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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 14, 2018 |
#R1# A big left from Rockwell misses. #CL# Hamman forces Rockwell back against the cage and clinches. Hamman lands a knee to the head.
Rockwell fails to pull guard.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hamman. Hamman throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hamman throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Rockwell jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hamman walks away with a smile on his face. Rockwell gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Rockwell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hamman.
Hamman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hamman tries to land a body kick#TD2# and Rockwell counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hamman! #SUB2# Rockwell is working to tighten his grip on Hamman's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Hamman has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Rockwell is really squeezing tight and eventually Hamman passes out! Rockwell breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Lew Rockwell! After winning the bout, Lew Rockwell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
EFC Horowich vs Rockwell
Date: Nov 10, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Rockwell 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.#SUB# Horowich has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rockwell can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Rockwell slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2# Rockwell is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2# Rockwell is working for a submission of some sort.
Rockwell is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Horowich! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Horowich wants to hold on but Rockwell pushes him away.#SUB2# Rockwell looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2# Rockwell working for a guillotine from mount but Horowich is in no mood to give up. #T1# Horowich stops Rockwell from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. Rockwell takes Horowich's back. #SUB2# Rockwell looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2# Horowich fending off the submission attempt from Rockwell. #SUB2# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Rockwell working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2# Rockwell is persistently looking for the submission but Horowich is defending it well.
Horowich trying to control the hands but Rockwell breaks the grip. #T2# Horowich turns into Rockwell and is now in his guard.
Horowich advances position into side control! Horowich trying to control the position but Rockwell is working away. Rockwell tries to improve position but can't. #SUB# Horowich is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Rockwell is trying to escape and Horowich transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Rockwell is forced to tap! Nice work there by Horowich! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mark Horowich! An out of breath Mark Horowich 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:
DUEL#187 Dall vs Jafar
Date: Oct 20, 2018 |
#R1# Jackson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rockwell.#TD# Rockwell closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Jackson to the mat! Jackson manages to get full guard. Rockwell won't allow Jackson to sweep him here. Jackson keeping full guard, as Rockwell tries to pass. Jackson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB# Rockwell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jackson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Jackson connects with a couple of short punches. Jackson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Rockwell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jackson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Jackson lands a couple of digs. Rockwell looking for a sweep. Not yet Rockwell, not yet. #T1# Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Rockwell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Rockwell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jackson defends well. Jackson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Rockwell bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jackson's guard. #REVR##SUB2# Jackson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rockwell gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Rockwell slips nicely into half guard.#SUB# Jackson is defending against the submission attempts here by Rockwell.
#SUB2# Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Jackson tries to get to full guard but Rockwell has control of the leg. #T2# Rockwell trying to pass the guard but Jackson defending well. #SUB# Rockwell is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jackson is just riding it out for now. Rockwell eventually gives up the hold. Jackson is pressing down on Rockwell's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Jackson trying to control the position.
Rockwell works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB# Rockwell seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Rockwell is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jackson is just riding it out for now. Rockwell eventually gives up the hold. #T3# Jackson works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB# Rockwell drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jackson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jackson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jackson! #REVB##SUB2# Jackson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Jackson scores with punches from side control. Jackson wants to control but Rockwell is keeping him busy. Jackson tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. Rockwell is looking to reverse the position.#T4# Rockwell is working to avoid the ground and pound but Jackson connects with a decent elbow. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Rockwell is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Rockwell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Rockwell is working hard here to advance position. Jackson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Rockwell is refusing to be controlled, as Jackson sits in half guard. #SUB# Rockwell with the active half guard here but Jackson passes nicely into side control. Rockwell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jackson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Jackson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Jackson works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mujahid Jackson will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Jackson throws a leg kick #TD# and Rockwell counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jackson! Jackson tries to bench press Rockwell off him but Rockwell keeps the position. Rockwell advances to mount. #ES2# Jackson somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet! Jackson lands a jab to the head.
Rockwell just misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rockwell. Jackson keeps the fight on the outside. Jackson throws a body punch but Rockwell moves out of range. Rockwell appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Rockwell shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Rockwell jabbing away but nothing is landing. Jackson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rockwell. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Jackson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rockwell. Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rockwell was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.#TD# Rockwell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jackson's guard. Jackson can't keep his opponent in guard - Rockwell advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Jackson is trying to maintain the position but Rockwell is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2# Jackson actively working from the bottom here. Rockwell is looking to advance position but Jackson won't allow it. #SUB# Rockwell wants to work for an arm triangle but Jackson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2# Jackson wants to control but Rockwell is keeping busy and won't allow it. Jackson is looking for a sweep. Rockwell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Jackson wants to stand back up but Rockwell manages to pass into side control.
Rockwell tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. Jackson struggling a bit here.#SUB# Rockwell wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jackson, who protects the arm well. Jackson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jackson has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3# Jackson is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Rockwell is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jackson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Jackson is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Rockwell tries for a kimura but Jackson is defending well. #SUB# Jackson wants to control the position but that's not easy when your opponent is in side control! Rockwell seems to be going for some sort of submission here. Hard to say what - oh, it's a Brabo choke! He's got it! Jackson is tapping! Wow, great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Brabo Choke). Lew Rockwell! After winning the bout, Lew Rockwell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. In defeat, Mujahid Jackson stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am thankful for the chance to fight as a champion and for KAISER Nutrition. I am apart of a very young and talented fight team. You will all see me again fighting again soon, inshallah. '.
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Event:
EFA 85 Punisher vs Andrei 2
Date: Aug 18, 2018 |
#R1# Rockwell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Sixx scores with a jab. Rockwell acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Nikki Sixx seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Sixx throws a body punch but Rockwell moves out of range. Sixx throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rockwell sees it coming and avoids it easily. Rockwell looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Rockwell throws a big shot that misses.#TD2# Rockwell tries to sprawl but Sixx drives through with a takedown into half guard. Sixx controlling the action here. Rockwell is looking for a sweep. Sixx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sixx working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2# Sixx is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2# Sixx is trying for a kimura here. Rockwell looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Sixx wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikki Sixx! Our winner, Nikki Sixx, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
EFA 83
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1# Carsara misses with a body punch
#TD2# and Rockwell counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2# Carsara is defending against the submission attempts here by Rockwell.
