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Event:
C21: Maestre vs. Bellafontaine
Date: Mar 12, 2021 |
#R1# Muir connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Muir misses with a hook
#CL# and Chlen counters by clinching up. Muir lands with a short head shot on the inside. Chlen misses with a punch to the body.
Muir digs a right hand into Chlen's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Chlen's gas tank. Chlen prevents a body shot from Muir. We've been informed that Muir has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Muir lands an elbow inside that Chlen shrugs off. #CUT2#It looks like Igla Chlen has been cut. Muir creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Muir tries a body shot but Chlen blocks it.
Chlen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Muir backwards. Muir works on Chlen's body with a couple of short punches. Muir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Muir misses with an elbow over the top. Muir tries a body shot but Chlen blocks it.
Chlen scores with a shot to the side of Muir's head. Chlen creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Chlen throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Muir blocks it with crossed arms. Chlen throws an elbow but it's blocked.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2# Muir is trying to trip Chlen. He has hold of a leg but Chlen is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Muir persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Chlen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Muir throwing strikes but missing. #T1# Muir trying to control but Chlen is working from the bottom. Muir in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Muir accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Chlen controls Muir momentarily but Muir frees himself. Chlen controlling Muir's posture. Muir wants to control from the top but Chlen keeps moving. Chlen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Muir working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #ES# Chlen kicks Muir off and gets to his feet. Igla Chlen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Chlen loads up on a big right hand but Muir slips the punch. Muir slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Chlen seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Chlen moves out of range as Muir strikes. A quick step to the side and Chlen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Muir misses with a leg kick and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Chlen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Muir was well out of range. Poor timing from Chlen. Nice body punch from Muir. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chlen lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Muir misses with a hook. Chlen ducked under it nicely. Chlen is looking to counter punch. Muir fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chlen on the side of the head.#T3# Muir swings for the body but Chlen moves out of range.
Muir is looking to land body kicks. John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Muir throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chlen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Muir tries to close the distance and clinch up but Chlen swats him away and circles back towards the center. Chlen defending well as Muir loads up on a big left hand. Chlen throws a quick counter head kick but Muir was just out of range. Muir misses with an uppercut
and Chlen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Muir darts in looking for a takedown but Chlen gets double underhooks and turns Muir into the cage. A little feinted left hand from Chlen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Chlen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muir misses with a low kick.
A low kick from Muir misses #CL# and Chlen moves into the clinch. Chlen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4# Chlen working some nice short punches in the clinch. Chlen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Chlen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2# Muir's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Muir works over Chlen's head and body with a nice combination. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Chlen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Muir doesn't seem bothered though. A slow jab from Chlen misses its intended target. Chlen takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Chlen scores with a jab. Muir acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Chlen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. The fighters circling - Muir throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL# Chlen darts in and clinches Muir up against the cage. Chlen lands an elbow that stopped Muir in his tracks for a moment. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Igla Chlen will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Igla Chlen's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Chlen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Muir looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Chlen is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Muir attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. John Muir seems to be getting the better of the standup. Chlen looks to score with a jab to the body but Muir is just out of range. Chlen ducks under a wild hook from Muir. An attempted straight right counter from Chlen misses the target. Muir throws a right hand that misses
and Chlen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Muir misses the shot to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir misses with a hook. Chlen ducked under it nicely. Muir wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Muir scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1# Muir swings widly with a right hand
#CL# and Chlen counters by clinching up. Igla Chlen has scored more points in the clinch so far. Muir working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Chlen using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Muir has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Chlen lands with a right to the head. Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chlen missing with knees to the body.
Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Chlen controls the action.
Chlen misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC# Chlen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Muir throws a lazy head kick and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Chlen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Muir paws at him with a jab and circles away. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Muir! But no joy. Chlen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Muir lands a head kick!
Muir looks to land a left hand but Chlen moved out of range nicely.#T2# Chlen misses with a double jab.
This has been an exciting period of action! Muir throws a body punch but Chlen moves out of range. Chlen throwing a counter right hand but Muir manages to avoid it. Muir fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Muir cracks Chlen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Muir swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Chlen. Muir takes a swing at Chlen's ribcage but misses. Muir ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Muir misses with a straight left. Chlen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Muir lands a head kick!
#T3# A clash of legs there as Chlen blocks the low kick. A low kick from Muir is predictable there letting Chlen counter with a right hand. #KD# Chlen feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Muir sprawling to the canvas! Muir rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Chlen finish him?!
#ROC#Muir is rocked! Muir misses the body punch and Chlen counters with a right hand to the body. Muir fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chlen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Muir tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Chlen is able to avoid easily. Muir misses with a straight right. Chlen tries to counter by clinching up but Muir breaks away and moves out of range. Chlen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Muir throws a hook but Chlen blocks it. Chlen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Muir.
Chlen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T4# Muir connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Muir scoring well with a low kick there.
Muir throws a jab when Chlen was well out of range. A low kick lands for Muir.
Muir misses with a shot to the body and Chlen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL# Chlen clinches with his opponent.
Chlen misses with a hook from the clinch. Muir misses with a body punch.
Chlen missing with knees to the body.
Chlen throws a punch but it's blocked by Muir. Knees in the clinch landing for Chlen.
Muir is breathing heavily. Chlen tries to work over Muir's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Chlen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Chlen controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Igla Chlen will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Igla Chlen's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Muir lands a right hook to the body.
A shot to the body from Muir misses and Chlen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Muir connects with a right hand. Chlen shakes it off. Muir misses with a looping left. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Chlen counters with a straight right hand. Muir uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chlen. Chlen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chlen misses with a double jab.
Chlen lands a nice hook to Muir's body. Muir takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Muir throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chlen sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1# Chlen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Chlen swats away the attempt to clinch by Muir. Chlen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Muir. A little feinted left hand from Chlen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Muir lands a nice hook to Chlen's body. Chlen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Muir throws a jab but it's blocked by Chlen. Chlen jabbing away but nothing is landing. It seemed like Muir was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Muir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Muir misses. #T2# Muir scores with the left hand. Chlen knows he should have avoided that one. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Chlen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Muir fails with the takedown enabling Chlen to counter with a crisp jab. Muir walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chlen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Igla Chlen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. A low kick from Muir misses and Chlen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Chlen scores with a nice strike. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Muir tries to land a body kick and Chlen counters with a stiff right hand. A slow jab from Muir misses its intended target. Chlen throws a right and a left that Muir avoids nicely. #T3# Muir scores with a punch to the head. Muir throws a big shot that misses. Nice uppercut lands for Chlen. That snapped Muir's head back.
Chlen avoids the body shot from Muir.
It looked like Chlen was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Muir. Muir cracks Chlen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Chlen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Chlen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Muir. And Muir tries to counter it with a takedown but Chlen pushes his down on his head and steps out. Muir throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Chlen to counter with a crisp jab. Muir rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chlen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Chlen throws a hook to the side of Muir's head but Muir sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4# Muir misses with a body shot
and Chlen counters with a stiff right hand. Muir swings and misses with a shot to the body and Chlen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Muir fails with a takedown attempt. A little feinted left hand from Chlen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2# Muir has taken the fight to the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chlen's elbow. Muir tries a body shot but Chlen blocks it.
Muir lands with a short head shot on the inside. Chlen taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Chlen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Muirs head. John Muir has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! A quick uppercut on the inside from Chlen.
And that's the end of the fight! Igla Chlen showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chlen, 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27 Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Igla Chlen! Our winner, Igla Chlen, 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:
PANDA 83
Date: Feb 06, 2021 |
#R1# Muir misses with a body shot.
Moreno misses with a low kick. Muir misses with a straight right. Muir throws a low kick but it's checked well by Moreno. Muir tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Moreno was well out of range. Poor timing from Muir. Muir moves away from the strike by Moreno. Jab from Muir. Nice uppercut lands for Muir. That snapped Moreno's head back.
Moreno looks to clinch #TD2# and Muir counters with a nice double leg into side control. Moreno won't be happy with that. Muir landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. You can see the frustration on Moreno's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Muir has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. This has been an exciting period of action! Muir throws a strike aimed at the side of Moreno's head but Moreno avoids it well.#T1# Muir working away. Muir misses with an attempted head punch from side control. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Moreno tries to get back to half guard but can't. Muir throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. Moreno regains half guard. Muir working over Moreno with some ground and pound. Moreno looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Muir throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Muir is thwarting Moreno's attempts to control the position. Muir thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Muir throwing shots but Moreno is blocking nicely. #T2# Muir thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Moreno's head. Muir looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Moreno with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Muir thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2# Moreno is defending against the submission attempts here by Muir.
Muir wants to free his trapped foot but Moreno is holding on for dear life with his legs. Moreno wants to improve his position but Muir is controlling well.
Muir throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3# Muir working Moreno over with strikes. Moreno is looking to improve his position.
Moreno wants to control but Muir is keeping busy.
Moreno is trying is best to control the position here. Moreno keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Muir thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Moreno's head. Muir not landing any meaningful shots this time. Muir wants to lay and pray for a moment but Moreno keeps working. Muir sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Moreno defending well though. Muir is looking to take a break and control but Moreno is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4# Muir looks to land a strike but Moreno avoids it nicely and regains full guard. Moreno controls Muir momentarily but Muir frees himself. Muir scoring with some ground and pound. Muir with a flurry of punches that miss. Muir is looking to work some ground and pound but Moreno has wrist control. Moreno is trying to keep Muir in close.
Muir cracks Moreno with a solid left hand. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Moreno looking to control.
Moreno will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Muir throws a big elbow that misses. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Muir dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Moreno throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Moreno takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Muir tries to land a front kick but Moreno steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Moreno is looking to counter punch. Moreno throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Muir looks to land a body kick but Moreno moved away. The fighters circling - Moreno throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL# Moreno gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Moreno lands a left hand that snaps the head of Muir backwards. Muir has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Moreno swings wildly with an uppercut but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. Muir creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir misses with a body punch.
Muir tries a body shot but Moreno blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Moreno fails to land. Muir misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2# Muir escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice defenses there by Moreno.#T1# Muir throws a head kick that misses and Moreno makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Muir jabbing away but nothing is landing. Muir avoids the head kick by Moreno.
Muir appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. A slow jab from Moreno misses its intended target. Moreno moves out of range of the leg kick from Muir. Moreno is looking to counter punch. Moreno throws a wild body kick that Muir sees coming a mile off. Moreno swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Moreno bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Muir looks to land a combination but Moreno avoids it well. Moreno throwing a counter right hand but Muir manages to avoid it. Moreno connects with a right hand. Muir shakes it off. Moreno misses with a hook. Muir ducked under it nicely. Muir fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2# Good leg kick by Muir. Moreno takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Muir wants to slow Moreno down by chopping away at his legs. #CL# Moreno clinches up with Muir and pushes him back against the cage. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A short right from Moreno on the inside. Muir misses with a hook to the ribs.
Moreno avoids the elbow strike from Muir, against the cage.
Muir throws an elbow but it misses.
Muir misses with a punch on the inside.
Moreno has a couple of punches blocked by Muir.
A nice left hand lands by Moreno.
Moreno misses with a hook from the clinch. Muir struggles to land a body shot inside as Moreno controls his hands.
Moreno misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Moreno blocks an elbow strike. Moreno is leaning against Muir and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Moreno blocks a body shot from Muir. Muir takes a shot to the head. #T3# Moreno pushes Muir back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Moreno working aggressively here.
Muir swings wildly with an uppercut but Moreno uses good head movement to avoid it. Muir lands a shot to the body. Moreno doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Moreno stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Moreno prevents a body shot from Muir. Moreno wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Muir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Moreno scores with a hook to the body. Muir swings wildly with an uppercut but Moreno uses good head movement to avoid it. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Muir. Muir's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Muir scores with a shot to the side of Moreno's head. Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Moreno controls the action.
Moreno misses with the head strike.
Moreno blocks a body shot from Muir. #BC2# Muir's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4# Moreno throws a body punch but Muir moves out of range. Muir throws a lazy uppercut
and Moreno counters with an outside leg kick.
Muir is breathing heavily. Moreno misses with a jab, cross combination.
Moreno lands a jab. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Muir checks a leg kick. Muir throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Moreno lands the left hand. Xande Moreno is winning the standup battle so far. Moreno checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. A looping hook to the body misses from Muir. Moreno does a little dance to reset his feet. Moreno throws a head kick that half lands.
John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Muir misses with a left hand letting Moreno counter with a right hand. Muir gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Moreno counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Xande Moreno dominated that second round. That's time! Moreno's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3# Muir thuds his right hand into Moreno's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Muir misses with a hook
and Moreno counters with a nice uppercut. Muir looks to land a right hand but Moreno moved out of range. Moreno swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Muir keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Moreno. Muir appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Moreno. Moreno displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Muir. A jab from Moreno does it's job there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir stuns Moreno with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Moreno fails in his attempt to clinch. Moreno ducks under a wild hook from Muir. Moreno slips under a jab from Muir. Moreno is looking to counter punch.#T1# Muir looks to score with a jab to the body but Moreno is just out of range. And Moreno counters with a quick kick to the body but Muir blocks it. Muir misses with an uppercut. Moreno saw that one coming. Muir dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Muir lands with a shot to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Muir. Moreno does a little dance to reset his feet. Muir dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Moreno. That did some damage! Muir misses with a straight left. Moreno is looking to counter punch. Moreno pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Moreno will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Muir! But no joy. Moreno walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Jab by Muir. Moreno misses with a straight right. Muir wants to counter the offense by Moreno and move into the clinch position.#T2# Muir throws a jab when Moreno was well out of range. Moreno keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Muir blocks the leg kick.
Muir misses the shot to the body. Moreno throws a big counter combination but Muir scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Muir is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. A lazy left from Muir finds it's target. This has been an exciting period of action! Muir misses with a straight left. Muir lands a body shot.
Muir throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. An inside leg kick from Muir misses. Moreno was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Muir connects with a solid leg kick. Moreno throws a lazy uppercut
and Muir counters with a nice body shot. Moreno lands with a nice body kick. Muir takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3# Moreno throws a looping overhand right but Muir ducks down to avoid it. Muir throws a looping overhand right but Moreno ducks down to avoid it. Muir takes one on the button. Muir misses with an uppercut
and Moreno counters with a nice body kick.
Muir sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. The crowd cheers as Moreno lands an impressive looking overhand right. Muir doesn't seem phased though. Moreno doesn't manage to clinch there - Muir circles away.
#CL# Moreno takes the fight into the clinch. Moreno misses with a punch on the inside.
Muir misses with a punch to the body.
Moreno misses with a short punch on the inside. A short right hand to the side of the head by Muir.#T4# Muir goes for a takedown attempt but Moreno pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Muir throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Moreno swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Muir pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Muir avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Muir wants to counter with a clinch but Moreno pushes him away. The fighters circle momentarily. Muir darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Muir throws a body shot but no joy. Moreno thows a left - swing and a miss! Moreno pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Moreno misses the shot to the body. Muir scores with a spinning back kick! Moreno avoids the head kick by Muir.
Muir throws an overhand right that lands on Moreno's shoulder, as Moreno tries to avoid the shot. Muir throws a leg kick and Moreno counters with a straight right hand.
And that's the end of the fight! John Muir comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Muir 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29 Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29 Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Muir! An out of breath John Muir 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:
PANDA 74
Date: Jan 16, 2021 |
#R1##TD2# Muir is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Murhaa's half guard. Muir not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Murhaa is controlling Muir's position as best he can from this difficult position. Muir working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2# Muir is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Murhaa doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Muir. Murhaa blocking the ground and pound attempt from Muir. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1# Muir takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Murhaa is controlling Muir's trapped leg to prevent Muir from advancing to side control. Muir throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Muir stalling away here and it's allowed Murhaa to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Muir throws a big elbow that misses. Muir has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Muir is looking to work some ground and pound but Murhaa has wrist control.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Murhaa is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Muir with a flurry of punches that miss. Muir is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Muir throwing strikes from guard but Murhaa blocks nicely. Muir throwing strikes from guard but Murhaa blocks nicely. Muir throws an elbow that misses. Murhaa uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Muir's guard. Nice move by Murhaa!#REVR# Murhaa content to stall in guard here. #T3##SUB2# Muir working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Murhaa doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Murhaa manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Muir trying to control the position here. #SUB2# Muir looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Murhaa passes into side control.
Murhaa working away.#T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Muir tries to improve position but can't. Muir regains half guard.#SUB2# Muir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Murhaa pulls his head out easily. Muir has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Murhaa is working away from the top position though.#SUB2# Muir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Murhaa pulls his head out easily. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Muir trying to control here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Muir dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# Muir wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Muir looks to land a left hand but Murhaa moved out of range nicely. As Muir looks to move away, Murhaa throws a big counter combo but Muir just gets out of the way. Muir misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Murhaa to counter with a crisp jab. Muir throws a big shot that misses. Muir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhaa.
Muir lands a nice looking body shot.
Murhaa doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Murhaa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Muir. Murhaa seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Murhaa throws a hook but Muir blocks it. Muir is looking to land body kicks. Murhaa tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Murhaa slips a jab from Muir.#T1# Murhaa feints and then cracks Muir's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Muir down. A looping hook to the body misses from Muir. Murhaa does a little dance to reset his feet. Muir has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Murhaa takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Murhaa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Murhaa takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Muir throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Muir throws out a loose jab but Murhaa uses good head movement to avoid it. Murhaa feinted there with a counter leg kick. Muir digs a good hook to Murhaa's body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Muir lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Murhaa has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Murhaa and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Muir throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murhaa sees it coming and avoids it easily. Muir throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Muir gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Murhaa. Muir is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Muir feints a jab promting Murhaa to slip. Muir then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Murhaa slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#T2# The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Muir rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Murhaa counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Muir dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Murhaa. That did some damage! Murhaa missing with a left hand there. Muir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Muir tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Muir fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Murhaa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. A nice leg kick lands there from Muir. Murhaa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Muir throws out the jab. Muir takes a swing at Murhaa's ribcage but misses. #CL2# Muir has closed the distance and engaged Murhaa in a clinch.
Murhaa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A head punch on the inside from Muir fails to land. Murhaa dodges an elbow strike from Muir.
Murhaa pushes Muir back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Murhaa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T3# Muir tries to throw a body punch but Murhaa avoids it by throwing Muir back against the cage. Murhaa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Muir misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC# Murhaa's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Murhaa lands a head shot. A punch lands to the side of Muir 's head but he takes it in his stride. Murhaa closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Muir out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pauke Murhaa! An out of breath Pauke Murhaa 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:
PANDA 65
Date: Dec 27, 2020 |
#R1# A chopping leg kick lands by Muir. Muir just misses with a punch to the body.
Panayotov lands a nice hook to Muir's body. Muir takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Muir just misses with a punch to the body.
Muir looks to land a body kick but Panayotov moved away. Muir takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Panayotov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Muir with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Panayotov misses with an uppercut. Muir saw that one coming. Panayotov tries to clinch up but Muir circles away and keeps his distance. Panayotov avoids the body shot from Muir.
Muir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Panayotov manages to avoid it. A big right from Muir misses. Muir swings for the body but Panayotov moves out of range.
It seemed like Panayotov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Muir. A little jabbing left from Panayotov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Muir throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Panayotov misses with an uppercut. A counter left hand to the body from Muir misses its target. Muir throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2# and Panayotov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Muir's guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Muir throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Muir is adopting a defensive guard. Muir can't keep his opponent in guard - Panayotov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Muir wants to control but Panayotov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2# Muir wants to improve his position but Panayotov is controlling well.
Panayotov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Muir controls his leg. Panayotov is taking a breather. Muir 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.#SUB# Muir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Panayotov pulls his head out easily. Muir is trying to maintain the position but Panayotov is very close to passing his half guard. Panayotov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Panayotov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Muir is looking to improve his position.
#T3# Panayotov is controlling the pace.
#SU2# Panayotov decides to return to a standing position. Muir shoots and misses and Panayotov counters with a straight right hand. Muir misses with a shot to the body and Panayotov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Muir connects with a leg kick. #TD# Muir manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Panayotov on his heels. He'll look to pass Panayotov's guard now, I'm sure. Panayotov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T4# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Panayotov lands an uppercut. Panayotov dodges an elbow strike from Muir.
Panayotov misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Panayotov. Muir misses with a short punch on the inside. Panayotov misses with a knee strike.
Panayotov tries to work over Muir's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Panayotov stalling.
Muir tries a body shot but Panayotov blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Muir. A battle for position here, against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Panayotov. Panayotov is trying to maintain a safe position but Muir gets an underhook and turns Panayotov into the cage. Panayotov prevents a body shot from Muir. Muir dodges an elbow strike from Panayotov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolay Panayotov dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Muir connects with the punch. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Panayotov counters with a lovely straight right hand! John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Muir misses with a double jab
and Panayotov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Panayotov misses with a hook. Muir ducked under it nicely. A quick step to the side and Muir tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Panayotov digs a good body shot into Muir's ribs. A low kick lands for Panayotov.
Panayotov misses with a looping right. Muir is looking to wear down Panayotov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Panayotov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Muir. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir throws a body punch but Panayotov moves out of range. Muir connects with a good right hand that stumbles Panayotov. Panayotov circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Muir tries a low kick but Panayotov avoids it. Panayotov looks like he wants to counter punch here. A big left from Panayotov misses. #T1# Muir tries to close the distance and clinch but Panayotov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Muir takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Muir swings and misses with a shot to the body enabling Panayotov to counter with a crisp jab. Muir looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Muir keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Panayotov. Panayotov throws a sloppy head kick and Panayotov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Panayotov has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Panayotov looks to land a left hand but Muir moved out of range nicely. Panayotov stuns Muir with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Muir dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Panayotov. That did some damage! Muir misses with a hook to the body
and Panayotov counters with a lovely straight right hand! Muir pushes Panayotov away with a front kick. Muir throws a sloppy body shot
and Panayotov counters with a body kick. Nikolay Panayotov seems to be getting the better of the standup. Muir misses with an uppercut
and Panayotov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Muir misses with a body shot.
A jab from Muir misses. Muir misses with an uppercut. Panayotov saw that one coming. Panayotov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Muir goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Muir dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Muir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick lands for Muir.
Muir gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Decent striking displayed by Panayotov there. Panayotov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Muir manages to avoid it.#T3# Muir misses the jab. Panayotov throws a big counter head kick but Muir avoids it with no problem. Muir throws a head kick but Panayotov moves out of range.
Muir misses with a jab to the body
#CL2# and Panayotov moves into the clinch. Panayotov landing knees to the head.
Muir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Panayotov blocking some punches.
Muir tries a body shot but Panayotov blocks it.
Muir cracks Panayotov with a nice body shot. Muir softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Muir on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Panayotov fails to land. Panayotov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Muir jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Panayotov walks away with a smile on his face. Muir gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Muir looks to score with a jab to the body but Panayotov is just out of range. Muir misses with a leg kick and Panayotov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4# Panayotov tries to clinch there but Muir circles away.
Muir ducks under a wild hook from Panayotov. Muir tries to clinch but fails miserably and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Muir on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Muir tries to land a leg kick but Panayotov saw it coming and moves away.
Muir jabs Panayotov to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Panayotov. Panayotov is looking to take a break and control but Muir is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Muir tries to get back to half guard but can't. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolay Panayotov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3# Muir scores with a nice right hand.
Muir comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Panayotov throws a head kick but Muir moves out of range.
Panayotov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Muir throws out the jab. Panayotov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Muir swings widly with a right hand
and Panayotov counters with a stiff right hand. Muir looks to land a right hand but Panayotov moved out of range. Panayotov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Muir misses with a looping left. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Muir misses with a hook to the body
and Panayotov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Muir misses with an uppercut. Panayotov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1# Panayotov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Panayotov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Panayotov punishes Muir's body with a nice straight punch. Muir throws a hook but Panayotov blocks it. Muir misses with a shot to the body letting Panayotov counter with a right hand. Muir shoots and misses and Panayotov counters with a stiff right hand. Good standup being displayed there by Muir as he connects with a hook. Panayotov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. A big right from Panayotov misses. Muir falls off balance throwing a combination
and Panayotov counters with a left to the body. Muir waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Panayotov. Panayotov tries to counter by closing the distance. Muir blocks a head kick by Panayotov.
#T2# Donk. Muir catches Panayotov right on the button with a cross. Panayotov loads up on a big right hand but Muir slips the punch. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2# Panayotov has managed to clinch.
Panayotov lands a left hand.
A right hook to the body lands for Muir.
Muir lands with a left to the head. Panayotov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Muir lands with a right to the head. Muir pushes off an throws an elbow but Panayotov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Panayotov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Muir tries a body shot but Panayotov blocks it.
Panayotov trying to control the position but instead, Muir has worked for underhooks and has pushed Panayotov into the cage. Panayotov is looking for a takedown.#T3# Panayotov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Panayotov controls the action.
Muir misses with a body punch.
Muir tries to throw a body punch but Panayotov avoids it by throwing Muir back against the cage. Panayotov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Panayotov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Panayotov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. A nice right hand lands inside from Panayotov. Nikolay Panayotov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Panayotov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Muir backwards. Muir is pressed up against the cage. Panayotov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Muir down to the mat. Muir avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Panayotov wants to clinch up but Muir keeps it at a distance.#CL2# Panayotov clinches up with Muir and pushes him back against the cage. Panayotov avoiding damage.
Panayotov prevents a body shot from Muir. Panayotov misses with a short punch on the inside. Panayotov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4# Panayotov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Muir backwards. Panayotov blocks a body shot from Muir. Panayotov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Muir pulls his leg out and moves away.
John Muir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolay Panayotov. Muir has his takedown stuffed and Panayotov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Panayotov moves out of range as Muir throws a body kick.
Panayotov digs a good hook to Muir's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Muir throws a leg kick but Panayotov checks it. Muir throws a right hand that misses
and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Muir feints and then cracks Panayotov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Panayotov down. Muir doesn't manage to clinch there - Panayotov circles away.
Muir throws out a leg kick but Panayotov moves out of range and Muir only half commits. A little jabbing left from Panayotov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolay Panayotov really dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4# Muir throws a body shot but no joy. Muir rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Panayotov counters with a body kick. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Panayotov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Muir. Panayotov scores with a jab to the body. Panayotov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Muir looks to score with a jab to the body but Panayotov is just out of range. Panayotov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Muir throws a lazy uppercut
and Panayotov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir misses with a double jab
and Panayotov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Panayotov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Panayotov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muir moves away. Muir looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1# Muir jabbing away but nothing is landing. Panayotov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Muir. Muir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Panayotov.
Muir throws out a leg kick but Panayotov moves out of range and Muir only half commits. Muir misses the shot to the body. As Muir backs off Panayotov throws a huge counter combo but Muir manages to avoid it all. Muir misses with a leg kick and Panayotov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Panayotov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Muir throws a body punch but Panayotov moves out of range. Panayotov misses the shot to the body. Muir throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Panayotov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Muir with the inside leg kick. #T2# Muir just misses with a punch to the body.
