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Event:
Batoru FC 18
Date: Jul 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Galvao takes one on the chin but seems OK.
James lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
James lands a really nice looking cross but Galvao seems unphased.
James connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A shot to the liver by James. Beautiful body shot.
James jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Galvao looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
James connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Galvao momentarily.
Galvao tries for a takedown but James circles away easily
and James counters with a right hand to the body.
Galvao shoots in for a double leg but James sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
James was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jessie James has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafael Galvao.
James throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
James connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Galvao shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as James sprawls well. James wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Galvao gets slowly back to his feet.
Galvao takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Galvao shoots in looking for a takedown. James tries to sprawl out of it but Galvao keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. James manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
James cracks Galvao with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
James comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Galvao tries for a takedown but James sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
James lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
James changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Galvao doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
James uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Galvao has time to react.#TD2#
Galvao shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Galvao showed some decent athleticism there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Galvao prevents James from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Galvao is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, James has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Galvao is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Galvao is sneakily working for an arm triangle but James sees it coming and defends easily.
James looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Galvao wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Galvao wants to work for an arm triangle but James is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Galvao 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.
James is staying active underneath Galvao, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3#
James won't allow Galvao to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Galvao is trying to work for a kimura but James is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Galvao is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so James is just riding it out for now. Galvao eventually gives up the hold.
James gets full guard.
Galvao postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Galvao drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and James dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Galvao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4##SUB2#
James is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Galvao has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. James is looking to defend but Galvao has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for James! Galvao pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, James taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
Batoru FC 15
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Ieyoshi misses with a two punch combination.
Galvao stuffs the takedown attempt from Ieyoshi. Ieyoshi gets slowly back to his feet.
Galvao keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Galvao shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Galvao showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Galvao is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ieyoshi defends it well. #SUB#
Galvao seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Ieyoshi is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Galvao shoots in for a double leg but Shabadoo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Galvao has a takedown stuffed.
Shabadoo slips under a jab from Galvao.#TD#
Galvao shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Galvao was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Shabadoo pushes Galvao away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Galvao gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Galvao looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Galvao is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Shabadoo has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Galvao tries for a kimura but Shabadoo is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Galvao has hold of Shabadoo's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Shabadoo seems comfortable defending it but Galvao has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Shabadoo is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Shabadoo is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Galvao couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
Batoru FC 14
Date: Apr 27, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Galvao lands in his opponent's guard.
Askerin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Galvao is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Galvao 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.
Galvao distracts Askerin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Galvao thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Askerin has momentary wrist control but Galvao slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Galvao jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Galvao trying to control the position from guard on top but Askerin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askerin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Galvao trying to control but Askerin is working from the bottom. #T1#
Galvao content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Galvao jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Galvao jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Galvao preventing the sweep.
Askerin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Askerin can do anything to dispel that myth.
Galvao working some strikes from top position.
Askerin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Galvao. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Galvao seems to have locked his on tight now - Askerin screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Galvao, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
Batoru FC 11
Date: Feb 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Galvao shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Zidane counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Zidane throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Galvao works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zidane trying to control but Galvao is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Galvao has his foot on Zidane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zidane works his way back into a safe position though.
Galvao being controlled here, momentarily.
Zidane scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Galvao is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zidane is aware though and is defending well.
Zidane working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Galvao's head.
Zidane trying to control the position from guard on top but Galvao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zidane distracts Galvao with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Galvao is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zidane defends well.
Zidane postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Zidane throws a big elbow that misses.
Zidane working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Galvao keeping full guard, as Zidane tries to pass.
Zidane keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Galvao's head.#ROC#
Galvao is rocked!#SUB2#
Galvao is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zidane connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Galvao had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zidane defends it easily.
Zidane is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Galvao is still in real trouble! Can Zidane finish him?
Zidane trying to control the position from guard on top but Galvao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Galvao seems to have recovered his senses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Zidane accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Zidane stands and throws Galvao's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Galvao is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Zidane working the ground and pound from side control.
Galvao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Galvao is not content to let Zidane control the position.
Zidane is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
You can see the frustration on Galvao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Zidane happy to just control the position for now.
Zidane scoring with punches from side control.
Galvao tries to buck Zidane off but Zidane is having none of it.
Zidane working the body and head with strikes.
Galvao throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
#T3#
Galvao tries to buck Zidane off but Zidane is having none of it.
Zidane cracks Galvao with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Zidane lands some shots froms side control.
Zidane wants to control but Galvao is keeping him busy.
Zidane crunches a massive hammerfist down on Galvao - he's out! Zidane Holds back on further strikes and jumps to his feet to celebrate with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Zarko Zidane!
Zarko Zidane decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Aidan Entity (ranked 3301 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rafael Galvao (ranked 4137 p4p, 467 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Galvao's choice of entrance music: Kodaline - All I Want. Rafael Galvao is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Aidan Entity! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Rafael Galvao!
The judges for this bout are Chris Dean, Ben Hemmingworth and Darius Henderson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Galvao misses with a takedown attempt - Entity sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Galvao shoots in and bounces Entity off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Entity (0) vs (2) Galvao
Galvao won't allow Entity to sweep him here.
Galvao wants to control from the top but Entity keeps moving.
Galvao drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Entity dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Entity (2) vs (2) Galvao
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao has his foot on Entity's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Entity works his way back into a safe position though.
Entity 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.
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Entity from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Entity is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Entity's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Galvao looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Entity thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Entity is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Galvao had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Entity defends it easily.
Entity wants to control from the top but Galvao keeps moving.
Galvao had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Entity defends it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Galvao has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Entity can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've been hearing that Entity has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Entity drops back looking for a leg! Galvao is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Galvao manages to kick Entity off! Entity jumps back into Galvao's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Entity trying to control the position from guard on top but Galvao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Galvao working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Entity doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Entity manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Entity trying to control the position from guard on top but Galvao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Galvao is looking for a triangle but Entity pushes his legs off easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Galvao had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Entity defends it easily.
