 |
Play
by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
|
Event:
WVT 139: Custer v Vanorden
Date: Aug 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Boaz is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mercenary sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mercenary.
Mercenary moves out of range of the leg kick from Boaz.
Boaz fails with the takedown
letting Mercenary counter with a right hand.
Nice shot by Boaz.
Boaz swings for the body but Mercenary moves out of range.
A jab from Boaz misses.
A big left from Mercenary misses.
Mercenary throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Some wild striking there from Mercenary.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mercenary misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mercenary throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mercenary sprawls and moves away.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mercenary slips a jab and a cross from Boaz.
Mercenary swinging wildly here.
Mercenary throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Boaz counters by moving into the clinch. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mercenary.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Boaz lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Boaz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Boaz misses with a hook.
Boaz shoots for a double leg takedown but Mercenary sprawls well. He's pushed Boaz's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mercenary moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mercenary. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Boaz defending well as Mercenary loads up on a big left hand.
Mercenary lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Boaz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mercenary misses with an uppercut.
Boaz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mercenary lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mercenary connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Boaz scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T2#
Boaz lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Boaz wants to control but Mercenary is keeping him busy.
Boaz tries to advance to mount but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
A lull in the action here as Boaz stalls from top position.
Mercenary is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Boaz asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3#
Boaz tries to advance to mount but Mercenary denies him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mercenary wants to get back to his feet but Boaz drags him back down.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Mercenary is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mercenary slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mercenary throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Boaz goes for a double leg but Mercenary avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mercenary continues to drive forward.
Still in the clinch, Mercenary scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mercenary misses with some punches.
Mercenary lands a good knee to the midsection. Boaz won't want to take too many of those.
Mercenary lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mercenary lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mercenary with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC#
Boaz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mercenary as he avoids it easily.
Boaz is breathing heavily.
Boaz drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Medieval Mercenary dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Boaz has a takedown stuffed.
Mercenary throws a fast counter high kick but Boaz manages to duck under it in time.#TD#
Boaz dives in and scores a takedown into Mercenary's guard.
Mercenary pushes Boaz off and scrambles back to his feet.
Mercenary scores with a jab.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Medieval Mercenary seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mercenary takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Boaz throws a hook but Mercenary blocks it.
Boaz thuds a left hand into Mercenary's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Mercenary. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mercenary has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boaz jabs Mercenary right on the nose. Mercenary blinks but takes it well.
Decent striking displayed by Mercenary there.
Mercenary scores with a sloppy right hand. Boaz should have avoided that one.
Mercenary swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Boaz or perhaps it was just good defense by Mercenary, which made it look bad.
Boaz takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Mercenary misses with a few strikes there.
Mercenary lands with an overhand left.#TD#
Boaz darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Boaz stalling.
Mercenary won't allow Boaz to pass to mount. #T2#
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mercenary keeps working.
Boaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz working the head and body with strikes. #T3#
Boaz is looking to advance position but Mercenary won't allow it.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Mercenary is having none of it.
Boaz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Mercenary tries to kick Boaz off but Boaz keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boaz fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mercenary looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Mercenary tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Mercenary.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mercenary staying out of range there.
As Boaz backs off Mercenary throws a huge counter combo but Boaz manages to avoid it all.
Mercenary throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
Mercenary misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Boaz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Boaz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mercenary napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Mercenary is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boaz misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Boaz taking a breather here.
Boaz wants to control but Mercenary is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Medieval Mercenary showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Some wild striking there from Mercenary.
Mercenary attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mercenary pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mercenary swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mercenary avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mercenary slips under a jab.
Boaz shoots in but Mercenary avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mercenary throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mercenary misses the shot to the body.
Boaz shoots and misses
and Mercenary connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Boaz crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Mercenary - the referee stops the clock and Boaz gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Mercenary. Boaz manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mercenary.
Mercenary looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
As Mercenary tries to get set, Boaz tries to push him back and clinch up but Mercenary manages to avoid the attempt.
Mercenary misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
The crowd cheers as Mercenary lands an impressive looking overhand right. Boaz doesn't seem phased though.
Mercenary takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mercenary throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mercenary sprawls well. Mercenary wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Boaz gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mercenary.
