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Event:
DFC 62: Lobtov Vs McDonnell
Date: Jul 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Ohri fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ohri shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Smiff as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Ohri gets a takedown into half guard.
Ohri throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ohri thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Smiff's head.
Smiff trying to control but Ohri postures up.
Smiff is pressing down on Ohri's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff looking to control.
Ohri throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Smiff trying to keep a closed guard but Ohri is proving a slippery customer.
Ohri preventing the sweep. #T1#
Smiff lands with a heel strike from the guard.
Smiff is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Smiff looking to control.
Ohri wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ohri avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've been hearing that Ohri has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ohri wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving.
Ohri postures up in Smiff's guard and throws a big left but Smiff blocks it.
Ohri stopping the sweep attempt from Smiff.#T2#
Smiff striking off his back, scoring a few points.
Smiff avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ohri postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ohri with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Smiff is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ohri has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Smiff manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ohri manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Ohri can't keep his opponent in guard - Smiff advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Ohri is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Smiff's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Smiff's back!#T3##SUB#
Ohri looking for the choke but no joy.
Smiff tries to escape but Ohri has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Smiff defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
I really don't envy Smiff right now.
Smiff looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Ohri working for a choke but Smiff is defending well. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ohri scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Smiff is looking for a way out.
Ohri doesn't have the hooks in and Smiff manages to turn into his guard.
Smiff wants to control from the top but Ohri keeps moving.
Smiff is fighting to break Ohri's control of his arms but Ohri is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smiff passes Ohri's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Raja Ohri will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Ohri shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ohri showed some decent athleticism there.
Ohri drops an elbow to the side of Smiff's head.
Ohri not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Smiff actively working from the bottom here.
Smiff regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Smiff has his foot on Ohri's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ohri works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ohri stands up over Smiff, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ohri distracts Smiff with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Smiff trying to keep a closed guard but Ohri is proving a slippery customer.
Smiff bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ohri's guard. #REVB##T1#
Ohri trying to keep a closed guard but Smiff is proving a slippery customer.
Ohri keeping moving, preventing Smiff from controlling successfully.
Ohri knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Smiff on the ground.
Smiff wants to pass the guard but Ohri is keeping the position.
Ohri looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smiff is one step ahead there.
Smiff trying to control but Ohri is working from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smiff might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ohri haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Smiff 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.
Smiff wants to control from the top but Ohri keeps moving. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Ohri shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Smiff pushes a forearm under Ohri's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Ohri is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Stratovarius Smiff!
After winning the bout, Stratovarius Smiff thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Raja Ohri stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll comeback and get a win next time!'.
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Event:
DFC 55: McDonnell Vs Phol
Date: Jun 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Johnson punishes Smiff's body with a nice straight punch.
A punch combination from Johnson misses.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Johnson. Smiff shrugs it off though.
Johnson stuffs the takedown.
Smiff takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.#CL#
Smiff gets tackled into the cage by Johnson. Johnson maintains the clinch.
Johnson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Johnson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Smiff leaning his opponent against the cage.
Smiff leaning against his opponent.
The crowd are getting on Smiff's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson lands with a light punch inside.
Smiff's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short body shot lands from Johnson as the two fighters clinch.
Johnson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Smiff's efforts to push away.#T1#
Johnson digs a right hand underneath Smiff's ribcage. Smiff let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Johnson lands a left hand.
A short uppercut from Johnson.
Johnson cracks Smiff with a nice body shot.
Johnson lands a right hand.
Johnson digs a right hand underneath Smiff's ribcage. Smiff let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Johnson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smiff backwards.
Johnson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smiff.
Johnson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Smiff is trying to break the clinch but Johnson is controlling him.#T2#
Johnson lands a shoulder strike. #ROC#
Smiff is rocked!
A body shot lands from Johnson.
Smiff is still on wobbly legs! Can Johnson finish him?
A right hand to the body from Johnson.
Smiff looks winded!
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!
Johnson lands a right hand.
Johnson lands a big right hand that drops Smiff! The killer instinct kicks in and Johnson finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Johnson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Johnson!
John Johnson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Stratovarius Smiff stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
DFC 49: Dog Vs Pauwels
Date: May 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Smiff takes a jab right on the kisser.
Thompson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Smiff falls off balance throwing a combination
and Thompson counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
Thompson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Smiff takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thompson connects with a nice looking jab.
Thompson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smiff ducks right into an uppercut from Thompson. #ROC#
Smiff is rocked!
Smiff doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Thompson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thompson throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Smiff's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Thompson dives in looking to finish as Smiff flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Thompson's strikes! Thompson is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Smiff's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Smiff was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chris Thompson!
Chris Thompson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Stratovarius Smiff spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
DFC 36: Pate Vs Four 2
Date: Apr 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Smiff fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL2#
Owens clinches with his opponent.
Owens is trying to push Smiff away but Smiff has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Owens prevents Smiff from breaking the clinch.#TD2#
Owens jumps guard.
Owens can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Smiff controls the pace.
Smiff trying to control but Owens is working from the bottom.
Smiff working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Smiff forces his way into half guard.
Owens won't allow Smiff to pass to mount. #T1#
Smiff passes to full mount!
Smiff 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.
Owens regains half guard.
Smiff not doing much here.
Smiff trying to control from half guard but Owens is working away. #SUB#
Smiff is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Owens defends it well. #T2#
Smiff tries to pass to full mount but Owens defends it.
Owens wants to control but Smiff is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Smiff is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Owens trying to control but Smiff postures up.
#T3#
Owens is holding on to half guard well.
Owens slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Smiff is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Owens trying to keep a closed guard but Smiff is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Owens throws a nice looking combination but Smiff bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Owens swinging wildly here.
Owens closes the distance and clinches up with Smiff, looking for a takedown. Owens pushes Smiff against the cage but Smiff circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Owens tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Owens tries to clinch up but Smiff circles away and keeps his distance.