Muir misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Muir. Muir tries to score with a low kick but Panayotov moves his leg out of the way. Muir ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Panayotov thuds a left hand into Muir's body. Panayotov lands a lovely overhand right. Panayotov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Panayotov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Good shot there by Panayotov. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Panayotov counters with a right hand to the body. Muir attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Panayotov throws out a counter right but Muir avoids it with no problem.#T3# Muir rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Panayotov to counter with a crisp jab. Panayotov lands with an overhand left. Panayotov throws a head kick that misses. Muir moves away from the strike by Panayotov. Muir is looking to counter punch. Muir throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Panayotov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Muir scores with a jab. Panayotov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Muir tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panayotov was well out of range. Poor timing from Muir. Muir misses with a body punch
letting Panayotov counter with a right hand. Muir swings away with a body shot that misses
#CL2# and Panayotov moves into the clinch. Panayotov lands an uppercut. Panayotov blocks the elbow strike.
Muir misses with a body punch.
#T4# Panayotov works on Muir's body with a couple of short punches. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. A right hook to the body lands for Panayotov.
Panayotov lands an uppercut. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2# Panayotov pulls Muir into guard.
Muir throws a big right hand that misses. Panayotov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Panayotov wants to get back to his feet but Muir passes into half guard.
Panayotov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Muir thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Panayotov's head. Muir wants to lay and pray for a moment but Panayotov keeps working. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolay Panayotov dominated that fourth round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5# Muir throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Panayotov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Muir misses with a wild combination.
Muir lands with a cross. Muir swats away the attempt to clinch by Panayotov. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir misses with a right hand and Panayotov counters with a stiff right hand. Panayotov throws a body shot but no joy. Muir moves out of range as Panayotov strikes. Muir appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1# Panayotov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Muir walks into a straight right hand from Panayotov. Muir lands a nice leg kick that just misses Panayotov's sensitive parts. Panayotov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Muir's hands. Muir lands a jab to the nose. Muir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Panayotov manages to avoid it. A little jabbing left from Panayotov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Panayotov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Muir misses with a combination
and Panayotov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Muir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Panayotov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Panayotov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Muir's head.#T2# Panayotov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Muir's head backwards. Nice jab there from Muir. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Panayotov cracks Muir with an open hand slap. Panayotov throws a hook but Muir blocks it. Muir misses with a lunging right hand
letting Panayotov counter with a right hand. Muir lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#TD# Muir drives through with a takedown into Panayotov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Muir with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Muir throws a strike but Panayotov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB# Muir working for a triangle but Panayotov defends it easily.
#SUB# Muir has an active guard here but Panayotov has managed to pass into half guard.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#T3# Panayotov is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Panayotov is figuring out what he wants to do next. Muir is looking for a sweep. Panayotov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Muir is working hard here to advance position.#SUB# Muir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Panayotov pulls his head out easily. Muir might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Panayotov stalling. Muir has his hands clasped together around Panayotov's back. He's all about the action.#SUB# Muir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Panayotov pulls his head out easily. Nikolay Panayotov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Muir is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight! Nikolay Panayotov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Panayotov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 45:50 Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 45:50 Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolay Panayotov! Nikolay Panayotov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
PANDA 53
Date: Dec 04, 2020 |
#R1# Muir uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sanel has time to react. Sanel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Muir steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sanel. Muir misses with a jab to the body
enabling Sanel to counter with a crisp jab. A looping hook to the body misses from Muir. Sanel does a little dance to reset his feet. An attempted straight right counter from Sanel misses the target. Sanel misses with an uppercut. Sanel dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Muir misses with a wild body shot. Sanel throws a body punch but Muir moves out of range. Sanel misses with a looping right. Sanel with a hook. Alojz Sanel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Muir throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Muir shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Sanel slips under a jab from Muir. Sanel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Muir was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanel. Sanel looks to land a left hand but Muir moved out of range nicely. Sanel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Muir on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. This has been an exciting period of action! Muir slips under a jab from Sanel. Muir throws a low kick, looking for Sanel's leg but Sanel calmly moves out of range. Muir scores with a body shot.
#T1# Sanel thows a left - swing and a miss! Sanel swings for the body but Muir moves out of range.
Sanel comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Muir misses with an uppercut. Sanel saw that one coming. Muir connects with the punch. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanel misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Muir looks like he wants to counter punch here. Muir misses with a hook. Muir ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Nice straight punches there by Muir. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Muir. A telegraphed right hand from Sanel misses the target. Muir misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Sanel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Sanel misses the shot to the body. It seemed like Muir was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Muir misses the shot to the body. #T2# Sanel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muir throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanel sees it coming and avoids it easily. Sanel checks the leg kick nicely there.
Muir just misses with a punch to the body.
A cross from Sanel lands. This has been an exciting period of action! Sanel takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Muir throws a body shot but no joy. A big right from Sanel misses. Muir blocks a jab. Nice shot by Muir. Muir getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Sanel takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Muir throws a lazy right hand but Sanel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Muir throws a body punch but Sanel moves out of range. An attempted straight right counter from Sanel misses the target. Muir takes a swing at Sanel's ribcage but misses. Muir ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3# A big left from Sanel misses. #TD2# Muir scores with a takedown into Sanel's guard. Muir throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sanel works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Muir working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Sanel is pulling down on Muir's head to control his posture. Sanel continues to stall. Muir has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4# Sanel keeping full guard, as Muir tries to pass. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. Muir with a flurry of punches that miss. Sanel looking for a sweep. Not yet Sanel, not yet. Sanel working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Muir. Sanel is pulling down on Muir's head. It's preventing any offense from Muir, at least for the moment.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Muir scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Nice uppercut lands for Sanel. That snapped Muir's head back.
Sanel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muir moves away. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Muir will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Muir takes a body punch but keeps moving. Sanel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Muir sees it coming and avoids it easily. A little jabbing left from Muir on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Sanel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Muir. Alojz Sanel is winning the standup battle so far. Muir misses with a two punch combination.
Muir lands a nice shot that snaps Sanel's head back.
Sanel takes a shot right to the bread basket. A looping hook to the body misses from Sanel. Muir does a little dance to reset his feet. Muir throws out a counter right but Sanel avoids it with no problem. Sanel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir throws a low kick, looking for Sanel's leg but Sanel calmly moves out of range. A shot to the liver by Sanel. Beautiful body shot. A looping hook to the body misses from Sanel. Muir does a little dance to reset his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir throws a jab when Sanel was well out of range. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Muir, as that shot connected.
Muir keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Muir.
A little jabbing left from Muir on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Muir does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. An attempted straight right counter from Sanel misses the target. Sanel takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1# Muir scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Muir jabs Sanel right on the nose. Sanel blinks but takes it well. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanel moves out of range as Muir throws a body kick.
Muir keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanel. Sanel misses with a hook
and Muir counters with a straight right hand. Sanel misses the jab. Sanel doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Sanel misses with a hook
letting Muir counter with a right hand. Sanel misses with a hook. Muir has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. A solid leg kick lands there for Muir.
#CL2# Muir closes the distance and clinches. Sanel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Muir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Muir is leaning against Sanel and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Muir blocks a body shot from Sanel. #T2# The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! A right handed body shot lands from Muir.
Sanel throws a head punch that misses. Muir lands a right hand. Muir tries to throw a body punch but Sanel avoids it by throwing Muir back against the cage. Muir throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sanel lands with a short shot to the head. Muir tries to throw a body punch but Sanel avoids it by throwing Muir back against the cage. Muir looks to throw an elbow but misses. Sanel throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Muirs head. #BC# Sanel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sanel throws a good cross that connects.
Muir throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Muir looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sanel is fending him off so far but Muir persists. Nope, Sanel circles away and we're back to standing. Sanel lands with a right hand. Sanel swats away the attempt to clinch by Muir. Sanel throws an overhand right that lands on Muir's shoulder, as Muir tries to avoid the shot. Sanel lands a nice hook to Muir's body. Muir takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3# Sanel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Muir.
Nice defenses there by Muir. Sanel ducks right into an uppercut from Muir. Muir buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sanel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Sanel was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Muir staying out of range there. Muir swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Sanel ducks under a wild hook from Muir. Muir keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanel. Muir shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Sanel swings widly with a right hand
and Muir connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Sanel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Muir. Muir on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Sanel lands a right hook to the body.
Sanel throws a body shot but no joy. Sanel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Muir. Sanel works the jab nicely.#T4# Muir fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. This has been an exciting period of action! Sanel throws a jab when Muir was well out of range. Sanel walks into a straight right hand from Muir. Muir loads up on a big right hand but Sanel slips the punch. An attempted straight right counter from Sanel misses the target. Muir avoids the body shot from Sanel.
Muir swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Muir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sanel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Muir manages to avoid it. Sanel takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Muir tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sanel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Sanel throws a body punch but Muir moves out of range. #TD2# Muir drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Sanel wriggles free and stands up. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A nice inside leg kick there by Muir. That's going to slow Sanel down. Sanel checks a low kick from Muir. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but John Muir will probably get the nod - 10:9. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Muir misses with an uppercut. Muir throws a leg kick and Sanel counters with a stiff right hand. Muir throws a leg kick but Sanel moved away. Sanel looks to land a right hand but Muir moved out of range. Muir lands a slapping body shot.
Muir doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Sanel throws a body punch but Muir moves out of range. Sanel throws a big shot that misses. Sanel on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Muir. Muir obviously looking to wear him down.
Muir misses with an uppercut. Sanel saw that one coming. Muir wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir lands a nice shot to the body.
Muir ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Sanel misses with a body punch
and Muir counters with a lovely straight right hand! Muir misses with a hook. Sanel ducked under it nicely. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Good work by Sanel as he checks the leg kick.#T1# Muir misses the jab. Muir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanel.
Muir ducks under a wild hook from Sanel. Sanel checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sanel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Sanel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir looks like he wants to counter punch here. An inside leg kick lands from Muir. Sanel fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Sanel scores with a body shot.
Sanel lands with an uppercut that bounces Muir off the cage and back into range. Muir dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A punch lands to the side of Muir 's head but he takes it in his stride. No joy there for Muir, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL2# Muir gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sanel's elbow. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Muir as Sanel tries to tie him up. Muir blocking some punches.
#T2# Sanel misses with a short punch on the inside. 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! Muir struggles to land a body shot inside as Sanel controls his hands.
Sanel lands a body punch. Sanel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Muir lands a right hand. Muir misses with a body punch.
Sanel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Muir's elbow. Muir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sanel's elbow. Sanel lands with a short head shot on the inside. Sanel gets through Muir's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Sanel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Sanel blocks a body shot from Muir. Muir throws a head punch that misses. Muir blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Sanel scores with a nice short uppercut. Sanel lands a right hand. Muir takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Muir. #T3##TD2# Muir has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Sanel clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Sanel tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! Sanel sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Muir missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Muir seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Muir lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Sanel preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. Sanel regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4# Sanel is controlling Muir's posture. Alojz Sanel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Sanel avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Sanel lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Sanel pushes down on Muir's leg and manages to get into half guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Sanel controlling the pace.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Alojz Sanel. I think Muir has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29 Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29 Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Muir! An out of breath John Muir thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. The defeated Alojz Sanel had this to say: 'Thanks for coming...I'll be back'. |
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Event:
PANDA 45
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Muir takes a swing at Murley's ribcage but misses. Murley now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Muir ducks under a wild hook from Murley. Murley misses with a body shot
and Muir counters with a lovely straight right hand! Muir has his takedown stuffed and Murley counters with a nice uppercut. Murley lands with a shot to the body. Muir throws a quick inside leg kick. Muir takes a swing at Murley's ribcage but misses. Muir wants to land a leg kick but Murley is out of range. Muir throws a body punch but Murley moves out of range. Muir throws the left hand but Murley avoids the punch easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir defending well as Murley loads up on a big left hand. Muir tries to clinch and Murley counters with a nice body shot. Murley misses with a looping right. Muir throws a looping overhand right but Murley ducks down to avoid it. Murley's corner calls for a 1-2. Murley obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1# Muir looks to land a body kick but Murley moved away. Murley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Muir tries to bum rush Murley with a series of wild strikes but Murley uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Muir connects with a body shot that sends Murley's belly button to the back. Muir misses with a wild body shot. #TD# Muir shoots in and gets a takedown into Murley's guard. Muir won't allow Murley to get back to his feet. Muir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Muir won't allow Murley to sweep him here. Muir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Muir postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Murley is trying to keep Muir in close.
Muir throwing strikes but missing. Muir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2# Murley looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Muir working some strikes from top position. Murley wants to sweep here but Muir controlling him for the moment. Murley working a defensive guard here.
Murley looking for a sweep. Not yet Murley, not yet. Murley not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Muir trying to control the position from guard on top but Murley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Muir might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Murley looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Murley controls Muir momentarily but Muir frees himself. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Muir throws a big elbow that misses. #T3# Muir forces his way into half guard. Muir passes into side control, despite Murley's attempt to control the position.
Muir working the head with strikes. #SUB# Muir tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Muir has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Murley defending against the ground and pound. Murley can't do much from the bottom here. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Murley tries to buck Muir off but Muir is having none of it. Murley isn't going anywhere. Murley felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Muir 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. Murley tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4# Murley dodges the ground and pound from Muir. The strikes coming from Muir are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Murley wants to control but Muir postures up. What's Murley going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle. Muir controls the position from side control. You can see the frustration on Murley's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Muir scoring with punches from side control. Muir scoring with punches and elbows. Murley struggling a bit here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Muir dominated that round. That's time! Muir's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Murley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Muir throws out the jab. Muir uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murley. Murley throws a lazy uppercut
and Muir connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Muir misses with a wild body shot. Murley looks like he wants to counter punch here. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murley doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Murley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Muir manages to avoid it. Muir ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murley moves away. Muir throws a jab but it's blocked by Murley. Muir with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Murley to score with a decent uppercut. Muir tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir wants to clinch. Murley let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Muir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murley can do to turn this around? Muir throws a leg kick but Murley sees it coming and moves out of range. Murley misses with a few strikes there.
Muir is looking for a counter combo.#T1# Muir just misses with a punch to the body.
Murley connects with a good right hand that stumbles Muir. Muir circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Murley throws a body punch but Muir moves out of range. Murley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Muir was well out of range. Poor timing from Murley. Muir tries to land a leg kick but Murley saw it coming and moves away.
Murley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Muir lands a slapping body shot.
Muir comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. John Muir is winning the standup battle so far. Muir misses the shot to the body. Muir takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Muir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Muir comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Murley lands a jab to Muir's midsection.#TD# Murley gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Muir postures up.
Muir postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Murley trying to keep a closed guard but Muir is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB# Muir thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Muir throws a big right hand that misses. John Muir overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Murley controlling the position. Muir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Muir landing with the ground and pound. Muir throwing strikes from guard but Murley blocks nicely. Murley keeping moving, preventing Muir from controlling successfully. #T3# Muir working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Murley controlling Muir's posture. Murley trying to keep a closed guard but Muir is proving a slippery customer.
Muir throws a big right hand that misses. Murley has his hands on Muir's head, controlling the position. Muir is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Murley is trying to control the position but Muir postures up. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Muir throwing strikes from guard but Murley blocks nicely. Murley trying to control the position.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. A big right from Muir misses. Muir darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Muir tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murley was well out of range. Poor timing from Muir. Muir fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Murley looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Murley misses with a two punch combination.
Murley checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Sloppy strikes from Murley. Those never looked like landing. Murley throws out a loose jab but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. Murley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir misses with a hook to the body
and Murley counters with a nice uppercut. Scott Murley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Murley getting the better of the striking in that exchange. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Muir dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Murley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Muir.
Muir throwing a counter right hand but Murley manages to avoid it. Murley connects with a nice looking jab.
Muir steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murley. Muir scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Murley doesn't seem bothered though. Muir moves out of range as Murley strikes. Muir scores with a jab. Murley misses with a hook. Muir ducked under it nicely. Murley throws out a loose jab but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. Murley throws out a loose jab but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. No luck for Muir with that takedown attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Murley lands a jab to Muir's midsection.#CL# Muir has managed to clinch.
Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1# Murley gets through Muir's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Murley throws a punch but it's blocked by Muir. Muir misses with a punch to the body.
Muir throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Murley controls the action.
Muir tries a body shot but Murley blocks it.
Murley lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Murley blocks a body shot from Muir. A head punch blocked on the inside by Muir. A short right from Muir on the inside. Muir throws a punch but it's blocked by Murley. Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murley gets through Muir's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Murley tries to work over Muir's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Muir lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Murley or not. Murley takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Muir lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murley backwards. A battle for position here, against the cage.#T2# Murley swings wildly with an uppercut but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. Murley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murley lands with a light punch inside. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Muir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Murley lands a left hand that snaps the head of Muir backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Muir. John Muir has scored more points in the clinch so far. Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murley's elbow. Muir lands a hook to the side of the head. Muir lands a left hand.
A short right from Murley on the inside. Muir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Muir tries to throw a body punch but Murley avoids it by throwing Muir back against the cage. Murley scores with a shot to the side of Muir's head. Muir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Muir misses with a punch to the body.
Muir prevents a body shot from Murley. #T3# Muir pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Murley is pressed up against the cage. Muir has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Murley down to the mat. Murley avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Murley throws a hook but Muir blocks it. Muir connects with a right hand. Murley shakes it off. Muir keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muir avoids the body shot from Murley.
Murley works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Scott Murley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Muir punishes Murley's body with a nice straight punch. Murley missing with a left hand there. Muir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Murley bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Murley takes one to the side of the head.
Murley's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Muir connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Murley scrambles back to his feet. Muir fails with an attempt to clinch.
Murley throws an overhand right that lands on Muir's shoulder, as Muir tries to avoid the shot. #T4# Muir blocks a jab. Murley misses with a body shot.
Muir pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Murley looks like he wants to counter punch here. Muir connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Murley momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Muir doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Muir waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murley. Muir throws a right hand that misses
and Murley counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Murley throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Muir on the side of the head. Muir lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Muir checks a leg kick. Muir throws a leg kick enabling Murley to counter with a crisp jab. Muir lands a slapping body shot.
Muir lands with a right hand. Murley throws a looping overhand right but Muir ducks down to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Scott Murley. I think Muir has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28 Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28 Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Muir! John Muir decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. Scott Murley spoke after the fight, saying '
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Event:
PANDA 36
Date: Oct 25, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Muir throws a hook but Chlen avoids it easily. Chlen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Muir. Chlen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir moves into range and connects with a jab. Muir takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Chlen seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Muir blocks a jab. Muir misses with a left hand and Chlen counters with a nice uppercut. Chlen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Muir sees it coming and avoids it easily. A jab lands there for Chlen. Chlen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Muir misses its intended target. Chlen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Muir swings for the body but Chlen moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Muir. Muir fails with an attempt to clinch.
Chlen throws a body punch but Muir moves out of range. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Muir lands the left hand.#T1# Muir takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Chlen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Muir changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Chlen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Muir.
Chlen lands a nice shot that snaps Muir's head back.
Muir jabs at Chlen's body. Muir ducks under a wild hook from Chlen. Chlen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A combination from Chlen does no damage. Chlen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muir. Muir slips a jab and a cross from Chlen.
A big left from Chlen misses. Chlen digs a good body shot into Muir's ribs. This has been an exciting period of action! Muir tries to score with a low kick but Chlen moves his leg out of the way. Muir blocks a jab. A decent looking cross lands there for Chlen.#T2# Muir throws a shot from downtown. Chlen moves away and avoids it. Muir takes a swing at Chlen's ribcage but misses. Chlen throwing a counter right hand but Muir manages to avoid it. Muir displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chlen throws out the jab. Chlen pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Muir back to the cage. Chlen follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. We've been informed that Muir has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Chlen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Muir. A swing and a miss from Chlen. Muir misses with a looping right. Igla Chlen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Muir keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muir misses with a wild body shot. Muir avoids the body shot from Chlen.
Muir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chlen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Chlen cracks a nice hook into Muir's ribs. Muir connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Muir takes one on the button.#T3# Chlen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chlen misses with a wild body shot. A jab from Chlen misses. A clash of legs there as Chlen blocks the low kick. Chlen throws a right and a left that both miss. Nice straight punches there by Chlen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chlen. Chlen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL2# Chlen tries to keep at a distance but Muir has taken the fight into the clinch. Chlen can't break the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Muir.
Chlen looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Chlen is looking to break free of the clinch but Muir has double underhooks. Muir lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Chlen tries to break the clinch but Muir is controlling the position. Muir lands a right hand. Muir misses with a body punch.
Muir struggles to land a body shot inside as Chlen controls his hands.
#T4# Chlen can't break the clinch.
Muir blocks an uppercut.
Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chlen working hard to break the clinch.#BC# Chlen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Chlen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Muir counters with a nice uppercut. Muir throws a leg kick which misses Chlen's front leg but catches the back leg as Chlen tries to avoid 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! Muir slips under a jab from Chlen. Muir misses with a wild body shot. Chlen falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Muir counter with a right hand. Chlen scores with a jab. Chlen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Muir keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2# Muir moves into range and clinches up with Chlen.#BC# Chlen breaks from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Igla Chlen dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Chlen moves out of range of the strikes. Muir connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Muir throws a body shot but no joy. Chlen is looking to counter punch. Chlen misses with an uppercut. Muir saw that one coming. Muir throws a right hand that misses
and Chlen counters with a lovely straight right hand! Chlen walks into a jab. Muir misses with a body shot.
Chlen on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Muir shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Chlen as he jumps to the side. Muir avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chlen throws a right and a left that Muir avoids nicely. Muir slips under a jab. Chlen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Muir. Muir uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chlen.
#T1# Chlen thows a left - swing and a miss! Chlen scores with a hook. Muir needs to keep his hands up - Chlen had a free shot at his head there. Muir walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Chlen misses with a looping left. Muir throws a head kick that misses and Chlen counters with a lovely shot to the body. Chlen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Muir. Chlen is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Muir throws a leg kick but Chlen checks it. Chlen throws a lazy right hand but Muir sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Chlen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Muir can do to turn this around? Chlen slips a jab from Muir. Muir misses with a leg kick and Chlen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Chlen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Muir. Chlen misses with a body shot.
Muir shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Chlen as he avoids it easily. Chlen seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Chlen misses with a series of wild punches.
#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! A jab from Chlen finds it's way through Muir's defenses. Muir throws a hook but Chlen blocks it. Muir avoids a punch combination nicely.
Igla Chlen is winning the standup battle so far. Chlen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Muir scores with a leg kick.
Chlen throws the left hand but Muir avoids the punch easily. Chlen throws a hook to the side of Muir's head but Muir sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Some bone on bone action there as Chlen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Muir on the wrong end of a nice hook. Muir lands a nice leg kick that just misses Chlen's sensitive parts. Muir ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chlen moves away.#T3# Muir avoids the body shot from Chlen.
Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chlen checks a leg kick. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Chlen!
Chlen swinging wildly here.
Chlen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Chlen misses with a double jab.
Chlen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muir moves away. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Muir will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Chlen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Chlen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4# Muir throws a jab when Chlen was well out of range. Muir throws a wild body kick that Chlen sees coming a mile off. Chlen takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Chlen misses with the combination.
Chlen cracks Muir with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Chlen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muir moves away. Muir throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Chlen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Chlen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muir. Chlen misses with an uppercut. Muir is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Chlen. Beautiful body shot. Muir defending well as Chlen loads up on a big left hand. Muir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chlen manages to avoid it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Igla Chlen dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Muir lands a nice looking body shot.
Chlen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Chlen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Muir. Chlen slips under a jab from Muir. Muir swings for the body but Chlen moves out of range.
Chlen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Chlen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Chlen lands with a straight right. Muir didn't see that one coming. Muir looks to score with a jab to the body but Chlen is just out of range. Chlen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. A good leg kick by Muir. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir scores with the left hand. Chlen knows he should have avoided that one. Chlen throws a hook to the side of Muir's head but Muir sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Muir takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This has been an exciting period of action! Muir throws an off balance right hand
enabling Chlen to counter with a crisp jab. Chlen lands an overhand right.#T1# Chlen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Chlen avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Chlen throws a hook but Muir blocks it. Muir throws a hook but Chlen avoids it easily. Chlen throws a series of strikes that have Muir backpedaling.
Chlen misses with a body shot.
Chlen blocks a leg kick. Muir tries to score with a low kick but Chlen moves his leg out of the way. Chlen is looking to counter punch. Muir misses with a low kick. Chlen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Muir tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chlen was well out of range. Poor timing from Muir. Chlen lands a right hook to the body.
Muir walks into a stiff left hand from Chlen. Chlen moves out of range of the strikes. Muir throws a shot from downtown. Chlen moves away and avoids it.#T2# Chlen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Muir was well out of range. Poor timing from Chlen. Muir has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Muir there as he acknowledges the shot. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Chlen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Muir sees it coming and avoids it easily. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chlen leaves Muir with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Muir avoids the body shot from Chlen.
Igla Chlen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Muir staying out of range there. Chlen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Muir.
Chlen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Muir's head backwards. Muir defending well as Chlen loads up on a big left hand. Muir only half commits to the counter leg kick. Muir takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Chlen misses with an uppercut
and Muir counters with a body kick. Muir misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chlen is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3# Muir moves forwards but Chlen connects with a nice, crisp jab. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chlen.#TD2# Muir shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES# Chlen pushes Muir off and gets back to his feet. Nice shot lands for Chlen. Muir misses with a wild body shot. This has been an exciting period of action! Chlen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chlen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Muir. Chlen is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Chlen throws a lazy uppercut
and Muir counters with a nice leg kick. Chlen misses with a hook. Muir ducked under it nicely. Chlen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Muir manages to avoid it. Chlen misses with a wild body shot. #T4# Muir scores with a jab to the body. Chlen throws a jab but it's blocked by Muir. Chlen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Muir was well out of range. Poor timing from Chlen. Chlen blocks a jab. Chlen ducks under a wild hook from Muir. Chlen appears to be looking for a big counter. Muir lands with a shot to the body. Muir throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Muir takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. A telegraphed right hand from Chlen misses the target. Muir was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. A jab from Chlen misses. Muir appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Chlen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Muir moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Chlen takes a jab right on the kisser.
Chlen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Chlen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
John Muir has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Chlen avoids the body shot from Muir.
