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Event:
Madness Insanity 11
Date: Nov 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Sixx lands a jab to the nose.
Horrible takedown attempt by Griffin or perhaps it was just good defense by Sixx, which made it look bad.
Sixx throws a big counter combination but Griffin scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Sixx scores with a shot to the body.
#TD#
Sixx shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Griffin's guard.
Sixx preventing the sweep.
Sixx trying to stand up but can't free himself from Griffin's guard.
Sixx throws a big elbow that misses.
Sixx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Griffin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Griffin trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sixx postures up and lands a big shot to Griffin's brow.
Sixx trying to control the position from guard on top but Griffin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sixx working some strikes from top position.
Griffin throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #T1#
Sixx is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Griffin is looking for a triangle but Sixx pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Griffin looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sixx seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Griffin thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Griffin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Sixx got a little sloppy there for a moment and Griffin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sixx has managed to get both his arms back between Griffin's legs - danger averted.
Griffin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sixx content to stall in guard here.
Sixx passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Sixx thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2##SUB#
Sixx tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Sixx is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Griffin has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sixx works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Sixx staying calm.
Griffin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sixx wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Griffin is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Sixx in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T3#
Sixx is looking to take a break and control but Griffin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Griffin tries to improve position but can't.
Sixx working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Griffin is not content to let Sixx control the position. #SUB#
Sixx tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sixx slows the pace down.
Griffin misses with a strike from the bottom.
Griffin manages to get back to half guard.
Sixx performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Griffin is staying active underneath Sixx, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4##SUB#
Sixx is working for a kimura but Griffin is defending it quite comfortably.
Sixx working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Griffin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Griffin wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Griffin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sixx is keen to just control but Griffin is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Sixx wants to work for an arm triangle but Griffin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sixx winds up and cracks Griffin with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Griffin throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#SUB2#
Griffin looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nikki Sixx dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Griffin cracks Sixx with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Griffin tries to close the distance and clinch but Sixx swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Sixx misses the target.
Griffin looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#TD2#
Griffin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Sixx on his heels. He'll look to pass Sixx's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Sixx is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Griffin is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Sixx is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Griffin is aware though and is defending well.
Sixx working a defensive guard here.
Griffin stopping the sweep attempt from Sixx.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Griffin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sixx manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Griffin manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Griffin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sixx doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sixx manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Griffin looking for a guillotine here but Sixx defends easily.
#T1#
Sixx working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Griffin's head.
Sixx is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Griffin can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Griffin looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SU#
Sixx gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Griffin misses with a takedown
and Griffin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sixx works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL#
Sixx clinches up with Griffin and pushes him back against the cage.
Sixx displaying some good clinch control by pressing Griffin up against the cage.#BC#
Sixx's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nikki Sixx is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Sixx closes this distance looking for a takedown but Griffin circles away.#TD#
Sixx is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Griffin's half guard.#SUB2#
Griffin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Griffin looking for submissions off his back.
Sixx has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Sixx is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Griffin has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Griffin has hold of Sixx's hands but Sixx slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sixx is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Sixx scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Sixx seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Griffin has hold of Sixx's hands but Sixx slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sixx takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Sixx is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Griffin has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Griffin is staying active underneath Sixx, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Griffin missing with punches from the bottom.
Sixx passes the guard and advances to mount!
Sixx is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Griffin can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Griffin manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sixx lands a nice short elbow.
Sixx trying to control the action but Griffin is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Griffin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Sixx trying to control the pace.
Griffin flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Nikki Sixx overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sixx content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Sixx is looking for a kimura here.
Sixx lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Griffin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Griffin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nikki Sixx dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Good standup being displayed there by Sixx as he connects with a hook.
Griffin jabs Sixx to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Griffin shoots in and drives through. Sixx sprawls well.
Sixx tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Griffin manages to circle out of the way.
Griffin throws a hook to the side of Sixx's head but Sixx sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sixx digs a good body shot into Griffin's ribs.
Sixx throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Griffin on the side of the head. #TD#
Sixx closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Griffin's guard.
Sixx trying to control the position from guard on top but Griffin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sixx pushes down on Griffin's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Griffin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily.
Sixx prevents Griffin from improving his position.#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sixx in particular looking to stall.
Sixx tries to stand and escape but Griffin is controlling the position.
Sixx works his way into full mount!
Sixx trying to control but Griffin is having none of it.
Sixx fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Griffin is desperately trying to improve his position but Sixx has a good base and remains in mount.
Sixx wants to control the pace but Griffin is squirming around nicely.
Sixx prevents Griffin from getting the reversal.#T2#
Griffin is in a horrible position here. Sixx smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Griffin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sixx fails to take his opponent's back.
Sixx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Griffin is looking to escape.
Griffin tries to reverse the position but Sixx maintains control.
Sixx cracks Griffin with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#SUB#
Sixx working for a guillotine from mount but Griffin is in no mood to give up.
Sixx in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Griffin is in a horrible position here. Sixx smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Griffin throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing. #T3#
Griffin is working to get back to half guard.
BOOM! Sixx connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#ROC#
Griffin is rocked!
Griffin is wriggling around trying to escape.
Griffin is still in real trouble! Can Sixx finish him?
Griffin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Sixx working for a guillotine from mount but Griffin is in no mood to give up.
Sixx connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Sixx trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sixx unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Griffin wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Sixx celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nikki Sixx!
An out of breath and clearly excited Nikki Sixx thanked VanDam Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
Madness Clown Chaos 7
Date: Oct 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Sixx takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sixx thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sixx steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marsden Jr.
A little jabbing left from Sixx on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marsden Jr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at ~T~ Troid - Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Marsden Jr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#CL#
Marsden Jr closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Sixx pulls guard.
Sixx is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Sixx working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marsden Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marsden Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Sixx throws his legs up looking for a submission but Marsden Jr uses it to pass to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Marsden Jr stands up.
Sixx takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Marsden Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Marsden Jr tries to clinch up.
Nice uppercut there from Marsden Jr.#TD2#
Sixx shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Marsden Jr is trying to defend but Sixx finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sixx prevents Marsden Jr from standing back up.
Sixx passes to full mount!
Sixx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Marsden Jr is looking to escape.
Marsden Jr is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
#T2#
Sixx throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Marsden Jr is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Sixx in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marsden Jr blocking the ground and pound.
Sixx looking to finish Marsden Jr with some ground and pound. This is bad for Marsden Jr!#ES#
Marsden Jr somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
Marsden Jr scores with a one two! Sixx had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sixx uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marsden Jr.
Sixx shoots in for a takedown but Marsden Jr shows good takedown defense.
Brandon Marsden Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sixx looks to score with a jab to the body but Marsden Jr is just out of range.
Marsden Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sixx manages to avoid it.
And Sixx tries to counter it with a takedown but Marsden Jr pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Sixx shoots in but no luck this time.
Marsden Jr swings for the body but Sixx moves out of range.
A jab from Sixx does it's job there.
Marsden Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sixx counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marsden Jr's corner calls for a 1-2. Marsden Jr obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Marsden Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD2#
Sixx gets the takedown into side control.
Marsden Jr is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Sixx asserts his dominance and retains side control.#ES#
Marsden Jr throws Sixx to one side and escapes!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sixx takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Brandon Marsden Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sixx takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Marsden Jr throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Marsden Jr punishes Sixx's body with a nice straight punch.
Sixx walks into a left hand.
Marsden Jr misses with a straight right.
Marsden Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Sixx misses.
Marsden Jr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marsden Jr is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sixx walks into a stiff left hand from Marsden Jr.
Marsden Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Sixx shoots in for a takedown but Marsden Jr shows good takedown defense.
Brandon Marsden Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikki Sixx.
Sixx moves away from the strike by Marsden Jr.
Sixx is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marsden Jr scores with a decent looking hook.
Marsden Jr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Marsden Jr lands a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Marsden Jr clinches up with Sixx and pushes him back against the cage.
Marsden Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Marsden Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Marsden Jr dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sixx has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Marsden Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sixx drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marsden Jr defends it well.
A swing and a miss from Marsden Jr.
Sixx feints the counter takedown.
Sixx takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Marsden Jr scores with a hook to the body. Sixx takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #CL2#
Sixx gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Marsden Jr scores with a shot to the side of Sixx's head.
Marsden Jr prevents a takedown attempt there.
Marsden Jr being controlled against the cage.
Marsden Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Marsden Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sixx tries to pull guard but Marsden Jr holds him up against the cage and eventually Sixx drops back down to his feet.
Marsden Jr is leaning against Sixx and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sixx misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
A short uppercut from Marsden Jr.
Marsden Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Sixx pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Marsden Jr takes a swing at Sixx's ribcage but misses.
Marsden Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sixx moves away.
Sixx now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marsden Jr takes a swing at Sixx's ribcage but misses.
Sixx lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Marsden Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Marsden Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Sixx.
Marsden Jr tries to clinch up but Sixx circles away and keeps his distance.
Sixx looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marsden Jr scores with a decent looking hook.
Marsden Jr stuffs the takedown.
Brandon Marsden Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikki Sixx.
Sixx circles away from the clinch attempt.
Marsden Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Sixx counters with a one-two to the body.
Sixx takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Marsden Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sixx can do to turn this around?
Marsden Jr connects with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marsden Jr thuds a left hand into Sixx's body.#T2##CL2#
Sixx has managed to clinch.
Sixx blocks an uppercut.
Marsden Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Sixx controls his hands.
Marsden Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Marsden Jr lands a left hand.
Marsden Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marsden Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Marsden Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Marsden Jr lands a body shot. #BC2#
Sixx breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marsden Jr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Brandon Marsden Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Sixx takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sixx moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sloppy strikes from Sixx. Those never looked like landing.
Marsden Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sixx.
Marsden Jr lands a head shot.#T3#
Marsden Jr tests Sixx's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Sixx closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Marsden Jr did well to prevent Sixx getting side control.#ES#
Marsden Jr has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Sixx is on him like a limpet, forcing Marsden Jr back against the cage.
Marsden Jr misses with a body punch.
Marsden Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Sixx.
Marsden Jr digs a right hand into Sixx's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sixx's gas tank.
Marsden Jr misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Marsden Jr.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marsden Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sixx wants to get back to striking at distance but Marsden Jr won't allow it.
Marsden Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sixx wants to break free but Marsden Jr has control.
Sixx blocks a body shot from Marsden Jr.
Marsden Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Marsden Jr is pressed up against the cage. Sixx has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Marsden Jr down to the mat. Marsden Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T4##CL#
Marsden Jr pushes Sixx up against the cage in a clinch.
A body shot lands from Marsden Jr.
Marsden Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Sixx controls his hands.
Marsden Jr tries a body shot but Sixx blocks it.
Marsden Jr misses with a body punch.
Sixx manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Marsden Jr is working Sixx over against the cage.
A short right from Marsden Jr on the inside.
Sixx doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marsden Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Marsden Jr tries to throw a body punch but Sixx avoids it by throwing Marsden Jr back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sixx is leaning against Marsden Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Marsden Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sixx is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Marsden Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Marsden Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sixx backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Marsden Jr dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sixx throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marsden Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sixx manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut there from Marsden Jr.
Sixx takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nikki Sixx is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sixx circles away from the clinch attempt.
Marsden Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Marsden Jr lands a jab to Sixx's midsection.
Marsden Jr swings for the body but Sixx moves out of range.
Sixx drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marsden Jr defends it well.
Marsden Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sixx looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sixx ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Marsden Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marsden Jr with a nice cross.#TD2#
Sixx drives through with a takedown into Marsden Jr's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marsden Jr preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Marsden Jr is looking to stand up but Sixx isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Sixx landing some decent shots from guard.
