the pace here.
Wiggum throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scalettas head.
Scaletta blocks an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wiggum.
Wiggum lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scaletta backwards.
Scaletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiggum lands a nice uppercut.
Scaletta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scaletta misses with some punches.
Wiggum swings wildly with an uppercut but Scaletta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wiggum pushes Scaletta back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wiggum misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wiggum.
Wiggum prevents a body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Scaletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Wiggum uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scaletta takes a shot to the head.
Wiggum lands a shot to the body.
Wiggum blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wiggum lands with a right to the head.
Wiggum blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Wiggum.
Wiggum presses Scaletta against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Scaletta blocking some punches.
Scaletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wiggum lands with a light punch inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wiggum creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD2#
Wiggum drops Scaletta onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Scaletta is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#
Scaletta is rocked!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wiggum working aggressively here.
Oh Scaletta is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wiggum misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Wiggum.
Scaletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Wiggum working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wiggum softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wiggum unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Scaletta! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Wiggum is unloading with more strikes now! Scaletta drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ralph Wiggum!
A very excited looking Ralph Wiggum 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.
In defeat, Vito Scaletta stepped up to the mic, saying 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.
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Event:
Warlords
Date: May 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Scaletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Frade.
Scaletta misses with a hook. Frade ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Frade was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Frade is looking to clinch.
Frade throws a body kick, spinning off balance#CL2#
and Scaletta moves into the clinch.
Scaletta softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Scaletta scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Frade drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Scaletta gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Frade being controlled against the cage.
Scaletta lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice body punch from Scaletta.
Frade is looking to break free of the clinch but Scaletta has double underhooks.
Scaletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Frade backwards.
A short left from Scaletta.
Frade tries to pull guard but Scaletta forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
Scaletta lands a nice uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Scaletta.
Frade tries to circle away but Scaletta has him pinned against the cage.
Frade wants to take the fight to the mat but Scaletta manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno Frade. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scaletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Frade backwards.
Scaletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scaletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scaletta keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Frade's efforts to push away.
Scaletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Scaletta.
Good body shot from Scaletta.
Scaletta scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC2#
Frade is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta works on Frade's body with a couple of short punches.
The referee calls for Scaletta to work.
#T2#
Scaletta lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scaletta manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scaletta.
Scaletta stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Scaletta scores with a shot to the side of Frade's head.
Scaletta scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Scaletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Oh Frade is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scaletta pushes Frade back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Frade is looking for a takedown.
Frade really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Scaletta.
Frade seems to have got his legs back now.
A right hand to the body from Scaletta.
Frade is breathing heavily.
Scaletta lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Scaletta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Scaletta digs a right hand into Frade's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Frade's gas tank.
Scaletta lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Scaletta.
Scaletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Frade tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Frade looking to throw knees to the head but Scaletta is blocking nicely.
Scaletta scores with a shoulder strike.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body.
Scaletta works on Frade's body with a couple of short punches.
Scaletta lands a nice uppercut.
Scaletta lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've been informed that Scaletta has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
A shot in the inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a body shot.
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!
A hook to the body from Scaletta.
Scaletta lands a right hand.
Scaletta lands an uppercut.
Frade goes for a takedown in the clinch but Scaletta prevents it.
#T4#
Scaletta lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Scaletta on the inside.
Scaletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short uppercut from Scaletta.
Frade tries to pull guard but Scaletta forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Scaletta.
Scaletta creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Frade's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Frade drops to his knees and Scaletta pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
After winning the bout, Vito Scaletta 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:
Cutthroat Island
Date: Apr 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Scaletta scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dorisse tries to clinch there but Scaletta circles away.
A quick step to the side and Scaletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dorisse is defended easily by Scaletta.
Scaletta is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dorisse tries a head kick but it misses.
A quick step to the side and Scaletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scaletta tests Dorisse's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dorisse drops his hands momentarily and Scaletta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scaletta ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dorisse looks winded!
Dorisse misses with a double jab
and Dorisse takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta scores with a sloppy right hand. Dorisse should have avoided that one.
