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Event:
Bots de Garra 62
Date: Jul 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 84 wins and 47 losses; Kurt Diesel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 74 wins and 24 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Paulo Santos and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Diesel shoots in looking for a takedown but Hozdic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Diesel's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hozdic shoots for a takedown but Diesel saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Diesel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Diesel shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Diesel showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Diesel (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Diesel performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diesel trying to control from half guard but Hozdic is working away. #T1#
Diesel controlling the pace.
Hozdic is trying to control but can't.
Hozdic wants to control but Diesel passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (5) vs (0) Hozdic
Diesel controls the position.
Diesel tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic is being controlled here.
Hozdic is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T3#
Hozdic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic manages to work his way to half guard, despite Diesel's best efforts.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Diesel is controlling the pace.
Diesel has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (8) vs (0) Hozdic#T4#
Diesel looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hozdic tries to lock up and control but Diesel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Diesel looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5#
Hozdic wants to control but Diesel is having none of it.
Hozdic is looking to improve his position but Diesel isn't that keen on the idea.
Diesel trying to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6#
Hozdic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hozdic slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Diesel seems content to control.
Diesel is looking to stall here but Hozdic recovers full guard.
Diesel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T7#
Diesel looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (8) vs (2) Hozdic#SUB#
Diesel looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Diesel is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Diesel keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #T8#
Diesel can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Diesel is retaining full guard.
Hozdic trying to control but Diesel is working from the bottom.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Diesel 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.#T9##SUB#
Diesel had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hozdic defends it easily.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Diesel is keeping the position.
Diesel is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T10#
Hozdic won't allow Diesel to sweep him here.
Diesel is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic pushes down on Diesel's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diesel keeps working.
Hozdic prevents Diesel from improving his position.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Diesel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T11#
Diesel tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Diesel makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Diesel.
Diesel is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic trying to control but Diesel is working from the bottom. #T12#
Diesel being controlled here, momentarily.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hozdic advances to half guard. #SUB#
Diesel looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hozdic not doing much here.
#T13#
Hozdic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Diesel! Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (8) vs (5) Hozdic
Diesel is looking to get to half guard.
Hozdic fails to advance to Diesel's back.
Diesel keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Diesel tries to control Hozdic's body but Hozdic pushes him off. Diesel squirms to his side and now Hozdic has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Diesel (8) vs (8) Hozdic
Hozdic is not going to allow Diesel to sit and survive in this position.
I really don't envy Diesel right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diesel rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Diesel gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Diesel takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
Kurt Diesel retains his super heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Kurt Diesel 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:
Bots de Garra 61
Date: Jul 26, 2023 |
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 73 wins and 24 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 14 losses; Jerry Curls!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hozdic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Curls's waist but Curls gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hozdic off to one side.
Hozdic looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hozdic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Curls is fending him off so far but Hozdic persists. Nope, Curls circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hozdic fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Hozdic gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Curls
Curls wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curls is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard.
Hozdic is thwarting Curls's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Curls is trying to get back to full guard.
Hozdic trying to advance position but Curls counters by regaining guard.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Curls keeps moving.
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.
Curls not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Curls is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hozdic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Curls for as long as he can get away with.
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Curls is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Hozdic advances to half guard.
Curls is in trouble now - Hozdic has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Curls
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T5#
Hozdic controlling from the full mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Curls
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T6#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hozdic's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Curls is really stuck here.
Curls prevents Hozdic from getting a body triangle.
Hozdic has good solid back control here. #T7#
Curls rolls, trying to escape but Hozdic keeps control of the position.
Hozdic controlling the position well here. Curls rolled but Hozdic kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Curls's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hozdic has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Curls's body.
#T8#
Curls looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hozdic.
Hozdic controlling the position well here. Curls rolled but Hozdic kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T9#
Curls trying to control but not successfully.
Curls rolls, trying to escape but Hozdic keeps control of the position.
Curls is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hozdic.
Hozdic continues to stall.#T10#
Hozdic trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Hozdic working for a choke but Curls is defending well. #SUB#
Hozdic looking for the RNC. #T11#
Hozdic is looking to control Curls but Curls is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Hozdic slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T12#
Hozdic'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.
Curls looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hozdic.
#T13#
Curls looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hozdic trying to control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Curls wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
Curls is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T14#
Hozdic controls the position.
Further stalling from Hozdic.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A relieved looking Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 60
Date: Jul 23, 2023 |
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 73 wins and 23 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 82 wins and 47 losses; Kurt Diesel!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Daniel Cesar and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Diesel feints and as Hozdic raises his hands in defense, Diesel changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Diesel
Hozdic wants to hit a sweep here but Diesel passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hozdic there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Diesel
Hozdic tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Diesel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.#T1#
Hozdic holds on to Diesel as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Hozdic wants to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.
Diesel tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
Diesel controlling his opponent.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Diesel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Hozdic wants to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.#T3#
Diesel wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Hozdic working to try and regain half guard.
Diesel avoids the attempt from Hozdic to control.
Hozdic is working to get back to half guard.
Diesel looking to control and managing it successfully.
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.#T4#
Diesel wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Hozdic keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Diesel controlling the pace for now. #T5#
Hozdic is desperately trying to improve his position but Diesel has a good base and remains in mount.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Diesel takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Diesel trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hozdic keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Hozdic sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Diesel looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hozdic trying to control from the bottom.
#T7#
Diesel is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (8) Diesel
Hozdic tries to reverse the position but Diesel maintains control.
Diesel controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Diesel looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Diesel controlling from the full mount. #T8#
Diesel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Hozdic bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (8) Diesel
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T9#
Diesel wants to sweep but no luck.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Diesel keeps moving.
Diesel controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Diesel is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T10#
Diesel working a defensive guard but Hozdic passes into half guard.
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Diesel has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Hozdic slows the pace down in half guard.
Diesel wants to get back to full guard.#T11##SUB2#
Diesel looking for submissions off his back.
Diesel is looking to get back to full guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (8) Diesel
Diesel is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic working away.
Diesel is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Diesel looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T12#
Diesel is looking to improve his position.
Diesel is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard.
Diesel wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Diesel is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Diesel manages to get to full guard.
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Diesel not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Diesel is retaining full guard.
Hozdic controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Diesel has his foot on Hozdic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hozdic works his way back into a safe position though.
Our spies down at at Convicted Fight Club inform us that Diesel has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T14##SUB2#
Diesel working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hozdic has passed into half guard!
Hozdic wants to take a breather but Diesel is having none of it. #SUB2#
Diesel is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hozdic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Diesel knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diesel wins on points by 8 to 5.
Kurt Diesel is the new super heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Kurt Diesel 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:
Bots de Garra 59
Date: Jul 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 110 wins and 56 losses; Matvey Pavlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 72 wins and 23 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Mauricio Rocha and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Pavlov dives in and grabs Hozdic's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hozdic pushes down on Pavlov's head and hops out.
Hozdic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pavlov avoids it really well and circles away.
Pavlov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice sprawl there from Pavlov as Hozdic shoots in.#TD#
Hozdic gets caught napping as Pavlov dives in and scores a takedown. Hozdic manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pavlov (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Pavlov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Pavlov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Hozdic is trying to hold Pavlov in close to prevent damage but Pavlov has managed to pass into half guard.
Pavlov is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hozdic is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pavlov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pavlov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pavlov (2) vs (4) Hozdic
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Pavlov.
Pavlov is really stuck here.
Pavlov trying to control the hands but Hozdic breaks the grip.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T2#
You can see the frustration on Pavlov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Pavlov is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hozdic.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Hozdic trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Pavlov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hozdic controlling well, preventing Pavlov from escaping the position.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Will Hozdic go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T3#
Hozdic keeps control of the position as Pavlov tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hozdic has the hooks in. Pavlov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hozdic has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Pavlov's body.
Pavlov trying to control the hands but Hozdic won't let him.
Pavlov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4#
Pavlov breaks Hozdic's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (4) vs (4) Hozdic
Hozdic is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (4) vs (6) Hozdic
Pavlov manages to get to full guard.
Hozdic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T5#
Pavlov has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position.
Pavlov working a defensive guard here.
Pavlov keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Hozdic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
Pavlov wants to sweep but no luck.
Pavlov is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Pavlov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hozdic is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Pavlov.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Pavlov has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Hozdic forces his way into half guard.#T7#
Pavlov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pavlov trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (4) vs (9) Hozdic
Pavlov tries to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic controlling from mount.
Pavlov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Pavlov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hozdic wants to control the pace but Pavlov is squirming around nicely.
Pavlov has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (4) vs (12) Hozdic
Pavlov is really stuck here.
Pavlov is working hard here to advance position.
Pavlov wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T9#
Hozdic is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hozdic avoiding Pavlov 's attempts to control his hands. #T10#
Pavlov tries to break free.
Hozdic biding his time, controlling Pavlov.
Pavlov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Pavlov trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in. #T11#
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Pavlov tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hozdic controlling the positon.
Hozdic is hanging on to Pavlov's back as he tries to escape.
Hozdic keeps control of the position easily here as Pavlov tries to buck him off.
Hozdic is looking to control Pavlov but Pavlov is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T12#
Pavlov tries to escape the position.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Pavlov.
Well,Pavlov is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Hozdic trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Pavlov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard.#T13#
Hozdic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard.
Pavlov trying to control from the bottom.
Hozdic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Pavlov tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Pavlov is trying to control but can't.
Pavlov is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T14#
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (4) vs (15) Hozdic
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 15 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic is the new super heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Dragan Hozdic, 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:
Bots de Garra 58
Date: Jul 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 16 losses; Ivan Kamenev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 71 wins and 23 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Daniel Cesar and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hozdic drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kamenev (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kamenev trying to control the position.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kamenev wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kamenev there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kamenev (0) vs (5) Hozdic
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic tries to control but Kamenev wriggling away. #T1#
Kamenev reaches up to try and control the position but Hozdic seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Kamenev rolls and tries to escape and now Hozdic has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Kamenev (0) vs (8) Hozdic
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hozdic keeps control of the position easily here as Kamenev tries to buck him off.
#SUB2#
Hozdic working for the choke. #T2#
Hozdic is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Kamenev trying to control the hands but Hozdic breaks the grip.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kamenev.
I really don't envy Kamenev right now.
#T3#
Kamenev is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Kamenev rolls, trying to escape but Hozdic keeps control of the position.
Hozdic is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Kamenev is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Convicted Top Team, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T4#
Kamenev tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
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.#T5#
Hozdic controls the position.
Kamenev is really stuck here.
Kamenev might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Kamenev tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T6#
Kamenev reaches up to try and control the position but Hozdic seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Kamenev rolls and tries to escape and now Hozdic has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Kamenev (0) vs (11) Hozdic#SUB2#
Hozdic is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kamenev is defending well though. Hozdic let's go of the attempt for now.
Kamenev is really stuck here.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Kamenev's back but Kamenev is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kamenev. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kamenev (2) vs (11) Hozdic#SUB2#
Hozdic has his foot on Kamenev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kamenev works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T7#
Kamenev stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.
Kamenev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kamenev won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here.
Kamenev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kamenev is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic pulls Kamenev in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Kamenev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic 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.
Kamenev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic is trying to keep Kamenev in close.
#T9#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Kamenev from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kamenev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10#
Kamenev passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Kamenev (5) vs (11) Hozdic
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.
Kamenev working away.#SUB#
Kamenev wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hozdic, who protects the arm well. #T11#
Hozdic is trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic wants to control but Kamenev postures up.
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T12#
Kamenev wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic regains half guard.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Kamenev is controlling well.
Well,Kamenev is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T13#
Hozdic is looking to control Kamenev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hozdic avoid being mounted?
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hozdic trying to control from the bottom.
Hozdic works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kamenev postures up.
Kamenev trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Kamenev preventing the sweep.
Hozdic has Kamenev pulled in close to control his posture.
Hozdic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kamenev's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kamenev (5) vs (13) Hozdic
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Kamenev is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 13 to 5.
After winning the bout, Dragan Hozdic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 57
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
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 70 wins and 23 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 33 losses; Joe Average!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Emerson Jorge and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hozdic scores with a takedown into Average's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Average
Average working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Average.#SUB2#
Average working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hozdic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hozdic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Average working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hozdic has passed into half guard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Average tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg. #T1#
Hozdic is looking to advance position but Average won't allow it.
Average is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hozdic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hozdic's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Average
Our spies down at at Hey Steves Fight Shack inform us that Average has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hozdic tries to escape but Average has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB2#
Hozdic is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Average gets his way!
Average tries to keep control of the position but Hozdic is staying busy.#T2##SUB2#
Average patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Average trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Average just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB2#
Average looking for the choke but no joy.
Average is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Average trying to control.#T3#
Average controlling well, preventing Hozdic from escaping the position.
Average tries to get the hooks in deep but Hozdic pushed the leg off.
Good control from Average.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB2#
Hozdic preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Average.
Hozdic wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Average working for a choke but Hozdic is defending well. #T4#
Average trying to control.
Hozdic rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hozdic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hozdic.
Hozdic trying to keep a closed guard but Average is proving a slippery customer.
Average trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T5#
Average wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Average is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hozdic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Average's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (4) Average
Average looking for a sweep. Not yet Average, not yet.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Average keeps moving.
Hozdic slips nicely into half guard.#T6#
Hozdic passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Average! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (4) Average
Hozdic avoids the attempt from Average to control.
Average is looking to get to half guard.
Hozdic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Average is looking to escape.
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T7#
Hozdic avoids the attempt from Average to control.
Average regains half guard.
Average wants to sweep but Hozdic has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (10) vs (4) Average#T8#
Hozdic trying to control the position but Average is working away.
Average tries to improve position but can't.
Hozdic taking a breather here.
Hozdic wants to control but Average is keeping him busy.
Average is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic staying calm.#T9#
Average tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Average wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Average is looking to reverse the position.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Average is working from the bottom.
Average wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Average is working away. #T10#
Average is trying to improve his position.
Average is still trying to improve position.
Average struggling a bit here.
Average is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Average trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.#T11#
Average is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Average's shoulder. That is not cool.
Average tries to improve position but can't.
Hozdic is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Average's shoulder. That is not cool.
Average is looking to reverse the position.
Average is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Average is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control. #T12#
Hozdic is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Average's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Hozdic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Average is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
Hozdic working away.#T13#
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Average is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Average is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic wants to control but Average is keeping him busy. #T14#
Average is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
Hozdic is staying tight to Average's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
A very excited looking Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 56
Date: Jul 07, 2023 |
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 69 wins and 23 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 79 wins and 46 losses; Kurt Diesel!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Emerson Jorge and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hozdic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hozdic lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Diesel
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diesel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Hozdic is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic stays in close to Diesel's body and controls the position. #T2#
Our spies down at at Convicted Fight Club inform us that Diesel has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Diesel is keeping the position.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diesel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T5##T6#
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T7#
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Diesel being controlled here, momentarily.
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Diesel is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T8#
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully. #T9#
Hozdic trying to move into half guard but instead Diesel has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Diesel
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hozdic is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (2) Diesel
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T10#
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Diesel is retaining full guard.
Hozdic controlling from the top position. #T11#
Hozdic'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.
Hozdic trying to control but Diesel is working from the bottom. #T12#
Hozdic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Diesel's guard.
Hozdic controlling the action here.#T13#
Further stalling from Hozdic.#T14#
Hozdic is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (2) Diesel
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Hozdic tries to control but Diesel wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 55
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
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 54 wins and 32 losses; Joe Average! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 23 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Leandro Rodrigues and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic shoots for a takedown but Average saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Average is looking to counter the offense by Hozdic and move into the clinch.
Average stuffs the takedown.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown but Average shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Average attempts a counter takedown but Hozdic avoids it well and moves away.
Joe Average has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.#TD2#
Hozdic decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Average (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Average tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Average is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Average is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hey Steves Fight Shack, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T2#
Average trying to control from the bottom.
Average wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Average looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Average wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Average (0) vs (5) Hozdic
Average is looking to improve his position but Hozdic isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hozdic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Average is looking to escape.
Average has given up his back. Will we see Hozdic going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Average (0) vs (8) Hozdic
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T5#
Hozdic keeps control of the position as Average tries to break free.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic biding his time, looking for the opening.
Average tries to escape the position.
#T6#
Will Hozdic go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hozdic gets his hands free as Average looks to control.
Hozdic controlling from the back.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Average's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T7#
Average is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Average tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hozdic controlling the positon.
You can see the frustration on Average's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T8#
Average trying to control the hands but Hozdic breaks the grip.
Average tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
Hozdic controls the position.
Average looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hozdic controlling well, preventing Average from escaping the position.
#T9#
What can Average do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
I really don't envy Average right now.
Hozdic trying to control.
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Average manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (2) vs (8) Hozdic
Average pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Average looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (2) vs (10) Hozdic#T10#
Hozdic won't allow Average to sweep him here.
Hozdic slips nicely into half guard.
Average is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Average is trying to control but Hozdic passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Average (2) vs (13) Hozdic
Average is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
Hozdic is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Average's shoulder. That is not cool. #T11#
Average is trying to improve his position.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Average is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Average tries to improve position but can't. #T12#
Hozdic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Average will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Average tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Average will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Average is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Average sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hozdic prevents Average from improving his position.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Hozdic prevents Average from improving his position.#T14#
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Average keeps working.
Average wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Average actively working from the bottom here.
Average wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Average (2) vs (16) Hozdic
Average tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Average gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Average trying to control here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 16 to 2.
A very excited looking Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 54
Date: Jun 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 78 wins and 45 losses; Kurt Diesel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 22 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Alexandre Firmino and Leandro Rodrigues.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hozdic tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Diesel defends well and Hozdic ends up having to push Diesel into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Diesel gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Diesel (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Diesel prevents Hozdic from improving his position.
Hozdic has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Diesel is working away from the top position though.
Diesel is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diesel has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Diesel seems to be looking for submissions.
Diesel wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Diesel is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Diesel is just content to waste time from the top position. Hozdic takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hozdic seems keen to control Diesel's posture.#T2#
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Diesel is one step ahead there.
Hozdic seems keen to control Diesel's posture.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Diesel from controlling successfully.
Hozdic trying to keep a closed guard but Diesel is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Diesel from controlling successfully.
Diesel is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hozdic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Diesel is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
#T5#
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Diesel is one step ahead there.
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.
Diesel wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic is looking to sweep but instead, Diesel has passed into half guard.
#T6#
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic is staying active underneath Diesel, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hozdic gets back to full guard.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Diesel from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T7#
Diesel tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Diesel wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Diesel wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Diesel trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic pulls Diesel in close to his closed guard and prevents Diesel from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Diesel slips nicely into half guard.
Diesel is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T9#
Diesel perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hozdic wants to control but Diesel is keeping busy.
Diesel prevents Hozdic from improving his position.
Hozdic wants to control but Diesel is keeping busy.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Diesel is controlling well.
#T10#
Diesel performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Diesel'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.
Hozdic trying to hold on to Diesel's head to control him but Diesel postures up.
Hozdic works his way to full guard. Good work.#T11#
Hozdic is controlling Diesel's posture.
Diesel wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Diesel looking to pass the guard.
Diesel trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Hozdic 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.
Diesel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T13#
Diesel wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Diesel is one step ahead there.
Diesel looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (2) vs (2) Hozdic#T14#
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Diesel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diesel is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diesel seems keen to control Hozdic's posture.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diesel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Diesel gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Diesel takes the fight on points by 3 to 2.
Kurt Diesel thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 53
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 106 wins and 54 losses; Matvey Pavlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 21 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Mauricio Rocha and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Pavlov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pavlov (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Well, if Pavlov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Pavlov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pavlov is looking to advance position but Hozdic won't allow it.
Hozdic is staying active underneath Pavlov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hozdic manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov preventing the sweep.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic trying to control the position.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T1#
Pavlov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pavlov stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully.
Pavlov forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Pavlov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hozdic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Pavlov sits in half guard.
Hozdic controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Pavlov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Pavlov keeps him under control.
Pavlov controlling the action here.
Pavlov is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Pavlov wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Pavlov controlling the action here.
Pavlov is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Pavlov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hozdic wants to control but Pavlov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pavlov passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (5) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic wants to control but Pavlov is having none of it.#T4#
Pavlov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Pavlov postures up.
Hozdic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pavlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Hozdic tries to lock up and control but Pavlov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T5#
Pavlov moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (8) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic tries to escape but Pavlov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Pavlov struggling to keep hold of the position.
What can Hozdic do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pavlov tries to keep control of the position but Hozdic is staying busy.
Hozdic is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Pavlov.
#T6#
Hozdic staying busy and making it hard for Pavlov to control. #SUB#
Pavlov working for a choke but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic is really stuck here.
Hozdic rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Pavlov wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Pavlov sits in half guard. #T7#
Hozdic has a hand on Pavlov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Pavlov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (11) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pavlov tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away.
Hozdic regains half guard.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Pavlov trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T8#
Pavlov content to control rather than advance.
Pavlov trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well.
Hozdic is looking to improve his position.
Pavlov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Pavlov is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Pavlov controlling the pace.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Pavlov keeps him under control.
Pavlov controlling the action here.
Pavlov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Pavlov sits in half guard.
Pavlov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T10#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Pavlov.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pavlov is just content to waste time from the top position. Hozdic takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Pavlov is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pavlov (11) vs (4) Hozdic
Pavlov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Pavlov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pavlov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pavlov tries to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Pavlov tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
Hozdic looking to control and managing it successfully. #T11#
Hozdic manages to capitalize on a mistake by Pavlov to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (11) vs (7) Hozdic
Hozdic controlling well, preventing Pavlov from escaping the position.
Hozdic controlling from the back.
Pavlov is keeping busy.
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Pavlov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (13) vs (7) Hozdic
Pavlov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Pavlov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (16) vs (7) Hozdic#T12#
Hozdic manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Pavlov prevents Hozdic from improving his position.
Hozdic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Pavlov tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Pavlov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pavlov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T13#
Pavlov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hozdic is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Pavlov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hozdic 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.
Pavlov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pavlov is one step ahead there. #T14#
Pavlov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pavlov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pavlov looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (16) vs (9) Hozdic
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Pavlov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavlov takes the fight on points by 16 to 9.
Matvey Pavlov retains his super heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Matvey Pavlov 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:
Bots de Garra 52
Date: Jun 21, 2023 |
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 53 wins and 30 losses; Joe Average! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 67 wins and 21 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Average holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Hozdic gets underhooks to prevent Average's takedown attempt.
Average tries to score a body lock takedown but Hozdic shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hozdic has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Average avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Average gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Average (2) vs (0) Hozdic
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Average pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic pulls Average in close to prevent any damage.
Average trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic trying to control the position.
Average trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T1#
Average pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Average is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Average from controlling successfully.
Average looking to pass the guard.
Average postures up.
Average trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Average passes Hozdic's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
Hozdic is not content to let Average control the position.#SUB#
Average seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Average is working for a kimura but Hozdic is defending it quite comfortably.
Hozdic 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.
Average prevents Hozdic from improving his position.
Average is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Hozdic looking for submissions off his back.
Hozdic is in trouble now - Average has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Average (5) vs (0) Hozdic
Average can't control as he wanted to and Hozdic manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Hozdic is staying active underneath Average, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Average trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well. #T4#
Average trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Average controlling the pace.
Average is looking to advance position but Hozdic won't allow it.
Average with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Average tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hozdic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Average wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working. #T5#
Average is just content to waste time from the top position. Hozdic takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Average trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Average is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Average wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T6#
Hozdic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Average's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (5) vs (2) Hozdic#SUB#
Average has an active guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass into half guard.
Average moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Average is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Average has an active guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass into half guard.
Average is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7#
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Average is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Average trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Average (5) vs (5) Hozdic
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Average (5) vs (8) Hozdic
Average tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T8#
Average wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Average (5) vs (11) Hozdic
You can see the frustration on Average's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hozdic has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Average's body.
We've been hearing good reports from Average's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
You can see the frustration on Average's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hozdic controlling the positon.
Average rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T9#
Average tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.#SUB#
Hozdic moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Average. Score +3 for passing guard: Average (5) vs (14) Hozdic
Average is letting Hozdic control him for a moment.
Average is looking to reverse the position.#T10#
Hozdic trying to control the action but Average is working from the bottom.
Hozdic controls the position from side control.
Average is trying to improve his position.#T11#
Average sneaks back into half guard.
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Average is defending the position.
Average is trying to get back to full guard.
Average is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hozdic jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Average (5) vs (17) Hozdic
Average is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Average is working away. #T12#
Hozdic taking a breather here.
Average is trying to improve his position.
Average is letting Hozdic control him for a moment.
Average is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hozdic off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Average (9) vs (17) Hozdic
Average trying to control.
Average wants to control the position but Hozdic frees himself and scrambles - Average manages to regain control in side control.
#T13#
Average trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic tries to bench press Average off him but Average keeps the position.
Average wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T14#
Hozdic prevents Average from moving into mount.
Average trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Average wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hozdic, who protects the arm well.
Hozdic is not content to let Average control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is looking to reverse the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 17 to 9.
Dragan Hozdic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 51
Date: Jun 14, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 104 wins and 54 losses; Matvey Pavlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 67 wins and 20 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Pavlov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pavlov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Pavlov (4) vs (0) Hozdic
Pavlov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Pavlov looking to control but instead Hozdic has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB#
Pavlov wants to work for an arm triangle but Hozdic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hozdic slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pavlov tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic trying to keep a closed guard but Pavlov is proving a slippery customer.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T1#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Pavlov tries to pass.
Pavlov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Pavlov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Pavlov tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully.
Pavlov wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Pavlov looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic pulls Pavlov in close to his closed guard and prevents Pavlov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Hozdic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Pavlov 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.
Pavlov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Pavlov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pavlov trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well.
Hozdic is staying active underneath Pavlov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Pavlov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Pavlov'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.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pavlov wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy. #T5#
Pavlov moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (7) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic is looking to regain half guard here but Pavlov keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic struggling a bit here.
Pavlov advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Pavlov (9) vs (0) Hozdic#T6#
Pavlov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Pavlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Pavlov fails to advance to Hozdic's back.
Hozdic tries to reverse the position but Pavlov maintains control.
Pavlov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T7#
Pavlov is really struggling to control Hozdic but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hozdic is desperately trying to improve his position but Pavlov has a good base and remains in mount.
Pavlov tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away.
Pavlov controlling from the full mount. #T8#
Pavlov looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pavlov content just to control the position here.
Pavlov looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Pavlov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Hozdic is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T9#
Pavlov wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Pavlov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hozdic is squirming around, avoiding Pavlov's attempts to control the action.
Hozdic keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Pavlov works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (12) vs (0) Hozdic
Pavlov trying to control.#T10#
Hozdic trying to control the hands but Pavlov breaks the grip.
Pavlov keeps control of the position easily here as Hozdic tries to buck him off.
Hozdic is in bad spot here.
Hozdic trying to survive by controlling the hands.
Pavlov has the hooks in. Hozdic is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Pavlov trying to control.
What can Hozdic do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T11#
Pavlov wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Hozdic is really stuck here.
Pavlov wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Pavlov avoiding Hozdic 's attempts to control his hands.
Pavlov wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.#T12#
Pavlov controlling well, preventing Hozdic from escaping the position.
Hozdic keeps trying to improve his position.
Pavlov struggling to keep hold of the position.
Pavlov trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hozdic doesn't escape.
Hozdic is keeping busy.
#T13#
Hozdic is trying to break free.
Pavlov trying to control momentarily.
Pavlov is trying to control but Hozdic is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Pavlov tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away.
Pavlov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Pavlov fails to move to back control.
Pavlov wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely. #T14#
Hozdic tries to hold on but Pavlov postures up.
Pavlov wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Pavlov wants to take his opponent's back but Hozdic doesn't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Pavlov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavlov takes the fight on points by 12 to 0.
Matvey Pavlov retains his super heavyweight title!
Matvey Pavlov 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:
Bots de Garra 50
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
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 52 wins and 29 losses; Joe Average! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 66 wins and 20 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Leandro Rodrigues and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Average sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Average wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Average slaps away a takedown attempt from Hozdic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Average keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Joe Average has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.
Hozdic fails with a takedown attempt.
Average tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hozdic manages to circle out of the way.#TD#
Average feints and as Hozdic raises his hands in defense, Average changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Average (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Average is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Average (2) vs (4) Hozdic
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic controlling from mount.
Average is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T1#
Average is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hozdic might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Average haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Average slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T2#
Average wants to control the action here but instead Hozdic manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Average (2) vs (7) Hozdic
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hozdic fails to move to back control.
Average tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
Average sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Average is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Hozdic wants to control but Average is keeping him busy.
Average is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hey Steves Fight Shack, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Average is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Average is defending well. #T4#
Hozdic prevents Average from improving his position.
Hozdic trying to control the pace.
Average is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard. #T5#
Average wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Average wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Average (2) vs (10) Hozdic
Average tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
Hozdic controlling from mount. #T6#
It looks like Hozdic 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.
Average tries to control the position but Hozdic now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Average (2) vs (13) Hozdic
Average wants to escape the position.
Average breaks Hozdic's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (4) vs (13) Hozdic
Average stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.
Average tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Average won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here.
Average is pushing down on Hozdic's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hozdic is fighting to maintain full guard but Average has managed to sneak the leg through.#T7#
Hozdic is not content to let Average control the position.
Hozdic is trying to get back to full guard.
Average trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Average sits in half guard.
Hozdic 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.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Average wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working. #T8#
Average frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Average (7) vs (13) Hozdic
Average is looking to work his way around to Hozdic's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB#
Average is working for a guillotine from mount but Hozdic frees his head quite easily.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Average postures up.#T9#
Hozdic is controlling an arm, preventing Average from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hozdic is squirming around, avoiding Average's attempts to control the action.
Hozdic bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (7) vs (15) Hozdic
Hozdic content to stall in guard here. #T10#
Average trying to control the position.
Average keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Average trying to control the position.