Marsden Jr wants to stand and escape but Sixx is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sixx prevents Marsden Jr from getting back to his feet.
Sixx throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Marsden Jr works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Sixx has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Marsden Jr is wriggling around but Sixx manages to pass to half guard.
Marsden Jr is trying to stand.
Sixx wants to free his trapped foot but Marsden Jr is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Marsden Jr is trying to stand back up but Sixx is controlling him
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sixx keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sixx throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Marsden Jr here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Sixx takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#TD2#
Sixx shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Marsden Jr's guard.
Marsden Jr is wriggling around but Sixx manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
Nikki Sixx has got the better of the ground game so far.
Marsden Jr is trying to escape back to his feet but Sixx uses the scramble to pass into side control.
#SUB2#
Sixx tries for a kimura but Marsden Jr is defending well.
Sixx landing a few strikes. #T3#
Sixx trying to control the position but Marsden Jr is working away.
My spies in Jako Gym inform me that Sixx has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Marsden Jr prevents Sixx from moving into mount.
Sixx takes a little break here. Marsden Jr wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Sixx prevents Marsden Jr from escaping the position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#ES#
Marsden Jr throws Sixx to one side and escapes!
Marsden Jr scores with a body shot.
Marsden Jr will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sixx uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marsden Jr.
Sixx has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The fight stays on the outside here - Marsden Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Marsden Jr wants to clinch.
Sixx wants to counter the offense by Marsden Jr and move into the clinch position.
Nikki Sixx has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marsden Jr scores with a jab to the body.
Marsden Jr lands with an overhand left.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon Marsden Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Marsden Jr, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brandon Marsden Jr!
As Brandon Marsden Jr got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: I ain't surprised'.
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Event:
Madness Insanity 6
Date: Sep 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Robbins throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sixx.
Robbins stalks Sixx and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sixx's face. Sixx staggers backwards, shaken.#TD#
Robbins scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Robbins lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Robbins is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sixx defends it well.
Sixx is controlling Robbins's trapped leg to prevent Robbins from advancing to side control.
Robbins is thwarting Sixx's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Sixx looking for submissions off his back.
Robbins is controlling the pace.
Robbins working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Sixx wants to improve his position but Robbins is controlling well.
Sixx moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Sixx has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Robbins can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Robbins loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Robbins got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sixx has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Robbins has managed to get both his arms back between Sixx's legs - danger averted.
Robbins trying to control the position from guard on top but Sixx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robbins in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2##SUB2#
Sixx has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Robbins should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Sixx has tightened it up now! Robbins should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nikki Sixx!
Nikki Sixx gave a mention to VanDam Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
Madness 12 Huang vs Sixx
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Huang fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sixx sprawls well initially but Huang persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Sixx has one foot on Huang's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Huang is looking to clinch but Sixx is avoiding it.
Kevin Huang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Huang drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Sixx is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Huang defends well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Sixx working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Huang doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Huang manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Huang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sixx looking for a sweep. Not yet Sixx, not yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sixx holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Huang is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sixx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Huang passes Sixx's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Huang is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sixx is trying to maintain the position but Huang is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Huang is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sixx sees it coming and defends easily.
Huang is nestled in close to Sixx, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
My spies in Relentless Gym inform me that Huang has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Sixx has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Huang is working away from the top position though.
Huang frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sixx is desperately trying to improve his position but Huang has a good base and remains in mount.
Huang is trying to take his opponent's back.
Sixx is squirming around, avoiding Huang's attempts to control the action.
Huang lands a big elbow. #SUB2#
Huang is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Sixx is surviving well by controlling Huang's body position as best he can. #T3#
Huang tries to control but Sixx wriggling away.
Sixx is desperately trying to improve his position but Huang has a good base and remains in mount.
Huang controlling the position easily from mount.
Sixx wants to hold on but Huang pushes him away.
Sixx is desperately trying to improve his position but Huang has a good base and remains in mount.
Huang scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Sixx?
Huang lands a couple of good shots and Sixx has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#ROC2#
Sixx is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Nikki Sixx has been cut.#SUB2#
Huang working for the choke.
Oh Sixx is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Sixx tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Huang has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Sixx is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kevin Huang!
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Event:
EFC Pato vs Paa
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Sixx tries to clinch but Baccalieri is having none of it.
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Sixx.
Sixx fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A nice side step and Baccalieri releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice defenses there by Sixx.
Sixx keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baccalieri.
Sixx pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Baccalieri stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Baccalieri lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sixx fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sixx looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sixx looks to land a combination but Baccalieri avoids it well.
Baccalieri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sixx.
Sixx ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Baccalieri throws a shot to the body.
Sixx fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Baccalieri looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sixx throws a poor cross that misses
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand.
Nikki Sixx seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sixx loads up on a big right hand but Baccalieri slips the punch.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Sixx.
Bobby Baccalieri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Baccalieri throws the left hand but Sixx avoids the punch easily.
Sixx pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sixx tries to land a front kick but Baccalieri steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sixx takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sixx fails to land with a series of punches.
Sixx misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nikki Sixx. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sixx with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baccalieri to score with a decent uppercut.
Sixx steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Sixx throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baccalieri avoids the body shot from Sixx.
Sixx throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baccalieri counters with a nice uppercut.
Baccalieri throws a shot from downtown. Sixx moves away and avoids it.
Sixx throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Sixx throws a hook but Baccalieri avoids it easily.
Sixx avoids the body shot from Baccalieri.
Sixx misses with an uppercut. Baccalieri saw that one coming.
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Sixx.
Baccalieri now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Baccalieri fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sixx manages to avoid it.
Baccalieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baccalieri displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sixx.
Baccalieri scores with a hook to the body. Sixx takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sixx digs a good body shot into Baccalieri's ribs.#TD#
Sixx feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sixx accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sixx won't allow Baccalieri to sweep him here. #T3#
Baccalieri is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Baccalieri pulls Sixx in close to his closed guard and prevents Sixx from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sixx's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sixx trying to control but Baccalieri is working from the bottom.
Baccalieri wants to get back to his feet but Sixx is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sixx lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.
Sixx tries to close the distance and clinch but Baccalieri swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sixx takes a swing at Baccalieri's ribcage but misses. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sixx pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sixx lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.
Baccalieri takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Baccalieri getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Baccalieri stuffs the takedown.
Sixx steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri stuffs the takedown attempt from Sixx. Sixx gets slowly back to his feet.
Sixx throws a lazy uppercut
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Baccalieri lands an overhand right.
Baccalieri cracks Sixx with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by Sixx.
Sixx steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Sixx thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sixx fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Baccalieri throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sixx throws a leg kick
and Baccalieri counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sixx tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jab, jab by Baccalieri - just one landing.
Nikki Sixx is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Baccalieri scores with a decent looking hook.
A swing and a miss from Baccalieri.
Sixx misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Baccalieri! But no joy.
Sixx fails in his attempt to clinch.
Baccalieri just misses with a punch to the body.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sixx tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baccalieri was well out of range. Poor timing from Sixx.
Baccalieri's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sixx under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri looks to throw the jab but Sixx is out of range.
Sixx misses with a lunging right hand
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand. #ROC2#
Sixx is rocked!
Baccalieri has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Sixx walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Baccalieri swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Bobby Baccalieri!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobby Baccalieri thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EFC Pato vs Alcala
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sixx lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sixx misses with an elbow strike.
Sixx is looking for a takedown.
Sixx is trying to break the clinch but Serada has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Sixx's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Serada lands a jab.
Serada tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sixx was well out of range. Poor timing from Serada.#TD2#
Sixx closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Serada to the mat! Serada manages to get full guard.
Sixx trying to control but Serada is working from the bottom.
Serada trying to control the position.
Serada keeping moving, preventing Sixx from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sixx drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Serada manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sixx has Serada in his guard.#REVR##T1#
Sixx wants to stand but Serada is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Sixx throws his legs up looking for a submission but Serada uses it to pass to side control.
Sixx manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Sixx seems to be looking for submissions.
Sixx sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
Serada works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sixx wants to control from the top but Serada keeps moving.
Serada bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sixx's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Serada avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Sixx is looking for a triangle here but Serada uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Sixx manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
Sixx is looking to improve his position.
Sixx trying to get back to full guard but Serada takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Serada wants to control the pace but Sixx is squirming around nicely.
Serada prevents Sixx from getting the reversal.
Sixx slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sixx is refusing to be controlled, as Serada sits in half guard.
Sixx trying to control here.
#T4#
Sixx tries to get to full guard but Serada has control of the leg.
Sixx tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Serada prevents Sixx from improving his position.
Serada really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Sixx gets back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Sixx is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Serada is aware though and is defending well.
Serada's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nikki Sixx will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Serada looks to land a right hand but Sixx moved out of range.#CL2#
Serada gets tackled into the cage by Sixx. Sixx maintains the clinch. #BC#
Serada pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sixx takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Serada tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sixx was well out of range. Poor timing from Serada.
Sixx lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sixx darts in looking for a takedown but Serada gets double underhooks and turns Sixx into the cage. #TD2#
Sixx closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sixx lands in his opponent's guard.
Sixx wants to control from the top but Serada keeps moving.
Sixx advances to half guard.
Nikki Sixx has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Sixx trying to control the action but Serada is working from the bottom.
Sixx tries to pass to full mount but Serada defends it.
Sixx is stalling here. Serada is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Sixx seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Serada has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
You can see the frustration on Sixx's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sixx manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Sixx actively working from the bottom here.
Serada seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sixx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sixx trying to control but Serada postures up.
Serada controlling the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sixx manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Serada won't allow Sixx to sweep him here.
Serada will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3##SUB2#
Sixx working for submissions but it's allowed Serada to get to half guard.
Serada content to control rather than advance.
Sixx is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sixx trying to control but Serada postures up.
Sixx is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Serada is staying active.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Serada prevents Sixx from improving his position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Sixx drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Serada knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sixx on the ground.
Serada defending against the ground and pound.
Serada is looking to regain half guard here but Sixx keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sixx has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Serada!#SUB2#
Sixx goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Serada is on top in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rudi Serada will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Sixx shoots and misses
letting Serada counter with a right hand.
Sixx misses with a hook
and Serada counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sixx wants to clinch.
Sixx tries to clinch up
and Serada counters with a nice uppercut.
Serada is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sixx scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Serada displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sixx throws out the jab.
Sixx drops his hands momentarily and Serada takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sixx lunges at Serada with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Serada's hand. #TD2#
Serada gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sixx to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Serada keeping moving, preventing Sixx from controlling successfully. #T1#
Sixx missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Serada keeping moving, preventing Sixx from controlling successfully.
Sixx sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Serada's guard. #SUB2#
Sixx is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Serada defends it well. #SUB2#
Sixx seems to be looking for submissions.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sixx missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sixx is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Serada keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Serada is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sixx wants to control but instead Serada manages to regain half guard.
Sixx controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Sixx is working for a submission of some sort.
Sixx stalling. #T3#
Serada is looking to control Sixx's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Serada avoid being mounted?
Sixx wants to pass the guard but Serada is defending well.
Sixx trying to control from half guard but Serada is working away. #SUB2#
Sixx seems to be working for a kimura but Serada defends the submission attempt.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sixx trying to control from half guard but Serada is working away.
Sixx seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sixx is looking to take a break and control but Serada is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sixx works his way into full mount!