Rockwell prevents Carsara from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Rockwell is looking to take a break and control but Carsara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2# Rockwell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Rockwell is pressing down on Carsara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Carsara is holding on for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell uses his free foot to push down on Carsara's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Carsara. #T1# Rockwell is looking to work his way around to Carsara's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2# Rockwell swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Carsara is now in Rockwell's guard. A big mistake from Rockwell there, giving up the dominant position! Carsara knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rockwell on the ground.#SUB2# Rockwell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# Carsara is sitting in close to Rockwell's body. Rockwell has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Carsara is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Carsara is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Rockwell.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Lew Rockwell! Lew Rockwell thanked the fans post fight for their support. The defeated Fausto Carsara had this to say: 'Lew i respect you,Good Job. I come back Soon. I Would like fight again with you.ok?'.
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Event:
EFA 74 Lancaster vs Nixon
Date: Jun 16, 2018 |
#R1# Voyage displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rockwell throws out the jab. Rockwell looks to score with a jab to the body but Voyage is just out of range. Voyage looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD# Rockwell shoots in and gets a takedown into Voyage's guard. Voyage wants to sweep but no luck. Voyage trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! Voyage striking off his back but it's not causing Rockwell any problems. Voyage keeping full guard, as Rockwell tries to pass. Rockwell won't allow Voyage to sweep him here. Rockwell slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB# Rockwell is trying to get an arm triangle but Voyage is defending well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Rockwell has hold of Voyage's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Voyage seems comfortable defending it but Rockwell has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Voyage is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Voyage is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Rockwell couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lew Rockwell! Lew Rockwell thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
EFA 68 Trucks vs Sestius
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1# Rockwell wants to clinch. Sixx misses with a hook. A telegraphed right hand from Sixx misses the target. Rockwell takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Rockwell tries to move into range but Sixx moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD# Sixx gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB# Sixx is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB# Sixx is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rockwell is just riding it out for now. Sixx eventually gives up the hold. #SUB# Sixx is working for a kimura but Rockwell is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1##SUB2# Rockwell actively working from the bottom here. Rockwell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2# Rockwell looking for submissions off his back. Sixx is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Rockwell! Sixx prevents Rockwell from getting the reversal. Sixx looking to control but Rockwell is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Rockwell is desperately trying to improve his position but Sixx has a good base and remains in mount. Rockwell sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2# Rockwell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixx pulls his head out easily. Rockwell is in trouble now - Sixx has advanced to mount! #T2# Sixx forces the positional change into back control. #SUB# Rockwell preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sixx. #SUB# Sixx has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Rockwell has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Sixx looking for the choke from the back. Sixx has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Rockwell is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB# Rockwell is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Sixx gets his way!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB# Sixx is persistently looking for the submission but Rockwell is defending it well.
Rockwell tries to escape the position.
Rockwell is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3##SUB# Sixx is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB# Sixx has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Rockwell has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Sixx has the hooks in. Rockwell is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB# Sixx tightening his grip on Rockwell, looking for the choke. Rockwell tries to break free.
Rockwell turns into Sixx and is now in his guard.
Sixx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rockwell is one step ahead there. #SUB# Sixx is looking for a triangle but Rockwell pushes his legs off easily.
#T4# Rockwell looking to pass the guard. Sixx manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rockwell manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2# Rockwell looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Rockwell looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Sixx is defending well. Rockwell quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Sixx has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Rockwell celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lew Rockwell! After winning the bout, Lew Rockwell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
DUEL#150 Sigit vs Embalmer
Date: Apr 28, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Kamenov instigates a clinch. Rockwell takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. Rockwell takes an elbow to the forehead. Rockwell jumps guard but Kamenov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Rockwell is trying to pull guard but Kamenov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Kamenov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rockwell's face.
Kamenov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Rockwell tries to pull guard but Kamenov forces him back to his feet, against the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Rockwell jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kamenov walks away with a smile on his face. Rockwell gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Grisha Kamenov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kamenov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Rockwell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kamenov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Rockwell misses with a body punch
and Kamenov counters with a three punch combo that has Rockwell backing up. Rockwell nods at Kamenov to acknowledge the strikes. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kamenov misses with a wild combination.
Rockwell feinted with a counter takedown. Kamenov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Rockwell will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Kamenov tries to counter by closing the distance. Kamenov lands a jab-cross combination. #ROC2# Rockwell is rocked! Kamenov throws a lazy head kick #TD# and Rockwell counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2# Kamenov is looking for a triangle but Rockwell pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# Kamenov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Rockwell has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1# Rockwell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Kamenov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rockwell doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rockwell manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Rockwell tries to free his leg and advance position but Kamenov is retaining full guard. Kamenov trying to keep a closed guard but Rockwell is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB# Rockwell 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. Kamenov keeping full guard, as Rockwell tries to pass. #SUB2# Kamenov has his foot on Rockwell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rockwell works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2# Kamenov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rockwell defends well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kamenov wants to sweep here but Rockwell controlling him for the moment. Kamenov can't keep his opponent in guard - Rockwell advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2##SUB# Rockwell is working for a kimura but Kamenov is defending it quite comfortably.
Rockwell is looking to advance position but Kamenov won't allow it. Kamenov is not content to let Rockwell control the position. Rockwell wants to free his trapped foot but Kamenov is holding on for dear life with his legs. Rockwell is working hard here to advance position. Rockwell is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Kamenov! Kamenov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Kamenov wants to get up but he can't break Rockwell's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Kamenov trying to control the position from guard on top but Rockwell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Rockwell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3# Kamenov won't allow Rockwell to sweep him here. #SUB# Kamenov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rockwell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kamenov has managed to get both his arms back between Rockwell's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Rockwell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kamenov defends it easily.#SUB# Rockwell throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kamenov trying to control the position from guard on top but Rockwell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Kamenov wants to stand but Rockwell has a closed guard, so he can't escape. Rockwell bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kamenov's guard. #REVR##SUB2# Kamenov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rockwell passes Kamenov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4##SUB2# Kamenov looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Rockwell wants to free his trapped foot but Kamenov is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB# Rockwell wants to work for an arm triangle but Kamenov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rockwell is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Kamenov! Kamenov is working to get back to half guard.
