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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 05, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Hofman shoots in and bounces Bowman off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Bowman pushes Hofman off and scrambles back to his feet.
#TD#
Hofman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Hofman is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Bowman looks calm but he's in trouble here. Hofman gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Bowman is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Hofman lets go of the hold and Bowman can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Denis Hofman!
A very excited looking Denis Hofman 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:
KOFC 51 - Bylund vs Sarducci 2
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Hofman shoots in but no luck this time.
Rodrigues looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD#
Hofman shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hofman showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Hofman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rodrigues is just riding it out for now. Hofman eventually gives up the hold.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hofman is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Rodrigues is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Denis Hofman!
A relieved looking Denis Hofman 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:
KOFC 44 - Karelin vs Sionis
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Balayan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hofman.
Hofman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hofman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Balayan pinned against the cage. Balayan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Balayan is looking for the big counter here.
Balayan connects with a leg kick. Hofman looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hofman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Balayan's waist but Balayan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hofman off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Denis Hofman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hofman shoots in for a double leg but Balayan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Balayan has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Hofman has his takedown stuffed
and Balayan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hofman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T1#
Hofman on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hofman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC2#
Hofman is rocked!
Hofman tries for a takedown but Balayan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Oh Hofman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hofman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hofman seems to have got his legs back now.
Hofman is breathing heavily.
Balayan fakes the leg kick and cracks Hofman in the body.
Garegin Balayan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A slapping leg kick lands for Balayan.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Balayan.
Balayan looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Balayan lands with a nice body kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Balayan.
Hofman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Balayan as he avoids it easily.
Hofman looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hofman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Balayan. Balayan obviously looking to wear him down.
Hofman with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Balayan counters with a crisp right hand that drops Hofman! Balayan lets Hofman back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#T2#
Hofman has his takedown stuffed
and Balayan counters with a nice body shot.
Balayan ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Hofman out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Garegin Balayan!
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Event:
KOFC 37 - Murphy vs Wrestler
Date: Apr 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Hofman slips a jab and a cross from Andreev.
Hofman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Andreev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hofman somewhat.
Andreev lunges at Hofman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hofman's hand.
Andreev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Andreev cracks Hofman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Andreev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hofman feinted with a counter takedown.
Hofman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Andreev's waist but Andreev gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hofman off to one side.
Alexey Andreev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andreev lands with an uppercut that bounces Hofman off the cage and back into range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hofman tries for a takedown but Andreev circles away easily
and Andreev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Denis Hofman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hofman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Andreev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hofman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hofman fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Hofman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Andreev defends well and Hofman ends up having to push Andreev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Andreev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hofman.
Danga de danga de dang - Andreev scores with a four punch combination!
Hofman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Andreev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hofman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hofman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hofman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Andreev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hofman is defended easily by Andreev.
Hofman looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Hofman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T2#
A jab lands there for Andreev.
Hofman on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hofman shoots for a double leg takedown but Andreev sprawls well. He's pushed Hofman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hofman takes one on the button.
Hofman shoots in for a takedown but Andreev shows good takedown defense.
The crowd cheers as Andreev lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hofman doesn't seem phased though.
A jab lands there for Andreev.#ROC2#
Hofman is rocked!
Hofman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andreev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Andreev lands a nice shot that snaps Hofman's head back.
Oh Hofman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Andreev thuds a left hand into Hofman's body.
Andreev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hofman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A left lands for Andreev.
Andreev pounces like a tiger and cracks Hofman with a vicious hook! Hofman is down but not out! Andreev follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Alexey Andreev!
Alexey Andreev thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
KOFC 30 - Diehard vs Rackham 2
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Khajo digs a good body shot into Hofman's ribs.
Hofman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Khajo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hofman looks up at the clock. Bad move! Khajo lands a right hand from hell, dropping Hofman. Khajo pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tata Khajo!
A less than humble Tata Khajo misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
KOFC 20 - Grice vs Obama
Date: Jan 08, 2017 |
#R1#
A combination from Rivers does no damage.
Rivers swinging wildly here.
Hofman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Hofman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hofman is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Hofman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rivers doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hofman. #SUB#
Hofman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hofman is working for a kimura but Rivers is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1##SUB#
Rivers is defending against the submission attempts here by Hofman.
Hofman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Hofman wants to work for an arm triangle but Rivers is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hofman in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Hofman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rivers has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rivers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Hofman seems to be looking for submissions.
Hofman looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Rivers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Hofman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rivers is in trouble now - Hofman has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Hofman goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Rivers is on top in guard.
#T3##SUB#
Hofman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hofman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Hofman pushes a forearm under Rivers's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Rivers is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Denis Hofman!
An out of breath Denis Hofman 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:
KOFC 15 - Diehard vs Rackham
Date: Dec 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Hofman tries to clinch but Pantera moves away
and Pantera counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD2#
Pantera lands a left and a right that send Hofman crashing to the mat, dazed. Pantera thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Hofman is rocked!
Pantera finds Hofman's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Hofman flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Pantera lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Hofman will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jimmy Pantera!
A relieved looking Jimmy Pantera 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:
KOFC 9 - Dzhum vs Dos Santos
Date: Nov 05, 2016 |
#R1#
Silva throws a sloppy head kick and Hofman moves out of range easily.
Silva lands a high kick!
#TD2#
Hofman looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Hofman lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SU2#
Hofman stands up and waves to Silva to follow him. #TD2#
Hofman shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Silva's guard.#ROC2#
Silva is rocked!
Hofman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hofman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Oh Silva is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
Silva has an active guard here but Hofman has managed to pass 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!
Silva trying to control here.
Hofman creates some space for himself and unloads with a monster right hand! That one landed with a sickening thud - Silva is out cold and this one is all over! Hofman climbs onto the cage to celebrate with his corner!! He's shouting something into the camera but he's still got his mouthpiece in so God knows what he's actually saying.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Denis Hofman!
A very excited looking Denis Hofman 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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