Dorisse misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scaletta scores with a jab to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dorisse takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#KD#
Scaletta cracks Dorisse with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Dorisse looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Scaletta finish him?
#ROC#
Dorisse is rocked!#T1#
Scaletta circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Dorisse tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Scaletta wins by KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Clearance sale logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
ISLAND FIGHTS 2
Date: Mar 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Sammartino shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Scaletta counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Scaletta lands with a left to the head.
Scaletta lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sammartino.
Scaletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Sammartino looks winded!
Scaletta lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sammartino or not.
Scaletta lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scaletta definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sammartino wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scaletta lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A hook to the body from Scaletta.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scaletta. #CUT#
It looks like Ronnie Sammartino has been cut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scaletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scaletta lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A right handed body shot lands from Scaletta.
Scaletta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Scaletta scores with a nice short uppercut.#ROC#
Sammartino is rocked!
Scaletta unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Sammartino! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Scaletta is unloading with more strikes now! Sammartino drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta 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:
IFC Challengers
Date: Mar 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Shvetsov lands with a straight right. Scaletta didn't see that one coming.
Shvetsov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scaletta under the eye.
Shvetsov scores with a nice strike.
Shvetsov scores with a jab. Scaletta acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Scaletta with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Shvetsov to score with a decent uppercut.
Scaletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scaletta there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scaletta loads up on a big right hand but Shvetsov slips the punch.#CL#
Scaletta moves into the clinch successfully.
Shvetsov is trying to break the clinch but Scaletta has him pressed against the cage.
Scaletta keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Shvetsov's efforts to push away.
Shvetsov blocking some punches.
Scaletta pushes Shvetsov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scaletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shvetsov working hard to break the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Scaletta as the two fighters clinch.
Scaletta digs a right hand into Shvetsov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shvetsov's gas tank. #T1#
Shvetsov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Shvetsov can't break the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scaletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Scaletta prevents Shvetsov from breaking the clinch.
Scaletta lands a body shot in the clinch.
Shvetsov blocking some punches.
Scaletta has a couple of punches blocked by Shvetsov.
Shvetsov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Scaletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scaletta.
Shvetsov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scaletta misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shvetsov wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short uppercut from Scaletta. #T2#
Shvetsov is trying to break free.
Shvetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scaletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Shvetsov is trying to break free.
Scaletta lands a body shot.
Scaletta keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Shvetsov's efforts to push away.
Shvetsov is looking to break free of the clinch but Scaletta has double underhooks.
Scaletta throws a head punch that misses.
Scaletta has Shvetsov pressed against the cage, preventing Shvetsov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Shvetsov is looking to break free of the clinch but Scaletta has double underhooks.
Scaletta makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Shvetsov has had enough of the clinch but Scaletta keeps him there for the moment.#T3#
Shvetsov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Scaletta lands with a short shot to the head.
Scaletta working aggressively here.
Scaletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#
Shvetsov is rocked!
Shvetsov tries to break free but Scaletta pushes him back against the cage.
Shvetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Scaletta finish him?
Scaletta lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scaletta creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Shvetsov's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Shvetsov drops to his knees and Scaletta pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Vito Scaletta made sure he mentioned Hellraiser Fightgear, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 03, 2016 |
#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Scaletta darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Smith throws a head kick that misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smith.
Scaletta is looking to counter punch.
Scaletta works Smith's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Scaletta rushes Smith and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Smith tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scaletta prevents the takedown attempt.
Scaletta blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Scaletta will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Smith up against the cage.
Smith is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Scaletta is defending well.
Vito Scaletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Smith.
Smith takes a shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta scores with a shoulder strike.
Scaletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smith throws a head punch that misses.
Smith has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Scaletta avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Scaletta lands with a short punch from the clinch.
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!
Stalling in the clinch from Scaletta.
#T1#
Scaletta lands a left hand.
#ROC#
Smith is rocked!
Scaletta throws a big uppercut that drops Smith! More strikes from Scaletta and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Smith lies dazed against the cage as Scaletta celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vito Scaletta!
Vito Scaletta gave a mention to Sully's Bar & Grill in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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