Smiff fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Owens tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Smiff counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Smiff.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Owens trying to keep a closed guard but Smiff is proving a slippery customer.
Owens can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Smiff controls the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stratovarius Smiff 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#
Smiff throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Owens tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Smiff defends well and Owens ends up having to push Smiff into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Smiff throws a right and a left that both miss.
Owens fails with an attempt to clinch.
Owens misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Owens looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Stratovarius Smiff has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joseph Owens.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Owens tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Smiff paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Smiff attempts a counter takedown but Owens avoids it well and moves away.#TD2#
Owens shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Owens showed some decent athleticism there.
Smiff trying to control here.
#T1##SUB#
Smiff looking for submissions off his back.
Owens trying to pass the guard but Smiff defending well.
Smiff is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Owens's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Owens's back!
Stratovarius Smiff overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Owens looking very determined here, making life difficult for Smiff.
#SUB#
Smiff looking for the choke from the back. #T2#
Smiff lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Owens hold on?!
#SUB#
Owens fending off the submission attempt from Smiff.
Owens is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Smiff.
#SUB#
Smiff sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Owens taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Stratovarius Smiff!
During a confident post fight interview, Stratovarius Smiff thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Joseph Owens was interviewed post fight and said 'I deserve a title shot! NOW!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 26, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Smiff scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stelling is looking to escape.
Stelling taking some punishment here, with Smiff in his half guard.
Smiff slips a nice elbow through Stelling 's hands, connecting with Stelling 's forehead.#SUB2#
Smiff is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Stelling is just riding it out for now. Smiff eventually gives up the hold.
Smiff wants to free his trapped foot but Stelling is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Smiff not doing much here.
Stelling is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Smiff scores with a couple of nice shots.#T1#
Smiff is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Smiff is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Stelling defends it well.
Smiff is looking to advance position but Stelling won't allow it. #T2##SUB2#
Smiff seems to be looking for submissions.
Stelling has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Smiff is working away from the top position though.
Smiff slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Smiff lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Smiff is pressing down on Stelling 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Stelling is holding on for now.
Stelling wants to control but Smiff is keeping busy.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Stelling taking some punishment here, with Smiff in his half guard.
Smiff perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Smiff lands strikes from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stelling tries to get to full guard but Smiff has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stratovarius Smiff 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#
Stelling wants to clinch.
Stelling digs a good hook to Smiff's body.
#CL2#
Smiff clinches with his opponent.
Stelling tries to circle away but Smiff has him pinned against the cage.
Smiff has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smiff is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smiff slowing the pace effectively.#T1#
Smiff effectively controlling the action here.
Stelling tries to circle away but Smiff has him pinned against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Smiff.
Stelling definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC2#
Smiff pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smiff rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Stelling moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD2#
Smiff darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Stelling wants to stand back up but Smiff manages to pass into side control.
Stelling taking a bit of punishment here - Smiff scoring with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Stelling trying his best to control but Smiff has mounted him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Smiff working for a guillotine from mount but Stelling is in no mood to give up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smiff controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB2#
Smiff is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Smiff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Stratovarius Smiff!
After winning the bout, Stratovarius Smiff thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Jack Stelling had this to say: 'Don't Worries Fans, I Will Come Back And Win For My UK Fans'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Jurmu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jurmu lands a right hook to the body.
Smiff misses with a series of wild punches.
Good shot there by Jurmu.#CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
Jab by Jurmu.
Jurmu lands a jab to the nose.
Jurmu drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Smiff right on the button. Smiff goes down! Jurmu follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Jurmu gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jarttu Jurmu!
Stratovarius Smiff was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Sato lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.#KD#
Sato lands a big head kick that sends Smiff tumbling to the mat! Sato takes a step backwards and waves Smiff back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Smiff is rocked!
Smiff backs away from a small jab... but Sato lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Smiff crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Sato with a spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Rumina Sato!
Rumina Sato really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Voodoo Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
Stratovarius Smiff was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Helsinki Fighting League: 48
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
A low kick from Smiff misses
and Gonzalez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smiff rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gonzalez counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Smiff misses with a takedown
and Gonzalez counters with a right hand to the body.
Smiff misses with a combination
and Gonzalez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff throws a lazy head kick
and Gonzalez counters with a left to the body. #TD2#
Smiff shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T1##SUB#
Gonzalez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gonzalez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Gonzalez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Smiff defends it easily.#SUB#
Gonzalez has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Smiff doesn't defend quickly enough and Gonzalez has managed to lock this one up! Can Smiff escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Gonzalez on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nick Gonzalez !
A very excited looking Nick Gonzalez rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
In defeat, Stratovarius Smiff stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Helsinki Fighting League: 46
Date: Jan 01, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Infamous closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Infamous tries to pull guard but Smiff won't allow it.
Smiff is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Infamous breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Infamous shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Smiff manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Infamous 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. #SUB2#
Infamous avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Smiff has a closed guard, preventing Infamous from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Infamous gets to his feet. Smiff looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T1##TD#
Smiff gets caught flat footed, as Infamous shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Smiff not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Smiff looking to hit a scissor sweep but Infamous is one step ahead there.
Infamous trying to control but Smiff is working from the bottom.
Infamous is looking to stand up but Smiff won't let him.
Infamous looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Infamous trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Smiff tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Infamous controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Smiff drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Infamous is adopting a defensive guard.
Infamous'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.#T3#
Infamous keeping full guard, as Smiff tries to pass.
Smiff postures up in Infamous's guard and throws a big left but Infamous blocks it.
Smiff pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Infamous is keeping the position for now.
Smiff stands and throws Infamous's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Smiff looks up at the clock and then as Infamous takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Smiff smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Infamous dodges the ground and pound from Smiff.#T4#
Smiff wants to lay and pray for a moment but Infamous keeps working.