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikki Sixx comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sixx 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
EFC Tronstone vs Beecher
Date: Jun 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Manley moves out of range as Sixx strikes.
Sixx swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sixx fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL2#
Sixx pushes Manley up against the cage in a clinch.
Sixx has Manley pushed against the cage.
Sixx throws a knee to the head but misses.
#TD#
Manley has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Sixx regains guard immediately.
Manley with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sixx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manley chips away with some ground and pound.
Manley trying to control the position from guard on top but Sixx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Sixx is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Manley is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Sixx trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Sixx throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1##SUB2#
Sixx throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Manley avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Sixx is looking for a triangle but Manley pushes his legs off easily.
Manley scoring with some ground and pound.
Sixx wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Manley is posturing up here but Sixx has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Manley tries to roll out but it's too tight and Manley has to tap! Slick submission there by Sixx!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nikki Sixx!
Nikki Sixx thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
EFC Ruenroeng vs Built 2
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Benavidez ducks under a wild hook from Sixx.
It looked like Benavidez wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Benavidez punishes Sixx's body with a nice straight punch.
Benavidez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Benavidez wants it to stay on the feet.
Sixx throws a hook to the side of Benavidez's head but Benavidez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sixx takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sixx takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Benavidez throws the left hand but Sixx avoids the punch easily.
Sixx tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sixx scores with a nice strike.
Benavidez throws a shot from downtown. Sixx moves away and avoids it.
Benavidez lands a nice looking body shot.
Benavidez misses with a wild body shot.
Sixx throws a body punch but Benavidez moves out of range.
Benavidez moves away from the strike by Sixx.
Sixx throws a lazy right hand but Benavidez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sixx misses with a double jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Benavidez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sixx was well out of range. Poor timing from Benavidez.
Sixx drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Benavidez defends it well.
Benavidez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sixx.
Sixx thuds his right hand into Benavidez's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Benavidez throws a shot from downtown. Sixx moves away and avoids it.
Benavidez lands the left hand.
Benavidez cracks Sixx with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Benavidez looks to land a right hand but Sixx moved out of range.
Sixx swinging wildly here.
A swing and a miss from Benavidez.
Benavidez lands a jab to Sixx's midsection.
Benavidez swings for the body but Sixx moves out of range.
Sixx fails with a takedown attempt.
Sixx misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Sixx clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Sixx manages to break the clinch.
Sixx scores with a hook.
Benavidez comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sixx has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Sixx throws a right hand that misses
and Benavidez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sixx throws a hook but Benavidez blocks it.
Benavidez scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
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!
Sixx slips a jab from Benavidez.
Sixx drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Benavidez defends it well.#TD2#
Sixx closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Sixx controlling the action here.#SUB#
Benavidez actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Sixx is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Benavidez sees it coming and defends easily.
Benavidez is looking for a sweep. Sixx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Sixx is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Benavidez defends it well.
Sixx wants to pass the guard but Benavidez is defending well.
Benavidez is trying to control but can't.
#T3##SUB#
Benavidez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Benavidez actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Benavidez gets full guard.
Benavidez wants to sweep here but Sixx controlling him for the moment.
Sixx trying to control but Benavidez is working from the bottom.
Sixx might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Benavidez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Sixx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Benavidez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sixx slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Sixx is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Benavidez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Sixx tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Benavidez gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Benavidez wants to control but Sixx is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Benavidez looking for submissions off his back.
Sixx is trying to control. Benavidez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
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 Roy Benavidez will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Benavidez throws a shot from downtown. Sixx moves away and avoids it.
Benavidez circles away from the clinch attempt
and Sixx takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sixx shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Benavidez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sixx thinking.
Roy Benavidez is winning the standup battle so far.
Benavidez misses with a straight left.
Sixx is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sixx takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Benavidez takes a swing at Sixx's ribcage but misses.
Benavidez's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sixx under the eye.
Sixx misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sixx shoots in and drives through. Benavidez sprawls well.
Sixx throws a series of punches but Benavidez avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Benavidez's waist but Benavidez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sixx off to one side.
Roy Benavidez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikki Sixx.
Benavidez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sixx looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice shot by Benavidez.
Benavidez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sixx can do to turn this around?
Sixx throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Benavidez bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sixx looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sixx throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Sixx doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sixx takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sixx tries to clinch there but Benavidez circles away.
A little feinted left hand from Benavidez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Benavidez scores with a nice right hand.
Benavidez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sixx stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Benavidez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sixx looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Benavidez connects with the punch.
A jab from Benavidez does it's job there.
A lazy left from Benavidez finds it's target.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sixx.
Benavidez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Benavidez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sixx moves away.
Benavidez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sixx stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
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!
Benavidez scores with a nice head shot.
Benavidez lands an overhand right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sixx darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T2#
Sixx staying out of range there.
Benavidez scores with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Sixx throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Benavidez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sixx.
Sixx scores with a sloppy right hand. Benavidez should have avoided that one.
Benavidez dips to his left and cracks Sixx with an uppercut!
Sixx keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sixx takes one to the chin there.
Roy Benavidez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Benavidez lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sixx throws a right and a left that both miss.
Benavidez looks to throw the jab but Sixx is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Benavidez.
Sixx throws a head kick that misses.
Benavidez fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sixx throws a sloppy head kick and Benavidez moves out of range easily.
Benavidez stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Benavidez misses the shot to the body.
Benavidez digs a good hook to Sixx's body.
Sixx might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T3#
Sixx walks into a stiff left hand from Benavidez.
A big left from Benavidez misses.
Benavidez lands with an overhand left.
Sixx takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Benavidez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sixx takes a swing at Benavidez's ribcage but misses.
Sixx throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sixx doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sixx lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Benavidez circles away quickly and effectively.
Sixx ducks under a wild hook from Benavidez.
Sixx staying out of range there.
Sixx avoids the body shot from Benavidez.
Sixx misses with a body shot.
Benavidez lands a jab to Sixx's midsection.
Sixx takes one to the chin there.
Sixx uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Benavidez.
Sixx misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sixx looks to score with a jab to the body but Benavidez is just out of range.
Benavidez throwing a counter right hand but Sixx manages to avoid it.#T4#
Sixx moves in looking to clinch but Benavidez pushes him off.
Sixx takes one on the button.
Benavidez ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Benavidez looks to score with a jab to the body but Sixx is just out of range.
Sixx scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Benavidez lands a jab to the head.
Benavidez throws a hook to the side of Sixx's head but Sixx sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Benavidez uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Benavidez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Benavidez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sixx looks for the body kick but Benavidez saw that one coming.
Benavidez throwing a counter right hand but Sixx manages to avoid it.
Sixx takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Benavidez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A left and a right from Sixx both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Roy Benavidez has been cut.
Sixx lands a nice hook to Benavidez's body. Benavidez takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Benavidez lands a jab to the nose.#TD2#
Sixx shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Nikki Sixx has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sixx trying to control the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roy Benavidez dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Roy Benavidez's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sixx takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Benavidez lands a jab to the nose.
Benavidez getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sixx throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Benavidez on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sixx misses with a looping right.
A little feinted left hand from Benavidez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sixx misses with a body shot.
Benavidez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Benavidez throws a shot to the body.
Benavidez moves out of range as Sixx strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benavidez circles away from the clinch attempt
and Benavidez counters with a right hand to the body.
Benavidez misses with a hook. Sixx ducked under it nicely.
And Sixx tries to counter it with a takedown but Benavidez pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sixx avoids the body shot from Benavidez.
Sixx tries to clinch but Benavidez moves away
and Benavidez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Sixx swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Benavidez was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Benavidez getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice straight punches there by Benavidez. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Benavidez.
Benavidez lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sixx tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Benavidez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sixx takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sixx moves out of range as Benavidez strikes.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sixx looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Benavidez lands a lovely overhand right.
Sixx misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Benavidez.
A left lands for Benavidez.
Benavidez scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sixx doesn't seem bothered though.
A big left from Benavidez misses.
Benavidez lands a really nice looking cross but Sixx seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Benavidez lands a jab.
Sixx lands a lovely overhand right.
Roy Benavidez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Sixx moves out of range as Benavidez strikes.
Sixx lands with a right hand.
Benavidez just misses with a punch to the body.
Sixx shoots in looking for a takedown but Benavidez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sixx's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sixx throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Benavidez lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sixx connects with a nice looking jab.
Benavidez lands with a hook. Sixx tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Good shot there by Sixx.
Sixx throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Benavidez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Benavidez slips under a jab.
Benavidez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sixx changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sixx looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sixx drops his hands momentarily and Benavidez takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Benavidez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
A jab from Benavidez misses.
Benavidez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sixx takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Benavidez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sixx stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Benavidez throws a big shot that misses.
Benavidez lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice defenses there by Benavidez.
Benavidez lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Benavidez lands with a nice body punch.
Benavidez connects with a right hand. Sixx shakes it off.
Sixx looks to land a left hand but Benavidez moved out of range nicely.
Benavidez moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sixx takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sixx has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sixx doesn't manage to clinch there - Benavidez circles away.
Benavidez throws a jab when Sixx was well out of range.
Sixx takes one to the chin there.
Sixx cracks Benavidez with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T4#
Sixx shoots in and drives through. Benavidez sprawls well.
Roy Benavidez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikki Sixx.
Sixx misses with a takedown
and Benavidez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sixx takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Benavidez takes one to the chin there.
Sixx looks to land a combination but Benavidez avoids it well.
It looked like Benavidez wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Benavidez lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice body punch from Benavidez.
Jab, jab by Benavidez - just one landing.
Benavidez lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sixx tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Benavidez defends well and Sixx ends up having to push Benavidez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nikki Sixx has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Benavidez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sixx at a distance.
Benavidez scores with a hook to the body. Sixx takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Benavidez scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Benavidez lands a nice shot to the body.
Benavidez connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sixx tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Benavidez was well out of range. Poor timing from Sixx.
Sixx throws a shot from downtown. Benavidez moves away and avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roy Benavidez showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Benavidez, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roy Benavidez!
Roy Benavidez tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
ADWGC Sydney
Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx (ranked 1090 p4p, 153 weight class) and Rafael Loureiro (ranked 2869 p4p, 352 weight class). Sixx comes to the cage accompanied by Niykee Heaton. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Rafael Loureiro was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Rafael Loureiro!
The judges for this bout are John Mangel, Chris Dean and Damien Edna.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Loureiro closes the distance and pushes Sixx back into the cage.
Loureiro ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Loureiro no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Sixx wants to control from the top but Loureiro keeps moving.
Sixx slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've been hearing that Sixx has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Sixx forces his way into half guard.
Loureiro actively working from the bottom here.
Loureiro is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Loureiro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Loureiro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Loureiro is looking for a sweep. Sixx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Loureiro looking for submissions off his back.
Loureiro wants to improve his position but Sixx is controlling well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loureiro keeps working.
Loureiro looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Sixx pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (3) vs (0) Loureiro
Sixx looking for a guillotine from mount but Loureiro is having none of it.
Sixx sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Loureiro is trying to escape the mount.
Sixx wants to control the pace but Loureiro is squirming around nicely.
Loureiro sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Loureiro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily.
Loureiro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sixx is working for a kimura but Loureiro is defending it quite comfortably.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Loureiro sees it coming and defends easily.
Sixx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Loureiro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sixx is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Loureiro defends it well.
Sixx wants to pass the guard but Loureiro is defending well.