Entity trying to control the position from guard on top but Galvao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Galvao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Entity pushing down on Galvao's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Entity is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Entity perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.
Galvao is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Galvao looking for a kimura from the bottom but Entity passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Entity (5) vs (2) Galvao
Galvao looks winded!
Entity is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Galvao looks calm but he's in trouble here. Entity gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Galvao is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Entity lets go of the hold and Galvao can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Aidan Entity! |
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Event:
ABW 177 Matonen - Reynolds
Date: Nov 20, 2018 |
#R1#
Dock lands a head kick!
#TD#
Galvao fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dock to the ground. Galvao is now in Dock's guard.#SUB2#
Dock looking for a triangle here. Galvao is fighting it but it looks tight! Dock pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Galvao is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bob Dock!
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Event:
ABW 164 Bhullar - Harutyunyan
Date: Sep 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Galvao throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Carsara's waist but Carsara gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Galvao off to one side.
Carsara pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Galvao back to the cage. Carsara follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Carsara leaves Galvao with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Carsara connects with a nice cross there... Galvao is looking wobbly and Carsara recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Galvao to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Carsara jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Fausto Carsara!
Fausto Carsara took some time post fight to say the following; 'Tell me pussy Now" Motherfucker!".I told you than you was a fake fighter. Fuck you!!! Faggot! Who is The pussy? It's hard to eat My punches! Hahaha! Thank you to the opportunity PSE! I Close his mouth forever!!! Thank you Hilo! Joe Cardenas suck My Dick!bitch!!! Ej Hooker fight with me for The title'.
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Event:
ABW 155 Blackblood - Kai
Date: Aug 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Franco stuffs the takedown attempt from Galvao. Galvao gets slowly back to his feet.
Franco defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Galvao.
Galvao shoots in and drives through. Franco sprawls well.
Ezio Franco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafael Galvao.
Galvao shoots for a double leg takedown but Franco sprawls well. He's pushed Galvao's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Galvao scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Franco tries to buck Galvao off but Galvao is having none of it.
Franco holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Franco manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Galvao seems to be looking for submissions.
Franco misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Franco trying to control here.
Nice strikes from Galvao there.
Franco is trying to stand.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Franco is trying to maintain the position but Galvao is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Galvao seems to be working for a kimura but Franco defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Galvao seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Franco wants to improve his position but Galvao is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Galvao connects with a nice short shot to Franco's temple.
Franco trying to control but Galvao postures up.
#SUB#
Franco actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Galvao wants to work for an arm triangle but Franco is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Franco pushes Galvao off looking to stand but Galvao dives back in and keeps control.
Franco trying to control from the bottom.
Franco pushes Galvao off looking to stand but Galvao dives back in and keeps control.
Franco is trying to get back to full guard.
Franco on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Franco is refusing to be controlled, as Galvao sits in half guard.
Franco tries to roll over but Galvao keeps him under control.#T2##SUB2#
Galvao maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Franco could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Galvao has cracked it and Franco is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Galvao!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
ABW 149 Lopez - Jackson
Date: Jul 31, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Galvao is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Grimdal is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Grimdal has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Galvao has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Grimdal 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 Galvao.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galvao is trying to get back to half guard.
Grimdal really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Galvao. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Galvao is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao can't do much from the bottom here.
Galvao's coaches at True North Fight Team 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.
Grimdal looks winded!#T1#
Galvao is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Grimdal off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Grimdal is trying to defend against the choke here but Galvao has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Galvao Tightens the hold and Grimdal taps out furiously! Galvao displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
IUF 1
Date: Apr 04, 2018 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Galvao. Gee does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Gee moves into range and clinches up with Galvao.
Gee lands with a left to the head.
Gee swings wildly with an uppercut but Galvao uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gee.
A right hook to the body lands for Gee.
Gee working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Gee.
Galvao drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Galvao tries to pull guard but Gee holds him up against the ropes and eventually Galvao drops back down to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gee lands a body punch in the clinch.
We've been informed that Galvao has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Galvao is working for takedown but Gee is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dan Gee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafael Galvao.
Galvao has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Gee is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gee.
Gee lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Gee lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gee lands with a light punch inside.
Gee lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Gee softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gee. #ROC#
Galvao is rocked!
Galvao takes a shot to the head.
Galvao is still on wobbly legs! Can Gee finish him?
Gee is leaning against Galvao and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Galvao looks winded!
Gee lands an uppercut.
Gee lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gee creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Galvao with a big uppercut! Galvao tries to clinch up but Gee pushes him back against the ropes and lands another monster strike that crumples Galvao to the mat! Galvao covers up and Gee unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Dan Gee!
Dan Gee retains his middleweight title!
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rafael Galvao (ranked 2680 p4p, 323 weight class) and Josh Fardy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Galvao's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Kodaline - All I Want. Fardy has chosen Smack My Bitch Up as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Rafael Galvao! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Josh Fardy!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Shimada, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Galvao moves in looking to clinch but Fardy pushes him off.
Galvao sets himself, and Fardy steps forward looking for the clinch! Galvao avoids it this time.
Fardy closes the distance and clinches.
Fardy is pressed up against the cage. Galvao has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fardy down to the mat. Fardy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Fardy stuffs the takedown attempt from Galvao. Galvao gets slowly back to his feet.
Fardy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Galvao is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafael Galvao. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Galvao is fighting off a takedown attempt but Fardy is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Galvao to the mat. Galvao regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Galvao (0) vs (2) Fardy
Galvao working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fardy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fardy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fardy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao is looking for a triangle but Fardy pushes his legs off easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Galvao is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Galvao'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.