Infamous wants to control but Smiff postures up.
Infamous pushes Smiff away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Smiff gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Smiff postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Infamous manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Infamous works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Infamous controlling Smiff's posture.
Infamous is trying to control the position from the bottom.
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 Chris Infamous will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Infamous shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Smiff tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smiff controls Infamous momentarily but Infamous frees himself. #SUB2#
Smiff throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Smiff wants to control the position but Infamous says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff is looking for a sweep. Infamous is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Infamous is looking to take a break and control but Smiff is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Smiff won't allow Infamous to pass to mount.
Smiff is trying to get back to full guard.
Infamous wants to take a breather but Smiff is having none of it.
Infamous prevents Smiff from improving his position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No joy there for Smiff, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Infamous shoots in looking for a takedown. Smiff tries to sprawl out of it but Infamous keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smiff manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Infamous scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.#TD#
Infamous shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Smiff is trying to defend but Infamous finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Infamous throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Infamous is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smiff can do to turn this around?#T3##SU#
Infamous decides to return to a standing position. #TD#
Infamous looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Infamous postures up in Smiff's guard and throws a big left but Smiff blocks it.
Infamous trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Infamous looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Smiff looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Infamous passes into side control.
#T4#
Infamous in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Infamous is looking to take a break and control but Smiff is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smiff tries to bench press Infamous off him but Infamous keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Infamous is working Smiff over with some ground and pound from side control.
Smiff gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Chris Infamous overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU#
Infamous stands up from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Infamous dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Stratovarius Smiff's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##KD#
Infamous lands a big head kick that sends Smiff tumbling to the mat! Infamous takes a step backwards and waves Smiff back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Smiff is rocked!
Infamous works Smiff's body with a nice hook.
Smiff is still on wobbly legs! Can Infamous finish him?#TD#
Infamous closes the distance looking for a takedown. Smiff stuffs it but Infamous still has hold of him. Infamous picks Smiff up in a fireman's lift! The crowd roars in approval. Infamous slams Smiff to the floor and that's really hurt Smiff - he doesn't know where he is! Infamous throws a couple of strikes and the referee steps in to save him! This one is in the books!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chris Infamous!
In his post fight interview, Chris Infamous started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Stratovarius Smiff spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Helsinki Fighting League: 42
Date: Nov 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Darren lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Smiff swings away with a body shot that misses
and Darren counters with a good low kick that Smiff was not able to check.
Smiff shoots in for a double leg but Darren sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Smiff tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2#
Darren clinches up with Smiff and pushes him back against the cage.
Darren lands an elbow that stopped Smiff in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
Darren works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Darren creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Smiff's defenses.
Darren lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Smiff looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Darren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Darren leaning against his opponent.
Darren lands with a right to the head.
Good body shot from Darren.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Darren.
Stalling in the clinch from Darren.
#T1#
Darren lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smiff or not.
Darren works on Smiff's body with a couple of short punches.
Smiff is breathing heavily.
A nice right hand lands inside from Darren. #ROC2#
Smiff is rocked!#CUT2#
Stratovarius Smiff's cut is getting worse.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Darren takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Oh Smiff is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Darren lands a damaging elbow.
Darren dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Darren pulls back and lands a big elbow that stuns Smiff! Darren unloads with more strikes and Smiff sinks to his knees! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Darren!
James Darren thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Stratovarius Smiff was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Bowman shoots in for a takedown but Smiff shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've been hearing reports that Bowman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bowman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bowman lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Bowman looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Smiff!
Bowman sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Smiff is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Bowman remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Smiff tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Smiff's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Bowman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Smiff knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bowman connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Smiff some visible discomfort.
#T1##SUB#
Bowman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Smiff wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Bowman has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Smiff's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Smiff is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Bowman!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tom Bowman!
Stratovarius Smiff was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Ray lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Ray has Smiff up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Ray manages to break the clinch.
Ray connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
Jake Ray seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by Ray.#ROC#
Smiff is rocked!
Smiff bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Ray comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Smiff falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Smiff was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jake Ray!
A victorious Jake Ray thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Stratovarius Smiff spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Couture with a hook.
Couture misses with an uppercut.
Couture pounces like a tiger and cracks Smiff with a vicious hook! Smiff is down but not out! Couture follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Brandon Couture!
Stratovarius Smiff spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Smiff bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Smiff tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jackson manages to circle out of the way.
Jackson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Smiff throws a leg kick but Jackson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Jackson misses the jab.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jackson wants to clinch.#TD#
Smiff shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Smiff was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jackson wants to get back to his feet but Smiff is dominant here and he's now got Jackson's back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB#
Smiff tightening his grip on Jackson, looking for the choke. #T1#
Jackson just trying to survive but Smiff is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Jackson 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 Smiff gets his way!
Jackson is trying to stand back up.
Smiff softening up his opponent with strikes here.
#SUB#
Smiff working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Jackson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Smiff tightening his grip on Jackson, looking for the choke. #T2##SUB#
Smiff is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Smiff patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Smiff is looking to control Jackson but Jackson is wriggling around and keeping busy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Smiff avoiding Jackson 's attempts to control his hands.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Jackson is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it.
Jackson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Smiff circles away quickly and effectively.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson throws a series of punches but Smiff moves out of range. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Smiff misses the target.
Smiff misses the jab.
Smiff throws a right hand that Jackson ducks under and follows up with a left that Jackson also avoids with ease.
Jackson looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Jackson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Smiff is pushing Jackson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Jackson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jackson tries to circle away but Smiff has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Smiff manages to break the clinch.
Jackson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Smiff moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
No joy there for Jackson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Smiff is looking to counter punch.#T4#
A combination from Jackson does no damage.