Boaz misses with a wild combination.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mercenary throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mercenary scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Boaz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Boaz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mercenary moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boaz looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mercenary fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Mercenary uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Mercenary throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Boaz is defended easily by Mercenary.#T3#
Mercenary works Boaz's body with a nice hook.
Mercenary is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mercenary has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Mercenary takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mercenary misses with a series of wild punches.
Medieval Mercenary is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice cross by Boaz.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mercenary cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mercenary misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mercenary throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Mercenary lands a nice shot to the body.
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!
Mercenary throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mercenary. Boaz shrugs it off though.
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Boaz drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Mercenary swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boaz.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Boaz misses with a two punch combination.
As Boaz backs off Mercenary throws a huge counter combo but Boaz manages to avoid it all.
Mercenary swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Boaz is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Some wild striking there from Mercenary.
And that's the end of the fight!
Medieval Mercenary comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mercenary winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Medieval Mercenary!
A very excited looking Medieval Mercenary made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
|
|
|
Event:
WVT 133: West v Halli
Date: Jul 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marsden.
Marsden throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Marsden lands a jab to the head.
Boaz lands with a nice combination. Marsden backs away looking to recover.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Marsden uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#TD2#
Marsden scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Marsden decides to stand up, so the ref orders Boaz to his feet. #TD#
Boaz manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Marsden on his heels. He'll look to pass Marsden's guard now, I'm sure.
Boaz trying to control but Marsden is working from the bottom.
Marsden wants to sweep here but Boaz controlling him for the moment.
Boaz trying to control but Marsden is working from the bottom.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Marsden is retaining full guard. #T1#
Marsden keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Boaz pushes down on Marsden's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boaz works his way into side control.
Marsden is looking to regain half guard here but Boaz keeps moving and retains side control.
Marsden can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Boaz working the head and body with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Marsden's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boaz working the ground and pound.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Marsden is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boaz tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Marsden is not content to let Boaz control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Marsden can't do much from the bottom here.
Boaz controls the position.
Boaz misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Marsden is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz moves into full mount!
Marsden holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Boaz tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Boaz cracks Marsden with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Marsden is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Boaz trying to control but Marsden is having none of it.
Marsden is desperately trying to improve his position but Boaz has a good base and remains in mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Boaz working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Marsden slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Marsden lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD2#
Marsden throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Boaz was covering up waiting for the punch and Marsden finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Marsden loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Marsden stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz looking to control.
#SUB#
Boaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Marsden slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz is looking to regain half guard here but Marsden keeps moving and retains side control.
Marsden trying to control the position but Boaz is working away. #T1#
Boaz manages to get back to half guard.
Marsden trying to control from half guard but Boaz is working away. #SUB2#
Marsden is working for a kimura but Boaz is defending it quite comfortably.
Boaz moves into full guard.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Boaz working a defensive guard here.
Marsden wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
Marsden pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Boaz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Marsden looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Marsden trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom.
Marsden is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Boaz working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Marsden has passed into half guard!
Marsden not doing much here.
Boaz desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Marsden throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Marsden trying to control the action but Boaz is working from the bottom.
Marsden might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Boaz haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice defenses there by Marsden.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Marsden did well to prevent Boaz getting side control.
Marsden is looking to get back to is feet but Boaz passes into side control.
Boaz trying to control the action but Marsden is working from the bottom.
Marsden prevents Boaz from improving position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz slows the pace down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brooke Marsden 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#
A slow jab from Marsden misses its intended target.
Marsden throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marsden throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marsden moves in looking to clinch but Boaz pushes him off.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marsden moves away.
Boaz misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Marsden gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Marsden wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Marsden's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Marsden lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marsden blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Marsden.
Marsden scores with a hook to the body.
Marsden misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Marsden's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marsden moves out of range as Boaz strikes.#T1#
Marsden is looking to land body kicks.#TD#
Boaz looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Marsden!
Marsden struggling a bit here.
Marsden tries to bench press Boaz off him but Boaz keeps the position.
Marsden struggling a bit here.
Marsden prevents Boaz from moving into mount.
Marsden tries to improve position but can't.
Boaz trying to control the action but Marsden is working from the bottom.