Rockwell wants to take Kamenov's back but he can't do it this time. Kamenov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. The fighters are battling for position here. Kamenov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB# Rockwell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Kamenov wants to stand and escape but Rockwell is having none of it. Rockwell slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Grisha Kamenov dominated that round. The cut man is working on Lew Rockwell's cut. 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##CL2# Kamenov has managed to clinch.
Rockwell is trying to pull guard but Kamenov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. A short right from Kamenov on the inside. Kamenov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Kamenov lands a nice elbow from the clinch. Rockwell fails to pull guard.
Kamenov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Rockwell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kamenov to keep the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Rockwell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kamenov to keep the fight standing. Kamenov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Rockwell's defenses. Rockwell takes an elbow to the forehead. Kamenov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rockwell backwards. Kamenov lands a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Rockwell takes an elbow to the temple. Oh Rockwell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Kamenov unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Rockwell! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Kamenov is unloading with more strikes now! Rockwell drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Grisha Kamenov! Grisha Kamenov managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Arcticus University: London, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
DFN#33 Wrexham vs Lafayette
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1# A jab lands there for Pato.#CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. A slow jab from Pato misses its intended target. Rockwell's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pato under the eye. Pato swings for the body but Rockwell moves out of range.
Rockwell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Nice sprawl there from Pato as Rockwell shoots in. A little jabbing left from Pato on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#KD2# Pato lands a big uppercut and Rockwell crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Rockwell looks OK. Pato waves Rockwell back to his feet!#ROC2# Rockwell is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Pato cracks Rockwell on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Rockwell falls backwards against the cage. Pato follows up with more strikes that drop Rockwell to his knees. Pato keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Rockwell! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guillermo Pato! Guillermo Pato 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:
DUEL#138 Parker vs Hoffman
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
#R1# Rockwell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maltusuri.
We've been told by Maltusuri's head coaches at LOD The Shark Tank that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Nice sprawl there from Maltusuri as Rockwell shoots in. Nice defenses there by Maltusuri. Maltusuri swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Rockwell on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Rockwell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maltusuri manages to avoid it. Maltusuri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rockwell moves away. Maltusuri throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rockwell. Rockwell moves away from the strike by Maltusuri. Rockwell is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Maltusuri steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rockwell. Maltusuri throws out a token jab with nothing on it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Rockwell gets a double leg takedown into Maltusuri's guard. Rockwell wants to pass the guard but Maltusuri is keeping the position.#SUB2# Rockwell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1# Rockwell pushing down on Maltusuri's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Rockwell moves nicely into side control. #SUB2# Rockwell is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Maltusuri knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Rockwell is looking to take a break and control but Maltusuri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2# Rockwell working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2# Rockwell is trying to get an arm triangle but Maltusuri is defending well. #T2##SUB2# Rockwell has an Americana. Maltusuri didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Rockwell is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Rockwell hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Lew Rockwell! A victorious Lew Rockwell 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:
DUEL#132 Stenberg vs Picker
Date: Feb 24, 2018 |
#R1# A looping hook to the body misses from Rockwell. Lupertazzi does a little dance to reset his feet. Rockwell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Rockwell fails to land the takedown. Lupertazzi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Rockwell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lupertazzi defends well and Rockwell ends up having to push Lupertazzi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Rockwell shoots in for a takedown but Lupertazzi shows good takedown defense. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Lupertazzi swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD# and Rockwell counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rockwell. Rockwell looking to pass the guard. #SUB2# Lupertazzi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rockwell can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Rockwell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lupertazzi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1# Rockwell is working hard here to advance position. Lupertazzi trying to keep a closed guard but Rockwell is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB# Rockwell drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lupertazzi dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB# Rockwell working for a triangle but Lupertazzi defends it easily.
#SUB# Rockwell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Rockwell 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. Lupertazzi postures up in Rockwell's guard and throws a big left but Rockwell blocks it. Rockwell keeping moving, preventing Lupertazzi from controlling successfully. #T2# Rockwell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Rockwell advances position into side control!#SUB# Rockwell is trying to get an arm triangle but Lupertazzi is defending well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lupertazzi gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB# Rockwell with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB# Rockwell has control of Lupertazzi's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Lupertazzi regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB# Lupertazzi defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Rockwell. #T3# Lupertazzi slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB# Rockwell is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2# Lupertazzi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Rockwell is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lupertazzi works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2# Rockwell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lupertazzi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rockwell has managed to get both his arms back between Lupertazzi's legs - danger averted. Rockwell sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lupertazzi's guard. #T4# Lupertazzi wants to control but Rockwell is keeping busy.
#SUB# Rockwell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lupertazzi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rockwell. Rockwell trying to mount his opponent but Lupertazzi defends it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lew Rockwell dominated that round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Lupertazzi looks to score with a jab to the body but Rockwell is just out of range. Rockwell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rockwell shoots in but Lupertazzi avoids the takedown attempt easily. Rockwell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lupertazzi. Lupertazzi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Rockwell slips under a jab. Lupertazzi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Lupertazzi takes a swing at Rockwell's ribcage but misses. Lupertazzi throws a hook to the side of Rockwell's head but Rockwell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A jab from Lupertazzi finds it's way through Rockwell's defenses. #CL2# Lupertazzi forces Rockwell back against the cage and clinches. Rockwell takes a shot to the head. Rockwell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lupertazzi to keep the fight standing. Rockwell tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lupertazzi just stands there and leans against the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Lupertazzi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Rockwell jumps guard but Lupertazzi turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2# Lupertazzi breaks from the clinch.