Loureiro is pressing down on Sixx's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sixx is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sixx looking to pass the guard.
Loureiro working for a triangle but Sixx defends it easily.
Sixx got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loureiro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sixx has managed to get both his arms back between Loureiro's legs - danger averted.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Loureiro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx passes into half guard.
Loureiro actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Sixx prevents Loureiro from improving his position.
Loureiro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sixx trying to control from half guard but Loureiro is working away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Loureiro actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sixx has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Loureiro actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Loureiro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sixx.
Sixx is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Loureiro is defending against the submission attempts here by Sixx.
Sixx looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sixx trying to control from half guard but Loureiro is working away.
Loureiro tries to get to full guard but Sixx has control of the leg.
Sixx looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loureiro actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx is pressing down on Loureiro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Loureiro is holding on for now.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Loureiro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Loureiro has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Sixx. Oh but Loureiro has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Sixx goes limp - he's gone! Loureiro jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rafael Loureiro!
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Event:
ADWGC 7
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jammal Drinkwiskey (ranked 16069 p4p, 595 weight class) and Nikki Sixx (ranked 978 p4p, 135 weight class). Drinkwiskey comes to the cage accompanied by Distress - Progress/Regress. Sixx is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Niykee Heaton. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Jammal Drinkwiskey! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Nikki Sixx!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Drinkwiskey gets caught napping as Sixx dives in and scores a takedown. Drinkwiskey manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drinkwiskey (0) vs (2) Sixx
Drinkwiskey is controlling Sixx's posture.
Sixx controlling from the top position.
Drinkwiskey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Drinkwiskey keeping moving, preventing Sixx from controlling successfully.
Drinkwiskey manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sixx manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drinkwiskey (2) vs (2) Sixx
Drinkwiskey is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sixx managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drinkwiskey stopping the sweep attempt from Sixx.
Drinkwiskey controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drinkwiskey trying to control but Sixx is working from the bottom.
Drinkwiskey engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx looking to control but Drinkwiskey passes into half guard.
Drinkwiskey seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Drinkwiskey wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sixx keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx wants to get back to full guard.
Drinkwiskey is controlling the pace.
Drinkwiskey trying to control the action but Sixx is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey is taking a breather. Sixx 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.
Sixx trying to hold on to Drinkwiskey's head to control him but Drinkwiskey postures up.
Drinkwiskey stalling.
Drinkwiskey wants to control but Sixx is keeping him busy.
Sixx regains full guard. Nicely done.
Drinkwiskey is pushing down on Sixx's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sixx is fighting to maintain full guard but Drinkwiskey has managed to sneak the leg through.
Drinkwiskey sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Sixx tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Drinkwiskey has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Drinkwiskey (5) vs (2) Sixx
Sixx slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sixx keeps working.
Sixx is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Drinkwiskey pulls his head out easily.
Drinkwiskey wants to advance to full mount but Sixx doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Sixx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Drinkwiskey tries to free his leg and advance position but Sixx is retaining full guard.
Sixx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Drinkwiskey engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sixx looking for a sweep. Not yet Sixx, not yet.
Drinkwiskey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sixx swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Our spies down at at Jako Gym inform us that Sixx has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Sixx not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey trying to control but Sixx is working from the bottom.
Sixx looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sixx is looking for a triangle but Drinkwiskey pushes his legs off easily.
Drinkwiskey trying to control but Sixx is working from the bottom.
Drinkwiskey wants to pass the guard but Sixx is keeping the position.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Drinkwiskey from controlling successfully.
Drinkwiskey content to stall in guard here.
Sixx is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey stands and throws Sixx's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drinkwiskey (8) vs (2) Sixx
Sixx tries to improve position but can't.
Drinkwiskey slows the pace down.
Drinkwiskey trying to control the action but Sixx is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Drinkwiskey stalls from top position.
Drinkwiskey tries for a kimura but Sixx is defending well.
Sixx is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sixx desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Sixx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sixx.
Drinkwiskey wants to control from the top but Sixx keeps moving.
Drinkwiskey passes Sixx's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Drinkwiskey slows the pace down in half guard.
Drinkwiskey looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sixx looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sixx is trying to get back to full guard.
Drinkwiskey wants to free his trapped foot but Sixx is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Drinkwiskey is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sixx looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sixx is not content to let Drinkwiskey control the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sixx trying to control but Drinkwiskey postures up.
Drinkwiskey wants to free his trapped foot but Sixx is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sixx is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Drinkwiskey is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Drinkwiskey has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Drinkwiskey (11) vs (2) Sixx
Sixx is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Drinkwiskey tries to control but Sixx wriggling away.
Sixx tries to improve his position but instead Drinkwiskey has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Drinkwiskey (14) vs (2) Sixx
Sixx tries to roll but Drinkwiskey sticks to his back.
Drinkwiskey has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Sixx has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey biding his time, looking for the opening.
Sixx tries to escape but Drinkwiskey has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Drinkwiskey trying to control momentarily.
Sixx fending off the submission attempt from Drinkwiskey.
Sixx manages to reverse the position and now he's in Drinkwiskey's guard. Nice work there by Sixx.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drinkwiskey (14) vs (4) Sixx
Sixx trying to control but Drinkwiskey is working from the bottom.
Drinkwiskey is trying to keep Sixx in close.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sixx tries to free his leg and advance position but Drinkwiskey is retaining full guard.
Drinkwiskey seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Drinkwiskey trying to keep a closed guard but Sixx is proving a slippery customer.
Drinkwiskey working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sixx doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sixx manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sixx forces his way into half guard.
Sixx trying to control the action but Drinkwiskey is working from the bottom.
Sixx looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Drinkwiskey is trying to maintain the position but Sixx is very close to passing his half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Drinkwiskey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Drinkwiskey looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Sixx advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Drinkwiskey (14) vs (7) Sixx
Drinkwiskey tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Drinkwiskey knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sixx tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sixx working away.
Drinkwiskey is trying to improve his position.
Sixx is trying to get an arm triangle but Drinkwiskey is defending well.
Sixx is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Drinkwiskey is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Drinkwiskey is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Drinkwiskey's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sixx thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Drinkwiskey is looking to regain half guard here but Sixx keeps moving and retains side control.
Sixx tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Drinkwiskey is trying to control Sixx's posture but Sixx avoids it.
Sixx tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Drinkwiskey is looking to reverse the position.
Sixx trying to control the position but Drinkwiskey is working away.
Sixx thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Drinkwiskey holding on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Drinkwiskey is trying to control Sixx's posture but Sixx avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Drinkwiskey takes the fight on points by 14 to 7.
After the fight, Jammal Drinkwiskey was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
GRAPPLEMANIA PPV
Date: Feb 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx (ranked 919 p4p, 125 weight class) and Hero Galanos (ranked 621 p4p, 84 weight class). Sixx comes to the cage accompanied by Niykee Heaton. Galanos has chosen oh boy, he's walking out in gladiator trunks as his entrance music. Hero Galanos told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Hero Galanos!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Joseph Jones and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Galanos bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sixx (0) vs (4) Galanos
Sixx gets back to half guard.
Galanos prevents Sixx from improving his position.
Galanos controlling the pace.
Sixx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sixx.
Galanos's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sixx working for a triangle but Galanos defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galanos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sixx is keeping the position for now.
Sixx managing to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx wants to control but Galanos passes easily into half guard.
Galanos prevents Sixx from improving his position.
Galanos trying to mount his opponent but Sixx defends it.
Galanos is looking to take a break and control but Sixx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Galanos works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (0) vs (7) Galanos
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Galanos looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sixx tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Galanos wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Galanos tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Sixx's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sixx manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (2) vs (7) Galanos
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Galanos wants to control but Sixx is keeping busy.
Sixx is looking for a kimura here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is looking to take a break and control but Galanos is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sixx wants to free his trapped foot but Galanos is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sixx seems to be looking for submissions.
Sixx is keen to just control but Galanos is a slippery customer.
Galanos controlling the position well.
Galanos is trying to control but can't.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is looking for a kimura but Galanos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sixx to get the leverage.
Galanos trying to hold on to Sixx's head to control him but Sixx postures up.
Galanos is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sixx's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sixx's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sixx (2) vs (11) Galanos
Galanos keeps control of the position as Sixx tries to break free.
Sixx manages to reverse the position and now he's in Galanos's guard. Nice work there by Sixx.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (4) vs (11) Galanos
Sixx trying to control the position from guard on top but Galanos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Galanos has his foot on Sixx's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sixx works his way back into a safe position though.
Galanos looking for a sweep. Not yet Galanos, not yet.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Galanos is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sixx controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sixx trying to control but Galanos is working from the bottom.
Galanos looking to control.
Sixx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sixx got a little sloppy there for a moment and Galanos has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sixx has managed to get both his arms back between Galanos's legs - danger averted.
Galanos trying to keep a closed guard but Sixx is proving a slippery customer.
Sixx is pushing down on Galanos's leg trying to pass to half guard. Galanos is fighting to maintain full guard but Sixx has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Galanos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Galanos is in trouble now - Sixx has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (7) vs (11) Galanos
Sixx fails to move to back control.
Galanos has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Sixx wants to control the action but instead Galanos gets a body lock and reverses into Sixx's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (7) vs (13) Galanos
Galanos content to stall in guard here.
Galanos wants to pass the guard but Sixx is keeping the position.
Sixx looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Galanos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sixx working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Galanos doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Galanos manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sixx is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (9) vs (13) Galanos
Galanos is trying to maintain the position but Sixx is very close to passing his half guard.
Sixx is trying to work for a kimura but Galanos is defending well.
Sixx stalling away here and it's allowed Galanos to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Galanos is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (9) vs (15) Galanos
Sixx is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Galanos has latched onto it... Big trouble! Galanos pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Sixx is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Galanos!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hero Galanos!
After winning the bout, Hero Galanos thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (205lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx (ranked 900 p4p, 120 weight class) and Roger De Santos (ranked 2119 p4p, 243 weight class). Sixx comes to the cage accompanied by Niykee Heaton. Roger De Santos is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Roger De Santos!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Cecil Peabody and Frank Dennis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sixx drives through and clinches with De Santos against the cage.
De Santos is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Sixx can't fight it off and eventually De Santos manages to take the fight to the floor. Sixx looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixx (0) vs (2) De Santos
Sixx has De Santos pulled in close to control his posture.
Sixx is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sixx escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. De Santos gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing De Santos from controlling successfully.
Sixx looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Santos wants to control from the top but Sixx keeps moving.
Sixx is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Santos trying to control but Sixx is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Santos is pushing down on Sixx's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sixx is fighting to maintain full guard but De Santos has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sixx looking for submissions off his back.
De Santos tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sixx knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sixx is staying active underneath De Santos, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
De Santos is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
De Santos trying to control from half guard but Sixx is working away.
Sixx manages to get to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
De Santos trying to control but Sixx is working from the bottom.
De Santos tries to free his leg and advance position but Sixx is retaining full guard.
Sixx can't keep his opponent in guard - De Santos advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sixx is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of De Santos's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take De Santos's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sixx (4) vs (2) De Santos
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
De Santos is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
De Santos is trying to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, De Santos has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Sixx is looking for the choke from the back position but De Santos is controlling his hands well.
Sixx seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
De Santos rolls, trying to escape but Sixx keeps control of the position.
I would not like to be De Santos right now.
Sixx tightening his grip on De Santos, looking for the choke.
Sixx tries to get the hooks in deep but De Santos pushed the leg off.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
What can De Santos do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sixx's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
De Santos just trying to survive but Sixx is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
De Santos looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sixx.