Fardy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Galvao working for a triangle but Fardy defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Galvao can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Fardy controls the pace.
Galvao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fardy not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Galvao is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fardy is aware though and is defending well.
Galvao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Fardy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Galvao swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fardy passes Galvao's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fardy stalling.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fardy uses his free foot to push down on Galvao's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Galvao. Score +3 for passing guard: Galvao (0) vs (5) Fardy
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fardy controlling from mount.
Galvao tries to hold on but Fardy pushes him away.
Galvao is desperately trying to improve his position but Fardy has a good base and remains in mount.
Fardy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Fardy pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Fardy controlling his opponent.
Galvao keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Fardy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Fardy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Galvao tries to control the position but Fardy now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Galvao (0) vs (8) Fardy
Fardy is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Galvao is defending well though. Fardy let's go of the attempt for now.
Galvao wants to control his opponent's hands but Fardy gets his hands free.
Fardy has good solid back control here.
Fardy is hanging on to Galvao's back as he tries to escape.
Galvao is working hard here to advance position.
Galvao trying to control the action but Fardy just sinks the hooks in.
Galvao breaks Fardy's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Galvao (2) vs (8) Fardy
Galvao wants to control from the top but Fardy keeps moving.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Galvao drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Fardy manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Galvao has Fardy in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Galvao (2) vs (10) Fardy
Fardy stands and throws Galvao's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Galvao (2) vs (13) Fardy
Fardy is staying tight to Galvao's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Galvao is trying to improve his position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Galvao is looking to reverse the position.
Galvao sneaks back into half guard.
Fardy trying to control the pace.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Galvao with the active half guard here but Fardy passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Galvao (2) vs (16) Fardy
Fardy just content to control the position.
Galvao tries to bench press Fardy off him but Fardy keeps the position.
Fardy controlling the position from side mount.
Galvao tries to buck Fardy off but Fardy is having none of it.
Fardy is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Galvao will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Galvao can't do much from the bottom here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Fardy controls the position from side control.
Galvao is trying to improve his position.
Fardy happy to just control the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galvao is trying to control Fardy's posture but Fardy avoids it.
Galvao is not content to let Fardy control the position.
You can see the frustration on Galvao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Galvao trying to remain calm as Fardy controls from the top position.
Galvao is looking for a sweep.
Galvao is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Fardy off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Galvao (6) vs (16) Fardy
Fardy just trying to survive but Galvao is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Galvao has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Fardy is really stuck here.
Fardy looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Galvao looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Fardy is controlling Galvao 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Galvao (6) vs (18) Fardy
Fardy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Galvao (6) vs (21) Fardy
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Galvao tries to bench press Fardy off him but Fardy keeps the position.
Galvao manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Fardy pulls his head out easily.
Galvao trying to control here.
Galvao looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Galvao is breathing heavily.
Fardy is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Galvao wants to control but Fardy is keeping busy.
Fardy passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Galvao (6) vs (24) Fardy
Galvao tries to hold on but Fardy pushes him away.
Fardy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Galvao can't escape the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Fardy takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Galvao (6) vs (27) Fardy
Fardy has the hooks in. Galvao is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Fardy controls the action.
Fardy is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Galvao tries to roll but Fardy sticks to his back.
Fardy has good solid back control here.
Galvao is trying to break free.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Fardy is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Galvao tries to escape the position.
Fardy has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Galvao's body.
Fardy working for a choke but Galvao is defending well.
Galvao tries to escape the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Fardy biding his time, looking for the opening.
I really don't envy Galvao right now.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Fardy is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Fardy has good solid back control here.
Galvao wants to escape the position.
Fardy looking for the choke but no joy.
Fardy doesn't have the hooks in and Galvao manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Galvao (8) vs (27) Fardy
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Galvao avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fardy looking for a guillotine here but Galvao defends easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fardy wins on points by 27 to 8.
Our winner, Josh Fardy, 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:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Henry Kane (ranked 4025 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rafael Galvao (ranked 2674 p4p, 318 weight class). Kane comes to the cage accompanied by Poltergeist. Galvao has chosen Kodaline - All I Want as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Rafael Galvao is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Henry Kane! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Rafael Galvao!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Shirou Masuda and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kane shoots for a takedown but Galvao saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've been told by Kane's head coaches at Heart Cave (8 elites, 4 double-elites, 1 triple) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Galvao is looking to clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Galvao looks for a takedown but Kane sprawls well.
Galvao fails with a takedown attempt.
Galvao looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kane is fending him off so far but Galvao persists. Nope, Kane circles away and we're back to standing.
Henry Kane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafael Galvao.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Galvao enables Kane to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Galvao manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kane (2) vs (0) Galvao
Galvao escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kane gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Galvao looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Galvao not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kane works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kane seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galvao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Galvao is defending against the submission attempts here by Kane.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kane is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Galvao is just riding it out for now. Kane eventually gives up the hold.
Galvao gets back to full guard.
Kane has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kane trying to control but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Galvao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kane wants to control from the top but Galvao keeps moving.
Galvao has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kane can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kane trying to control but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Galvao is looking for a triangle but Kane pushes his legs off easily.
Kane trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kane works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Galvao wants to control but Kane is keeping busy.
Kane is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Galvao sees it coming and defends easily.
Galvao is looking for a sweep. Kane is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Galvao gets back to full guard.
Galvao lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kane (2) vs (2) Galvao
Kane pulls Galvao in to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Galvao has gone for a leg lock! Kane slips out almost immediately though and dives into Galvao's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kane (4) vs (2) Galvao
Kane drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kane jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Galvao is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kane pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Galvao is keeping the position for now.
Galvao working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kane has passed into half guard!
Kane tries to pass to full mount but Galvao defends it.
Kane is working hard here to advance position.