And that's the end of the fight! Igla Chlen showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chlen, 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27 Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27 Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Igla Chlen! After the fight, Igla Chlen 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:
PANDA 27
Date: Oct 06, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Muir connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. An inside leg kick from Muir misses. Liu looks like he wants to counter punch here. Muir throws a hook but Liu blocks it. Liu now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Muir is trying hard to land a takedown here. Liu sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Liu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Muir throws out the jab. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Liu! But no joy. Muir throws a head kick but Liu moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Liu 's head but he takes it in his stride. Muir connects with a good right hand that stumbles Liu. Liu circles away out of range and recomposes himself. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Muir is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Liu's half guard. Muir trying to control the action but Liu is working from the bottom. Liu is looking to improve his position.
#T1# Liu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Muir. Muir trying to control the action but Liu is working from the bottom. Liu tries to get to full guard but Muir has control of the leg. Muir is trying to control. Liu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Liu controlling the position well. Liu tries to get to full guard but Muir has control of the leg. Liu works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Muir missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Liu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Muir is one step ahead there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Muir wants to pass the guard but Liu is keeping the position. Our spies down at at Crapollas Gym inform us that Liu has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Liu keeping moving, preventing Muir from controlling successfully. Muir is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Liu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Liu takes one to the chin there.#T3# Muir keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Muir connects with a body shot that sends Liu's belly button to the back. Muir wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Liu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Muir throws out the jab. Liu now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Muir misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Liu counters with a stiff right hand. Muir turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Liu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Muir. Muir jabbing away but nothing is landing. A little jabbing left from Liu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Muir fails with a takedown attempt from distance. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Liu! But no joy.#T4# Muir misses with a low kick as Liu jumps back. Muir scores with a leg kick.
Muir swings away with a leg kick that misses. Muir throws a right hand that misses
and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Muir throws a poor cross that misses
letting Liu counter with a right hand. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Muir is looking to score with low kicks. Muir wants to slow Liu down by chopping away at his legs. Liu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. The fighters circle momentarily. Muir darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. A shot to the body from Muir misses and Liu counters with a straight right hand. Muir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Liu.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Muir dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Muir misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Liu counter with a right hand. Muir tries to clinch and Liu counters with a straight right hand. Liu takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A countering left hand to the body from Liu misses. Liu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Muir looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Liu looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Muir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Liu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Muir lands an overhand right. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Liu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Liu now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Muir misses with a body punch
and Liu counters with a left to the body. Muir shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1# Muir fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Muir throws a shot from downtown. Liu moves away and avoids it. Liu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. No luck with that takedown attempt from Muir. Muir feints and then cracks Liu's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Liu down. Muir misses with a left hand and Liu counters with a stiff right hand. Muir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Liu avoids the body shot from Muir.
A countering left hand to the body from Liu misses. Muir misses with a leg kick and Liu counters with a straight right hand.#T2##CL# Muir closes the distance and clinches. Muir throws a punch but it's blocked by Liu. Muir misses with a body punch.
Liu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC# Muir breaks the clinch.
Muir misses the shot to the body. A nice side step and Liu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Muir thows a left - swing and a miss! Liu takes one on the button. Muir throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Liu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Muir with a body shot. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Liu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A nice side step and Liu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Muir throws the left hand but Liu avoids the punch easily. A nice side step and Liu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3# Muir pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Liu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. A good leg kick by Muir. Muir lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Muir shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Liu pinned against the cage. Liu gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Liu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Muir with a body shot. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Muir. That's going to take a lot out of him. Liu avoids the body shot from Muir.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Muir throws a leg kick and Liu counters with a stiff right hand. Muir throws a body punch but Liu moves out of range. Muir cracks Liu with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4# Liu on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Muir misses with a hook to the body
and Liu counters with a straight right hand. Liu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Muir waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Liu. Liu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Mister Liu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Muir lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nice defenses there by Liu. Muir scores with a hook. Muir throws a low kick but Liu moves out of range easily. John Muir is winning the standup battle so far. Muir lands a nice leg kick that just misses Liu's sensitive parts. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Muir dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Muir misses with a leg kick enabling Liu to counter with a crisp jab. Muir connects with a crisp jab. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Liu counters with a stiff right hand. Muir swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Liu! But no joy. Left hook, right uppercut from Muir. Muir throws a lazy uppercut
and Liu counters with a lovely shot to the body. Muir throws a sloppy body shot
and Liu counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Liu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Liu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Muir wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1# Muir ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Muir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Liu can do to turn this around? Liu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. A low kick from Muir misses and Liu counters with a stiff right hand. A low kick from Muir is predictable there and Liu counters with a lovely straight right hand! Muir throws a low kick but Liu avoids it. Liu looks like he wants to counter punch here. Muir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Liu.
Muir fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Liu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Muir tries to land a leg kick but Liu saw it coming and moves away.
Liu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Liu doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Muir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Liu manages to avoid it.#T2# Muir throws a right hand that misses
and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Liu checks a low kick from Muir. Muir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Liu.
Muir dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Liu. That did some damage! Muir misses with a shot to the body and Liu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Muir misses with a hook
enabling Liu to counter with a crisp jab. Liu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. An inside leg kick lands from Muir. Muir connects with a body shot that sends Liu's belly button to the back.#T3# Liu moves out of range as Muir strikes. Liu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Muir with a body shot. Liu's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Muir digs a good body shot into Liu's ribs. Muir connects with a looping right hand.
Muir throws a jab but it's blocked by Liu. Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Liu throws out a counter right but Muir avoids it with no problem. Muir throws a predictable looking body shot
and Liu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Nice shot lands for Muir. Muir tries a low kick but Liu avoids it. Muir gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Liu counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Muir thinking. #T4# Muir throws a leg kick and Liu counters with a right hand to the body. Liu takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Muir tries to land a leg kick but Liu saw it coming and moves away.
Liu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Liu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muir misses with a body punch
and Liu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Muir misses with a leg kick enabling Liu to counter with a crisp jab. Muir misses with a right hand and Liu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Liu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Muir. A nice side step and Liu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Mister Liu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Muir scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to John Muir. Well Muir has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27 Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27 Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Muir! John Muir seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
PANDA 16
Date: Sep 04, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Panayotov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A big left from Muir misses. It looked like Panayotov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Muir. Muir connects with a right hand. Panayotov shakes it off. Panayotov throws a lazy body kick #TD2# and Muir counters with a single leg into guard. Panayotov didn't expect that. Panayotov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. We 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. Muir throws an elbow that misses. Panayotov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Muir's guard. Nice move by Panayotov!#REVR# Panayotov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Muir has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Panayotov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Panayotov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir working a defensive guard but Panayotov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Panayotov slows the pace down. #T1# Muir is looking for a sweep. Panayotov taking a breather here. Panayotov tries to move to mount but Muir blocks the move with his legs. You can see the frustration on Muir's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Muir tries to bench press Panayotov off him but Panayotov keeps the position. Muir is letting Panayotov control him for a moment. Panayotov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground. Muir tries to improve position but can't. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Muir is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Panayotov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Muir is looking for a sweep. Panayotov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Panayotov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Muir wants to improve his position but Panayotov is controlling well.
Panayotov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Muir wants to control but Panayotov is keeping busy.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3# A lazy body kick from Muir and Panayotov counters with an inside leg kick. Muir catches Panayotov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Muir thuds a left hand into Panayotov's body. Panayotov scores with a head kick. Muir tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Muir takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Panayotov throws a lazy right hand but Muir sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Panayotov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Muir takes a swing at Panayotov's ribcage but misses. Panayotov throws out a loose jab but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. Muir lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Muir just misses with a punch to the body.
Panayotov loads up on a big right hand but Muir slips the punch. Muir looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.#T4# Muir throws a lazy right hand but Panayotov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Panayotov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Panayotov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Muir but Muir pushes him off and we're back to square one. It seemed like Muir was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Panayotov lands a glancing blow to the side of Muir's head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Muir throws the left hand but Panayotov avoids the punch easily. An attempted straight right counter from Panayotov misses the target. Muir misses with a looping right. Panayotov looks to land a left hand but Muir moved out of range nicely. Panayotov scores with a head kick.
Muir fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Panayotov looks to land a right hand but Muir moved out of range. Muir rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. 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 Nikolay Panayotov 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# Panayotov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Nikolay Panayotov is winning the standup battle so far. A big left from Muir misses. Panayotov tries a head kick but it misses.
Muir throws out a counter right but Panayotov avoids it with no problem. Muir misses with a right hand and Panayotov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Muir misses with a leg kick and Panayotov counters with a nice uppercut. Muir scores with a punch to the head. Muir throws a hook but Panayotov blocks it. Muir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir throws a nice outside leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Panayotov throws a hook to the side of Muir's head but Muir sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Muir tries to counter by closing the distance. A jab lands there for Muir. Muir throws a combination that misses and Panayotov counters with a nice uppercut. No joy there for Panayotov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1# Panayotov slips under a jab. Panayotov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Muir looks to land a right hand but Panayotov moved out of range. Muir fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Panayotov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Panayotov is looking to counter punch. Panayotov moves out of range of the leg kick from Muir. Muir throws a hook but Panayotov avoids it easily. Panayotov scores with a head kick.
Panayotov lands a jab. Muir thows a left - swing and a miss! Muir misses with a looping right. Panayotov throwing a counter right hand but Muir manages to avoid it. Panayotov misses with a hook. Muir lands a nice leg kick that just misses Panayotov's sensitive parts. #T2# Muir misses with a takedown attempt and Panayotov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Muir misses the shot to the body. Muir blocks the body kick.
Muir was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Muir throws a head kick that misses. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Panayotov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Panayotov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Muir throws a poor cross that misses
and Panayotov counters with a left and a right that stings Muir. That kick from Muir tenderised Panayotov's leg. Panayotov is trying to keep his angry face on. Muir swings and misses with a shot to the body and Muir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Muir throws a right and a left that Panayotov avoids nicely. Panayotov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Muir uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Panayotov. Muir wants to counter the offense by Panayotov and move into the clinch position.#T3# Panayotov slips a straight right by Muir. Panayotov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Panayotov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Panayotov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Panayotov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Muir listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Muir ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Panayotov moves away. Muir throws a low kick, looking for Panayotov's leg but Panayotov calmly moves out of range. It looked like Panayotov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Muir. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Panayotov swings for the body but Muir moves out of range.
Panayotov looks to land a combination. Muir sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Muir. John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Panayotov defending well as Muir loads up on a big left hand. Muir throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Panayotov counters with a right hand to the body. #T4# Panayotov jabs Muir right on the nose. Muir blinks but takes it well. A clash of legs there as Panayotov blocks the low kick. This has been an exciting period of action! Muir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Muir fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Muir throws a solid leg kick but Panayotov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Muir. Panayotov is looking to counter the offense by Muir and move into the clinch. Panayotov avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Muir tries a low kick but Panayotov avoids it. Panayotov scores with a jab. Panayotov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muir misses with a shot to the body and Panayotov counters with a nice body shot. Muir swings for the body but Panayotov moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolay Panayotov dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Panayotov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Panayotov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Muir throws a leg kick and Panayotov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Muir attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Panayotov misses with a hook. Muir ducked under it nicely. Muir uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panayotov.
Muir swings away with a body shot that misses
and Panayotov counters with a lovely straight right hand! Muir's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Panayotov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Muir scrambles back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir with a nice calf kick. Muir lands with a right hand. Muir walks into a straight right hand from Panayotov.#TD# Panayotov scores with a takedown into Muir's guard.#T1##SUB2# Muir is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Panayotov defends well. Muir being controlled here, momentarily. Panayotov wants to get up but he can't break Muir's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Panayotov's corner is telling him to maintain position. Panayotov tries to free his leg and advance position but Muir is retaining full guard. #SUB2# Panayotov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Panayotov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Panayotov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2# Muir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Panayotov is aware though and is defending well. Muir looking to hit a scissor sweep but Panayotov is one step ahead there. Panayotov stays in close to Muir's body and controls the position. #SUB2# Muir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Panayotov is aware though and is defending well. Panayotov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Panayotov misses with a wild body shot. Muir is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Muir fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Panayotov is out of range. Panayotov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Muir counters with a thumping low kick. #T3# Panayotov lands a right hook to the body.
Panayotov thuds his right hand into Muir's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Muir waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Panayotov. Panayotov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Muir throws the left hand but Panayotov avoids the punch easily. Muir throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Panayotov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Panayotov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Muir looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Panayotov is fending him off so far but Muir persists. Nope, Panayotov circles away and we're back to standing. Panayotov scores with a sloppy right hand. Muir should have avoided that one. Panayotov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Muir throws an off balance right hand
and Panayotov counters with a solid body kick. #T4# Muir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Muir swings widly with a right hand
and Panayotov counters with a nice body shot. Muir scores with a shot to the body.
Panayotov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Muir. Muir misses with a hook. Panayotov ducked under it nicely. Panayotov tries to counter by clinching up but Muir breaks away and moves out of range. Muir jabs Panayotov right on the nose. Panayotov blinks but takes it well. Panayotov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Muir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nikolay Panayotov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Muir shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Muir throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Panayotov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Panayotov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Panayotov lands with a straight right. Muir didn't see that one coming. John Muir has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Muir defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panayotov.
And that's the end of the fight! Nikolay Panayotov showed his dominance in that final round. Well Panayotov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27 Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27 Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolay Panayotov! A relieved looking Nikolay Panayotov 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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CFC 429
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Muir uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Teebs. Teebs tries to clinch but Muir is having none of it. #CL# Teebs gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2# Muir jumps guard.
#SUB2# Muir looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Muir has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Teebs can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Teebs tries to stand but Muir is controlling from the bottom. #SU# Muir is working an open guard so Teebs takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. Muir with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Teebs to score with a decent uppercut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Teebs takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Teebs slips under a jab. Teebs misses with a wild combination.
Teebs wants to clinch up but Muir keeps it at a distance. Teebs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Muir sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1# Muir shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Muir scores with a jab to the body. Teebs takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Muir attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Teebs takes a jab right on the kisser.
Teebs throws a hook to the side of Muir's head but Muir sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Muir let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Muir lands the left hand. Muir connects with a good right hand that stumbles Teebs. Teebs circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Muir sizes up Teebs with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Teebs throws a poor cross that misses
and Muir counters with a slapping leg kick. Teebs scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Muir connects with a solid leg kick. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Muir instigates a clinch. Muir misses with a punch to the body.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Teebs controls the action.
Teebs throws a head punch that misses. Muir tries a body shot but Teebs blocks it.
Teebs working aggressively here.
Muir tries to throw a body punch but Teebs avoids it by throwing Muir back against the cage. #T2# A short right from Muir. Muir lands a body punch. Teebs blocks a body shot from Muir. Teebs scores with a nice hook to the head. A head punch on the inside from Teebs fails to land. Muir lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Teebs. Muir misses with a punch to the body.
Teebs swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Teebs has a couple of punches blocked by Muir.
Muir can't get the takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Teebs fails to land. Teebs misses with some punches.
Teebs scores with a shot to the side of Muir's head. A short right from Teebs. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Muir just misses with a elbow thrown towards Teebs's brow. Teebs misses with a punch on the inside.
Teebs softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Teebs lands a body shot. Muir has a couple of punches blocked by Teebs.
Muir throws an elbow but it misses.
Teebs tries to work over Muir's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Teebs throws a punch but it's blocked by Muir. #T3# Teebs misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Muir. Teebs has a couple of punches blocked by Muir.
Teebs lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Muir lands a shot to the body.#TD2# Muir manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2# Muir escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Teebs gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SU# Teebs stands and steps away. Muir gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Teebs cracks Muir with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL# Teebs has managed to clinch.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Teebs controls the action.
Muir tries to work over Teebs's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A body shot lands from Muir.
Teebs misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Teebs. Teebs misses with the head strike.
Muir misses with an elbow over the top.#T4# Muir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Teebs's elbow. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2# Muir jumps into guard, dragging Teebs to the mat.
#SUB2# Muir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Teebs is aware though and is defending well.#SU# Teebs decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Teebs tries to close the distance and clinch up but Muir swats him away and circles back towards the center. Muir connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Teebs tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL# Teebs rushes Muir and presses him up against the cage. Muir misses with an elbow strike.
Teebs working aggressively here.
Teebs blocking some punches.
Teebs dodges an elbow strike from Muir.
A head punch on the inside from Teebs fails to land. Teebs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Teebs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Muir has a couple of punches blocked by Teebs.
Teebs throws a punch but it's blocked by Muir. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Muir will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Muir avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Teebs lands a slapping body shot.
Teebs is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Muir feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Teebss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Muir throws a nice outside leg kick. Muir swings for the body but Teebs moves out of range.
Teebs wants to clinch. Teebs doesn't manage to clinch there - Muir circles away.
Teebs wants to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Teebs tries to close the distance and clinch but Muir swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Teebs darts in trying to clinch#TD2# so Muir counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Muir throws an elbow that misses. Teebs uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Muir's guard. Nice move by Teebs!#REVR# Muir seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1# Teebs would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2# Muir has his foot on Teebs's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Teebs works his way back into a safe position though. Muir is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Teebs postures up.
Muir might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Teebs haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2# Muir is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# Muir has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Teebs can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2# Teebs got a little sloppy there for a moment and Muir has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Teebs has managed to get both his arms back between Muir's legs - danger averted.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2# Muir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Teebs is aware though and is defending well. Teebs postures up.
Teebs wanted to stand there but Muir had control of the position. #SU# Teebs stands up from guard. Let's bang! John Muir seems to be getting the better of the standup. Muir scores with a leg kick.
Teebs misses with a hook. Muir fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Muir lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Teebs at a distance.
Muir with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Teebs blocks a low kick nicely. Teebs wants to clinch. Muir has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T3# Teebs tries to clinch up but Muir circles away and keeps his distance. The fight stays on the outside here - Teebs looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Muir cracks a nice hook into Teebs's ribs. Bo Teebs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Teebs moves in looking to clinch but Muir pushes him off. Teebs has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Muir. Teebs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muir moves away. Muir throws a good cross that connects.
Teebs tries to clinch but Muir moves away and Muir counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Muir connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Muir throws a series of punches but Teebs avoids them all with ease. Teebs is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Teebs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muir throws a good cross that connects.
#T4# Muir lands with a thumping leg kick.
Muir avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Nice defenses there by Muir. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Teebs tries to close the distance and clinch but Muir swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Muir scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Muir dodges the punch combination from Teebs.
#CL# Teebs clinches up with Muir and pushes him back against the cage. Teebs is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Teebs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Muir creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Muir misses with a body punch.
Muir struggles to land a body shot inside as Teebs controls his hands.
Teebs blocks an elbow strike. Teebs working aggressively here.
Teebs misses with a short punch on the inside. Muir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Muir misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Teebs fails to land. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Muir showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Teebs's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Teebs is looking to clinch. Muir changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Muir scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Muir avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Teebs scores with the left hand. Muir knows he should have avoided that one. Teebs misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Muir scores with a nice head shot. Muir throws a nice outside leg kick. Teebs takes one to the chin there. Muir lands a jab. Muir uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Teebs. Muir tried to score with a low kick but Teebs checks it.#CL# Teebs forces Muir back against the cage and clinches. A short right from Teebs. This has been an exciting period of action! Teebs misses with a punch on the inside.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Teebs controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Muir. Bo Teebs has scored more points in the clinch so far. Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Teebs's elbow. Muir throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Muir lands an uppercut.#T1# Muir throws an elbow that misses.
Teebs blocks an elbow strike. Teebs lands with a right to the head. Teebs prevents a body shot from Muir. Muir has a couple of punches blocked by Teebs.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Teebs controls the action.
Muir lands a left hand.
Muir tries to throw a body punch but Teebs avoids it by throwing Muir back against the cage. Teebs misses with some punches.
Muir looks to throw an elbow but misses. Teebs throws a punch but it's blocked by Muir. Muir misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Muir blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Teebs working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Muir creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Teebs lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Teebs. Muir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Still in the clinch, Teebs scores with a nice short uppercut. Teebs misses with a hook from the clinch. Bo Teebs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A head punch on the inside from Muir fails to land. Teebs lands a hook that snaps the head of Muir backwards. Teebs throws a head punch that misses. Muir tries a body shot but Teebs blocks it.
Muir lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Teebs. Muir makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Teebs misses with a hook from the clinch. Muir blocks an uppercut.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Teebs controls the action.
Teebs misses with a short punch on the inside. Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Teebs misses with the head strike.
#BC2# Muir manages to break the clinch.
Teebs is looking to clinch but Muir is avoiding it.
Muir needs to keep his hands up - Teebs had a free shot at his head there. Muir circles away from the clinch attempt.
Muir tries to counter with a clinch but Teebs shakes him off and moves away. Muir shoots and misses and Teebs counters with a nice uppercut. Teebs is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Teebs fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T3##CL# Teebs gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Muir swings wildly with an uppercut but Teebs uses good head movement to avoid it. Teebs swings wildly with an uppercut but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. Muir misses with a body punch.
Muir struggles to land a body shot inside as Teebs controls his hands.
Teebs working some nice short punches in the clinch. Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Teebs controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Teebs scores with a nice short uppercut. With the fighters up against the cage, Muir throws an elbow but misses. Teebs blocks a body shot from Muir. Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Teebs's elbow. A right hand to the body from Muir.
Teebs blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Teebs blocks a body shot from Muir. Teebs lands on the inside with an uppercut. Muir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Teebs. Muir blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4# Teebs misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by Muir. Muir blocks an uppercut.
Muir blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Teebs scores with a shoulder strike. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Teebs misses with a hook from the clinch. Muir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Teebs's elbow. Teebs lands with a short shot to the head. Muir fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Muir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Teebs. Teebs throws a head punch that misses. Muir blocks an uppercut.
Muir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Teebs. Muir tries to work over Teebs's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Teebs blocks a body shot from Muir. Good body shot from Muir.
Teebs has a couple of punches blocked by Muir.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A right hook to the body lands for Teebs.
And that's the end of the fight! Bo Teebs showed his dominance in that final round. I think Muir 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 28:29 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29 Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
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Event:
PFC 148 Alzado vs Nao
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
#R1# Soszynski walks into a jab.#CUT2# It looks like Krystian Soszynski has been cut. John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Soszynski with a nice cross. Soszynski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Muir. Muir on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#KD# Soszynski cracks Muir with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Soszynski has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Muir to stand back up!#ROC# Muir is rocked! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Soszynski throws out a loose jab but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. Muir flicks out a counter leg kick but Soszynski steps away. Muir is still on wobbly legs! Can Soszynski finish him? Soszynski cracks Muir with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Muir tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Soszynski pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Muir is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Krystian Soszynski! A victorious Krystian Soszynski 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:
PFC 142 Semenko vs Muir
Date: Dec 01, 2019 |
#R1# Semenko cracks the inside of Muir's front leg. Semenko 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. Muir fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Semenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Muir throws a leg kick and Semenko counters with a lovely straight right hand! Semenko paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Muir throws out a powerful jab. Semenko circles away from the clinch attempt and Semenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. A shot to the liver by Muir. Beautiful body shot. Semenko takes a swing at Muir's ribcage but misses. A looping hook to the body misses from Semenko. Muir does a little dance to reset his feet. Muir thows a left - swing and a miss! Muir misses with a leg kick and Semenko counters with a nice leg kick. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Muir dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Semenko. That did some damage! Muir lands a lovely overhand right.#T1# Muir wants to clinch and Semenko counters with a nice leg kick. Muir scores with a nice right hand.
Semenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Semenko fails with an attempt to clinch.
Semenko walks into a left hand. Muir misses with an uppercut. Semenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Muir is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Semenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Muir. Semenko now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Semenko ducks under a wild hook from Muir. Muir takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Muir just misses with a punch to the body.
Muir takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T2# A telegraphed right hand from Muir misses the target. Dave Semenko is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Muir on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Semenko looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Muir is looking to slow Semenko down with leg kicks. Muir is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Semenko connects with a jab. Muir misses with the combination.
Semenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muir. Semenko circles away from the clinch attempt and Semenko counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Muir is lucky that one didn't land flush. John Muir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Semenko takes the fight into the clinch. Muir has a couple of punches blocked by Semenko.
#T3# Muir misses with a punch on the inside.
Muir throws a punch but it's blocked by Semenko. Semenko putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Muir in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Muir misses with a hook from the clinch. Muir misses with a punch on the inside.
Semenko tries to work over Muir's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Muir lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Semenko or not. Semenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Muir uses good head movement to avoid it. A right handed body shot lands from Semenko.
Semenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Semenko is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Muir is defending well for now. Semenko gets through Muir's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Semenko works on Muir's body with a couple of short punches. Muir avoiding damage as Semenko throws knees to the body.
Muir tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Muir swings wildly with an uppercut but Semenko uses good head movement to avoid it. Semenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4# A head punch blocked on the inside by Semenko. Semenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Muir controls his hands.
Muir can't find room to land a body shot as Semenko controls the action.
Semenko lands on the inside with an uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Semenko stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Semenko takes a shot to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Semenko. Muir lands a hook that snaps the head of Semenko backwards. Muir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Semenko. #TD# Muir has Semenko pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Muir pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Semenko tumbling to the mat - Muir dives into Semenko's guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#ES2# Semenko has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Muir is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. A nice left hand lands by Semenko.
Semenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Muir backwards. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Muir digs a right hand into Semenko's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Semenko's gas tank. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Semenko dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Semenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Muir. Dave Semenko seems to be getting the better of the standup. Muir lands a really nice looking cross but Semenko seems unphased.
Semenko tries to land a leg kick but Muir saw it coming and moves away.
Muir misses with a hook. Semenko ducked under it nicely. A nice side step and Semenko releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Semenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Muir slips under a jab. Muir misses with a hook. Semenko ducked under it nicely. Semenko has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Semenko moves out of range of the strikes. Muir misses with a wild body shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir scores with a jab. Semenko acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Semenko misses with a body kick. Muir swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Semenko. A telegraphed right hand from Muir misses the target. Semenko thinks about the counter body kick.#T1# Muir lands an overhand right. Muir swings widly with a right hand
and Semenko counters with a nice body shot. Semenko misses with a wild body shot. Semenko slips under a jab. Muir connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Semenko moves out of range as Muir strikes. Muir throws a quick inside leg kick. Semenko pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Muir half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Muir rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Semenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. A low kick from Muir misses and Semenko makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Muir shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Semenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2# Semenko lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. 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! Muir uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Semenko.
Muir was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Semenko slaps away a takedown attempt from Muir, before circling back to the center of the mat. Muir throws an overhand right that lands on Semenko's shoulder, as Semenko tries to avoid the shot. Muir moves out of range of the body kick from Semenko.