Boaz tries to advance to mount but can't. #T2#
Marsden gets back to half guard.
Marsden is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Marsden is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boaz wants to control but Marsden is keeping him busy.
Marsden is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marsden is keeping the position for now.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Marsden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3##SUB2#
Boaz content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Marsden has locked up a guillotine! Marsden's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Boaz is holding on here and Marsden must be using up a lot of energy. Boaz has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Marsden gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Brooke Marsden!
Brooke Marsden really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Voodoo Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
|
|
|
Event:
Oil Check 4:
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Iain Tower! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 11 losses; Wamberto Boaz!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, William Gold and Daniel Bishop.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tower (0) vs (2) Boaz
Tower desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tower has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
My spies in Golden Harvest inform me that Boaz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tower! Score +3 for passing guard: Tower (0) vs (5) Boaz#T1#
Tower is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boaz trying to control but Tower is having none of it.
Boaz wants to take Tower's back but he can't do it this time.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2##SUB2#
Boaz looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Tower tries to hold on but Boaz postures up.#T3#
Tower is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Boaz trying to control but Tower is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz is trying to take his opponent's back.
#T4##SUB2#
Tower defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Boaz.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tower tries to reverse the position but Boaz maintains control.
Boaz looking to control but Tower is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5##SUB2#
Boaz moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Tower has worked his arm free - good work by Tower!
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tower keeps working.
Tower wants to control but Boaz postures up.
Tower is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T6#
Boaz working away.#SUB2#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Boaz trying to control the action but Tower is working from the bottom. #T7##SUB2#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T8##SUB2#
Boaz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tower is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Tower isn't going anywhere.#SUB2#
Boaz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Tower rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Boaz's guard! Nice work there by Tower! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tower (2) vs (5) Boaz#T9#
Tower sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Tower from controlling successfully.
Tower pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Boaz trying to control the position here.
Tower trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tower is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Tower is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Boaz is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Boaz has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tower (2) vs (7) Boaz#T11#
Tower pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage.
Tower keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass. #T12#
Boaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tower's guard. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tower doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boaz.
Tower trying to control here.
#T13#
Tower keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T14##SUB2#
Tower is defending against the submission attempts here by Boaz.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tower (2) vs (10) Boaz
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz tries to control but Tower wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boaz wins on points by 10 to 2.
Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
|
|
|
Event:
Oil Check 3
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Smash Adams! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Wamberto Boaz!
The judges for this bout are Summer Carpenter, John Mangel and Chris Dean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Adams looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Boaz fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Adams to the ground. Boaz is now in Adams's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Adams (0) vs (2) Boaz
My spies in Golden Harvest inform me that Boaz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Adams on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Adams tries to get out of the position.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Adams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Adams trying to control the position.
Adams knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boaz on the ground.#T1#
Boaz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Adams keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Adams trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Boaz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Boaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Adams will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Adams wants to sweep here but Boaz controlling him for the moment.
Boaz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Adams's guard. #T3##SUB2#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura but Adams is defending well.
Boaz is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Adams (0) vs (5) Boaz
Boaz wants to take his opponent's back but Adams doesn't allow it.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Adams is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Boaz fails to advance to Adams's back.
Boaz controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Boaz is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Boaz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
|
|
|
Event:
Oil Check 2
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 10 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Wilfredo Wild!
The judges for this bout are Steve Erwin, Donatello Bradman and Ben Watson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Boaz gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Boaz (4) vs (0) Wild#SUB#
Boaz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Wild being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Boaz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wild manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (4) vs (2) Wild#T1#
Boaz controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Wild trying to control from Boaz's half guard. Boaz has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Wild wants to pass the guard but Boaz is keeping the position.#T2#
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Wild from controlling successfully.
Wild trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Boaz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Wild is pushing down on Boaz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boaz is fighting to maintain full guard but Wild has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Wild 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! Boaz is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Wilfredo Wild!
Wilfredo Wild seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
|
|
|
Event:
Oil Check 1
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Travis Copeland!
The judges for this bout are Winston Howard, Ben Watson and Summer Carpenter.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Boaz shoots in looking for a takedown but Copeland manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Boaz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Copeland wants to counter with a clinch but Boaz pushes him away.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Copeland as he avoids it easily.