Sixx is looking for the choke from the back position but De Santos is controlling his hands well.
De Santos is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Sixx.
De Santos is keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on De Santos's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Sixx is persistently looking for the submission but De Santos is defending it well.
Sixx is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
De Santos trying to control but not successfully.
De Santos looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sixx.
Sixx controlling well, preventing De Santos from escaping the position.
Sixx working for a choke but De Santos is defending well.
De Santos is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Sixx.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sixx working for a choke but De Santos is defending well.
De Santos manages to reverse the position and now he's in Sixx's guard. Nice work there by De Santos.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (4) vs (4) De Santos
De Santos postures up.
Sixx looking to hit a scissor sweep but De Santos is one step ahead there.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sixx looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! De Santos has picked Sixx up and slammed him! Sixx can't keep hold of the triangle and De Santos manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (4) vs (7) De Santos
Sixx can't do much from the bottom here.
De Santos is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sixx has escaped the position, nice work there.
De Santos in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Sixx is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Roger De Santos!
A victorious Roger De Santos thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Oliver Hedman Karlsson (ranked 1192 p4p, 0 weight class) and Nikki Sixx (ranked 852 p4p, 0 weight class). Sixx has chosen Niykee Heaton as his entrance music. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Oliver Hedman Karlsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Nikki Sixx!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Daniel Blasius and Saam Ante.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Sixx clinches up against the cage.
Sixx has Hedman Karlsson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hedman Karlsson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sixx tries to score a body lock takedown but Hedman Karlsson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hedman Karlsson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (2) vs (0) Sixx
Sixx keeping full guard, as Hedman Karlsson tries to pass.
Sixx wants to sweep here but Hedman Karlsson controlling him for the moment.
Sixx is looking for a triangle here but Hedman Karlsson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (5) vs (0) Sixx
Hedman Karlsson tries to advance to mount but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx looking for a sweep but Hedman Karlsson has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hedman Karlsson (7) vs (0) Sixx
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sixx really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx is controlling an arm, preventing Hedman Karlsson from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Sixx working to try and regain half guard.
Hedman Karlsson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sixx prevents Hedman Karlsson from taking his back.
Sixx tries to reverse the position but Hedman Karlsson maintains control.
Sixx keeps trying to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Sixx is squirming around, avoiding Hedman Karlsson's attempts to control the action.
Sixx is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hedman Karlsson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Sixx is holding on tight.
Sixx sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Sixx tries to get to full guard but Hedman Karlsson has control of the leg.
Sixx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sixx.
Sixx is trying to keep Hedman Karlsson in close.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sixx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hedman Karlsson is one step ahead there.
Sixx trying to control the position.
Sixx wants to sweep here but Hedman Karlsson controlling him for the moment.
Sixx keeping full guard, as Hedman Karlsson tries to pass.
Sixx trying to keep a closed guard but Hedman Karlsson is proving a slippery customer.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sixx is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (7) vs (2) Sixx
Hedman Karlsson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sixx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (9) vs (2) Sixx
Sixx is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hedman Karlsson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sixx swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sixx is looking to sweep but instead, Hedman Karlsson has passed into half guard.
Sixx looking for submissions off his back.
Sixx won't allow Hedman Karlsson to pass to mount.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson moves into full mount! Sixx won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (12) vs (2) Sixx
Hedman Karlsson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sixx is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sixx is trying to reverse the position but instead Hedman Karlsson has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hedman Karlsson (15) vs (2) Sixx
Hedman Karlsson working for a choke but Sixx reverses nicely into Hedman Karlsson 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (15) vs (4) Sixx
Sixx wants to control from the top but Hedman Karlsson keeps moving.
Hedman Karlsson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sixx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hedman Karlsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sixx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hedman Karlsson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sixx wants to control from the top but Hedman Karlsson keeps moving.
Sixx pushes down on Hedman Karlsson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sixx is taking a breather. Hedman Karlsson 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.
Hedman Karlsson is refusing to be controlled, as Sixx sits in half guard.
Sixx has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (15) vs (7) Sixx
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sixx wants to control but Hedman Karlsson is keeping him busy.
Sixx is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hedman Karlsson is just riding it out for now. Sixx eventually gives up the hold.
Sixx is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hedman Karlsson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hedman Karlsson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hedman Karlsson.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hedman Karlsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sixx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hedman Karlsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hedman Karlsson wants to sweep here but Sixx controlling him for the moment.
Sixx trying to control but Hedman Karlsson is working from the bottom.
Hedman Karlsson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sixx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hedman Karlsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sixx doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sixx manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sixx won't allow Hedman Karlsson to sweep him here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson keeping moving, preventing Sixx from controlling successfully.
Sixx pushing down on Hedman Karlsson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hedman Karlsson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sixx wants to control from the top but Hedman Karlsson keeps moving.
Sixx has gone for a leg lock! Hedman Karlsson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sixx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (17) vs (7) Sixx
Sixx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Hedman Karlsson advances to half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is pressing down on Hedman Karlsson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sixx trying to keep a closed guard but Hedman Karlsson is proving a slippery customer.
Hedman Karlsson slips nicely into half guard.
Sixx trying to control here.
Hedman Karlsson wants to pass to mount but Sixx is defending the position.
Sixx wants to improve his position but Hedman Karlsson is controlling well.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sixx won't allow Hedman Karlsson to pass to mount.
Sixx tries to roll over but Hedman Karlsson keeps him under control.
Hedman Karlsson is looking to take a break and control but Sixx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sixx is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hedman Karlsson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sixx works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sixx looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hedman Karlsson passes into half guard.
Hedman Karlsson is pressing down on Sixx's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sixx is holding on for now.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sixx tries to roll over but Hedman Karlsson keeps him under control.
Sixx is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hedman Karlsson jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (20) vs (7) Sixx
Sixx is looking for a sweep.
Sixx wants to control but Hedman Karlsson postures up.
Hedman Karlsson wants to control but Sixx is keeping him busy.
Sixx is trying to work for a sweep but Hedman Karlsson has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hedman Karlsson (22) vs (7) Sixx
Sixx controls the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Sixx regains half guard.
Sixx is looking for a sweep. Hedman Karlsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hedman Karlsson is keen to just control but Sixx is a slippery customer.
Sixx has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hedman Karlsson is working away from the top position though.
Sixx looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is looking for a sweep. Hedman Karlsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sixx is controlling Hedman Karlsson's trapped leg to prevent Hedman Karlsson from advancing to side control.
Hedman Karlsson wants to take a breather but Sixx is having none of it.
Sixx tries to roll over but Hedman Karlsson keeps him under control.
Sixx looking for submissions off his back.
Hedman Karlsson prevents Sixx from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hedman Karlsson moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (25) vs (7) Sixx
And that's the end of the fight!
Hedman Karlsson takes the fight on points by 25 to 7.
Oliver Hedman Karlsson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx (ranked 817 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jammal Drinkwiskey (ranked 8387 p4p, 0 weight class). Sixx comes to the cage accompanied by Niykee Heaton. Drinkwiskey has chosen Distress - Progress/Regress as his entrance music. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jammal Drinkwiskey!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Donald Grub and James Atkins.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Drinkwiskey gets a clinch.
Drinkwiskey has picked Sixx up - he's going for a ride! Drinkwiskey dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixx (0) vs (2) Drinkwiskey
Drinkwiskey wants to pass the guard but Sixx is defending well.
Sixx trying to control but Drinkwiskey postures up.
Sixx is not content to let Drinkwiskey control the position.
Sixx's coaches at Jako Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Drinkwiskey keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drinkwiskey wants to take a breather but Sixx is having none of it.
Sixx is looking to control Drinkwiskey's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sixx avoid being mounted?
Drinkwiskey with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx trying to hold on to Drinkwiskey's head to control him but Drinkwiskey postures up.
Sixx is looking for a sweep. Drinkwiskey is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Sixx is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Drinkwiskey is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sixx defends it well.
Sixx is trying is best to control the position here.
Drinkwiskey controlling the action here.
Sixx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sixx.
Drinkwiskey postures up.
Sixx has his foot on Drinkwiskey's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Drinkwiskey works his way back into a safe position though.
Drinkwiskey sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sixx trying to keep a closed guard but Drinkwiskey is proving a slippery customer.
Sixx is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Drinkwiskey defends well.
Drinkwiskey looking to pass the guard.
Drinkwiskey trying to control but Sixx is working from the bottom.
Drinkwiskey not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Drinkwiskey from controlling successfully.
Sixx trying to control the position.
Sixx had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Drinkwiskey defends it easily.
Drinkwiskey is posturing up here but Sixx has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Drinkwiskey tries to roll out but it's too tight and Drinkwiskey has to tap! Slick submission there by Sixx!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nikki Sixx!
An out of breath Nikki Sixx 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:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Marcin Hold (ranked 7037 p4p, 0 weight class) and Nikki Sixx (ranked 803 p4p, 0 weight class). Hold's entrance music is Eastwest Rockers - Oczy wpatrzone w cel. A fine choice. The crowd seem to be enjoying Sixx's choice of entrance music: Niykee Heaton. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Marcin Hold! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Nikki Sixx!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Richard Clark and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sixx looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sixx pushes Hold up against the cage in a clinch.
Sixx has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Hold clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hold (0) vs (4) Sixx
Hold tries to escape the position.
Hold is working hard here to advance position.
Sixx is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Hold trying to control the action but Sixx just sinks the hooks in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hold showing good submission defense here.
Sixx biding his time, looking for the opening.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A lull in the action here.
Hold defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Sixx's arms.
Sixx is persistently looking for the submission but Hold is defending it well.
I really don't envy Hold right now.
Hold defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Sixx's arms.
Sixx keeps control of the position as Hold tries to break free.
Hold wants to control his opponent's hands but Sixx gets his hands free.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hold tries to escape but Sixx has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hold breaks Sixx's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hold (2) vs (4) Sixx
Sixx keeping full guard, as Hold tries to pass.
Sixx is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hold (2) vs (6) Sixx
Sixx wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hold keeps working.
Hold wants to get back to full guard.
Sixx looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Sixx is looking for a kimura but Hold is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sixx to get the leverage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hold has a hand on Sixx's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Sixx takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hold (2) vs (9) Sixx
Sixx fails to take his opponent's back.
Sixx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hold is looking to escape.
Hold has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Hold (2) vs (12) Sixx
Sixx has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hold has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Sixx is hanging on to Hold's back as he tries to escape.
Hold won't enjoy being in this position. Sixx looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Hold is tapping - it's over boys! Sixx picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nikki Sixx!
During a confident post fight interview, Nikki Sixx thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
EFA 85 Punisher vs Andrei 2
Date: Aug 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Rockwell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sixx scores with a jab. Rockwell acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nikki Sixx seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sixx throws a body punch but Rockwell moves out of range.
Sixx throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rockwell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rockwell looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rockwell throws a big shot that misses.#TD2#
Rockwell tries to sprawl but Sixx drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Sixx controlling the action here.
Rockwell is looking for a sweep. Sixx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sixx working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2#
Sixx is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Sixx is trying for a kimura here. Rockwell looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Sixx wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx!
Our winner, Nikki Sixx, 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:
EFA 74 Lancaster vs Nixon
Date: Jun 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Sixx misses the shot to the body.
Nathan takes one to the chin there.
Sixx takes a swing at Nathan's ribcage but misses.
Sixx misses with a left hand
and Nathan counters with a thumping low kick.
Sixx shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nathan as he jumps to the side.
Nathan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sixx.