#T11#
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Average keeps moving.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Average is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Average is trying to hold Hozdic in close to prevent damage but Hozdic has managed to pass into half guard.
Average moves into full guard.
#T12#
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Average bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (9) vs (15) Hozdic
Average stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Average trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Average looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (9) vs (17) Hozdic
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Average is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Average has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Average's legs - danger averted.
Average keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Average 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.#T14#
Average is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Average looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Hozdic trying to control but Average is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 17 to 9.
A very excited looking Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 49
Date: Jun 04, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 10 losses; Jerry Curls! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 65 wins and 20 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Mauricio Rocha and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hozdic closes the distance and clinches up with Curls, looking for a takedown. Hozdic pushes Curls against the ropes but Curls circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Curls feinted with a counter takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hozdic is defended easily by Curls.
Jerry Curls has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.#TD2#
Hozdic gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Curls (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic wants to control but Curls is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curls is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Hozdic controlling the action here.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Curls has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Curls is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T2#
It looks like Hozdic 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.
Hozdic wants to free his trapped foot but Curls is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hozdic not doing much here.
#T3#
Curls keeping control of the position.
Hozdic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Curls is defending well.
Curls trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
#T4#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hozdic in particular looking to stall.
Curls wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic is thwarting Curls's attempts to control the position.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Curls is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T5#
Curls controlling the position well.
Hozdic wants to take a breather but Curls is having none of it.
Hozdic controlling the pace. #T6#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Curls is positioning himself well to prevent Hozdic advancing to mount.
Hozdic is looking to advance position but Curls won't allow it.
Curls has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.#T7#
Curls is in trouble now - Hozdic has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Curls (0) vs (5) Hozdic
Curls tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Curls is looking to escape. #T8#
Hozdic moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Curls (0) vs (8) Hozdic
Hozdic has good solid back control here.
Curls might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T9#
Curls looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Will Hozdic go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hozdic biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T10#
Curls tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hozdic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Curls is looking to escape.
Curls can't escape the position.
#T11#
Curls is working hard here to advance position.
Curls has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Curls (0) vs (11) Hozdic
Curls rolls, trying to escape but Hozdic keeps control of the position.
Hozdic trying to control.
Hozdic has the hooks in. Curls is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T12#
Curls trying to control the hands but Hozdic won't let him.
Hozdic trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hozdic might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Curls haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T13#
Curls is in bad spot here.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Curls's back but Curls is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Curls. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Curls (2) vs (11) Hozdic
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Curls is one step ahead there.
Curls trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Curls controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 11 to 2.
Our winner, Dragan Hozdic, 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:
Bots de Garra 48
Date: Jun 03, 2023 |
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 64 wins and 20 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 12 losses; Ivan Kamenev!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Luis Engracia and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kamenev enables Hozdic to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kamenev manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Kamenev
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.
Kamenev is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Kamenev looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kamenev is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Hozdic trying to control but Kamenev is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is pushing down on Kamenev's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kamenev is fighting to maintain full guard but Hozdic has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kamenev wants to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.#T2#
Kamenev wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3##SUB#
Hozdic wants to work for an arm triangle but Kamenev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Kamenev is defending the position. #T4#
Kamenev trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic content to control rather than advance. #T5#
Hozdic wants to control but Kamenev is keeping him busy.
Hozdic not doing much here.
Kamenev wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.#T6#
Kamenev is holding on to half guard well.
Hozdic is thwarting Kamenev's attempts to control the position.
Hozdic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kamenev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hozdic moves into full mount! Kamenev won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Kamenev
Kamenev is squirming around, avoiding Hozdic's attempts to control the action. #T7##SUB#
Hozdic is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Kamenev has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Kamenev! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Kamenev
Kamenev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kamenev trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hozdic manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (7) vs (2) Kamenev
Kamenev looking for a sweep. Not yet Kamenev, not yet. #T8#
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Kamenev is keeping the position.
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Kamenev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hozdic forces his way into half guard.#T9#
Kamenev has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Kamenev is trying to control but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (10) vs (2) Kamenev
Kamenev has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Kamenev is looking to get to half guard.
Hozdic controlling from the full mount. #T10#
Kamenev is trying desperately to improve position.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Hozdic wants to control but instead Kamenev manages to regain half guard. #T11#
Hozdic slows the pace down in half guard.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Kamenev is working from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hozdic in particular looking to stall.#T12#
Hozdic trying to advance position but Kamenev counters by regaining guard.
Hozdic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kamenev 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.#T13#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kamenev is trying to hold Hozdic in close to prevent damage but Hozdic has managed to pass into half guard.
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Kamenev defends it. #T14#
Kamenev tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hozdic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hozdic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kamenev knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 47
Date: Jun 02, 2023 |
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 63 wins and 20 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Kastav Kvinchal!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Paulo Santos and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hozdic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Kvinchal
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kvinchal has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Hozdic is controlling the pace.
Kvinchal wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Kvinchal
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kvinchal 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.
Hozdic staying calm.
Kvinchal wants to control but Hozdic postures up.#T1#
Kvinchal is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hozdic is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kvinchal is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kvinchal is trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Kvinchal is working from the bottom.
Kvinchal tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Kvinchal is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hozdic off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (5) vs (4) Kvinchal#SUB2#
Kvinchal working for a choke but Hozdic is defending well.
Kvinchal wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Hozdic wants to control his opponent's hands but Kvinchal gets his hands free.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Kvinchal goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Hozdic escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (7) vs (4) Kvinchal
Kvinchal trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (10) vs (4) Kvinchal#T3#
Hozdic is trying to take his opponent's back.
Hozdic controlling from the full mount.
Kvinchal is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kvinchal regains half guard.
Kvinchal trying to control here.
#SUB#
Hozdic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Kvinchal is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kvinchal trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (13) vs (4) Kvinchal
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (16) vs (4) Kvinchal#T5#
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hozdic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kvinchal for as long as he can get away with.
Kvinchal is trying to break free.
Kvinchal keeps trying to improve his position.#T6#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB#
Hozdic has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Kvinchal wants to escape the position.
Kvinchal is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Hozdic off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kvinchal.
Kvinchal can't escape the position.
Good control from Hozdic.
Hozdic not allowing Kvinchal to control his hands. #T7#
Kvinchal can't escape the position.
Kvinchal is still trying to improve position.
Kvinchal trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Kvinchal tries to escape the position.
Hozdic is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T8#
Hozdic'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.
Kvinchal staying busy and making it hard for Hozdic to control.
Kvinchal rolls, trying to escape but Hozdic keeps control of the position.
Hozdic biding his time, looking for the opening.
Kvinchal tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Hozdic slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Kvinchal trying to control the position but Hozdic manages to sink in the hooks.
Hozdic controls the action.
Kvinchal just trying to survive but Hozdic is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic keeps control of the position easily here as Kvinchal tries to buck him off.
Kvinchal tries to break free.
#T10#
Hozdic trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Kvinchal doesn't escape.
Kvinchal tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Hozdic is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kvinchal is defending well though. Hozdic let's go of the attempt for now.
Hozdic biding his time, controlling Kvinchal. #T11#
Hozdic has the hooks in. Kvinchal is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB#
Kvinchal showing good submission defense here.
Hozdic tries to keep control of the position but Kvinchal is staying busy.#T12##SUB#
Hozdic is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kvinchal has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Kvinchal is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kvinchal is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kvinchal is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kvinchal is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hozdic.
#T13#
Hozdic avoiding Kvinchal 's attempts to control his hands.
Hozdic controlling well, preventing Kvinchal from escaping the position.
Kvinchal just trying to survive but Hozdic is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Kvinchal rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Kvinchal wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
#T14#
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Kvinchal trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic passes into side control, despite Kvinchal's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (19) vs (4) Kvinchal
Kvinchal is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hozdic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is thwarting Kvinchal's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 19 to 4.
A very excited looking Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 44
Date: May 30, 2023 |
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 63 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Jerry Curls!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Leandro Rodrigues and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic looks for a takedown but Curls sprawls well.
Hozdic shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Curls pinned against the ropes. Curls gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hozdic with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Curls counters with a nice double leg into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Curls
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. That's going to take a lot out of him.#SUB#
Hozdic looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Curls passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Curls
Curls wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curls advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hozdic (0) vs (7) Curls#T1#
Hozdic is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hozdic just holding on.
Hozdic regains half guard.
Hozdic manages to get to full guard.
Hozdic pulls Curls in to control the position. #T2#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Curls from controlling successfully.
Curls looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hozdic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
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.#T3#
Curls trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic pulls Curls in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Curls trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Curls is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Curls from controlling successfully.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Curls controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Curls controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Curls tries to pass.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic controlling the position.#T6#
Curls won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here.
Hozdic trying to keep a closed guard but Curls is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Curls from controlling successfully.
Curls might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hozdic is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T7#
Hozdic is working hard here to advance position.
Curls passes Hozdic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Curls is keen to just control but Hozdic is a slippery customer.#T8#
Hozdic tries to roll over but Curls keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Curls is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Curls has control of the leg.
Curls not doing much here.
#T9#
Hozdic trying to hold on to Curls's head to control him but Curls postures up.
Curls wants to take a breather but Hozdic is having none of it.
Curls prevents Hozdic from improving his position.#T10#
Hozdic wants to control but Curls is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Curls is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Curls trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well. #T11#
Hozdic trying to hold on to Curls's head to control him but Curls postures up.
Hozdic is looking to improve his position.
Curls controlling the action here.
Hozdic trying to hold on to Curls's head to control him but Curls postures up.
#T12#
Hozdic controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard but Curls has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (10) Curls
Curls is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hozdic will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T13#
Curls has control of an arm but Hozdic manages to advance to Curls's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (4) vs (10) Curls
Hozdic has good solid back control here.
Curls tries to escape the position.
Hozdic wants to control but Curls is keeping busy.#T14#
Curls trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hozdic trying to control momentarily.
Curls turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (12) Curls
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Curls wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is controlling Curls's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Curls wins on points by 12 to 4.
Jerry Curls is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Jerry Curls 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:
Bots de Garra 42
Date: May 29, 2023 |
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 62 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 29 losses; Bazar Al Jhit!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Paulo Santos and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hozdic closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Al Jhit's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Al Jhit
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Al Jhit is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Al Jhit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.
Al Jhit trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic trying to control but Al Jhit is working from the bottom.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Al Jhit is retaining full guard.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Al Jhit looking for a sweep. Not yet Al Jhit, not yet. #SUB2#
Al Jhit has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hozdic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Al Jhit is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T2#
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic is fighting to break Al Jhit's control of his arms but Al Jhit is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Al Jhit pulls Hozdic in to control the position. #T3#
Al Jhit is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Al Jhit 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.
Hozdic slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Al Jhit
Al Jhit gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Al Jhit is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Al Jhit wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Al Jhit keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic not doing much here.
Al Jhit wants to control the action here but instead Hozdic manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Al Jhit#T5#
Al Jhit is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic trying to control but Al Jhit is having none of it.
Al Jhit is looking to improve his position but Hozdic isn't that keen on the idea.
Hozdic manages to capitalize on a mistake by Al Jhit to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Al Jhit
Al Jhit is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Hozdic off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Hozdic has good solid back control here. #T6#
A lull in the action here.
Hozdic has good solid back control here.
Hozdic tries to get the hooks in deep but Al Jhit pushed the leg off.
Al Jhit is trying to break free.
#T7#
Hozdic controlling the position well here. Al Jhit rolled but Hozdic kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Al Jhit wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
Al Jhit tries to break free.
Hozdic wants to control but Al Jhit is keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Al Jhit's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Al Jhit trying to control the hands but Hozdic won't let him.
What can Al Jhit do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T8#
Al Jhit breaks Hozdic's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (11) vs (2) Al Jhit
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Al Jhit from controlling successfully.
Al Jhit pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Hozdic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T9#
Al Jhit postures up.
Al Jhit preventing the sweep.
Hozdic pulls Al Jhit in close to his closed guard and prevents Al Jhit from doing any damage or advancing position.
Al Jhit wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Al Jhit sitting in guard here, content to control. #T10#
Al Jhit being controlled here momentarily.
Al Jhit wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Al Jhit wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
My spies in Undisputed inform me that Al Jhit has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Al Jhit looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (13) vs (2) Al Jhit#T11#
Al Jhit keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Al Jhit controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hozdic postures up.
Al Jhit wants to sweep but no luck.
Al Jhit wants to control the position but Hozdic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T12#
Al Jhit gets full guard.
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Al Jhit can't keep his opponent in guard - Hozdic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Al Jhit is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.
Al Jhit is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Al Jhit is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hozdic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hozdic's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (13) vs (6) Al Jhit
Hozdic staying busy and making it hard for Al Jhit to control. #T13##SUB2#
Al Jhit is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hozdic has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Al Jhit is looking for a choke. Hozdic gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Hozdic manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (15) vs (6) Al Jhit
Hozdic works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T14#
Hozdic is just content to waste time from the top position. Al Jhit takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Al Jhit looking to control but Hozdic passes into half guard.
Al Jhit is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Al Jhit is defending the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 15 to 6.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 41
Date: May 28, 2023 |
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 61 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 9 losses; Ivan Kamenev!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Leandro Rodrigues and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hozdic drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hozdic (4) vs (0) Kamenev
Kamenev is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic working away.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Kamenev is working from the bottom.
Kamenev is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Kamenev sneaks back into half guard.
Kamenev is controlling Hozdic's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kamenev wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
#T2#
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Kamenev is defending well.
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Kamenev is defending the position.
Kamenev has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T3#
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kamenev is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic is trying to control the action in half guard but Kamenev is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hozdic not doing much here.
#T4#
Kamenev wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kamenev is trying to control but can't.
Hozdic working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Kamenev's thigh. Kamenev counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Kamenev keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #T5#
Kamenev is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Kamenev keeps moving.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T6#
Kamenev manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (2) Kamenev
Hozdic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (2) Kamenev
Kamenev keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
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.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard. #T7#
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Kamenev is keeping the position.
Kamenev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kamenev wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hozdic preventing the sweep. #T8#
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kamenev is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kamenev wants to control but Hozdic passes easily into half guard.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic is controlling the pace.
#T9#
Kamenev trying to control here.
Kamenev might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but Kamenev defending well.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T10#
Kamenev is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T11#
Hozdic wants to control but Kamenev is keeping him busy.
Hozdic stalling.
Kamenev is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T12#
Kamenev is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kamenev avoid being mounted?
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kamenev wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hozdic is controlling the pace.
#T13#
Kamenev is trying to control but can't.
Hozdic is controlling the pace.
Kamenev tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg. #T14#
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Kamenev is defending well.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kamenev is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 6 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Dragan Hozdic, 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:
Bots de Garra 40
Date: May 27, 2023 |
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 60 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 98 wins and 51 losses; Matvey Pavlov!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Edson Gomes and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hozdic fails with a takedown attempt.
And Pavlov tries to counter it with a takedown but Hozdic pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Pavlov gets caught napping as Hozdic dives in and scores a takedown. Pavlov manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Pavlov
Hozdic won't allow Pavlov to sweep him here.
Pavlov seems keen to control Hozdic's posture.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Pavlov seems keen to control Hozdic's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Pavlov is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T1#
Hozdic trying to control but Pavlov is working from the bottom.
Pavlov looking to control.
Pavlov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Pavlov keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
Pavlov pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Pavlov is keeping the position.
Pavlov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Pavlov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pavlov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T3#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Pavlov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hozdic stacks Pavlov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Pavlov
Pavlov tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hozdic taking a breather here.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep.
Pavlov is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Pavlov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic controlling the position.
Pavlov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Pavlov is working away.
Pavlov is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Pavlov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hozdic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Pavlov trying to control here.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Pavlov is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is thwarting Pavlov's attempts to control the position.#T6#
Pavlov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pavlov.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pavlov is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Pavlov keeps moving.
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic won't allow Pavlov to sweep him here.
Pavlov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T7#
Pavlov looking for a sweep. Not yet Pavlov, not yet.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic slips nicely into half guard.
Pavlov gets back to full guard.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pavlov pulls Hozdic in close to his closed guard and prevents Hozdic from doing any damage or advancing position.
Pavlov keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Pavlov is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up. #T8#
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Pavlov is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Pavlov keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Pavlov working a defensive guard here.
Pavlov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Pavlov
Hozdic is positioning himself well to prevent Pavlov advancing to mount.
Pavlov trying to control from Hozdic's half guard. Hozdic has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Pavlov tries to pass. #T9#
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pavlov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Pavlov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hozdic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hozdic controlling the position.#T10#
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Pavlov wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet.
Pavlov looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully. #T11#
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Pavlov postures up.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully.
Pavlov looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (7) vs (2) Pavlov
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pavlov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (7) vs (4) Pavlov
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pavlov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Hozdic has control of Pavlov's left arm, preventing Pavlov from doing any damage.
Pavlov looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (9) vs (4) Pavlov
Pavlov is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T13#
Hozdic forces his way into half guard.
Hozdic moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (12) vs (4) Pavlov#SUB#
Hozdic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pavlov wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep.
Pavlov is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep.#T14#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Pavlov struggling a bit here.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Pavlov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Pavlov is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pavlov is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 12 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 39
Date: May 26, 2023 |
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 59 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 27 losses; Joe Average!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Seu Braga and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Average closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Average has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hozdic is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Average gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hozdic.
#TD2#
Average gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Average
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Average tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Average drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hozdic dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Average
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Average not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Average seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Our spies down at at Hey Steves Fight Shack inform us that Average has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T1#
Average trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Average has his foot on Hozdic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hozdic works his way back into a safe position though.
Average being controlled here, momentarily.
Average trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Average is keeping the position.
Average looking for a sweep. Not yet Average, not yet. #T2#
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Average is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Average can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.#T3#
Hozdic is pushing down on Average's leg trying to pass to half guard. Average is fighting to maintain full guard but Hozdic has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Average is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Hozdic content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Hozdic prevents Average from improving his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hozdic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Average for as long as he can get away with.
Average is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Average is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Average is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hozdic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Average keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Average trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
#T6#
Average makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Average.
Average looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Average is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Average wants to control the position but Hozdic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Average manages to get to full guard.
Average controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
Average tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T8#
Average looking to control.
Average keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hozdic looking to sit in guard and control but Average gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Average
Average wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T9#
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Average is one step ahead there.
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Average preventing the sweep.
Average looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (4) Average#SUB2#
Average looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hozdic has picked Average up and slammed him! Average can't keep hold of the triangle and Hozdic manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (4) Average#T10#
Hozdic trying to control the position but Average is working away.
Average is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Average is working away.
Average is looking to reverse the position.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Average keeps working.
Average tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Average keeps working. #T11#
Average is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Average keeps working.
Hozdic working away.
Average is letting Hozdic control him for a moment.
Average is looking for a sweep.#T12#
Average is letting Hozdic control him for a moment.
Average tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Average is working away.
Average struggling a bit here.#T13#
Average is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Average is working away.
Average is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hozdic off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (7) vs (8) Average
A lull in the action here.
#SUB2#
Average working for the choke. #T14##SUB2#
Average working for the choke.
Despite being in a bad position, Hozdic is controlling the hands, preventing any submission attempts.
Average has the hooks in. Hozdic is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic turns into Average and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (9) vs (8) Average
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Dragan Hozdic, 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:
Bots de Garra 38
Date: May 25, 2023 |
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 58 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 28 losses; Bazar Al Jhit!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Al Jhit sprawls well. Al Jhit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hozdic gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Al Jhit throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Hozdic was covering up waiting for the punch and Al Jhit finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Al Jhit
Hozdic is trying to keep Al Jhit in close.
Al Jhit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Jhit trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Al Jhit is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
My spies in Undisputed inform me that Al Jhit has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Al Jhit slips nicely into half guard.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Al Jhit is controlling well.
Al Jhit is trying to control the action in half guard but Hozdic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hozdic moves into full guard.
Al Jhit wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hozdic is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Al Jhit
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Al Jhit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hozdic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Al Jhit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hozdic defends well.
Hozdic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Hozdic'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.
Al Jhit is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Al Jhit might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Al Jhit is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic postures up.
#T4#
Hozdic sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Al Jhit looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hozdic passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Al Jhit
Al Jhit tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Al Jhit struggling a bit here.
Al Jhit is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
A lull in the action here as Hozdic stalls from top position.#T5#
Hozdic working away.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
Al Jhit tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Al Jhit's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Al Jhit is working from the bottom. #T6##SUB#
Hozdic is trying to get an arm triangle but Al Jhit is defending well.
Al Jhit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic wants to control but Al Jhit is keeping him busy.
Al Jhit trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.
Al Jhit is trying to get back to half guard.#T7#
Hozdic is staying tight to Al Jhit's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Al Jhit is looking to reverse the position.
Al Jhit keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Al Jhit keeps working.
Al Jhit tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T8#
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
Hozdic wants to control but Al Jhit is keeping him busy.
Hozdic is really struggling to control Al Jhit but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic controls the position. #T9#
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Al Jhit is working from the bottom.
Al Jhit regains half guard.
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Al Jhit regains full guard. Nicely done.
Al Jhit is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T10#
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Al Jhit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Al Jhit trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic trying to control but Al Jhit is working from the bottom. #T11##SUB2#
Al Jhit isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hozdic stacks Al Jhit on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (2) Al Jhit
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.
Al Jhit gets back to half guard.
Hozdic stalling.
Hozdic prevents Al Jhit from improving his position.#T12#
Al Jhit is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard.
Al Jhit wants to get back to full guard.
Al Jhit wants to sweep but Hozdic has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (2) Al Jhit
Al Jhit is being controlled here.
Al Jhit can't do much from the bottom here. #T13#
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Al Jhit keeps working.
Al Jhit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
Al Jhit is trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Al Jhit keeps working. #T14#
You can see the frustration on Al Jhit's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Al Jhit keeps working.
Al Jhit tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Jhit struggling a bit here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 37
Date: May 24, 2023 |
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 57 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 71 wins and 38 losses; Kurt Diesel!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Daniel Cesar and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hozdic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Diesel is trying to defend but Hozdic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Diesel
Diesel is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hozdic jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Diesel
Hozdic trying to control the position but Diesel is working away.
Diesel wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diesel is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Diesel is working from the bottom. #T1#
Diesel being controlled for a moment.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diesel keeps working.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T2#
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Diesel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diesel is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Diesel keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Hozdic trying to control the action but Diesel is working from the bottom.
Diesel gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hozdic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Diesel! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Diesel
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Diesel is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T4#
Hozdic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Diesel is looking to escape.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic is looking to take Diesel's back but instead Diesel gets back to half guard. Nice work.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T5#
Hozdic wants to control but Diesel is keeping him busy.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hozdic is looking to advance position but Diesel won't allow it. #T6#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hozdic is keen to just control but Diesel is a slippery customer.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic is thwarting Diesel's attempts to control the position.
Diesel wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
#T7#
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Diesel is defending well.
Diesel is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Diesel
Diesel is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Diesel is just holding on here. Hozdic manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (14) vs (0) Diesel
Hozdic wants to control but Diesel is keeping busy.
Diesel tries to break free.
Diesel looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
A lull in the action here.
#T9#
Diesel tries to break free.
Diesel is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hozdic.
Diesel rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hozdic wants to take a breather but Diesel is having none of it. #T10#
Diesel trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Diesel is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Hozdic is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Diesel is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Diesel defends it.
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T11#
Diesel is staying active underneath Hozdic, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Hozdic is looking for a kimura but Diesel is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hozdic to get the leverage.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hozdic in particular looking to stall.
Hozdic is trying to control. Diesel wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T12#
Hozdic tries to pass to full mount but Diesel defends it.
Hozdic is trying to control. Diesel wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Diesel trying to control here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hozdic wants to control but Diesel is keeping him busy. #T13#
Diesel manages to get to full guard.
Diesel is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hozdic 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. #T14#
Diesel is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#SUB2#
Diesel working for submissions but it's allowed Hozdic to get to half guard.
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 14 to 0.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Dragan Hozdic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 36
Date: May 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 27 losses; Bazar Al Jhit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hozdic 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: Al Jhit (0) vs (4) Hozdic
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Al Jhit wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic taking a breather here.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Al Jhit is working from the bottom.
Al Jhit has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Jhit is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it. #T1#
Hozdic is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Al Jhit is looking to reverse the position.
Al Jhit is trying to escape the position but Hozdic is controlling the position.
Al Jhit regains half guard.
Hozdic prevents Al Jhit from improving his position.
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Al Jhit is defending the position. #T2#
Al Jhit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Al Jhit preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Al Jhit wants to sweep but Hozdic has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (0) vs (7) Hozdic#T3#
Hozdic controls the position.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Al Jhit can't do much from the bottom here.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Al Jhit keeps working.
Al Jhit tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Al Jhit is working hard here to advance position.
Al Jhit manages to get back to half guard.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hozdic prevents Al Jhit from improving his position.
Hozdic wants to control but Al Jhit is keeping him busy.
Al Jhit wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hozdic controlling the pace. #T5#
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Al Jhit wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Al Jhit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T6#
Al Jhit wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Hozdic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Al Jhit sees it coming and defends easily.
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T7#
Al Jhit trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic wants to take a breather but Al Jhit is having none of it.
Hozdic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Al Jhit is looking to improve his position.
#T8#
Al Jhit wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hozdic prevents Al Jhit from improving his position.
Al Jhit is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Al Jhit avoid being mounted?
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Al Jhit tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.#T9#
Hozdic is taking a breather. Al Jhit 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.
Al Jhit tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Hozdic is keen to just control but Al Jhit is a slippery customer.#T10#
Al Jhit slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Al Jhit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hozdic defends it easily.
Hozdic 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.
Al Jhit is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic trying to control but Al Jhit is working from the bottom. #T11#
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Al Jhit lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (2) vs (7) Hozdic
Al Jhit trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Al Jhit won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here. #T12#
Al Jhit slips nicely into half guard.
Hozdic 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.
Al Jhit wants to advance to full mount but Hozdic doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #SUB#
Al Jhit drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hozdic dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (2) vs (9) Hozdic
Well,Al Jhit is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Al Jhit is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Al Jhit swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
Al Jhit is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Al Jhit is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hozdic is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Al Jhit looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hozdic passes into half guard.
Hozdic tries to pass to full mount but Al Jhit defends it. #T14#
Al Jhit trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic wants to free his trapped foot but Al Jhit is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Al Jhit wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Al Jhit might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
It looks like Hozdic 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 9 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic is the new super heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Dragan Hozdic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 35
Date: May 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 70 wins and 37 losses; Kurt Diesel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Diesel leaves Hozdic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Diesel feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Diesel (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Diesel manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
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.#SUB#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Diesel has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Diesel's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diesel manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (4) vs (2) Hozdic
Diesel won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here. #T1#
Hozdic trying to control the position here.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Diesel wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
Diesel passes Hozdic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Diesel passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (7) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Diesel goes for an armbar but Hozdic turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Hozdic. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (7) vs (4) Hozdic#T3#
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Diesel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diesel swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Diesel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Diesel is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic stays in close to Diesel's body and controls the position.
Hozdic postures up.
#T5#
Diesel keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Hozdic passes into half guard.
Hozdic is keen to just control but Diesel is a slippery customer.#T6#
Hozdic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Diesel is trying to control but can't.
Diesel is staying active underneath Hozdic, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Diesel looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hozdic controlling the action here.#T7#
Hozdic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Hozdic.
Hozdic is keen to just control but Diesel is a slippery customer.#T8#
Hozdic is taking a breather. Diesel 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.
Hozdic uses his free foot to push down on Diesel's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Diesel. Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (7) vs (7) Hozdic
Hozdic controlling from the full mount.
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T9#
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Diesel is looking to get to half guard.
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T10#
Diesel is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Diesel is squirming around, avoiding Hozdic's attempts to control the action.
Diesel is controlling an arm, preventing Hozdic from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hozdic controlling from mount. #T11#
Diesel tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Diesel keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Hozdic fails to take his opponent's back.
Diesel regains half guard.
Diesel wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (7) vs (10) Hozdic
Hozdic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Diesel is looking to escape. #T13#
Diesel is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Diesel bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (9) vs (10) Hozdic
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Diesel from controlling successfully.
Hozdic controls Diesel momentarily but Diesel frees himself. #T14#
Hozdic pulls Diesel in close to prevent any damage.
Hozdic is continuing to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diesel wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 10 to 9.
After winning the bout, Dragan Hozdic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 34
Date: May 21, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Kamenev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 54 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Luis Engracia and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Kamenev rushes Hozdic and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Kamenev is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Hozdic gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hozdic is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Kamenev wants the takedown. Hozdic is fighting it off but Kamenev persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Hozdic's guard against the ropes. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kamenev (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Kamenev trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hozdic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kamenev defends well.
Kamenev wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB#
Kamenev drops back looking for a leg! Hozdic is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hozdic manages to kick Kamenev off! Kamenev jumps back into Hozdic's guard.
Kamenev looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hozdic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kamenev gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kamenev wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Hozdic is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Hozdic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kamenev trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Hozdic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kamenev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Hozdic is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kamenev is aware though and is defending well.
Kamenev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hozdic pushes a forearm under Kamenev's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kamenev is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dragan Hozdic!
Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 33
Date: May 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 21 losses; Darragh Fiachna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 19 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Paulo Santos and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Hozdic scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Fiachna (0) vs (4) Hozdic#SUB2#
Hozdic is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fiachna has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Hozdic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've been hearing good reports from Fiachna's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Hozdic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fiachna knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Fiachna is trying to get back to half guard.
Fiachna is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hozdic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Fiachna is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Hozdic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Fiachna tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position. #T1##SUB2#
Hozdic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Hozdic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Fiachna sneaks back into half guard.
Fiachna moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Hozdic drops back looking for a leg! Fiachna is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Fiachna manages to kick Hozdic off! Hozdic jumps back into Fiachna's guard. #SUB2#
Hozdic thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
My spies in Gumburcules Gym inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Fiachna looking for a sweep. Not yet Fiachna, not yet.