Muir throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Semenko. Muir throws a lazy uppercut
and Semenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Muir wants to clinch and Semenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Semenko misses with a kick to the body and Muir connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Muir misses with an uppercut. Semenko saw that one coming.#T3# Semenko leaves Muir with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Muir. That's going to take a lot out of him. Muir throws a predictable looking body shot
and Semenko counters with a lovely straight right hand! A jab from Muir misses. Muir walks into a jab. Muir falls off balance throwing a combination
and Semenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Muir shoots for a takedown but Semenko saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Semenko lands with a nice body punch. A shot to the body from Muir misses and Semenko counters with a thumping low kick. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Semenko throws a leg kick which misses Muir's front leg but catches the back leg as Muir tries to avoid it. Muir swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Muir will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T4# Semenko thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Muir if he has to take too many more of those.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Semenko fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Muir on the side of the head. Semenko on the wrong end of a nice jab. Semenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A lazy left from Semenko finds it's target. Muir lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Muir throws a right hand that misses
and Semenko counters with a nice body kick.
Muir shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Nice uppercut there from Semenko.#ROC2# Muir is rocked! Semenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Muir. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Semenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action! #R3# Semenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Muir.
Semenko keeps the fight on the outside. Semenko takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Muir defending well as Semenko loads up on a big left hand. Muir is looking to clinch but Semenko is avoiding it.
Muir on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Semenko. Semenko obviously looking to wear him down.
Muir is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Muir tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Semenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Muir. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Muir moves in looking to clinch but Semenko pushes him off. Semenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Semenko cracks a nice hook into Muir's ribs.#CL# Muir fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Semenko, pushing him back against the cage. Muir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1# A head punch blocked on the inside by Muir. Semenko is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Muir is defending well for now. A short left from Semenko. Good body shot from Semenko.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Semenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Semenko makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Semenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Muir controls his hands.
Muir wants to take the fight to the mat but Semenko manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Muir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Semenko lands a body punch in the clinch. Semenko lands with a left to the head. Semenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Semenko lands a shoulder strike. Semenko with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short uppercut from Semenko. Muir takes a knee to the side of the body. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Semenko jerks Muir's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! Muir drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! Semenko goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from Semenko because Muir was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Dave Semenko! Dave Semenko retains his light heavyweight title! A relieved looking Dave Semenko 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:
EFC Izmir vs Zexi
Date: Oct 19, 2019 |
#R1# Ada Izmir sizes up Zexi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Zexi 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. Zexi drops his hands momentarily and Ada Izmir takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT# It looks like Dai Zexi has been cut. Ada Izmir takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Zexi throws a body shot but no joy. #CL# Ada Izmir pushes Zexi up against the cage in a clinch. Zexi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ada Izmir lands with a short shot to the head. Ada Izmir scores with a shot to the side of Zexi's head. Ada Izmir misses with the head strike.
Zexi has a couple of punches blocked by Ada Izmir.
Zexi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Zexi tries a body shot but Ada Izmir blocks it.
Zexi is working Ada Izmir over against the cage. A nice right hand lands inside from Zexi. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ada Izmir misses with a punch on the inside.
Ada Izmir misses with the head strike.
Zexi has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ada Izmir after a bit of a struggle. Zexi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ada Izmir tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Zexi has a couple of punches blocked by Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ada Izmir lands with a right to the head. #T1# Zexi tries to work over Ada Izmir's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ada Izmir working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ada Izmir has a couple of punches blocked by Zexi.
Zexi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ada Izmir tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Zexi misses with the head strike.
Ada Izmir blocks a body shot from Zexi. Zexi tries to work over Ada Izmir's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Zexi scores with an uppercut up the middle. Zexi is leaning against Ada Izmir and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Zexi can't get the takedown.
Ada Izmir lands an uppercut. Zexi misses with a hook from the clinch. Ada Izmir misses with some punches.
Zexi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Ada Izmir throws a head punch that misses. Ada Izmir blocks a body shot from Zexi. Zexi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ada Izmirs head. Zexi misses with some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ada Izmir. Zexi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ada Izmir lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zexi backwards. #T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Zexi goes for a takedown attempt but Ada Izmir pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Uzun Ada Izmir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dai Zexi. Ada Izmir scores with a sloppy right hand. Zexi should have avoided that one. Zexi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ada Izmir counters with an outside leg kick.
Ada Izmir has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gorilla Warfare in the buildup to the fight. Ada Izmir lands with an overhand left. Zexi connects with a crisp jab. Ada Izmir scores with a punch to the head. Zexi misses with a hook. Ada Izmir throws a lazy uppercut
and Ada Izmir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ada Izmir takes one on the button. Ada Izmir walks into a left hand. Ada Izmir jabs at Zexi's body. Zexi misses with a body shot.
Zexi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Zexi scores with a punch to the head.#T3# An inside leg kick lands from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir dives in for a single leg takedown but Zexi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Donk. Zexi catches Ada Izmir right on the button with a cross. Zexi lands a jab to Ada Izmir's midsection. Zexi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zexi just misses with a punch to the body.
Ada Izmir loads up on a big right hand but Zexi slips the punch. Zexi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ada Izmir looks to land a left hand but Zexi moved out of range nicely. Zexi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Ada Izmir misses with a hook. Zexi moves out of range as Ada Izmir strikes. Ada Izmir jabbing away but nothing is landing. Ada Izmir slips a jab from Zexi. Zexi with a jab. A slow jab from Zexi misses its intended target. Zexi ducks under a wild hook from Ada Izmir.#T4# Ada Izmir misses with a low kick as Zexi jumps back. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ada Izmir takes one to the chin there. Zexi throws a big shot that misses. Ada Izmir swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Zexi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Zexi stuns Ada Izmir with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Zexi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ada Izmir defends well and Zexi ends up having to push Ada Izmir into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Zexi slips under a jab from Ada Izmir. Zexi misses with a body punch
and Zexi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Dai Zexi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ada Izmir throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Zexi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ada Izmir slips a straight right by Zexi. Ada Izmir tests Zexi's chin there with a solid looking shot. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Ada Izmir misses the jab. Zexi now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Zexi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ada Izmir. Zexi throws a jab but it's blocked by Ada Izmir. 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 Uzun Ada Izmir will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Dai Zexi's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Ada Izmir misses with a body kick. Ada Izmir uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zexi. Zexi scores with a nice head shot. Zexi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ada Izmir manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Ada Izmir misses with an uppercut. Zexi saw that one coming. Ada Izmir tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Zexi throws out a loose jab but Ada Izmir uses good head movement to avoid it. Ada Izmir misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Zexi slips under a jab. A looping hook to the body misses from Zexi. Ada Izmir does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL# Ada Izmir pushes Zexi up against the cage in a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zexi goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ada Izmir prevents it.
Zexi misses with a hook from the clinch. Ada Izmir softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Zexi misses with a hook from the clinch. Zexi prevents the takedown attempt.
Zexi throws a head punch that misses. #T1# Ada Izmir scores with a shoulder strike. Zexi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ada Izmir backwards. Zexi tries a body shot but Ada Izmir blocks it.
Uzun Ada Izmir has scored more points in the clinch so far. Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Ada Izmir prevents a takedown attempt there.
Zexi throws a punch but it's blocked by Ada Izmir. Zexi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zexi misses with some punches.
Ada Izmir lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Ada Izmir can't get the takedown.
Ada Izmir throws a head punch that misses. Ada Izmir lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zexi backwards. Ada Izmir fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Zexi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ada Izmir working aggressively here.
Zexi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Zexi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Zexi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zexi working aggressively here.
Zexi lands a hook that snaps the head of Ada Izmir backwards. #T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ada Izmir has a couple of punches blocked by Zexi.
Ada Izmir swings wildly with an uppercut but Zexi uses good head movement to avoid it. Zexi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Ada Izmir throws a punch but it's blocked by Zexi. Zexi wants a takedown but no success here.
Uzun Ada Izmir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dai Zexi. Zexi misses with some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Zexi. Zexi misses with some punches.
Zexi lands with a light punch inside. Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short body shot lands from Ada Izmir as the two fighters clinch.
Ada Izmir swings wildly with an uppercut but Zexi uses good head movement to avoid it. Ada Izmir struggles to land a body shot inside as Zexi controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Zexi. Zexi misses with a punch on the inside.
Zexi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ada Izmir backwards. Ada Izmir lands a left hand.
A short left from Zexi. #T3# Zexi tries to throw a body punch but Ada Izmir avoids it by throwing Zexi back against the cage. Zexi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD# Zexi is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ada Izmir is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Zexi to the mat. Zexi regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. 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. Ada Izmir with a flurry of punches that miss. Ada Izmir trying to control but Zexi is working from the bottom. Ada Izmir postures up and lands a big shot to Zexi's brow. #SUB2# Zexi has his foot on Ada Izmir's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ada Izmir works his way back into a safe position though. Zexi 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.#SUB2# Zexi is looking for a triangle but Ada Izmir pushes his legs off easily.
Ada Izmir makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4# Ada Izmir is working Zexi over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2# Zexi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ada Izmir is aware though and is defending well. Ada Izmir stopping the sweep attempt from Zexi.#SUB2# Zexi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ada Izmir is aware though and is defending well. Zexi is breathing heavily. Ada Izmir cracks Zexi with a solid left hand. Ada Izmir preventing the sweep. Ada Izmir's corner is telling him to maintain position. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zexi's head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ada Izmir distracts Zexi with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Ada Izmir postures up in Zexi's guard and throws a big left but Zexi blocks it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Uzun Ada Izmir will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Dai Zexi's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R3# Ada Izmir ducks right into an uppercut from Zexi. Ada Izmir swings widly with a right hand
and Zexi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Zexi looks to score with a jab to the body but Ada Izmir is just out of range. Zexi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Zexi misses with a hook. Ada Izmir ducked under it nicely. Zexi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ada Izmir. Zexi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ada Izmir. A nice side step and Zexi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Zexi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Zexi throws a looping overhand right but Ada Izmir ducks down to avoid it. Zexi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Zexi misses with a left hand and Ada Izmir counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Zexi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ada Izmir.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zexi! But no joy. A punch lands to the side of Zexi 's head but he takes it in his stride. 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! Zexi misses with a body shot.
Zexi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. A shot to the body from Zexi misses and Ada Izmir counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1# Zexi lands a jab to the head.
Ada Izmir delivers a nice body kick. Ada Izmir jabs Zexi right on the nose. Zexi blinks but takes it well. Zexi misses with a lunging right hand
and Ada Izmir counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Zexi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir obviously looking to wear him down.
Ada Izmir slips under a jab. Ada Izmir cracks Zexi with an open hand slap. Ada Izmir uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zexi.
Ada Izmir moves out of range as Zexi strikes. Zexi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Ada Izmir scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Zexi throws a body shot but no joy. 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!#TD2# Zexi shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ada Izmir is trying to defend but Zexi finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Zexi wants to control but Ada Izmir is keeping him busy. #T2# Ada Izmir is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zexi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zexi's back! Ada Izmir scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Zexi is looking for a way out. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zexi wants to escape the position.
#SUB# Ada Izmir looking for the choke from the back. Ada Izmir keeps control of the position as Zexi tries to break free.
Ada Izmir lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Ada Izmir lands with a hammerfist to the side of Zexi's head. Zexi trying to control the position but Ada Izmir manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB# Zexi defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ada Izmir's arms. Ada Izmir avoiding Zexi 's attempts to control his hands. Ada Izmir lands strikes to the head. Can Zexi hold on?! Ada Izmir is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
#SUB# Ada Izmir working for the choke. Ada Izmir is looking to finish with some ground and pound!#T4##SUB# Ada Izmir is persistently looking for the submission but Zexi is defending it well.
You can see the frustration on Zexi's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ada Izmir lands punches and elbows. Ada Izmir is punishing Zexi with some ground and pound. Ada Izmir throwing damaging strikes from the back! Zexi could be in trouble here!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Oooh a big shot gets through from Ada Izmir. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
#ROC# Zexi is rocked!#CUT# That has opened up Dai Zexi's cut even more. The referee is taking a good look at Zexi as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Ada Izmir!
Zexi is still in real trouble! Can Ada Izmir finish him? Zexi is really stuck here.
Ada Izmir lands a series of strikes from the back and Zexi goes limp! The ref jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir retains his heavyweight title! A very excited looking Uzun Ada Izmir made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
EFC Izmir VS Kagonbo 2
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1# Ada Izmir moves out of range as Kagonbo strikes. Kagonbo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Kagonbo cracks Ada Izmir with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Ada Izmir tries to clinch but Kagonbo moves out of range. Kagonbo loads up on a big right hand but Ada Izmir slips the punch.#TD# Ada Izmir closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Kagonbo tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB# Kagonbo defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Kagonbo is trying to get back to his feet but Ada Izmir has full control of the position and if anything, Kagonbo has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T1# Kagonbo covering up well and avoiding damage. Ada Izmir missing with strikes from the back. #SUB# Ada Izmir is persistently looking for the submission but Kagonbo is defending it well.
Ada Izmir 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. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ada Izmir punches the canvas rather than the man. Ada Izmir connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Kagonbo to escape the position.
#SUB# Kagonbo defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking for subs off his back but Kagonbo has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T2##SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back. Ada Izmir tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kagonbo has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Ada Izmir 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. Ada Izmir is working to get back to half guard.
#T3# Kagonbo controlling the pace for now. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Ada Izmir is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Kagonbo avoids the attempt from Ada Izmir to control. Ada Izmir is trying desperately to improve position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bismack Kagonbo dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Kagonbo misses with a lunging right hand
and Ada Izmir cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Ada Izmir lands with a hook. Kagonbo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Ada Izmir lands a nice shot to the body.
Kagonbo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kagonbo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. The fighters circling - Kagonbo throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Ada Izmir throwing a counter right hand but Kagonbo manages to avoid it. Kagonbo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ada Izmir sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kagonbo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kagonbo lands with a cross. A swing and a miss from Kagonbo. Ada Izmir keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#CUT# It looks like Bismack Kagonbo has been cut. Kagonbo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ada Izmir. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kagonbo misses with a hook. Ada Izmir ducked under it nicely. Kagonbo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kagonbo tried to score with a low kick but Ada Izmir checks it. Kagonbo swats away the attempt to clinch by Ada Izmir. Kagonbo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1# Kagonbo lands a head shot. Kagonbo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ada Izmir. Nice jab there from Ada Izmir. Decent striking displayed by Ada Izmir there. Kagonbo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Bismack Kagonbo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kagonbo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ada Izmir sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kagonbo loads up on a big right hand but Ada Izmir slips the punch. Bismack Kagonbo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Nice uppercut there from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kagonbo circles away quickly and effectively. A big right from Kagonbo misses. Kagonbo throws a wild body kick that Ada Izmir sees coming a mile off. A little feinted left hand from Ada Izmir on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Ada Izmir throws out a powerful jab. Ada Izmir throws a sloppy body shot
letting Kagonbo counter with a right hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ada Izmir throws a looping overhand right but Kagonbo ducks down to avoid it. Kagonbo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2# Ada Izmir cracks Kagonbo with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Kagonbo falls to his knees and Ada Izmir doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir retains his heavyweight title! Our winner, Uzun Ada Izmir, 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. Bismack Kagonbo spoke after the fight, saying 'Breathes heavily....growls...'.
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Event:
EFC Izmir vs Pulu
Date: Aug 31, 2019 |
#R1# Ada Izmir misses with a straight left. Maki Pulu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A jab from Ada Izmir does it's job there.#CUT# It looks like Maki Pulu has been cut. Pulu needs to keep his hands up - Ada Izmir had a free shot at his head there. Pulu dodges the punch combination from Ada Izmir.
Pulu lands a head kick. Ada Izmir smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Pulu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Pulu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Pulu misses the shot to the body. Good work by Pulu as he checks the leg kick. That kick from Ada Izmir tenderised Pulu's leg. Pulu is trying to keep his angry face on. Nice body punch from Ada Izmir. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Pulu gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Pulu misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pulu misses with a wild body shot. Ada Izmir moves away from the strike by Pulu. #T1# Ada Izmir punishes Pulu's body with a nice straight punch. Ada Izmir lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Pulu misses with a looping left. Pulu throws a head kick but Ada Izmir moves out of range.
Ada Izmir takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Pulu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ada Izmir. Jab by Ada Izmir.#CUT# That has opened up Maki Pulu's cut even more. Pulu moves out of range as Ada Izmir strikes. Pulu moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. The crowd cheers as Ada Izmir lands an impressive looking overhand right. Pulu doesn't seem phased though.#ROC# Pulu is rocked!#CUT# The cut above Maki Pulu's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Ada Izmir fakes the body blow, causing Pulu to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Pulu goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir retains his heavyweight title! Our winner, Uzun Ada Izmir, 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:
EFC Trudeau vs Lawrence
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1# Allu thows a leg kick but Ada Izmir checks it and Ada Izmir counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Allu lands with a nice body punch. Allu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Allu just misses with a punch to the body.
Allu throws a good cross that connects.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir checks the leg kick. Ada Izmir will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Allu. Allu avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Allu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. This has been an exciting period of action! Ada Izmir throws a body kick that misses. Allu checks a low kick from Ada Izmir. Allu thows a body kick. Ada Izmir tries to catch it but that hurt him. Allu throws a leg kick which misses Ada Izmir's front leg but catches the back leg as Ada Izmir tries to avoid it. #T1# Allu chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Allu misses with a wild combination.
Allu throws a poor cross that misses
letting Ada Izmir counter with a right hand. Ada Izmir is trying hard to land a takedown here. Allu sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Allu lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ada Izmir's sensitive parts. Ada Izmir has his takedown stuffed and Allu counters with an outside leg kick.
Ada Izmir on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Ada Izmir avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Allu throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Allu doesn't manage to clinch there - Ada Izmir circles away.
Allu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Allu fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Ada Izmir moves out of range as Allu throws a body kick.
Allu moves out of range as Ada Izmir strikes.#T2# Allu misses with a wild body shot. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Ada Izmir crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Allu - the referee stops the clock and Ada Izmir gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Allu. Ada Izmir manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Allu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ada Izmir looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Allu is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Allu misses with a series of wild punches.
Allu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ada Izmir was well out of range. Poor timing from Allu. Allu punishes Ada Izmir's body with a nice straight punch. Allu walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ada Izmir checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Allu misses with a wild body shot. Allu throws the left hand but Ada Izmir avoids the punch easily. Allu tries to clinch but Ada Izmir moves away and Ada Izmir counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Allu ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Nice shot lands for Ada Izmir. Allu misses the shot to the body. Allu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. As Ada Izmir backs off Allu throws a huge counter combo but Ada Izmir manages to avoid it all.#T3# Allu cracks Ada Izmir with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Ada Izmir scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2# Allu pushes Ada Izmir up against the cage in a clinch. Allu has a couple of punches blocked by Ada Izmir.
Allu gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ada Izmir.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Uzun Ada Izmir. That's going to take a lot out of him. Allu misses with some punches.
Allu has Ada Izmir pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ada Izmir manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Allu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ada Izmir lands with a left to the head. #TD2# Allu jumps guard and drags Ada Izmir to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Ada Izmir scoring with some ground and pound. Allu is trying to keep Ada Izmir in close.
Ada Izmir trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Ada Izmir postures up in Allu's guard and throws a big left but Allu blocks it. Ada Izmir is in close to Allu's body, working some short punches and elbows. Ada Izmir 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.#T4# Allu has Ada Izmir pulled in close to control his posture. Ada Izmir with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ada Izmir is fighting to break Allu's control of his arms but Allu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Allu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Allu 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. Ada Izmir lands a couple of digs. Allu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Allu working a defensive guard here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Allu avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Allu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Allu keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mika Allu dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Allu stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Allu wants it to stay on the feet. A little jabbing left from Allu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Mika Allu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ada Izmir, right into the meat.
Ada Izmir throws a low kick but it's checked well by Allu. Allu darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Ada Izmir on the wrong end of a nice jab. Ada Izmir misses with a looping right. Ada Izmir is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Ada Izmir pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Allu back to the cage. Ada Izmir follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Ada Izmir throws out a loose jab but Allu uses good head movement to avoid it. Allu ducks under a wild hook from Ada Izmir. Allu looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Allu shoots in for a takedown but Ada Izmir shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Allu throws out a leg kick but Ada Izmir moves out of range and Allu only half commits. Allu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ada Izmir scores with a leg kick.
Allu attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Allu has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Ada Izmir doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1# Allu moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Allu throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Allu staying out of range there. Allu scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Allu shoots in but no luck this time. Allu misses with an uppercut. Ada Izmir saw that one coming. Ada Izmir takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Allu scores with a hook to the body. Ada Izmir takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Allu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir misses with a kick to the body.
Allu looks to throw the jab but Ada Izmir is out of range. Allu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ada Izmir manages to avoid it. Ada Izmir throws a leg kick and Allu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Allu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ada Izmir moves away. A big left from Ada Izmir misses. #T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Allu checks a leg kick. Ada Izmir attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Ada Izmir walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Allu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Allu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ada Izmir was well out of range. Poor timing from Allu. It looked like Ada Izmir wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Allu throws a nice inside leg kick. Allu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A countering left hand to the body from Allu misses. Ada Izmir lands with a nice body punch. Allu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ada Izmir counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Allu misses with a wild body shot. Allu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir obviously looking to wear him down.
Ada Izmir throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Allu's head. Ada Izmir throws a lazy uppercut
#CL2# and Allu counters by moving into the clinch. Allu tries a body shot but Ada Izmir blocks it.
Allu lands a shot to the body.#T3# Allu lands with a short head shot on the inside. Allu misses with a hook from the clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Allu. Allu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ada Izmir has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Allu is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. A shot in the inside from Allu. Ada Izmir misses with a punch on the inside.
Allu can't get the takedown.
Uzun Ada Izmir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mika Allu. Allu swings wildly with an uppercut but Ada Izmir uses good head movement to avoid it. Allu blocks an uppercut.
Ada Izmir throws a head punch that misses. Allu lands an uppercut. Allu misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Allu. Allu wants a takedown.
Allu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Allu works on Ada Izmir's body with a couple of short punches. Allu can't find room to land a body shot as Ada Izmir controls the action.
#T4# Ada Izmir misses with the head strike.
Allu throws a head punch that misses. Ada Izmir fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Allu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ada Izmir blocking some punches.
Allu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ada Izmir. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ada Izmir. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Allu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ada Izmir backwards. Allu tries to throw a body punch but Ada Izmir avoids it by throwing Allu back against the cage. Ada Izmir lands a right hand. Mika Allu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Ada Izmir misses with a punch on the inside.
Allu gets through Ada Izmir's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Allu misses with the head strike.
Ada Izmir blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Allu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Allu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Allu lands with a right to the head. Allu blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mika Allu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R3# Ada Izmir tries to clinch up. Allu throws a head kick that misses and Ada Izmir counters with a stiff right hand. Allu connects with a single shot there. Allu connects with a body shot. A low kick from Ada Izmir misses and Allu counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Allu throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#TD2# Allu dives in and scores a takedown into Ada Izmir's guard. Ada Izmir manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Allu manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# This has been an exciting period of action! Ada Izmir makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Ada Izmir postures up in Allu's guard and throws a big left but Allu blocks it. Allu has his hands on Ada Izmir's head, controlling the position. Ada Izmir working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Allu is controlling Ada Izmir's posture.#T1# Allu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ada Izmir is one step ahead there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ada Izmir throwing strikes from guard but Allu blocks nicely. Ada Izmir postures up and lands a big shot to Allu's brow. Ada Izmir postures up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ada Izmir's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Allu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Ada Izmir preventing the sweep. #T2# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Ada Izmir is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Ada Izmir distracts Allu with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Allu wants to sweep but no luck. Ada Izmir with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Allu's head. Ada Izmir is looking to work some ground and pound but Allu has wrist control. Ada Izmir stands up over Allu, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ROC# Allu is rocked! Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ada Izmir's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Allu is still in real trouble! Can Ada Izmir finish him? Ada Izmir postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Allu covers up, he's hurt! Ada Izmir keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Ada Izmir and the ref steps in to end the fight! Ada Izmir can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir retains his heavyweight title! During a confident post fight interview, Uzun Ada Izmir thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EFC Izmir vs Dorn
Date: Jul 06, 2019 |
#R1# Dorn tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Ada Izmir looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2# Dorn forces Ada Izmir back against the cage and clinches. Dorn creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Ada Izmir swings wildly with an uppercut but Dorn uses good head movement to avoid it. Ada Izmir keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dorn's efforts to push away. Ada Izmir swings wildly with an uppercut but Dorn uses good head movement to avoid it. Ada Izmir has a couple of punches blocked by Dorn.
Ada Izmir lands a right hand. Ada Izmir lands a left hand.
Dorn is trying to break the clinch but Ada Izmir has him pressed against the cage. Dorn tries to circle away but Ada Izmir has him pinned against the cage. Ada Izmir misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir throws a head punch that misses. Dorn working hard to break the clinch. Dorn has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Ada Izmir lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dorn backwards. Ada Izmir has a couple of punches blocked by Dorn.
Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dorn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1# An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ada Izmir. Dorn can't break the clinch.
Ada Izmir throws a head punch that misses. Dorn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dorn is trying to push Ada Izmir away but Ada Izmir has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Ada Izmir working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dorn's efforts to push away. Ada Izmir lands with a light punch inside. Ada Izmir misses with some punches.
Ada Izmir misses with some punches.
#TD# Ada Izmir tightens his grip and picks Dorn up, before dumping him to the ground. Dorn manages to land in guard. Ada Izmir sitting in guard, not really doing much. Dorn trying to control the position.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dorn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ada Izmir has managed to get both his arms back between Dorn's legs - danger averted.#T2##SUB2# Dorn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ada Izmir defends well. Ada Izmir trying to control the position from guard on top but Dorn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Dorn has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ada Izmir can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB# Ada Izmir is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Ada Izmir connects with a couple of short punches. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Ada Izmir working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2# The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Dorn looking for a guillotine here but Ada Izmir defends easily.
#SUB2# Dorn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3# Ada Izmir works over Dorn with some ground and pound from guard. Ada Izmir wants to pass the guard but Dorn is keeping the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Dorn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ada Izmir doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ada Izmir manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2# Ada Izmir got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dorn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ada Izmir has managed to get both his arms back between Dorn's legs - danger averted. Ada Izmir connects with a couple of short punches. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dorn's head. Ada Izmir trying to control the position from guard on top but Dorn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ada Izmir keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dorn's head.#SUB2# Dorn is looking for a triangle but Ada Izmir pushes his legs off easily.