Copeland with the counter takedown but Boaz avoids it easily.#CL2#
Copeland drives through and clinches with Boaz against the cage.
#TD2#
Copeland pulls guard successfully.
Boaz trying to control but Copeland is working from the bottom.
Copeland looking for a sweep. Not yet Copeland, not yet.
Copeland bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boaz's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (0) vs (2) Copeland
Copeland looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boaz is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Copeland is aware though and is defending well.
Copeland wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Copeland pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now.
Copeland trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom. #T1#
Boaz can't keep his opponent in guard - Copeland advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Boaz is looking to improve his position.
Boaz trying to control from the bottom.
Boaz gets full guard.
Boaz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boaz is trying to control the position but Copeland postures up.
Copeland stands and throws Boaz's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (5) Copeland
Boaz is holding Copeland down, trying to stall.
Copeland tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boaz's legs.
Boaz tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Copeland wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Boaz tries to bench press Copeland off him but Copeland keeps the position.
Boaz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
You can see the frustration on Boaz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boaz stops Copeland from passing to mount.
Boaz is trying to control Copeland's posture but Copeland avoids it.
Boaz is trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Copeland is trying to get an arm triangle but Boaz is defending well.
Boaz is trying to control Copeland's posture but Copeland avoids it. #T3##SUB2#
Copeland goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Boaz rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Copeland's guard! Nice work there by Boaz! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (5) Copeland#SUB2#
Copeland throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Copeland tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Copeland told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Copeland is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Copeland looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Copeland looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boaz preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Copeland working for a triangle but Boaz defends it easily.
Copeland keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass. #T4#
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Copeland is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Copeland looking for a sweep. Not yet Copeland, not yet.
Boaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boaz trying to control but Copeland is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Boaz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Copeland has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boaz has managed to get both his arms back between Copeland's legs - danger averted.
Boaz trying to control but Copeland is working from the bottom. #T5#
Copeland wants to control the position but Boaz says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Copeland manages to get to full guard.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Copeland is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Copeland wants to sweep here but Boaz controlling him for the moment.
Boaz trying to control but Copeland is working from the bottom.
Boaz is really struggling to control Copeland but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Boaz passes Copeland's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Copeland is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Copeland is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boaz's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boaz's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boaz (2) vs (9) Copeland#T6##SUB2#
Copeland has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Boaz has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB2#
Boaz defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Copeland is not going to allow Boaz to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Boaz preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Copeland.
Boaz looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Copeland is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB2#
Copeland is looking for the choke from the back position but Boaz is controlling his hands well. #T7#
Copeland is trying to stick to Boaz's back but Boaz is turning into Copeland. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Copeland's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boaz. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (4) vs (9) Copeland
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Copeland 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: Boaz (4) vs (11) Copeland
Boaz wants to improve his position but Copeland is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Boaz is defending against the submission attempts here by Copeland.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Copeland wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boaz keeps working. #SUB2#
Copeland is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boaz slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T8##SUB#
Boaz has his foot on Copeland's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Copeland works his way back into a safe position though.
Boaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Copeland pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a triangle but Copeland pushes his legs off easily.
Copeland passes into half guard.
Boaz is looking for a sweep. Copeland is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Copeland passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (4) vs (14) Copeland
Copeland passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Boaz! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boaz (4) vs (16) Copeland
Copeland can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boaz is looking to escape.
Boaz tries to lock up and control but Copeland gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T9#
Boaz can't escape the position.
Copeland wants to take his opponent's back but Boaz doesn't allow it.
Copeland moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (4) vs (19) Copeland#SUB2#
Copeland is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Boaz knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Boaz for a finish. #SUB2#
Copeland looking for the choke but no joy.
Copeland is trying to stick to Boaz's back but Boaz is turning into Copeland. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Copeland's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boaz. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (6) vs (19) Copeland
Copeland looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Copeland lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (6) vs (21) Copeland#T10#
Copeland tries to free his leg and advance position but Boaz is retaining full guard.
Copeland wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
Boaz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Copeland looking to pass the guard.
Copeland controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Boaz, not yet. #T11#
Copeland tries to free his leg and advance position but Boaz is retaining full guard.
Boaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Boaz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Copeland can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Copeland is pushing down on Boaz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boaz is fighting to maintain full guard but Copeland has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Copeland is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boaz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Copeland.
Boaz trying to control here.
Copeland seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boaz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Copeland is pressing down on Boaz's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boaz is holding on for now. #T12#
Copeland passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (6) vs (24) Copeland
Copeland wants to take Boaz's back but he can't do it this time.
Copeland is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boaz wants to control but Copeland is having none of it.
Copeland wants to take his opponent's back but Boaz doesn't allow it.
Boaz sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Boaz regains full guard. Nicely done.
Copeland pushes down on Boaz's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Copeland is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Boaz defends it well. #T13#
Copeland works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (6) vs (27) Copeland
Copeland advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boaz (6) vs (29) Copeland
Boaz is controlling an arm, preventing Copeland from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Boaz is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boaz has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (6) vs (32) Copeland#SUB2#
Copeland is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Boaz has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T14#
Boaz trying to control the action but Copeland just sinks the hooks in.
Boaz tries to escape but Copeland has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Boaz trying to control the hands but Copeland won't let him. #SUB2#
Copeland working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Copeland is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Copeland gets his hands free as Boaz looks to control. #SUB2#
Boaz is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Boaz preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Copeland.
And that's the end of the fight!
Copeland wins on points by 32 to 6.
Our winner, Travis Copeland, 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. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 307 - Prelims
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 13 losses; Angelo Saldini!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Thiago Cunha and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Boaz scores with a takedown into Saldini's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (0) Saldini
Boaz being controlled here momentarily.
Boaz passes Saldini's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boaz wants to free his trapped foot but Saldini is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saldini keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Saldini doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boaz. #T1##SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Saldini defends it well.
Boaz is pressing down on Saldini's thigh, looking to free his foot. Saldini is holding on for now. #T2##SUB#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Saldini is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold.
Saldini wants to get back to full guard.
Saldini gets back to full guard.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Saldini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz 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. #T3#
Saldini keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Saldini keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Saldini being controlled here, momentarily.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Boaz preventing the sweep. #T4##SUB#
Boaz has gone for a leg lock! Saldini slips out almost immediately though and dives into Boaz's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (2) Saldini
Saldini controlling from the top position.
Saldini is pushing down on Boaz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boaz is fighting to maintain full guard but Saldini has managed to sneak the leg through.
Saldini uses his free foot to push down on Boaz's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Boaz. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (2) vs (5) Saldini
Saldini tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Saldini prevents Boaz from getting the reversal.
Boaz reaches up to try and control the position but Saldini seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Boaz rolls and tries to escape and now Saldini has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (2) vs (8) Saldini
Boaz is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Well, with Saldini on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Boaz is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Boaz is in bad spot here.
#T6#
Boaz looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Saldini controlling the position well here. Boaz rolled but Saldini kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Saldini controlling well, preventing Boaz from escaping the position.
Boaz trying to control the position but Saldini manages to sink in the hooks.
Boaz tries to escape the position.
#T7#
Boaz looking to control the position.
Saldini is trying to stick to Boaz's back but Boaz is turning into Saldini. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Saldini's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boaz. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (4) vs (8) Saldini
Boaz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (7) vs (8) Saldini
Saldini tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Saldini is trying to get back to half guard.#T8#
Saldini is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Boaz working away.
Saldini tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Saldini sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Saldini wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
#T9#
Saldini keeping control of the position.
Saldini is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Saldini is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Saldini is looking to improve his position.
Boaz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Saldini tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.#T10#
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Saldini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Saldini tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Boaz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Boaz 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.
Saldini is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T11#
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Saldini does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boaz is controlling the pace.
Boaz trying to control the action but Saldini is working from the bottom.
Boaz controlling the pace.
Boaz prevents Saldini from improving his position.#T12#
Saldini wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Saldini gets back to full guard.
Saldini is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Saldini keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Saldini pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage.
Saldini manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boaz manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (7) vs (10) Saldini#T13#
Saldini engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Saldini wants to pass the guard but Boaz is keeping the position.
Boaz is trying to control the position but Saldini postures up.
Saldini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz has Saldini pulled in close to control his posture. #T14#
Boaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Boaz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Saldini defends it easily.
Boaz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Saldini controls the pace.