Hozdic is pushing down on Fiachna's leg trying to pass to half guard. Fiachna is fighting to maintain full guard but Hozdic has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2##SUB2#
Hozdic 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! Fiachna is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dragan Hozdic!
A very excited looking Dragan Hozdic 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:
Bots de Garra 32
Date: May 19, 2023 |
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 53 wins and 18 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 27 losses; Bazar Al Jhit!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Al Jhit shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hozdic manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Al Jhit
Al Jhit trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hozdic looking for subs off his back but Al Jhit has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Al Jhit moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Hozdic. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Al Jhit
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Al Jhit controlling from side mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic is not content to let Al Jhit control the position.
Al Jhit is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T1#
Hozdic sneaks back into half guard.
Hozdic is staying active underneath Al Jhit, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Hozdic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Hozdic actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Al Jhit is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Al Jhit moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Hozdic. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (8) Al Jhit
Hozdic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Al Jhit wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hozdic is not content to let Al Jhit control the position.
Hozdic manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (8) Al Jhit#SUB2#
Al Jhit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Hozdic seems to be working for a kimura but Al Jhit defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Hozdic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Al Jhit is just riding it out for now. Hozdic eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Al Jhit trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
#SUB#
Hozdic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Hozdic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Al Jhit makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Al Jhit.#SUB#
Hozdic has gone for a leg lock! Al Jhit slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (10) Al Jhit
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet. #T4##SUB#
Hozdic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Al Jhit avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Hozdic is looking for a triangle but Al Jhit pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Hozdic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Al Jhit defends it easily.
Al Jhit looking to pass the guard.
Al Jhit wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Al Jhit stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position. #T5##SUB#
Al Jhit got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hozdic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Al Jhit has managed to get both his arms back between Hozdic's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Hozdic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Al Jhit can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Al Jhit from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hozdic isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Al Jhit stacks Hozdic on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Al Jhit! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (13) Al Jhit
Hozdic is looking to regain half guard here but Al Jhit keeps moving and retains side control.
Al Jhit taking a breather here.
Hozdic tries to bench press Al Jhit off him but Al Jhit keeps the position. #T6#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Al Jhit working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hozdic is not content to let Al Jhit control the position.
Al Jhit slows the pace down.
Hozdic is trying to work for a sweep but Al Jhit has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hozdic (2) vs (15) Al Jhit
Hozdic is in all sorts of trouble here.
My spies in Undisputed inform me that Al Jhit has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T7#
Hozdic sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Al Jhit is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Al Jhit avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Al Jhit trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Al Jhit forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Hozdic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Al Jhit pulls his head out easily.
Al Jhit wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working. #SUB#
Hozdic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Al Jhit has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (18) Al Jhit#T8##SUB2#
Al Jhit working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Hozdic looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Al Jhit! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bazar Al Jhit!
An out of breath Bazar Al Jhit 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:
Bots de Garra 31
Date: May 18, 2023 |
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 52 wins and 18 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 11 losses; Jack Lynn!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Felipe Paraventi and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Lynn gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Lynn
Hozdic advances to half guard.
Lynn is pressing down on Hozdic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Hozdic thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Lynn is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Hozdic drops back looking for a leg! Lynn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lynn manages to kick Hozdic off! Hozdic jumps back into Lynn's guard. #SUB2#
Lynn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hozdic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hozdic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lynn wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hozdic drops back looking for a leg! Lynn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lynn manages to kick Hozdic off! Hozdic jumps back into Lynn's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lynn is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Lynn#SUB#
Hozdic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1#
Lynn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lynn forces his way into half guard.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Lynn is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Lynn seems to be working for a kimura but Hozdic defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Lynn is working for a submission of some sort.
Hozdic is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lynn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lynn's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (6) vs (2) Lynn#SUB#
Hozdic looking to break Lynn's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Lynn remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Hozdic will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Hozdic looking for the RNC.
Lynn tries to break free.
#SUB#
Lynn defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Hozdic's arms.
Lynn is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Hozdic off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Hozdic is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Lynn has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T2##SUB#
Hozdic is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Lynn knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Lynn for a finish. #SUB#
Hozdic looking to break Lynn's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Lynn remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Hozdic will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Lynn is in bad spot here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Hozdic working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Lynn is doing well to defend. Hozdic seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Lynn is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dragan Hozdic!
An out of breath Dragan Hozdic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 9 losses; Tyron Scott! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 17 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Scott is trying to defend but Hozdic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Scott (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic is pressing down on Scott's thigh, looking to free his foot. Scott is holding on for now. #SUB#
Scott looking for submissions off his back.
We've been hearing good reports from Scott's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Scott wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott is working hard here to advance position.
Scott trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
#T1#
Scott is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Scott looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Scott is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Scott is concentrating on defense, preventing Hozdic from advancing position.
Scott is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic wants to take a breather but Scott is having none of it.
Scott is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scott avoid being mounted?
Scott is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hozdic is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
Scott won't allow Hozdic to pass to mount.
Hozdic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Scott! Score +3 for passing guard: Scott (0) vs (5) Hozdic
Hozdic avoids the attempt from Scott to control.
Hozdic looking to control but Scott is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Scott keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hozdic moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Scott (0) vs (8) Hozdic#T3#
Hozdic is riding his opponent, not letting Scott buck him off.
Scott rolls, trying to escape but Hozdic keeps control of the position.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY BJJ inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hozdic has good solid back control here.
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Scott manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scott (2) vs (8) Hozdic
Hozdic controls Scott momentarily but Scott frees himself.
Scott passes Hozdic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hozdic is looking to control Scott's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hozdic avoid being mounted?#T4#
Hozdic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Scott trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scott pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Scott looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scott (2) vs (10) Hozdic
Scott looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T5##SUB#
Scott working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hozdic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Scott is tightening it up a little... Hozdic has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Hozdic reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Hozdic taps out! Nice BJJ there by Scott!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tyron Scott!
During a confident post fight interview, Tyron Scott thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 3
Date: Apr 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Tan Zan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 17 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Emerson Jorge and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zan's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zan (0) vs (2) Hozdic#SUB2#
Hozdic 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. #SUB2#
Hozdic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hozdic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Hozdic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hozdic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hozdic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Zan's guard. #SUB2#
Hozdic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zan sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Hozdic 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#
Zan actively working from the bottom here.
Zan is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Hozdic is trying to work for a kimura but Zan is defending well.
#SUB2#
Hozdic is trying to work for a kimura but Zan is defending well.
Zan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1##SUB2#
Hozdic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zan sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Hozdic is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Zan is defending against the submission attempts here by Hozdic.
#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hozdic is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Hozdic is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Hozdic 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.
#T2##SUB#
Zan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily.
My spies in HELLCADEMY BJJ inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Hozdic is trying for a kimura here. Zan looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Hozdic wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dragan Hozdic!
Dragan Hozdic thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 2
Date: Apr 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bull Mfer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 17 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Luis Engracia and Alexandre Firmino.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hozdic closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mfer quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mfer (0) vs (2) Hozdic
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Mfer actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Mfer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Hozdic has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Mfer defend it? Hozdic steps over the head and cranks it - Mfer is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Hozdic!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dragan Hozdic!
After winning the bout, Dragan Hozdic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 1
Date: Apr 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 17 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bruce White Jr!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Felipe Paraventi and Matheus Silva.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hozdic drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hozdic (4) vs (0) White Jr
White Jr gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Hozdic wants to work for an arm triangle but White Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Hozdic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, White Jr has managed to free his arm - good work.
White Jr tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.#SUB2#
White Jr looking for submissions off his back.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
White Jr is defending against the submission attempts here by Hozdic.
#SUB#
Hozdic is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hozdic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so White Jr is just riding it out for now. Hozdic eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
White Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB#
Hozdic 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.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
White Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hozdic has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (0) White Jr#SUB#
Hozdic wants to finish this one by submission but White Jr is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Hozdic.
White Jr is trying desperately to improve position.
White Jr is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2##SUB#
Hozdic is going oldschool here, as he tries to force White Jr to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so White Jr shrugs it off. #SUB#
Hozdic looking to secure an arm triangle but White Jr defends it well. #SUB#
Hozdic wants to finish this one by submission but White Jr is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Hozdic.
White Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Hozdic looking to secure an arm triangle but White Jr defends it well. #SUB#
Hozdic is going oldschool here, as he tries to force White Jr to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so White Jr shrugs it off.
Hozdic prevents White Jr from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Hozdic looking to secure an arm triangle but White Jr defends it well.
Hozdic prevents White Jr from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Hozdic looking to secure an arm triangle but White Jr defends it well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
White Jr can't escape the position.
#T3##SUB#
Hozdic working for a submission but White Jr is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Hozdic is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but White Jr is surviving well by controlling Hozdic's body position as best he can. #SUB#
Hozdic is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, White Jr has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Hozdic is working for a guillotine from mount but White Jr frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
Hozdic working for a guillotine from mount but White Jr is in no mood to give up. #SUB#
Hozdic is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, White Jr has managed to escape the submission attempt.
White Jr is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Hozdic working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. White Jr turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Hozdic off and cradles White Jr's limp body as Hozdic celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Dragan Hozdic!
Dragan Hozdic thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Bruce White Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back!'. |
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Event:
CWC 345
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 16 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Edson Gomes and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Rodriquez closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Hozdic trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
#T1#
Well, if Rodriquez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Hozdic wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Well, if Rodriquez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2#
Hozdic keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is looking to pass Hozdic's guard but actually Hozdic recovers to full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position. #T3#
Hozdic has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hozdic's guard.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hozdic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Rodriquez trying to mount his opponent but Hozdic defends it.
Rodriquez is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hozdic reverses the position - he's now on top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T5#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez is still trying to improve position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
Hozdic wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T6#
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez passes Hozdic's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard but Rodriquez has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez working away.
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but Hozdic denies him.
Hozdic wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.#T7##SUB2#
Rodriquez is trying to get an arm triangle but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic stops Rodriquez from passing to mount.
Rodriquez has knee on belly momentarily but Hozdic bucks him off and regains half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T8#
Rodriquez moves into full mount! Hozdic won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (10) Rodriquez
Hozdic tries to control Rodriquez's body but Rodriquez pushes him off. Hozdic squirms to his side and now Rodriquez has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (2) vs (13) Rodriquez
Hozdic looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Hozdic rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Hozdic tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Rodriquez seems to be working for a kimura but Hozdic defends the submission attempt.
Rodriquez trying to control the pace.
Rodriquez wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy. #T10#
Hozdic won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #T11#
Hozdic works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodriquez slips nicely into half guard.#T12#
Hozdic tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is defending well.
Rodriquez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (16) Rodriquez
Rodriquez takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (2) vs (19) Rodriquez#SUB2#
Rodriquez is persistently looking for the submission but Hozdic is defending it well.
#T13#
Hozdic wants to escape the position.
Hozdic trying to control but not successfully.
Rodriquez trying to control.#SUB2#
Hozdic has hold of Rodriquez's leg, trying to break free but it's let Rodriquez lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Hozdic is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Rodriquez throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez is the new heavyweight champion!
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Dragan Hozdic was interviewed post fight and said 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 341
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 16 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Zulu
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Zulu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet. #T1#
Hozdic controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself.
Zulu stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position.
Zulu trying to move into half guard but instead Hozdic has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Zulu
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Zulu has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Zulu pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Hozdic trying to move into half guard but instead Zulu has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Zulu
Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu postures up.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Hozdic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T5#
Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu postures up.
Hozdic wants to control the position but Zulu says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Zulu controlling the action here. #T6#
Zulu passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (7) Zulu
Hozdic struggling a bit here.
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Zulu slows the pace down. #T7#
Hozdic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zulu slows the pace down.
Zulu wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it. #T8#
Hozdic is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Zulu off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (6) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu 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.
Zulu manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Zulu.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (9) Zulu
Zulu is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (10) vs (9) Zulu
Zulu is looking to improve his position but Hozdic isn't that keen on the idea.
Zulu tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.#T9#
Hozdic fails to move to back control.
Zulu is trying to escape the mount.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Zulu is just holding on here. Hozdic manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (13) vs (9) Zulu#T10#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hozdic's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hozdic keeps control of the position easily here as Zulu tries to buck him off.
Hozdic has the hooks in. Zulu is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T11#
Zulu trying to control but not successfully.
What can Zulu do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Hozdic is not going to allow Zulu to sit and survive in this position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Zulu is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Zulu is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hozdic's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T13#
Hozdic not allowing Zulu to control his hands.
Zulu holding on to Hozdic's left wrist, preventing the choke.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Zulu.
Zulu turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (13) vs (11) Zulu#T14#
Zulu controlling from the top position.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu trying to move into half guard but instead Hozdic has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (15) vs (11) Zulu
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 15 to 11.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Dragan Hozdic made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CWC 337
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 16 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Richard Anderson!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Anderson has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Hozdic lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Anderson
Anderson wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Anderson with the active half guard here but Hozdic passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Anderson
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face as Hozdic controls the position.
Hozdic'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.#T1#
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Anderson is looking to reverse the position.
The referee asks Hozdic politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hozdic prefers to stall for the moment though.#T2#
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Anderson trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.
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.
Anderson is looking to reverse the position.
Hozdic staying calm.#T3#
Anderson is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic controls the position.
Anderson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face as Hozdic controls the position. #T4#
Further stalling from Hozdic.
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Anderson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T5#
A lull in the action here.
Anderson is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T6#
Anderson can't do much from the bottom here.
Anderson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T7#
Hozdic is thwarting Anderson's attempts to control the position.
Hozdic not doing much here.
Anderson tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Anderson trying to control here.
Hozdic passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Anderson#T8#
Hozdic trying to control the position but Anderson is working away.
Hozdic controlling the position from side mount.
Anderson is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Hozdic is staying tight to Anderson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Hozdic is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Anderson tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.#T10#
Hozdic in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Anderson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Anderson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T11#
You can see the frustration on Anderson's face as Hozdic controls the position.
Anderson is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson is looking for a sweep.#T12#
Hozdic laying and praying for a moment but Anderson takes advantage and regains half guard.
Anderson is trying to control but Hozdic passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Anderson
Hozdic controls the position from side control.#T13#
Anderson is trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
Anderson tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hozdic controls the position from side control.#T14#
Anderson is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson is trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Dragan Hozdic made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CWCFN 13
Date: Feb 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 16 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Hirohito Nitta and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Lavicci drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Hozdic has control of Lavicci's left arm, preventing Lavicci from doing any damage.
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci being controlled here momentarily.
Lavicci has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Lavicci is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Lavicci controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
Lavicci won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Lavicci looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic pulls Lavicci in to control the position.
Lavicci won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here. #T3#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Lavicci looking to improve position, pressing down on Hozdic's thigh with his hand. Hozdic seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Lavicci paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Lavicci's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Hozdic picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dragan Hozdic!
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 334
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 15 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Cecil Peabody and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Zulu gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Hozdic has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Zulu regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Zulu has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position.
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.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet. #T2#
Hozdic controlling from the top position.
Zulu pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu trying to control the position here.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T5#
Hozdic controlling from the top position.
Zulu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Zulu is taking a breather. Hozdic 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.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Hozdic has a hand on Zulu's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Zulu takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic prevents Zulu from taking his back.
Zulu prevents Hozdic from getting the reversal.#T7#
Hozdic tries to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Hozdic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hozdic wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape. #T8#
Hozdic holds of for dear life.
Hozdic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Zulu content just to control the position here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Zulu with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Zulu is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Hozdic is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (8) vs (2) Hozdic#T10#
Zulu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hozdic doesn't escape.
Hozdic tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Zulu.#T11#
Zulu continues to hold on tight.
Hozdic is wriggling around trying to escape.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Hozdic is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Hozdic regains half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zulu trying to control from half guard but Hozdic is working away. #T13#
Zulu content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T14#
Hozdic trying to control here.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Dragan Hozdic stepped up to the mic, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 333 - NEW YEAR RAGE
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 15 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; Scott Dolton!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Daniel Cesar and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Dolton stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Dolton closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Dolton
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dolton's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dolton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic has control of Dolton's left arm, preventing Dolton from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic continues to stall.
Hozdic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Dolton#T1#
Hozdic 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.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Dolton.
Dolton keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #SUB2#
Dolton has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hozdic is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dolton. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Dolton#T2#
Hozdic is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Dolton's shoulder. That is not cool.
Dolton is trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic working away.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T3#
Dolton tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Dolton is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Dolton being controlled for a moment. #T4#
Hozdic working away.
Dolton is trying to improve his position.
Dolton gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Hozdic seems to be looking for submissions.
#T5#
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dolton is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.
Hozdic works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (2) Dolton
Dolton is trying to escape the mount.
#T6#
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dolton can't escape the position.
Hozdic looking to control but Dolton is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dolton prevents Hozdic from taking his back.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount. #T7#
Dolton tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
Dolton wants to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Dolton is squirming around, avoiding Hozdic's attempts to control the action.
Dolton tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.#T8#
Dolton is controlling an arm, preventing Hozdic from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Dolton wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic content just to control the position here.
Dolton is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now. #T9#
Dolton really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hozdic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dolton is looking to escape.
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hozdic prevents Dolton from getting the reversal.#T10#
Dolton gets back to half guard.
Dolton trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (2) Dolton
Dolton is just holding on here. Hozdic manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (14) vs (2) Dolton#T11#
Dolton just trying to survive but Hozdic is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Dolton's back but Dolton is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Dolton. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (14) vs (4) Dolton
Dolton trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Dolton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dolton is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Hozdic trying to control the position here.
Hozdic 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.
Dolton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Dolton controlling him for the moment. #T13#
Dolton is fighting to break Hozdic's control of his arms but Hozdic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dolton won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here.
Dolton looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Hozdic working for submissions but it's allowed Dolton to get to half guard.
Dolton looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T14#
Hozdic is not content to let Dolton control the position.
Dolton looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic wants to control but Dolton is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Dragan Hozdic made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
Scott Dolton spoke after the fight, saying 'It is a joke? Let's start it over again.'. |
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Event:
CWC 332 - The Reboot
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 14 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Scott Hall!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Leandro Rodrigues and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hall as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Hall shoots in and gets a takedown into Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Hall
Hall's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hall looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic managing to control the position.
Hall stands and throws Hozdic's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Hall
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall is staying tight to Hozdic's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hall working away.#T1#
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hall wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hall content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hall's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hall is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hall working away.#T2#
Hozdic is being controlled here.
Hozdic tries to improve position but can't.
Hall wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hall controlling the position.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Hozdic is letting Hall control him for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
It looks like Hall 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
More stalling from Hall.
Hozdic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hall wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hall taking a breather here.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Hozdic is being controlled here.
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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.
Hall trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic is being controlled here.
Hozdic is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hall off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (4) vs (5) Hall
You can see the frustration on Hall's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T5#
Hall wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
I really don't envy Hall right now.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Hall manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (7) Hall
Hozdic is trying to keep Hall in close.
Hall must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hall sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T6#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Hall from controlling successfully.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Hall passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (4) vs (10) Hall
Hozdic gets back to half guard.
Hozdic has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hall is working away from the top position though.#T7#
Hall is controlling the pace.
Hall is continuing to stall.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Hall is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Hall keeps him under control.
Hall slows the pace down in half guard. #T8#
Hall wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is defending well.
Hall is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Still in half guard, Hall seems content to control.
Hall trying to control from half guard but Hozdic is working away. #T9#
Hall working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Hozdic's thigh. Hozdic counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Hall looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Hozdic working for a triangle but Hall defends it easily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hozdic holds on and takes a little breather.
Hall wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hall passes Hozdic's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T10#
Hall wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic is looking to improve his position.
Hall sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hall is trying to control the action in half guard but Hozdic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hozdic is controlling Hall's trapped leg to prevent Hall from advancing to side control.
Hall slows the pace down in half guard.
Hozdic is trying to maintain the position but Hall is very close to passing his half guard.#T11#
Hall is taking a breather. Hozdic says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The adventures of Hall the control monster continue. Boring.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hall in particular looking to stall.
Hall trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well. #T12#
Hozdic trying to control but Hall postures up.
Hall prevents Hozdic from improving his position.
Hall working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Hozdic's thigh. Hozdic counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Hall wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hall looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hall wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T13#
Hall trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hall controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hall stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hall slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
#T14#
Hozdic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hall's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (10) Hall
Hall 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.
Hall looking to control.
Hozdic won't allow Hall to sweep him here.
Hall is controlling Hozdic's posture.
Hall is looking to sweep but instead, Hozdic has passed into half guard.
Hall has a hand on Hozdic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hozdic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (9) vs (10) Hall
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hall wins on points by 10 to 9.
Scott Hall is the new heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Scott Hall thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Dragan Hozdic was interviewed post fight and said 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 330 - Trump vs Cruz
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 12 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 14 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hozdic. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (0) vs (4) Hozdic
Zulu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is staying tight to Zulu's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1#
Hozdic wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy.
Zulu's coaches at SSJ Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Zulu isn't going anywhere.
Hozdic takes a little break here. Zulu wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Hozdic working away.#T2#
Hozdic takes a little break here. Zulu wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Hozdic is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zulu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Zulu tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Zulu is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Zulu trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
Zulu can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
A lull in the action here.
Zulu is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Zulu gets back to half guard.#T5#
Hozdic is trying to control the action in half guard but Zulu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hozdic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic content to stall in guard here. #T6#
Hozdic postures up.
Zulu has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position. #T7#
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.
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.
Zulu looking to control.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T8#
Zulu has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu is controlling Hozdic's posture.#T9#
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #T10#
Zulu controlling Hozdic's posture.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T11#
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #T12#
Hozdic is looking to pass into half guard but Zulu pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Zulu is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (4) Hozdic
Hozdic managing to control the position.
Zulu 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.
Hozdic controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself. #T13#
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Hozdic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zulu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T14#
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Zulu postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 4 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion!
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 329
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 14 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 23 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Edson Gomes and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Silva Jr gets a double leg takedown into Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Silva Jr#SUB2#
Silva Jr has gone for a leg lock! Hozdic slips out almost immediately though and dives into Silva Jr's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Silva Jr#SUB2#
Hozdic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Silva Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1##SUB2#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Silva Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Silva Jr's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Silva Jr throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hozdic uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Silva Jr
Silva Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic controlling from side mount. #T2#
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silva Jr keeps working.
Silva Jr tries to improve position but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Hozdic staying calm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva Jr is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Silva Jr has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silva Jr keeps working.
Silva Jr tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Silva Jr regains half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hozdic in particular looking to stall.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but Silva Jr defending well. #T5#
Hozdic is taking a breather. Silva Jr 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.
Silva Jr wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Silva Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily.
Silva Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silva Jr tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hozdic has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (2) Silva Jr
Silva Jr sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T6#
Silva Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hozdic is controlling the pace.
#T7##SUB2#
Silva Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hozdic frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (2) Silva Jr
Silva Jr working to try and regain half guard.
#T8#
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Silva Jr is trying to escape the mount.
Silva Jr keeps trying to improve his position.#T9#
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Silva Jr slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Silva Jr wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
#T10#
Hozdic trying to advance position but Silva Jr counters by regaining guard.
Hozdic trying to control but Silva Jr is working from the bottom.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Silva Jr.#SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for a guillotine here but Hozdic defends easily.
Hozdic stands and throws Silva Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (14) vs (2) Silva Jr#T11#
Silva Jr is trying to escape the position but Hozdic is controlling the position.
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep.
Silva Jr gets back to half guard.
Hozdic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Silva Jr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T12#
Silva Jr wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Silva Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions off his back.
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions off his back.
Hozdic stalling. #T13#
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Silva Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T14#
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Silva Jr tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Silva Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva Jr moves into full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 14 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic very nearly forgot to thank HELLS BALLS RECOVERY amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
In defeat, Rich Silva Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 328 - Omoran vs Trump
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 14 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 20 losses; Jack Blood!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Josh West and Chris Saunders.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice sprawl there from Blood as Hozdic shoots in.#TD#
Hozdic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Blood
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Blood wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic stays in close to Blood's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Blood has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hozdic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Blood has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Blood's legs - danger averted.
Blood has control of Hozdic's left arm, preventing Hozdic from doing any damage.
Blood trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Blood is pulling down on Hozdic's head to control his posture. #T2#
Blood is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Blood controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
Hozdic won't allow Blood to sweep him here.
Blood is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Blood might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Blood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blood looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Blood is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Hozdic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T4#
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T5#
Blood looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Blood has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Blood is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blood is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T6#
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Blood not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Blood.
Blood is adopting a defensive guard.
Blood not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T7#
Hozdic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Blood's guard.
Blood slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Blood has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hozdic has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Blood
Blood is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it. #T8#
Blood tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Blood 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.
A lull in the action here.
What's Blood going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#T9#
Blood is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
Hozdic wants to control for a moment but Blood uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #T10#
Blood trying to control here.
Blood wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Blood moves into full guard.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Blood keeps moving. #T11#
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Blood is keeping the position.
Blood trying to control the position.
Blood can't keep his opponent in guard - Hozdic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Blood slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Blood keeps moving. #T12#
Blood has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Blood looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hozdic has picked Blood up and slammed him! Blood can't keep hold of the triangle and Hozdic manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Blood#T13#
Blood is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Blood is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks Hozdic politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hozdic prefers to stall for the moment though.
Blood is trying to improve his position.
Blood trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.#T14#
Blood is trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blood is being controlled here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 327- Silva Jr vs Zulu
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 13 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 18 losses; Reijo Halli!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Seu Braga and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hozdic dives in and scores a takedown into Halli's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Halli
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Halli looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hozdic looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Halli is keeping the position.#T1#
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hozdic won't allow Halli to sweep him here.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Halli has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
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.#T2#
Halli keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Halli is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Halli#T3#
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Halli has control of the leg.
Halli performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hozdic is holding on to half guard well.
Hozdic has a hand on Halli's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Halli takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (5) Halli#T4#
Hozdic is looking to get to half guard.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Halli postures up.
Hozdic holds of for dear life.
Halli sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.
Hozdic is working hard here to advance position.
Halli with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T6#
Hozdic wants to hold on but Halli pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Halli takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hozdic wants to control but Halli is having none of it.
Halli controlling the pace for now.
Halli prevents Hozdic from getting the reversal.#T7#
Hozdic is squirming around, avoiding Halli's attempts to control the action.
Hozdic tries to lock up and control but Halli gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hozdic sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hozdic is holding on to half guard well.#T8#
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Halli sits in half guard.
Hozdic is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Hozdic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T9#
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Halli is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Halli is keen to just control but Hozdic is a slippery customer.
Halli performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T10#
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Halli is controlling well.
Halli is pressing down on Hozdic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hozdic is holding on for now.
Halli stalling. #T11#
Hozdic keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Halli looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Halli looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T12#
Halli with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic trying to hold on to Halli's head to control him but Halli postures up.
Hozdic is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Halli is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T13#
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Halli has control of the leg.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard but Halli has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (8) Halli#T14#
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom here.
Halli content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee asks Halli politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Halli prefers to stall for the moment though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Halli wins on points by 8 to 2.
Reijo Halli is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Reijo Halli rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
Dragan Hozdic spoke after the fight, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 325 - Miyagi vs Burroughs
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 13 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 19 losses; Angelo Saldini!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hozdic fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Saldini sprawls well initially but Hozdic persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Saldini
Saldini is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hozdic jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Saldini
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saldini regains half guard.#T1#
Hozdic prevents Saldini from improving his position.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Saldini is defending well.
Hozdic content to control rather than advance.
Saldini is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hozdic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Saldini for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Saldini trying to control here.
Hozdic not doing much here.
Saldini controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Saldini is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic controlling the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Saldini is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T5#
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Saldini is doing well to control the position and prevent Hozdic from advancing to side control.
Saldini wants to control but Hozdic passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Saldini
Hozdic working away.#T6#
Saldini gets back to half guard.
Saldini is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Saldini avoid being mounted?
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but Saldini defending well.
Saldini is looking to get back to full guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Saldini#T7#
Hozdic content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Saldini is trying to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.
Hozdic continues to stall.#T8#
Saldini manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hozdic's best efforts.#T9#
Saldini trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Saldini trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T10#
Saldini is trying to get back to full guard.
Saldini keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic controlling the pace.
Saldini wants to get back to full guard.
Saldini moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T11#
Hozdic won't allow Saldini to sweep him here.
Saldini being controlled here, momentarily.
Saldini trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Saldini.
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Saldini 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.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Saldini working a defensive guard but Hozdic passes into half guard.
#T13#
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.
Hozdic wants to free his trapped foot but Saldini is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hozdic is pressing down on Saldini's thigh, looking to free his foot. Saldini is holding on for now. #T14#
Saldini preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is thwarting Saldini's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 324 - Halli vs Sitsongrit
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 24 losses; Tyrano Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 13 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Aleksei Zolotukhin, Dmitry Maklakov and Igor Prikhodko.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in and gets a takedown into Jackson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jackson (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Jackson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson'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.
Jackson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Hozdic passes into half guard.
Hozdic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Jackson controlling the position well.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Jackson wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
#T2#
Jackson gets back to full guard.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Jackson trying to control the position.
#T3#
Hozdic looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jackson trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Jackson has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Jackson.
Jackson seems keen to control Hozdic's posture.
Jackson being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Jackson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T5#
Hozdic won't allow Jackson to sweep him here.
Jackson managing to control the position.
Hozdic content to stall in guard here. #T6#
Hozdic is fighting to break Jackson's control of his arms but Jackson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Jackson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Jackson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Jackson trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T7#
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Jackson is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic managing to control the position.
Jackson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T8#
Jackson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hozdic for as long as he can get away with.
Jackson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (5) vs (2) Hozdic
Jackson content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T9#
Jackson wants to take a breather but Hozdic manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Jackson.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully. #T10#
Hozdic looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Jackson puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Hozdic is trying is best to control the position here.
Jackson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jackson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Jackson trying to control from half guard but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic is trying to get back to full guard.#T11#
Hozdic is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jackson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jackson's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jackson (5) vs (6) Hozdic
Hozdic has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Jackson's body.