#TD# Rockwell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lupertazzi's guard. Lupertazzi working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2# Lupertazzi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rockwell advances to half guard. Lupertazzi is pressing down on Rockwell's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Rockwell pushes down on Lupertazzi's leg and manages to get into half guard. Lupertazzi wants to control but Rockwell is keeping busy and won't allow it. Rockwell is pressing down on Lupertazzi's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lupertazzi is holding on for now. #T2# Rockwell is thwarting Lupertazzi's attempts to control the position.#SUB# Rockwell seems to be working for a kimura but Lupertazzi defends the submission attempt.#SUB2# Lupertazzi actively working from the bottom here. Rockwell works his way into side control. Rockwell has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Lupertazzi! Rockwell takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB# Rockwell looking for the choke but no joy. #T3##SUB# Rockwell is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Lupertazzi defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB# Rockwell looking for the choke but no joy. Lupertazzi wants to escape the position.
#SUB# Rockwell looking for the RNC. #SUB# Rockwell looking for the RNC. Lupertazzi turns into Rockwell and is now in his guard.
Rockwell preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4# Rockwell looking for a sweep. Not yet Rockwell, not yet. Rockwell is trying to keep Lupertazzi in close.
Lupertazzi wants to control from the top but Rockwell keeps moving. Rockwell trying to keep a closed guard but Lupertazzi is proving a slippery customer.
Lupertazzi 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# Rockwell working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lupertazzi has passed into half guard!
#SUB2# Lupertazzi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rockwell is just riding it out for now. Lupertazzi eventually gives up the hold. Rockwell wants to improve his position but Lupertazzi is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Lupertazzi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Lupertazzi lands with a good body shot. Lupertazzi stuns Rockwell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Rockwell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lupertazzi's waist but Lupertazzi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rockwell off to one side. Rockwell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lupertazzi. Diego Lupertazzi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Rockwell takes a swing at Lupertazzi's ribcage but misses. #CL2# Lupertazzi instigates a clinch. Rockwell is trying to pull guard but Lupertazzi has him pressed against the cage.#BC2# Lupertazzi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Nice sprawl there from Lupertazzi as Rockwell shoots in. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. A telegraphed right hand from Lupertazzi misses the target. Rockwell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell avoids the body shot from Lupertazzi.
Rockwell throws a right hand that misses
and Lupertazzi counters with a straight right hand. Rockwell misses with a takedown attempt letting Lupertazzi counter with a right hand. Rockwell defending well as Lupertazzi loads up on a big left hand. #T1# Lupertazzi slaps away a takedown attempt from Rockwell, before circling back to the center of the mat. A looping hook to the body misses from Rockwell. Lupertazzi does a little dance to reset his feet. Despite the aggression on Lupertazzi's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Rockwell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lupertazzi tries to avoid it but Rockwell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lupertazzi to the ground. Lupertazzi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Diego Lupertazzi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Rockwell tries for a takedown but Lupertazzi circles away easily and Lupertazzi counters with a straight right hand. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Lupertazzi cracks Rockwell with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL2# Lupertazzi moves into the clinch successfully.
Rockwell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lupertazzi to keep the fight standing.#BC2# Lupertazzi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lupertazzi dodges the punch combination from Rockwell.
Lupertazzi takes a swing at Rockwell's ribcage but misses. Rockwell shoots in looking for a takedown but Lupertazzi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rockwell's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Lupertazzi misses with a few strikes there.
#T2# Lupertazzi scores with a hook. Rockwell staying out of range there. Lupertazzi cracks Rockwell with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD# Rockwell shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Lupertazzi keeping full guard, as Rockwell tries to pass. #SUB2# Lupertazzi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rockwell is aware though and is defending well. Rockwell passes Lupertazzi's left leg - he's now in half guard. Rockwell wants to free his trapped foot but Lupertazzi is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB# Rockwell 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.
#T3# Lupertazzi manages to get to full guard.
Rockwell won't allow Lupertazzi to sweep him here. Lupertazzi is trying to control the position but Rockwell postures up. #SUB2# Rockwell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rockwell passes Lupertazzi's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Rockwell tries to pass to full mount but Lupertazzi defends it. Lupertazzi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2# Lupertazzi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Rockwell is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2# Lupertazzi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rockwell pulls his head out easily. Lupertazzi trying to control here.
#SUB2# Lupertazzi with the active half guard here but Rockwell passes nicely into side control.
And that's the end of the fight! Diego Lupertazzi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Lupertazzi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diego Lupertazzi!
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Event:
DFN#30 Denis vs Grossweiner
Date: Feb 03, 2018 |
#R1# Rockwell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. The crowd cheers as Mikhasevich lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rockwell doesn't seem phased though. Rockwell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mikhasevich moves away. A telegraphed right hand from Mikhasevich misses the target. Rockwell looks for a takedown but Mikhasevich sprawls well. Mikhasevich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rockwell was well out of range. Poor timing from Mikhasevich. Mikhasevich tests Rockwell's chin there with a solid looking shot. Rockwell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Mikhasevich misses with a straight right. Rockwell appears to be looking for a counter takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell tries to clinch but Mikhasevich is having none of it. Mikhasevich works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Rockwell throws a shot from downtown. Mikhasevich moves away and avoids it. Rockwell with a poor takedown and Mikhasevich connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1# Rockwell takes a jab right on the kisser.
#ROC2# Rockwell is rocked! Mikhasevich drops Rockwell with a naaaaasty hook - Rockwell is in real trouble here! Mikhasevich dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gennady Mikhasevich! During a confident post fight interview, Gennady Mikhasevich thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Gladiators 71 Wallace v Bravo
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Harmbe has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rockwell jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Harmbe walks away with a smile on his face. Rockwell gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Rockwell looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2# Harmbe gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Harmbe looking to throw knees to the head but Rockwell is blocking nicely.
Harmbe scores a nice knee to the body.
Harmbe tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
I was talking to Rockwell's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Rockwell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Harmbe to keep the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Rockwell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Harmbe tries to land a knee to the head but Rockwell blocks with his arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell fails to pull guard.
Harmbe working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Rockwell is trying to pull guard but Harmbe turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Rockwell tries to pull guard but Harmbe holds him up against the cage and eventually Rockwell drops back down to his feet.
Rockwell tries to pull guard but Harmbe won't allow it.
#T1# Rockwell tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Harmbe smiles and moves away.