Kane is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Galvao is looking to improve his position.
Kane wants to work for an arm triangle but Galvao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Galvao gets full guard.
Galvao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kane drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kane jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kane tries to free his leg and advance position but Galvao is retaining full guard.
Galvao has his foot on Kane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kane works his way back into a safe position though.
Kane wants to control from the top but Galvao keeps moving.
Kane avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Galvao looking to control.
Galvao escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kane gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Galvao working a defensive guard here.
Kane 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.
Kane slips nicely into half guard.
Kane moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kane (7) vs (2) Galvao
Kane is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Galvao has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kane tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Galvao is looking for a sweep.
Galvao manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Kane wants to work for an arm triangle but Galvao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Galvao is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kane has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kane (10) vs (2) Galvao
Galvao slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.
Galvao is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kane's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kane's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kane (10) vs (6) Galvao
Kane manages to reverse the position and now he's in Galvao's guard. Nice work there by Kane.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kane (12) vs (6) Galvao
Kane pushes down on Galvao's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kane is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Galvao is just riding it out for now. Kane eventually gives up the hold.
Kane is looking for a kimura but Galvao is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kane to get the leverage.
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kane in particular looking to stall.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Galvao looking for submissions off his back.
Kane is looking for a kimura here.
Kane is working for a submission of some sort.
Kane is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Galvao doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kane.
Kane trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Kane is working for a submission of some sort.
Kane trying to control from half guard but Galvao is working away.
Galvao gets back to full guard.
Galvao looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Kane from controlling successfully.
Galvao is looking for a triangle here but Kane uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kane (15) vs (6) Galvao
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kane looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kane tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kane has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Galvao is trying to control Kane's posture but Kane avoids it.
Kane wants to lay and pray for a moment but Galvao keeps working.
Galvao manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Galvao is looking for a sweep. Kane is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Kane wants to free his trapped foot but Galvao is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kane is looking for a kimura here.
Galvao looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kane is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kane is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Galvao looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Galvao tries to roll over but Kane keeps him under control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Galvao moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Galvao pushes a forearm under Kane's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kane is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rafael Galvao! |
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Event:
Gladiators 67 Johnny v Wipe
Date: Dec 23, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Galvao throwing strikes but Jenkins manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Galvao struggling a bit here.
Jenkins wants to control but Galvao is keeping him busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Galvao'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.
Galvao can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here.
Jenkins lands a nice forearm strike.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Jenkins working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Galvao misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Galvao manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Jenkins wants to free his trapped foot but Galvao is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jenkins tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #SUB2#
Jenkins is looking for a kimura here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Galvao wants to improve his position but Jenkins is controlling well.
#SUB#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jenkins pulls his head out easily.
Jenkins is trying to control. Galvao wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Galvao regains full guard. Nicely done.
Jenkins is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Jenkins from controlling successfully.
Galvao not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jenkins advances position into side control!
Galvao tries to buck Jenkins off but Jenkins is having none of it.
Galvao is not content to let Jenkins control the position. #T2##SUB2#
Jenkins is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Galvao is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Galvao tries to improve position but can't.
Galvao is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Jenkins is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Jenkins trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Galvao is working to get back to half guard.
Jenkins in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Jenkins cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Jenkins is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Galvao wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB2#
Jenkins tightening his grip on Galvao, looking for the choke.
Galvao tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Galvao is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jenkins tries to control but Galvao wriggling away.
Jenkins lands a big shot there that rocks Galvao but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#ROC2#
Galvao is rocked!
Galvao slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Oh Galvao is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jenkins stalling away here and it's allowed Galvao to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB#
Galvao looking for a guillotine here but Jenkins defends easily.
Jenkins tries to free his leg and advance position but Galvao is retaining full guard.
Galvao seems to have got his legs back now.#T4#
Jenkins advances position into side control!
Galvao is looking to reverse the position.
Jenkins trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Jenkins has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Galvao!
Jenkins with the ground and pound from mount.
Jenkins looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish 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!
Galvao is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Jenkins has taken his back.
Jenkins gets his hands free as Galvao looks to control. #SUB2#
Jenkins has managed to slip his arm under Galvao's chin. This could be all over... yep, Galvao is tapping out! Submission win for Jenkins.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Maurice Jenkins!
Maurice Jenkins made sure to mention his sponsor, Fatty's in his post fight interview.
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Event:
Gladiators 62 Marc v DaSilva 2
Date: Dec 01, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Galvao gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Galvao kicks Arlovsky off and gets to his feet.
Arlovsky tries to score a power double leg takedown but Galvao sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Arlovsky somewhat.#TD#
Galvao closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Arlovsky to the mat! Arlovsky manages to get full guard.
Galvao trying to control but Arlovsky is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Arlovsky is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Galvao is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Arlovsky dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Arlovsky tries to free his leg and advance position but Galvao is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Galvao working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Arlovsky doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Arlovsky manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Arlovsky is looking to work some ground and pound but Galvao has wrist control.
Arlovsky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Arlovsky tries to free his leg and advance position but Galvao is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Galvao working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Arlovsky has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Arlovsky is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Arlovsky moves into full mount! Galvao won't be happy about that!
Galvao can't escape the position.
Arlovsky throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Arlovsky misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Galvao tries to reverse the position but Arlovsky maintains control.
Galvao is squirming around, avoiding Arlovsky's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Galvao is desperately trying to improve his position but Arlovsky has a good base and remains in mount.
Arlovsky is looking to work his way around to Galvao's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Arlovsky has hold of Galvao's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Galvao manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Arlovsky throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
#SUB2#
Arlovsky wants to finish this one by submission but Galvao is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Arlovsky.
Galvao is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Arlovsky blocks Galvao's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Galvao is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Arlovsky fails to advance to Galvao's back.