Jackson staying out of range there.
Smiff throws a leg kick but Jackson checks it.
Smiff misses the shot to the body.
Jackson unleashes a big counter combination but Smiff bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD#
Jackson gets caught napping as Smiff dives in and scores a takedown. Jackson manages to retain guard.
Smiff prevents Jackson from getting back to his feet.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Smiff from controlling successfully.
Jackson doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smiff trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Smiff trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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 Stratovarius Smiff will probably get the nod.
That's time! Smiff's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Jackson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jackson misses with a double jab.
#TD#
Smiff gets the takedown into side control.
Smiff lands some shots froms side control.
Jackson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Jackson misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Jackson being controlled for a moment.
Jackson is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Smiff asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Stratovarius Smiff overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jackson is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T1#
Smiff wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy.
Smiff advances nicely into full mount.
Jackson squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Smiff cracks Jackson with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Smiff controlling his opponent.
Jackson is in a horrible position here. Smiff smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Jackson is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Jackson tries to reverse the position but Smiff maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smiff working Jackson over with strikes here.
Smiff lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Jackson hang on?#ROC#
Jackson is rocked!
Smiff takes Jackson's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Jackson is in trouble.
Jackson is still in real trouble! Can Smiff finish him?#T2#
Smiff punches Jackson on the ear.
I would not like to be Jackson right now.
Smiff is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Jackson. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
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!#SUB#
Jackson won't enjoy being in this position. Smiff looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Jackson is tapping - it's over boys! Smiff picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Stratovarius Smiff!
During a confident post fight interview, Stratovarius Smiff thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D3): New York Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between James Schnider and Stratovarius Smiff. This should be fireworks!
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 1 wins and 0 losses; James Schnider! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Stratovarius Smiff!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Joseph Jones and Alyssa Summers.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Smiff has managed to clinch.
Smiff manages to pull guard.
Smiff seems keen to control Schnider's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smiff keeping moving, preventing Schnider from controlling successfully.
Smiff looking for a sweep. Not yet Smiff, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff controlling Schnider's posture.
Smiff is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smiff keeping full guard, as Schnider tries to pass.
Smiff keeping moving, preventing Schnider from controlling successfully.
Schnider stands and throws Smiff's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Schnider (3) vs (0) Smiff
Schnider wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smiff keeps working.
Schnider definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Schnider wants to control for a moment but Smiff uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Schnider is working for a kimura but Smiff is defending it quite comfortably.
Schnider is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Smiff has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schnider wants to control but Smiff is keeping him busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Schnider will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Smiff wants to improve his position but Schnider is controlling well.
Schnider seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smiff does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Smiff wants to improve his position but Schnider is controlling well.
Schnider is keen to just control but Smiff is a slippery customer.
Smiff actively working from the bottom here.
Smiff tries to roll over but Schnider keeps him under control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Schnider is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Smiff reverses the position - he's now on top in Schnider's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schnider (3) vs (2) Smiff
Schnider looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Smiff puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Schnider trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Smiff manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Schnider (3) vs (5) Smiff
Schnider is controlling an arm, preventing Smiff from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Smiff trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Smiff with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Schnider is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Smiff wants to take his opponent's back but Schnider doesn't allow it.
Schnider tries to reverse the position but Smiff maintains control.
Smiff tries to control but Schnider wriggling away.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Schnider working to try and regain half guard.
Smiff controlling from the full mount.
Smiff swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Schnider is now in Smiff's guard. A big mistake from Smiff there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schnider (5) vs (5) Smiff
Smiff keeping moving, preventing Schnider from controlling successfully.
Schnider passes into half guard.
Smiff trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Schnider manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Schnider (8) vs (5) Smiff
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Schnider moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Smiff has worked his arm free - good work by Smiff!
Schnider trying to control the position but Smiff is working away.
Smiff is looking for a sweep.
Schnider working away.
Smiff tries to bench press Schnider off him but Schnider keeps the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Smiff is not content to let Schnider control the position.
Schnider swings around for an armbar but Smiff sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Schnider's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schnider (8) vs (7) Smiff
Smiff sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Schnider's guard.
Schnider moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Smiff drops back, looking for a kneebar! Schnider looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Schnider looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Schnider! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Schnider (12) vs (7) Smiff
Schnider trying to control the action but Smiff is working from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Schnider tries to advance to mount but Smiff denies him.
Schnider wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smiff keeps working.
Smiff manages to work his way to half guard, despite Schnider's best efforts.
Smiff tries to get to full guard but Schnider has control of the leg.
Smiff is defending against the submission attempts here by Schnider.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Smiff moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Smiff is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Schnider wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving.
Smiff is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schnider defends well.
Schnider trying to control but Smiff is working from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Schnider trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smiff keeping moving, preventing Schnider from controlling successfully.
Smiff wants to sweep here but Schnider controlling him for the moment.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Schnider wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving.
Schnider pushes down on Smiff's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Schnider is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Schnider (15) vs (7) Smiff
Schnider tries to control but Smiff wriggling away.
Schnider is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Smiff is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Smiff has given up his back. Will we see Schnider going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Schnider (18) vs (7) Smiff
Smiff is in bad spot here.
Schnider looking to break Smiff's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Smiff remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Schnider will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Smiff tries to roll but Schnider sticks to his back.
Smiff trying to control the position but Schnider manages to sink in the hooks.
Schnider is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Smiff is defending well though. Schnider let's go of the attempt for now.
I really don't envy Smiff right now.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Schnider'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!
Smiff tries to roll but Schnider sticks to his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schnider takes the fight on points by 18 to 7.
After winning the bout, James Schnider thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Stratovarius Smiff spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D3): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rupert Whiston and Stratovarius Smiff. Whiston has a slight injury, which hopefully won't affect the fight too much. Rupert Whiston had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Rupert Whiston! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Stratovarius Smiff!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, John Roberts and David Schapiro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Whiston closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Whiston is breathing heavily.