Jackson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Jackson is working hard here to advance position.#T12#
Hozdic controlling from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T13##SUB2#
Hozdic is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Jackson has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Hozdic biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T14#
Jackson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 6 to 5.
Dragan Hozdic is the new super heavyweight champion!
Dragan Hozdic gave a mention to HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 3
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 11 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 12 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Kenichi Hosakawa and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Zulu looking to score a takedown here. Hozdic is defending well but Zulu drives through and ends up in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Hozdic#SUB2#
Hozdic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zulu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hozdic pulls Zulu in to control the position.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic can't keep his opponent in guard - Zulu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hozdic 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
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.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.#T2#
Zulu works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Zulu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Hozdic gets back to full guard.
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet.
Zulu is pushing down on Hozdic's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hozdic is fighting to maintain full guard but Zulu has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
Hozdic won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Zulu sits in half guard.
Hozdic gets full guard.
Hozdic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zulu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T5#
Zulu pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T6#
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T7#
Zulu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zulu wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hozdic is now in half guard.
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T8#
Hozdic not doing much here.
Zulu is concentrating on defense, preventing Hozdic from advancing position.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?#T9#
Zulu wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T10#
Zulu desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Zulu is positioning himself well to prevent Hozdic advancing to mount. #T11#
Hozdic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Zulu trying to control the position here. #T12#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic controlling from the top position. #T13#
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (7) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic is adopting a defensive guard.
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T14#
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hozdic seems keen to control Zulu's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath Shaka Zulu thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Dragan Hozdic had this to say: 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 322 - Ottke vs Savkov
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 12 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 20 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Steve Smith and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Silva Jr looking to score a takedown here. Hozdic is defending well but Silva Jr drives through and ends up in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Silva Jr
Hozdic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Silva Jr looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic is pulling down on Silva Jr's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hozdic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Silva Jr manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Silva Jr
Silva Jr wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Silva Jr is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Silva Jr#T2#
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Silva Jr controlling him for the moment.
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.#T3#
Silva Jr wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Silva Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Silva Jr controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Silva Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Silva Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hozdic controlling the position.
Silva Jr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hozdic managing to control the position. #T5#
Hozdic is trying to hold Silva Jr in close to prevent damage but Silva Jr has managed to pass into half guard.
Silva Jr content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T6#
Silva Jr is stalling here. Hozdic is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Silva Jr seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hozdic has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (6) vs (4) Silva Jr
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silva Jr keeps working.
Hozdic is staying tight to Silva Jr's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Silva Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Silva Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T7#
Silva Jr tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Silva Jr is working from the bottom.
Hozdic staying calm.#T8#
You can see the frustration on Silva Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Silva Jr is being controlled here. #T9#
Silva Jr is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Silva Jr is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Silva Jr is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Silva Jr gets back to half guard.#T10#
Hozdic tries to pass to full mount but Silva Jr defends it.
Silva Jr gets full guard.
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Silva Jr is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (6) Silva Jr#T11#
Hozdic wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Silva Jr is now in half guard.
Hozdic wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping busy.
Hozdic is concentrating on defense, preventing Silva Jr from advancing position.
Hozdic is pressing down on Silva Jr's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Silva Jr 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. #T12#
Hozdic is pulling down on Silva Jr's head. It's preventing any offense from Silva Jr, at least for the moment.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck. #T13#
Silva Jr sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hozdic trying to keep a closed guard but Silva Jr is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic controlling Silva Jr's posture.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
#T14#
Silva Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Hozdic has Silva Jr pulled in close to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic continues to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Hozdic is heads and Silva Jr is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 7 to 6.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Dragan Hozdic waved his t-shirt featuring HELLS BALLS RECOVERY's logo in front of the cameras.
Rich Silva Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 321 - Trump vs Steel
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 11 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 29 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Leandro Rodrigues and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hozdic. #TD2#
Hirsch closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hozdic to the mat! Hozdic manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic keeping hold of Hirsch's head, controlling as best he can.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hozdic's coaches at HELLCADEMY have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T1#
Hozdic is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.#T2#
Hozdic wants to sweep but Hirsch has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Hirsch
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
Hozdic tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hozdic is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom here.
Hirsch staying calm.#T5#
Hirsch trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
Let's hope that Hirsch has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T6#
Hozdic stops Hirsch from passing to mount.
Hozdic struggling a bit here.#T7#
Hirsch laying and praying for a moment but Hozdic takes advantage and regains half guard.
Hozdic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hozdic.
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T8#
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T9#
Hozdic controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T10#
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T11#
Hirsch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hozdic is really struggling to control Hirsch but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hozdic is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.#T12#
Hozdic looking to control.
#T13#
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Hozdic isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hirsch stacks Hozdic on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (8) Hirsch
Hozdic is being controlled here. #T14#
Hozdic prevents Hirsch from moving into mount.
Hirsch wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic being controlled for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 8 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Dragan Hozdic was interviewed post fight and said 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 320 - Fiso vs Brown
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 11 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 38 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Lou da Vinci and Eddie Farnsworth.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sparxx closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hozdic circles away.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sparxx as he avoids it easily.
Hozdic changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sparxx tries to avoid it but Hozdic manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sparxx to the ground. Sparxx escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sparxx tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hozdic shoots in and drives through. Sparxx sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hozdic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sparxx is fending him off so far but Hozdic persists. Nope, Sparxx circles away and we're back to standing.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hozdic.
Hozdic goes for a double leg but Sparxx avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sparxx continues to drive forward.
Sparxx feints the counter takedown.
Hozdic can't get the takedown.
Sparxx drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hozdic pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sparxx displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hozdic.
Hozdic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hozdic is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Sparxx gets a double leg takedown into Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
It looks like Sparxx 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.
Hozdic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet.
Sparxx looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hozdic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Hozdic has control of Sparxx's left arm, preventing Sparxx from doing any damage.
Hozdic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T4#
Hozdic is trying to keep Sparxx in close.
Sparxx is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hozdic has control of Sparxx's left arm, preventing Sparxx from doing any damage.
Sparxx trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Sparxx slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T5#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Sparxx being controlled here momentarily.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sparxx controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sparxx's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Sparxx is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sparxx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T7#
Sparxx stands and throws Hozdic's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Sparxx
Hozdic is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hozdic struggling a bit here.
Sparxx wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working. #T8#
Sparxx just content to control the position.
Sparxx works to advance to full mount. Hozdic defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hozdic (0) vs (7) Sparxx#T9#
Hozdic tries to hold on but Sparxx postures up.
Hozdic working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
Sparxx looking for a guillotine from mount but Hozdic is having none of it.
Sparxx tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away.
Hozdic wants to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.#T10#
Sparxx looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hozdic is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic tries to lock up and control but Sparxx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sparxx controlling the pace for now.
Sparxx fails to advance to Hozdic's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx controlling from the full mount. #T11#
More stalling from Sparxx.
Sparxx tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away.
Sparxx tries to take his opponent's back but Hozdic turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (7) Sparxx#T12#
Sparxx wants to sweep but no luck.
Sparxx wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Sparxx there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (7) Sparxx
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T13#
Hozdic avoids the attempt from Sparxx to control.
Sparxx tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
Sparxx wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Sparxx slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sparxx trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (7) Sparxx#T14#
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Sparxx wants to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic fails to move to back control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic controlling from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview.
In defeat, Tyrone Sparxx stepped up to the mic, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
CWC 319 - Saldini vs Toehold
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 11 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 21 losses; Lurch Addams!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Daniel Blasius and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Addams feints and as Hozdic raises his hands in defense, Addams changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Addams
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Addams tries to pass.
Addams must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hozdic pulls Addams in close to his closed guard and prevents Addams from doing any damage or advancing position.
Addams 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.
Addams controlling from the top position.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Addams from controlling successfully.
Hozdic has Addams pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Addams slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Addams
Addams controlling the position.
Hozdic is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Hozdic is working hard here to advance position.
Addams is staying tight to Hozdic's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hozdic's coaches at HELLCADEMY have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Addams trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic is trying to control Addams's posture but Addams avoids it.
Hozdic prevents Addams from improving position.
Hozdic might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Addams trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic is trying to control Addams's posture but Addams avoids it.
Addams is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Addams wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy. #T2#
Hozdic is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Addams stalls from top position.
Let's hope that Addams has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Addams tries to advance to mount but Hozdic denies him.
Hozdic gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Well, if Addams is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Addams's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
More stalling from Addams.#SUB2#
Addams is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Still in half guard, Addams seems content to control.#SUB#
Addams is looking to pass to full mount but he's left his head exposed in the process. Hozdic has locked up a guillotine and regained full guard. He's really cranking on it - this could be the end! Is it? Is it? No... YES! YES! He's tapped! I didn't think he was going to get it there for a minute but he did! Well done Hozdic! He waited for his chance and took it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dragan Hozdic!
Dragan Hozdic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 318 - Hirsch vs El Toro Jr
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 10 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 24 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Petersen shoots in and bounces Hozdic off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Petersen
Petersen wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic managing to control the position.
Hozdic looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Petersen puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is doing well to control the position and prevent Petersen from advancing to side control.
Petersen is controlling the pace.
Petersen wants to pass to mount but Hozdic is defending the position. #T1#
Hozdic is trying to control but can't.
Petersen wants to pass to mount but Hozdic is defending the position.
Petersen is controlling the pace.
Petersen tries to pass to full mount but Hozdic defends it. #T2#
Still in half guard, Petersen seems content to control.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Petersen is controlling well.
Petersen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Let's hope that Petersen has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Petersen frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Petersen
Petersen controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Petersen trying to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Petersen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Petersen moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (0) vs (8) Petersen
Petersen looking to hold on to the position here but Hozdic rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Petersen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Petersen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully. #T5#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic seems keen to control Petersen's posture.
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Petersen controlling from the top position. #T6##SUB#
Petersen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Petersen slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Petersen is fighting to break Hozdic's control of his arms but Hozdic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Petersen's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Petersen is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hozdic is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hozdic has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (8) Petersen
Hozdic is fighting to break Petersen's control of his arms but Petersen is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T7#
Petersen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Petersen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Petersen has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Petersen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Petersen wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment. #T8##SUB2#
Petersen looking for a guillotine here but Hozdic defends easily.
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Petersen is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (10) Petersen
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.#T9#
Petersen wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Petersen sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Petersen wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily. #T10#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Petersen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Petersen wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Petersen trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T11#
Petersen showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Petersen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Petersen is looking to pass into half guard but Hozdic pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hozdic is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (10) Petersen#SUB2#
Petersen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hozdic defends well.
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T12#
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Petersen has control of Hozdic's left arm, preventing Hozdic from doing any damage.
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet.
Petersen keeps trying to improve his position.
Petersen trying to control the position.
Petersen is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petersen wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Petersen there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (10) Petersen#T13#
Petersen wants to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Petersen might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Petersen is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Petersen tries to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic prevents Petersen from getting the reversal.
Petersen is just holding on here. Hozdic manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (10) vs (10) Petersen
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic is not going to allow Petersen to sit and survive in this position. #T14#
Hozdic is hanging on to Petersen's back as he tries to escape.
Petersen is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Petersen trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hozdic controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Petersen manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (10) vs (12) Petersen
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petersen wins on points by 12 to 10.
A very excited looking Conald Petersen made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Dragan Hozdic stepped up to the mic, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Ottke vs Cruz
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 27 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 9 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Paulo Santos and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hirsch content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Hirsch pushing down on Hozdic's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is pressing down on Hozdic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hozdic is holding on for now.
Hozdic is doing well to control the position and prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Hirsch passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.
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.#T2#
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Hozdic to control.#T3#
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hozdic is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Hirsch has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Hozdic
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T4#
Hozdic tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hozdic slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard.
Hozdic keeping hold of Hirsch's head, controlling as best he can. #T5#
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T6#
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T7#
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hozdic for as long as he can get away with.
Hozdic slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T8#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
Hozdic controlling the position.#T9#
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hozdic controlling the position.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position. #T11#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hozdic controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Hozdic pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage. #T12#
Hirsch stands and throws Hozdic's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
A lull in the action here.#T13#
Hozdic tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hozdic gets back to half guard.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T14#
Hozdic 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Harry Hirsch retains his heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Harry Hirsch 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 Dragan Hozdic had this to say: 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 1
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 9 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 22 losses; Cajun Puto!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Alyssa Summers and Russell Pearce.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hozdic decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Puto
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Puto defends it.
Puto slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Puto throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Puto looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hozdic passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Puto
Puto struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puto is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Hozdic is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Puto tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Puto is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Puto wants to control but Hozdic postures up.#T2#
Puto is looking to reverse the position.
Puto struggling a bit here.
Puto tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hozdic controlling the position.
Puto is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Hozdic trying to control the position but Puto is working away.
Puto regains half guard.
Hozdic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Puto is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hozdic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hozdic's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (5) vs (4) Puto
Puto trying to control.
Puto doesn't have the hooks in and Hozdic manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (7) vs (4) Puto#T4#
Puto looking for a sweep. Not yet Puto, not yet. #SUB2#
Puto looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hozdic passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (10) vs (4) Puto
Hozdic wants to control but Puto is keeping him busy.
Puto can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Puto is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hozdic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.#T5#
Puto is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Puto trying to control from the bottom.
Hozdic is taking a breather. Puto 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.
Puto wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic is thwarting Puto's attempts to control the position.#T6##SUB2#
Puto looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Puto looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hozdic is taking a breather. Puto 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.
Puto is trying to control but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (13) vs (4) Puto#T7#
Puto wants to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Puto tries to improve his position but instead Hozdic has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (16) vs (4) Puto
Puto wants to escape the position.
Puto keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic not allowing Puto to control his hands. #T8#
Good control from Hozdic.
Hozdic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Puto for as long as he can get away with.
Puto wants to escape the position.
Hozdic controlling from the back.
Puto wants to escape the position.
Puto looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hozdic.
#T9#
Hozdic trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Puto doesn't escape.
Puto tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
Puto is still trying to improve position.
Puto is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Puto is keeping busy.
#T10#
Hozdic keeps control of the position as Puto tries to break free.
#SUB#
Puto won't enjoy being in this position. Hozdic looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Puto is tapping - it's over boys! Hozdic picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dragan Hozdic!
Dragan Hozdic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 291 - Las Vegas
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 8 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 28 losses; Matvey Pavlov!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Stewart Dunkirk and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
No luck for Pavlov with that takedown attempt.
Hozdic closes the distance and clinches up with Pavlov, looking for a takedown. Hozdic pushes Pavlov against the cage but Pavlov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Pavlov gets caught flat footed, as Hozdic shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Pavlov
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Pavlov.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pavlov holds on and takes a little breather.
Pavlov working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pavlov is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Pavlov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Pavlov#T1#
Pavlov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Pavlov tries to pass.
Pavlov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pavlov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully.
Hozdic pulls Pavlov in close to prevent any damage.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Pavlov 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Hozdic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pavlov trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Pavlov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Pavlov passes Hozdic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Pavlov wants to pass to mount but Hozdic is defending the position.
Hozdic is not content to let Pavlov control the position.#T4#
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Pavlov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pavlov controlling the action here.
Pavlov wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Pavlov is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T5#
Pavlov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pavlov tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Pavlov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hozdic can't keep his opponent in guard - Pavlov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Pavlov is pressing down on Hozdic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hozdic is holding on for now.
Pavlov is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T6##SUB2#
Pavlov wants to work for an arm triangle but Hozdic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pavlov is pressing down on Hozdic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hozdic is holding on for now.
Hozdic controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Pavlov is pressing down on Hozdic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hozdic is holding on for now.
Pavlov trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T7#
Pavlov trying to mount his opponent but Hozdic defends it.
Hozdic is positioning himself well to prevent Pavlov advancing to mount.
Pavlov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hozdic is concentrating on defense, preventing Pavlov from advancing position.
Pavlov controlling the action here.#T8##SUB2#
Pavlov wants to work for an arm triangle but Hozdic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hozdic is not content to let Pavlov control the position.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Pavlov keeps him under control.
Pavlov is trying to control the action in half guard but Hozdic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Pavlov keeps him under control.#T9#
Hozdic is controlling Pavlov's trapped leg to prevent Pavlov from advancing to side control.
Pavlov trying to control from Hozdic's half guard. Hozdic has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Pavlov pushing down on Hozdic's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pavlov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
My spies in Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch inform me that Pavlov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Pavlov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pavlov working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Hozdic's thigh. Hozdic counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Pavlov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T10#
Pavlov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Pavlov tries to pass. #T11#
Pavlov is still trying to improve position.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Pavlov passes Hozdic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Pavlov sits in half guard. #T12#
Pavlov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hozdic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Pavlov wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Pavlov is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Pavlov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hozdic preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T13#
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Pavlov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic is controlling Pavlov's trapped leg to prevent Pavlov from advancing to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Still in half guard, Pavlov seems content to control.
Pavlov wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Hozdic is defending against the submission attempts here by Pavlov.
#T14#
Pavlov wants to take a breather but Hozdic is having none of it.
Pavlov works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (5) Pavlov
Pavlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Pavlov tries to take Hozdic's back but instead Hozdic uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Pavlov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavlov wins on points by 5 to 2.
Matvey Pavlov is the new super heavyweight champion!
A victorious Matvey Pavlov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Dragan Hozdic spoke after the fight, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 290 - Montreal
Date: Jan 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 8 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 13 losses; Bart Cubbedge !
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Robert Douchet and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Cubbedge rushes Hozdic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cubbedge wants to take the fight to the mat but Hozdic manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hozdic drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hozdic prevents the takedown attempt.
Cubbedge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hozdic gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dragan Hozdic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bart Cubbedge .
Cubbedge prevents the takedown attempt.
Hozdic goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cubbedge prevents it.
Cubbedge is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hozdic pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Cubbedge is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hozdic is defending well.
Cubbedge drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hozdic gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic gets underhooks to prevent Cubbedge 's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Cubbedge gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Cubbedge
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Hozdic is controlling Cubbedge 's trapped leg to prevent Cubbedge from advancing to side control.
Hozdic is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Cubbedge seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Hozdic is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Cubbedge trying to control from half guard but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic controlling the position for now.
Cubbedge wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cubbedge takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic is looking to control Cubbedge 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hozdic avoid being mounted?
Hozdic gets full guard.
Hozdic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
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.
Hozdic is adopting a defensive guard.#T5#
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.#T6#
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Cubbedge stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.
Hozdic wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cubbedge trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T7#
Hozdic seems keen to control Cubbedge 's posture.
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cubbedge is one step ahead there.
Cubbedge controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic wants to control the position but Cubbedge says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T8#
Cubbedge trying to control from Hozdic's half guard. Hozdic has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Cubbedge content to stall in guard here.
Hozdic is pulling down on Cubbedge 's head. It's preventing any offense from Cubbedge , at least for the moment.
Cubbedge tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T9#
Hozdic 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.
Hozdic is working hard here to advance position.
Cubbedge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Cubbedge is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (4) vs (2) Cubbedge
Cubbedge is trying desperately to improve position.
Hozdic fails to move to back control.
Cubbedge is wriggling around trying to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T11#
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Cubbedge is wriggling around trying to escape.
Cubbedge manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hozdic is pressing down on Cubbedge 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cubbedge is holding on for now. #T12#
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.#SUB2#
Cubbedge has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Hozdic escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (2) Cubbedge
Hozdic taking a breather here.
Cubbedge is looking to reverse the position.#T13#
A lull in the action here.
Cubbedge tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hozdic controls the position.
Cubbedge is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it. #T14#
Hozdic is staying tight to Cubbedge 's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Cubbedge wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Dragan Hozdic thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
CWC 289 - Los Angeles
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 7 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 9 losses; Eddie Gelfen!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Gelfen closes the distance and pushes Hozdic back into the cage.
Hozdic is trying to drag Gelfen to the mat but Gelfen just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Gelfen decides to pull guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gelfen is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Gelfen is looking to sweep but instead, Hozdic has passed into half guard.
Gelfen is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic is taking a breather. Gelfen 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gelfen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Gelfen looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Gelfen throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hozdic escapes and throws Gelfen's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (3) vs (0) Gelfen
Gelfen is being controlled here.
Gelfen sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Gelfen won't allow Hozdic to pass to mount. #T2#
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Gelfen wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Gelfen trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Gelfen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Gelfen looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hozdic passes into half guard.
#T3#
Hozdic trying to control the pace.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Gelfen defends it.
Hozdic is trying to control. Gelfen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gelfen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Gelfen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hozdic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hozdic's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (3) vs (4) Gelfen#T4#
Gelfen keeps control of the position as Hozdic tries to break free.
Good control from Gelfen.
Gelfen controlling well, preventing Hozdic from escaping the position.
Gelfen trying to control.#T5#
Hozdic is in bad spot here.
Gelfen has good solid back control here.
Gelfen gets his hands free as Hozdic looks to control.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T6#
Gelfen keeps control of the position as Hozdic tries to break free.
Gelfen is trying to control but Hozdic is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Gelfen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.
Gelfen controlling from the full mount.
Gelfen tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away. #T7#
Hozdic wants to hold on but Gelfen pushes him away.
Gelfen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gelfen controlling his opponent.
Hozdic reaches up and holds on to Gelfen to control the position.#T8#
Hozdic working to try and regain half guard.
Gelfen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hozdic working to try and regain half guard.
#T9#
Gelfen takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gelfen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Gelfen fails to advance to Hozdic's back. #T10#
Hozdic tries to hold on but Gelfen postures up.
Gelfen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gelfen controlling from the full mount.
Hozdic looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.#T11#
Gelfen manages to capitalize on a mistake by Hozdic to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (3) vs (7) Gelfen
Gelfen has good solid back control here.
Hozdic tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Gelfen is looking for a choke. Hozdic gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Hozdic manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (5) vs (7) Gelfen#T12#
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Gelfen.
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Gelfen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic 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.
Gelfen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (5) vs (9) Gelfen#T13#
Hozdic is pulling down on Gelfen's head. It's preventing any offense from Gelfen, at least for the moment.
Gelfen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hozdic holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Gelfen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T14#
Gelfen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Gelfen trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Gelfen postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic controlling the position.
Hozdic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (7) vs (9) Gelfen
And that's the end of the fight!
Gelfen wins on points by 9 to 7.
Eddie Gelfen is the new heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Eddie Gelfen started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Dragan Hozdic spoke after the fight, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 288
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 6 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 7 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Paulo Santos and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Silva Jr was covering up waiting for the punch and Hozdic finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva Jr (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Silva Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Silva Jr looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic trying to control but Silva Jr is working from the bottom.
Hozdic pushes down on Silva Jr's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Silva Jr is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic controlling the pace.
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic wants to free his trapped foot but Silva Jr is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Silva Jr is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Oblivion Gate, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Silva Jr trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (0) vs (5) Hozdic#T2#
Hozdic trying to control but Silva Jr is having none of it.
Silva Jr wants to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Silva Jr tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
My spies in Outlier Martial Arts inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Silva Jr looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Silva Jr (0) vs (8) Hozdic#T3#
Silva Jr is trying to break free.
Hozdic biding his time, controlling Silva Jr. #SUB2#
Silva Jr showing good submission defense here.
Silva Jr is really stuck here.
Silva Jr is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Silva Jr trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hozdic struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hozdic controls the action.
Hozdic struggling to keep hold of the position.
Silva Jr manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Silva Jr.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (8) Hozdic
Silva Jr wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T5#
Hozdic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Silva Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (10) Hozdic
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Silva Jr keeps moving. #T6#
Silva Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Silva Jr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Silva Jr is keeping the position.#SUB#
Hozdic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Silva Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T7##SUB#
Silva Jr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hozdic escapes and throws Silva Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (13) Hozdic
Hozdic trying to control the action but Silva Jr is working from the bottom.
Silva Jr manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (4) vs (13) Hozdic#T8#
Silva Jr with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Silva Jr is looking to stall here but Hozdic recovers full guard.
Silva Jr slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Silva Jr wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.#T9#
Hozdic 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.
Silva Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Silva Jr controls the pace.#T10#
Hozdic is pulling down on Silva Jr's head. It's preventing any offense from Silva Jr, at least for the moment.
Hozdic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Silva Jr controlling him for the moment.
Silva Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T11#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Silva Jr from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is trying to keep Silva Jr in close.
Silva Jr sitting in guard here, content to control.
Silva Jr'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.#T12#
Hozdic is controlling Silva Jr's posture.
Silva Jr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T13#
Silva Jr 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.
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Silva Jr postures up.
Silva Jr stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position.
Silva Jr wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T14#
Hozdic looking to control.
Hozdic controlling Silva Jr's posture.
Silva Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva Jr preventing the sweep.
Hozdic looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 13 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion!
Dragan Hozdic very nearly forgot to thank HELLS BALLS RECOVERY amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Rich Silva Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 286 LA
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 6 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hozdic closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Silva Jr did well to prevent Hozdic getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Silva Jr
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Silva Jr is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Silva Jr avoid being mounted?
Hozdic prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva Jr wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Silva Jr controlling the position well.
Silva Jr is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard.
Silva Jr gets full guard.#SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Silva Jr managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Silva Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hozdic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Silva Jr is tightening it up a little... Hozdic has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Hozdic reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Hozdic taps out! Nice BJJ there by Silva Jr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rich Silva Jr!
Rich Silva Jr is the new heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Rich Silva Jr thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Dragan Hozdic spoke after the fight, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 285 LA
Date: Dec 05, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 6 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 29 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hozdic sprawls well. Hozdic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sparxx gets slowly back to his feet.#CL2#
Sparxx closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Hozdic gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Hozdic is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sparxx is working to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx is squirming around, avoiding Hozdic's attempts to control the action. #T1#
Sparxx holds on, trying desperately to control.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position but Hozdic isn't that keen on the idea.
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sparxx really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sparxx is still trying to improve position.
Hozdic looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic controlling his opponent. #T2#
Sparxx is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Sparxx regains half guard.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
Sparxx has a hand on Hozdic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hozdic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Sparxx
Hozdic controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Sparxx tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
Sparxx keeps trying to improve his position.
Sparxx wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
Hozdic avoiding Sparxx 's attempts to control his hands.
Sparxx is really stuck here.
#T4#
Hozdic controlling from the back.
Sparxx wants to escape the position.
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Good control from Hozdic.
Sparxx trying to control the hands but Hozdic breaks the grip.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Sparxx.#T5#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#SUB#
Sparxx defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Hozdic not allowing Sparxx to control his hands.
Hozdic trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Sparxx doesn't escape.
Sparxx is really stuck here.
#T6#
Hozdic keeps control of the position easily here as Sparxx tries to buck him off.
Sparxx tries to escape the position.
Sparxx turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (11) vs (2) Sparxx
Hozdic has his hands on Sparxx's head, controlling the position. #T7#
Sparxx trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.#T8#
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hozdic managing to control the position.
Sparxx is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T9#
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Sparxx stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position.
Sparxx is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (15) vs (2) Sparxx#T10#
Sparxx is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (18) vs (2) Sparxx
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic controls the position.
Sparxx tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
Hozdic is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Sparxx is trying to break free.
Sparxx manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Sparxx.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (18) vs (4) Sparxx#T11#
Hozdic seems keen to control Sparxx's posture.
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hozdic is trying to keep Sparxx in close.
Sparxx is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T12#
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (20) vs (4) Sparxx
Sparxx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Sparxx bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (20) vs (6) Sparxx#T13#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Sparxx showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sparxx won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here. #T14#
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hozdic is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (22) vs (6) Sparxx
Sparxx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sparxx escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hozdic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 22 to 6.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Tyrone Sparxx stepped up to the mic, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
CWC 279 - Rocky Horror Roll
Date: Oct 31, 2021 |
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 32 wins and 6 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, John Kavanagh and Jonathan Paton.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Silva Jr gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hozdic to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Silva Jr
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Silva Jr is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up. #SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Silva Jr is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Silva Jr working a defensive guard here.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hozdic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Silva Jr for as long as he can get away with.
Silva Jr working a defensive guard but Hozdic manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Silva Jr#T2#
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks Hozdic politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hozdic prefers to stall for the moment though.
Hozdic wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping him busy.
Hozdic happy to just control the position for now.
Silva Jr struggling a bit here.#T3#
Silva Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Silva Jr wants to control but Hozdic postures up.#T4#
Silva Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silva Jr keeps working.
Silva Jr has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
You can see the frustration on Silva Jr's face as Hozdic controls the position.
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic controls the position.
Hozdic's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T5#
Silva Jr is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Silva Jr is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
You can see the frustration on Silva Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T6#
Silva Jr is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Silva Jr tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic taking a breather here.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Silva Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Silva Jr tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T8#
Silva Jr sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Silva Jr trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Silva Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hozdic uses his free foot to push down on Silva Jr's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Silva Jr. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Silva Jr
Hozdic controlling from the full mount.
Silva Jr tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.#T9#
Silva Jr is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Silva Jr sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Hozdic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Silva Jr! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Silva Jr
Silva Jr tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.
Silva Jr is trying desperately to improve position.#T10#
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Silva Jr is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Silva Jr regains half guard.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but Silva Jr defending well.
Hozdic has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T11#
Silva Jr tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hozdic has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (14) vs (0) Silva Jr
Silva Jr tries to improve his position but instead Hozdic has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (17) vs (0) Silva Jr
Hozdic gets his hands free as Silva Jr looks to control.
Silva Jr tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T12#
I would not like to be Silva Jr right now.
Silva Jr tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Silva Jr trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Silva Jr is trying to break free.
Hozdic struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Silva Jr.#T13#
Silva Jr tries to break free.
Hozdic tries to get the hooks in deep but Silva Jr pushed the leg off.
Silva Jr tries to escape the position.
Silva Jr keeps trying to improve his position.#T14#
Silva Jr trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Silva Jr might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
What can Silva Jr do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Silva Jr staying busy and making it hard for Hozdic to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
I would not like to be Silva Jr right now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 17 to 0.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion!