Sixx takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sixx rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nathan counters with a low kick, right behind Sixx 's knee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Sixx closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sixx keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sixx is trying to control. Nathan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Sixx is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Nathan as he works his way to full guard.
Nathan is trying to keep Sixx in close.
#T1##SUB2#
Nathan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sixx stands and throws Nathan's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sixx wants to control but Nathan is keeping him busy.
Nathan can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Sixx wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nathan, who protects the arm well.
Nathan can't do much from the bottom here. #T2##SUB#
Sixx tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sixx is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nathan will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Nathan is trying to control Sixx's posture but Sixx avoids it. #SUB#
Sixx goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Nathan has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Sixx but great work by Nathan.
Sixx gets back to half guard.
Sixx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sixx.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nathan tries to free his leg and advance position but Sixx is retaining full guard. #T3#
Sixx is trying to keep Nathan in close.
Sixx is really struggling to control Nathan but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Nathan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Nathan from controlling successfully.
Nathan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sixx wants to sweep but no luck.
Nathan trying to control the position from guard on top but Sixx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nathan postures up.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nathan chips away with some ground and pound.
Sixx not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sixx has his hands on Nathan's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Sixx looking for a guillotine here but Nathan defends easily.
#SUB#
Sixx looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sixx is trying to keep Nathan in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Sixx throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sixx has momentary wrist control but Nathan slips an elbow through the middle.
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 Nikki Sixx will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sixx feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nathans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sixx throws a right hand that misses
and Nathan counters with an inside leg kick.
Sixx is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nathan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sixx throws a sloppy body shot
and Nathan counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nathan blocks a jab.
Sixx misses with a takedown
and Nathan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sixx clobbers Nathan with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sixx throws a series of punches but Nathan avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nathan feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sixx's calf.#TD#
Sixx shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Sixx showed some decent athleticism there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Nathan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Sixx passes to full mount!
Nathan in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Sixx is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Nathan is in real trouble.
Nikki Sixx overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sixx gets his hands free as Nathan looks to control. #SUB#
Sixx looking for the choke from the back.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Nathan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Nathan keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Sixx has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Nathan is defending well but eventually Sixx manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Nathan has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nikki Sixx!
Our winner, Nikki Sixx, 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:
EFA 68 Trucks vs Sestius
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Rockwell wants to clinch.
Sixx misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Sixx misses the target.
Rockwell takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rockwell tries to move into range but Sixx moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD#
Sixx gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Sixx is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Sixx is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rockwell is just riding it out for now. Sixx eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Sixx is working for a kimura but Rockwell is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1##SUB2#
Rockwell actively working from the bottom here.
Rockwell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Rockwell looking for submissions off his back.
Sixx is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Rockwell!
Sixx prevents Rockwell from getting the reversal.
Sixx looking to control but Rockwell is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rockwell is desperately trying to improve his position but Sixx has a good base and remains in mount.
Rockwell sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Rockwell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily.
Rockwell is in trouble now - Sixx has advanced to mount! #T2#
Sixx forces the positional change into back control. #SUB#
Rockwell preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sixx. #SUB#
Sixx has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Rockwell has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sixx looking for the choke from the back.
Sixx has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Rockwell is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Rockwell 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 Sixx gets his way!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Sixx is persistently looking for the submission but Rockwell is defending it well.
Rockwell tries to escape the position.
Rockwell is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3##SUB#
Sixx is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Sixx has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Rockwell has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Sixx has the hooks in. Rockwell is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Sixx tightening his grip on Rockwell, looking for the choke.
Rockwell tries to break free.
Rockwell turns into Sixx and is now in his guard.
Sixx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rockwell is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Sixx is looking for a triangle but Rockwell pushes his legs off easily.
#T4#
Rockwell looking to pass the guard.
Sixx manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rockwell manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Rockwell looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Rockwell looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Sixx is defending well. Rockwell quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Sixx has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Rockwell celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lew Rockwell!
After winning the bout, Lew Rockwell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
EFA 58 Kerr vs Legatius
Date: May 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Donnelly misses with the combination.
Sixx feints the counter takedown.
Donnelly feints and then cracks Sixx's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sixx down.
Donnelly misses with a few strikes there.
Donnelly throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Donnelly ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sixx on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Donnelly lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Donnelly slips a jab from Sixx.
Sixx throws a right hand that misses
and Donnelly counters with a leg kick.
Sixx misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A slapping leg kick lands for Donnelly.
Sixx tries for a takedown but Donnelly sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sixx connects with a single shot there.
Donnelly scores with a shot to the body.
Donnelly throws a combination. Sixx tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Sixx misses with a left hand #CL#
and Donnelly counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Sixx misses with a body punch.
#T1#
Sixx misses with a body punch.
Donnelly lands an elbow that stopped Sixx in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#
It looks like Nikki Sixx has been cut.
Donnelly comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Donnelly prevents Sixx from breaking the clinch.
Donnelly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#TD2#
Sixx gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Donnelly knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sixx on the ground.
Sixx prevents Donnelly from improving his position.
Donnelly controlling the position for now.
Donnelly tries to get to full guard but Sixx has control of the leg.
Sixx moves into full mount! Donnelly won't be happy about that!
Donnelly wants to hold on but Sixx pushes him away.
Donnelly is looking to improve his position but Sixx isn't that keen on the idea.
Donnelly tries to hold on but Sixx pushes him away. #T2#
Donnelly sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Sixx seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Donnelly is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Sixx has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Donnelly defend it? Sixx steps over the head and cranks it - Donnelly is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Sixx!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx!
After winning the bout, Nikki Sixx thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx (ranked 1825 p4p, 241 weight class) and Greco Roman (ranked 9591 p4p, 793 weight class). Sixx comes to the cage accompanied by Niykee Heaton. On his way into the cage it seems that Nikki Sixx has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Nikki Sixx seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 13 losses; Greco Roman!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sixx has taken the fight to the clinch.
Roman gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sixx.
Sixx has Roman pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Roman manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Roman gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Sixx regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixx (0) vs (2) Roman
Roman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sixx is keeping the position for now.
Roman won't allow Sixx to sweep him here.
My spies in AREA 51 inform me that Roman has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Roman stands and throws Sixx's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (0) vs (5) Roman
Sixx's coaches at Jako Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roman takes a little break here. Sixx wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sixx wants to control but Roman postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Roman off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sixx (4) vs (5) Roman
Roman rolls, trying to escape but Sixx keeps control of the position.
Roman trying to control the hands but Sixx won't let him.
Roman rolls, trying to escape but Sixx keeps control of the position.
Roman tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Sixx looking to control but Roman is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sixx controlling the pace for now.
Roman is working to get back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sixx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Roman is looking to escape.
Roman wants to control but Sixx is having none of it.
Sixx controlling from mount.
Sixx wants to take his opponent's back but instead Roman manages to regain half guard.
Sixx trying to pass the guard but Roman defending well.
Roman is defending against the submission attempts here by Sixx.
Sixx is thwarting Roman's attempts to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sixx is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Roman is looking to control Sixx's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Roman avoid being mounted?
Roman keeping hold of Sixx's head, controlling as best he can.
Sixx is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Roman sees it coming and defends easily.
Roman is defending against the submission attempts here by Sixx.
Roman trying to control but Sixx postures up.
Roman is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Sixx is staying active.
Roman controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Roman is not content to let Sixx control the position.
Sixx is really struggling to control Roman but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx wants to pass the guard but Roman is defending well.
Roman is refusing to be controlled, as Sixx sits in half guard.
Sixx seems to be working for a kimura but Roman defends the submission attempt.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Roman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Roman has Sixx pulled in close to control his posture.
Roman's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Sixx looking to pass the guard.
Roman wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sixx won't allow Roman to sweep him here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Roman holds on and takes a little breather.
Sixx slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sixx pushing down on Roman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Sixx seems to be looking for submissions.
Roman trying to hold on to Sixx's head to control him but Sixx postures up.
Sixx is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sixx is thwarting Roman's attempts to control the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Roman is defending against the submission attempts here by Sixx.
The fighters are battling for position here. Roman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Roman keeping full guard, as Sixx tries to pass.
Roman managing to control the position.
Roman keeping full guard, as Sixx tries to pass.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Roman controls Sixx momentarily but Sixx frees himself.
Roman has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sixx has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Roman keeping moving, preventing Sixx from controlling successfully.
Sixx wants to pass the guard but Roman is keeping the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sixx wants to control from the top but Roman keeps moving.
Sixx wants to pass the guard but Roman is keeping the position.
Sixx being controlled here momentarily.
Sixx looking to pass the guard.
Roman controlling Sixx's posture.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Roman keeping full guard, as Sixx tries to pass.
Sixx trying to control the position from guard on top but Roman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sixx tries to free his leg and advance position but Roman is retaining full guard.
Roman is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sixx sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sixx trying to control the position from guard on top but Roman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sixx is aware though and is defending well.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sixx seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Roman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (4) vs (7) Roman
Roman is trying to control. Sixx wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sixx looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Roman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Roman is pressing down on Sixx's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sixx is holding on for now.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Roman has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (4) vs (10) Roman
Roman pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Sixx can't escape the position.
Sixx tries to hold on but Roman pushes him away.
Sixx wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Sixx (4) vs (13) Roman
Roman biding his time, controlling Sixx.
You can see the frustration on Sixx's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Sixx manages to reverse the position and now he's in Roman's guard. Nice work there by Sixx.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (6) vs (13) Roman
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx trying to control but Roman is working from the bottom.
Roman pulls Sixx in close to prevent any damage.
Roman is continuing to stall.
Sixx looking to pass the guard.
Sixx drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Roman manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sixx has Roman in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (6) vs (15) Roman
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sixx looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roman wins on points by 15 to 6.
Greco Roman decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
EFA 41 Pavlov vs Kubota
Date: Mar 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Krnacova doesn't manage to clinch there - Sixx circles away.
Sixx avoids the head kick by Krnacova.
#TD2#
Krnacova changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sixx looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Sixx is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sixx taking some punishment here, with Krnacova in his half guard.
Sixx is trying to get back to full guard.
Sixx is pressing down on Krnacova's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sixx wants to sweep here but Krnacova controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Sixx has his foot on Krnacova's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Krnacova works his way back into a safe position though.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Krnacova from controlling successfully.
Krnacova content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sixx looking to control.
Krnacova is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Krnacova lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Krnacova from controlling successfully.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Sixx looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Sixx working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Krnacova doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Krnacova manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1##SUB#
Sixx has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Krnacova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Krnacova got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sixx has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Krnacova has managed to get both his arms back between Sixx's legs - danger averted.
Krnacova throwing strikes but missing.
Krnacova throwing strikes but missing.
Krnacova wants to control from the top but Sixx keeps moving.
Krnacova cracks Sixx with a solid left hand.
Krnacova throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Krnacova working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Sixx is looking for a triangle but Krnacova pushes his legs off easily.
Sixx is pulling down on Krnacova's head. It's preventing any offense from Krnacova, at least for the moment.#T2#
Sixx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sixx is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Krnacova scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sixx is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Sixx with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Sixx is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Krnacova sees it coming and defends easily.
Sixx is trying to control. Krnacova wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Krnacova is looking for a sweep. Sixx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Krnacova trying to control here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Krnacova tries to roll over but Sixx keeps him under control.
Krnacova is not content to let Sixx control the position.#T3#
Sixx performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Sixx is trying to work for a kimura but Krnacova is defending well.
Sixx wants to pass to mount but Krnacova is defending the position.