Boaz keeping full guard, as Saldini tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Saldini wins on points by 10 to 7.
A very excited looking Angelo Saldini made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 305 - Prelims
Date: May 22, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Edson Gomes and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Boaz gets tackled into the cage by Ignatowski. Ignatowski maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Ignatowski pulls Boaz into guard.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Boaz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Boaz won't allow Ignatowski to sweep him here.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Boaz sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boaz trying to control but Ignatowski is working from the bottom. #T1#
Ignatowski is trying to keep Boaz in close.
Ignatowski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Ignatowski is retaining full guard. #T2#
Ignatowski managing to control the position.
Ignatowski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz passes Ignatowski's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ignatowski is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Ignatowski is retaining full guard.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Boaz 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.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Ignatowski 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.
Ignatowski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ignatowski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ignatowski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boaz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Boaz trying to control but Ignatowski is working from the bottom. #T4#
Boaz looking to sit in guard and control but Ignatowski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (0) vs (2) Ignatowski
Boaz trying to control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Ignatowski stands and throws Boaz's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (5) Ignatowski
Boaz sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ignatowski wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy.
Boaz trying to control but Ignatowski postures up.
Ignatowski wants to pass the guard but Boaz is defending well. #T5#
Ignatowski is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boaz has a hand on Ignatowski's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ignatowski takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (8) Ignatowski
Boaz is looking to get to half guard.
Boaz manages to control the position for a moment.
Boaz is looking to get to half guard.#T6#
Ignatowski looking to control but Boaz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Ignatowski is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Boaz to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Boaz shrugs it off.
Boaz wants to hold on but Ignatowski pushes him away.
Ignatowski looking to control but Boaz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz is staying active underneath Ignatowski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T7#
Boaz is looking to control Ignatowski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boaz avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Ignatowski 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.
Ignatowski is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Boaz wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping busy.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but Boaz defending well.
Ignatowski is looking to take a break and control but Boaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ignatowski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boaz knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T9#
Ignatowski trying to control the action but Boaz is working from the bottom.
Boaz won't allow Ignatowski to pass to mount. #SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz gets full guard.
Boaz controls Ignatowski momentarily but Ignatowski frees himself.
Ignatowski advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (11) Ignatowski
Boaz is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ignatowski wants to work for an arm triangle but Boaz is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T10##SUB#
Boaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ignatowski pulls his head out easily.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but Boaz defending well. #SUB#
Boaz actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Boaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ignatowski pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Boaz is defending against the submission attempts here by Ignatowski.
Ignatowski with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T11#
Ignatowski trying to control from half guard but Boaz is working away.
Boaz is controlling Ignatowski's trapped leg to prevent Ignatowski from advancing to side control.
Boaz is staying active underneath Ignatowski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ignatowski is looking to advance position but Boaz won't allow it.
Boaz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatowski is working away from the top position though.
Boaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T12#
Ignatowski is looking to stall here but Boaz recovers full guard. #SUB#
Boaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ignatowski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ignatowski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ignatowski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ignatowski looking to pass the guard. #T13##SUB#
Boaz working for a triangle but Ignatowski defends it easily.
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving. #SUB#
Ignatowski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ignatowski trying to move into half guard but instead Boaz has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (11) Ignatowski
Ignatowski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boaz manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (13) Ignatowski#T14#
Ignatowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now.
My spies in White Eagle inform me that Ignatowski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Ignatowski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ignatowski is still trying to improve position.
Ignatowski's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski wins on points by 13 to 2.
The Reverend Jim Ignatowski seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 304 - Walters vs Steel
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Chester Drawers!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Frank Dennis and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Boaz moves into range and clinches up with Drawers.#TD#
Boaz turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Boaz (4) vs (0) Drawers
Drawers manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Drawers looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (7) vs (0) Drawers
Drawers sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Drawers is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boaz pulls his head out easily.
Drawers is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boaz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Drawers has a hand on Boaz's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Boaz takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (10) vs (0) Drawers
Boaz wants to control the pace but Drawers is squirming around nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drawers is trying to escape the mount but Boaz keeps good control and instead manages to take Drawers's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (13) vs (0) Drawers
Drawers tries to escape the position.
#T1##SUB#
Boaz tightening his grip on Drawers, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Drawers is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Boaz gets his way!