Arlovsky trying to control but Galvao is having none of it.
Galvao is trying desperately to improve position.
Galvao blocking the ground and pound.
Galvao slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arlovsky pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Galvao looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Arlovsky is trying to work for a kimura but Galvao is defending well.
#T4##SUB2#
Arlovsky wants to work for an arm triangle but Galvao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Arlovsky throwing shots but Galvao is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.
Arlovsky not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Galvao missing with punches from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking for a kimura but Galvao is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arlovsky to get the leverage.
Galvao wants to improve his position but Arlovsky is controlling well.
Arlovsky is keen to just control but Galvao is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michal Arlovsky dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Galvao is defended easily by Arlovsky.
Galvao shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Arlovsky bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Arlovsky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Arlovsky wants to control but Galvao is keeping him busy.
Galvao looking for a sweep but Arlovsky has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Galvao really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Arlovsky throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao is looking to improve his position but Arlovsky isn't that keen on the idea.
Arlovsky thowing shots but they're missing.
Arlovsky trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1##SUB2#
Arlovsky is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Galvao to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Galvao shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Arlovsky is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Galvao to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Galvao shrugs it off.
Galvao is desperately trying to improve his position but Arlovsky has a good base and remains in mount.
Arlovsky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Galvao wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Arlovsky.
#SUB2#
Arlovsky is working for a guillotine from mount but Galvao frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2#
Arlovsky is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Galvao can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Galvao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arlovsky throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Galvao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Galvao bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T2##SUB#
Galvao is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Arlovsky is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Arlovsky has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Galvao is looking for a triangle here but Arlovsky uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Arlovsky tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Arlovsky has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Galvao knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Galvao is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Arlovsky's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Galvao manages to get to full guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Arlovsky 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. #SUB#
Galvao looking for a guillotine here but Arlovsky defends easily.
Arlovsky must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Galvao looking for a sweep. Not yet Galvao, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arlovsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Arlovsky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Arlovsky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Arlovsky throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Galvao works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Arlovsky throws a big elbow that misses.
Arlovsky pushing down on Galvao's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.
Arlovsky prevents Galvao from improving his position.#T4##SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking for a kimura but Galvao is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arlovsky to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Arlovsky is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arlovsky pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Galvao looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Arlovsky wants to work for an arm triangle but Galvao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Arlovsky wants to work for an arm triangle but Galvao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michal Arlovsky 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#
Galvao defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Arlovsky.
Galvao tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Arlovsky defends well and Galvao ends up having to push Arlovsky into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Galvao looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Arlovsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Arlovsky stuffs the takedown attempt from Galvao. Galvao gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafael Galvao. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arlovsky has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Arlovsky shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Galvao manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Michal Arlovsky has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU2#
Arlovsky gets to his feet. Galvao looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arlovsky shoots in but Galvao avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Galvao shoots in for a takedown but Arlovsky shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Arlovsky scores with a takedown into Galvao's guard.#T1##SUB#
Galvao is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Arlovsky defends well.
Arlovsky trying to control but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Arlovsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Arlovsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Galvao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Arlovsky from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Galvao has his foot on Arlovsky's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Arlovsky works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Arlovsky 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. #SUB#
Galvao has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Arlovsky can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Arlovsky with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Galvao looking for a guillotine here but Arlovsky defends easily.
Arlovsky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Arlovsky throwing strikes from guard but Galvao blocks nicely. #SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Arlovsky got a little sloppy there for a moment and Galvao has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Arlovsky has managed to get both his arms back between Galvao's legs - danger averted.
Arlovsky stands and throws Galvao's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Arlovsky thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3##SUB2#
Arlovsky tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Arlovsky has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Galvao tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Arlovsky wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Arlovsky tries for a kimura but Galvao is defending well.
Arlovsky working away.
Galvao tries to buck Arlovsky off but Arlovsky is having none of it.
Galvao struggling a bit here.
Arlovsky postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Galvao is looking to reverse the position.
Arlovsky trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Galvao knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Arlovsky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Galvao managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Arlovsky.
Galvao sneaks back into half guard.
Rafael Galvao has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Arlovsky thows a huge punch but Galvao dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arlovsky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Michal Arlovsky is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Galvao defends it well. #SUB2#
Arlovsky is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Michal Arlovsky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Arlovsky 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michal Arlovsky!
Michal Arlovsky decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Gladiators 58 Da Silva v Marc
Date: Nov 03, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Galvao was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dennis struggling a bit here.
Dennis tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Galvao is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dennis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Galvao wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dennis , who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dennis sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Dennis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Galvao pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB2#
Dennis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Galvao pulls his head out easily.
Dennis is looking to control Galvao's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dennis avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Dennis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Galvao is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dennis trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Dennis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Galvao pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dennis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Galvao is working for a kimura but Dennis is defending it quite comfortably.
#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.#SUB2#
Dennis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dennis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Galvao pulls his head out easily.
Dennis is trying to maintain the position but Galvao is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Galvao seems to be working for a kimura but Dennis defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Dennis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Galvao pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Galvao seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Dennis is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
ABW 71 Murhaa - The Crab
Date: Oct 12, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Galvao shoots in and gets a takedown into House's guard.
House trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Galvao thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Galvao wants to stand and escape but instead House has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Galvao had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. House defends it easily.#SUB2#
Galvao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Galvao is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. House is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Galvao has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think House should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Galvao has tightened it up now! House should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
TWGC 18 (170lbs, D3): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 18, 2017 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joseph OByrne (ranked 3638 p4p, 355 weight class) and Rafael Galvao (ranked 2097 p4p, 321 weight class). Galvao is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Kodaline - All I Want. Rafael Galvao acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joseph OByrne! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Rafael Galvao!
The judges for this bout are Ivan Kurochkin, Illya Tyunina and Aleksandr Martynov.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Galvao is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but OByrne is defending well.