Ada Izmir trying to control but Dorn is working from the bottom. #T4# Ada Izmir connects with a couple of short punches. Ada Izmir working some strikes from top position.#SUB2# Ada Izmir avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ada Izmir with a nice head shot there. Ada Izmir keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dorn's head.#SUB2# Dorn has his foot on Ada Izmir's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ada Izmir works his way back into a safe position though. Ada Izmir connects with a couple of short punches. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ada Izmir's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Ada Izmir working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dorn's head. Dorn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ada Izmir scoring with punches to the head and body. Dorn looking to control but Ada Izmir passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Ada Izmir moves into range and connects with a jab. Ada Izmir lands with a hook. Dorn tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Dorn takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Ada Izmir lands with a right hand. Ada Izmir misses with an uppercut
and Dorn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ada Izmir throws a nice inside leg kick. Ivan Dorn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ada Izmir tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Dorn throws a shot from downtown. Ada Izmir moves away and avoids it. Ada Izmir half committed to a counter leg kick. Dorn throws a front kick aimed at Ada Izmir's knee but Ada Izmir avoids it well. #TD# Ada Izmir shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dorn manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. This has been an exciting period of action! Ada Izmir trying to control but Dorn is working from the bottom. Ada Izmir is working Dorn over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2# Ada Izmir got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dorn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ada Izmir has managed to get both his arms back between Dorn's legs - danger averted. Ada Izmir trying to control but Dorn is working from the bottom. #T1# Ada Izmir looking to sit in guard and control but Dorn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Dorn looking to pass the guard. Dorn in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB# Ada Izmir throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ada Izmir keeping moving, preventing Dorn from controlling successfully. #SUB# Ada Izmir is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Ada Izmir is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Dorn drops back looking for a leg! Ada Izmir is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ada Izmir manages to kick Dorn off! Dorn jumps back into Ada Izmir's guard. #T2# Dorn working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB# Ada Izmir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dorn is aware though and is defending well.#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a triangle but Dorn pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Ada Izmir has his foot on Dorn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dorn works his way back into a safe position though. Dorn wants to control from the top but Ada Izmir keeps moving. Dorn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ada Izmir is keeping the position for now. Ada Izmir 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. Uzun Ada Izmir overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Dorn wants to control from the top but Ada Izmir keeps moving. #T3##SUB# Dorn got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ada Izmir has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dorn has managed to get both his arms back between Ada Izmir's legs - danger averted. Ada Izmir wants to sweep but no luck. Dorn wants to control from the top but Ada Izmir keeps moving. #SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a triangle but Dorn pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Dorn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dorn controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB# Ada Izmir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dorn is aware though and is defending well.#SUB# Ada Izmir has his foot on Dorn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dorn works his way back into a safe position though. Dorn trying to control but Ada Izmir is working from the bottom. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Dorn pushing down on Ada Izmir's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2# Dorn looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back. Dorn wants to control but Ada Izmir is keeping him busy. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ada Izmir wants to improve his position but Dorn is controlling well.
#SUB# Ada Izmir actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R3# Nice cross by Ada Izmir. Dorn jabs Ada Izmir right on the nose. Ada Izmir blinks but takes it well. Ada Izmir tries to clinch up. Ada Izmir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dorn can do to turn this around? Dorn ducks under a wild hook from Ada Izmir. A nice combination there by Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dorn. Dorn throws a hook but Ada Izmir blocks it. Dorn throws a lazy right hand but Ada Izmir sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Dorn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ada Izmir paws at him with a jab and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ada Izmir scores with a shot to the body.
#CL2# Dorn gets in close and instigates a clinch. A short right from Dorn on the inside. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Dorn wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ada Izmir has him pressed against the cage. Dorn wants to break the clinch but can't.
#T1# Ada Izmir lands a nice uppercut. Ada Izmir fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ada Izmir keeps control of Dorn as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Dorn has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Dorn manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir lands with a right to the head. Ada Izmir tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Ada Izmir wants a takedown.
Ada Izmir has a couple of punches blocked by Dorn.
Dorn wants to get back to striking at distance but Ada Izmir won't allow it.
Ada Izmir lands with a right to the head. Ada Izmir lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dorn backwards. Dorn wants to break free but Ada Izmir has control.
Dorn blocking some punches.
#T2# Ada Izmir lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dorn tries to break free but Ada Izmir pushes him back against the cage. Ada Izmir lands a hook that snaps the head of Dorn backwards. Dorn wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Dorn wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ada Izmir blocking some punches.
Dorn blocking some punches.
Dorn blocking some punches.
Dorn wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ada Izmir misses with a hook from the clinch. Dorn is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Ada Izmir swings wildly with an uppercut but Dorn uses good head movement to avoid it. Ada Izmir keeps control of Dorn as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Ada Izmir fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD# Ada Izmir ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Ada Izmir no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB# Ada Izmir working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dorn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dorn manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3##SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dorn sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ada Izmir's guard. #SUB2# Dorn is working for a kimura but Ada Izmir is defending it quite comfortably.
Ada Izmir 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. Dorn wants to take a breather but Ada Izmir is having none of it. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Dorn is keen to just control but Ada Izmir is a slippery customer.#SUB# Ada Izmir looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Dorn is looking for a kimura but Ada Izmir is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dorn to get the leverage. #T4##SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Dorn wants to work for an arm triangle but Ada Izmir is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ada Izmir keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Dorn prevents Ada Izmir from improving his position.#SUB2# Dorn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ada Izmir defends it well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir clearly takes that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R4##CL2# Dorn has managed to clinch.
Dorn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ada Izmir misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ada Izmir. #BC2# Dorn manages to break the clinch.
Dorn moves into range and connects with a jab. Dorn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD# Ada Izmir shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dorn napping and manages to drive through into side control! Dorn can't do much from the bottom here. Ada Izmir connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Dorn some visible discomfort.
Dorn is looking to regain half guard here but Ada Izmir keeps moving and retains side control. Dorn takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#T1# Ada Izmir is chipping away with strikes.
Ada Izmir works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. Ada Izmir is putting a hurting on Dorn here, landing some big shots from side control. Dorn tries to improve position but can't. Ada Izmir cracks Dorn with an elbow. That is naaassty. Ada Izmir scoring with punches from side control. Ada Izmir creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dorn can't do much from the bottom here. Dorn is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. Ada Izmir working the body and head with strikes. Ada Izmir controlling the position. Dorn is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Dorn is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Ada Izmir working the ground and pound from side control.#T2# Ada Izmir working away. Ada Izmir lands a decent elbow from side control. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Ada Izmir cracks Dorn with a big elbow. Dorn tries to buck Ada Izmir off but Ada Izmir is having none of it.#SUB# Ada Izmir goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Dorn rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ada Izmir's guard! Nice work there by Dorn! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2# Dorn thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Dorn throwing strikes from guard but Ada Izmir blocks nicely. #SUB2# Dorn is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T3##SUB# Ada Izmir escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dorn gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Ada Izmir has his foot on Dorn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dorn works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Dorn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Dorn drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dorn jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Ada Izmir keeping moving, preventing Dorn from controlling successfully. Dorn passes into half guard. #SUB# Ada Izmir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dorn pulls his head out easily. #T4# Ada Izmir is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dorn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dorn's back!#SUB# Ada Izmir looking to break Dorn's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Dorn remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ada Izmir will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke! Ada Izmir lands a punch to the side of the head from the back. Dorn wants to control his opponent's hands but Ada Izmir gets his hands free. Ada Izmir punches Dorn on the ear. Ada Izmir controlling well, preventing Dorn from escaping the position.
Ada Izmir scores with punches to the body. Ada Izmir scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Dorn is looking for a way out. Ada Izmir scores with strikes from the back.
This has been an exciting period of action! Dorn is covering up but some of the strikes from Ada Izmir are getting through and doing damage.
Ada Izmir lands a shot to the head. Ada Izmir keeps control of the position as Dorn tries to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir had his way with Ivan Dorn in that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R5# Dorn closes the distance looking to clinch and Ada Izmir connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Dorn takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A telegraphed right hand from Dorn misses the target. Dorn throws a hook but Ada Izmir avoids it easily. Ada Izmir tries to land a front kick but Dorn steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Ada Izmir punishes Dorn's body with a nice straight punch. Dorn throws a lazy right hand but Ada Izmir sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. As Dorn tries to get set, Ada Izmir tries to push him back and clinch up but Dorn manages to avoid the attempt. Ada Izmir lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A slow jab from Dorn misses its intended target. #CL# Ada Izmir clinches up against the cage. Dorn wants to get back to striking at distance but Ada Izmir won't allow it.
Ada Izmir throws a head punch that misses. Ada Izmir lands with a short head shot on the inside. Dorn prevents a body shot from Ada Izmir. #T1# Nice body punch from Ada Izmir. Dorn is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Dorn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Uzun Ada Izmir has scored more points in the clinch so far. Dorn wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dorn. Dorn wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ada Izmir working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dorn. Ada Izmir lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dorn backwards. Dorn has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ada Izmir misses with a short punch on the inside. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ada Izmir creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Ada Izmir lands a right hand. Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Ada Izmir. #T2# A head punch blocked on the inside by Dorn. #BC2# Dorn manages to break the clinch.
Ada Izmir ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Dorn throws an off balance right hand
and Ada Izmir cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dorn misses the body punch and Ada Izmir counters with a series of strikes. Dorn will be more careful next time no doubt. Dorn throws a right and a left that both miss. Ada Izmir lands a front kick. Dorn 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. Dorn on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir obviously looking to wear him down.
Ada Izmir fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dorn. Dorn doesn't manage to clinch there - Ada Izmir circles away.
#TD# Ada Izmir fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dorn sprawls well initially but Ada Izmir persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Uzun Ada Izmir is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Dorn is looking to control Ada Izmir's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dorn avoid being mounted? Dorn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Ada Izmir is controlling the pace.
#T3##SUB2# Dorn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ada Izmir pulls his head out easily. Ada Izmir is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Ada Izmir seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Dorn for as long as he can get away with.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Ada Izmir lands with a punch from half guard. Ada Izmir not doing much here.
Ivan Dorn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ada Izmir is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Ada Izmir drops an elbow to the side of Dorn's head. #SUB2# Dorn looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Dorn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight! Uzun Ada Izmir showed his dominance in that final round. Well Ada Izmir has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 50:45 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 50:45 Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir retains his heavyweight title! Our winner, Uzun Ada Izmir, 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:
EFC Pulu vs Izmir
Date: Jun 08, 2019 |
#R1# Ada Izmir moves out of range of the body kick from Pulu.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ada Izmir! But no joy. Pulu scores with a kick to the midsection.#TD2# Ada Izmir shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Ada Izmir not landing any meaningful shots this time. Pulu taking some punishment here, with Ada Izmir in his half guard. Pulu wants to get back to full guard. Ada Izmir is nestled in close to Pulu, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Ada Izmir sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pulu defending well though. Pulu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ada Izmir. Pulu wants to improve his position but Ada Izmir is controlling well.
Ada Izmir looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pulu with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Ada Izmir lands strikes from half guard.#T1# The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ada Izmir lands a nice short elbow. Ada Izmir wants to free his trapped foot but Pulu is holding on for dear life with his legs. Pulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Pulu is working hard here to advance position. Ada Izmir wants to control but Pulu is keeping him busy. Pulu gets full guard. Pulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Pulu, not yet. Ada Izmir scoring with some ground and pound. Ada Izmir won't allow Pulu to sweep him here. Ada Izmir chips away with some ground and pound. Pulu 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. Pulu 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# Ada Izmir tries to roll over but Pulu keeps him under control.#T2# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Pulu wants to pass the guard but Ada Izmir is defending well. Ada Izmir is not content to let Pulu control the position. Ada Izmir works his way to full guard. Good work. Pulu's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for subs off his back but Pulu has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB2# Ada Izmir looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Pulu stalling. Pulu is keen to just control but Ada Izmir is a slippery customer.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pulu pulls his head out easily. #SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from an awkward position here. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Ada Izmir looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB# Pulu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ada Izmir defends it well. Pulu trying to control the action but Ada Izmir is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Pulu moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Ada Izmir.#SUB# Pulu wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ada Izmir, who protects the arm well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Pulu is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ada Izmir has escaped the position, nice work there. Ada Izmir tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Pulu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ada Izmir sees it coming and avoids it easily. Pulu tries for a takedown but Ada Izmir circles away easily and Ada Izmir counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2# It looks like Maki Pulu has been cut. Ada Izmir connects with a nice looking jab.
Pulu fails with a takedown attempt. Ada Izmir looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Ada Izmir has been the more effective fighter overall so far. A jab from Pulu finds it's way through Ada Izmir's defenses. Ada Izmir lands a nice shot that snaps Pulu's head back.
Ada Izmir throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pulu. It seemed like Ada Izmir was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maki Pulu. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Pulu misses with a lunging right hand
and Ada Izmir counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Pulu looks to land a left hand but Ada Izmir moved out of range nicely. Pulu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ada Izmir throws out the jab. Pulu takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#CUT2# Maki Pulu's cut is getting worse.#T1# Ada Izmir fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pulu is out of range. Pulu throws a shot from downtown. Ada Izmir moves away and avoids it. Pulu ducks under a wild hook from Ada Izmir. A head kick misses from Pulu. Pulu misses with a looping right. Ada Izmir looks like he wants to counter punch here. Pulu scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Ada Izmir connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pulu. Pulu circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Ada Izmir throws a nice outside leg kick. Pulu rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ada Izmir moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Ada Izmir connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pulu's hands. Ada Izmir tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Pulu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Pulu looks up at the clock. Bad move! Ada Izmir lands a right hand from hell, dropping Pulu. Ada Izmir pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir is the new heavyweight champion! Uzun Ada Izmir thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
EFC Williams vs Gold
Date: Apr 27, 2019 |
#R1# Lennartsson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Ada Izmir connects with an inside leg kick. Ada Izmir throws a leg kick but Lennartsson moved away. Lennartsson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Lennartsson throws a big shot that misses.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Ada Izmir has a couple of punches blocked by Lennartsson.
Ada Izmir lands with a left to the head. Lennartsson can't find room to land a body shot as Ada Izmir controls the action.
Ada Izmir prevents a body shot from Lennartsson. A short right hand to the side of the head by Lennartsson. Ada Izmir lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lennartsson backwards. A short left from Lennartsson. I was talking to Ada Izmir's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Ada Izmir lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lennartsson backwards. A nice right hand lands inside from Lennartsson. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ada Izmir throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lennartssons head. #TD# Ada Izmir gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Ada Izmir throwing strikes but missing. Ada Izmir working some strikes from top position.#T1# Ada Izmir throws an elbow that misses. Lennartsson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ada Izmir's guard. Nice move by Lennartsson!#REVB##SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lennartsson defends well.#SUB# Ada Izmir has his feet on Lennartsson's thighs here. He's pushed Lennartsson off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Lennartsson screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. The defeated Lennart Lennartsson had this to say: 'He was the better fighter this time.
You win lose, and you some some.'.
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Event:
EFC Izmir vs Kagonbo
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1# Kagonbo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir scores with a slapping inside leg kick. A jab from Ada Izmir misses. Kagonbo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kagonbo feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ada Izmir's calf. Ada Izmir pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kagonbo is out of range and Ada Izmir settles back down. Ada Izmir fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ada Izmir staying out of range there. An attempted straight right counter from Ada Izmir misses the target. Ada Izmir looks to throw the jab but Kagonbo is out of range. Kagonbo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Kagonbo misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Ada Izmir to counter with a crisp jab. Ada Izmir tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Kagonbo counters with a lovely straight right hand! Kagonbo misses with an uppercut. Ada Izmir saw that one coming. Kagonbo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. We've been informed that Kagonbo has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. 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! Kagonbo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ada Izmir finds it's way round the side to connect with Kagonbo's head. #TD# Ada Izmir bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T1# Ada Izmir working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. Kagonbo is trying to buck Ada Izmir off. Kagonbo managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ada Izmir.
Kagonbo managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ada Izmir.
An elbow from Ada Izmir crashes against the mat.
Kagonbo is looking for a sweep. Ada Izmir tries to score with some ground and pound. Kagonbo controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. Ada Izmir throws an elbow but Kagonbo slips to the side and avoids it well. Kagonbo is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Kagonbo prevents Ada Izmir from moving into mount. Kagonbo is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. Kagonbo is trying to control Ada Izmir's posture but Ada Izmir avoids it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2# Ada Izmir misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Kagonbo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ada Izmir. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. The ground and pound from Ada Izmir seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Ada Izmir throwing strikes but Kagonbo manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! Ada Izmir is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Kagonbo tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. Kagonbo controls the position. Ada Izmir regains half guard.#SUB# Kagonbo moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3# Ada Izmir tries to get to full guard but Kagonbo has control of the leg. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Ada Izmir is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Ada Izmir might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB# Ada Izmir looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Ada Izmir works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB# Ada Izmir working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kagonbo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kagonbo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Ada Izmir has his foot on Kagonbo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kagonbo works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Ada Izmir looking for a guillotine here but Kagonbo defends easily.
Ada Izmir 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# Ada Izmir winds up and cracks Kagonbo with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Ada Izmir trying to control from Kagonbo's half guard. Kagonbo has other ideas though and has regained full guard. Ada Izmir throws a big right hand that misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Kagonbo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Ada Izmir misses with a head kick.
Kagonbo cracks the inside of Ada Izmir's front leg. Ada Izmir ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kagonbo moves away. Ada Izmir tries to clinch but Kagonbo moves out of range. Kagonbo looks to throw the jab but Ada Izmir is out of range. Kagonbo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ada Izmir manages to avoid it. Kagonbo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kagonbo cracks Ada Izmir with an open hand slap. Ada Izmir takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD# Ada Izmir shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Ada Izmir is keen to just control but Kagonbo is a slippery customer.#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kagonbo defends it well. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ada Izmir throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1# Ada Izmir thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Ada Izmir 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. Ada Izmir prevents Kagonbo from standing back up.
Ada Izmir thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Kagonbo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Ada Izmir lands with a punch from half guard. Ada Izmir not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Ada Izmir scoring with strikes to the body and head. Ada Izmir missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Ada Izmir thows a huge punch but Kagonbo dodges it nicely.
#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a kimura but Kagonbo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ada Izmir to get the leverage. Kagonbo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Uzun Ada Izmir overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Ada Izmir trying to control the action but Kagonbo is working from the bottom. #T2# Kagonbo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir winds up and cracks Kagonbo with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB# Ada Izmir is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ada Izmir throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Ada Izmir thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Kagonbo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Kagonbo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Kagonbo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Kagonbo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3# Kagonbo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Ada Izmir is looking to work some ground and pound but Kagonbo has wrist control. Ada Izmir controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Ada Izmir throws a big elbow that misses. Kagonbo wants to get back to his feet but Ada Izmir is in a dominant position and won't allow it. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ada Izmir accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Ada Izmir with a flurry of punches that miss. Ada Izmir with a flurry of punches that miss. Ada Izmir postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Ada Izmir scoring with some ground and pound. #T4# Ada Izmir missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Ada Izmir postures up in Kagonbo's guard and throws a big left but Kagonbo blocks it. Ada Izmir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Ada Izmir in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Ada Izmir postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Ada Izmir throwing strikes but missing. Ada Izmir in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Kagonbo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ada Izmir. Kagonbo keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ada Izmir connects with a couple of short punches. Ada Izmir throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Ada Izmir stands up over Kagonbo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Ada Izmir misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ada Izmir avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kagonbo lands a leg kick that knocks Ada Izmir off balance momentarily. Ada Izmir tries to move into range but Kagonbo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Ada Izmir misses with a right hand and Kagonbo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Kagonbo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Ada Izmir misses with a left hand and Kagonbo counters with a right hand to the body. Kagonbo missing with a left hand there. Ada Izmir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Kagonbo scores with a sloppy right hand. Ada Izmir should have avoided that one. Kagonbo swats away the attempt to clinch by Ada Izmir. Kagonbo dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Ada Izmir jabbing away but nothing is landing. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ada Izmir slips a straight right by Kagonbo. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ada Izmir, right into the meat.
Ada Izmir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kagonbo can do to turn this around?#T1# Kagonbo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Ada Izmir tries for a takedown but Kagonbo circles away easily and Kagonbo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL# Ada Izmir pushes Kagonbo up against the cage in a clinch. Kagonbo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ada Izmir fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2# Kagonbo manages to break the clinch.
Kagonbo swinging wildly here.
Ada Izmir feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kagonbo's calf. Kagonbo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Kagonbo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ada Izmir has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Kagonbo staying out of range there. Kagonbo connects with an inside leg kick.#T2# Kagonbo throws a body shot but no joy. #TD# Kagonbo tries to sprawl but Ada Izmir drives through with a takedown into half guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ada Izmir not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB# Ada Izmir is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ada Izmir wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kagonbo keeps working. Kagonbo wants to get back to his feet. Ada Izmir missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Ada Izmir thows a huge punch but Kagonbo dodges it nicely.
Ada Izmir wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kagonbo keeps working. #T3##SUB# Ada Izmir is trying to work for a kimura but Kagonbo is defending well.
Bismack Kagonbo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ada Izmir thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kagonbo's head. Kagonbo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Kagonbo is refusing to be controlled, as Ada Izmir sits in half guard. Uzun Ada Izmir is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Ada Izmir seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Ada Izmir misses with a head shot. Kagonbo uses the momentum to regain guard. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Ada Izmir wants to control from the top but Kagonbo keeps moving. #SUB2# Kagonbo is looking for a triangle but Ada Izmir pushes his legs off easily.
Kagonbo keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. A swing and a miss from Kagonbo. Kagonbo scores with a jab to the head.
Ada Izmir jabs Kagonbo right on the nose. Kagonbo blinks but takes it well. Ada Izmir connects with a leg kick. Kagonbo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Kagonbo throws a hook but Ada Izmir blocks it. Kagonbo swings for the body but Ada Izmir moves out of range.
Ada Izmir tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kagonbo manages to circle out of the way.
And that's the end of the fight! Bismack Kagonbo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Ada Izmir has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28 Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Uzun Ada Izmir! After winning the bout, Uzun Ada Izmir thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. Bismack Kagonbo spoke after the fight, saying 'Breathes heavily....growls...'.
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Event:
EFC Williams vs Page
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
#R1# Dorn tries to clinch there but Ada Izmir circles away.
Dorn thows a left - swing and a miss! It seemed like Ada Izmir was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Ada Izmir keeps the fight on the outside. Dorn just misses with a punch to the body.
A head kick misses from Ada Izmir. #TD2# Ada Izmir scores with a takedown into Dorn's guard. Dorn controlling the position.#SUB# Dorn is looking for a triangle but Ada Izmir pushes his legs off easily.
Dorn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ada Izmir scoring with some ground and pound. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ada Izmir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dorn looking for a sweep. Not yet Dorn, not yet. Ada Izmir working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Ada Izmir is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Dorn has momentary wrist control but Ada Izmir slips an elbow through the middle. Dorn has momentary wrist control but Ada Izmir slips an elbow through the middle. Ada Izmir postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ada Izmir landing some decent shots from guard. Ada Izmir landing with the ground and pound. #T1# Dorn has momentary wrist control but Ada Izmir slips an elbow through the middle. Ada Izmir works over Dorn with some ground and pound from guard. Ada Izmir chips away with some ground and pound. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dorn's head. Dorn keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. #SUB# Ada Izmir got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dorn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ada Izmir has managed to get both his arms back between Dorn's legs - danger averted. Ada Izmir is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Ada Izmir chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB# Dorn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ada Izmir is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Ada Izmir is in close to Dorn's body, working some short punches and elbows. Ada Izmir landing with the ground and pound. #SUB# Dorn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ada Izmir defends well.#SUB# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Dorn is looking for a triangle but Ada Izmir pushes his legs off easily.
#T2##SUB# Dorn throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ada Izmir keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dorn's head.#SUB# Dorn is looking for a triangle but Ada Izmir pushes his legs off easily.
Ada Izmir lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Dorn seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. This has been an exciting period of action! Dorn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Ada Izmir is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Ada Izmir stands up over Dorn, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Ada Izmir postures up and lands a big shot to Dorn's brow. Ada Izmir trying to control but Dorn is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Ada Izmir drops back looking for a leg! Dorn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dorn manages to kick Ada Izmir off! Ada Izmir jumps back into Dorn's guard. Ada Izmir with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3# Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ada Izmir's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB# Dorn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB# Dorn looking for a guillotine here but Ada Izmir defends easily.
Dorn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Ada Izmir cracks Dorn with a solid left hand. Ada Izmir postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Ada Izmir working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Ada Izmir is in close to Dorn's body, working some short punches and elbows. Ada Izmir wants to control from the top but Dorn keeps moving. Ada Izmir postures up and lands a big shot to Dorn's brow. Ada Izmir content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB# Dorn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ada Izmir postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4##SUB# Dorn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ada Izmir distracts Dorn with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Ada Izmir lands a couple of elbows. Ada Izmir chips away with some ground and pound. Dorn has momentary wrist control but Ada Izmir slips an elbow through the middle.#ROC2# Dorn is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB# Dorn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ada Izmir defends it easily. Ada Izmir postures up and lands a big shot to Dorn's brow. Oh Dorn is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Dorn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Dorn seems to have got his legs back now. Ada Izmir passes easily into side control. Nice work. Ada Izmir cracks Dorn with an elbow. That is naaassty. Ada Izmir working the head with strikes. Ada Izmir scoring with punches from side control. Ada Izmir scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Dorn is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Ada Izmir can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Uzun Ada Izmir! A relieved looking Uzun Ada Izmir 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:
EFC Matusov vs Rodriqez
Date: Jan 26, 2019 |
#R1# Bang closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ada Izmir circles away. Ada Izmir throws a looping overhand right but Bang ducks down to avoid it. Ada Izmir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bang.
Uzun Ada Izmir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Bang gets tackled into the cage by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir maintains the clinch. #TD# Bang manages to pull guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Ada Izmir working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Bang will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Bang has momentary wrist control but Ada Izmir slips an elbow through the middle. Bang 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.#SUB# Bang working for a triangle but Ada Izmir defends it easily.
Ada Izmir is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Ada Izmir stands up over Bang, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir advances to half guard. Ada Izmir scoring with strikes to the body and head. Bang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Ada Izmir keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bang's head. Bang 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# The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB# Bang is looking for a kimura here.
#T1##SUB# Bang is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ada Izmir has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB# Bang is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Bang is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ada Izmir defends it well. #SUB2# Ada Izmir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bang pulls his head out easily. Bang works his way into full mount! Ada Izmir is desperately trying to improve his position but Bang has a good base and remains in mount.#T2##SUB# Bang looking for a guillotine from mount but Ada Izmir is having none of it. Ada Izmir keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ada Izmir is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Bang is landing with some decent strikes but Ada Izmir is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Ada Izmir is looking to get to half guard. Ada Izmir slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Bang looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Ground and pound from Bang. #SUB# Bang is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ada Izmir doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bang. Ada Izmir moves into full guard.