Whiston goes for a takedown attempt but Smiff pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Smiff tries to clinch up but Whiston circles away and keeps his distance.
Smiff is trying hard to land a takedown here. Whiston sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Whiston drives through and clinches with Smiff against the cage.
Whiston decides to pull guard.
Whiston keeping moving, preventing Smiff from controlling successfully.
Smiff tries to free his leg and advance position but Whiston is retaining full guard.
Whiston can't keep his opponent in guard - Smiff advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Whiston wants to improve his position but Smiff is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff content to control rather than advance.
Whiston wants to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smiff trying to control the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smiff is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Whiston sees it coming and defends easily.
Whiston definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Smiff wants to take a breather but Whiston is having none of it.
Smiff tries to pass the half guard into mount. Whiston knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Whiston keeping hold of Smiff's head, controlling as best he can.
Smiff seems to be working for a kimura but Whiston defends the submission attempt.
Smiff wants to pass the guard but Whiston is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smiff is looking to take a break and control but Whiston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Whiston desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Smiff passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Whiston (0) vs (3) Smiff
Smiff looking to control but Whiston is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Whiston 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: Whiston (2) vs (3) Smiff
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Smiff looking to hit a scissor sweep but Whiston is one step ahead there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Whiston 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.
Smiff looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Whiston controlling from the top position.
Smiff looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Whiston passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Whiston (5) vs (3) Smiff
Whiston slows the pace down.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smiff regains half guard.
Smiff won't allow Whiston to pass to mount.
Whiston looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Whiston wants to pass the guard but Smiff is defending well.
Whiston prevents Smiff from improving his position.
Smiff is trying to control but can't.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Whiston with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Smiff slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Smiff trying to control the position.
Whiston tries to free his leg and advance position but Smiff is retaining full guard.
Whiston controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Whiston pushing down on Smiff's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Smiff regains full guard. Nicely done.
Whiston not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Whiston trying to control the position from guard on top but Smiff is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smiff looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Smiff is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Whiston defends well.
Smiff keeping full guard, as Whiston tries to pass.
Whiston trying to move into half guard but instead Smiff has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Whiston (5) vs (5) Smiff
Whiston working a defensive guard here.
Smiff passes into half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Smiff is looking to advance position but Whiston won't allow it.
Whiston is controlling Smiff's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Whiston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Whiston is not content to let Smiff control the position.
Smiff trying to mount his opponent but Whiston defends it.
Whiston is looking to control Smiff's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Whiston avoid being mounted?
Smiff prevents Whiston from improving his position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Smiff moves into full mount! Whiston won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Whiston (5) vs (8) Smiff
Smiff prevents Whiston from getting the reversal.
Whiston tries to hold on but Smiff pushes him away.
Smiff is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Whiston to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Whiston shrugs it off.
Whiston tries to hold on but Smiff postures up.
Smiff trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Whiston is looking to get to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Smiff tries to control but Whiston wriggling away.
Whiston stops Smiff from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Whiston really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Smiff looking to control but Whiston is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Smiff wants to take his opponent's back but Whiston doesn't allow it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Whiston is looking to improve his position but Smiff isn't that keen on the idea.
Smiff tries to take Whiston's back but instead Whiston uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Smiff is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Whiston is looking for a sweep. Smiff is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Smiff is keen to just control but Whiston is a slippery customer.
Whiston wants to improve his position but Smiff is controlling well.
Smiff is looking to take a break and control but Whiston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Whiston is controlling Smiff's trapped leg to prevent Smiff from advancing to side control.
Whiston has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Whiston is looking to control Smiff's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Whiston avoid being mounted?
Smiff is looking to take a break and control but Whiston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smiff is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Whiston has managed to free his arm - good work.
Whiston trying to control from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Smiff is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Whiston is positioning himself well to prevent Smiff advancing to mount.
Whiston is looking for a sweep. Smiff is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Whiston moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Smiff passes into half guard.
Whiston trying to control but Smiff postures up.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Smiff is working for a kimura but Whiston is defending it quite comfortably.
Whiston trying to control but Smiff postures up.
Whiston preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Smiff tries to pass the half guard into mount. Whiston knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Smiff is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Whiston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Whiston works his way to full guard. Good work.
Smiff trying to control but Whiston is working from the bottom.
Smiff must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Smiff won't allow Whiston to sweep him here.
Whiston is controlling Smiff's posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smiff postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Smiff wins on points by 8 to 5.
A very excited looking Stratovarius Smiff 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 25, 2016 |
#R1#
Smiff has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Blinder.
Blinder turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Blinder looks to land a combination. Smiff sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
Smiff with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Blinder counters with a left and a right that hurts Smiff! He wobbles and falls to the floor - he's in big trouble! Blinder jumps into full mount! #ROC2#
Smiff is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blinder looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Smiff covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Peaky Blinder!
After winning the bout, Peaky Blinder thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Stratovarius Smiff stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Grena stuns Smiff with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A head kick misses from Smiff.
Smiff has a takedown stuffed.
Grena tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smiff was well out of range. Poor timing from Grena.
Smiff tries to score a power double leg takedown but Grena sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Smiff somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grena dives in for a single leg takedown but Smiff sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Smiff shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Grena sprawls well. Grena wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smiff gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stratovarius Smiff. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Smiff shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Grena shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Grena defending well as Smiff loads up on a big left hand.
Stratovarius Smiff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smiff fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grena manages to avoid it.
Grena looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Smiff tries a head kick but it misses.
Grena throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smiff changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Grena doesn't manage to clinch there - Smiff circles away.
Smiff feinted with a counter takedown.
Grena shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Smiff sprawls well. Smiff wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Grena gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Grena wants to clinch.