OByrne prevents the takedown attempt.
OByrne pulls Galvao into guard.
OByrne is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: OByrne (2) vs (0) Galvao
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but OByrne pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galvao tries to roll over but OByrne keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
OByrne not doing much here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but OByrne pulls his head out easily.
OByrne works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: OByrne (5) vs (0) Galvao
OByrne controlling the position easily from mount.
Galvao is wriggling around trying to escape.
Galvao is still trying to improve position.
OByrne looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Galvao is trying to escape the mount.
Galvao gets back to half guard.
OByrne perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
OByrne tries to pass to full mount but Galvao defends it.
OByrne seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Galvao wants to get back to full guard.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
OByrne trying to pass the guard but Galvao defending well.
Galvao looking for a kimura from the bottom but OByrne passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: OByrne (8) vs (0) Galvao
OByrne content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Galvao tries to buck OByrne off but OByrne is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
OByrne slows the pace down.
Galvao is looking for a sweep.
Galvao sneaks back into half guard.
Galvao with the active half guard here but OByrne passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: OByrne (11) vs (0) Galvao
Galvao tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but OByrne wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
OByrne controls the position from side control.
Galvao is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Galvao can't do much from the bottom here.
Galvao is looking for a sweep.
OByrne taking a breather here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
OByrne working away.
Galvao is trying to get back to half guard.
OByrne controls the position.
Galvao is trying to improve his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
OByrne controls the position.
OByrne has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Galvao is trying to get back to half guard.
OByrne content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
You can see the frustration on Galvao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Galvao is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but OByrne is staying active.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
OByrne in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Galvao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Galvao sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Galvao looking for submissions off his back.
Galvao tries to roll over but OByrne keeps him under control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
OByrne sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Galvao looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
OByrne prevents Galvao from improving his position.
OByrne takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Galvao wants to get back to full guard.
OByrne stalling.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Galvao is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of OByrne's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take OByrne's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: OByrne (11) vs (4) Galvao
Galvao patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Galvao goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. OByrne escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: OByrne (13) vs (4) Galvao
Galvao looks winded!
OByrne prevents Galvao from improving his position.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
OByrne is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Galvao tries to get to full guard but OByrne has control of the leg.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with OByrne in particular looking to stall.
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Galvao with the active half guard here but OByrne passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: OByrne (16) vs (4) Galvao
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Galvao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
OByrne just content to control the position.
Galvao tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but OByrne wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Galvao felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
A lull in the action here.
Galvao tries to buck OByrne off but OByrne is having none of it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here as OByrne stalls from top position.
Galvao is looking for a sweep.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
OByrne is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Galvao's shoulder. That is not cool.
Galvao tries to improve position but can't.
OByrne controls the position.
Galvao is looking to regain half guard here but OByrne keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Galvao's face as OByrne controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Galvao tries to buck OByrne off but OByrne is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
OByrne takes the fight on points by 16 to 4.
Joseph OByrne decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
C20: Lu vs Spillane
Date: Aug 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Galvao tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Khovanskiy defends well and Galvao ends up having to push Khovanskiy into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Khovanskiy throws a head kick that misses.
Galvao appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Khovanskiy has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Galvao is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Khovanskiy tries a head kick but it misses.
Khovanskiy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Khovanskiy plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Khovanskiy lands a really nice looking cross but Galvao seems unphased.
Khovanskiy throws the kick towards the body but Galvao avoids it.
Galvao half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Khovanskiy throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Galvao.#ROC2#
Galvao is rocked!#TD#
Khovanskiy tries to sprawl but Galvao drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Khovanskiy wants to control but Galvao is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Galvao is working for a kimura but Khovanskiy is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Galvao is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Khovanskiy has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Galvao is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Khovanskiy sees it coming and defends easily.#T1##SUB#
Galvao is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Khovanskiy is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rafael Galvao!
In defeat, Yuriy Khovanskiy stepped up to the mic, saying 'Go na versusbattle'.
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Event:
C17: Lowe vs Seery
Date: Aug 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Galvao doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Von Mises to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Galvao drives through with a takedown into Von Mises's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Galvao working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Von Mises can do anything to dispel that myth.
Von Mises not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Galvao working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Von Mises looking for a sweep. Not yet Von Mises, not yet.
Von Mises trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Galvao drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Von Mises manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Galvao has Von Mises in his guard.#REVB#
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Von Mises from controlling successfully.
Von Mises must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1##SUB#
Galvao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've been hearing good reports from Galvao's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Galvao escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Von Mises gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Galvao working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Von Mises doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Galvao is tightening it up a little... Von Mises has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Von Mises reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Von Mises taps out! Nice BJJ there by Galvao!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 38: Tornado
Date: Jul 21, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao drives through with a takedown into guard. #SU#
Galvao gets to his feet. Helmut looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Helmut misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Helmut closes the distance and clinches up with Galvao, looking for a takedown. Helmut pushes Galvao against the cage but Galvao circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Helmut cracks Galvao with a good jab.
Helmut shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rafael Galvao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luigi Helmut.
Helmut shoots in for a double leg but Galvao sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Helmut looks to score with a jab to the body but Galvao is just out of range.#TD#
Galvao closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Helmut to the mat! Helmut manages to get full guard.
Galvao postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Helmut is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Galvao throws a sloppy strike and Helmut has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Galvao is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Helmut!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Luigi Helmut!
During a confident post fight interview, Luigi Helmut thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
CP1: Rydell vs Dos Oliviera
Date: Jun 28, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao scores with a takedown into Caiman's guard.#ES2#
Caiman scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Caiman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Galvao manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Caiman on his heels. He'll look to pass Caiman's guard now, I'm sure.
Galvao wants to control from the top but Caiman keeps moving.