Harmbe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rockwell.#KD2# Oooooh!!! Harmbe has knocked Rockwell down with a huge combo! Harmbe steps away and waves a wobbly Rockwell back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. Rockwell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harmbe. Rockwell wants to clinch.#TD2# Harmbe shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ROC2# Rockwell is rocked! Rockwell might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. 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! The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Harmbe lands a nice short elbow. Oh Rockwell is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Harmbe passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Rockwell! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Harmbe postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Rockwell bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Harmbe and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Harold Harmbe! A very excited looking Harold Harmbe 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:
Gladiators 66 Bravo v Rockwell
Date: Dec 22, 2017 |
#R1# Rockwell blocks a jab. No joy there for Bravo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rockwell staying out of range there. Bravo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rockwell has time to react.#CUT# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. Rockwell misses with a series of wild punches.
Bravo loads up on a big right hand but Rockwell slips the punch. Bravo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Seppo's Massage Temple in the buildup to the fight. Rockwell wants to clinch and Bravo counters with a nice uppercut. Bravo moves out of range of the strikes. Rockwell has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bravo finds it's way round the side to connect with Rockwell's head. #ROC# Rockwell is rocked! Rockwell missing with a left hand there. Bravo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Rockwell is still on wobbly legs! Can Bravo finish him? Bravo sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Rockwell's defenses. It connects perfectly with Rockwell's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johnny Bravo! Johnny Bravo 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:
Gladiators 56 Roper v King
Date: Oct 29, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Nurmagomedov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Nurmagomedov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Rockwell keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Rockwell but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Rockwell is looking to get to half guard. Nurmagomedov misses with a head shot. Nurmagomedov lands a heavy elbow. Rockwell regains half guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! The fighters are battling for position here. Rockwell manages to regain full guard. Nice work. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nurmagomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB# Rockwell is looking for a triangle but Nurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Rockwell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Rockwell stands and throws Nurmagomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1# Nurmagomedov tries to bench press Rockwell off him but Rockwell keeps the position. Nurmagomedov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Rockwell passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Nurmagomedov! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Nurmagomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nurmagomedov has given up his back here. Will Rockwell look for the submission or keep pounding away?
#SUB# Nurmagomedov is trying to roll into a better position but Rockwell has get a rear naked choke and Nurmagomedov is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lew Rockwell! Our winner, Lew Rockwell, 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:
Gladiators 50 Bravo v Hendrik
Date: Sep 29, 2017 |
#R1# Rockwell shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Payne counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. Rockwell throws a predictable looking body shot
and Payne counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Rockwell shoots in for a double leg but Payne sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Rockwell shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Payne counters with a right hand to the body. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. 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. Rockwell gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD2# and Payne counters with a nice right hand that sends Rockwell toppling to the canvas! Rockwell scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Payne finish him?!#ROC2# Rockwell is rocked!#T1# Rockwell misses with a takedown and Payne counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Stryker Payne! A very excited looking Stryker Payne 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:
Gladiators 44 Cedric v Hendrik
Date: Aug 25, 2017 |
#R1# Rockwell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pato.
Pato bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. Pato misses with a hook
#TD# and Rockwell counters with a shoot takedown. Pato fights it but they end up in guard. Rockwell trying to control but Pato is working from the bottom. Rockwell looking to pass the guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell trying to control but Pato is working from the bottom. Pato wants to sweep but no luck. Pato keeping full guard, as Rockwell tries to pass. #T1# Rockwell advances to half guard. #SUB# Rockwell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pato doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rockwell. #SUB# Rockwell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rockwell passes to full mount! #SUB# Rockwell working for a guillotine from mount but Pato is in no mood to give up. Pato is desperately trying to improve his position but Rockwell has a good base and remains in mount.#T2##SUB# Rockwell with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Rockwell is trying to take his opponent's back.
We've been hearing that Rockwell has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB# Rockwell has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Pato is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lew Rockwell! A victorious Lew Rockwell 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:
Gladiators 39 Rockwell v Bravo
Date: Jul 29, 2017 |
#R1# Bravo clobbers Rockwell with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Rockwell looks to clinch and Bravo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Rockwell blocks a jab. Nice sprawl there from Bravo as Rockwell shoots in. Bravo's corner calls for a 1-2. Bravo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #KD2# Oooooh!!! Bravo has knocked Rockwell down with a huge combo! Bravo steps away and waves a wobbly Rockwell back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2# Rockwell is rocked!#CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rockwell switches off momentarily and Bravo cracks him with a monster right hand! Rockwell topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Bravo dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Bravo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johnny Bravo! Johnny Bravo 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.
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Event:
RFC 46: White Hot
Date: May 27, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Rockwell closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB# Rockwell thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Barrel prevents Rockwell from improving position. #SUB# Rockwell wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Barrel, who protects the arm well. Barrel looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Barrel has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB# Rockwell tries for a kimura but Barrel is defending well. Rockwell tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Barrel has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1# Rockwell has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Barrel!#SUB# Rockwell looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. Rockwell fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB# Rockwell has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Barrel is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lew Rockwell! Lew Rockwell retains his heavyweight title! Our winner, Lew Rockwell, 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:
RFC 43: Set It Off
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1# Josifov throws a sloppy head kick and Rockwell moves out of range easily. Rockwell doesn't manage to clinch there - Josifov circles away.
Rockwell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Josifov's waist but Josifov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rockwell off to one side. Rockwell blocks a head kick by Josifov.
Rockwell shoots in but Josifov avoids the takedown attempt easily. Rockwell tried to score with a low kick but Josifov checks it. Josifov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rockwell. Rockwell circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut.#TD2# Rockwell fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Josifov sprawls well initially but Rockwell persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2# Rockwell is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Josifov is just riding it out for now. Rockwell eventually gives up the hold. Rockwell works his foot free and advances to mount. Josifov has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
#T1##SUB2# Rockwell working for the choke. #SUB2# Rockwell 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, Josifov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB2# Rockwell working for a choke but Josifov is defending well. We've been hearing good reports from Josifov'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# Rockwell working for a choke but Josifov is defending well. #SUB2# Josifov is trying to defend against the choke here but Rockwell has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Rockwell Tightens the hold and Josifov taps out furiously! Rockwell displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lew Rockwell! Lew Rockwell is the new heavyweight champion! Our winner, Lew Rockwell, 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:
The Island Season 6, 205 lbs, Round 3
Date: Apr 11, 2017 |
#R1# Rockwell with a poor takedown #KD2# and The Terror Of The Island counters with a crisp right hand that drops Rockwell! The Terror Of The Island lets Rockwell back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. Rockwell shoots in and drives through. The Terror Of The Island sprawls well. The Terror Of The Island scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rockwell doesn't seem bothered though. Rockwell has his takedown stuffed and The Terror Of The Island counters with a huge right that knocks Rockwell out cold! The Terror Of The Island is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kromog The Terror Of The Island!