The fighters circling - Smiff throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Grena staying out of range there.
Grena looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Smiff is fending him off so far but Grena persists. Nope, Smiff circles away and we're back to standing.
Smiff changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Smiff misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Grena lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD#
Smiff throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Grena tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Smiff is in Grena's guard.#ES2#
Grena has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Smiff has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T3##BC2#
Grena manages to break the clinch.
Smiff tries to score a power double leg takedown but Grena sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Smiff somewhat.
A head kick misses from Grena.
Grena misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Grena misses with a head kick.
Smiff tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Grena tries to clinch but Smiff moves out of range. #TD#
Smiff gets a takedown into half guard.
Grena pushes Smiff off but Smiff dives into side control.
#T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smiff wants to control but Grena is keeping him busy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smiff controlling the position.
Grena is not content to let Smiff control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grena is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Umberto Grena will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Smiff is trying hard to land a takedown here. Grena sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Smiff rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Grena moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Grena is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL#
Smiff gets a clinch.
Smiff avoiding damage as Grena throws knees to the body.
Grena tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC#
Smiff's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smiff swings for the body but Grena moves out of range.
#CL2#
Grena takes the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff trying to land knees to the body.
Grena working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Grena breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Smiff avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Smiff shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Grena but Grena pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Smiff moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromGrena.
Smiff misses with an uppercut.
Grena drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Smiff defends it well.
Smiff slaps away a takedown attempt from Grena, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Smiff takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Grena ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smiff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Grena sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smiff sets himself, and Grena steps forward looking for the clinch! Smiff avoids it this time.#T2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Grena.
Smiff misses with a straight right.
Smiff tries to clinch there but Grena circles away.
Grena swats away the attempt to clinch by Smiff.
A nice side step and Grena releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Smiff on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Grena blocks a jab.
Smiff shoots in for a takedown but Grena shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stratovarius Smiff. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Grena wants to clinch up but Smiff keeps it at a distance.
Grena throws a head kick that misses
and Smiff counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Smiff rushes Grena and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Grena escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smiff with a poor takedown
and Grena counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Grena is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Smiff rather than just go for the knockout.
Grena fails with an attempt to clinch.
Grena lands a nice looking body shot.
Smiff swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smiff tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smiff misses the shot to the body.
Grena feints a counter leg kick.#T4#
Smiff takes a kick to the side of the head.
Grena uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smiff.
Smiff fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Grena misses with a head kick.
Smiff appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Grena gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Grena breaks the clinch.
Grena shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Smiff but Smiff pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grena with a poor takedown #TD#
and Smiff counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Smiff. #ES2#
Grena has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Smiff is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Umberto Grena will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Smiff's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Grena shoots in and bounces Smiff off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Smiff is pulling down on Grena's head. It's preventing any offense from Grena, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Grena drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Smiff dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Smiff trying to control but Grena is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Smiff preventing the sweep.
Grena wants to stand but Smiff is controlling the position.
Grena really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Smiff. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Smiff lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Grena controlling Smiff's posture.
Smiff scoring with punches to the head and body.
Stratovarius Smiff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Grena working for a triangle but Smiff defends it easily.
Smiff advances to half guard.
Smiff passes into side control, despite Grena's attempt to control the position.
Smiff gets to mount! Grena was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Smiff is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Smiff can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Grena is looking to escape.
Smiff lands a heavy elbow.
Smiff lands with some strikes.
Grena is desperately trying to improve his position but Smiff has a good base and remains in mount.
Grena takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Smiff has control of Grena's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Grena regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Smiff dominating with strikes here.
Umberto Grena is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Grena wants to hold on but Smiff pushes him away.
Grena really wants to buck Smiff off and get back to his feet.
Smiff controlling his opponent.
Grena is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grena is squirming around, avoiding Smiff's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Stratovarius Smiff showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Grena 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Umberto Grena!
Stratovarius Smiff was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 04, 2016 |
#R1#
Smiff fails to land with a series of punches.
Smiff is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rage.
Smiff moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nice takedown defense from Smiff. No joy for Rage on that attempt.
Smiff drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rage defends it well.
Smiff looks to land a combination but Rage avoids it well.
Smiff throws a lazy uppercut
and Rage counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.#CL2#
Smiff closes the distance and clinches.
Smiff dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Rage is trying to push Smiff away but Smiff has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff takes an elbow to the forehead.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC#
Rage breaks the clinch.
Rage ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Smiff takes a swing at Rage's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Rage shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Smiff defends it nicely.#TD2#
Rage gets caught flat footed, as Smiff shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Rage can't keep his opponent in guard - Smiff advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Smiff is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rage is trying to stand back up but Smiff is controlling him
Smiff landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Smiff seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Let's hope that Smiff has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Rage scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Smiff manages to mount him!
Smiff has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rage has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.
Smiff is trying to stick to Rage's back but Rage is turning into Smiff. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Smiff's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Rage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Smiff throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Rage is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Smiff is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Smiff has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Smiff passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Rage tries to escape but Smiff is in control.
Smiff trying to control the action but Rage is working from the bottom.
Rage takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Rage is working to avoid the ground and pound but Smiff connects with a decent elbow.
We've been informed that Smiff has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Rage is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Smiff has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Rage!#T4#
Rage is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Smiff wants to finish this one by submission but Rage is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Smiff.
Rage takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
You get the feeling that Rage really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Smiff raining down hammerfists from mount.
Smiff is in the full mount, landing strikes. #ROC2#
Rage is rocked!
Smiff postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Rage in real trouble here! The ref calls for Rage to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stratovarius Smiff!
An out of breath Stratovarius Smiff 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: Sep 01, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Wiltord decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Wiltord is looking to take a break and control but Smiff is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smiff is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Wiltord is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Smiff sees it coming and defends easily.