Caiman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Caiman keeping moving, preventing Galvao from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Galvao jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Caiman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Caiman dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Galvao looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Caiman puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1##SUB#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Caiman pulls his head out easily.
Galvao is staying active underneath Caiman, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Caiman trying to control from half guard but Galvao is working away. #SUB#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Caiman pulls his head out easily.
Caiman throwing shots but Galvao is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back.
Galvao is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Caiman trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Caiman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galvao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've been hearing good reports from Galvao's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Caiman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Caiman wants to control the pace but Galvao is squirming around nicely.
Galvao working to try and regain half guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Caiman working for a submission but Galvao is keeping him at bay.
Caiman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Galvao is looking to escape.
Galvao is trying to escape the mount.
Galvao regains half guard.#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Galvao wants to improve his position but Caiman is controlling well.
Caiman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4##SUB2#
Caiman is looking for a kimura but Galvao is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Caiman to get the leverage. #SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Caiman is pressing down on Galvao's thigh, looking to free his foot. Galvao is holding on for now.
Galvao is looking to control Caiman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Galvao avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Caiman in particular looking to stall.
Caiman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galvao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Caiman pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Galvao makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Galvao.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Galvao working for a triangle but Caiman defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronaldo Caiman 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##TD#
Caiman gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Galvao to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Caiman wants to sweep here but Galvao controlling him for the moment.
Caiman pulls Galvao in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao wants to control from the top but Caiman keeps moving.
Galvao stopping the sweep attempt from Caiman.
Caiman trying to control the position.
#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Galvao accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Caiman looking to control.
#SUB#
Galvao drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Caiman dives on top into guard.#REVB#
My spies in Combate Gym 🇧🇷 inform me that Caiman has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Galvao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Galvao working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Caiman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Caiman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Caiman drops back looking for a leg! Galvao is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Galvao manages to kick Caiman off! Caiman jumps back into Galvao's guard. #SUB#
Galvao is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Caiman defends well.#T2#
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Caiman from controlling successfully.
Caiman preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Galvao is looking for a triangle but Caiman pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Galvao is looking for a triangle here but Caiman uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Caiman trying to control the position but Galvao is working away.
Caiman controls the position.#T3##SUB2#
Caiman in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Galvao is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ronaldo Caiman!
In his post fight interview, Ronaldo Caiman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Combate 4: Lutadores
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1#
Galvao shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jim but Jim pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jim lands with a nice combination. Galvao backs away looking to recover.
Galvao throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Galvao sets himself, and Jim steps forward looking for the clinch! Galvao avoids it this time.
Jim tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Galvao defends well and Jim ends up having to push Galvao into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jim shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Galvao defends it nicely.
Galvao shoots and misses
and Jim counters with a good, hard body kick but Galvao shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao moves out of range of the body kick from Jim .
Jim scores with a hook to the body. Galvao takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Galvao avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jim blocks a head kick by Galvao.
Jim tries to counter with a clinch but Galvao shakes him off and moves away.#T1#
Jim shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Galvao as he avoids it easily.
Galvao appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rafael Galvao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slim Jim .
Jim closes this distance looking for a takedown but Galvao circles away.
Jim dives in and grabs Galvao's left leg, looking for a takedown. Galvao pushes down on Jim 's head and hops out.#TD#
Galvao fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jim sprawls well initially but Galvao persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Galvao stalling.
Galvao's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB#
Galvao has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Jim defend it? Galvao steps over the head and cranks it - Jim is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Galvao!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rafael Mendes and Rafael Galvao. Galvao has chosen Kodaline - All I Want as his entrance music. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rafael Mendes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Rafael Galvao!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Emerson Jorge and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mendes doesn't manage to clinch there - Galvao circles away.
Galvao gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mendes (0) vs (2) Galvao
Galvao seems to be looking for submissions.
Mendes controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Galvao wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mendes keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendes is controlling Galvao's trapped leg to prevent Galvao from advancing to side control.
Galvao is looking for a kimura here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mendes wants to improve his position but Galvao is controlling well.
Galvao looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Galvao trying to control from half guard but Mendes is working away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mendes tries to roll over but Galvao keeps him under control.
Mendes wants to control but Galvao is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mendes moves into full guard.
Mendes trying to keep a closed guard but Galvao is proving a slippery customer.
Mendes is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Galvao is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Mendes 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.
Mendes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mendes is controlling Galvao's posture.
Galvao drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mendes dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mendes (2) vs (2) Galvao
Galvao escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mendes gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Galvao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mendes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Galvao swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Galvao wants to sweep here but Mendes controlling him for the moment.
Mendes 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.
Mendes preventing the sweep.
Mendes trying to control but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Galvao trying to keep a closed guard but Mendes is proving a slippery customer.
Galvao has an active guard here but Mendes has managed to pass into half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mendes trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Mendes perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Galvao is pressing down on Mendes's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mendes looking to sit in guard and control but Galvao gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mendes (2) vs (4) Galvao
Galvao tries to free his leg and advance position but Mendes is retaining full guard.
My spies in Johnson MMA inform me that Galvao has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Galvao passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Mendes (2) vs (7) Galvao
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mendes is not content to let Galvao control the position.
Galvao controlling the position from side mount.
Mendes is looking for a sweep.
Mendes can't do much from the bottom here.
Galvao goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mendes has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Galvao but great work by Mendes. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mendes (6) vs (7) Galvao
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Galvao tries to improve position but can't.
Mendes working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Galvao is not content to let Mendes control the position.
Galvao tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Mendes presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mendes (8) vs (7) Galvao
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Galvao working to try and regain half guard.
Galvao keeps trying to improve his position.
Mendes looking to control but Galvao is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Galvao tries to hold on but Mendes pushes him away.
Galvao is in all sorts of trouble here.