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Event:
The Island Season 6, 205 lbs, Round 2
Date: Apr 10, 2017 |
#R1# Rockwell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nurmagomedov as he avoids it easily. Nurmagomedov feints the counter takedown.#TD2# Nurmagomedov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rockwell! An elbow from Nurmagomedov crashes against the mat.
Nurmagomedov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. Rockwell struggling a bit here. Nurmagomedov with the ground and pound but Rockwell regains half guard under the barage of strikes. Rockwell won't allow Nurmagomedov to pass to mount. Nurmagomedov working over Rockwell with some ground and pound. Rockwell looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Rockwell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Rockwell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Rockwell is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots. Nurmagomedov prevents Rockwell from improving his position. Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow. Rockwell moves into full guard.
#SUB# Nurmagomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rockwell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nurmagomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Rockwell's legs - danger averted.#T1##SUB# Rockwell throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nurmagomedov is pushing down on Rockwell's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rockwell is fighting to maintain full guard but Nurmagomedov has managed to sneak the leg through. Rockwell moves into full guard.
Rockwell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB# Rockwell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nurmagomedov is aware though and is defending well. Nurmagomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Nurmagomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Nurmagomedov with a nice head shot there. Rockwell bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nurmagomedov's guard. #REVR# Nurmagomedov 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. Nurmagomedov keeping full guard, as Rockwell tries to pass. Rockwell pushes down on Nurmagomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2# Nurmagomedov wants to get back to full guard but Rockwell has mounted him! Nurmagomedov 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. Nurmagomedov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB# Rockwell is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Nurmagomedov is surviving well by controlling Rockwell's body position as best he can. Rockwell with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Nurmagomedov is desperately trying to improve his position but Rockwell has a good base and remains in mount. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nurmagomedov is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Rockwell has taken his back.
#SUB# Rockwell is persistently looking for the submission but Nurmagomedov is defending it well.
#SUB# Rockwell working for the choke. #T3# Nurmagomedov wants to control his opponent's hands but Rockwell gets his hands free. #SUB# Rockwell has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Nurmagomedov is defending well but eventually Rockwell manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Nurmagomedov has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lew Rockwell! After winning the bout, Lew Rockwell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
The Island Season 6, 205 lbs, Round 1
Date: Apr 09, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Rockwell closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ranyy quickly recovers to half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Rockwell looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Rockwell is working hard here to advance position. Ranyy is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB# Rockwell is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ranyy has managed to free his arm - good work. Rockwell moves nicely into side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Rockwell looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ranyy can do anything to dispel that myth. Ranyy prevents Rockwell from moving into mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Ranyy gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB# Rockwell has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Ranyy is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lew Rockwell! A relieved looking Lew Rockwell 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:
LH48: Kazakov vs Black
Date: Mar 24, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Nurmagomedov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Nurmagomedov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a triangle but Nurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Rockwell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB# Rockwell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Rockwell isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Nurmagomedov stacks Rockwell 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 Nurmagomedov! Rockwell is looking for a sweep. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nurmagomedov slows the pace down. Rockwell is trying to control Nurmagomedov's posture but Nurmagomedov avoids it. #T1# Rockwell tries to buck Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov is having none of it. The referee asks Nurmagomedov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nurmagomedov prefers to stall for the moment though. Rockwell is trying to improve his position. Rockwell sneaks back into half guard. Rockwell is controlling Nurmagomedov's position as best he can from this difficult position. Rockwell wants to improve his position but Nurmagomedov is controlling well.
#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Nurmagomedov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Rockwell is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Nurmagomedov jumps into side control! Nurmagomedov remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. Rockwell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nurmagomedov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Nurmagomedov controlling the position from side mount. Rockwell manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3##SUB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Rockwell wants to work for an arm triangle but Nurmagomedov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nurmagomedov is trying to maintain the position but Rockwell is very close to passing his half guard. Nurmagomedov wants to improve his position but Rockwell is controlling well.
Rockwell tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nurmagomedov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nurmagomedov can do anything to dispel that myth. Nurmagomedov gets back to full guard.
Rockwell pushes down on Nurmagomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard. Nurmagomedov is looking for a sweep. Rockwell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4# Rockwell is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Nurmagomedov! Rockwell prevents Nurmagomedov from getting the reversal. Nurmagomedov stops Rockwell from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB# Rockwell moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Nurmagomedov has worked his arm free - good work by Nurmagomedov!
Nurmagomedov tries to bench press Rockwell off him but Rockwell keeps the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nurmagomedov has escaped the position, nice work there. Rockwell tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nurmagomedov's legs. 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 Lew Rockwell will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Rockwell fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD# Nurmagomedov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Rockwell slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Rockwell has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Nurmagomedov! Nurmagomedov has given up his back.
#SUB# Rockwell goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Nurmagomedov escapes and is now in half guard on top. Rockwell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1##SUB# Rockwell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Rockwell wants to improve his position but instead Nurmagomedov has moved into half guard.
Rockwell trying to control but Nurmagomedov postures up.
Rockwell is trying to control but Nurmagomedov manages to pass to mount!
Rockwell tries to lock up and control but Nurmagomedov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2# Rockwell is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nurmagomedov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. Rockwell wants to hold on but Nurmagomedov pushes him away. Rockwell is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rockwell tries to hold on but Nurmagomedov pushes him away. Rockwell is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rockwell wants to hold on but Nurmagomedov pushes him away.#T3# Rockwell can't escape the position.