Krnacova has a hand on Sixx's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Sixx takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Krnacova tries to lock up and control but Sixx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Krnacova is trying to reverse the position but instead Sixx has taken his back - oops!#SUB#
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Sixx has the hooks in. Krnacova is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Sixx is not going to allow Krnacova to sit and survive in this position.
Krnacova tries to break free.
Sixx trying to control.#T4#
Sixx is not going to allow Krnacova to sit and survive in this position.
Sixx struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Sixx is working for a rear naked choke. Krnacova is not defending it well and Sixx has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Krnacova refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Krnacova's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nikki Sixx!
A very excited looking Nikki Sixx 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:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx (ranked 2327 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mack Mythos (ranked 4165 p4p, 0 weight class). Sixx comes into the arena with Niykee Heaton blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Mack Mythos!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mythos clinches up with Sixx and pushes him back against the cage.
Sixx has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mythos is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mythos lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixx (0) vs (2) Mythos
Sixx looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mythos works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (0) vs (5) Mythos
Sixx's coaches at Jako Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Sixx is trying to control Mythos's posture but Mythos avoids it.
Sixx is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sixx is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mythos pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sixx is looking for a sweep. Mythos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mythos perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mythos passes into side control, despite Sixx's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (0) vs (8) Mythos
Mythos is looking to take a break and control but Sixx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Sixx regains half guard.
Sixx tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Mythos has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (0) vs (11) Mythos
Mythos controlling from the full mount.
Mythos prevents Sixx from getting the reversal.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mythos wants to take Sixx's back but he can't do it this time.
Sixx really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Mythos wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Sixx is working to get back to half guard.
Sixx sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Sixx regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mythos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sixx is keeping the position for now.
Mythos must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sixx looking to control.
Sixx is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sixx wants to hit a switch here but Mythos passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Sixx there! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (0) vs (14) Mythos
Mythos sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is trying desperately to improve position.
Mythos controlling from the full mount.
Mythos tries to control but Sixx wriggling away.
Sixx keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Mythos with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sixx working to try and regain half guard.
Sixx tries to hold on but Mythos pushes him away.
Mythos takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sixx keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sixx looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sixx (0) vs (17) Mythos
Mythos has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Sixx's body.
Mythos is hanging on to Sixx's back as he tries to escape.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sixx tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Sixx is trying desperately to improve position.
Mythos controlling from the full mount.
Sixx can't escape the position.
Mythos controlling from mount.
Sixx can't escape the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mythos wants to take Sixx's back here but Sixx is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Mythos avoids the attempt from Sixx to control.
Sixx working to try and regain half guard.
Mythos avoids the attempt from Sixx to control.
Mythos wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Sixx is looking to get to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sixx wants to hold on but Mythos pushes him away.
Sixx is trying desperately to improve position.
Mythos controlling from the full mount.
Sixx 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: Sixx (2) vs (17) Mythos
Sixx passes Mythos's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sixx wants to free his trapped foot but Mythos is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sixx is trying to control. Mythos wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sixx controlling the action here.
Mythos is doing well to control the position and prevent Sixx from advancing to side control.
Mythos is pressing down on Sixx's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mythos keeping moving, preventing Sixx from controlling successfully.
Mythos looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sixx is one step ahead there.
Sixx trying to control but Mythos is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mythos has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sixx can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Mythos can't keep his opponent in guard - Sixx advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sixx is looking for a kimura here.
Sixx working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Mythos's thigh. Mythos counters though and makes it back to full guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sixx has gone for a leg lock! Mythos slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sixx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (2) vs (19) Mythos
Mythos is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sixx isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Mythos stacks Sixx on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Mythos! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (2) vs (22) Mythos
Sixx is looking to reverse the position.
Mythos is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Sixx will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sixx manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sixx wants to sweep but Mythos has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (2) vs (25) Mythos
Sixx tries to bench press Mythos off him but Mythos keeps the position.
Sixx isn't going anywhere.
Sixx tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mythos wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx trying to remain calm as Mythos controls from the top position.
Sixx is trying to improve his position.
Mythos happy to just control the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx wants to control but Mythos postures up.
Sixx sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Mythos is thwarting Sixx's attempts to control the position.
Sixx wants to improve his position but Mythos is controlling well.
Sixx is trying to control but can't.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Well, if Mythos is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Sixx looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sixx tries to get to full guard but Mythos has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Mythos wins on points by 25 to 2.
A victorious Mack Mythos thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Lorent needs to keep his hands up - Sixx had a free shot at his head there.
Lorent takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've been hearing reports that Sixx has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lorent walks into a straight right hand from Sixx.
Sixx fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#TD#
Sixx gets a takedown into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lorent can do anything to dispel that myth.
Sixx sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Sixx in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Lorent tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Sixx!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx!
Nikki Sixx decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Sixx swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Johnson misses with a double jab.
Johnson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Johnson misses with a looping right.
Sixx avoids the head kick by Johnson.
Sixx is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sixx tests Johnson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sixx lands with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Peter Johnson has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Johnson. Those never looked like landing.
Johnson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sixx lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sixx connects with a nice looking jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Johnson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Decent striking displayed by Sixx there.#ROC#
Johnson is rocked!
BAM! Sixx delivers a spinning backfist that drops Johnson like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Nikki Sixx!
Nikki Sixx seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Peter Johnson was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you fans for your support!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Sixx lands a slapping body shot.
Johnson misses with the combination.
#TD#
Sixx shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Johnson is trying to defend but Sixx finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Sixx maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Johnson could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Sixx has cracked it and Johnson is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Sixx!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx!
After winning the bout, Nikki Sixx thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Peter Johnson spoke after the fight, saying 'Thank you fans for your support!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 16, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Delode drives through with a takedown into guard.
Delode trying to control but Sixx is working from the bottom.
Delode controlling from the top position.
Delode is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Delode wants to stand but Sixx is controlling his posture from full guard.
Delode must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Delode trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Delode got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sixx has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Delode has managed to get both his arms back between Sixx's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Delode avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Sixx is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Sixx is looking for a triangle but Delode pushes his legs off easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sixx is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Delode tries to kick Sixx off but Sixx keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Sixx is looking for a kimura but Delode is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sixx to get the leverage.
Sixx controlling the action here. #SUB#
Sixx is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Sixx is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Delode sees it coming and defends easily.
Delode is controlling Sixx's trapped leg to prevent Sixx from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Delode is defending against the submission attempts here by Sixx.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Delode is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Sixx tries to pass to full mount but Delode defends it. #SUB#
Sixx is trying to work for a kimura but Delode is defending well.
#SUB#
Sixx is trying for a kimura here. Delode looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Sixx wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx!
A very excited looking Nikki Sixx 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.
James Delode was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll try better next time
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Sixx misses with a body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Delode.
Delode looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sixx is fending him off so far but Delode persists. Nope, Sixx circles away and we're back to standing.
Delode shoots in for a takedown but Sixx shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Delode has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nikki Sixx has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Delode.
Sixx swings for the body but Delode moves out of range.
Delode uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sixx.
Delode darts in looking for a takedown but Sixx gets double underhooks and turns Delode into the cage.
Sixx just misses with a punch to the body.
Sixx ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Delode moves away.
Delode avoids the body shot from Sixx.
Delode shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sixx as he jumps to the side.
Sixx misses with a left hand
and Delode counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx sizes up Delode with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sixx is looking to wear down Delode with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Delode misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sixx looks to score with a jab to the body but Delode is just out of range.
Delode shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sixx as he jumps to the side.
Sixx half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Delode moves away from the strike by Sixx. #T1#
Delode shoots in for a takedown but Sixx shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Delode looks winded!
Delode takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Delode takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD#
Sixx shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Delode is trying to defend but Sixx finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Delode keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Sixx is trying for a kimura here. Delode looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Sixx wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx!
During a confident post fight interview, Nikki Sixx thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, James Delode stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll try better next time
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D4): Finals - Round 3
Date: Oct 18, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx and Borris Truck. Chooooooooon! I think Sixx might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Life Is Beautiful. Borris Truck told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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 4 wins and 0 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Borris Truck!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Paulsen Ambrosius and Daniel Blasius.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sixx decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixx (2) vs (0) Truck
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Sixx is looking to advance position but Truck won't allow it.
Sixx seems to be working for a kimura but Truck defends the submission attempt.
Sixx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Truck moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx won't allow Truck to sweep him here.
Sixx controls from within his opponent's guard.
Truck looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx is looking to pass into half guard but Truck pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Truck is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (2) vs (2) Truck
Truck tries to free his leg and advance position but Sixx is retaining full guard.
Truck slips nicely into half guard.
Sixx works his way to full guard. Good work.
Truck got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sixx has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Truck has managed to get both his arms back between Sixx's legs - danger averted.
Sixx is pulling down on Truck's head. It's preventing any offense from Truck, at least for the moment.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Truck from controlling successfully.
Sixx will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Truck tries to free his leg and advance position but Sixx is retaining full guard.
Sixx throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sixx not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Truck from controlling successfully.
Sixx is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Truck frees his head nicely. Oh but Sixx has switched to an armbar! Truck is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Nikki Sixx!
Nikki Sixx is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Nikki Sixx thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D4): Finals - Round 2
Date: Oct 17, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Paul Edkins and Nikki Sixx. Sixx has chosen Life Is Beautiful as his entrance music. Nikki Sixx has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Paul Edkins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Nikki Sixx!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Wagner Zegers and Aafke Stam.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sixx drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Edkins (0) vs (4) Sixx
Edkins tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sixx wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sixx wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Edkins, who protects the arm well.
Sixx looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Edkins is trying to get back to half guard.
Edkins prevents Sixx from moving into mount.
Sixx thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edkins is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Edkins is working hard here to advance position.
Sixx trying to control the position but Edkins is working away.
Edkins tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Sixx presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Edkins (0) vs (6) Sixx
Sixx looking for a guillotine from mount but Edkins is having none of it.
Edkins is trying desperately to improve position.
Edkins regains half guard.
Edkins actively working from the bottom here.
Edkins is looking for a sweep. Sixx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sixx has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Edkins (0) vs (9) Sixx
Sixx prevents Edkins from getting the reversal.
Sixx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Edkins is looking to escape.
Sixx is trying to take his opponent's back.
Edkins is desperately trying to improve his position but Sixx has a good base and remains in mount.
Sixx works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Edkins (0) vs (12) Sixx
Sixx is persistently looking for the submission but Edkins is defending it well.
Edkins tries to roll but Sixx sticks to his back.
Edkins 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 Sixx gets his way!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx keeps control of the position as Edkins tries to break free.
Will Sixx go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Edkins rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Sixx is pressing down on Edkins's thigh, looking to free his foot. Edkins is holding on for now.
Edkins tries to roll over but Sixx keeps him under control.
Sixx is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Edkins looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Edkins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sixx controlling the pace.
Edkins won't allow Sixx to pass to mount.
Edkins looking for submissions off his back.
Edkins is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily.
Edkins looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Edkins is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily.
Edkins is in trouble now - Sixx has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Edkins (0) vs (15) Sixx
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Edkins is trying desperately to improve position.
Sixx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Edkins is looking to escape.
Sixx wants to finish this one by submission but Edkins is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Sixx.
Edkins has given up his back. Will we see Sixx going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Edkins (0) vs (18) Sixx
Sixx wants to control but Edkins is keeping busy.
Edkins rolls, trying to escape but Sixx keeps control of the position.