After the big win, Dragan Hozdic made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors HELLS BALLS RECOVERY and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
The defeated Rich Silva Jr had this to say: 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 275
Date: Oct 17, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Galtero El Toro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 5 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in and gets a takedown into El Toro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: El Toro (0) vs (2) Hozdic
El Toro seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
El Toro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hozdic 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.
El Toro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: El Toro (2) vs (2) Hozdic
El Toro slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T1#
El Toro has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hozdic is pulling down on El Toro's head to control his posture.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
El Toro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
El Toro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
El Toro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Hozdic is controlling El Toro's posture.
El Toro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
El Toro trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Hozdic controls El Toro momentarily but El Toro frees himself.
El Toro looking to pass the guard.
El Toro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: El Toro (5) vs (2) Hozdic
El Toro trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Hozdic is looking to regain half guard here but El Toro keeps moving and retains side control.
El Toro is staying tight to Hozdic's torso, preventing him from escaping.
El Toro'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.
Hozdic is trying to control El Toro's posture but El Toro avoids it.
El Toro in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T6#
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T7#
Hozdic seems a little lost for a moment, as El Toro dominates the positioning.
Hozdic is looking to reverse the position.
Hozdic keeps trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.#T8#
El Toro is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Hozdic's shoulder. That is not cool.
El Toro is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hozdic is trying to control El Toro's posture but El Toro avoids it.
Hozdic tries to buck El Toro off but El Toro is having none of it.#T9#
El Toro controlling from side mount.
El Toro wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic is trying to get back to half guard.#T10#
El Toro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hozdic is trying to escape the position but El Toro is controlling the position.
Hozdic tries to buck El Toro off but El Toro is having none of it.
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.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face as El Toro controls the position.
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T11#
El Toro wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic is trying to control El Toro's posture but El Toro avoids it.
El Toro is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hozdic will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T12#
El Toro in the domination position with Hozdic hanging on.
Hozdic is looking to regain half guard here but El Toro keeps moving and retains side control.
Hozdic struggling a bit here.#T13#
Hozdic seems a little lost for a moment, as El Toro dominates the positioning.
El Toro working away.#T14#
Hozdic manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: El Toro (5) vs (4) Hozdic
El Toro holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
El Toro trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic is looking to pass El Toro's guard but actually El Toro recovers to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
El Toro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: El Toro (7) vs (4) Hozdic
And that's the end of the fight!
El Toro takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
Galtero El Toro is the new heavyweight champion!
Galtero El Toro thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Dragan Hozdic spoke after the fight, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 267
Date: Sep 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 14 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 5 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Daniel Cesar and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hozdic was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Hozdic
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic in the domination position with Hirsch hanging on.
Hirsch wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hirsch is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it. #T1#
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
Hirsch is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Hirsch tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.#T2#
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.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch gets back to half guard.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Hozdic wants to free his trapped foot but Hirsch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hozdic has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at HELLCADEMY . Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hozdic is looking to advance position but Hirsch won't allow it. #T5#
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch has his hands clasped together around Hozdic's back. He's all about the action.
Hirsch trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (7) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T6#
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Hirsch manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch is trying is best to control the position here.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
#T7#
Hozdic stalling.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Hirsch wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hirsch there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (10) Hozdic#T9#
Hirsch is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hirsch is holding on tight.
Hozdic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic controlling from mount. #T10#
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (0) vs (13) Hozdic
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hozdic's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hirsch has hold of Hozdic's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.#T11#
Hirsch turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (13) Hozdic
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (13) Hozdic#T12#
Hozdic is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
The referee asks Hirsch politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hirsch prefers to stall for the moment though.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Hozdic denies him.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Hozdic is letting Hirsch control him for a moment.
Hirsch gets to mount! Hozdic was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (13) Hozdic
Hozdic is controlling an arm, preventing Hirsch from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T14#
Hozdic is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action.
Hirsch prevents Hozdic from getting the reversal.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but Hozdic doesn't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 13 to 7. Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 263
Date: Sep 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 5 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Daniel Cesar and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hozdic shoots in but no luck this time.
Hozdic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ribbler avoids it really well and circles away.
Ribbler appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.#TD#
Ribbler closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ribbler lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic controlling the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Hozdic is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hozdic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Ribbler trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
#T2#
Ribbler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribbler keeping hold of Hozdic's head, controlling as best he can. #T3#
Ribbler is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribbler avoid being mounted?
Hozdic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribbler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hozdic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Ribbler is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T5#
Ribbler is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.#T6#
Ribbler is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hozdic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Ribbler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ribbler.
Ribbler pulls Hozdic in close to his closed guard and prevents Hozdic from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T8#
Hozdic postures up.
#SUB#
Ribbler looking for a guillotine here but Hozdic defends easily.
Hozdic controlling from the top position.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #T9#
Hozdic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hozdic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T10#
Ribbler wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T11#
Ribbler looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribbler, not yet.
Hozdic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
More stalling from Hozdic.#T12#
Ribbler is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Ribbler pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Ribbler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T14#
Hozdic advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (2) vs (5) Hozdic
Ribbler is being controlled here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic trying to control the position but Ribbler is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 5 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic is the new super heavyweight champion!
Dragan Hozdic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLS BALLS RECOVERY logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CWC 260
Date: Sep 05, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 5 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 18 losses; Cajun Puto!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Luis Engracia and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hozdic feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Puto
Puto controlling Hozdic's posture.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Puto swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Puto looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Puto throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hozdic escapes and throws Puto's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Puto
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puto struggling a bit here.#T1#
Puto is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Puto keeps trying to improve his position.
Puto can't do much from the bottom here.
Hozdic controls the position from side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
Puto tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Puto is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Puto 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.
Hozdic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Puto will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Puto tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Puto gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Puto looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Puto wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Puto defends it.
Puto tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Puto wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Puto
Puto is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Puto tries to control the position but Hozdic now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Puto
I really don't envy Puto right now.
Puto turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (11) vs (2) Puto
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Puto controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Puto tries to pass.
Puto is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T5#
Puto preventing the sweep.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Puto from controlling successfully.
Puto postures up.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Puto from controlling successfully.
Puto wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Puto is pushing down on Hozdic's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hozdic is fighting to maintain full guard but Puto has managed to sneak the leg through.#T6#
Puto is just content to waste time from the top position. Hozdic takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Puto slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Puto looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (13) vs (2) Puto
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Puto is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Puto throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hozdic uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (16) vs (2) Puto
Puto is trying to improve his position.#T7#
Puto is still trying to improve position.
Puto can't do much from the bottom here. #T8#
Puto is looking to reverse the position.
Hozdic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Puto will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Puto is looking to reverse the position.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Puto keeps working.
Puto is looking for a sweep.#T9#
Hozdic wants to control but Puto is keeping him busy.
Puto tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Puto can't do much from the bottom here.
Hozdic controls the position from side control.#T10#
Puto struggling a bit here.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Puto keeps working.
Puto is trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic controlling from side mount. #T11#
Puto tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Puto is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
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.
Puto tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic staying calm.
You can see the frustration on Puto's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T12#
Puto regains half guard.
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Puto tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hozdic has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (19) vs (2) Puto
Puto is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.#T13#
Puto is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (22) vs (2) Puto
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Puto is in bad spot here.
#T14#
Hozdic trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Puto doesn't escape.
Puto is trying to break free.
Puto manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Puto.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (22) vs (4) Puto
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Puto wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 22 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic gave a mention to HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CWC 256
Date: Aug 22, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 5 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 19 losses; Maxim Bok!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Leandro Rodrigues and Seu Braga.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hozdic closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bok did well to prevent Hozdic getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Bok
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bok trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Bok wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Bok is pressing down on Hozdic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Bok looking for subs off his back but Hozdic has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bok is looking to get back to full guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Bok#T1#
Bok is looking for a sweep.
Bok is letting Hozdic control him for a moment.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Bok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bok tries to improve position but can't.
Bok is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T2#
Bok is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bok tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hozdic has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Bok
Bok working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Hozdic controlling from the full mount.
Bok is squirming around, avoiding Hozdic's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bok can't escape the position.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Bok tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic wants to control the pace but Bok is squirming around nicely.
Bok is working to get back to half guard.
Bok has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T5#
Hozdic looking to control but Bok is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic prevents Bok from getting the reversal.
Bok slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hozdic trying to control from half guard but Bok is working away.
Hozdic prevents Bok from improving his position.
Bok has a hand on Hozdic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hozdic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (0) Bok#T6#
Bok is looking to improve his position but Hozdic isn't that keen on the idea.
Bok looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (14) vs (0) Bok
Hozdic keeps control of the position as Bok tries to break free.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Bok's back but Bok is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Bok. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (14) vs (2) Bok
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Bok from controlling successfully.
Bok pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Hozdic is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (16) vs (2) Bok
Bok works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Bok is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Bok had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hozdic defends it easily.
Bok wants to improve his position but instead Hozdic has moved into half guard.
#T8#
Hozdic has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (19) vs (2) Bok
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bok can't escape the position.
#T9#
Bok gets back to half guard.
Bok wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Bok looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hozdic prevents Bok from improving his position.#T10#
Bok is looking to get back to full guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (22) vs (2) Bok
Bok is looking to reverse the position.
Bok is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
A lull in the action here.#T11#
Bok is trying to improve his position.
Hozdic staying calm.
Bok is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Bok tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.#T12#
Bok manages to get back to half guard.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hozdic prevents Bok from improving his position.
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T13#
Bok is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic tries to pass to full mount but Bok defends it.
Bok regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bok looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there. #T14#
Bok bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (22) vs (4) Bok
Bok stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Bok from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bok pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 22 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLS BALLS RECOVERY logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
OWGP RD 3
Date: Aug 14, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 4 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 16 losses; Prana Halo!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Alexandre Firmino and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hozdic darts in looking for a takedown but Halo gets double underhooks and turns Hozdic into the cage.
Halo with the counter takedown but Hozdic avoids it easily.
Halo looking for a takedown.
Hozdic tries for a takedown but Halo manages to get underhooks.
Halo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hozdic after a bit of a struggle.
Hozdic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Halo is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Halo gets underhooks to prevent Hozdic's takedown attempt.
Hozdic looking for a takedown.
Hozdic is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Halo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hozdic is working for takedown but Halo is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Halo is trying to trip Hozdic. He has hold of a leg but Hozdic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Halo persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Halo
Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Halo is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (4) vs (2) Halo
Halo is trying to escape the mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Halo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Halo tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Halo is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Hozdic manages to capitalize on a mistake by Halo to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (7) vs (2) Halo
Hozdic slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Halo tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Halo rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T2#
Halo wants to get back to full guard.
Halo has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Halo regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Halo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hozdic defends well.
Halo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (7) vs (4) Halo
Halo passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (7) Halo#SUB2#
Halo is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Hozdic has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Hozdic! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (9) vs (7) Halo
Halo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (9) vs (9) Halo#T3#
Hozdic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hozdic is holding on to half guard well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Halo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Halo wants to pass to mount but Hozdic is defending the position.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Halo has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Halo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hozdic doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Halo. #T4#
Halo trying to mount his opponent but Hozdic defends it. #SUB2#
Halo 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.
#SUB2#
Halo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hozdic is trying to control but can't.
#T5#
Hozdic controlling the position for now.
Halo wants to take a breather but Hozdic is having none of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hozdic manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Halo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Halo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Halo trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T6#
Hozdic pulls Halo in close to prevent any damage.
Halo pushes down on Hozdic's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Halo wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic won't allow Halo to pass to mount.
Halo wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Halo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hozdic is just riding it out for now. Halo eventually gives up the hold.
Hozdic holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T7#
Halo passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (9) vs (12) Halo
Hozdic stops Halo from passing to mount.
Halo advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hozdic (9) vs (14) Halo#SUB2#
Halo working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Hozdic turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Halo off and cradles Hozdic's limp body as Halo celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Prana Halo!
Prana Halo was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Dragan Hozdic was interviewed post fight and said 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
OWGP Sweet 16
Date: Aug 08, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 4 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 15 losses; Paul Hunt!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Thiago Cunha and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hozdic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hozdic showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Hunt
Hozdic controlling the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hunt manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hozdic passes Hunt's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hunt keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T1#
Hunt is trying to get back to full guard.
Hozdic not doing much here.
#T2#
Hunt is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hozdic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hozdic's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Hunt
Hozdic trying to control the position but Hunt manages to sink in the hooks.
Hozdic is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hunt just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
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.
Hunt controlling well, preventing Hozdic from escaping the position.
Hunt doesn't have the hooks in and Hozdic manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (4) Hunt
Hunt trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
Hunt lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (6) Hunt
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
Hunt trying to move into half guard but instead Hozdic has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (6) Hunt
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Hunt is keeping the position.
Hunt pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage. #T5#
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T6#
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hunt is keeping the position for now.
Hunt is pulling down on Hozdic's head. It's preventing any offense from Hozdic, at least for the moment.
Hunt is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic passes into half guard.
Hunt trying to control from the bottom.
#T7#
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hozdic is taking a breather. Hunt 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.
Hunt trying to control here.
#T8#
Hozdic stalling.
Hozdic'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.
Hunt wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T9#
Hunt manages to get to full guard.
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've been informed that Hunt has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hunt is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T10#
Hunt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hunt working a defensive guard here.
Hunt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.
Hunt looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there. #T11#
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Hunt is keeping the position.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T12#
Hunt is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hunt keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hunt looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T13#
Hunt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Hunt is trying to hold Hozdic in close to prevent damage but Hozdic has managed to pass into half guard.
Hunt is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hunt avoid being mounted?#T14#
Hozdic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hunt wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Hozdic is heads and Hunt is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 7 to 6.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Dragan Hozdic waved his t-shirt featuring HELLS BALLS RECOVERY's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
CWC 238
Date: Aug 01, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 4 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ernesto Llosa!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Luis Engracia and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Llosa leaves Hozdic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Llosa has managed to clinch.
#TD2#
Llosa tightens his grip and picks Hozdic up, before dumping him to the ground. Hozdic manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Llosa
Llosa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Llosa has gone for a leg lock! Hozdic slips out almost immediately though and dives into Llosa's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Llosa
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Llosa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hozdic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hozdic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1##SUB2#
Llosa has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hozdic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2##SUB2#
Llosa has his foot on Hozdic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hozdic works his way back into a safe position though.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Llosa controlling the position.
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Llosa trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Hozdic 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Llosa wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Llosa there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Llosa
Hozdic content just to control the position here. #T4#
Hozdic prevents Llosa from getting the reversal.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now. #T5#
Llosa is trying desperately to improve position.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Hozdic fails to move to back control. #T6#
Llosa is trying to escape the mount.
Llosa tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.
Llosa keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Llosa is still trying to improve position.
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T7#
Llosa is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Llosa tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Llosa is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Llosa has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Llosa keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hozdic controlling from mount.
Llosa looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (8) vs (2) Llosa
Llosa trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in. #T9#
Hozdic is hanging on to Llosa's back as he tries to escape.
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Llosa is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Llosa keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hozdic has the hooks in. Llosa is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hozdic has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Llosa's body.
#T10#
Llosa manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Llosa.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (8) vs (4) Llosa#T11#
Hozdic pulls Llosa in to control the position.
Llosa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Llosa won't allow Hozdic to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Llosa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T12#
Llosa trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic is controlling Llosa's posture.
Hozdic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Llosa tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Llosa trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hozdic manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (10) vs (4) Llosa
Llosa is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Llosa trying to control the position.
#T13##SUB2#
Llosa looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hozdic has picked Llosa up and slammed him! Llosa can't keep hold of the triangle and Hozdic manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (13) vs (4) Llosa
Hozdic slows the pace down.
Hozdic'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.
Llosa is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Llosa struggling a bit here.
Llosa tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
You can see the frustration on Llosa's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Llosa is trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 13 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
CWC 227
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 4 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 14 losses; David Allan Coe!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Alexandre Firmino and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Coe is fending him off so far but Hozdic persists. Nope, Coe circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Hozdic gets caught napping as Coe dives in and scores a takedown. Hozdic manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Coe
Coe trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Coe looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Coe 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.
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Coe controls the pace.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Coe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Coe trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Coe is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Coe has gone for a leg lock! Hozdic slips out almost immediately though and dives into Coe's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Coe#SUB2#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Coe has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Coe's legs - danger averted.#T2##SUB2#
Coe throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hozdic uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Coe
Coe tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Coe is trying to escape the position but Hozdic is controlling the position.
Coe tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic controls the position.
Coe is looking for a sweep.#T3#
You can see the frustration on Coe's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Coe looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Coe is looking to reverse the position.
Coe is letting Hozdic control him for a moment.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Coe is working from the bottom.
Coe is letting Hozdic control him for a moment. #T4#
Coe is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic controls the position.
Coe gets back to half guard.
Coe wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hozdic uses his free foot to push down on Coe's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Coe. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (2) Coe
Coe tries to improve his position but instead Hozdic has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (11) vs (2) Coe
Coe is really stuck here.
#T5#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Coe is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic controls the action.#T6#
Coe is trying to break free.
Hozdic trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Coe doesn't escape.
Coe wants to escape the position.
Hozdic is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Coe is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T7#
Coe trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Coe is in bad spot here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hozdic controlling the positon.
Coe tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
Hozdic slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T8#
Coe wants to escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Coe trying to control but not successfully. #T9#
Coe is in bad spot here.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Coe.
You can see the frustration on Coe's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
I would not like to be Coe right now.
#T10#
Coe tries to break free.
Coe trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Good control from Hozdic.
Coe is trying to break free.
#T11#
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Coe.
Coe tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Coe tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Coe really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now. #T12#
Coe tries to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Coe really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Coe tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Coe gets back to half guard.
Coe is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (14) vs (2) Coe#T13#
Hozdic controlling from mount.
Coe is trying to escape the mount.
Coe is still trying to improve position.
Coe wants to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic prevents Coe from getting the reversal.
Coe is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (17) vs (2) Coe#T14#
Coe is in bad spot here.
Hozdic biding his time, controlling Coe.
Hozdic tries to get the hooks in deep but Coe pushed the leg off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 17 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Dragan Hozdic thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Jul 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 11 losses; Steel Grappler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 3 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Albert Achterberg and Wagner Zegers.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Grappler gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hozdic to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grappler (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Grappler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grappler (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Grappler trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic pulls Grappler in close to prevent any damage.
Grappler wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T1#
Hozdic pulls Grappler in close to prevent any damage.
Grappler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic pulls Grappler in close to prevent any damage.
Grappler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Grappler looking to pass the guard.
Grappler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grappler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Grappler from controlling successfully. #T3#
Grappler passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Grappler (5) vs (2) Hozdic
Grappler trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Hozdic tries to improve position but can't.
Grappler is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hozdic 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.
Hozdic is trying to get back to half guard.#T5#
Hozdic is not content to let Grappler control the position.
Grappler takes a little break here. Hozdic wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T6#
Grappler trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Grappler controlling the position from side mount.
Hozdic wants to control but Grappler postures up.#T7#
Hozdic is not content to let Grappler control the position.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Grappler stalls from top position.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.
Grappler in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T8#
Grappler trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away. #SUB#
Grappler wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hozdic, who protects the arm well.
Grappler trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T9#
Grappler controlling the position.
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Grappler trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T10#
Grappler is really struggling to control Hozdic but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hozdic regains half guard.
Hozdic trying to control from the bottom.
Well, if Grappler is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T11#
Hozdic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Grappler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Grappler is fighting to break Hozdic's control of his arms but Hozdic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T12#
Grappler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grappler is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Grappler tries to pass.
Grappler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grappler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T13#
Grappler wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Grappler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Grappler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic 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.
Grappler passes Hozdic's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T14#
Grappler is keen to just control but Hozdic is a slippery customer.
Hozdic is holding on to half guard well.
Grappler wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic is in trouble now - Grappler has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Grappler (8) vs (2) Hozdic
Grappler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grappler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Grappler takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Steel Grappler is the new super heavyweight champion!
Steel Grappler decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Dragan Hozdic was interviewed post fight and said 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jul 09, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Galtero El Toro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 3 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Paul Aken and Aafke Stam.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
El Toro gets in close and instigates a clinch.
El Toro prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hozdic is working for takedown but El Toro is calmly controlling the position for now.
El Toro goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hozdic prevents it.
El Toro tries for a takedown but Hozdic manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
El Toro has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Hozdic is trying to keep an underhook but El Toro manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: El Toro (2) vs (0) Hozdic
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
El Toro trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
El Toro performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
El Toro seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
El Toro trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
El Toro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hozdic holds on and takes a little breather.
El Toro 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.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing El Toro from controlling successfully.
El Toro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing El Toro from controlling successfully.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T3#
El Toro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
El Toro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
El Toro wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
El Toro trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
El Toro looking to pass the guard.
El Toro trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Hozdic controlling El Toro's posture.
Hozdic can't keep his opponent in guard - El Toro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but El Toro has control of the leg. #SUB#
El Toro is working for a submission of some sort.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.#T5##SUB#
El Toro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hozdic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hozdic regains full guard. Nicely done.
El Toro is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: El Toro (2) vs (4) Hozdic
Hozdic looking to control and managing it successfully.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T6#
El Toro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hozdic content just to control the position here.
El Toro is trying to escape the mount.
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hozdic wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T7#
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
El Toro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hozdic looking to control and managing it successfully.
El Toro working to try and regain half guard.
#T8#
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
El Toro is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
El Toro is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.#T9#
El Toro tries to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic prevents El Toro from getting the reversal.
Hozdic moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: El Toro (2) vs (7) Hozdic#T10#
Hozdic controls the action.
El Toro wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
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.
El Toro is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
El Toro is really stuck here.
#T11##SUB2#
Hozdic working for the choke.
Hozdic controls the action.
El Toro controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt.
Hozdic controlling the position well here. El Toro rolled but Hozdic kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T12#
El Toro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
El Toro trying to control the hands but Hozdic won't let him.
Hozdic trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure El Toro doesn't escape.
El Toro wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free. #T13#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hozdic controlling the positon.
Hozdic looking to hold on to the position here but El Toro rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Hozdic pushing down on El Toro's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
El Toro gets full guard.#T14#
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. El Toro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic forces his way into half guard.
Hozdic is pressing down on El Toro's thigh, looking to free his foot. El Toro is holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is thwarting El Toro's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 7 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 08, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Vincenzo Lambrucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 3 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paul Aken and Albert Achterberg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic dives in and grabs Lambrucci's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lambrucci pushes down on Hozdic's head and hops out.
Hozdic shoots in but no luck this time.
Hozdic closes the distance and clinches up with Lambrucci, looking for a takedown. Hozdic pushes Lambrucci against the cage but Lambrucci circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Vincenzo Lambrucci has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.#CL#
Lambrucci has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Lambrucci is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Hozdic can't fight it off and eventually Lambrucci manages to take the fight to the floor. Hozdic looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lambrucci (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Lambrucci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Lambrucci wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lambrucci wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Lambrucci from controlling successfully.
Lambrucci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Lambrucci trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Lambrucci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lambrucci is fighting to break Hozdic's control of his arms but Hozdic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Lambrucci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Lambrucci slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Lambrucci trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Lambrucci slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Lambrucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Lambrucci wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Lambrucci looking to pass the guard.
Lambrucci is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic pulls Lambrucci in to control the position.
Lambrucci wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Lambrucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lambrucci controls the pace.#T4#
Lambrucci being controlled here momentarily.
Lambrucci showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hozdic controlling Lambrucci's posture.
Lambrucci looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lambrucci (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Lambrucci looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there. #T5#
Lambrucci controlling the position.
Lambrucci wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Lambrucci trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Lambrucci wants to control the position but Hozdic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lambrucci wants to get back to full guard.
Lambrucci trying to control from the bottom.
#T6#
The fighters are battling for position here. Lambrucci manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Lambrucci being controlled here, momentarily.
Lambrucci wants to sweep but no luck.
Lambrucci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Lambrucci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.#T7#
Lambrucci looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lambrucci pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Lambrucci looking to control.
Hozdic sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lambrucci looking to control.
#T8#
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lambrucci is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Lambrucci.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Lambrucci wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Lambrucci is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lambrucci is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lambrucci (4) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic won't allow Lambrucci to pass to mount. #T9#
Lambrucci not doing much here.
Hozdic is trying to maintain the position but Lambrucci is very close to passing his half guard.
Lambrucci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hozdic is controlling Lambrucci's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Lambrucci trying to control from half guard but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic regains full guard. Nicely done. #T10#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Lambrucci tries to pass.
Lambrucci looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lambrucci (4) vs (4) Hozdic
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lambrucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lambrucci, not yet.
Lambrucci trying to control the position here.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T11#
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Lambrucci.
Lambrucci wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Lambrucci there! Score +3 for passing guard: Lambrucci (4) vs (7) Hozdic
Lambrucci wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lambrucci is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Lambrucci (4) vs (10) Hozdic
Lambrucci is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Hozdic gets his hands free as Lambrucci looks to control.
Lambrucci is in bad spot here.
Hozdic keeps control of the position easily here as Lambrucci tries to buck him off.
#SUB2#
Hozdic is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Lambrucci knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Lambrucci for a finish.
Lambrucci trying to control the position but Hozdic manages to sink in the hooks.
Hozdic has good solid back control here.
Lambrucci tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
#T13#
Hozdic controls the action.
Lambrucci rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Lambrucci is trying to get back to full guard.
Lambrucci desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Lambrucci is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.#T14#
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lambrucci makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lambrucci.
Lambrucci controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
Hozdic advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lambrucci (4) vs (13) Hozdic
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lambrucci is being controlled here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 13 to 4.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Dragan Hozdic made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jun 30, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Cedric Simard! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 3 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Stewart Dunkirk and Cecil Peabody.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hozdic gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Simard (0) vs (4) Hozdic
Simard trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.
Simard can't do much from the bottom here.
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
Simard is trying to improve his position.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic slows the pace down. #T1#
It looks like Hozdic 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.#T2#
My spies in Hitters inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hozdic.
Simard holds on to Hozdic's head and controls the position momentarily.
Hozdic in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T4#
Yet more stalling tactics from Hozdic.#T5#
Hozdic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T6#
Simard tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic controlling the position. #T7##T8#
Hozdic working away.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Simard is working away.
Hozdic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Simard will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Simard is trying to improve his position.#T9#
Simard being controlled for a moment. #T10#
Simard struggling a bit here.
Simard is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T11#
Simard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Hozdic seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T12#
Simard tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Well,Simard is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Hozdic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Simard! Score +3 for passing guard: Simard (0) vs (7) Hozdic#T13#
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Hozdic wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T14#
Hozdic content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic wants to control the pace but Simard is squirming around nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 7 to 0.
An out of breath and clearly excited Dragan Hozdic thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Leandro Lo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 3 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Frank Dennis and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nice sprawl there from Lo as Hozdic shoots in.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lo (0) vs (2) Hozdic
My spies in Hitters inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hozdic is trying to control. Lo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lo wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Lo preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T1#
Lo trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (0) vs (5) Hozdic
Lo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lo wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.#T2#
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Lo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lo tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
We've been hearing good reports from Lo's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Lo tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.#T3#
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Lo is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Lo tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T4#
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hozdic avoids the attempt from Lo to control.
Lo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hozdic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Hozdic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Lo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T6#
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.
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lo tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic avoids the attempt from Lo to control.#T8#
Lo is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Hozdic wants to control the pace but Lo is squirming around nicely.
Lo is trying to escape the mount.
Hozdic controlling from mount. #T9#
Lo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lo is trying desperately to improve position.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic prevents Lo from getting the reversal.#T10#
Hozdic controlling from mount.
Lo is looking to get to half guard.
Hozdic works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Lo (0) vs (8) Hozdic
Hozdic is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T11#
Lo is really stuck here.
Lo staying busy and making it hard for Hozdic to control.
Lo breaks Hozdic's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lo (2) vs (8) Hozdic
Lo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hozdic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T12#
Lo preventing the sweep.
Well,Lo is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Lo tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lo is one step ahead there.
Hozdic controlling Lo's posture. #T13#
Lo wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Lo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lo stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.#T14#
Hozdic has Lo pulled in close to control his posture.
Lo is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic pulls Lo in to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lo is fighting to break Hozdic's control of his arms but Hozdic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 8 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLS BALLS RECOVERY logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CACC 202: Pavlov vs Archer II
Date: May 30, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Bill Bright! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 3 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hozdic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Bright is working for takedown but Hozdic is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Bright has hold of one of Hozdic's legs. Hozdic is fighting the takedown attempt but Bright gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bright (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Bright trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Bright is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hozdic is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hozdic has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bright (2) vs (2) Hozdic#SUB#
Bright working for submissions but it's allowed Hozdic to get to half guard.
Bright's coaches at Viking Bizorkers have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Bright defends it.
Bright is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T2#
Bright has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Bright is pressing down on Hozdic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hozdic trying to control but Bright is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bright has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Bright's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Bright trying to control the position.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Bright wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Bright keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Bright.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Bright keeps moving.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Bright is keeping the position.#SUB#
Bright working for a triangle but Hozdic defends it easily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T5##SUB#
Bright is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hozdic defends well.
Hozdic trying to control but Bright is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T6#
Hozdic works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hozdic passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bright (2) vs (5) Hozdic
Bright tries to improve his position but instead Hozdic has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bright (2) vs (8) Hozdic
Hozdic is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T7#
Hozdic is looking to control Bright but Bright is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Bright tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hozdic looking to control but Bright is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Bright is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Bright bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bright (4) vs (8) Hozdic#SUB#
Bright is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hozdic is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hozdic has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bright (4) vs (10) Hozdic
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bright swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9##SUB#
Bright working for a triangle but Hozdic defends it easily.
Bright not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bright swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic trying to control but Bright is working from the bottom. #T10##SUB#
Bright escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hozdic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bright might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T11##SUB#
Bright escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hozdic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Bright (4) vs (13) Hozdic#T12#
Bright is being controlled here.
Bright tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Bright sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bright is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Hozdic trying to control from half guard but Bright is working away.
Hozdic is pressing down on Bright's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bright is holding on for now.