Rockwell is working hard here to advance position. Nurmagomedov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Rockwell working to try and regain half guard.
Nurmagomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4# Rockwell is looking to get to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Nurmagomedov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Rockwell is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Rockwell really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Nurmagomedov controlling from mount. Rockwell is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3# Rockwell shoots in but Nurmagomedov avoids the takedown attempt easily. Rockwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nurmagomedov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rockwell somewhat. Rockwell shoots in and drives through. Nurmagomedov sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Rockwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nurmagomedov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rockwell somewhat. Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2# Nurmagomedov feints and as Rockwell raises his hands in defense, Nurmagomedov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Nurmagomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Rockwell.#SUB# Rockwell looking for subs off his back but Nurmagomedov has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell tries to roll over but Nurmagomedov keeps him under control.#T1##SUB# Rockwell looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Rockwell looking for submissions off his back. Nurmagomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB# Rockwell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Nurmagomedov controlling the action here. Let's hope that Nurmagomedov 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.#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Rockwell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nurmagomedov is working away from the top position though.#SUB# Rockwell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Nurmagomedov prevents Rockwell from improving his position. Nurmagomedov controlling the action here.#T3##SUB# Rockwell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nurmagomedov pulls his head out easily. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Nurmagomedov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD# Rockwell looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Nurmagomedov is concentrating on defense, preventing Rockwell from advancing position. Rockwell trying to pass the guard but Nurmagomedov defending well. #SUB# Rockwell is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nurmagomedov has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4# Rockwell wants to pass the guard but Nurmagomedov is defending well. Nurmagomedov is holding on to half guard well. Rockwell is pressing down on Nurmagomedov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nurmagomedov is holding on for now. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Khabib Nurmagomedov. Well Nurmagomedov 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:29 Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 28:29 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
LH43: Hackett vs Nurmagomedov
Date: Mar 10, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Rockwell darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Rockwell wants to pass to mount but Lao Liikta is defending the position. Lao Liikta is looking for a sweep. Rockwell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Rockwell wants to pass to mount but Lao Liikta is defending the position. #SUB# Rockwell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rockwell working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Lao Liikta's thigh. Lao Liikta counters though and makes it back to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rockwell passes into half guard. Rockwell has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB# Rockwell with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T1##SUB# Rockwell looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. Rockwell fails to take his opponent's back. Rockwell 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. Lao Liikta working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB# Rockwell is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Rockwell extends the arm and Lao Liikta is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lew Rockwell! A victorious Lew Rockwell 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:
LH39: Hackett vs Jones
Date: Feb 24, 2017 |
#R1# Quick lands an overhand right.#CUT2# It looks like Lew Rockwell has been cut. No luck with that takedown attempt from Rockwell. Quick is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rockwell is defended easily by Quick.#CL2# Quick rushes Rockwell and presses him up against the cage. Rockwell wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Quick softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2# Quick lands a takedown into guard.
Rockwell wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB# Rockwell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Quick doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Rockwell is tightening it up a little... Quick has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Quick reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Quick taps out! Nice BJJ there by Rockwell!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Lew Rockwell! An out of breath Lew Rockwell 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:
LH35: Hackett vs Rockwell
Date: Feb 10, 2017 |
#R1# No luck with that takedown attempt from Rockwell. Rockwell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hackett defends well and Rockwell ends up having to push Hackett into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2# Rockwell gets the takedown into side control. Hackett's coaches at Young Achievers (All Elite Coach) 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.#SUB2# Rockwell tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2# Rockwell tries for a kimura but Hackett is defending well. #SUB2# Rockwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hackett has escaped the position, nice work there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Rockwell tries for a kimura but Hackett is defending well. #SUB2# Rockwell thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. My spies in Evolution MMA inform me that Rockwell has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Hackett knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rockwell on the ground.#T1##SUB2# Rockwell is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hackett knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2# Rockwell goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Hackett rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rockwell's guard! Nice work there by Hackett! Hackett is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Rockwell wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Hackett avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Rockwell throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hackett uses it to pass to side control.
#T2# Rockwell tries to buck Hackett off but Hackett is having none of it. Hackett moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Rockwell tries to buck Hackett off but Hackett is having none of it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# Rockwell is still trying to improve position. Rockwell keeps trying to improve his position. Rockwell regains half guard. Rockwell is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# Rockwell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Rockwell is looking for a sweep. Hackett is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2# Rockwell looking for submissions off his back. Rockwell wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Rockwell looking for submissions off his back. Rockwell is trying to get back to full guard. Rockwell wants to control but Hackett is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hackett performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Rockwell wants to sweep but Hackett has passed to side control! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Lew Rockwell will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Rockwell shoots and misses and Hackett counters with a thumping low kick. Rockwell looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Rockwell misses with a takedown and Hackett counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. Steve Hackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lew Rockwell. Rockwell misses with a takedown attempt - Hackett sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Rockwell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hackett as he avoids it easily. And Hackett counters with a quick kick to the body but Rockwell blocks it. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rockwell. Hackett went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. A kick lands to the mid section there for Hackett. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hackett thuds his shin into the meat of Rockwell's side. Hackett lands a big head kick that sends Rockwell to the canvas! Hackett follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Steve Hackett! Steve Hackett retains his light heavyweight title! A less than humble Steve Hackett misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
LH30: Hackett vs Harrak III
Date: Jan 22, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Rockwell 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. Kanagawa is pulling down on Rockwell's head to control his posture. Rockwell advances position into side control! Kanagawa throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
#SUB2# Rockwell has hold of Kanagawa's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Kanagawa tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Rockwell cranks the arm and Kanagawa screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Kanagawa, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Lew Rockwell!
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Event:
LH26: Hackett vs Mitchell
Date: Jan 08, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Rockwell throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. no was covering up waiting for the punch and Rockwell finishes the takedown easily into guard. Rockwell might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. no looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! Rockwell passes no's right leg, so he's now in half guard. no is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Rockwell seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB# Rockwell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Rockwell is looking to advance position but no won't allow it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Rockwell is sneakily working for an arm triangle but no sees it coming and defends easily. Rockwell works his way into side control. #T1##SUB# Rockwell is trying to get an arm triangle but no is defending well. #SUB# Rockwell has an Americana. no didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Rockwell is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Rockwell hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Lew Rockwell!