#SUB#
Drawers defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Boaz's arms.
Drawers tries to roll but Boaz sticks to his back.
Drawers rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Drawers actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Drawers looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Boaz is working for a kimura but Drawers is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2##SUB2#
Drawers looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz is taking a breather. Drawers says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Drawers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Drawers looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but Drawers defending well. #SUB2#
Drawers looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3##SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Drawers defends the submission attempt.
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Drawers is working away.
Boaz prevents Drawers from improving his position.
Boaz works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (16) vs (0) Drawers
Drawers tries to bench press Boaz off him but Boaz keeps the position.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Drawers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Drawers gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Drawers is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4##SUB2#
Drawers looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (19) vs (0) Drawers
Drawers is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Boaz is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Drawers has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Drawers tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Drawers is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action.
Boaz works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (22) vs (0) Drawers#SUB#
Boaz is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T5#
Drawers breaks Boaz's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (22) vs (2) Drawers
Drawers stands and throws Boaz's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (22) vs (5) Drawers
Boaz sneaks back into half guard.
Boaz tries to get to full guard but Drawers has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Drawers looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Boaz manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T6##SUB#
Boaz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz is trying to control the position but Drawers postures up. #SUB2#
Drawers drops back looking for a leg! Boaz is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Boaz manages to kick Drawers off! Drawers jumps back into Boaz's guard. #SUB2#
Drawers is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Boaz is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Boaz has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (24) vs (5) Drawers#SUB#
Boaz drops back looking for a leg! Drawers is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Drawers manages to kick Boaz off! Boaz jumps back into Drawers's guard. #SUB2#
Drawers throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T7##SUB2#
Drawers had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boaz defends it easily.#SUB#
Boaz drops back looking for a leg! Drawers is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Drawers manages to kick Boaz off! Boaz jumps back into Drawers's guard.
Drawers keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Drawers is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Drawers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drawers is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Drawers isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Boaz stacks Drawers on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Boaz! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (27) vs (5) Drawers#T8#
Drawers is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Drawers has escaped the position, nice work there.
Drawers is trying to improve his position.
Boaz has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Drawers! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boaz (29) vs (5) Drawers
Drawers regains half guard.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Boaz moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Drawers. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (32) vs (5) Drawers#T9##SUB#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Drawers is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Drawers has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Drawers is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is trying to get an arm triangle but Drawers is defending well. #T10#
Drawers is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Boaz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Boaz tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Drawers is trying to get back to half guard.
Drawers is still trying to improve position.
Drawers is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Boaz tries for a kimura but Drawers is defending well. #T11#
Drawers tries to bench press Boaz off him but Boaz keeps the position.
Boaz taking a breather here. #SUB#
Boaz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drawers, who protects the arm well.
Drawers is looking to reverse the position.
Boaz tries to advance to mount but Drawers denies him. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Drawers has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boaz has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boaz (34) vs (5) Drawers
Boaz tries to control but Drawers wriggling away. #T12#
Boaz takes Drawers's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Drawers is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (37) vs (5) Drawers
Drawers wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Boaz is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Drawers has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Boaz working for the choke.
Boaz doesn't have the hooks in and Drawers manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (37) vs (7) Drawers#SUB#
Boaz has his foot on Drawers's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Drawers works his way back into a safe position though.
Drawers trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Drawers stands and throws Boaz's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (37) vs (10) Drawers#SUB2#
Drawers working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Drawers moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boaz (37) vs (12) Drawers#T13#
Boaz regains half guard.#SUB#
Boaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Drawers pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Drawers is trying for a kimura here. Boaz looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Drawers wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Chester Drawers!
An out of breath Chester Drawers thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 303 - Ottke vs Jones
Date: May 08, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 10 losses; Alexey Andreev!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Patrick Alders and Aafke Stam.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Andreev drives through with a takedown into Boaz's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boaz (0) vs (2) Andreev
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Andreev has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Andreev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Andreev wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving. #SUB#
Boaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Andreev controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Andreev defends well.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Boaz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Andreev is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andreev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Boaz is looking for a triangle here but Andreev uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (5) Andreev
Boaz tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Andreev wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Andreev is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
It looks like Andreev might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Andreev's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Boaz tries to improve position but can't.