Bright trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bright (4) vs (16) Hozdic#T14#
Hozdic wants to take Bright's back but he can't do it this time.
Hozdic content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bright keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 16 to 4. Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLS BALLS RECOVERY logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
The defeated Bill Bright had this to say: 'I hate millwall'. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: May 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Jamaica Jones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, David Schapiro and John Roberts.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Hozdic gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Jones gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jones (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Jones slows the pace down in half guard.
Hozdic won't allow Jones to pass to mount.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Jones keeps him under control.
Hozdic trying to get back to full guard but Jones takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jones (5) vs (0) Hozdic
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Jones (8) vs (0) Hozdic#SUB#
Hozdic preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Jones. #T1#
Hozdic manages to reverse the position and now he's in Jones's guard. Nice work there by Hozdic.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jones (8) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Jones might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jones keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic pushes down on Jones's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Hozdic not doing much here.
Jones manages to get to full guard.
Jones trying to control the position.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.
Jones looking to control.
Jones is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Jones's legs - danger averted.
Jones wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Hozdic controlling from the top position.
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Jones looking for subs off his back but Hozdic has passed one foot through into half guard.
Jones is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Hozdic slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Hozdic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Jones wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic is looking to advance position but Jones won't allow it. #T6#
Jones is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jones trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jones (8) vs (5) Hozdic
Jones is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Jones (8) vs (8) Hozdic
Jones rolls, trying to escape but Hozdic keeps control of the position.
Hozdic controlling the position well here. Jones rolled but Hozdic kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Jones wants to escape the position.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T7#
Jones manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Jones.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jones (10) vs (8) Hozdic
Jones trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic trying to control the position.
Hozdic pulls Jones in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hozdic working for a triangle but Jones defends it easily.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.
Jones postures up.
#T9#
Jones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jones controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones is stalling in the full guard. #T10#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Jones tries to pass.
Jones trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T11#
Jones is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic is adopting a defensive guard.
Jones postures up.
Jones advances to half guard.
Hozdic won't allow Jones to pass to mount. #T12#
Jones is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Jones 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.
Jones wants to pass to mount but Hozdic is defending the position. #T13#
Hozdic wants to control but Jones is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Jones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Jones is looking for a kimura here.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic is positioning himself well to prevent Jones advancing to mount.
Well, if Jones is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T14#
Jones is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hozdic controlling the position well.
Hozdic is pressing down on Jones's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic has control of Jones's left arm, preventing Jones from doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jones takes the fight on points by 10 to 8.
A victorious Jamaica Jones thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Dragan Hozdic stepped up to the mic, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 9 losses; Aedan Declan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, David Schapiro and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Declan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Declan (4) vs (0) Hozdic
Declan controls the position.
Declan tries to advance to mount but Hozdic instead regains half guard.
Declan trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well.
Hozdic is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hozdic controlling Declan's posture.
Declan trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T1#
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Hozdic seems keen to control Declan's posture.
Declan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Declan tries to pass. #T2#
Declan is working hard here to advance position.
Declan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Declan trying to move into half guard but instead Hozdic has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Declan (4) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic won't allow Declan to sweep him here.
Declan has control of Hozdic's left arm, preventing Hozdic from doing any damage.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hozdic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Declan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Declan looking for a guillotine here but Hozdic defends easily.
Declan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Declan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hozdic has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (4) vs (5) Hozdic#T4#
Declan tries to improve position but can't.
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
Declan can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Declan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T5#
Declan is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Declan avoid being mounted?
Declan is pressing down on Hozdic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've been hearing good reports from Declan's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Declan holds on and takes a little breather.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Declan is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Declan wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Declan there! Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (4) vs (8) Hozdic#T6#
Declan is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hozdic takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Declan (4) vs (11) Hozdic
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hozdic controlling the positon.
Declan trying to control but not successfully. #T7#
Hozdic is hanging on to Declan's back as he tries to escape.
Declan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Declan wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Declan is trying to control but can't.
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T8#
Declan trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Declan wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Declan wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Declan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Declan regains full guard. Nicely done. #T9#
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Declan wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Declan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Declan controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself. #T10#
Declan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic postures up.
Declan looking for a sweep. Not yet Declan, not yet.
Declan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Declan pulls Hozdic in close to his closed guard and prevents Hozdic from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hozdic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Declan's guard.
Hozdic prevents Declan from improving his position.
Declan trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Declan is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Declan is defending well.
Declan keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Declan trying to control from the bottom.
Hozdic passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Declan! Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (4) vs (14) Hozdic
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount. #T12#
Declan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic is trying to take his opponent's back.
Declan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Declan looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Declan (4) vs (17) Hozdic
What can Declan do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Declan is trying to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T13#
Declan wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
You can see the frustration on Declan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Declan trying to control but not successfully. #T14#
Hozdic has the hooks in. Declan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hozdic avoiding Declan 's attempts to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Declan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hozdic is not going to allow Declan to sit and survive in this position.
Declan wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Declan.
Hozdic is hanging on to Declan's back as he tries to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 17 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (265lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 14 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Lou da Vinci and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Jello scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Jello wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Jello keeps him under control.
Hozdic has his hands clasped together around Jello's back. He's all about the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jello is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hozdic doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jello. #T1#
Jello trying to control the pace.
Jello is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Jello is taking a breather. Hozdic 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#
Jello is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Jello wants to advance to full mount but Hozdic doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Jello looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Hozdic looking to control.
Jello slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Jello looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (2) Hozdic
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jello is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (4) vs (2) Hozdic
Jello slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (7) vs (2) Hozdic#SUB#
Jello working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Jello working away.
Hozdic manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jello's best efforts.
Hozdic is staying active underneath Jello, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Jello is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic is not content to let Jello control the position.
Jello trying to control from Hozdic's half guard. Hozdic has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T5#
Hozdic pulls Jello in close to his closed guard and prevents Jello from doing any damage or advancing position.
Jello stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jello trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jello pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Jello trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Jello's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Jello being controlled here momentarily.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Jello from controlling successfully.
Hozdic seems keen to control Jello's posture.#T7#
Jello controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jello is looking to pass into half guard but Hozdic pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hozdic is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (7) vs (4) Hozdic
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Jello trying to control the position.
#T8#
Jello is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Jello 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.
Jello is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T9#
Hozdic slips nicely into half guard.
Jello trying to control here.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but Jello defending well.
Hozdic not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Jello is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jello trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (7) vs (7) Hozdic
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jello is trying to escape the mount.
#T11#
Hozdic is looking to take Jello's back but instead Jello gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Jello preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hozdic is controlling the pace.
Jello tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg. #T12#
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Jello is trying to get back to full guard.
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Jello is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T13#
Hozdic controlling the pace.
Jello is trying to control but can't.
Jello controlling the position well.
Jello is trying to control but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (7) vs (10) Hozdic
Jello tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.#T14#
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jello is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jello holds on to Hozdic as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 10 to 7.
An out of breath and clearly excited Dragan Hozdic thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Moldy Jello spoke after the fight, saying 'I like big butts!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (265lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 13 losses; Sven Kristian Nielsen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Reed Andrews and Joseph Jones.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Hozdic rushes Nielsen and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Nielsen manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Nielsen looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hozdic passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (3) Hozdic
Nielsen struggling a bit here.
Hozdic controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nielsen 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.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Nielsen is trying to improve his position.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Hozdic working away.
Nielsen tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Nielsen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nielsen is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Nielsen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nielsen trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (6) Hozdic#T2#
Hozdic prevents Nielsen from getting the reversal.
Nielsen tries to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic looking to control and managing it successfully.
Nielsen tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic prevents Nielsen from getting the reversal.
Hozdic content just to control the position here.
Nielsen keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Nielsen sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is defending well.
Nielsen tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Nielsen manages to get to full guard.
Nielsen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there. #T4##SUB#
Nielsen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Nielsen looking to control but Hozdic passes into half guard.
Nielsen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T5#
Hozdic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nielsen is looking to get back to full guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (9) Hozdic
Hozdic just content to control the position.
Nielsen tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T6#
You can see the frustration on Nielsen's face as Hozdic controls the position.
Nielsen is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control. #T7#
The referee asks Hozdic politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hozdic prefers to stall for the moment though.
It looks like Hozdic 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.
Nielsen is looking to reverse the position.
Nielsen is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
Nielsen is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T8#
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.
Nielsen is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Nielsen is looking for a sweep.#T9#
Nielsen is trying to escape the position but Hozdic is controlling the position.
Nielsen is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Nielsen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Nielsen is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic moves into full mount! Nielsen won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (12) Hozdic
Nielsen tries to reverse the position but Hozdic maintains control.
Nielsen sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T10#
Nielsen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Nielsen is defending the position.
Nielsen is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nielsen regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nielsen looking for a sweep. Not yet Nielsen, not yet.
Hozdic controlling from the top position. #T11#
Nielsen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Nielsen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nielsen looking for a sweep. Not yet Nielsen, not yet.
Hozdic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nielsen's guard.
Nielsen wants to get back to full guard.#T12#
Nielsen is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nielsen avoid being mounted?
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Hozdic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nielsen is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nielsen avoid being mounted?
Nielsen wants to get back to full guard.
Hozdic is taking a breather. Nielsen 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.#T13#
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hozdic prevents Nielsen from improving his position.#SUB#
Nielsen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hozdic prevents Nielsen from improving his position.
Nielsen has a hand on Hozdic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hozdic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (15) Hozdic#T14#
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Nielsen wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Nielsen (0) vs (18) Hozdic
Nielsen tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Nielsen trying to control but not successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nielsen tries to roll but Hozdic sticks to his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 18 to 0.
Dragan Hozdic took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
CACC 184: Hozdic vs Neuer
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Manuel Neuer!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Neuer gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Neuer is trying to trip Hozdic. He has hold of a leg but Hozdic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Neuer persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Neuer
Hozdic controlling Neuer's posture.
Neuer tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic is pulling down on Neuer's head. It's preventing any offense from Neuer, at least for the moment.
Hozdic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Neuer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hozdic manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Neuer has Hozdic in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Neuer
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neuer keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #T1#
Neuer bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Neuer
Neuer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Neuer postures up.
Neuer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic trying to keep a closed guard but Neuer is proving a slippery customer.
Neuer tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T2#
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic is adopting a defensive guard.
Neuer looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Neuer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hozdic manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Neuer has Hozdic in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (4) Neuer
Hozdic looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Neuer is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (6) Neuer
Neuer passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (4) vs (9) Neuer
Neuer pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Neuer swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Hozdic is now in Neuer's guard. A big mistake from Neuer there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (9) Neuer#T4#
Neuer tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Neuer keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #SUB2#
Neuer throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hozdic escapes and throws Neuer's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (9) vs (9) Neuer
A lull in the action here as Hozdic stalls from top position.
Neuer is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Neuer keeps trying to improve his position.
Neuer is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
A lull in the action here as Hozdic stalls from top position.
Neuer sneaks back into half guard.
Neuer 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.
Neuer tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Neuer manages to get to full guard.
Neuer wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment. #T7#
Hozdic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hozdic works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hozdic prevents Neuer from improving his position.
Hozdic trying to control the pace.
Neuer is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard. #T8#
Neuer wants to sweep but Hozdic has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (12) vs (9) Neuer
Neuer tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Neuer is working away.
Neuer is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic wants to control but Neuer is keeping him busy.
Neuer is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control. #T9#
Neuer gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Neuer is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hozdic jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (15) vs (9) Neuer
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Neuer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Neuer tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T10#
Hozdic controls the position.
Neuer is trying to improve his position.#T11#
Hozdic trying to control the position but Neuer is working away.
Neuer is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hozdic off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (15) vs (13) Neuer#SUB2#
Neuer is looking for a choke. Hozdic gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Hozdic manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (17) vs (13) Neuer
Neuer wants to improve his position but instead Hozdic has moved into half guard.
Neuer wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (20) vs (13) Neuer#T12#
Hozdic happy to just control the position for now.
Neuer is trying to get back to half guard.
Neuer seems a little lost for a moment, as Hozdic dominates the positioning.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Neuer keeps working.
Neuer tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position. #T13#
Neuer sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Neuer wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Neuer works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Neuer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hozdic trying to control but Neuer is working from the bottom. #T14#
Neuer wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Neuer there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (23) vs (13) Neuer
Neuer is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hozdic wants to control the pace but Neuer is squirming around nicely.
Neuer tries to improve his position but instead Hozdic has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (26) vs (13) Neuer
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
I would not like to be Neuer right now.
Neuer is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 26 to 13.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Dragan Hozdic waved his t-shirt featuring HELLS BALLS RECOVERY's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
CACC 178: Hozdic vs Morgan
Date: Mar 14, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Jack Morgan!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Morgan clinches up against the ropes.
Morgan drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hozdic pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Morgan takes the fight into the clinch.
Morgan is trying to drag Hozdic to the mat but Hozdic just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Hozdic has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Morgan after a bit of a struggle.
Hozdic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Morgan is defending well.
Morgan is pressed up against the ropes. Hozdic has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Morgan down to the mat. Morgan avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Hozdic drives through and clinches with Morgan against the ropes.
#TD2#
Morgan pulls guard effortlessly.
Morgan is pulling down on Hozdic's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Morgan keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #T1#
Morgan has control of Hozdic's left arm, preventing Hozdic from doing any damage.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Morgan keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Hozdic being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Morgan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Morgan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Morgan wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Morgan has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position.
Hozdic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Morgan is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Morgan controlling Hozdic's posture. #T4#
Morgan wants to sweep but no luck.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Morgan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Morgan is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T5#
Morgan wants to control the position but Hozdic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Morgan tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Hozdic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Morgan defends it.
Morgan wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
#T6#
Morgan is controlling Hozdic's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Hozdic is pressing down on Morgan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Morgan is holding on for now.
Morgan is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morgan trying to control here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7#
Hozdic not doing much here.
Morgan is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard.
Hozdic tries to pass to full mount but Morgan defends it.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Morgan is working from the bottom. #T8#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Morgan wants to control the action here but instead Hozdic manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (3) vs (0) Morgan
Morgan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T9#
Morgan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Morgan is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hozdic trying to control but Morgan is having none of it.
Morgan is working to get back to half guard.
Morgan is still trying to improve position.#T10#
Morgan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T11#
Hozdic controlling from the full mount.
Morgan is desperately trying to improve his position but Hozdic has a good base and remains in mount.
Morgan wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.
Hozdic wants to take his opponent's back but Morgan doesn't allow it.
Morgan has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T12#
Morgan tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Morgan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hozdic fails to advance to Morgan's back. #T13#
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Morgan manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Morgan tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Morgan is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Morgan is trying to get back to full guard.#T14#
Hozdic is taking a breather. Morgan 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.
Morgan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Morgan is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morgan is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview.
Jack Morgan spoke after the fight, saying 'Shit was rigged. Ref is a bum! Judges suck ass. Whatever.'. |
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Event:
CACC 173: Hozdic vs Nielsen 3
Date: Feb 21, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 12 losses; Sven Kristian Nielsen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Stewart Dunkirk and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hozdic.
Nielsen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Hozdic closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nielsen to the mat! Nielsen manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nielsen (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Nielsen working a defensive guard here.
Nielsen looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hozdic puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nielsen wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
We've been hearing good reports from Nielsen's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Nielsen trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (5) Hozdic
Nielsen looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Nielsen (0) vs (8) Hozdic#T1#
Nielsen is trying to break free.
Hozdic biding his time, looking for the opening.
It looks like Hozdic 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.
I really don't envy Nielsen right now.
#T2#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Nielsen manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Nielsen.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nielsen (2) vs (8) Hozdic
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Nielsen tries to pass.
Nielsen is fighting to break Hozdic's control of his arms but Hozdic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nielsen works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Hozdic is staying active underneath Nielsen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hozdic is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nielsen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nielsen's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nielsen (2) vs (12) Hozdic
Nielsen can't escape the position.
My spies in Hells Balls Gym inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hozdic biding his time, looking for the opening.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Nielsen manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nielsen (4) vs (12) Hozdic
Hozdic can't keep his opponent in guard - Nielsen advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nielsen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nielsen not doing much here.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy. #T4#
Nielsen tries to pass to full mount but Hozdic defends it.
Hozdic wants to control but Nielsen is keeping busy.
Nielsen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hozdic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nielsen is keen to just control but Hozdic is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Nielsen is working for a submission of some sort.
Nielsen is keen to just control but Hozdic is a slippery customer.#T5#
Hozdic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Nielsen from controlling successfully.
Nielsen passes into half guard. #SUB#
Nielsen wants to work for an arm triangle but Hozdic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hozdic keeping hold of Nielsen's head, controlling as best he can.
Nielsen trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T6#
Nielsen trying to mount his opponent but Hozdic defends it.
Nielsen trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Nielsen is controlling well.
Nielsen slows the pace down in half guard.
Nielsen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T7#
Hozdic tries to roll over but Nielsen keeps him under control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic is staying active underneath Nielsen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nielsen trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well.
Nielsen wants to take a breather but Hozdic is having none of it.
Nielsen is looking to advance position but Hozdic won't allow it.
Hozdic is trying to control but can't.
Hozdic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T8#
Hozdic is looking to control Nielsen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hozdic avoid being mounted?
Nielsen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hozdic preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Nielsen trying to control from Hozdic's half guard. Hozdic has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T9#
Nielsen wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Nielsen trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic pulls Nielsen in close to prevent any damage.
Nielsen controlling from the top position.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Nielsen tries to pass. #T10#
Nielsen is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Nielsen from controlling successfully.
Nielsen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic is trying to keep Nielsen in close.
#T11#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Nielsen from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is adopting a defensive guard.
Nielsen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Nielsen controlling him for the moment.
Nielsen wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T12#
Hozdic controlling the position.
Nielsen tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Nielsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nielsen looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nielsen (4) vs (14) Hozdic
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Nielsen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T13#
Nielsen 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.
Nielsen is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Nielsen has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hozdic has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (4) vs (17) Hozdic
Nielsen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic staying calm.#T14#
Nielsen tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Nielsen manages to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 17 to 4. Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Dragan Hozdic made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 06, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Hozdic moves into the clinch.#BC#
Hozdic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A punch combination from Alvarez misses. #CL#
Hozdic has closed the distance and engaged Alvarez in a clinch.
Hozdic pushes Alvarez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Alvarez wants to get back to striking at distance but Hozdic won't allow it.
A short left from Hozdic.
Alvarez wants to get back to striking at distance but Hozdic won't allow it.
#BC#
Hozdic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hozdic staying out of range there.
Hozdic throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD#
Hozdic closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Alvarez did well to prevent Hozdic getting side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Hozdic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Alvarez has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Hozdic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Alvarez is just riding it out for now. Hozdic eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alvarez is trying to stand.
#T1##SUB#
Hozdic is looking for a kimura but Alvarez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hozdic to get the leverage.
Hozdic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hozdic looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Alvarez wants to get back to his feet.
Hozdic is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Hozdic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hozdic trying to advance position but Alvarez counters by regaining guard.
Hozdic works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Hozdic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Alvarez has managed to free his arm - good work.
Alvarez avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hozdic. #T2##SUB#
Hozdic is trying to work for a kimura but Alvarez is defending well.
Hozdic slips a nice elbow through Alvarez's hands, connecting with Alvarez's forehead.#SUB#
Hozdic looking for a submission but Alvarez manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Hozdic working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hozdic keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Alvarez's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hozdic postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hozdic stands up over Alvarez, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Alvarez is keeping the position.#SUB#
Hozdic drops back looking for a leg! Alvarez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Alvarez manages to kick Hozdic off! Hozdic jumps back into Alvarez's guard. #T3#
Hozdic postures up and lands a big shot to Alvarez's brow.
Hozdic chips away with some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Alvarez can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic advances position into side control!
Hozdic creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Alvarez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Hozdic tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Hozdic in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Alvarez is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dragan Hozdic!
Dragan Hozdic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLS BALLS RECOVERY logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CACC 164: Hozdic vs Sparxx II
Date: Jan 24, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 22 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hozdic showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (0) vs (2) Hozdic
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Sparxx wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hozdic is controlling the pace.
Sparxx trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Hozdic prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
Hozdic slows the pace down in half guard.
Sparxx trying to control here.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Sparxx is defending the position.
My spies in Hells Balls Gym inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg. #T3#
Hozdic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
Hozdic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sparxx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Hozdic uses his free foot to push down on Sparxx's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Sparxx. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (5) Hozdic
Sparxx tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position but Hozdic isn't that keen on the idea.
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T5#
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sparxx doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Sparxx is controlling an arm, preventing Hozdic from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T6#
Hozdic looking to control but Sparxx is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sparxx is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sparxx tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sparxx can't escape the position.
Hozdic tries to control but Sparxx wriggling away.
Sparxx wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (0) vs (8) Hozdic#T7#
Hozdic keeps control of the position as Sparxx tries to break free.
Hozdic is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Sparxx is really stuck here.
#T8#
Sparxx trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Sparxx is in bad spot here.
Sparxx is working hard here to advance position.
Sparxx trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Sparxx is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T9#
Sparxx just trying to survive but Hozdic is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
A lull in the action here.
Hozdic is riding his opponent, not letting Sparxx buck him off.
Sparxx can't escape the position.
Hozdic avoiding Sparxx 's attempts to control his hands.
Sparxx turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (8) Hozdic#T10#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hozdic holds on and takes a little breather.
Sparxx trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Sparxx definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hozdic trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Sparxx drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hozdic looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hozdic looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hozdic! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sparxx (2) vs (12) Hozdic#T11#
Hozdic controlling the position.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away.
Hozdic working away.#T12#
Sparxx is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hozdic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Sparxx has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Sparxx wants to get back to full guard.#T13#
Hozdic passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (15) Hozdic
Sparxx tries to control Hozdic's body but Hozdic pushes him off. Sparxx squirms to his side and now Hozdic has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (2) vs (18) Hozdic
Sparxx is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Sparxx looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hozdic.
#T14#
Sparxx is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hozdic.
Hozdic trying to control.
Sparxx is really stuck here.
Hozdic not allowing Sparxx to control his hands.
Hozdic trying to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 18 to 2. Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview.
Tyrone Sparxx was interviewed post fight and said 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
CACC 158: Hozdic vs Morgan
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Richard Morgan!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, George Francis and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hozdic.
Morgan stuffs the takedown.
Morgan with the counter takedown but Hozdic avoids it easily.#CL#
Hozdic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hozdic gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Morgan.
Hozdic changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Morgan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
We've been hearing reports that Hozdic has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. 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.#CL#
Hozdic moves into the clinch.
Morgan tries for a takedown but Hozdic manages to get underhooks.
#T1##TD#
Hozdic lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Morgan
Morgan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Morgan
Hozdic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hozdic holds on and takes a little breather.
Morgan trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Morgan is fighting to break Hozdic's control of his arms but Hozdic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Morgan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Morgan trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Morgan tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic looking to control.
Hozdic can't keep his opponent in guard - Morgan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hozdic is trying to maintain the position but Morgan is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Morgan is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morgan stands and throws Hozdic's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (5) Morgan
Morgan tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hozdic's legs.
Hozdic regains half guard there - taking advantage of Morgan's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Morgan prevents Hozdic from improving his position.
Morgan tries to pass to full mount but Hozdic defends it.
Morgan is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Morgan wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hozdic moves into full guard.
#T5#
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Morgan postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Morgan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Morgan is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (6) vs (5) Morgan
Morgan is squirming around, avoiding Hozdic's attempts to control the action.
Morgan regains half guard.
Morgan is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6##SUB2#
Morgan looking for subs from the bottom but Hozdic mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (9) vs (5) Morgan
Morgan looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (12) vs (5) Morgan
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
You can see the frustration on Morgan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Morgan trying to control the hands but Hozdic breaks the grip.
I really don't envy Morgan right now.
#T7#
Hozdic biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hozdic trying to control.
Morgan can't escape the position.
Hozdic trying to control momentarily.
#T8#
Morgan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Morgan with the active half guard here but Hozdic passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (15) vs (5) Morgan
Morgan is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Morgan tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position. #T9#
Morgan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hozdic off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (15) vs (9) Morgan
Morgan is controlling the position but Hozdic somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Morgan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Morgan tries to pass.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully. #T10#
Morgan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Morgan looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (17) vs (9) Morgan
Morgan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Morgan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (17) vs (11) Morgan#T11#
Morgan is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hozdic won't allow Morgan to pass to mount.
Morgan passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (17) vs (14) Morgan
Morgan wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hozdic can't escape the position.
#T12#
Morgan wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Morgan works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (17) vs (17) Morgan
A lull in the action here.
Morgan controls the action.
Morgan wants to control but Hozdic manages to buck him off and is now in Morgan's guard! Nice work there by Hozdic! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (19) vs (17) Morgan
Morgan working a defensive guard but Hozdic manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (22) vs (17) Morgan#T13#
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morgan keeps working.
Morgan is trying to get back to half guard.#T14#
Morgan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Morgan keeps trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Morgan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 22 to 17.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC 154: Hozdic vs Bok II
Date: Dec 20, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 15 losses; Maxim Bok! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, John Kavanagh and John Roberts.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hozdic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bok drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hozdic sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Bok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hozdic quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bok (2) vs (0) Hozdic#SUB#
Hozdic is defending against the submission attempts here by Bok.
Hozdic is trying to control but can't.
Hozdic is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Bok is staying active.
Bok is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hozdic reverses the position - he's now on top in Bok's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (2) vs (2) Hozdic
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic won't allow Bok to sweep him here. #T1#
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bok tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Bok working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hozdic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hozdic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bok manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (4) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Bok controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Bok trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Bok wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bok wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Bok wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.#T3#
Hozdic is controlling Bok's posture.
Bok trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Bok postures up.
Bok wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T4#
Bok trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Bok from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Bok postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hozdic holds on and takes a little breather.
Bok looking to pass the guard.
Bok might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T5#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hozdic is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (4) vs (4) Hozdic
Bok lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (6) vs (4) Hozdic
Bok wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hozdic is trying to keep Bok in close.
Bok wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
We've been informed that Hozdic has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T6#
Bok pushing down on Hozdic's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bok trying to advance position but Hozdic counters by regaining guard.
Hozdic can't keep his opponent in guard - Bok advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bok trying to advance position but Hozdic counters by regaining guard.
Bok wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Bok advances to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7#
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Bok has control of the leg.
Bok tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hozdic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hozdic is trying to get back to full guard.
Bok is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hozdic has his hands clasped together around Bok's back. He's all about the action.
Bok wants to pass to mount but Hozdic is defending the position. #T8##SUB#
Bok wants to work for an arm triangle but Hozdic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bok stalling away here and it's allowed Hozdic to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Bok advances to half guard.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Bok sits in half guard.
Hozdic gets back to full guard.
#T9##SUB#
Bok drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hozdic looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hozdic looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hozdic! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bok (6) vs (8) Hozdic
Bok is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
Hozdic takes a little break here. Bok wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Bok tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T10#
Hozdic trying to control the action but Bok is working from the bottom.
Bok tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T11#
Bok is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Bok tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Bok tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Bok is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hozdic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Well, if Hozdic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T12#
Bok tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Bok trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic prevents Bok from improving his position.#T13#
Bok is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hozdic jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bok (6) vs (11) Hozdic
Hozdic trying to control the position but Bok is working away.
Bok is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic controlling the position. #T14#
Bok tries to improve position but can't.
Hozdic wants to control but Bok is keeping him busy.
Bok is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 11 to 6. Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
CACC 146: Hozdic vs Tormenta
Date: Dec 06, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Fray Tormenta!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Hozdic has managed to clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tormenta has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Hozdic prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Tormenta works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Tormenta
Tormenta tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Tormenta advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Tormenta
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tormenta wants to control for a moment but Hozdic uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Tormenta has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is working hard here to advance position.
Tormenta wants to take a breather but Hozdic is having none of it. #T1#
Tormenta is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Tormenta is keen to just control but Hozdic is a slippery customer.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Tormenta is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic wants to control but Tormenta is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tormenta keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tormenta is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Tormenta looking to pass the guard.
Tormenta trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T2#
Tormenta's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tormenta looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tormenta's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tormenta looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (5) Tormenta#T3#
Tormenta trying to control the position here.
Tormenta wants to sweep but no luck.
Tormenta is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hozdic looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tormenta is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Tormenta trying to control the position.
Tormenta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Tormenta looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Tormenta keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Tormenta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T5#
Hozdic stays in close to Tormenta's body and controls the position.
Tormenta is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Tormenta managing to control the position.
Tormenta working a defensive guard but Hozdic passes into half guard.
Tormenta is looking to improve his position.
#T6#
Tormenta is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Tormenta is positioning himself well to prevent Hozdic advancing to mount.
Tormenta tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Tormenta trying to control from the bottom.
Tormenta might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tormenta wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Tormenta controlling the position well.
Tormenta is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (5) Tormenta
Tormenta is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Tormenta is working away.
Tormenta tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic slows the pace down. #T8#
Tormenta is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Hozdic taking a breather here.
Hozdic wants to control for a moment but Tormenta uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Tormenta is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tormenta avoid being mounted?#T9#
Tormenta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tormenta wants to sweep but Hozdic has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (5) Tormenta
Tormenta is looking for a sweep.
Tormenta regains half guard.
Tormenta wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tormenta controlling the position well.
Hozdic looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tormenta is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.#T10#
Tormenta keeping hold of Hozdic's head, controlling as best he can.
Tormenta wants to get back to full guard.
Tormenta wants to control the action here but instead Hozdic manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (5) Tormenta#T11#
Tormenta is working to get back to half guard.
Tormenta looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (14) vs (5) Tormenta
Hozdic controlling from the back.
Tormenta trying to control the position but Hozdic manages to sink in the hooks.
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Tormenta is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Tormenta trying to control the hands but Hozdic won't let him.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Tormenta's back but Tormenta is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Tormenta. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (14) vs (7) Tormenta
Tormenta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic controlling Tormenta's posture.
Hozdic looking to control.