#T3##SUB2# Ada Izmir had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bang defends it easily. Ada Izmir working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bang. Bang passes Ada Izmir's right leg, so he's now in half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ada Izmir is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bang's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bang's back! Bang breaks Ada Izmir's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Bang trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Bang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ada Izmir swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB# Bang drops back looking for a leg! Ada Izmir is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ada Izmir manages to kick Bang off! Bang jumps back into Ada Izmir's guard. Bang works over Ada Izmir with some ground and pound from guard. Ada Izmir looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bang is one step ahead there. #SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4##SUB2# Ada Izmir throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ada Izmir lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Ada Izmir stands up over Bang, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB# Bang is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ada Izmir is aware though and is defending well. Ada Izmir lands a couple of digs. Ada Izmir must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Bang keeping full guard, as Ada Izmir tries to pass. #SUB# Bang throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ada Izmir trying to control but Bang is working from the bottom. Ada Izmir stands up over Bang, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Ada Izmir scoring with punches to the head and body. Ada Izmir wants to control from the top but Bang keeps moving. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Uzun Ada Izmir will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Bang shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ada Izmir sprawls well. Ada Izmir wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bang gets slowly back to his feet. Bang shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ada Izmir sprawls well. Ada Izmir wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bang gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2# Ada Izmir shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bang is trying to defend but Ada Izmir finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Bang looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is working for a submission of some sort.
Uzun Ada Izmir has got the better of the ground game so far. Ada Izmir prevents Bang from improving his position.#T1# Ada Izmir scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bang has managed to free his arm - good work. Ada Izmir scoring with strikes to the body and head. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ada Izmir connects with a nice short shot to Bang's temple. #SUB# Bang is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Ada Izmir is tapping! Great win for Bang!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Miro Bang! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Miro Bang made sure he mentioned Urban Fighter, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
EFC Fernando vs DeSilva
Date: Dec 29, 2018 |
#R1# Jetstrean throws a lazy head kick and Ada Izmir counters with a series of strikes. Jetstrean will be more careful next time no doubt. Ada Izmir pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jetstrean ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ada Izmir moves away. Decent striking displayed by Ada Izmir there.#CUT# It looks like Sam Jetstrean has been cut. Jetstrean looks to throw the jab but Ada Izmir is out of range. Ada Izmir 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. Jetstrean slips a jab from Ada Izmir. Despite the aggression on Jetstrean's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. A chopping leg kick lands by Ada Izmir. Jetstrean 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. Ada Izmir slips under a jab. Jetstrean gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Jetstrean missing with a left hand there. Ada Izmir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jetstrean needs to keep his hands up - Ada Izmir had a free shot at his head there. Jetstrean misses with an uppercut. Ada Izmir saw that one coming. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD# Ada Izmir shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ada Izmir was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Ada Izmir working the ground and pound from side control.#ROC# Jetstrean is rocked! Ada Izmir throwing shots but missing, from side control. Ada Izmir misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Ada Izmir working the strikes but Jetstrean uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T1# Jetstrean avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ada Izmir. Jetstrean avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir is trying to control. Jetstrean wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB# Ada Izmir is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jetstrean sees it coming and defends easily. Jetstrean is looking to improve his position.
Jetstrean won't allow Ada Izmir to pass to mount. Ada Izmir controlling the action here. #SUB# Ada Izmir is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ada Izmir is nestled in close to Jetstrean, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T2# Ada Izmir missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB# Ada Izmir 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.
Ada Izmir thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Ada Izmir thows a huge punch but Jetstrean dodges it nicely.
Jetstrean wants to control but Ada Izmir is keeping busy and won't allow it. Ada Izmir thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jetstrean's head. #SUB# Ada Izmir seems to be working for a kimura but Jetstrean defends the submission attempt. Jetstrean is refusing to be controlled, as Ada Izmir sits in half guard. #T3# Ada Izmir looks to land a strike but Jetstrean avoids it nicely and regains full guard. Ada Izmir cracks Jetstrean with a solid left hand. Jetstrean avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Jetstrean keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. Ada Izmir distracts Jetstrean with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Ada Izmir throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Ada Izmir postures up in Jetstrean's guard and throws a big left but Jetstrean blocks it. Ada Izmir throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Jetstrean keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jetstrean preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Ada Izmir working some strikes from top position.#T4# Ada Izmir throws an elbow that misses. Jetstrean uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ada Izmir's guard. Nice move by Jetstrean!#REVB##SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a triangle but Jetstrean pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Jetstrean got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ada Izmir has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jetstrean has managed to get both his arms back between Ada Izmir's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Ada Izmir has his foot on Jetstrean's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jetstrean works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Jetstrean got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ada Izmir has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jetstrean has managed to get both his arms back between Ada Izmir's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jetstrean defends well.#SUB# Ada Izmir is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that round. The cut man is working on Sam Jetstrean's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Ada Izmir throws a leg kick which misses Jetstrean's front leg but catches the back leg as Jetstrean tries to avoid it. Jetstrean throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir throws a head kick that misses. #CL# Ada Izmir has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ada Izmir has Jetstrean pressed against the cage, preventing Jetstrean from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Still in the clinch, Ada Izmir scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2# Jetstrean pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jetstrean throws a quick inside leg kick. Ada Izmir lands a nice looking body shot.
Jetstrean throws a head kick that misses. Ada Izmir is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jetstrean. Good exchange - Ada Izmir coming out on top. 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! Ada Izmir bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Jetstrean is breathing heavily. Jetstrean misses with a head kick.
Ada Izmir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jetstrean can do to turn this around? Jetstrean takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Ada Izmir fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Jetstrean throws a series of punches but Ada Izmir moves out of range. #T1##CL# Ada Izmir gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Ada Izmir has clasped his hands together around Jetstrean's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. The ground and pound from Ada Izmir seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Ada Izmir in side control, throwing shots but Jetstrean defends. Ada Izmir working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Ada Izmir trying to control the position but Jetstrean is working away. Ada Izmir throwing shots but missing, from side control. Ada Izmir misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Ada Izmir wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jetstrean keeps working. Ada Izmir misses with the ground and pound. Ada Izmir scores with punches from side control. Ada Izmir trying to control the position but Jetstrean is working away. #T2# Ada Izmir in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. Jetstrean dodges the ground and pound from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
This has been an exciting period of action! Ada Izmir misses with the ground and pound. Ada Izmir throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Jetstrean works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. Jetstrean regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Ada Izmir postures up in Jetstrean's guard and throws a big left but Jetstrean blocks it. Ada Izmir scoring with some ground and pound. Ada Izmir throws a big right hand that misses. #T3# Ada Izmir missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Ada Izmir throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jetstrean works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Ada Izmir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Ada Izmir throws a strike but Jetstrean rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB# Ada Izmir looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jetstrean has picked Ada Izmir up and slammed him! Ada Izmir can't keep hold of the triangle and Jetstrean manages to pass to side control! Ada Izmir tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jetstrean wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Ada Izmir is working hard here to advance position. Ada Izmir regains half guard. Ada Izmir 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# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4# Jetstrean tries to stand and escape but Ada Izmir is controlling the position. Ada Izmir moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a triangle but Jetstrean pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking to cinch up a triangle. Jetstrean throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Ada Izmir's body to avoid the submission. Ada Izmir has instead reached around Jetstrean's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Ada Izmir arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Uzun Ada Izmir! Uzun Ada Izmir seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
DARE 84
Date: Nov 24, 2018 |
#R1# Ada Izmir ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Ada Izmir is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tuala with a body shot. An inside leg kick from Tuala misses. Tuala slips under a jab. Ada Izmir darts in and out, connecting with a jab. A nice inside leg kick there by Tuala. That's going to slow Ada Izmir down. Ada Izmir swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Ada Izmir throws a lazy uppercut
and Tuala counters with a nice body kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tuala scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tuala just misses with a punch to the body.
Ada Izmir 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. Ada Izmir fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1# Tuala moves out of range as Ada Izmir strikes. A shot to the liver by Tuala. Beautiful body shot.#KD# Tuala cracks Ada Izmir with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Tuala has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ada Izmir to stand back up!#CUT# It looks like Uzun Ada Izmir has been cut. Tuala keeps Ada Izmir at a distance using the push kick. Ada Izmir looks winded! Ada Izmir gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Tuala gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Ada Izmir is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Peleki Tuala! Peleki Tuala 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:
DARE 75: HAO VS. TONON
Date: Oct 24, 2018 |
#R1# Baumann connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ada Izmir's hands. Baumann throws an overhand right that lands on Ada Izmir's shoulder, as Ada Izmir tries to avoid the shot. Ada Izmir avoids the body shot from Baumann.
Ada Izmir slips under a jab. Ada Izmir avoids the body shot from Baumann.
Ada Izmir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baumann manages to avoid it. Baumann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. A big left from Baumann misses. Ada Izmir throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Ada Izmir. Beautiful body shot. Baumann jabbing away but nothing is landing. A left lands for Baumann. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Baumann 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.
Ada Izmir moves out of range of the strikes. Baumann takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#CL2# Ada Izmir rushes Baumann and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ada Izmir lands a nice shot to the body. #T1# Still in the clinch, Ada Izmir scores with a nice short uppercut. Ada Izmir lands a shot to the body. Baumann taking a breather. Baumann blocking some punches.
Ada Izmir lands a hook to the side of the head. Baumann misses with a punch on the inside.
Baumann has a couple of punches blocked by Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir misses with a punch on the inside.
Ada Izmir lands a hook to the side of the head. A right handed body shot lands from Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baumann backwards. Baumann is breathing heavily. Ada Izmir misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD2# Ada Izmir decides to pull guard. #SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ada Izmir looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Ada Izmir keeping full guard, as Baumann tries to pass. #T2##SUB2# Ada Izmir throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Baumann wants to pass the guard but Ada Izmir is keeping the position.#SUB2# Ada Izmir working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Baumann doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Baumann manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Baumann preventing the sweep. Ada Izmir has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Baumann trying to control the position from guard on top but Ada Izmir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3# Baumann content to stall in guard here. Ada Izmir keeping full guard, as Baumann tries to pass. #SUB2# Baumann avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ada Izmir wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Ada Izmir is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ada Izmir can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Baumann controls the pace.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Baumann pushing down on Ada Izmir's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Baumann in particular looking to stall. Ada Izmir moves into full guard.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Baumann doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Baumann manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Baumann trying to control but Ada Izmir is working from the bottom. Ada Izmir keeping full guard, as Baumann tries to pass. Ada Izmir looking to hit a scissor sweep but Baumann is one step ahead there. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Baumann throws a lazy right hand but Ada Izmir sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Ada Izmir has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Baumann throws a hook but Ada Izmir avoids it easily. Ada Izmir follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Baumann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Ada Izmir tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Baumann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Baumann throws an off balance right hand
and Ada Izmir counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2# Ada Izmir pushes Baumann up against the cage in a clinch. Ada Izmir lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baumann backwards. A battle for position here, against the cage. Ada Izmir tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Ada Izmir lands on the inside with an uppercut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Baumann manages to pull guard.
#SUB# Baumann looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ada Izmir wants to control from the top but Baumann keeps moving. #T1##SUB# Baumann is looking for a triangle but Ada Izmir pushes his legs off easily.
Ada Izmir chips away with some ground and pound. Baumann keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. Baumann has momentary wrist control but Ada Izmir slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB# Baumann has his foot on Ada Izmir's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ada Izmir works his way back into a safe position though. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ada Izmir trying to control but Baumann is working from the bottom. Ada Izmir is pushing down on Baumann's leg trying to pass to half guard. Baumann is fighting to maintain full guard but Ada Izmir has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2# Baumann is looking to improve his position.
Ada Izmir looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Ada Izmir wants to take a breather but Baumann is having none of it. Ada Izmir scoring with strikes to the body and head. Ada Izmir controlling the pace. #T3# Ada Izmir wants to take a breather but Baumann is having none of it. Ada Izmir might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Baumann haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. A slapping leg kick lands for Ada Izmir.
Baumann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ada Izmir sees it coming and avoids it easily. And Ada Izmir responds with a good body kick, but Baumann manages to step out the way in time. Ada Izmir moves away from the strike by Baumann. Baumann throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ada Izmir on the side of the head. #CL2# Ada Izmir closes the distance and clinches. Uzun Ada Izmir seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Baumann lands a hook that snaps the head of Ada Izmir backwards. Ada Izmir digs a right hand into Baumann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Baumann's gas tank. Baumann scores with an uppercut up the middle. Ada Izmir throws a head punch that misses. Ada Izmir has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Baumann seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ada Izmir can turn it around. Ada Izmir's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Baumann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Baumann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A short body shot lands from Ada Izmir as the two fighters clinch.
Ada Izmir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ada Izmir working aggressively here.
Ada Izmir misses with a short punch on the inside. Ada Izmir tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A nice left hand lands by Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir working some nice short punches in the clinch. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Baumann creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Baumann lands a hook to the side of the head. Baumann working aggressively here.
Ada Izmir lands a body shot. Baumann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ada Izmir blocks a body shot from Baumann. Ada Izmir tries to throw a body punch but Baumann avoids it by throwing Ada Izmir back against the cage. Ada Izmir tries to work over Baumann's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ada Izmir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baumann blocking some punches.
Ada Izmir misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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# Nice uppercut lands for Baumann. That snapped Ada Izmir's head back.
Jab by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir staying out of range there. Ada Izmir closes the distance and lands a one-two. Ada Izmir uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baumann.
Ada Izmir misses with a wild body shot. Ada Izmir is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Baumann rather than just go for the knockout. Baumann missing with a left hand there. Ada Izmir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Ada Izmir throws a leg kick but Baumann moved away. A telegraphed right hand from Baumann misses the target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Baumann throws a jab when Ada Izmir was well out of range. Ada Izmir swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Baumann goes for a double leg but Ada Izmir avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ada Izmir continues to drive forward. Ada Izmir looks like he wants to counter punch here. Baumann blocks a head kick by Ada Izmir.
It looked like Baumann was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ada Izmir. Baumann throws a nice looking combination but Ada Izmir bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1# Baumann looks to score with a jab to the body but Ada Izmir is just out of range. The fighters circling - Baumann throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Ada Izmir looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Adam Baumann is winning the standup battle so far. Ada Izmir throws the left hand but Baumann avoids the punch easily. An attempted straight right counter from Baumann misses the target. Ada Izmir misses with a body shot.
Baumann misses with a wild body shot. Ada Izmir loads up on a big right hand but Baumann slips the punch. Baumann connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Baumann misses with an uppercut. Ada Izmir saw that one coming. Ada Izmir throws a lazy uppercut
and Ada Izmir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ada Izmir misses with a head kick.
Ada Izmir throws a looping overhand right but Baumann ducks down to avoid it. Ada Izmir pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Baumann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2# Ada Izmir throws a looping overhand right but Baumann ducks down to avoid it. Baumann wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Ada Izmir takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Ada Izmir throws a right hand that misses
and Baumann counters with a straight right hand. Ada Izmir throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Baumann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Baumann misses with a lunging right hand
and Ada Izmir counters with a right hand to the body. Baumann darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Baumann misses with an uppercut
and Ada Izmir counters with a nice low kick that buckles Baumann's knee momentarily. Ada Izmir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baumann clobbers Ada Izmir with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Ada Izmir is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Ada Izmir moves away from the strike by Baumann. #T3# Baumann closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Baumann works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Ada Izmir avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Ada Izmir only half commits to the counter leg kick. Baumann throws an off balance right hand
and Ada Izmir counters with a body kick that stops Baumann in his tracks momentarily. Ada Izmir slips under a jab. Ada Izmir bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Ada Izmir lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Ada Izmir tries a head kick but it misses.
Baumann shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ada Izmir eats them both and turns towards Baumann to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Ada Izmir doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Baumann blocks a head kick by Ada Izmir.
Baumann throws a body punch but Ada Izmir moves out of range. #T4# Baumann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ada Izmir.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ada Izmir slips a straight right by Baumann. Baumann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir is looking to chop away at Baumann's legs. Baumann throws a shot from downtown. Ada Izmir moves away and avoids it. Adam Baumann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ada Izmir uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baumann.
Baumann checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Ada Izmir moves out of range of the strikes. Adam Baumann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Baumann throws a jab but it's blocked by Ada Izmir. A swing and a miss from Baumann. Uzun Ada Izmir is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Baumann thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that's the end of the fight! Adam Baumann showed his dominance in that final round. I think Ada Izmir 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Uzun Ada Izmir! A very excited looking Uzun Ada Izmir 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:
DARE 68
Date: Sep 26, 2018 |
#R1# Savage comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Good leg kick by Ada Izmir there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Savage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ada Izmir was well out of range. Poor timing from Savage. Ada Izmir throws out a counter right but Savage avoids it with no problem. A looping hook to the body misses from Savage. Ada Izmir does a little dance to reset his feet. Savage on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Savage lands a nice shot to the body.
Savage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ada Izmir. Savage throws a jab when Ada Izmir was well out of range.#CL2# Ada Izmir moves into the clinch. Ada Izmir has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Savage after a bit of a struggle. Ada Izmir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ada Izmir drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Savage gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ada Izmir lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Savage wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ada Izmir has him pressed against the cage. Savage lands a nice shot to the body. A head punch on the inside from Ada Izmir fails to land. Savage trying to control the position but instead, Ada Izmir has worked for underhooks and has pushed Savage into the cage. Savage has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1# Ada Izmir misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Savage working hard to break the clinch. Savage stalling in the clinch but Ada Izmir improves position. Ada Izmir keeps control of Savage as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Savage misses with the head strike.
Ada Izmir drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vandall Savage has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uzun Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ada Izmir swings wildly with an uppercut but Savage uses good head movement to avoid it. Savage tries to throw a body punch but Ada Izmir avoids it by throwing Savage back against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Ada Izmir fails to land. #TD2# Ada Izmir gets control of Savage's arms and successfully pulls guard. Ada Izmir will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Savage makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Savage content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2# Ada Izmir has an active guard here but Savage has managed to pass into half guard.
#T2##SUB2# Ada Izmir actively working from the bottom here. Savage will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Ada Izmir wants to control but Savage is keeping busy.
Savage wants to take a breather but Ada Izmir is having none of it. Savage prevents Ada Izmir from improving his position. Ada Izmir is holding on to half guard well. We've been hearing that Savage has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Savage is looking to advance position but Ada Izmir won't allow it. #T3# Ada Izmir is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Ada Izmir wants to control but Savage is keeping busy.
Savage throwing shots but Ada Izmir is blocking nicely. Ada Izmir is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Savage is thwarting Ada Izmir's attempts to control the position. Ada Izmir is looking to improve his position.
#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Savage trying to control from Ada Izmir's half guard. Ada Izmir has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2# Ada Izmir has his foot on Savage's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Savage works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2# Ada Izmir had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Savage defends it easily.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Savage defends well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Uzun Ada Izmir will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Savage swings for the body but Ada Izmir moves out of range.
Savage lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Nice shot lands for Savage. A combination from Savage does no damage. A looping hook to the body misses from Savage. Ada Izmir does a little dance to reset his feet. Savage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ada Izmirs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Left hook, right uppercut from Savage. Savage misses with a body punch
and Ada Izmir cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Ada Izmir misses the shot to the body. Savage displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. This has been an exciting period of action! Savage jabs at Ada Izmir's body. Ada Izmir moves forwards but Savage connects with a nice, crisp jab. Ada Izmir takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ada Izmir throws a lazy body kick and Savage counters with a nice uppercut. Ada Izmir shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Savage but Savage pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1# Ada Izmir walks into a jab. Savage lands with an overhand left. Ada Izmir takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ada Izmir on the wrong end of a nice hook. Good standup being displayed there by Savage as he connects with a hook. Savage avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Ada Izmir is looking to chop away at Savage's legs. Savage jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ada Izmir avoids the body shot from Savage.
Savage takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Nice defenses there by Savage. Ada Izmir shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD# Savage throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ada Izmir tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Savage is in Ada Izmir's guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ada Izmir tries to land a sweep but no joy. Savage stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ada Izmir swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2# Ada Izmir not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Savage gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Savage looking to pass the guard. #SUB2# Ada Izmir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Savage is aware though and is defending well. Savage wants to pass the guard but Ada Izmir is keeping the position. Savage stays in close to Ada Izmir's body and controls the position. #T3# Savage throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Savage controlling from the top position. #SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Savage stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ada Izmir swivels though and keeps the full guard. Ada Izmir working a defensive guard but Savage passes into half guard.
#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Ada Izmir actively working from the bottom here. Savage stalling. Ada Izmir regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2# Ada Izmir has an active guard here but Savage has managed to pass into half guard.
Ada Izmir tries to roll over but Savage keeps him under control. Savage trying to pass the guard but Ada Izmir defending well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vandall Savage dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3# Savage dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Savage clobbers Ada Izmir with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Ada Izmir throws a big shot that misses. Ada Izmir uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Savage.
Savage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Savage lands a glancing blow to the side of Ada Izmir's head. Savage fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Savage is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Savage throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ada Izmir stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. A cross from Savage lands. Savage misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Savage takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Donk. Savage catches Ada Izmir right on the button with a cross. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Nice shot lands for Savage. Savage drops his hands momentarily and Ada Izmir takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1# Ada Izmir gets off balance looking for a body kick and Savage counters with a right hand to the body. Savage bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Savage throws a poor cross that misses
and Ada Izmir counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Ada Izmir defending well as Savage loads up on a big left hand. Vandall Savage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ada Izmir uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Savage. Nice uppercut there from Savage. Savage is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Ada Izmir tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Savage is able to avoid easily. Savage cracks Ada Izmir with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Savage misses with the combination.
Ada Izmir tries to move into range but Savage moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Savage fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Savage takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Savage misses with a lunging right hand
and Ada Izmir connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2# It looks like Vandall Savage has been cut.#T2# Ada Izmir moves out of range of the strikes. Savage walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Good standup being displayed there by Savage as he connects with a hook. Savage thows a left - swing and a miss! Vandall Savage is winning the standup battle so far. Savage scores with a nice strike. Ada Izmir takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD# Savage bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Savage is looking to take a break and control but Ada Izmir is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The ground and pound from Savage seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Ada Izmir is looking to reverse the position.#T3# Savage cracks Ada Izmir with an elbow. That is naaassty. Ada Izmir seems a little lost for a moment, as Savage dominates the positioning. Savage working away. Ada Izmir is looking to regain half guard here but Savage keeps moving and retains side control. Ada Izmir taking a bit of punishment here - Savage scoring with strikes. Savage controls the position. Ada Izmir tries to buck Savage off but Savage is having none of it. Ada Izmir is still trying to improve position.#T4# Ada Izmir regains half guard. Savage is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Ada Izmir tries to roll over but Savage keeps him under control. Ada Izmir trying to control but Savage postures up.
Ada Izmir blocking the ground and pound attempt from Savage. Savage seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Nice strikes from Savage there.
And that's the end of the fight! Vandall Savage showed his dominance in that final round. I think Savage has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27 Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:28 Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vandall Savage!
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Event:
Ambe vs Luvic
Date: Aug 31, 2018 |
#R1# Oggleberry-Pip connects with a right hand. Ada Izmir shakes it off. Oggleberry-Pip throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oggleberry-Pip wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL# Ada Izmir clinches with his opponent.
Oggleberry-Pip blocks a body shot from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir scores with a shot to the side of Oggleberry-Pip's head. Oggleberry-Pip tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Oggleberry-Pip throws a punch but it's blocked by Ada Izmir. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Oggleberry-Pip. Ada Izmir's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Ada Izmir 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. A right handed body shot lands from Oggleberry-Pip.
Ada Izmir misses with a punch to the body.
Good body shot from Ada Izmir.
Oggleberry-Pip misses with a punch to the body.
Ada Izmir is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Oggleberry-Pip is defending well. Ada Izmir lands a right hand. Ada Izmir tries to throw a body punch but Oggleberry-Pip avoids it by throwing Ada Izmir back against the ropes. A head punch on the inside from Oggleberry-Pip fails to land. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD# Ada Izmir gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Oggleberry-Pip regains guard.
Oggleberry-Pip working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir preventing the sweep. #T1# Ada Izmir stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Oggleberry-Pip swivels though and keeps the full guard. Oggleberry-Pip seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Ada Izmir pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oggleberry-Pip is keeping the position for now. Oggleberry-Pip told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet. Ada Izmir working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Oggleberry-Pip's head. Ada Izmir throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Oggleberry-Pip works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Ada Izmir postures up.
Ada Izmir stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Oggleberry-Pip swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Ada Izmir is looking to work some ground and pound but Oggleberry-Pip has wrist control. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Oggleberry-Pip's head. Ada Izmir throwing strikes but missing. Ada Izmir 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. Ada Izmir throws a big right hand that misses. The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves. Ada Izmir throwing strikes from guard but Oggleberry-Pip blocks nicely. Oggleberry-Pip is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Oggleberry-Pip preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3# Ada Izmir comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Oggleberry-Pip blocks the body kick.
Oggleberry-Pip tries to counter by closing the distance. Ada Izmir fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Oggleberry-Pip has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Ada Izmir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oggleberry-Pip manages to avoid it.#CL2# Oggleberry-Pip has taken the fight to the clinch.
Oggleberry-Pip working aggressively here.
Ada Izmir drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ada Izmir tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Oggleberry-Pip smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Uzun Ada Izmir. That's going to take a lot out of him. Oggleberry-Pip throws a hook but Ada Izmir avoids it easily. Ada Izmir half committed to a counter leg kick. Ada Izmir moves out of range of the strikes. Ada Izmir looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ada Izmir misses with a body shot.
Oggleberry-Pip thuds a left hand into Ada Izmir's body.#T4# Oggleberry-Pip takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Norbert Oggleberry-Pip seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Good standup being displayed there by Ada Izmir as he connects with a hook. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ada Izmir looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ada Izmir shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Oggleberry-Pip defends it nicely. Norbert Oggleberry-Pip is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Oggleberry-Pip slips a straight right by Ada Izmir. Oggleberry-Pip now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Oggleberry-Pip avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Oggleberry-Pip with a body punch. A glancing blow. Oggleberry-Pip misses with a straight right. Oggleberry-Pip connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD# Ada Izmir shoots in and bounces Oggleberry-Pip off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard. Ada Izmir trying to control but Oggleberry-Pip is working from the bottom. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Uzun Ada Izmir will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Good shot there by Oggleberry-Pip. An inside leg kick lands from Oggleberry-Pip. Crunch! Ada Izmir slams his shin into Oggleberry-Pip's torso. Ada Izmir tries to clinch but Oggleberry-Pip is having none of it. Ada Izmir throws a body shot but no joy. Oggleberry-Pip connects with a leg kick. Ada Izmir looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Oggleberry-Pip throws a lazy uppercut
and Ada Izmir counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ada Izmir feints and then cracks Oggleberry-Pip's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Oggleberry-Pip down. A solid leg kick lands there for Ada Izmir.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ada Izmir is looking to wear down Oggleberry-Pip with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Oggleberry-Pip smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Ada Izmir closes this distance looking for a takedown but Oggleberry-Pip circles away.#CL2# Oggleberry-Pip has closed the distance and engaged Ada Izmir in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Oggleberry-Pip working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1# Ada Izmir struggles to land a body shot inside as Oggleberry-Pip controls his hands.