Smiff works his way to full guard. Good work.
Wiltord wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Wiltord wants to pass the guard but Smiff is keeping the position.#SUB#
Wiltord is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Smiff is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Smiff has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T1##SUB#
Wiltord working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Smiff has passed into half guard!
Wiltord is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wiltord regains full guard. Nicely done.
Wiltord keeping moving, preventing Smiff from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Wiltord has his foot on Smiff's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Smiff works his way back into a safe position though.
Wiltord keeping full guard, as Smiff tries to pass. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Smiff avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Smiff won't allow Wiltord to sweep him here. #SUB#
Wiltord working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Smiff doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Smiff manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Smiff trying to control but Wiltord is working from the bottom.
Smiff loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Smiff trying to control the position from guard on top but Wiltord is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smiff preventing the sweep. #T3#
Wiltord looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Wiltord escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Smiff gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Wiltord looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Smiff trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wiltord working a defensive guard but Smiff passes into half guard.
Wiltord wants to control but Smiff is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Wiltord is looking to improve his position.
Wiltord manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Smiff trying to control but Wiltord is working from the bottom.
Smiff passes into half guard.
Wiltord regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Wiltord is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Smiff frees his head nicely. Oh but Wiltord has switched to an armbar! Smiff is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Silvan Wiltord!
A relieved looking Silvan Wiltord 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, Stratovarius Smiff stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 25, 2016 |
#R1#
A good leg kick by Potapoff.
Potapoff looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Potapoff clobbers Smiff with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
Potapoff lands a nice looking kick to the body. Smiff takes a step back to recover.
Potapoff lands a body shot.
Potapoff scores with a kick to the body.
#KD#
Potapoff lands a big uppercut and Smiff crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Smiff looks OK. Potapoff waves Smiff back to his feet!#ROC#
Smiff is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smiff looks to clinch
and Potapoff counters with a right hand to the body.
Smiff is still on wobbly legs! Can Potapoff finish him?
Smiff takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Smiff looks winded!
Potapoff fakes the leg kick and cracks Smiff in the body.
Potapoff fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Smiff square on the jaw! Damn, Smiff is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dimitri Potapoff!
Stratovarius Smiff was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Shaw throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Smiff counters with a shoot takedown. Shaw fights it but they end up in guard.
Shaw is wriggling around but Smiff manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
Smiff passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Shaw!
Smiff lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Smiff controlling his opponent.
Shaw is in a horrible position here. Smiff smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#ROC2#
Shaw is rocked!
Smiff cracks Shaw with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stratovarius Smiff!
Our winner, Stratovarius Smiff, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Smiff gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT2#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
Jackson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Smiffs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jackson defending well as Smiff loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson throws out a counter right but Smiff avoids it with no problem.
Jackson moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson throws a perfectly timed hook that sends Smiff crashing down! Smiff tries to stagger back to his feet but Jackson just hammers him until the ref stops the fight! A confused Smiff asks the ref what just happened. Poor fella.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joseph Jackson!
A very excited looking Joseph Jackson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
The defeated Stratovarius Smiff had this to say: 'Thanks for coming out party's on me '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Smiff takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Diaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Smiff motions for Diaz to come forward. Smiff throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Diaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smiff manages to avoid it.
Diaz scores with a jab to the body.
Smiff misses with a hook
letting Diaz counter with a right hand.
A jab from Diaz misses.
Smiff changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL2#
Smiff rushes Diaz and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Smiff has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Diaz uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Smiff escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Diaz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Diaz wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving.
Smiff is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Diaz wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving.
Smiff not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Diaz knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Smiff on the ground.
Diaz wants to control from the top but Smiff keeps moving.
Diaz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Diaz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Smiff wants to sweep here but Diaz controlling him for the moment.
Diaz is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Diaz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Diaz postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Smiff is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Diaz, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Smiff passes into side control.
Smiff controlling the position.
Diaz gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T3#
Smiff with good strikes from the mount here!#CUT2#
It looks like Nick Diaz has been cut.
Smiff prevents Diaz from getting the reversal.
Diaz looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Diaz just holding on.
Smiff pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Smiff is landing with some decent strikes but Diaz is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Smiff content just to control the position here.
Diaz is working to get back to half guard.
#T4##SUB2#
Diaz tries to improve his position but Smiff has taken his back! Smiff has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Diaz tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Smiff pushes Diaz away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Stratovarius Smiff!
Nick Diaz spoke after the fight, saying 'I thought this was supposed to be a fight. All this guy did was drag me down and lay on top. I'm looking to come back and put on a better show for you guys next time. Thank you.'.
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Event:
QFC Tournament 618 Round 4
Date: Apr 15, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Smiff pushes Sakamoto up against the cage in a clinch.
Smiff tries for a takedown but Sakamoto manages to get underhooks.
Sakamoto tries to score a body lock takedown but Smiff shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Smiff effectively controlling the action here.
Sakamoto tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Smiff just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Sakamoto manages to pull guard.
Sakamoto is controlling Smiff's posture.
Smiff slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto tries to bench press Smiff off him but Smiff keeps the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sakamoto can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Smiff tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Smiff has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sakamoto tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Smiff wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sakamoto really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Smiff. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Sakamoto prevents Smiff from moving into mount.
Sakamoto is trying to control Smiff's posture but Smiff avoids it.
Sakamoto stops Smiff from passing to mount.
Smiff trying to control the position but Sakamoto is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sakamoto is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sakamoto struggling a bit here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Smiff is working to tighten his grip on Sakamoto's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Sakamoto has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Smiff is really squeezing tight and eventually Sakamoto passes out! Smiff breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Stratovarius Smiff!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 618 Round 3
Date: Apr 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Smiff throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Grove counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Grove prevents Smiff from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Smiff looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Grove is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Grove drops an elbow to the side of Smiff's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff is looking to control Grove's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smiff avoid being mounted?
