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Event:
Pulse 61 - Ja vs Bengtsson
Date: Feb 11, 2017 |
#R1#
A good leg kick by Thackeray.
Hanma on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Thackeray lands a nice hook to Hanma's body. Hanma takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD#
Hanma throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Thackeray was covering up waiting for the punch and Hanma finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Thackeray controls Hanma momentarily but Hanma frees himself.
Thackeray is controlling Hanma's posture.
Thackeray looking to control.
Thackeray might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hanma haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Hanma 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.
Thackeray really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hanma. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Thackeray is trying to control the position but Hanma postures up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hanma accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Hanma drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hanma jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Thackeray controls Hanma momentarily but Hanma frees himself.
Hanma missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hanma wants to control from the top but Thackeray keeps moving. #SUB#
Hanma drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hanma jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Thackeray is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hanma lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Thackeray trying to keep a closed guard but Hanma is proving a slippery customer.
Hanma could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Hanma is looking to work some ground and pound but Thackeray has wrist control.
Thackeray controls Hanma momentarily but Hanma frees himself. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Thackeray is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB#
Hanma drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hanma jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hanma preventing the sweep.
Hanma content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Thackeray is trying to keep Hanma in close.
#SUB#
Hanma drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Hanma as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Thackeray screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Hanma! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Baki Hanma!
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Event:
Pulse 56 - Rram vs Ja II
Date: Jan 07, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Hanma tries to keep at a distance but Lazada has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Lazada breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hanma shoots in for a double leg but Lazada sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hanma should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Lazada shoots in for a takedown but Hanma shows good takedown defense.
Despite the aggression on Hanma's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL2#
Hanma clinches with his opponent.
Lazada scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Hanma's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hanma has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lazada is landing a low percentage of strikes.#CL#
Lazada takes the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of stalling here from Lazada .
Hanma is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lazada drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hanma gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T1#
Hanma is trying to pull guard but Lazada turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Gabriel Lazada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Baki Hanma.
Lazada lands a hook that snaps the head of Hanma backwards.
Lazada will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hanma up against the cage.
Lazada with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC#
Lazada breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Hanma shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hanma showed some decent athleticism 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.
Lazada is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Lazada is trying to stand back up but Hanma is controlling him
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lazada slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hanma postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hanma with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hanma makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hanma won't allow Lazada to get back to his feet.
Hanma with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hanma throws a big elbow that misses. #ES#
Lazada has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Hanma off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T3##CL#
Lazada gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Lazada breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lazada rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hanma moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Lazada gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Lazada - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#BC#
Lazada breaks from the clinch.
Lazada misses with a few strikes there.
Nice sprawl there from Lazada as Hanma shoots in.#T4##TD2#
Hanma shoots in and gets a takedown into Lazada 's guard.
Hanma throws an elbow that misses. Lazada uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hanma's guard. Nice move by Lazada !#REVR#
Lazada stands and throws Hanma's legs to the side, diving into side control.
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!
Lazada moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Lazada dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Hanma misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gabriel Lazada is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hanma swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
and Lazada counters with a shoot takedown. Hanma fights it but they end up in guard.
Lazada is pushing down on Hanma's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hanma is fighting to maintain full guard but Lazada has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lazada 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.
Lazada '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##ES2#
Hanma kicks off Lazada and gets to his feet. #CL#
Lazada has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hanma has Lazada pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lazada manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lazada lands with a right to the head.
Lazada with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Lazada is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hanma can do to turn this around?
Hanma managing to block the knees to the body from Lazada .
Lazada goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hanma prevents it.
Hanma tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lazada just stands there and leans against the cage.
Gabriel Lazada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Baki Hanma.#T2##BC#
Lazada manages to break the clinch.
Lazada dives in for a single leg takedown but Hanma sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Hanma 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lazada pulls Hanma in close to prevent any damage. #ES#
Lazada manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#CL#
Lazada drives through and clinches with Hanma against the cage.
Lazada looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#BC#
Lazada 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lazada throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Lazada blocks a jab.
Lazada changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lazada wants to clinch.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lazada is looking for a takedown.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hanma drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lazada gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#BC#
Lazada manages to break the clinch.
Lazada tries to clinch up but Hanma circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Lazada drives through and clinches with Hanma against the cage.
#TD2#
Hanma manages to pull guard.
#SU#
Lazada decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Lazada tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And Hanma tries to counter it with a takedown but Lazada pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hanma fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Lazada dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're 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#
Hanma throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lazada counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Gabriel Lazada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Lazada as Hanma shoots in.
Lazada is looking for a counter combo.
Lazada feints and then cracks Hanma's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hanma down.
Hanma avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lazada dives in for a single leg takedown but Hanma sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lazada throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanma throws a right and a left that Lazada avoids nicely.
Hanma misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Lazada throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hanma.#TD2#
Hanma shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lazada 's guard.#ES#
Lazada has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Hanma has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Lazada takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Hanma tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lazada smiles and moves away.
Gabriel Lazada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Baki Hanma.#TD#
Lazada changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hanma looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Lazada wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hanma, who protects the arm well.