Tormenta slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T13#
Tormenta passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (14) vs (10) Tormenta
Tormenta trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic regains half guard there - taking advantage of Tormenta's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Tormenta is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T14#
Hozdic controlling the position.
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tormenta controls the pace.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Tormenta from controlling successfully.
Tormenta passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (14) vs (13) Tormenta
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tormenta tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Tormenta wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 14 to 13.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
CACC 139: Hozdic vs Nielsen II
Date: Nov 15, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 11 losses; Sven Kristian Nielsen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Stewart Dunkirk and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Hozdic closes the distance and pushes Nielsen back into the ropes.#TD#
Nielsen manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Nielsen has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hozdic is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Nielsen. Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (3) Hozdic
Nielsen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Nielsen seems a little lost for a moment, as Hozdic dominates the positioning.
Hozdic working away.
Nielsen is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic happy to just control the position for now.
Nielsen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Nielsen's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Nielsen is working hard here to advance position.
Hozdic slows the pace down.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nielsen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nielsen seems a little lost for a moment, as Hozdic dominates the positioning.
Nielsen is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hozdic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Nielsen is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Nielsen trying to control here.
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Nielsen is pressing down on Hozdic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is keeping the position.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Nielsen is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T3#
Nielsen wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic passes easily into half guard.
Hozdic prevents Nielsen from improving his position.
Nielsen is controlling Hozdic's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Nielsen trying to control here.
Nielsen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Nielsen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nielsen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Nielsen working for a triangle but Hozdic defends it easily.
Hozdic won't allow Nielsen to sweep him here. #T5#
Nielsen trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nielsen is keeping the position for now.
Nielsen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.
Nielsen looking for a sweep. Not yet Nielsen, not yet.
Nielsen controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself. #SUB#
Hozdic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nielsen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T6#
Nielsen wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Nielsen there! Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (6) Hozdic
Nielsen can't escape the position.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Nielsen really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nielsen wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.#T7#
Nielsen is looking to get to half guard.
Nielsen slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Nielsen wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
#T8#
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nielsen trying to control from the bottom.
Nielsen is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hozdic is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Nielsen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nielsen trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hozdic manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (9) Hozdic#T9#
Nielsen is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Nielsen (0) vs (12) Hozdic
Nielsen is in bad spot here.
Nielsen is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Hozdic controlling well, preventing Nielsen from escaping the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Nielsen tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T10#
Hozdic trying to control but Nielsen is having none of it.
Nielsen tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.
Nielsen is squirming around, avoiding Hozdic's attempts to control the action.
Nielsen regains half guard.
Nielsen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nielsen.#T11#
Nielsen keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass.
Nielsen being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Nielsen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hozdic defends it easily.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is keeping the position.#T12#
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Nielsen is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nielsen wants to sweep but no luck. #T13#
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Nielsen is retaining full guard.
Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nielsen 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.
Nielsen has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hozdic has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (15) Hozdic
Nielsen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nielsen keeps working.
Nielsen is trying to improve his position.#T14#
Nielsen sneaks back into half guard.
Nielsen is trying to control but can't.
Nielsen moves into full guard.
Hozdic 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nielsen is looking to sweep but instead, Hozdic has passed into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 15 to 0. Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
CACC 129: Hozdic vs Pripyat
Date: Oct 11, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hozdic closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pripyat circles away.
Pripyat feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Hozdic closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pripyat to the mat! Pripyat manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Pripyat
Hozdic 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.
Pripyat lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Pripyat#SUB#
Hozdic is looking for a triangle but Pripyat pushes his legs off easily.
Pripyat being controlled here momentarily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pripyat stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pripyat trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T1#
Hozdic wants to sweep here but Pripyat controlling him for the moment.
Pripyat trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Pripyat pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Pripyat is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (6) vs (2) Pripyat
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Pripyat really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pripyat manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pripyat keeps working.
Pripyat tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg. #T3#
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Pripyat has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T4#
Pripyat tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Pripyat has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
Pripyat might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hozdic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Pripyat moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T5#
Hozdic won't allow Pripyat to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Pripyat is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Pripyat looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Pripyat is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hozdic defends well.#T6##SUB2#
Pripyat looking for a guillotine here but Hozdic defends easily.
Pripyat trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pripyat holds on and takes a little breather.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T7##SUB2#
Pripyat escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hozdic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Pripyat wants to sweep but no luck.
Pripyat working a defensive guard but Hozdic passes into half guard.
Pripyat is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Pripyat wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
#T9#
Hozdic trying to control the action but Pripyat is working from the bottom.
Pripyat is trying to control but can't.
Hozdic is looking to advance position but Pripyat won't allow it.
Pripyat is pressing down on Hozdic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Pripyat can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.
Pripyat looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hozdic puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T10#
Pripyat tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Pripyat wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Pripyat tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Pripyat is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard.
Pripyat moves into full guard.
Pripyat is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
#T11#
Hozdic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pripyat swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pripyat tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pripyat is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T12#
Pripyat is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (4) Pripyat
Pripyat is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pripyat is looking for a kimura here.
Hozdic is looking to control Pripyat's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hozdic avoid being mounted?#T13#
Hozdic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hozdic gets back to full guard.
Hozdic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (8) vs (4) Pripyat#SUB2#
Pripyat throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hozdic uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (4) Pripyat
Pripyat can't do much from the bottom here. #T14#
Pripyat being controlled for a moment.
Pripyat manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hozdic is trying to control. Pripyat wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Pripyat wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (14) vs (4) Pripyat
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
CACC 120
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hozdic darts in looking for a takedown but Pripyat gets double underhooks and turns Hozdic into the ropes.
Hozdic sets himself, and Pripyat steps forward looking for the clinch! Hozdic avoids it this time.#TD2#
Pripyat fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hozdic to the ground. Pripyat is now in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Pripyat
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully.
Hozdic is controlling Pripyat's posture.
Pripyat stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pripyat looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Pripyat
Hozdic has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hozdic preventing the sweep. #T1#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hozdic trying to control but Pripyat is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pripyat escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hozdic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Hozdic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pripyat has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hozdic has managed to get both his arms back between Pripyat's legs - danger averted.#T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pripyat holds on and takes a little breather.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Pripyat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pripyat controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Hozdic postures up.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Pripyat wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pripyat is keeping the position for now.
Pripyat is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Pripyat managing to control the position. #T4#
Pripyat looking to control.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Pripyat not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Pripyat is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.
Pripyat is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T5#
Hozdic postures up.
Pripyat is pulling down on Hozdic's head. It's preventing any offense from Hozdic, at least for the moment.
Pripyat trying to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Pripyat has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hozdic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T6##SUB2#
Pripyat is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Pripyat not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Pripyat working for a triangle but Hozdic defends it easily.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Pripyat keeps moving. #T7#
Hozdic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pripyat not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Pripyat working for a triangle but Hozdic defends it easily.
Hozdic postures up.
#T8##SUB2#
Pripyat has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hozdic is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Pripyat. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (2) Pripyat
Pripyat is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Pripyat tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Pripyat is being controlled here.
Hozdic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Pripyat wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic controls the position from side control.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Pripyat is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hozdic working away.#T10#
Hozdic trying to control the action but Pripyat is working from the bottom.
Pripyat is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Pripyat is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
Pripyat gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Pripyat is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily. #T11#
Pripyat is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Pripyat looking for submissions off his back.#T12#
Hozdic content to control rather than advance.
Pripyat trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Pripyat is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T13#
Hozdic is thwarting Pripyat's attempts to control the position.
Pripyat 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.
Hozdic prevents Pripyat from improving his position.
Hozdic uses his free foot to push down on Pripyat's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Pripyat. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (2) Pripyat
Hozdic controlling from the full mount.
Pripyat wants to hold on but Hozdic pushes him away.#T14#
Pripyat sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hozdic is looking to pass Pripyat's guard but actually Pripyat recovers to full guard.
Pripyat looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Pripyat looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
CACC BLUE BELT BLUES PLAYOFF
Date: Sep 04, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 13 losses; Maxim Bok!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Bok closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bok lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Bok
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Bok from controlling successfully.
Bok wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bok trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bok stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hozdic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Bok is pushing down on Hozdic's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hozdic is fighting to maintain full guard but Bok has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hozdic is looking to get back to full guard here but Bok has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Bok
Hozdic 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.
Bok working away.
Bok trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Bok is trying to control the action in half guard but Hozdic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Bok prevents Hozdic from improving his position.
Bok is just content to waste time from the top position. Hozdic takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Hozdic controls Bok momentarily but Bok frees himself.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Bok from controlling successfully. #T3#
Bok stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Bok from controlling successfully.
Bok slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Bok trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom. #T4#
Bok pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bok tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Bok keeps trying to improve his position.
Bok wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T5#
Bok wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic working a defensive guard here.
Bok looking to pass the guard.
Bok wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving. #T6#
Bok showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hozdic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bok trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bok is looking to pass into half guard but Hozdic pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hozdic is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (5) Bok#T7#
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Bok.
Bok trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Bok wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic trying to control but Bok is working from the bottom.
Bok wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T8#
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bok is keeping the position for now.
Bok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bok wants to control the position but Hozdic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Bok tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.#T9#
Hozdic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bok does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bok trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
Bok regains full guard. Nicely done. #T10#
Bok working a defensive guard but Hozdic manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (5) Bok
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Bok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bok is looking to reverse the position.
Bok gets back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Bok tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.#T11#
Hozdic passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (5) Bok
Bok is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Bok is looking to get to half guard.#T12#
Hozdic wants to control the pace but Bok is squirming around nicely.
Hozdic prevents Bok from getting the reversal.
Hozdic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bok is trying desperately to improve position.#T13#
Bok sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Bok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bok trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (11) vs (5) Bok
Bok 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.
Bok is looking to get to half guard.
Bok is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T14#
Hozdic manages to capitalize on a mistake by Bok to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (14) vs (5) Bok
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Bok manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (14) vs (7) Bok
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Bok tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Bok postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 14 to 7.
Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
CACC BLUE BELT BLUES CARD 3
Date: Aug 17, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hozdic sprawls well. Hozdic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hirsch gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hozdic showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hozdic prevents Hirsch from improving his position.#T1#
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for subs off his back but Hozdic has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hozdic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
Hirsch tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hirsch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Hirsch looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (4) Hozdic#T3#
Hozdic trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch wants to control the position but Hozdic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T4#
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch has a hand on Hozdic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hozdic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (7) Hozdic
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (2) vs (10) Hozdic
Hirsch trying to control the position but Hozdic manages to sink in the hooks.
Our spies down at at Hell's Balls Gym inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
Hirsch trying to control but not successfully.
Hirsch tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T5#
Hirsch wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Hirsch manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (10) Hozdic
Hozdic looking to control.
Hozdic pulls Hirsch in to control the position.
Hirsch trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T6#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Hozdic is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.#T7#
Hirsch trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hirsch looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (12) Hozdic
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Hirsch has an active guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass into half guard.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Hirsch wants to control the action here but instead Hozdic manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (15) Hozdic
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (18) Hozdic
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hirsch.
Hirsch looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hozdic.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Hirsch's back but Hirsch is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hirsch. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (18) Hozdic#T10#
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.#T11#
Hirsch looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (20) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T12#
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hozdic stands and throws Hirsch's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (6) vs (23) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T13#
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Hirsch trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (6) vs (26) Hozdic
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Hozdic seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hirsch is holding on tight.
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T14#
Hozdic wants to take Hirsch's back here but Hirsch is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hozdic manages to capitalize on a mistake by Hirsch to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (6) vs (29) Hozdic
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hirsch.
Will Hozdic go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 29 to 6.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
CACC 113
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 8 losses; Sven Kristian Nielsen!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Wesley Smith and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Nielsen jumps guard and drags Hozdic to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Nielsen wants to sweep but no luck.
Our spies down at at Catch Wrestling L.A. inform us that Nielsen has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Nielsen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hozdic defends it easily.
Hozdic slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (3) vs (0) Nielsen
Nielsen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nielsen tries to improve position but can't.
Nielsen can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Nielsen is looking to regain half guard here but Hozdic keeps moving and retains side control.
Nielsen struggling a bit here.
Nielsen tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic controlling from side mount.
Nielsen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Nielsen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Nielsen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Nielsen is looking for a sweep.
Nielsen is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nielsen keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Nielsen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nielsen tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Nielsen trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nielsen tries to improve position but can't.
Nielsen is not content to let Hozdic control the position. #T4#
Nielsen is looking for a sweep.
Hozdic trying to control the position but Nielsen is working away.
Nielsen manages to get back to half guard.
Nielsen is looking to improve his position.
#T5#
Nielsen trying to control from the bottom.
Nielsen tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Nielsen wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (6) vs (0) Nielsen
Nielsen wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Nielsen is looking for a sweep.
Nielsen is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Nielsen is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T6#
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Nielsen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nielsen works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic slips nicely into half guard.
Nielsen is trying to get back to full guard.
Nielsen trying to control here.
#T7#
Hozdic prevents Nielsen from improving his position.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is defending well.
Nielsen is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Nielsen is looking to improve his position.
Nielsen moves into full guard.
Nielsen working a defensive guard here.
#T8#
Nielsen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hozdic controls the pace.
Nielsen working a defensive guard here.
Nielsen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nielsen wants to improve his position but instead Hozdic has moved into half guard.
Nielsen is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hozdic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nielsen does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T9#
Hozdic prevents Nielsen from improving his position.
Hozdic slows the pace down in half guard.
Nielsen tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Nielsen controlling the position well.
Nielsen is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nielsen avoid being mounted?#T10#
Nielsen is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nielsen manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nielsen trying to control the position.
Hozdic 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.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Nielsen trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
#T11#
Nielsen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nielsen is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic won't allow Nielsen to sweep him here.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Nielsen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hozdic advances to half guard.
Nielsen is staying active underneath Hozdic, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T12#
Nielsen is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nielsen wants to get back to full guard but Hozdic has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (9) vs (0) Nielsen
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Nielsen working to try and regain half guard.
#T13#
Hozdic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nielsen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (12) vs (0) Nielsen
Nielsen is really stuck here.
Hozdic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T14#
What can Nielsen do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic controlling well, preventing Nielsen from escaping the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 12 to 0. |
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Event:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Monte Zuma!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Dillan Fox and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Hozdic takes the fight into the clinch.
Zuma is trying to drag Hozdic to the mat but Hozdic just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hozdic changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zuma fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD2#
Zuma scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Zuma
Zuma moves into full mount! Hozdic won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Zuma
Zuma controlling the position easily from mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zuma trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Zuma sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T1#
Zuma can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Hozdic 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.
Zuma fails to take his opponent's back.
Zuma prevents Hozdic from getting the reversal.
Hozdic has given up his back here. Will Zuma look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (0) vs (8) Zuma
Zuma trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hozdic doesn't escape. #T2##SUB2#
Zuma is looking for the choke from the back position but Hozdic is controlling his hands well.
Zuma struggling to keep hold of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Zuma working for a choke but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic wants to escape the position.
Zuma avoiding Hozdic 's attempts to control his hands.
Hozdic is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zuma.
Zuma struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB2#
Zuma working for the choke. #T3#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Zuma's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Zuma controls the position.#SUB2#
Zuma is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Zuma is looking to control Hozdic but Hozdic is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Hozdic tries to roll but Zuma sticks to his back.
Zuma controls the position.
Zuma is controlling the position but Hozdic somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
#T4#
Zuma tries to pass to full mount but Hozdic defends it.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Zuma is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (11) Zuma
Zuma tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hozdic tries to hold on but Zuma postures up.
Zuma trying to control but Hozdic is having none of it. #T5#
Zuma takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Let's hope that Zuma has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Zuma looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hozdic stops Zuma from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T6#
Zuma is still trying to improve position.
Zuma tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hozdic tries to lock up and control but Zuma gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zuma trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Zuma wants to control but instead Hozdic manages to regain half guard.
Zuma is trying to control. Hozdic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Still in half guard, Zuma seems content to control.
Zuma stalling away here and it's allowed Hozdic to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T7#
Zuma is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Zuma from controlling successfully.
Zuma pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Zuma is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Zuma trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Zuma 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.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Zuma from controlling successfully. #T8#
Zuma is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Zuma advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (14) Zuma
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Zuma is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face as Zuma controls the position. #T9#
Hozdic is not content to let Zuma control the position.
Zuma is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Zuma slows the pace down.
Zuma trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away. #T10#
Zuma controlling the position from side mount.
Zuma trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face as Zuma controls the position. #T11#
Hozdic is not content to let Zuma control the position.
Zuma controls the position.
Hozdic is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Zuma thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Zuma slows the pace down.
Zuma wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic is looking to regain half guard here but Zuma keeps moving and retains side control. #T12#
Zuma wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hozdic being controlled for a moment.
Zuma trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
Zuma looking to control but instead Hozdic has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T13#
Hozdic is trying to get back to full guard.
Zuma is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Zuma is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Zuma perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Zuma is controlling well.
Zuma trying to control the pace. #T14#
Zuma works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (17) Zuma
Zuma sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Zuma wins on points by 17 to 0.
Monte Zuma bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 09, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Hero Galanos!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Ren Mimura and Sosuke Kotani.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Hozdic has Galanos up against the cage in a clinch.
Hozdic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Galanos is defending well.
Hozdic is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Galanos is trying to trip Hozdic. He has hold of a leg but Hozdic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Galanos persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Galanos
Galanos looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Galanos
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Galanos is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Galanos
Galanos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galanos engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Galanos trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Galanos engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hozdic is looking to sweep but instead, Galanos has passed into half guard.
#T2#
Galanos is trying to control the action in half guard but Hozdic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Galanos is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Galanos trying to pass the guard but Hozdic defending well. #T3#
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic trying to hold on to Galanos's head to control him but Galanos postures up.
Galanos looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Galanos wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Galanos is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.#T5#
Galanos keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hozdic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hozdic.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Galanos from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galanos trying to move into half guard but instead Hozdic has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (4) vs (4) Galanos#T6#
Galanos 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.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Galanos is keeping the position for now.
Galanos pulls Hozdic in close to his closed guard and prevents Hozdic from doing any damage or advancing position.
Galanos trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
#T7#
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Galanos controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
Hozdic won't allow Galanos to sweep him here.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T8#
Galanos pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Galanos is continuing to stall.#SUB2#
Hozdic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard. #T9#
Galanos wants to improve his position but instead Hozdic has moved into half guard.
Galanos is controlling Hozdic's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Hozdic prevents Galanos from improving his position.
Hozdic uses his free foot to push down on Galanos's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Galanos. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (7) vs (4) Galanos#T10#
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Galanos tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hozdic looking to control and managing it successfully.
Galanos is just holding on here. Hozdic manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (10) vs (4) Galanos#T11#
Galanos tries to break free.
Hozdic controlling from the back.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Galanos's back but Galanos is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Galanos. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (10) vs (6) Galanos#T12#
Hozdic controls Galanos momentarily but Galanos frees himself.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Galanos tries to pass.
Galanos has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Convicted Fight Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hozdic has Galanos pulled in close to control his posture.
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T13#
Galanos trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is trying to keep Galanos in close.
Hozdic wants to control the position but Galanos says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Hozdic is trying to maintain the position but Galanos is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T14#
Galanos tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hozdic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hozdic holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Galanos is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Galanos seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hozdic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic trying to control but Galanos postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 10 to 6. |
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Event:
CACC 94
Date: May 30, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Ricco Torres!
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Hozdic forces Torres back against the ropes and clinches.#TD#
Hozdic lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Torres
Torres is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Torres has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hozdic is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Torres is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torres is refusing to be controlled, as Hozdic sits in half guard. #T1#
Torres is looking to improve his position.
Torres keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic 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.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Torres defends it. #T2#
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Torres wants to get back to full guard.
Torres is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic wants to take a breather but Torres is having none of it.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Torres tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Hozdic is thwarting Torres's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Torres tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hozdic trying to control the pace.
Hozdic wants to take a breather but Torres is having none of it. #T5#
Torres is looking to improve his position.
Torres wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hozdic performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T6#
Torres trying to control from the bottom.
Torres 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.
Still in half guard, Hozdic seems content to control.#T7#
Torres desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Torres trying to control from the bottom.
Torres is doing well to control the position and prevent Hozdic from advancing to side control.
Torres is trying to get back to full guard.#T8#
Hozdic wants to pass to mount but Torres is defending the position.
Torres is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Torres is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9#
Hozdic is thwarting Torres's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Torres
Hozdic trying to control the position but Torres is working away.
Torres wants to control but Hozdic postures up.#T10#
Hozdic moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Torres tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Torres is working from the bottom. #T11#
Torres sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Torres is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hozdic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hozdic's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (5) vs (4) Torres#SUB2#
Torres looking to break Hozdic's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Hozdic remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Torres will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Torres has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hozdic has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Hozdic is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Torres.
#T12##SUB2#
Torres is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Hozdic defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Hozdic is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Torres gets his way!
Hozdic rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Torres is looking for a kimura here.
Torres prevents Hozdic from improving his position.#T13#
Hozdic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Torres drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hozdic looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hozdic looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hozdic! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (9) vs (4) Torres
Torres manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hozdic's best efforts.#T14#
Torres keeping hold of Hozdic's head, controlling as best he can.
Torres wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Torres is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 9 to 4. |
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Event:
CACC 82
Date: May 02, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dragan Hozdic (ranked 6667 p4p, 504 weight class) and Marcelinho Lima (ranked 3138 p4p, 320 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Marcelinho Lima!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Lima forces Hozdic back against the ropes and clinches.
Lima drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hozdic pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hozdic looking to score a takedown here. Lima is defending well but Hozdic drives through and ends up in Lima's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (0) Lima
Hozdic 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.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lima looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Lima has his foot on Hozdic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hozdic works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lima looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lima is looking for a triangle but Hozdic pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lima keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Lima trying to control the position here.
Lima looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lima 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.
Lima is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hozdic looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lima looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lima is trying to control the position but Hozdic postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lima wants to control but Hozdic passes easily into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (5) vs (0) Lima
Lima tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lima sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Lima trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lima keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hozdic is thwarting Lima's attempts to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lima is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Hozdic is staying active.
Hozdic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hozdic is keen to just control but Lima is a slippery customer.
Lima is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lima avoid being mounted?
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lima is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hozdic pulls his head out easily.
Hozdic content to control rather than advance.
Lima wants to sweep but Hozdic has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (8) vs (0) Lima
Hozdic is staying tight to Lima's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Lima tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lima can't do much from the bottom here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic staying calm.
Hozdic working away.
Lima is trying to improve his position.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lima keeps working.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lima tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lima is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Hozdic is staying tight to Lima's torso, preventing him from escaping.
You can see the frustration on Lima's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic taking a breather here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lima tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Lima wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
Hozdic is looking to take a break and control but Lima is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lima is looking to reverse the position.
Lima keeps trying to improve his position.
Lima struggling a bit here.
Lima is trying to escape the position but Hozdic is controlling the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lima is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hozdic is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Lima's shoulder. That is not cool.
Lima can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lima keeps working.
Lima tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lima can't do much from the bottom here.
Hozdic controls the position.
Lima tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Lima gets back to half guard.
Lima looking for submissions off his back.
Lima tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Lima is trying to control but can't.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lima does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lima looking for submissions off his back.
Lima gets full guard.
Lima trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Lima is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Hozdic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Lima keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Lima working for submissions but it's allowed Hozdic to get to half guard.
Lima trying to control here.
Hozdic is looking to pass Lima's guard but actually Lima recovers to full guard.
Lima is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Lima is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.
Lima has control of Hozdic's left arm, preventing Hozdic from doing any damage.
Lima is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic slips nicely into half guard.
Lima is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lima trying to control from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 8 to 0. |
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Event:
CACC 76
Date: Apr 12, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tyrone Sparxx (ranked 1805 p4p, 200 weight class) and Dragan Hozdic (ranked 6464 p4p, 450 weight class). Sparxx comes to the ring accompanied by Thug Life - Lugz. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 15 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hozdic enables Sparxx to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hozdic manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Sparxx trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic controls Sparxx momentarily but Sparxx frees himself.
Sparxx has gone for a leg lock! Hozdic slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (2) Hozdic
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx managing to control the position.
Sparxx is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hozdic is aware though and is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hozdic tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard.
Hozdic postures up.
Sparxx pulls Hozdic in close to his closed guard and prevents Hozdic from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Hozdic from controlling successfully.
Sparxx controls Hozdic momentarily but Hozdic frees himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sparxx trying to control the position.
Sparxx throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hozdic uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (5) Hozdic
Sparxx tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
Hozdic in side control, just content to control the action for now.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
Hozdic content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Sparxx is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx is trying to improve his position.
Sparxx manages to get back to half guard.
Hozdic prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
Hozdic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but Sparxx defending well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Sparxx wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic wants to free his trapped foot but Sparxx is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sparxx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sparxx.
Sparxx working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Sparxx has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hozdic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Sparxx wants to control but Hozdic is keeping busy.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
Sparxx has his hands clasped together around Hozdic's back. He's all about the action.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hozdic passes Sparxx's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hozdic is taking a breather. Sparxx 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.
Sparxx wants to sweep but Hozdic has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (8) Hozdic
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx regains half guard.
Hozdic is keen to just control but Sparxx is a slippery customer.
Hozdic prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
Hozdic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sparxx trying to control here.
Sparxx moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hozdic has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (11) Hozdic
Sparxx is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Sparxx tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic wants to control but Sparxx is keeping him busy.
Hozdic takes a little break here. Sparxx wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic taking a breather here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Sparxx manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hozdic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sparxx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is taking a breather. Sparxx 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.
Hozdic prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 11 to 2.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
CACC 68
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Pablo Dominguez (ranked 15042 p4p, 466 weight class) and Dragan Hozdic (ranked 5199 p4p, 393 weight class). Dominguez comes into the arena with Change by The Deftones blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 10 losses; Pablo Dominguez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Dominguez shoots in looking for a takedown. Hozdic tries to sprawl out of it but Dominguez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Hozdic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dominguez shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Dominguez was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dominguez (4) vs (0) Hozdic
Dominguez trying to control the position but Hozdic is working away.
Hozdic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dominguez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.
Dominguez 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.
Hozdic is letting Dominguez control him for a moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dominguez tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hozdic's legs.
Hozdic tries to improve position but can't.
Dominguez trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hozdic tries to bench press Dominguez off him but Dominguez keeps the position.
Dominguez moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dominguez (6) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez trying to control but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hozdic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dominguez looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dominguez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dominguez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hozdic sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Dominguez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dominguez not doing much here.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Dominguez has control of the leg.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Dominguez has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dominguez (9) vs (0) Hozdic
Dominguez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Dominguez controlling his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic is squirming around, avoiding Dominguez's attempts to control the action.
Hozdic is looking to improve his position but Dominguez isn't that keen on the idea.
Dominguez controlling the pace for now.
Dominguez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic is desperately trying to improve his position but Dominguez has a good base and remains in mount.
Dominguez wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Hozdic regains half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Dominguez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dominguez is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Dominguez keeps him under control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hozdic manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dominguez trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hozdic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dominguez (9) vs (2) Hozdic
Dominguez is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dominguez (11) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Dominguez is controlling well.
Dominguez is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dominguez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dominguez is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dominguez wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Dominguez keeps him under control.
Hozdic is not content to let Dominguez control the position.
Dominguez uses his free foot to push down on Hozdic's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hozdic. Score +3 for passing guard: Dominguez (14) vs (2) Hozdic
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez controlling the position easily from mount.
Hozdic is looking to get to half guard.
Dominguez wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Dominguez controlling the position easily from mount.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic is looking to get to half guard.
Dominguez looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic keeps trying to improve his position.
Hozdic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dominguez tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez content just to control the position here.
Hozdic tries to reverse the position but Dominguez maintains control.
Hozdic is still trying to improve position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Dominguez controlling the position easily from mount.
Dominguez prevents Hozdic from getting the reversal.
Dominguez looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.
Dominguez controlling from the full mount.
Dominguez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape.
Hozdic is looking to improve his position but Dominguez isn't that keen on the idea.
Hozdic bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dominguez (14) vs (4) Hozdic
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic passes Dominguez's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dominguez tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hozdic works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dominguez (14) vs (7) Hozdic
Hozdic is trying to get an arm triangle but Dominguez is defending well.
Dominguez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dominguez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dominguez gets back to full guard.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dominguez takes the fight on points by 14 to 7.
Pablo Dominguez looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Train Gracie Jiu-Jitsu by day, Joe Rogan podcast by night. '. |
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Event:
WCKD - 7 -Valentines Massa
Date: Feb 14, 2020 |
#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Lucan. That's going to slow Hozdic down.
Lucan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hozdic.
#CL#
Hozdic moves into the clinch.#BC#
Hozdic manages to break the clinch.
Lucan wants to clinch.
Lucan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lucan misses with a hook. Hozdic ducked under it nicely.
Lucan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hozdic.
Hozdic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lucan is fending him off so far but Hozdic persists. Nope, Lucan circles away and we're back to standing.
Lucan stuffs the takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hozdic.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. 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.
Hozdic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#
It looks like Dragan Hozdic has been cut.
Lucan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Edwin Lucan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hozdic has a takedown stuffed.
Lucan stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lucan wants it to stay on the feet.#T1#
Lucan throws a right and a left that both miss.
A right-left combo lands from Lucan.
Hozdic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lucan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lucan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Hozdic gets caught napping as Lucan dives in and scores a takedown. Hozdic manages to retain guard.#ROC2#
Hozdic is rocked!
Lucan arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Hozdic's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Edwin Lucan!
A relieved looking Edwin Lucan 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:
WCKD - 3 -
Date: Jan 18, 2020 |
#R1#
Hozdic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Hozdic forces IsMore Ii back against the cage and clinches.
Hozdic blocks a body shot from IsMore Ii.
Hozdic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of IsMore Ii backwards. #CUT#
It looks like More IsMore Ii has been cut.
Hozdic blocks an uppercut.