Mendes looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Galvao is working to get back to half guard.
Mendes controlling from the full mount.
Galvao working to try and regain half guard.
Mendes can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Galvao is looking to escape.
Mendes controlling the pace for now.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Galvao is trying desperately to improve position.
Galvao sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Mendes trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mendes wants to pass to mount but Galvao is defending the position.
Galvao wants to get back to full guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Galvao wants to get back to full guard but Mendes has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mendes (11) vs (7) Galvao
Mendes trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Galvao tries to bench press Mendes off him but Mendes keeps the position.
Galvao can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Galvao tries to improve position but can't.
Galvao is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Mendes is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mendes (13) vs (7) Galvao
Mendes wants to control the pace but Galvao is squirming around nicely.
Galvao working to try and regain half guard.
Galvao is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Mendes wants to control the pace but Galvao is squirming around nicely.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Mendes sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Galvao is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Galvao working to try and regain half guard.
Mendes wants to control the pace but Galvao is squirming around nicely.
Mendes is really struggling to control Galvao but he's trying to hold on to the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Galvao tries to lock up and control but Mendes gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Galvao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mendes trying to control but Galvao is having none of it.
Galvao is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mendes takes the fight on points by 13 to 7. |
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Event:
FFA: Wednesday Night Delight 3
Date: Mar 22, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Galvao 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.
Galvao tries to free his leg and advance position but Sturlusson is retaining full guard.
Galvao wants to control from the top but Sturlusson keeps moving.
Galvao might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sturlusson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Sturlusson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sturlusson tries to get out of the position.
Galvao slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturlusson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Galvao is chipping away with strikes.
#T1#
Sturlusson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Galvao connects with a decent elbow.
Galvao working away.
Sturlusson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sturlusson is not content to let Galvao control the position. #SUB2#
Galvao is working to tighten his grip on Sturlusson's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Sturlusson has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Galvao is really squeezing tight and eventually Sturlusson passes out! Galvao breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
TWGC 15 (155lbs, D3): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rafael Galvao and Buster Kneecap. Galvao comes to the cage accompanied by Kodaline - All I Want. Kneecap has chosen SKI MASK THE SLUMP GOD - GONE as his entrance music. Buster Kneecap told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Rafael Galvao! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Buster Kneecap!
The judges for this bout are Tarja Halkonen, Ben Zyskovitsi and Johanna Lukiainen.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Galvao fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kneecap to the ground. Galvao is now in Kneecap's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Galvao (2) vs (0) Kneecap
Galvao trying to control the position from guard on top but Kneecap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Galvao won't allow Kneecap to sweep him here.
Kneecap is trying to control the position but Galvao postures up.
Galvao controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kneecap is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneecap pushes a forearm under Galvao's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Galvao is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Buster Kneecap! |
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Event:
AFC Murphy vs Hedes
Date: Jan 20, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Galvao content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Galvao looks up at the clock and then as Sosa takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Galvao smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Sosa prevents Galvao from moving into mount. #SUB#
Galvao wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sosa, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galvao working the ground and pound but Sosa is defending the strikes.
Galvao content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Galvao has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Galvao connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Sosa some visible discomfort.
Sloppy strikes there by Galvao.
Sosa gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB#
Galvao is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Sosa is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rafael Galvao!
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Apollo Palhares and Rafael Galvao. The crowd seem to be enjoying Galvao's choice of entrance music: Kodaline - All I Want. This should be fireworks!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Apollo Palhares! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rafael Galvao!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Luis Engracia and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Palhares manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Galvao on his heels. He'll look to pass Galvao's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Palhares (2) vs (0) Galvao
Galvao pulls Palhares in close to prevent any damage.
Galvao wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Palhares is now in half guard.
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Palhares pulls his head out easily.
Palhares is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao wants to improve his position but Palhares is controlling well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Palhares works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Palhares (5) vs (0) Galvao
Galvao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Galvao trying his best to control but Palhares has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Palhares (7) vs (0) Galvao
Palhares avoids the attempt from Galvao to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Palhares controlling his opponent.
Galvao tries to hold on but Palhares pushes him away.
Galvao is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Galvao is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Palhares content just to control the position here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Palhares avoids the attempt from Galvao to control.
Palhares content just to control the position here.
Galvao regains half guard.
Galvao trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Palhares (10) vs (0) Galvao
Palhares content just to control the position here.
Palhares knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Galvao on the ground.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Palhares has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Galvao can't escape the position.
Galvao tries to hold on but Palhares pushes him away.
Palhares tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Palhares prevents Galvao from getting the reversal.
Palhares takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Galvao tries to hold on but Palhares postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Palhares tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Palhares's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Galvao tries to hold on but Palhares pushes him away.
Palhares controlling from mount.
Galvao holds of for dear life.
Palhares looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Palhares trying to control but Galvao is having none of it.
Galvao is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Palhares controlling the pace for now.
Galvao is looking to improve his position but Palhares isn't that keen on the idea.
Galvao tries to hold on but Palhares pushes him away.
Palhares controlling the position easily from mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Galvao keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Palhares tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Galvao can't escape the position.
Palhares takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Palhares.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Galvao can't escape the position.
Palhares takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Galvao is in all sorts of trouble here.
Palhares avoids the attempt from Galvao to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Palhares controlling from mount.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Galvao is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Palhares tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Galvao is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Palhares can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Galvao is looking to escape.
Galvao tries to hold on but Palhares pushes him away.
Palhares trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Galvao regains half guard.
Palhares stalling.
Galvao wants to get back to full guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Palhares wants to free his trapped foot but Galvao is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Galvao trying to control but Palhares postures up.
Galvao works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Palhares is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Galvao looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Palhares takes the fight on points by 10 to 0.
A relieved looking Apollo Palhares 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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