Hanma tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lazada wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gabriel Lazada overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
I wouldn't like to be where Hanma is right now. #SUB#
Lazada thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lazada is staying tight to Hanma's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gabriel Lazada is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Lazada tries to advance to mount but Hanma denies him.
Hanma is trying to buck Lazada off.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lazada throws a quick inside leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hanma.
Lazada lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Baki Hanma has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hanma walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lazada .
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Lazada showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lazada has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Lazada !
Gabriel Lazada thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Hanma lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Savernport misses with the body kick
and Hanma counters with a nice low kick that buckles Savernport's knee momentarily.#TD2#
Savernport shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hanma's guard.
Hanma is pulling down on Savernport's head to control his posture.
Hanma looking to control.
Savernport 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanma could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1#
Hanma is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Hanma wants to clinch.
Jab by Hanma.
Hanma shoots in for a takedown but Savernport shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Savernport throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Savernport tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hanma swivels and escapes.
Hanma went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hanma is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Savernport avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hanma tries to clinch but Savernport moves out of range.
Hanma thows a leg kick but Savernport checks it #TD2#
and Savernport counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hanma!
Hanma is trying to get back to half guard.#SU2#
Savernport stands up and beckons Hanma to his feet. #TD2#
Savernport scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T3##SUB#
Hanma actively working from the bottom here.
Hanma is trying to maintain the position but Savernport is very close to passing his half guard.
Savernport controlling the pace.
Hanma is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Savernport's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Savernport's back!
Hanma missing with strikes from the back.
Savernport is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4##SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hanma is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Savernport is defending well though. Hanma let's go of the attempt for now.
Hanma is breathing heavily.
Savernport is in bad spot here.
Hanma gets his hands free as Savernport looks to control.
Savernport is trying to break free.
Hanma doesn't have the hooks in and Savernport manages to turn into his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savernport works over Hanma with some ground and pound from guard.
Hanma wants to stand and escape but Savernport is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Iain Savernport will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Hanma fails with an attempt to clinch.
Savernport feints the counter takedown.
Savernport stuffs the takedown.
Savernport fails with a takedown attempt.
Hanma misses with a takedown attempt - Savernport sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Savernport shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hanma napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Hanma tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanma slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Savernport perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Hanma trying to control here.
#SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Savernport wants to work for an arm triangle but Hanma is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Savernport not doing much here.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hanma wants to improve his position but Savernport is controlling well.
Savernport is controlling the pace.
Hanma is looking to improve his position.
Savernport is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Savernport prevents Hanma from standing back up.
Hanma might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Well, if Savernport 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.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Savernport lands a nice short elbow.
Savernport winds up and cracks Hanma with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Hanma gets full guard.
Hanma has momentary wrist control but Savernport slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Savernport drops back looking for a leg! Hanma is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hanma manages to kick Savernport off! Savernport jumps back into Hanma's guard.
Savernport looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T4##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Savernport tries a head kick but it misses.
Hanma tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Savernport manages to circle out of the way.
Hanma takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Baki Hanma has been cut.
Savernport misses the shot to the body.
Hanma darts in looking for a takedown but Savernport gets double underhooks and turns Hanma into the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Iain Savernport showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Baki Hanma's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Savernport closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES#
Hanma sneaks out the side door and pushes Savernport away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL2#
Savernport clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Savernport manages to break the clinch.
Savernport keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Savernport. #TD2#
Savernport shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Savernport showed some decent athleticism there.
Hanma pushes Savernport off but Savernport dives into side control.
#T1#
Savernport working away.
Hanma manages to get back to half guard.
Savernport really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hanma. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hanma wants to control but Savernport is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Savernport controlling the action here.
Hanma trying to hold on to Savernport's head to control him but Savernport postures up.
Savernport looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Savernport wants to work for an arm triangle but Hanma is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
Savernport wants to free his trapped foot but Hanma is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hanma is looking to improve his position.
Hanma trying to control from the bottom.
Savernport drops an elbow to the side of Hanma's head.
Hanma tries to get to full guard but Savernport has control of the leg.
Savernport scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Savernport looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Savernport 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.
Hanma tries to get to full guard but Savernport has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hanma throws a looping overhand right but Savernport ducks down to avoid it.
Hanma looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Savernport misses with a double jab.
Iain Savernport seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hanma throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Savernport has Hanma up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Savernport has picked Hanma up - he's going for a ride! Savernport dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Baki Hanma has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Iain Savernport is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Iain Savernport.
Well Savernport has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Iain Savernport!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Palakiko shoots in looking for a takedown but Hanma manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Palakiko's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hanma swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Palakiko drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Palakiko must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Palakiko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Palakiko really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hanma. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Palakiko 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. #SUB#
Hanma is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Hanma 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.
Palakiko prevents Hanma from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Hanma is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Hanma tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hanma might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Palakiko looking to pass the guard.
Palakiko engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Hanma has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Palakiko doesn't defend quickly enough and Hanma has managed to lock this one up! Can Palakiko escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Hanma on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Baki Hanma!
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