Oggleberry-Pip lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ada Izmir backwards. Oggleberry-Pip lands a nice shot to the body. Ada Izmir tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Oggleberry-Pip smiles and moves away.
Ada Izmir swings for the body but Oggleberry-Pip moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Oggleberry-Pip. That snapped Ada Izmir's head back.
Oggleberry-Pip connects with a body shot. Ada Izmir throws a sloppy body shot
and Ada Izmir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Oggleberry-Pip throws a poor cross that misses
and Oggleberry-Pip takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jab, jab by Oggleberry-Pip - just one landing. Oggleberry-Pip tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ada Izmir was well out of range. Poor timing from Oggleberry-Pip. A little feinted left hand from Ada Izmir on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL# Ada Izmir closes the distance and clinches. Oggleberry-Pip works on Ada Izmir's body with a couple of short punches. Oggleberry-Pip misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Oggleberry-Pip has a couple of punches blocked by Ada Izmir.
#T2# The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Ada Izmir is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Oggleberry-Pip to keep the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Uzun Ada Izmir. That's going to take a lot out of him. Oggleberry-Pip lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ada Izmir backwards. A left hand lands to the body for Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Oggleberry-Pip swings wildly with an uppercut but Ada Izmir uses good head movement to avoid it. Oggleberry-Pip fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Oggleberry-Pip.
Ada Izmir lands an uppercut. Ada Izmir digs a right hand into Oggleberry-Pip's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Oggleberry-Pip's gas tank. Oggleberry-Pip fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Oggleberry-Pip gets underhooks to prevent Ada Izmir's takedown attempt.
#TD# Ada Izmir pulls guard effortlessly. Oggleberry-Pip wants to get up but he can't break Ada Izmir's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Ada Izmir not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3# Oggleberry-Pip trying to stand up but can't free himself from Ada Izmir's guard.#SUB# Ada Izmir has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Oggleberry-Pip can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Oggleberry-Pip wants to stand but Ada Izmir has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB# Ada Izmir escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oggleberry-Pip gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Ada Izmir working for a triangle but Oggleberry-Pip defends it easily.
#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a triangle but Oggleberry-Pip pushes his legs off easily.
#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Ada Izmir has his foot on Oggleberry-Pip's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Oggleberry-Pip works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Ada Izmir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Oggleberry-Pip is aware though and is defending well.#SUB# Ada Izmir looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Oggleberry-Pip has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Ada Izmir is proving hard to escape from. #SUB# Ada Izmir looking for a guillotine here but Oggleberry-Pip defends easily.
#SUB# Ada Izmir is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oggleberry-Pip defends well.#SUB# Ada Izmir escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oggleberry-Pip gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Norbert Oggleberry-Pip showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Oggleberry-Pip lands a glancing blow to the side of Ada Izmir's head. Ada Izmir tries to land a front kick but Oggleberry-Pip steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Ada Izmir moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Ada Izmir tries to land a front kick but Oggleberry-Pip steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Oggleberry-Pip let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Oggleberry-Pip connects with a jab. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ada Izmir. Oggleberry-Pip getting the better of the striking in that exchange. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Oggleberry-Pip throws a body shot but no joy. Ada Izmir steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oggleberry-Pip. Oggleberry-Pip slips a jab from Ada Izmir. A swing and a miss from Oggleberry-Pip. Ada Izmir needs to keep his hands up - Oggleberry-Pip had a free shot at his head there.#T1# A looping hook to the body misses from Oggleberry-Pip. Ada Izmir does a little dance to reset his feet. Ada Izmir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oggleberry-Pip lands a jab to Ada Izmir's midsection. Oggleberry-Pip scores with a shot to the body.
Oggleberry-Pip takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ada Izmir. Oggleberry-Pip uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ada Izmir. A slapping leg kick lands for Ada Izmir.
Ada Izmir moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Oggleberry-Pip dips to his left and cracks Ada Izmir with an uppercut! Nice body punch from Oggleberry-Pip. Ada Izmir uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oggleberry-Pip. A little feinted left hand from Ada Izmir on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Oggleberry-Pip checks a leg kick. #T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Nice body punch from Oggleberry-Pip. Ada Izmir takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Oggleberry-Pip takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Good leg kick by Ada Izmir there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A left lands for Oggleberry-Pip.#TD# Ada Izmir drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Oggleberry-Pip pulls Ada Izmir in close to his closed guard and prevents Ada Izmir from doing any damage or advancing position. Oggleberry-Pip looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ada Izmir is one step ahead there. Ada Izmir scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3# Ada Izmir with a flurry of punches that miss. Ada Izmir chips away with some ground and pound. Ada Izmir missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Ada Izmir throws a strike but Oggleberry-Pip rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Oggleberry-Pip postures up.
#SUB# Ada Izmir working for a triangle but Oggleberry-Pip defends it easily.
Oggleberry-Pip tries to stand but Ada Izmir is controlling from the bottom. #T4##SUB# Ada Izmir had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Oggleberry-Pip defends it easily. Oggleberry-Pip trying to stand up but can't free himself from Ada Izmir's guard. Ada Izmir lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Ada Izmir loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Oggleberry-Pip looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ada Izmir is one step ahead there. Oggleberry-Pip avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight! Norbert Oggleberry-Pip comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Oggleberry-Pip has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Norbert Oggleberry-Pip! A very excited looking Norbert Oggleberry-Pip 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:
Greene vs Vonshredder
Date: Aug 12, 2018 |
#R1##CL# Luzhin moves into the clinch. Luzhin lands a nice uppercut. Ada Izmir has Luzhin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Luzhin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir has Luzhin pressed against the cage, preventing Luzhin from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Luzhin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ada Izmir has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ada Izmir tries a body shot but Luzhin blocks it.
#TD2# Ada Izmir jumps into guard, dragging Luzhin to the mat.
Luzhin throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ada Izmir works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Luzhin is in close to Ada Izmir's body, working some short punches and elbows. Luzhin wants to control from the top but Ada Izmir keeps moving. Luzhin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Luzhin wants to control from the top but Ada Izmir keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir pulls Luzhin in close to his closed guard and prevents Luzhin from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Luzhin is aware though and is defending well.#T1##SUB2# Ada Izmir has his foot on Luzhin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Luzhin works his way back into a safe position though. Luzhin being controlled here momentarily. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Luzhin stands and throws Ada Izmir's legs to the side, diving into side control. Ada Izmir is looking for a sweep. Luzhin moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. You can see the frustration on Ada Izmir's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2# Luzhin tries to score with some ground and pound. Ada Izmir controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. Ada Izmir is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Luzhin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Luzhin trying to control the pace. Luzhin not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Ada Izmir has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Luzhin is working away from the top position though. Ada Izmir is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Luzhin is staying active. Luzhin throws a strike but Ada Izmir avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Luzhin looking to sit in guard and control but Ada Izmir gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3# Luzhin 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# Ada Izmir is looking to improve his position.
Ada Izmir is trying is best to control the position here. Ada Izmir trying to control but Luzhin postures up.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir actively working from the bottom here. Luzhin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Ada Izmir is looking to improve his position.
Luzhin wants to pass to mount but Ada Izmir is defending the position. #T4# Luzhin prevents Ada Izmir from improving his position.#SUB2# Ada Izmir actively working from the bottom here. Luzhin wants to pass the guard but Ada Izmir is defending well. Ada Izmir is refusing to be controlled, as Luzhin sits in half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Ada Izmir is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Luzhin pulls his head out easily. Luzhin trying to control from Ada Izmir's half guard. Ada Izmir has other ideas though and has regained full guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Luzhin dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2##CL# Luzhin rushes Ada Izmir and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Ada Izmir working aggressively here.
Ada Izmir scores with a shot to the side of Luzhin's head. Ada Izmir is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Luzhin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Luzhin. Ada Izmir jumps guard but Luzhin stands there with Ada Izmir around his waist. Ada Izmir gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Ada Izmir fails to land. Ada Izmir tries a body shot but Luzhin blocks it.
Luzhin looking to slow down the pace here. Luzhin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Luzhin misses with a knee to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir throws a punch but it's blocked by Luzhin. Luzhin tries to break the clinch but Ada Izmir is controlling the position. Luzhin prevents a body shot from Ada Izmir. Luzhin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Luzhin missing with knees to the body.
Luzhin is pressed up against the cage. Ada Izmir has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Luzhin down to the mat. Luzhin avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Nikolai Luzhin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uzun Ada Izmir.#CL# Luzhin has closed the distance and engaged Ada Izmir in a clinch.
#T1# Ada Izmir jumps guard but Luzhin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Ada Izmir tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Luzhin smiles and moves away.
Luzhin cracks Ada Izmir with an open hand slap.#TD2# Ada Izmir looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Luzhin is refusing to be controlled, as Ada Izmir sits in half guard. Luzhin is trying to control but can't.
Ada Izmir is trying to control the action in half guard but Luzhin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Luzhin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Luzhin. Ada Izmir postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2# Ada Izmir sitting in guard here, content to control. Ada Izmir working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Luzhin's head. Luzhin keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. Ada Izmir content to stall in guard here. Luzhin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ada Izmir is one step ahead there. Ada Izmir lands a couple of elbows. Uzun Ada Izmir has got the better of the ground game so far. Luzhin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ada Izmir is one step ahead there. Luzhin keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB# Luzhin looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Luzhin keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ada Izmir lands a couple of decent looking shots. Luzhin is trying to control the position but Ada Izmir postures up. Luzhin keeping moving, preventing Ada Izmir from controlling successfully. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Luzhin seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Ada Izmir misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Ada Izmir.
Luzhin working aggressively here.
Ada Izmir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2# Ada Izmir is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Luzhin can't fight it off and eventually Ada Izmir manages to take the fight to the floor. Luzhin looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Ada Izmir is standing up over Luzhin. Luzhin looks to escape but Ada Izmir dives into side control.
#REVR# Ada Izmir landing a few strikes. Ada Izmir working the body and head with strikes. Luzhin wants to get back to his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Uzun Ada Izmir will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Luzhin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL# Luzhin moves into range and clinches up with Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir misses with a hook to the ribs.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Luzhin is looking to control Ada Izmir's arms but Ada Izmir gets an underhook and turns him. Now Luzhin has his back to the cage. Luzhin blocks a body shot from Ada Izmir. #TD2# Ada Izmir manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Luzhin trying to control the position from guard on top but Ada Izmir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Ada Izmir is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Luzhin defends well. Our spies down at at Fist of Fury Training Center inform us that Ada Izmir has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Ada Izmir trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir has momentary wrist control but Luzhin slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Luzhin is aware though and is defending well.#T1# Luzhin is looking to work some ground and pound but Ada Izmir has wrist control.#SUB2# Ada Izmir is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Luzhin defends it easily. Luzhin throws a strike but Ada Izmir rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB# Luzhin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ada Izmir doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ada Izmir manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Ada Izmir makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Ada Izmir throws an elbow that misses. Luzhin uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ada Izmir's guard. Nice move by Luzhin!#REVR##T2##SUB2# Ada Izmir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir is looking for a triangle but Luzhin pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# Ada Izmir has his foot on Luzhin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Luzhin works his way back into a safe position though. Ada Izmir is controlling Luzhin's posture. Ada Izmir is trying to keep Luzhin in close.
#T3# Ada Izmir tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2# Ada Izmir had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Luzhin defends it easily.#SUB2# Luzhin is posturing up here but Ada Izmir has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Luzhin tries to roll out but it's too tight and Luzhin has to tap! Slick submission there by Ada Izmir!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Uzun Ada Izmir! A very excited looking Uzun Ada Izmir 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. The defeated Nikolai Luzhin had this to say: 'yeah Well i'm old af what did you expect'.
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Event:
Logan vs Gracie 2
Date: Jul 21, 2018 |
#R1# Ada Izmir looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Henriksen is fending him off so far but Ada Izmir persists. Nope, Henriksen circles away and we're back to standing. Henriksen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ada Izmir counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT# It looks like Alexander Henriksen has been cut. Ada Izmir lands a glancing blow to the side of Henriksen's head. Nice shot by Henriksen. Alexander Henriksen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Henriksen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Henriksen throws a series of punches but Ada Izmir moves out of range. Henriksen shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ada Izmir eats them both and turns towards Henriksen to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. A lazy left from Ada Izmir finds it's target. Ada Izmir moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Ada Izmir has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A big left from Henriksen misses. A jab lands there for Henriksen. Henriksen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir slips under a jab from Henriksen. Ada Izmir was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Ada Izmir shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Alexander Henriksen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1# Henriksen lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Ada Izmir walks into a jab. Ada Izmir dips to his left and cracks Henriksen with an uppercut! Ada Izmir slips a jab and a cross from Henriksen.
Ada Izmir changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Ada Izmir is looking to chop away at Henriksen's legs. Ada Izmir throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Henriksen throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ada Izmir counters with a straight right hand. Henriksen throws a body punch but Ada Izmir moves out of range. Henriksen lands the left hand. Henriksen throws a jab but it's blocked by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir is looking to counter the offense by Henriksen and move into the clinch. Henriksen scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ada Izmir moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Henriksen misses with a double jab.
#T2# Ada Izmir misses with a takedown and Henriksen counters with a nice uppercut. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Uzun Ada Izmir. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice defenses there by Ada Izmir. Henriksen throws out a powerful jab. Henriksen throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Henriksen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. A looping hook to the body misses from Henriksen. Ada Izmir does a little dance to reset his feet. Henriksen is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Henriksen scores with a head kick. Ada Izmir tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Ada Izmir swings widly with a right hand
and Henriksen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Henriksen thuds a left hand into Ada Izmir's body. A cross from Henriksen lands. A big left from Ada Izmir misses. #T3# Ada Izmir gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A swing and a miss from Henriksen. Henriksen misses with a right hand and Ada Izmir counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Henriksen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Henriksen pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ada Izmir back to the ropes. Henriksen follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Henriksen throws a sloppy head kick and Ada Izmir moves out of range easily. Henriksen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ada Izmir slips a jab from Henriksen. Ada Izmir half committed to a counter leg kick. Henriksen misses with a head kick.
Henriksen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ada Izmir.
Henriksen avoids the body shot from Ada Izmir.
Henriksen connects with a crisp jab. Henriksen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ada Izmir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4# Henriksen throws a head kick that half lands.
#KD2# Henriksen lands a big head kick that sends Ada Izmir tumbling to the mat! Henriksen takes a step backwards and waves Ada Izmir back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2# Ada Izmir is rocked! Ada Izmir throws a leg kick but Henriksen moved away. Oh Ada Izmir is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL# Ada Izmir has closed the distance and engaged Henriksen in a clinch.
Ada Izmir seems to have got his legs back now.#TD2# Henriksen pulls Ada Izmir into guard.
Henriksen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2# Henriksen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ada Izmir doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ada Izmir manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Ada Izmir stands up over Henriksen, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Ada Izmir trying to control but Henriksen is working from the bottom. Henriksen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ada Izmir postures up in Henriksen's guard and throws a big left but Henriksen blocks it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Henriksen dominated that round. The cut man is working on Alexander Henriksen's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Ada Izmir tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Henriksen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Henriksen lands with a shot to the body. Henriksen lands with a slapping head kick. Henriksen swinging wildly here.
Ada Izmir misses with a leg kick and Ada Izmir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Henriksen throws a wild combination but nothing lands. The fighters circling - Henriksen throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A punch combination from Henriksen misses. Henriksen has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir tries to clinch but Henriksen is having none of it. Ada Izmir blocks a head kick by Henriksen.
#CL# Ada Izmir clinches with his opponent.
Ada Izmir lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD# Ada Izmir gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T1##SUB2# Henriksen throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ada Izmir escapes and throws Henriksen's legs to the side, diving into side control! Ada Izmir scoring with punches and elbows. Ada Izmir trying to control the action but Henriksen is working from the bottom. Ada Izmir working the ground and pound. You can see the frustration on Henriksen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Ada Izmir takes a little break here. Henriksen wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. Ada Izmir working away.#T2# Henriksen is looking to regain half guard here but Ada Izmir keeps moving and retains side control. Henriksen looks to move to half guard but instead Ada Izmir has passed into mount! Damn! Ada Izmir putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Ada Izmir lands a heavy elbow. Ada Izmir scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Henriksen?
Uzun Ada Izmir overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Henriksen in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Henriksen is looking to improve his position but Ada Izmir isn't that keen on the idea. A nice elbow there by Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir landing strikes, looking to finish! Ada Izmir pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Ada Izmir with shots to the head and body - Henriksen looks very uncomfortable down there. #CUT# That has opened up Alexander Henriksen's cut even more. Henriksen tries to lock up and control but Ada Izmir gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3# Ada Izmir punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC# Henriksen is rocked!#CUT# The cut above Alexander Henriksen's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Henriksen slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Henriksen is still in real trouble! Can Ada Izmir finish him? Ada Izmir seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Henriksen does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Henriksen seems to have recovered his senses. Ada Izmir is taking a breather. Henriksen 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. Ada Izmir is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Ada Izmir 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. Ada Izmir is looking to advance position but Henriksen won't allow it. Ada Izmir seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Henriksen tries to get to full guard but Ada Izmir has control of the leg. Henriksen is trying to maintain the position but Ada Izmir is very close to passing his half guard. Ada Izmir trying to pass the guard but Henriksen defending well. Henriksen trying to control but Ada Izmir postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4##SUB2# Henriksen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ada Izmir pulls his head out easily. Henriksen wants to control but Ada Izmir is keeping busy and won't allow it. Ground and pound from Ada Izmir. Henriksen trying to hold on to Ada Izmir's head to control him but Ada Izmir postures up.
Henriksen has hold of Ada Izmir's hands but Ada Izmir slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Ground and pound from Ada Izmir. Ada Izmir is nestled in close to Henriksen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uzun Ada Izmir dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Alexander Henriksen's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Henriksen misses with a body shot
and Ada Izmir counters with a nice body shot. Henriksen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ada Izmir's head. Ada Izmir throws a poor cross that misses
and Ada Izmir takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ada Izmir slips under a jab. Henriksen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Alexander Henriksen seems to be getting the better of the standup. An inside leg kick lands from Ada Izmir. A head kick misses from Henriksen. Henriksen lands with a good body shot. Henriksen throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Ada Izmir throwing a counter right hand but Henriksen manages to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ada Izmir slips a straight right by Henriksen. Ada Izmir on the wrong end of a nice jab.#KD# Ada Izmir knocks Henriksen to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#CUT# Alexander Henriksen's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Alexander Henriksen's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Uzun Ada Izmir! A victorious Uzun Ada Izmir 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: May 11, 2018 |
#R1# Dumb lands with an uppercut that bounces Poffo off the cage and back into range.#CUT2# It looks like Lanny Poffo has been cut. Nice body punch from Dumb. Poffo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Poffo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. The fight stays on the outside here - Poffo looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Poffo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dumb defends it nicely. Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#KD2# Dumb steps into range and cracks Poffo with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Poffo flops backwards and Dumb dives into his guard looking to finish!
#ROC2# Poffo is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dumb postures up, still in guard. A huge hammer fist lands that bounces Poffo's head off the mat! Poffo is out! He's out! Dumb jumps to his feet and celebrates with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dumb Dumb! A relieved looking Dumb Dumb thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. The defeated Lanny Poffo had this to say: 'I've only got one way to go after that one!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 20, 2017 |
#R1# Coulier throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Dumb lands a nice looking kick to the body. Coulier takes a step back to recover. Dumb is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Good exchange - Dumb coming out on top. Coulier has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fit-Out in the buildup to the fight. Dumb looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dumb looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It looked like Coulier wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Dumb scores with a jab to the body. Coulier is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dumb. Dumb swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Dumb scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#KD2# Dumb cracks Coulier with a big right hand and Coulier goes down!#ROC2# Coulier is rocked! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dumb makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Oh Coulier is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dumb stands and throws Coulier's legs to the side, diving into side control. Coulier seems to have got his legs back now. Dumb lands an elbow. Dumb lands a few punches from side control. Dumb landing strikes. #T1# Dumb scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Coulier to see if he's OK. Dumb landing a few strikes. Check out the look on Dumb's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dumb is putting a hurting on Coulier here, landing some big shots from side control. Dumb lands a strong strike to the head of Coulier. That's dazed him! Dumb looking to finish here. Coulier is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Dumb lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dumb Dumb! A victorious Dumb Dumb 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: Nov 15, 2017 |
#R1# Jefferies sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Jefferies takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Dumb stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Dumb pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jefferies changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dumb tries to avoid it but Jefferies manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dumb to the ground. Dumb escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Dumb comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL# Dumb moves into the clinch successfully.
Dumb lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jefferies looks winded! Dumb throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jefferiess head. Dumb lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Jefferies or not. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dumb. 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! Dumb just leaning against Jefferies, taking a breather. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dumb creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Dumb lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jefferies.#TD# Dumb gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Dumb scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Dumb keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jefferies's head. Dumb lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Dumb landing with the ground and pound. Dumb working some strikes from top position.#T1# Dumb postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dumb keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jefferies's head. Dumb landing with the ground and pound. Dumb is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB# Dumb drops back looking for a leg! Jefferies is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jefferies manages to kick Dumb off! Dumb jumps back into Jefferies's guard. Dumb passes Jefferies's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Dumb working Jefferies over with strikes. Dumb passes the guard and advances to mount! Dumb landing strikes from the mount.#T2# BOOM! Dumb connects with a massive shot to the dome!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Oooh a big shot lands for Dumb! Jefferies is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dumb Dumb! A victorious Dumb Dumb 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: Oct 26, 2017 |
#R1# Vachon swings widly with a right hand
and Dumb makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Dumb digs a good hook to Vachon's body.
Dumb delivers a nice body kick. Dumb darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT# It looks like Maurice Vachon has been cut. Dumb's jab looks to have found its range, popping Vachon under the eye.#CL2# Vachon instigates a clinch. Dumb blocks an uppercut.
#BC# Dumb's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Dumb looks to score with a jab to the body but Vachon is just out of range. Dumb looks for the body kick but Vachon saw that one coming. Vachon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dumb swings for the body but Vachon moves out of range.
Vachon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Vachon clobbers Dumb with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Dumb tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vachon swivels and escapes. Vachon jabs Dumb to the body, keeping him at a distance. Vachon dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Dumb scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2# Vachon has Dumb up against the cage in a clinch.
#T1# Dumb lands an uppercut. A short uppercut from Vachon. Dumb takes a shot to the head. Dumb misses with a body punch.
Dumb tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Vachon misses with a short punch on the inside. Dumb lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vachon can't find room to land a body shot as Dumb controls the action.
Vachon misses with a punch on the inside.
Dumb is looking to take this one to the mat. Dumb can't find room to land a body shot as Vachon controls the action.
Dumb presses Vachon against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Vachon prevents a body shot from Dumb. Vachon prevents a body shot from Dumb. Vachon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vachon misses with a punch to the body.
Vachon tries to throw a body punch but Dumb avoids it by throwing Vachon back against the cage. Vachon misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Vachon. Dumb lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2# Vachon blocking some punches.
Dumb is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vachon is keeping busy. Vachon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dumb blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action! Dumb struggles to land a body shot inside as Vachon controls his hands.
Vachon misses with the head strike.
Dumb misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dumb can't find room to land a body shot as Vachon controls the action.
Vachon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Vachon. Dumb lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#CUT# That has opened up Maurice Vachon's cut even more. Vachon working some nice short punches in the clinch. Dumb tries a body shot but Vachon blocks it.
Dumb misses with a punch to the body.
Vachon throws a head punch that misses. Vachon misses with a hook from the clinch. Vachon taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Dumb is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vachon is keeping busy. Dumb tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vachon's elbow. #T3# Dumb just leaning against Vachon, taking a breather. Good body shot from Dumb.
Dumb scores with a shoulder strike. Dumb tries to work over Vachon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Dumb tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vachon's elbow. Vachon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Vachon working some nice short punches in the clinch. Dumb is working Vachon over against the cage. Vachon can't find room to land a body shot as Dumb controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Vachon scores with a nice short uppercut. Dumb misses with a short punch on the inside. Dumb tries a body shot but Vachon blocks it.
Dumb gets through Vachon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Dumb lands with a light punch inside. A shot in the inside from Vachon. Dumb can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dumb Dumb. That's going to take a lot out of him. Dumb throws a head punch that misses. Dumb tries a body shot but Vachon blocks it.
Vachon misses with a punch on the inside.
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! Vachon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Dumb is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vachon pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T4# A shot in the inside from Vachon. Nice body punch from Vachon. Dumb blocks an uppercut.
Vachon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vachon lands a hook to the side of the head. Vachon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dumb blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dumb lands a nice shot to the body. Dumb misses with a body punch.
Dumb misses with a punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. Dumb scores with a shoulder strike. Vachon tries to throw a body punch but Dumb avoids it by throwing Vachon back against the cage. Still in the clinch, Vachon scores with a nice short uppercut. Dumb tries to throw a body punch but Vachon avoids it by throwing Dumb back against the cage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Dumb drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vachon pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vachon ducks under a wild hook from Dumb. The fight stays on the outside here - Vachon looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2# Vachon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Maurice Vachon will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Maurice Vachon's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Vachon blocks the body kick.
Vachon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dumb.
Vachon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dumb paws at him with a jab and circles away. Dumb throws a lazy right hand but Vachon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Vachon misses with an uppercut. The fight stays on the outside here - Vachon looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL# Dumb moves into the clinch. Vachon lands a nice shot to the body. Vachon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vachon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Vachon tries to work over Dumb's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A nice left hand lands by Vachon.
Dumb works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dumb prevents a body shot from Vachon. Vachon has a couple of punches blocked by Dumb.
Vachon scores with a shot to the side of Dumb's head. Maurice Vachon seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Vachon prevents a body shot from Dumb. #T1# A right handed body shot lands from Vachon.
Vachon lands a body shot. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Dumb blocking some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vachon. Vachon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dumbs head. Vachon lands a left hand.
Vachon lands on the inside with an uppercut. Vachon's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Vachon lands a shoulder strike. Vachon swings wildly with an uppercut but Dumb uses good head movement to avoid it. Vachon misses with a body punch.
Vachon misses with a hook from the clinch. Dumb lands with a left to the head. Dumb throws a punch but it's blocked by Vachon. Dumb blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vachon misses with a punch on the inside.
Vachon misses with the head strike.
Dumb doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Vachon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dumb's elbow. Dumb is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vachon pulls him back up using the underhooks. Dumb fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vachon gets through Dumb's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Vachon has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Dumb blocking some punches.
Vachon throws a punch but it's blocked by Dumb. Vachon lands an uppercut. Dumb lands a shot to the body. A hook to the body from Vachon.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dumb. Dumb misses with a punch to the body.
Vachon misses with a punch on the inside.