Hozdic tries for a takedown but IsMore Ii manages to get underhooks.
#BC2#
IsMore Ii escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hozdic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. IsMore Ii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from IsMore Ii! But no joy.
Nice uppercut there from IsMore Ii.#CUT2#
It looks like Dragan Hozdic has been cut.
Hozdic tries to close the distance and clinch but IsMore Ii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hozdic moves out of range as IsMore Ii strikes.
IsMore Ii's coach down at Helsinki private Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on IsMore Ii's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Hozdic fails in his attempt to clinch.
IsMore Ii is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Hozdic clinches up with IsMore Ii and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Hozdic breaks from the clinch.
Hozdic just misses with a punch to the body.
IsMore Ii looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Hozdic closes the distance and clinches.
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!
IsMore Ii works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
IsMore Ii pushes Hozdic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
IsMore Ii stalling in the clinch.
#T1##BC2#
IsMore Ii breaks the clinch.
Hozdic tries to clinch there but IsMore Ii circles away.
A jab from IsMore Ii misses.
IsMore Ii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hozdic.
#CL2#
IsMore Ii clinches.
Hozdic goes for a takedown in the clinch but IsMore Ii prevents it.
#BC2#
IsMore Ii breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
IsMore Ii tries to close the distance and clinch but Hozdic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hozdic scores with a nice right hand.
Hozdic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
IsMore Ii misses with a looping right.
IsMore Ii digs a good hook to Hozdic's body.
IsMore Ii throws a right hand that misses
and Hozdic counters with a stiff right hand.
IsMore Ii tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Hozdic counters with a stiff right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
IsMore Ii wants to clinch up but Hozdic keeps it at a distance.
More IsMore Ii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
IsMore Ii takes a shot to the body in his stride.
IsMore Ii tries to clinch up.
Hozdic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. IsMore Ii looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL#
Hozdic clinches up against the cage.
IsMore Ii stalls.
IsMore Ii pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
Hozdic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
IsMore Ii takes a swing at Hozdic's ribcage but misses.
IsMore Ii moves in looking to clinch but Hozdic pushes him off.#CL2#
IsMore Ii rushes Hozdic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hozdic letting IsMore Ii take a breather here.#TD#
Hozdic has IsMore Ii pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Hozdic pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending IsMore Ii tumbling to the mat - Hozdic dives into IsMore Ii's guard.#T3#
Hozdic slips nicely into half guard.
IsMore Ii wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic tries to pass the half guard into mount. IsMore Ii knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hozdic passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for IsMore Ii!
IsMore Ii tries to lock up and control but Hozdic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
IsMore Ii tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #SUB#
Hozdic wants to finish this one by submission but IsMore Ii is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Hozdic.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hozdic is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. IsMore Ii is in real trouble.
#T4##SUB#
Hozdic is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. IsMore Ii defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
IsMore Ii trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Hozdic controlling well, preventing IsMore Ii from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Hozdic working for a choke but IsMore Ii is defending well.
Hozdic keeps control of the position as IsMore Ii tries to break free.
#SUB#
Hozdic is persistently looking for the submission but IsMore Ii is defending it well.
IsMore Ii wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Hozdic looking to break IsMore Ii's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. IsMore Ii remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Hozdic will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dragan Hozdic dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Hozdic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
IsMore Ii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hozdic darts in trying to clinch
and IsMore Ii counters with a left and a right that stings Hozdic.
Hozdic tries to land a leg kick but IsMore Ii saw it coming and moves away.
Hozdic tries to clinch up but IsMore Ii circles away and keeps his distance.
IsMore Ii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
IsMore Ii misses with a two punch combination.
IsMore Ii wants to clinch up but Hozdic keeps it at a distance.
IsMore Ii misses with a series of wild punches.
More IsMore Ii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
IsMore Ii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
IsMore Ii scores with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
IsMore Ii circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T1#
IsMore Ii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hozdic.
Dragan Hozdic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
IsMore Ii on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hozdic. Hozdic obviously looking to wear him down.
IsMore Ii tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hozdic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - IsMore Ii looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hozdic jabs IsMore Ii right on the nose. IsMore Ii blinks but takes it well.
IsMore Ii tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hozdic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
IsMore Ii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
IsMore Ii misses with a body shot.
Hozdic takes one on the button.
Hozdic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
IsMore Ii misses with a double jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for IsMore Ii.#CL#
Hozdic clinches. #T2#
IsMore Ii misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hozdic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hozdic has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. IsMore Ii avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hozdic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hozdic dodges an elbow strike from IsMore Ii.
IsMore Ii lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hozdic is looking for a takedown up against the cage. IsMore Ii gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
IsMore Ii stalling.
#BC#
Hozdic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD#
Hozdic gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hozdic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dragan Hozdic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
IsMore Ii looking for submissions off his back.
Hozdic moves nicely into side control. #T3##SUB#
Hozdic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
IsMore Ii is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hozdic tries for a kimura but IsMore Ii is defending well. #SUB#
Hozdic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
IsMore Ii tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.#SUB#
Hozdic tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
IsMore Ii is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Hozdic asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Hozdic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hozdic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Hozdic goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, IsMore Ii rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hozdic's guard! Nice work there by IsMore Ii!
IsMore Ii passes Hozdic's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
IsMore Ii working Hozdic over with strikes.
IsMore Ii is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
BOOM! IsMore Ii connects with a massive shot to the dome!
IsMore Ii tries to control but Hozdic wriggling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
More IsMore Ii showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
IsMore Ii clinches up against the cage.
IsMore Ii cracks Hozdic with a nice body shot.
Hozdic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but IsMore Ii is defending well.
IsMore Ii misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
IsMore Ii breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
IsMore Ii checks a leg kick.
IsMore Ii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL2#
IsMore Ii drives through and clinches with Hozdic against the cage.
IsMore Ii gets underhooks to prevent Hozdic's takedown attempt.
Hozdic takes an elbow to the temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragan Hozdic. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Hozdic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A combination from IsMore Ii does no damage.
Hozdic tries to clinch up
and IsMore Ii counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#
Hozdic is rocked!#T1#
Hozdic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but IsMore Ii manages to avoid it.
Hozdic swats away the attempt to clinch by IsMore Ii.
Hozdic lands with an uppercut that bounces IsMore Ii off the cage and back into range.
IsMore Ii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hozdic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Hozdic forces IsMore Ii back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Hozdic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hozdic lands with a cross. #CL#
Hozdic moves into the clinch.
IsMore Ii slows down the pace here.
IsMore Ii blocks a body shot from Hozdic.
Hozdic drops to a knee looking for a takedown but IsMore Ii gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T2#
Hozdic tries for a takedown but IsMore Ii manages to get underhooks.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as IsMore Ii takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Hozdic is trying to drag IsMore Ii to the mat but IsMore Ii just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
IsMore Ii prevents the takedown attempt.
Hozdic keeps the fight in the clinch, despite IsMore Ii's efforts to push away.
IsMore Ii creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Hozdic's defenses.
IsMore Ii misses with some punches.
#BC2#
IsMore Ii's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
IsMore Ii tries to close the distance and clinch but Hozdic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
IsMore Ii moves into the clinch.#T3#
Hozdic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hozdic is looking for a takedown.
IsMore Ii trying to control the position but instead, Hozdic has worked for underhooks and has pushed IsMore Ii into the cage.
Hozdic can't get the takedown.
IsMore Ii taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Hozdic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but IsMore Ii is defending well.
IsMore Ii lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Hozdic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#BC2#
IsMore Ii's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hozdic moves forwards but IsMore Ii connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
IsMore Ii drives through and clinches with Hozdic against the cage.
Hozdic tries to score a body lock takedown but IsMore Ii shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hozdic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
IsMore Ii misses with the head strike.
Hozdic drops down looking for an ankle pick but IsMore Ii pulls his leg out and moves away.
IsMore Ii throws a hook but Hozdic avoids it easily.#T4#
Hozdic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but IsMore Ii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
IsMore Ii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hozdic doesn't seem bothered though.
IsMore Ii is looking to clinch but Hozdic is avoiding it.
Hozdic shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has IsMore Ii pinned against the cage. IsMore Ii gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A punch lands to the side of Hozdic 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
IsMore Ii moves into range and clinches up with Hozdic.
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!
IsMore Ii taking a breather.
IsMore Ii lands with a short shot to the head.
Oh Hozdic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
IsMore Ii lands a body punch.
IsMore Ii creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Hozdic's defenses.
Hozdic misses with some punches.
IsMore Ii lands a big right hand that drops Hozdic! The killer instinct kicks in and IsMore Ii finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by IsMore Ii!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). More IsMore Ii!
Our winner, More IsMore Ii, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Hozdic throws an overhand right that lands on Bystrom's shoulder, as Bystrom tries to avoid the shot.
Bystrom misses with a body shot.
Bystrom displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Hozdic misses with a body shot.
Hozdic looks to throw the jab but Bystrom is out of range.
Bystrom tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hozdic was well out of range. Poor timing from Bystrom.
Bystrom throws a front kick that sends Hozdic stumbling back into the cage.
Hozdic moves out of range of the body kick from Bystrom.
Hozdic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hozdic was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Hozdic goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bystrom has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hozdic but great work by Bystrom.
Hozdic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Bystrom knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hozdic on the ground.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Bystrom is controlling well.
Hozdic moves into full guard.
Bystrom has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Hozdic is trying to keep Bystrom in close.
#SUB2#
Hozdic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Hozdic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bystrom defends well.
Hozdic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bystrom is one step ahead there.
Hozdic keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Hozdic is looking for a triangle but Bystrom pushes his legs off easily.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Bystrom avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Hozdic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bystrom defends well.#SUB2#
Hozdic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bystrom doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bystrom manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3##SUB2#
Hozdic looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bystrom passes into side control.
Hozdic tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hozdic sneaks back into half guard.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Bystrom is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bystrom wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dragan Hozdic 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#
Hozdic throws a body shot but no joy.
Bystrom misses with a wild combination.
Hozdic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bystrom counters with a stiff right hand.
Bystrom misses with the combination.
Bystrom with a jab.
Bystrom misses the shot to the body.
Bystrom throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hozdic cracks a nice hook into Bystrom's ribs.
Nice takedown defense from Bystrom. No joy for Hozdic on that attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic shoots for a takedown but Bystrom saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bystrom is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
No luck for Hozdic with that takedown attempt.
Torkel Bystrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.
Bystrom avoids the body shot from Hozdic.
Hozdic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hozdic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bystrom on the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Torkel Bystrom has been cut.
Bystrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hozdic.
Bystrom is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hozdic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bystrom throws a right and a left that Hozdic avoids nicely.
Hozdic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hozdic needs to keep his hands up - Bystrom had a free shot at his head there.
Torkel Bystrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hozdic shoots in but Bystrom avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bystrom fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Torkel Bystrom is winning the standup battle so far.
Hozdic takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hozdic blocks a head kick by Bystrom.
Hozdic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bystrom.
Hozdic wants to counter the offense by Bystrom and move into the clinch position.#T2#
Bystrom throws a head kick that Hozdic semi-blocks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hozdic scores with a nice strike.
Hozdic blocks a head kick by Bystrom.
Hozdic throws the left hand but Bystrom avoids the punch easily.
Bystrom checks a low kick from Hozdic.
Bystrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bystrom slips a jab from Hozdic.
Hozdic slips a jab and a cross from Bystrom.
Hozdic wants to counter the offense by Bystrom and move into the clinch position.
Bystrom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Bystrom works over Hozdic's head and body with a nice combination.
Bystrom takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bystrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hozdic can do to turn this around?
Bystrom moves forwards but Hozdic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bystrom is looking to land body kicks.
Hozdic fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bystrom on the side of the head.
Donk. Hozdic catches Bystrom right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Bystrom thows a body kick. Hozdic tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Bystrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hozdic has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Bystrom feints and then cracks Hozdic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hozdic down.
Hozdic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown but Bystrom shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bystrom lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Hozdic misses the shot to the body.
Bystrom seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bystrom lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bystrom.
Bystrom throws a head kick that Hozdic semi-blocks.
Bystrom stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bystrom wants it to stay on the feet.
Bystrom blocks a jab.
Hozdic throws a lazy right hand but Bystrom sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bystrom connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hozdic misses with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A swing and a miss from Hozdic.
Hozdic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bystrom on the side of the head.
Torkel Bystrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hozdic darts in looking for a takedown but Bystrom gets double underhooks and turns Hozdic into the cage. #T4#
Bystrom dips to his left and cracks Hozdic with an uppercut!
Bystrom scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hozdic fails with the takedown.
Bystrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hozdic.
Bystrom fails to land with a series of punches.
Hozdic stuns Bystrom with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bystrom as he avoids it easily.
Hozdic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hozdic throws a body shot but no joy.
Bystrom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hozdic fails with a takedown attempt.
Hozdic tried to score with a low kick but Bystrom checks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Torkel Bystrom dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Torkel Bystrom's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Hozdic throws a hook but Bystrom avoids it easily.
Hozdic lands with a good body shot.
Bystrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bystrom sets himself, and Hozdic steps forward looking for the clinch! Bystrom avoids it this time.
Bystrom changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bystrom throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hozdic.
Bystrom lands a head kick. Hozdic smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Hozdic goes for a double leg but Bystrom avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bystrom continues to drive forward.
Bystrom misses with a two punch combination.
Hozdic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bystrom sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Bystrom misses its target.
Hozdic throws a nice looking combination but Bystrom bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hozdic fails with a takedown attempt.
Torkel Bystrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.
Hozdic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hozdic, right into the meat.
#T1##TD2#
Hozdic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Hozdic trying to move into half guard but instead Bystrom has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Bystrom stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position.
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bystrom manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SU2#
Hozdic stands up from Bystrom's guard - Hozdic perhaps looking for a knockout.
Hozdic throws a hook but Bystrom blocks it.
Hozdic takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hozdic cracks Bystrom with a good jab.#T2#
Hozdic lands with an uppercut that bounces Bystrom off the cage and back into range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bystrom cracks Hozdic with an open hand slap.
Bystrom lands with a straight right. Hozdic didn't see that one coming.
Hozdic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bystrom.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown but Bystrom shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bystrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hozdic looks to land a body kick but Bystrom moved away.
Hozdic misses with a straight right.
Bystrom scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hozdic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bystrom 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.
Bystrom lands a slapping body shot.
Bystrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hozdic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hozdic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hozdic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Bystrom throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hozdic lands a jab to the nose.
Hozdic misses with a straight right.
Hozdic misses with a body shot.
Bystrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bystrom feints a jab promting Hozdic to slip. Bystrom then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hozdic slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
No joy there for Hozdic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bystrom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bystrom throws a right and a left that Hozdic avoids nicely.
Hozdic is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bystrom misses with a head kick.
Hozdic throws a push kick but Bystrom slaps the foot to one side.
A swing and a miss from Bystrom.
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bystrom scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Bystrom throws a head kick that misses.
Hozdic wants to counter with a clinch but Bystrom pushes him away.
Hozdic connects with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hozdic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bystrom is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice jab there from Hozdic.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hozdic or perhaps it was just good defense by Bystrom, which made it look bad.
A left lands for Bystrom.
Bystrom lands a high kick!
Hozdic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bystrom.
#TD2#
Hozdic throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bystrom tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hozdic is in Bystrom's guard.
Bystrom trying to control the position.
Hozdic passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Hozdic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
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 Torkel Bystrom.
I think Bystrom 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Torkel Bystrom!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 17, 2019 |
#R1#
Hozdic lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL2#
Hozdic clinches up against the cage.
Brown misses with a punch to the body.
Hozdic lands a hook that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
Brown is trying to force a seperation but Hozdic has the dominant position.
Hozdic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
Hozdic is leaning against Brown and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Brown wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short uppercut from Hozdic.
A hook to the body from Hozdic.
Brown is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Hozdic jumps guard and drags Brown to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
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.#SUB2#
Brown is sitting in close to Hozdic's body. Hozdic has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Brown is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Brown is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Hozdic.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dragan Hozdic!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Snow throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nakamura on the side of the head. #CL#
Nakamura closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nakamura misses with a hook to the ribs.
Snow lands a shoulder strike.
Snow misses with a body punch.
Nakamura lands a left hand.
Nakamura prevents Snow from breaking the clinch.
Snow misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Snow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Snow takes one on the button.
Nakamura moves in looking to clinch but Snow pushes him off.
A big left from Nakamura misses.
Snow shapes to counter with a head kick.
Snow throws a head kick but Nakamura moves out of range.
A punch combination from Nakamura misses.
Snow misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nakamura ducks under a wild hook from Snow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nakamura checks a low kick from Snow.
Snow misses the jab.
Snow punishes Nakamura's body with a nice straight punch.
Snow shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nakamura connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Snow momentarily.
#T1#
Snow moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Nakamura tries to clinch but Snow moves out of range. #KD#
Nakamura feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Snow sprawling to the canvas! Snow rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Nakamura finish him?!
#ROC#
Snow is rocked!
Snow looks to land a body kick but Nakamura moved away.
Snow throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Nakamura's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Toru Nakamura has been cut.
Nakamura doesn't manage to clinch there - Snow circles away.
Nakamura paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Snow throws out a loose jab but Nakamura uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakamura looks to throw the jab but Snow is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Snow.
Snow throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nakamura fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Snow looks to land a combination but Nakamura avoids it well.
Nakamura wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL#
Nakamura closes the distance and clinches.
Snow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Snow is trying to break the clinch but Nakamura is controlling him.
Snow wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Nakamura has him pressed against the cage.#T2#
Nakamura prevents Snow from breaking the clinch.
Nakamura drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Snow gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Nakamura throws a head punch that misses.
Nakamura tries to pull guard but Snow holds him up against the cage and eventually Nakamura drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Toru Nakamura. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakamura is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Snow is defending well.
Nakamura tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Snow smiles and moves away.
Nakamura doesn't manage to clinch there - Snow circles away.
#CL#
Nakamura fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Snow, pushing him back against the cage.
Snow softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nakamura tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Snow.
Still in the clinch, Snow scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD#
Nakamura has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Snow is trying to keep an underhook but Nakamura manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Snow tries to roll over but Nakamura keeps him under control.
Snow won't allow Nakamura to pass to mount. #T3##SUB#
Nakamura is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Nakamura is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Snow defends it well. #SU#
Nakamura stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Nakamura scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Snow connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nakamura blocks a head kick by Snow.
Nakamura jabs Snow to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Snow slips a jab from Nakamura.
Nakamura lands a lovely overhand right.#CL#
Nakamura gets a clinch.
A short right from Snow.
Nakamura wants to take the fight to the mat but Snow manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T4#
Snow is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Nakamura tries for a takedown. No joy.
Nakamura tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A short right from Nakamura.
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!
Nakamura lands a hook that snaps the head of Snow backwards.
Nakamura is trying to pull guard but Snow turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nakamura tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Snow smiles and moves away.
Snow cracks Nakamura with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Snow swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL#
Nakamura forces Snow back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Snow manages to break the clinch.
Nakamura is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Nakamura drives through and clinches with Snow against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Nakamura fails to land. #TD#
Nakamura wants the takedown. Snow is fighting it off but Nakamura persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Snow's guard against the cage.
Nakamura stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Snow swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Nakamura drops back, looking for a kneebar! Snow looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Snow looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Snow! #REVB#
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 Toru Nakamura will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Toru Nakamura's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Snow lands a jab.#CL#
Nakamura gets a clinch.
Nakamura scores with a hook to the body.
Nakamura tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD#
Nakamura gets control of Snow's arms and successfully pulls guard. Nakamura will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Snow advances position into side control!#SU2#
Snow decides to stand back up. Snow steps back and let's Nakamura get back to his feet.
Snow throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snow staying out of range there.
Snow keeps the fight on the outside.
Jan Snow is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nakamura blocks a leg kick.
A lazy left from Snow finds it's target.
Nakamura is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL#
Nakamura closes the distance and pushes Snow back into the cage.
Snow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nakamura.
Nakamura cracks Snow with a nice body shot.
Toru Nakamura has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nakamura lands a right hand that snaps the head of Snow backwards.
Nakamura is looking for a takedown.
Snow misses with a punch on the inside.
Snow stalls.
Snow wants to break free but Nakamura has control.
Nakamura misses with some punches.
Snow can't break the clinch.
Nakamura working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Snow working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Snow is pressed up against the cage. Nakamura has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Snow down to the mat. Snow avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Toru Nakamura. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakamura misses with a wild body shot.
Nakamura tries to clinch there but Snow circles away.
Nakamura tries to clinch there but Snow circles away.
Snow throws a series of punches but Nakamura moves out of range. #T2#
Snow scores with the left hand. Nakamura knows he should have avoided that one.
Snow scores with a kick to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nakamura on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Snow cracks Nakamura with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nakamura tries to clinch up.
Nakamura tries to clinch up.
Snow avoids the body shot from Nakamura.
Jan Snow seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nakamura avoids the body shot from Snow.
Nakamura slips a jab from Snow.
Snow lands a head shot.
Nakamura dodges the punch combination from Snow.
Jan Snow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Snow takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Snow misses with a wild body shot.
Nakamura lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
No joy there for Nakamura, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nakamura connects with a looping right hand.
#T3#
Nakamura wants to clinch
and Snow counters with a three punch combo that has Nakamura backing up. Nakamura nods at Snow to acknowledge the strikes.
Snow connects with the punch.
Snow throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nakamura.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Snow.#ROC2#
Nakamura is rocked!
Snow tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Oh Nakamura is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nakamura circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Snow. Nakamura falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Snow!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jan Snow!
Jan Snow decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 11, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Nakamura moves into the clinch.
Van Cleefe swings wildly with an uppercut but Nakamura uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Nakamura. #TD2#
Nakamura has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Van Cleefe uses from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakamura looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe is sitting in close to Nakamura's body. Nakamura has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Van Cleefe is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Van Cleefe is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Nakamura.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Toru Nakamura!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Hunt takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nakamura shoots in but Hunt avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Hunt gets tackled into the cage by Nakamura. Nakamura maintains the clinch.
Hunt swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hunt lands a nice uppercut.
Nakamura tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A nice left hand lands by Hunt.
Nakamura is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nakamura has Hunt pushed against the cage.
Hunt misses with the head strike.
I was talking to Hunt's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Nakamura is trying to pull guard but Hunt has him pressed against the cage.
Matt Hunt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Toru Nakamura.#T1#
Hunt working aggressively here.
Hunt lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hunt.
Hunt with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nakamura blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hunt has a couple of punches blocked by Nakamura.
Nakamura tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hunt just stands there and leans against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hunt.
Hunt doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD2#
Nakamura has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Hunt is trying to keep an underhook but Nakamura manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Hunt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nakamura seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hunt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nakamura sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
Nakamura landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nakamura has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nakamura thows a huge punch but Hunt dodges it nicely.
It looks like Nakamura is going to stand back up.
Nakamura not doing much here.
Hunt is pressing down on Nakamura's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
Hunt is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Nakamura looking to pass the guard.
Nakamura is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nakamura fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nakamura misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nakamura tries to clinch but Hunt moves out of range.
Hunt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hunt is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nakamura. #T4##KD2#
Nakamura lands a big head kick that sends Hunt tumbling to the mat! Nakamura takes a step backwards and waves Hunt back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Matt Hunt has been cut.
Toru Nakamura seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hunt leaves Nakamura with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hunt half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nakamura looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Nakamura has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC2#
Nakamura breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Nakamura moves into range and clinches up with Hunt.
Nakamura blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nakamura has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hunt after a bit of a struggle.
Nakamura blocks an uppercut.
Hunt misses with a knee to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Toru Nakamura dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Matt Hunt's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Hunt with a hook.
Nakamura shoots in for a takedown but Hunt shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hunt is looking to counter punch.
Nakamura shoots in for a takedown but Hunt shows good takedown defense.
Nakamura tries for a takedown but Hunt circles away easily
and Hunt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Toru Nakamura has been cut.
Matt Hunt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Toru Nakamura.
Nakamura shoots in but no luck this time.
Nakamura misses with a takedown #KD#
and Hunt counters with a crisp right hand that drops Nakamura! Hunt lets Nakamura back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Matt Hunt is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Nakamura bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Nakamura throws a strike aimed at the side of Hunt's head but Hunt avoids it well.#T1#
The referee asks Nakamura politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nakamura prefers to stall for the moment though.
Hunt wants to control but Nakamura postures up.
Nakamura has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hunt!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hunt is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nakamura is landing with some decent strikes but Hunt is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Nakamura misses with a head shot.
Nakamura tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hunt wants to control but Nakamura is having none of it.#T2#
Nakamura working Hunt over with strikes here.
Nakamura throwing strikes but Hunt bucks up and reverses the position. He's now in guard on top.
Hunt is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hunt is pushing down on Nakamura's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nakamura is fighting to maintain full guard but Hunt has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nakamura trying to control here.
Nakamura works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hunt looking to sit in guard and control but Nakamura gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Hunt keeping moving, preventing Nakamura from controlling successfully.
Nakamura looking to sit in guard and control but Hunt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hunt won't allow Nakamura to get back to his feet.
Hunt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nakamura swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nakamura looking for a sweep. Not yet Nakamura, not yet.
Nakamura keeping moving, preventing Hunt from controlling successfully.
Hunt preventing the sweep.
Hunt tries to free his leg and advance position but Nakamura is retaining full guard. #T4#
Hunt sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hunt postures up.
Hunt trying to control but Nakamura is working from the bottom.
Nakamura is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Nakamura has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hunt doesn't defend quickly enough and Nakamura has managed to lock this one up! Can Hunt escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Nakamura on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Toru Nakamura!
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Event:
New Year in Paradise 2017
Date: Dec 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Nakamura throws a push kick but Yu slaps the foot to one side.
Yu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nakamura uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yu.
Yu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nakamura getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Yu lands a jab to the head.
#CUT#
It looks like Toru Nakamura has been cut.
Yu throws a body punch but Nakamura moves out of range.
Yu misses the jab.
Yu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nakamura connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Yu's hands.
Nakamura takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Yu. Beautiful body shot.
Nakamura looks winded!
Yu checks the leg kick.
Yu scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#KD#
Yu cracks Nakamura with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Yu has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Nakamura to stand back up!#ROC#
Nakamura is rocked!
Yu stuns Nakamura with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nakamura is still on wobbly legs! Can Yu finish him?
A shot to the liver by Yu. Beautiful body shot.
Yu scores with a jab to the body.
Yu scores with a jab to the body.
Yu throws a shot to the body.
Yu is looking to wear down Nakamura with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nakamura takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Yu throws a pinpoint strike between Nakamura's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Nakamura crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Yu scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dude Yu!
An intense looking Dude Yu took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Stand and BANG with me BITCH!!!'.
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Event:
TAOC #1 - Chonus X An 2
Date: Dec 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Nakamura tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #KD2#
Sullivan lands a big head kick that sends Nakamura tumbling to the mat! Sullivan takes a step backwards and waves Nakamura back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Toru Nakamura has been cut.
Sullivan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nakamura defends well and Sullivan ends up having to push Nakamura into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sullivan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sullivan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sullivan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been informed that Sullivan 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.
Nakamura lands with an overhand left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sullivan doesn't manage to clinch there - Nakamura circles away.
#TD2#
Sullivan with a strong takedown there and he's ended up in side control. #ROC2#
Nakamura is rocked!
A big shot lands for Sullivan! That's hurt Nakamura! Will he recover? Sullivan fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert Sullivan!
Robert Sullivan is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Robert Sullivan 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:
FFA 39: Psychosis
Date: Oct 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Nakamura tries for a takedown but Po circles away easily
and Po counters with a nice uppercut.
Nakamura moves out of range of the strikes.
Po throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Po looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Nakamura has closed the distance and engaged Po in a clinch.
Po throws a head punch that misses.
Nakamura tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nakamura blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Nakamura breaks from the clinch.
Nakamura dives in and grabs Po's left leg, looking for a takedown. Po pushes down on Nakamura's head and hops out.
Nakamura shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Po defends it nicely.
Tong Po has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Toru Nakamura.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakamura shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Po as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Po wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Po lunges at Nakamura with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nakamura's hand.
Nakamura feints and then cracks Po's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Po down.
Nakamura with a poor takedown
and Po counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nakamura shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Po defends it nicely.
Po swats away the attempt to clinch by Nakamura.
Po throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nakamura replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Po blocks it well.
Po misses with a wild body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Po as Nakamura shoots in.
Nakamura will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2##CL#
Po drives through and clinches with Nakamura against the cage.
Po throws a head punch that misses.
Po lands with a short shot to the head.
Po lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nakamura lands a right hand that snaps the head of Po backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Po tries to work over Nakamura's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nakamura is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Po fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Po struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakamura controls his hands.
Nakamura has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Po working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nakamura working hard to break the clinch.
A hook to the body from Po.
Nakamura looks winded!
Nakamura jumps guard but Po turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Nakamura blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Po escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nakamura avoids the body shot from Po.
#KD#
Po sends Nakamura crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Po is motioning to the referee to let Nakamura up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Nakamura is rocked!#T3#
Crack! Po connects with the perfect overhand right and Nakamura falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Po!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tong Po!
Tong Po thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
SP ICON: Fresh Blood
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Nish tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nakamura is looking for a counter combo.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nakamura.
Nish shoots and misses #KD#
and Nakamura counters with a head kick that drops Nish to the mat! Nish scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Nakamura with a poor takedown
and Nish counters with a stiff right hand.
Nish slaps away a takedown attempt from Nakamura, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Toru Nakamura. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nish misses with a kick to the body.
#TD#
Nakamura scores with a takedown into Nish's guard.
Nish looking to control.
Nakamura throws a big right hand that misses.
Nakamura postures up.
#T1#
Nish trying to strike off his back.
Nakamura is looking to advance position but Nish has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Nakamura slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Nakamura gets full guard.
Nish must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nakamura managing to control the position.
Nakamura keeping full guard, as Nish tries to pass.
Nish is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T2#
Nish being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Nakamura looking for a triangle here. Nish is fighting it but it looks tight! Nakamura pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Nish is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Toru Nakamura!
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