Smiff slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1##SUB#
Grove thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Grove drops back looking for a leg! Smiff is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smiff manages to kick Grove off! Grove jumps back into Smiff's guard.
Smiff is pulling down on Grove's head. It's preventing any offense from Grove, at least for the moment.
Smiff wants to sweep here but Grove controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Smiff has his foot on Grove's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grove works his way back into a safe position though.
Smiff is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Grove trying to control but Smiff is working from the bottom.
Smiff wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Smiff is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Grove drops back looking for a leg! Smiff is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smiff manages to kick Grove off! Grove jumps back into Smiff's guard.
Grove landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Smiff looking for a guillotine here but Grove defends easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Grove got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smiff has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Grove has managed to get both his arms back between Smiff's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Smiff is looking for a triangle but Grove pushes his legs off easily.
Grove trying to control but Smiff is working from the bottom. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Grove throwing strikes but missing.
Smiff tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Grove advances to half guard.
Ground and pound from Grove.
Smiff wants to improve his position but Grove is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Smiff actively working from the bottom here.
Smiff looks winded!#SUB#
Grove is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smiff is just riding it out for now. Grove eventually gives up the hold.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grove not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
David Grove dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A slow jab from Smiff misses its intended target.
Smiff missing with a left hand there. Grove was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Grove slips under a jab from Smiff.
Sloppy strikes from Smiff. Those never looked like landing.
Grove feinted with a counter takedown.
Smiff misses with a straight left.
Grove attempts a counter takedown but Smiff avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff misses with a left hand #TD#
and Grove counters with a shoot takedown. Smiff fights it but they end up in guard.
Grove wants to pass the guard but Smiff is keeping the position.
Smiff keeping moving, preventing Grove from controlling successfully.
David Grove overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1##SUB#
Grove has gone for a leg lock! Smiff slips out almost immediately though and dives into Grove's guard.#REVB#
Smiff works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Grove looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Smiff is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Grove sees it coming and defends easily.
Smiff takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2#
Grove throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#SUB2#
Smiff is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Grove defends it well.
Grove is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Grove is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Smiff pulls his head out easily.
Smiff is keen to just control but Grove is a slippery customer.#T3#
Smiff is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Grove slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grove tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smiff postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Smiff pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Grove is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Grove is looking for a triangle but Smiff pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smiff lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Smiff trying to control but Grove is working from the bottom.
Grove keeping full guard, as Smiff tries to pass.
Smiff chips away with some ground and pound.
Smiff lands a couple of digs.
Smiff tries to free his leg and advance position but Grove is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Smiff got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grove has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Smiff has managed to get both his arms back between Grove's legs - danger averted.
Grove is trying to control the position but Smiff postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stratovarius Smiff 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#
Grove defending well as Smiff loads up on a big left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Smiff. Grove does a little dance to reset his feet.
Grove drops down looking for a counter takedown but Smiff sprawls and moves away.
Smiff finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Grove feinted with a counter takedown.
Smiff misses with a body shot.
Grove appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Smiff swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grove avoids the body shot from Smiff.
Smiff is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.#T1#
Smiff misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Grove counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Smiff keeping full guard, as Grove tries to pass.
Smiff not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Grove throws a big elbow that misses.
Grove trying to control but Smiff is working from the bottom.
Grove throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Smiff looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Smiff keeping moving, preventing Grove from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Grove is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Smiff has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Grove is looking to defend but Smiff has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Grove! Smiff pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Grove taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Stratovarius Smiff!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 618 Round 2
Date: Apr 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Junior tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smiff appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Junior misses with a head kick.
Junior connects with a high kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Stratovarius Smiff has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Smiff. Junior does a little dance to reset his feet.
Junior throws a sloppy head kick and Smiff moves out of range easily.
Carlos Junior seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smiff lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Junior circles away quickly and effectively.
Smiff waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Junior.
Junior pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Smiff takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Junior throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Smiff's waist but Smiff gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Junior off to one side.
Smiff blocks a head kick by Junior.
Junior pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Junior lands a high kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Junior throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Smiff's head.#ROC2#
Smiff is rocked!
Junior misses with a head kick.
#T1#
Smiff misses with an uppercut. Junior saw that one coming.
Junior tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Junior looks winded!
Junior tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big left from Smiff misses.
Junior tries for a takedown but Smiff sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Smiff drops down looking for a counter takedown but Junior sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Smiff looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Junior wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Smiff manages to pass to side control.
Smiff lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Smiff has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Junior defend it? Smiff steps over the head and cranks it - Junior is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Smiff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Stratovarius Smiff!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 618 Round 1
Date: Apr 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Kovganov goes for a double leg but Smiff avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Smiff continues to drive forward.
Smiff tries to counter with a takedown but Kovganov is quick to defend against it.
Smiff throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smiff fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Kovganov gets caught napping as Smiff dives in and scores a takedown. Kovganov manages to retain guard.
Smiff won't allow Kovganov to get back to his feet.
Smiff is pushing down on Kovganov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kovganov is fighting to maintain full guard but Smiff has managed to sneak the leg through.
Smiff is taking a breather. Kovganov says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smiff passes the guard and advances to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smiff looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Smiff controlling his opponent.
Smiff tries to control but Kovganov wriggling away.
Kovganov tries to control Smiff's body but Smiff pushes him off. Kovganov squirms to his side and now Smiff has his back!
Kovganov tries to escape but Smiff has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Smiff looking for the choke from the back.
Smiff lands a shot to the head.
Kovganov tries to escape but Smiff has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T2##SUB#
Kovganov fending off the submission attempt from Smiff. #SUB#
Smiff is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Kovganov with him. Kovganov is trying to defend but Smiff has an arm under the chin now! Kovganov grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Stratovarius Smiff!
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