Will Sixx go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Edkins defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Edkins wants to escape the position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sixx's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Edkins tries to escape but Sixx has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Edkins turns into Sixx and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Edkins (2) vs (18) Sixx
Sixx keeping full guard, as Edkins tries to pass.
Edkins has gone for a leg lock! Sixx slips out almost immediately though and dives into Edkins's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Edkins (2) vs (20) Sixx
Edkins is looking for a triangle but Sixx pushes his legs off easily.
Edkins is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sixx defends well.
Edkins is looking for a triangle but Sixx pushes his legs off easily.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Edkins looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sixx pushes down on Edkins's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sixx trying to pass the guard but Edkins defending well.
Sixx trying to control the action but Edkins is working from the bottom.
Edkins looking for submissions off his back.
Sixx is keen to just control but Edkins is a slippery customer.
Edkins actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx tries to pass the half guard into mount. Edkins knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Edkins looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sixx looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Edkins looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Edkins looking for submissions off his back.
Sixx moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Edkins (2) vs (23) Sixx
Edkins tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sixx wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sixx is staying tight to Edkins's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Edkins is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sixx tries to advance to mount but Edkins denies him.
Sixx passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Edkins! Score +2 for reaching mount: Edkins (2) vs (25) Sixx
Edkins tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sixx controlling his opponent.
Edkins is working to get back to half guard.
Edkins has given up his back. Will we see Sixx going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Edkins (2) vs (28) Sixx
Edkins wants to escape the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Sixx looking for the choke from the back.
Sixx doesn't have the hooks in and Edkins manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Edkins (4) vs (28) Sixx
Edkins drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sixx looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sixx looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sixx! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Edkins (4) vs (32) Sixx
Edkins is breathing heavily.
Edkins is not content to let Sixx control the position.
Edkins is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sixx has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Edkins! Score +2 for reaching mount: Edkins (4) vs (34) Sixx
Edkins is looking to get to half guard.
Sixx controlling from mount.
Edkins is looking to get to half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sixx working for a submission but Edkins is keeping him at bay.
Edkins tries to reverse the position but Sixx maintains control.
Sixx sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sixx jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Edkins manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Sixx tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sixx has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Edkins is looking to reverse the position.
Well,Edkins is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Edkins (4) vs (36) Sixx
Sixx has control of Edkins's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Edkins regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Edkins is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sixx takes Edkins's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Edkins is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Edkins (4) vs (39) Sixx
Sixx is looking to control Edkins but Edkins is wriggling around and keeping busy.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
I really don't envy Edkins right now.
A lull in the action here.
Edkins is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sixx looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Edkins taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nikki Sixx!
Our winner, Nikki Sixx, 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:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 16, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx and Jola Kaalipaa. Sixx's entrance music is Life Is Beautiful. A fine choice. Kaalipaa is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Darude / Sandstorm. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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 2 wins and 0 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Jola Kaalipaa!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Aafke Stam and Albert Achterberg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kaalipaa moves into the clinch.
Sixx tries to score a body lock takedown but Kaalipaa shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kaalipaa is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kaalipaa is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sixx gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kaalipaa has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Sixx drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sixx fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nikki Sixx. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sixx gets underhooks to prevent Kaalipaa's takedown attempt.
Sixx tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kaalipaa is looking for a takedown.
Sixx fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sixx is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kaalipaa is defending well.
Kaalipaa has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Sixx after a bit of a struggle.
Sixx wants a takedown but no success here.
Kaalipaa gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sixx.
Kaalipaa wants to take the fight to the mat but Sixx manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx tries for a takedown but Kaalipaa manages to get underhooks.
Sixx gets underhooks to prevent Kaalipaa's takedown attempt.
Sixx tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kaalipaa just stands there and leans against the cage.
Sixx is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kaalipaa to keep the fight standing.
Kaalipaa has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Sixx after a bit of a struggle.
Sixx is looking for a takedown.
Sixx prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sixx prevents the takedown attempt.
Kaalipaa gets control of Sixx's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kaalipaa will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Sixx works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sixx is keen to just control but Kaalipaa is a slippery customer.
Kaalipaa actively working from the bottom here.
Sixx is controlling the pace.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sixx has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kaalipaa is looking for a sweep. Sixx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaalipaa is defending against the submission attempts here by Sixx.
Kaalipaa is trying to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (3) vs (0) Kaalipaa
Kaalipaa is looking for a sweep.
Sixx looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
A control attempt from Kaalipaa but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sixx (5) vs (0) Kaalipaa
Kaalipaa is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Sixx has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Sixx (8) vs (0) Kaalipaa
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Sixx controlling the positon.
You can see the frustration on Kaalipaa's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Kaalipaa is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Sixx controls the position.
Sixx keeps control of the position as Kaalipaa tries to break free.
Kaalipaa turns into Sixx and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (8) vs (2) Kaalipaa
Sixx bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kaalipaa's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (10) vs (2) Kaalipaa
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kaalipaa looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Sixx has picked Kaalipaa up and slammed him! Kaalipaa can't keep hold of the triangle and Sixx manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (13) vs (2) Kaalipaa
Sixx advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sixx (15) vs (2) Kaalipaa
Kaalipaa is desperately trying to improve his position but Sixx has a good base and remains in mount.
Sixx looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kaalipaa is trying to reverse the position but instead Sixx has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Sixx (18) vs (2) Kaalipaa
Sixx trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Kaalipaa defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Sixx slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sixx keeps control of the position as Kaalipaa tries to break free.
Sixx looking for the choke but no joy.
Kaalipaa is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Sixx is not going to allow Kaalipaa to sit and survive in this position.
Kaalipaa preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sixx.
Sixx biding his time, looking for the opening.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Kaalipaa wants to escape the position.
Kaalipaa trying to control the hands but Sixx won't let him.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Kaalipaa's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Sixx has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Kaalipaa is in bad spot here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sixx looking for the choke but no joy.
Kaalipaa tries to roll but Sixx sticks to his back.
Kaalipaa trying to control the action but Sixx just sinks the hooks in.
Sixx looking for the RNC.
Sixx trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Kaalipaa is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Sixx.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is controlling the position but Kaalipaa somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Kaalipaa actively working from the bottom here.
Kaalipaa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sixx passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kaalipaa! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (21) vs (2) Kaalipaa
Kaalipaa prevents Sixx from taking his back.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sixx controlling the position easily from mount.
Kaalipaa has given up his back. Will we see Sixx going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Sixx (24) vs (2) Kaalipaa
Sixx just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Will Sixx go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
A bit of a pause in the action here. Sixx controlling the positon.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Kaalipaa just trying to survive but Sixx is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Sixx has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Kaalipaa has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Sixx working for a choke but Kaalipaa is defending well.
Kaalipaa trying to control the position but Sixx manages to sink in the hooks.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Kaalipaa showing good submission defense here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Sixx controlling the positon.
Will Sixx go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Kaalipaa is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Kaalipaa tries to escape the position.
Sixx really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kaalipaa.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sixx keeps control of the position as Kaalipaa tries to break free.
Kaalipaa keeps trying to improve his position.
Sixx looking for the choke from the back.
Kaalipaa trying to control but not successfully.
Sixx patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Sixx is hanging on to Kaalipaa's back as he tries to escape.
Kaalipaa fending off the submission attempt from Sixx.
You can see the frustration on Kaalipaa's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Kaalipaa trying to control the hands but Sixx won't let him.
Sixx is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sixx is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sixx takes the fight on points by 24 to 2.
An out of breath Nikki Sixx thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Jola Kaalipaa had this to say: 'Thank for all.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D4): New York Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Felix Hoollans and Nikki Sixx. Hoollans's entrance music is The Game - Jesus Piece (Feat. Kanye West & Common). A fine choice. Sixx comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Life Is Beautiful kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Felix Hoollans! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Nikki Sixx!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Bruno Lombardi and Eddie Farnsworth.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sixx scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hoollans (0) vs (2) Sixx
Sixx is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hoollans is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily.
Sixx content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hoollans looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sixx passes into side control, despite Hoollans's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hoollans (0) vs (5) Sixx
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx just content to control the position.
Sixx in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Hoollans is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx!
A victorious Nikki Sixx thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D4): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nikki Sixx and Boris Nedkov. Sixx comes to the cage accompanied by Life Is Beautiful. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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 0 wins and 0 losses; Nikki Sixx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Boris Nedkov!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Anthony Taglia and Russell Pearce.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nedkov rushes Sixx and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nedkov prevents the takedown attempt.
Sixx jumps guard but Nedkov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Sixx is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nedkov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nikki Sixx. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nedkov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixx (0) vs (2) Nedkov
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nedkov in particular looking to stall.
Sixx is staying active underneath Nedkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sixx trying to hold on to Nedkov's head to control him but Nedkov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nedkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sixx keeps working.
Sixx is doing well to control the position and prevent Nedkov from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sixx is trying to maintain the position but Nedkov is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sixx is looking to improve his position.
Nedkov is looking for a kimura but Sixx is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Nedkov to get the leverage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sixx is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nedkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nedkov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sixx (4) vs (2) Nedkov
Nedkov trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Sixx has good solid back control here.
Sixx has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Nedkov tries to break free.
Sixx is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Nedkov knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Nedkov for a finish.
Nedkov is trying to break free.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nedkov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Nedkov gets back to full guard.
Nedkov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sixx is aware though and is defending well.
Sixx slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sixx is pushing down on Nedkov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nedkov is fighting to maintain full guard but Sixx has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sixx has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (7) vs (2) Nedkov
Sixx trying to control but Nedkov is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sixx controlling his opponent.
Nedkov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nedkov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sixx's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sixx's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sixx (7) vs (6) Nedkov
Nedkov looking for the RNC.
Nedkov looking for the choke but no joy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Sixx right now.
Nedkov is persistently looking for the submission but Sixx is defending it well.
Sixx manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nedkov's guard. Nice work there by Sixx.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (9) vs (6) Nedkov
Sixx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nedkov is keeping the position for now.
Nedkov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Sixx has picked Nedkov up and slammed him! Nedkov can't keep hold of the triangle and Sixx manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (12) vs (6) Nedkov
Nedkov stops Sixx from passing to mount.
Sixx is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nedkov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Nedkov sneaks back into half guard.
Nedkov is looking to improve his position.
Sixx is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nedkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sixx looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Sixx works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (15) vs (6) Nedkov
Nedkov is looking to get to half guard.
Nedkov keeps trying to improve his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sixx content just to control the position here.
Sixx wants to take his opponent's back but Nedkov doesn't allow it.
Nedkov is squirming around, avoiding Sixx's attempts to control the action.
Nedkov is looking to improve his position but Sixx isn't that keen on the idea.
Sixx avoids the attempt from Nedkov to control.
Nedkov regains half guard.
Sixx is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Nedkov! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixx (18) vs (6) Nedkov
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sixx is looking to work his way around to Nedkov's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Nedkov tries to lock up and control but Sixx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nedkov is squirming around, avoiding Sixx's attempts to control the action.
Sixx looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sixx trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nedkov is desperately trying to improve his position but Sixx has a good base and remains in mount.
Sixx controlling from the full mount.
Nedkov is trying desperately to improve position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sixx wants to control the action but instead Nedkov gets a body lock and reverses into Sixx's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixx (18) vs (8) Nedkov
Nedkov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sixx keeping moving, preventing Nedkov from controlling successfully.
Sixx looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Nedkov is defending well. Sixx quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Nedkov has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Sixx celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nikki Sixx!
Nikki Sixx decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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