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Event:
LH21:Harrak vs Hackett II
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
#R1##TD# Rockwell shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Rockwell wants to take a breather but Tumulak is having none of it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Tumulak looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Tumulak looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tumulak can do anything to dispel that myth. Rockwell moves nicely into side control. Tumulak is not content to let Rockwell control the position. Tumulak tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB# Rockwell thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tumulak tries to improve position but can't. Rockwell tries to advance to mount but Tumulak denies him. Tumulak is trying to get back to half guard.#T1# Tumulak manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Tumulak lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Rockwell is trying to control but can't.
Rockwell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB# Rockwell looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Rockwell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Tumulak stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rockwell swivels though and keeps the full guard. Tumulak postures up and lands a big shot to Rockwell's brow. Tumulak with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Tumulak is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Rockwell has momentary wrist control but Tumulak slips an elbow through the middle. Tumulak scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB# Rockwell looking for a guillotine here but Tumulak defends easily.
Tumulak landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB# Rockwell looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2# Tumulak cracks Rockwell with a solid left hand. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tumulak works over Rockwell with some ground and pound from guard.#ROC2# Rockwell is rocked! Tumulak lands a couple of digs. Oh Rockwell is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB# Rockwell working for a triangle but Tumulak defends it easily.
Tumulak lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Tumulak looking to pass the guard. Tumulak pushes down on Rockwell's leg and manages to get into half guard. Tumulak is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Rockwell is hurt! He's hurt bad - Tumulak fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Rockwell from any more punishment! Congratulations to Tumulak! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Titing Tumulak! During a confident post fight interview, Titing Tumulak thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 06, 2016 |
#R1# Ling misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Ling dives in and grabs Rockwell's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rockwell pushes down on Ling's head and hops out. Rockwell is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Ling.#TD# Rockwell looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ling!#SUB# Rockwell wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ling, who protects the arm well. Ling stops Rockwell from passing to mount. #SUB# Rockwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ling has escaped the position, nice work there. Ling prevents Rockwell from improving position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Rockwell goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ling rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rockwell's guard! Nice work there by Ling! #SUB# Rockwell working for a triangle but Ling defends it easily.
#T1# Ling passes easily into side control. Nice work. Rockwell struggling a bit here. Rockwell is looking for a sweep. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2# Ling decides to stand back up. Ling steps back and let's Rockwell get back to his feet.#TD2# Ling closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Rockwell is looking to reverse the position. Rockwell is working hard here to advance position. Rockwell gets back to half guard. Rockwell is trying to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB# Rockwell looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Rockwell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ling pulls his head out easily. Ling passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Rockwell! Rockwell working to try and regain half guard.
Rockwell slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Ling wants to pass to mount but Rockwell is defending the position. Ling trying to control from half guard but Rockwell is working away. #T3##SUB# Rockwell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Rockwell is looking to improve his position.
Rockwell gets full guard. Ling preventing the sweep. Ling wants to pass the guard but Rockwell is keeping the position. Rockwell tries to land a sweep but no joy. Ling wants to stand but Rockwell is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB# Rockwell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4# Rockwell looking for a sweep. Not yet Rockwell, not yet. #SUB# Rockwell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ling gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Ling avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ling pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rockwell is keeping the position for now. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Rockwell is looking for a triangle but Ling pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Rockwell looking for subs off his back but Ling has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Xing Ling will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2##CL2# Ling clinches up against the cage. Ling fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2# Ling decides to pull guard. Rockwell trying to control the position from guard on top but Ling is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Rockwell not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB# Rockwell has gone for a leg lock! Ling slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rockwell's guard.#REVB# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Rockwell has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ling can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Rockwell is trying to keep Ling in close.
#T1##SUB# Rockwell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ling doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ling manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Rockwell has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ling 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 Rockwell. Rockwell is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Ling tries to advance to mount but Rockwell denies him. #T2# Rockwell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ling wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Ling lands a few punches from side control. Rockwell tries to bench press Ling off him but Ling keeps the position. Rockwell stops Ling from passing to mount. Rockwell is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Rockwell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Rockwell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB# Rockwell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ling doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ling manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Rockwell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3##SUB# Rockwell has an active guard here but Ling has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2# Ling wants to work for an arm triangle but Rockwell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ling is breathing heavily. Ling wants to pass to mount but Rockwell is defending the position. Rockwell wants to control but Ling is keeping busy and won't allow it. Rockwell tries to get to full guard but Ling has control of the leg. #SUB# Rockwell looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Rockwell actively working from the bottom here.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. The fighters are battling for position here. Rockwell manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB# Rockwell is looking to cinch up a triangle. Ling throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Rockwell's body to avoid the submission. Rockwell has instead reached around Ling's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Rockwell arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Lew Rockwell! Xing Ling was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you,i need to rest and prepare myself for the return!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 03, 2016 |
#R1# Rockwell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ranyy pinned against the cage. Ranyy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. It looked like Ranyy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Rockwell with a lazy takedown attempt letting Ranyy counter with a right hand. Ranyy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Ranyy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2# Rockwell looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2# Rockwell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2# Rockwell drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rockwell jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Ranyy controls Rockwell momentarily but Rockwell frees himself. Rockwell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ranyy swivels though and keeps the full guard. Ranyy looking to control.
Ranyy is really struggling to control Rockwell but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T1# Rockwell controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Rockwell wants to control from the top but Ranyy keeps moving. #SUB2# Rockwell drops back looking for a leg! Ranyy is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ranyy manages to kick Rockwell off! Rockwell jumps back into Ranyy's guard. #SUB2# Rockwell 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. Rockwell trying to control the position from guard on top but Ranyy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Rockwell advances position into side control!#SUB2# Rockwell tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Ranyy is looking for a sweep.#T2##SUB2# Rockwell is trying to get an arm triangle but Ranyy is defending well. #SUB2# Rockwell has hold of Ranyy's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Ranyy tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Rockwell cranks the arm and Ranyy screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Ranyy, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Lew Rockwell!
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