Vachon throws a punch but it's blocked by Dumb. Vachon misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC# Dumb's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Dumb ducks under a wild hook from Vachon. Vachon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Vachon takes a swing at Dumb's ribcage but misses. #CL# Dumb moves into range and clinches up with Vachon.#T3# Vachon swings wildly with an uppercut but Dumb uses good head movement to avoid it. Dumb lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Dumb blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dumb throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vachons head. Dumb blocks an uppercut.
Dumb tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vachon's elbow. Vachon has a couple of punches blocked by Dumb.
Vachon digs a right hand into Dumb's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dumb's gas tank. #BC# Dumb pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Vachon is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Dumb keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vachon misses with a body punch
#CL# and Dumb moves into the clinch. Vachon tries to throw a body punch but Dumb avoids it by throwing Vachon back against the cage. Vachon has a couple of punches blocked by Dumb.
Vachon stalling in the clinch but Dumb improves position. Dumb misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4##BC# Dumb pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Dumb misses with a hook. Vachon throws out a counter right but Dumb avoids it with no problem. A punch lands to the side of Dumb 's head but he takes it in his stride. A lazy left from Vachon finds it's target. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dumb throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Dumb is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Dumb connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Vachon's hands. Vachon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dumb looks to land a body kick but Vachon moved away. Vachon is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Vachon dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Dumb throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Vachon connects with a crisp jab. Maurice Vachon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2# Vachon closes the distance and pushes Dumb back into the cage. Vachon looking to stall.
Dumb misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Maurice Vachon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Maurice Vachon's cut. That's time! Dumb's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Dumb takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Vachon tests Dumb's chin there with a solid looking shot. Vachon throws a body punch but Dumb moves out of range. Dumb misses with an attempted mid kick.
Vachon wants to counter the offense by Dumb and move into the clinch position.#CL2# Vachon closes the distance and pushes Dumb back into the cage. Vachon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vachon working aggressively here.
Dumb has a couple of punches blocked by Vachon.
Dumb blocks an uppercut.
Vachon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dumb blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Vachon. Vachon is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Vachon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dumb's elbow. Vachon working aggressively here.
Vachon misses with some punches.
Vachon scores with a shoulder strike. Dumb misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1# Vachon throws a punch but it's blocked by Dumb. Vachon gets through Dumb's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Vachon prevents a body shot from Dumb. Dumb struggles to land a body shot inside as Vachon controls his hands.
Dumb tries a body shot but Vachon blocks it.
Vachon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Vachon.
A shot in the inside from Dumb. Dumb tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vachon's elbow. Vachon throws a head punch that misses. The referee calls for Dumb to work.
Vachon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dumb tries to throw a body punch but Vachon avoids it by throwing Dumb back against the cage. Vachon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Vachon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Vachon lands a body punch in the clinch. Vachon scores with a hook to the body. Vachon pressing his opponent against the cage. Vachon pushes Dumb back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Dumb Dumb has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Vachon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dumb's elbow. A nice right hand lands inside from Vachon. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Vachon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dumb backwards. Vachon stalling in the clinch but Dumb improves position. Dumb tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vachon's elbow. Dumb misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Dumb fails to land. #BC# Dumb breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vachon dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A jab lands there for Vachon. Vachon slips under a jab from Dumb. Vachon avoids a kick to the body.
A jab from Vachon finds it's way through Dumb's defenses. Dumb tries to move into range but Vachon moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Vachon doesn't manage to clinch there - Dumb circles away.
Dumb appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Vachon jabs Dumb to the body, keeping him at a distance. Dumb Dumb seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3# Dumb throws a body kick that misses. Vachon looks like he wants to counter punch here. Vachon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2# Vachon clinches. Vachon misses with a body punch.
Dumb tries to work over Vachon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Dumb tries to throw a body punch but Vachon avoids it by throwing Dumb back against the cage. Vachon lands a body punch. Vachon working some nice short punches in the clinch. A shot in the inside from Vachon. A head punch on the inside from Vachon fails to land. Vachon lands a shot to the body. Vachon scores with a hook to the body. A head punch blocked on the inside by Dumb. Vachon can't find room to land a body shot as Dumb controls the action.
Vachon can't find room to land a body shot as Dumb controls the action.
Dumb misses with a body punch.
Vachon prevents a takedown attempt there.
A short body shot lands from Vachon as the two fighters clinch.
Maurice Vachon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4# Vachon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dumb tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vachon's elbow. Vachon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dumb can't find room to land a body shot as Vachon controls the action.
Vachon misses with a hook from the clinch. Dumb doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dumb is looking for a takedown. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nice body punch from Vachon - that landed with a thud.
Dumb swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vachon blocks a body shot from Dumb. Dumb swings wildly with an uppercut but Vachon uses good head movement to avoid it. Vachon misses with a hook from the clinch. A nice right hand lands inside from Vachon. Dumb misses with a body punch.
And that's the end of the fight! Maurice Vachon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Vachon has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30 Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maurice Vachon! Maurice Vachon made sure to mention his sponsor, KAISER Nutrition - Q160 in his post fight interview.
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Event:
KOFC 71 - Zahav vs Menger
Date: Oct 21, 2017 |
#R1# Dumb pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Dumb misses with a low kick. Lassiter swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Dumb throws a big shot that misses. Dumb lands with a good body shot. Dumb throws the left hand but Lassiter avoids the punch easily. Lassiter tries a head kick but it misses.
Dumb lands a nice hook to Lassiter's body. Lassiter takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Dumb thuds his shin into the meat of Lassiter's side. Dumb works Lassiter's body with a nice hook. Lassiter is breathing heavily. Dumb dips to his left and cracks Lassiter with an uppercut!#CUT2# It looks like Slade Lassiter has been cut. Dumb Dumb seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dumb blocks a head kick by Lassiter.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dumb! But no joy. Dumb looks to land a body kick but Lassiter moved away. Dumb scores with a jab. Lassiter acknowledges it with a nod of the head. We've been told by Lassiter's head coaches at Gym Beam that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dumb smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Dumb fakes the leg kick and cracks Lassiter in the body. #T1# Dumb misses with a takedown attempt - Lassiter sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Dumb misses with a body kick. Lassiter swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2# Dumb scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Lassiter defending against the ground and pound. Dumb throws a strike aimed at the side of Lassiter's head but Lassiter avoids it well. Lassiter on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lassiter tries to get out of the position. Dumb creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dumb throws an elbow but Lassiter slips to the side and avoids it well. Lassiter takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Dumb sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Lassiter is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Dumb landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T2# Dumb throws a strike aimed at the side of Lassiter's head but Lassiter avoids it well. Dumb throwing strikes but Lassiter manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dumb sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Dumb tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Lassiter has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Dumb really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dumb is squirming around, avoiding Lassiter's attempts to control the action. Dumb regains half guard.#T3# Dumb gets full guard. Dumb working a defensive guard here.
Dumb is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB2# Dumb is working for a kimura but Lassiter is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Dumb thows a huge punch but Lassiter dodges it nicely.
#T4# Lassiter has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dumb is working away from the top position though. Lassiter knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dumb on the ground.#SUB2# Dumb is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ground and pound from Dumb. #CUT2# Slade Lassiter's cut is getting worse. Dumb is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Dumb thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Dumb missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Dumb not landing any meaningful shots this time. Dumb has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Dumb is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Lassiter is in a horrible position here. Dumb smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dumb Dumb dominated that round. The cut man is working on Slade Lassiter's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Dumb dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CUT2# Slade Lassiter's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Slade Lassiter's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Dumb Dumb!
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Event:
KOFC 67 - Force vs Leonidas
Date: Sep 23, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Almeida clinches up with Dumb and pushes him back against the cage. Almeida taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Dumb tries to work over Almeida's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Almeida tries to stall but Dumb uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Dumb scores with a shoulder strike. Almeida missing with knees to the body.
Dumb lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Almeida takes a shot to the head. #CUT# It looks like Lucio Almeida has been cut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Almeida. Dumb gets through Almeida's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Dumb tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Almeida's elbow. Dumb throws a punch but it's blocked by Almeida. Almeida tries to land knees in the clinch but Dumb avoids the damage to the body. Almeida is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dumb is defending well for now. Dumb scores with a hook to the body. Dumb tries to throw a body punch but Almeida avoids it by throwing Dumb back against the cage. Dumb is trying to push Almeida away but Almeida has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Almeida looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Dumb working some nice short punches in the clinch. Dumb misses with a punch to the body.
Still in the clinch, Dumb scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1# Dumb tries to work over Almeida's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Dumb misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dumb goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dumb misses with a body punch.
Dumb misses with the head strike.
#TD# Dumb tightens his grip and picks Almeida up, before dumping him to the ground. Almeida manages to land in guard. Almeida is trying to control the position but Dumb postures up. Dumb postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Dumb wants to control from the top but Almeida keeps moving. Dumb might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Dumb lands a couple of elbows. Dumb connects with a couple of short punches. Dumb looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Dumb is in close to Almeida's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2##SUB2# Almeida looking for a triangle here. Dumb is fighting it but it looks tight! Almeida pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Dumb is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Lucio Almeida!
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Event:
KOFC 60 - Ball vs Kuznetkov
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1# A cross from Dumb lands.#CUT2# It looks like Tre Donovan has been cut. Donovan misses with a wild combination.
Dumb misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. It looked like Donovan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Dumb looks to land a body kick but Donovan moved away. Donovan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL# Donovan gets a clinch. Donovan misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dumb.
Dumb prevents a body shot from Donovan. Dumb struggles to land a body shot inside as Donovan controls his hands.
Donovan crunches a lovely knee into Dumb's ribcage. Dumb lands with a short shot to the head. Dumb misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Donovan stops a takedown attempt from Dumb.
Still in the clinch, Donovan scores with a nice short uppercut. Donovan struggles to land a body shot inside as Dumb controls his hands.
Donovan lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Donovan lands a body punch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dumb throws a head punch that misses. Dumb blocks a body shot from Donovan. #T1# Dumb tries a body shot but Donovan blocks it.
Dumb tries to work over Donovan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Donovan can't find room to land a body shot as Dumb controls the action.
Dumb managing to block the knees to the body from Donovan.
Dumb tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD# Donovan gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Donovan scoring with strikes to the body and head. Donovan lands strikes from half guard. Dumb wants to get back to full guard. Dumb is trying to maintain the position but Donovan is very close to passing his half guard. Donovan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dumb defending well though. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Donovan seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Donovan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Donovan missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Donovan has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2# Donovan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dumb with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB# Donovan is working for a submission of some sort.
Donovan wants to control but Dumb is keeping him busy. Dumb is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. The fighters are battling for position here. Dumb manages to regain full guard. Nice work. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Donovan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2# Dumb throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Donovan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T3# Dumb looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Donovan wants to control from the top but Dumb keeps moving. Dumb wants to sweep here but Donovan controlling him for the moment. Donovan postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Donovan throws a big elbow that misses. Donovan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dumb's head.#SUB2# Dumb throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dumb keeping moving, preventing Donovan from controlling successfully. #T4# Donovan tries to free his leg and advance position but Dumb is retaining full guard. #SUB2# Dumb had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Donovan defends it easily. Dumb looking to hit a scissor sweep but Donovan is one step ahead there. Donovan trying to control the position from guard on top but Dumb is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Donovan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Donovan wants to pass the guard but Dumb is keeping the position.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tre Donovan dominated that round. The cut man is working on Tre Donovan's cut. That's time! Donovan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# A jab from Dumb misses. A slow jab from Dumb misses its intended target. #CL# Donovan forces Dumb back against the cage and clinches. Dumb goes for a takedown in the clinch but Donovan prevents it.
Dumb misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dumb tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC# Donovan manages to break the clinch.
Dumb misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Donovan counters with a stiff right hand. Donovan shoots in for a takedown but Dumb shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Nice shot by Donovan. Dumb cracks the inside of Donovan's front leg. Dumb Dumb seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dumb lands a jab to the head.
Donovan lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL2# Dumb moves into the clinch. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Donovan is trying to push Dumb away but Dumb has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD# Donovan has Dumb pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Donovan pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Dumb tumbling to the mat - Donovan dives into Dumb's guard.#T1# Donovan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Donovan postures up and lands a big shot to Dumb's brow. #SUB2# Dumb is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Donovan is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2# Dumb is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Donovan frees his head nicely. Oh but Dumb has switched to an armbar! Donovan is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Dumb Dumb!
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Event:
TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Mar 13, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dumb Dumb and Big Cass. Cass is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Ba'da boom Realist guy in the Room. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Dumb Dumb! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Big Cass! The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Paulsen Ambrosius and Radbod Blank.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Dumb 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: Dumb (4) vs (0) Cass Dumb tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Dumb wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cass keeps working. Cass manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dumb (4) vs (2) Cass Dumb might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Dumb is positioning himself well to prevent Cass advancing to mount. Dumb moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dumb looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Cass wants to control from the top but Dumb keeps moving. Dumb looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Cass being controlled here momentarily.
That's one minute gone in the round. Dumb is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dumb keeping moving, preventing Cass from controlling successfully. Cass pushing down on Dumb's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Cass wants to pass to mount but Dumb is defending the position. Cass is trying for a kimura here. Dumb looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Cass wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Big Cass! Big Cass 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 15 (265+lbs, D3): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 05, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dumb Dumb and Cael Schultz. On his way into the cage it seems that Dumb Dumb has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Dumb Dumb seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Dumb Dumb! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Cael Schultz! The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yuuki Gou and Ren Mimura.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Schultz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dumb. Dumb avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dumb feinted with a counter takedown. Schultz looks to clinch and Dumb counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Schultz! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dumb (4) vs (0) Schultz A lull in the action here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Schultz can't do much from the bottom here. Schultz tries to get back to half guard but can't. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Schultz can't do much from the bottom here. Dumb is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Schultz is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's one minute gone in the round. Dumb wants to control but Schultz is keeping him busy. Schultz regains half guard there - taking advantage of Dumb's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. Schultz tries to roll over but Dumb keeps him under control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dumb passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dumb (7) vs (0) Schultz Schultz is looking to get to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Dumb wants to control the pace but Schultz is squirming around nicely. Dumb tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Dumb trying to control but Schultz is having none of it. Schultz wants to hold on but Dumb pushes him away. Dumb sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Dumb tries to control but Schultz wriggling away.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Schultz is trying desperately to improve position. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Schultz can do anything to dispel that myth. Dumb takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Schultz is trying desperately to improve position. Dumb tries to control but Schultz wriggling away.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Dumb is really struggling to control Schultz but he's trying to hold on to the position. Dumb looking to secure an arm triangle but Schultz defends it well. Dumb trying to control but he's not successful this time. Dumb has hold of Schultz's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Schultz manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Schultz tries to improve his position but instead Dumb has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dumb (10) vs (0) Schultz
That's five minutes gone in the round. Dumb has the hooks in. Schultz is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Dumb looking for the choke from the back. Dumb seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Schultz is in bad spot here.
Dumb biding his time, looking for the opening.
Schultz prevents Dumb from getting a body triangle. Dumb controlling the position well here. Schultz rolled but Dumb kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Schultz fending off the submission attempt from Dumb. Schultz tries to escape the position.
Schultz won't enjoy being in this position. Dumb looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Schultz is tapping - it's over boys! Dumb picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dumb Dumb! |
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Event:
TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D3): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dumb Dumb and Jose Cajellon. Jose Cajellon 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 super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Dumb Dumb! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jose Cajellon! The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Shigeki Fujiwara and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Cajellon tries to clinch but fails miserably and Dumb counters with a nice double leg into side control. Cajellon won't be happy with that. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dumb (4) vs (0) Cajellon Cajellon trying to remain calm as Dumb controls from the top position. Dumb tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Dumb taking a breather here. Dumb advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dumb (6) vs (0) Cajellon We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dumb takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's one minute gone in the round. Dumb works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Dumb (9) vs (0) Cajellon Dumb has got one arm under Cajellon's chin. This could be trouble... Cajellon trying to control the other hand but Dumb gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Cajellon has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dumb Dumb! |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (265lbs, D4): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Wade Ween and Dumb Dumb. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Dumb Dumb enters the cage!
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 0 wins and 0 losses; Wade Ween! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dumb Dumb! The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Ween has Dumb up against the cage in a clinch.
Ween fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dumb has Ween pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ween manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Dumb is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Ween can't fight it off and eventually Dumb manages to take the fight to the floor. Ween looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ween (0) vs (2) Dumb 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. Ween looking for a guillotine here but Dumb defends easily.
Dumb trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dumb is still trying to improve position. Dumb 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.
That's one minute gone in the round. Ween escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dumb gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Dumb controls from within his opponent's guard. It looks like Dumb might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it. Dumb trying to control the position from guard on top but Ween is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Ween seems keen to control Dumb's posture. Ween has his foot on Dumb's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dumb works his way back into a safe position though. Dumb tries to free his leg and advance position but Ween is retaining full guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ween is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ween (2) vs (2) Dumb Dumb keeping moving, preventing Ween from controlling successfully. Dumb pulls Ween in close to prevent any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Dumb is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ween is aware though and is defending well. Ween trying to control but Dumb is working from the bottom. Dumb wants to sweep here but Ween controlling him for the moment. Ween wants to control from the top but Dumb keeps moving. Dumb pulls Ween in close to prevent any damage. Dumb is trying to control the position but Ween postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Ween showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Dumb throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dumb has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Dumb is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Dumb looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ween is one step ahead there. Dumb keeping moving, preventing Ween from controlling successfully. Ween could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Ween advances to half guard. Dumb is looking for a sweep. Ween is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Dumb felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Dumb is trying is best to control the position here.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Dumb tries to roll over but Ween keeps him under control. Ween is trying to control. Dumb wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Dumb wants to control but Ween is keeping busy.
Ween frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ween (5) vs (2) Dumb Dumb tries to reverse the position but Ween maintains control. Dumb tries to hold on but Ween pushes him away.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Ween looking to control but Dumb is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Dumb tries to reverse the position but Ween maintains control. Dumb is trying to reverse the position but instead Ween has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Ween (8) vs (2) Dumb Dumb wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace. Dumb breaks Ween's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ween (8) vs (4) Dumb Ween trying to keep a closed guard but Dumb is proving a slippery customer.
Dumb slips nicely into half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Ween is trying to get back to full guard. Ween looking for submissions off his back. Dumb not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dumb wants to pass the guard but Ween is defending well.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Dumb 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.
Dumb slows the pace down in half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Ween has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dumb is working away from the top position though. Dumb trying to control the pace. Ween actively working from the bottom here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Dumb wants to pass to mount but Ween is defending the position. Dumb not doing much here.
Dumb is trying to work for a kimura but Ween is defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dumb in particular looking to stall.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Dumb prevents Ween from improving his position. Ween gets full guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ween is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ween (10) vs (4) Dumb Ween advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ween (13) vs (4) Dumb Ween trying to control the action but Dumb is working from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Dumb tries to improve position but can't. Ween tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Dumb tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Ween presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ween (15) vs (4) Dumb Dumb is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Ween avoids the attempt from Dumb to control. Dumb slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Ween prevents Dumb from improving his position. Ween is looking to stall here but Dumb recovers full guard. Ween being controlled here momentarily. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Dumb had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ween defends it easily.
And that's the end of the fight! Ween takes the fight on points by 15 to 4. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 10, 2016 |
#R1##TD# Orlov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dumb is trying to defend but Orlov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Dumb wants to control but Orlov is keeping busy.
Orlov missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Nice strikes from Orlov there. Dumb makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dumb. Dumb manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Orlov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Dumb with a flurry of punches that miss. Dumb sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Orlov's guard. Orlov taking some punishment here, with Dumb in his half guard. Dumb throwing shots but Orlov is blocking nicely. Dumb missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Dumb sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Orlov defending well though. Dumb has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1# Dumb lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Orlov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Orlov is trying is best to control the position here. Orlov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Dumb scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Dumb lands with a punch from half guard. Orlov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dumb on the ground. Dumb not landing any meaningful shots this time. Orlov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Orlov trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
#T2# The referee warns Orlov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Dumb connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Dumb working away from the top, dropping strikes. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Dumb lands a nice shot to the head. Dumb looking to finish with strikes here!
Dumb is landing with some decent strikes but Orlov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Dumb working away from the top, dropping strikes. Dumb in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Dumb looking to finish Orlov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Orlov!#ROC2# Orlov is rocked! Orlov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Orlov tries to get out of the position.#T3# BOOM! Dumb connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Oh Orlov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Dumb is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Orlov goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Dumb!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dumb Dumb!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 26, 2016 |
#R1# Jones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dumb defends it nicely.#TD2# Dumb drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Dumb with a nice head shot there. Dumb passes Jones's left leg - he's now in half guard. Jones is trying to get back to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones trying to control here.
Dumb is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1##SUB# Jones looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Jones trying to control from the bottom.
Dumb thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dumb connects with a nice short shot to Jones's temple. Jones wants to control but Dumb is keeping busy.
Dumb sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Jones is looking to improve his position.
Dumb working over Jones with some ground and pound. Jones looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2# Dumb thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jones's head. Dumb looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Dumb is thwarting Jones's attempts to control the position. Dumb not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Dumb thows a huge punch but Jones dodges it nicely.
Jones trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Dumb throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. The referee warns Jones that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Dumb should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#T3# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Dumb landing strikes from the mount. Dumb with shots to the head and body - Jones looks very uncomfortable down there. Dumb raining down shots from the mount! Jones blocking the ground and pound. Dumb fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Dumb landing strikes, looking to finish! Jones manages to regain half guard. Good work. Dumb missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Dumb throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4# Dumb missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Dumb not landing any meaningful shots this time. Jones keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Dumb has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Jones is trying to get back to full guard. Dumb sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though. Jones gets full guard. Dumb chips away with some ground and pound. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dumb throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dumb working his ground and pound in the gym. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dumb accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jones is trying to keep Dumb in close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dumb Dumb dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Jones misses with a takedown #CL2# and Dumb moves into the clinch. Jones is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dumb pulls him back up using the underhooks. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dumb. Dumb scores with a hook to the body. Dumb effectively controlling the action here.#TD2# Dumb has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Jones regains guard immediately. Dumb makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Dumb has been the more effective fighter overall so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dumb is working Jones over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Dumb throws a strike but Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Dumb. Dumb Dumb has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1# Dumb trying to control the position.
#SUB2# Dumb is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones controls from within his opponent's guard. Dumb looking for a sweep. Not yet Dumb, not yet. Jones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Jones landing some decent shots from guard. Dumb looking for a sweep. Not yet Dumb, not yet. Dumb has momentary wrist control but Jones slips an elbow through the middle. We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Dumb has eaten all the pies! Dumb is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# Dumb lands with a punch from half guard. #T2# Jones gets full guard.#SUB# Jones is looking for a triangle but Dumb pushes his legs off easily.
Dumb keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jones's head. Dumb throws a big right hand that misses. Dumb looking to pass the guard. Dumb throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Dumb postures up in Jones's guard and throws a big left but Jones blocks it. Dumb cracks Jones with a solid left hand.#T3# Jones working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dumb. Dumb lands a couple of decent looking shots. Dumb content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Jones knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dumb on the ground. Dumb throws a big elbow that misses. Dumb throws a strike but Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Dumb trying to keep a closed guard but Jones is proving a slippery customer.
Jones cracks Dumb with a solid left hand. Dumb bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jones's guard. #REVB# Dumb missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Dumb postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4# Dumb throwing strikes but missing. Dumb distracts Jones with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Dumb working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Dumb postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Dumb throws a big right hand that misses. Dumb landing with the ground and pound. Dumb trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dumb in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Dumb wants to pass the guard but Jones is keeping the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dumb Dumb showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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# Jones fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Dumb shoots in looking for a takedown. Jones tries to sprawl out of it but Dumb keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jones manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dumb sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jones somewhat. Jones doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2# so Dumb counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Dumb missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dumb throwing strikes from guard but Jones blocks nicely. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Dumb landing with the ground and pound. #T1# Dumb scoring with punches to the head and body. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dumb accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Dumb with a nice head shot there. Dumb loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Dumb working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Dumb working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Dumb stands and throws Jones's legs to the side, diving into side control. Dumb scoring with punches from side control. Mike Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Dumb Dumb is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2# Jones is looking to reverse the position. Dumb trying to control the action but Jones is working from the bottom. Dumb in side control, just content to control the action for now. Jones is trying to improve his position.#T3# A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Dumb trying to control the position but Jones is working away. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Jones fails with the takedown#TD2# and Dumb counters with a single leg into guard. Jones didn't expect that. Dumb is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Jones wants to sweep here but Dumb controlling him for the moment. Dumb 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. #T4# Dumb preventing the sweep. Dumb engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Jones, not yet.
And that's the end of the fight! Dumb Dumb comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Dumb has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30 Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dumb Dumb! The defeated Mike Jones had this to say: 'My manager chose to have me train strength instead of speed, what an idiot. Good fight, nothing but respect for
my opponent and his manager. Hope I popped something good.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1# Dumb shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Montgomery as he avoids it easily. Montgomery looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! Montgomery throws a head kick that misses #TD# and Dumb counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Dumb works his way into full mount! Dumb putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Dumb lands a big elbow. Dumb lands a heavy elbow. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dumb is landing with some decent strikes but Montgomery is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Dumb putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Dumb pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Dumb with the ground and pound from mount. Dumb in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Dumb lands a nice shot to the head. The referee warns Montgomery that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T1# Dumb raining down hammerfists from mount. Montgomery taking shots to the head. The referee warns Montgomery that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Dumb has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Montgomery's face.
Dumb lands a big shot there that rocks Montgomery but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Dumb working Montgomery over with strikes here. Montgomery is bucking up trying to escape but Dumb cracks him with another couple of good strikes. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Montgomery can do anything to dispel that myth. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Dumb won't let Montgomery get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. Dumb could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Dumb lands a big elbow. Dumb dominating with strikes here. Dumb lands a big shot there that rocks Montgomery but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Dumb landing strikes from the mount and Montgomery is in trouble! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Montgomery is in a horrible position here. Dumb smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Montgomery really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dumb. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Montgomery taking shots to the head. Dumb with the ground and pound from mount. #T2# Dumb raining down hammerfists from mount. The referee warns Montgomery that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Dumb punishing his opponent with strikes. Dumb dominating with strikes here. Dumb scoring with strikes but Montgomery is staying in there. Dumb lands a big elbow. BOOM! Dumb connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Dumb is landing with some decent strikes but Montgomery is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Dumb raining down hammerfists from mount. Dumb connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#ROC# Montgomery is rocked! Dumb looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Montgomery is still in real trouble! Can Dumb finish him? Dumb lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dumb raining down shots from the mount! Montgomery taking shots to the head. Oooooh, big shot lands for Dumb! Montgomery is hurt baaadly! Dumb is firing away with more strikes - Montgomery is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dumb Dumb!
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