Boaz trying to remain calm as Andreev controls from the top position.
Andreev is looking to take a break and control but Boaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Boaz is being controlled here.
Andreev wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy.
Andreev working away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boaz is trying to get back to half guard.
Boaz being controlled for a moment.
Boaz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Andreev trying to control the position but Boaz is working away.
Boaz is being controlled here.
Andreev is continuing to stall.
Boaz is trying to get back to half guard.
Boaz gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Boaz won't allow Andreev to pass to mount. #T4#
Boaz tries to roll over but Andreev keeps him under control.
Andreev trying to control from half guard but Boaz is working away.
Boaz slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Andreev passes Boaz's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Andreev prevents Boaz from improving his position.
Boaz is pressing down on Andreev's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Boaz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Andreev defends it easily.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Andreev from controlling successfully. #T5#
Andreev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Boaz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Andreev gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Andreev sitting in guard here, content to control.
Andreev wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving. #SUB#
Boaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Andreev forces his way into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T6#
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boaz trying to control but Andreev postures up.
Andreev takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boaz is trying to control but can't.
Boaz tries to get to full guard but Andreev has control of the leg.
Andreev controlling the pace.
Boaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Andreev stalling. #T7#
Andreev is looking to advance position but Boaz won't allow it.
Andreev content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boaz works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Andreev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boaz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Andreev has managed to get both his arms back between Boaz's legs - danger averted.
Andreev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T8#
Andreev pushing down on Boaz's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Andreev seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boaz is in trouble now - Andreev has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (8) Andreev
Andreev with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Boaz tries to hold on but Andreev postures up.
Andreev takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The adventures of Andreev the control monster continue. Boring.#T9#
Andreev trying to control but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Andreev seems content to control.
Andreev prevents Boaz from improving his position.
Boaz is working hard here to advance position.
Andreev wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boaz keeps working.
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Boaz trying to control from the bottom.
Boaz tries to get to full guard but Andreev has control of the leg.
Andreev is taking a breather. Boaz says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Boaz wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andreev is controlling the pace.
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.
Andreev performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T11#
Boaz wants to get back to full guard.
Boaz regains full guard. Nicely done.
Andreev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Andreev tries to free his leg and advance position but Boaz is retaining full guard.
Andreev wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
Andreev being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Andreev avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T12#
Andreev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boaz working a defensive guard here.
Andreev stays in close to Boaz's body and controls the position.
Andreev preventing the sweep.
Andreev sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Boaz's guard.
Andreev wants to pass the guard but Boaz is defending well. #T13#
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.
Boaz trying to hold on to Andreev's head to control him but Andreev postures up.
Andreev trying to control the pace.
Andreev trying to pass the guard but Boaz defending well.
Boaz is looking for a sweep. Andreev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boaz trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T14#
Andreev moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (11) Andreev
Boaz tries to improve position but can't.
The referee asks Andreev politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Andreev prefers to stall for the moment though.
Boaz is looking to regain half guard here but Andreev keeps moving and retains side control.
Andreev slows the pace down.
Boaz tries to bench press Andreev off him but Andreev keeps the position.
Andreev trying to control the position but Boaz is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Andreev wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Andreev is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Boaz will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Andreev wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Andreev wins on points by 11 to 0.
Alexey Andreev seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 302 - Jabbar vs Dravezesdi
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 22 losses; Takeya Aoki! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Wamberto Boaz!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Roger Salmon and Josh West.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Boaz instigates a clinch.
Aoki tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD2#
Boaz gets control of Aoki's arms and successfully pulls guard. Boaz will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Boaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Aoki doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Aoki manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Aoki looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boaz holds on and takes a little breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Boaz looking to control.
Aoki passes Boaz's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Aoki'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.
Aoki stalling. #SUB2#
Boaz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boaz trying to control from the bottom.
Aoki looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
Aoki trying to pass the guard but Boaz defending well.
Boaz wants to control but Aoki is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Aoki slows the pace down in half guard.
Boaz trying to control here.
Aoki is looking to advance position but Boaz won't allow it. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aoki pulls his head out easily.
Aoki trying to control the pace. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aoki wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Aoki is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boaz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Aoki. #T4#
Aoki sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Aoki tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boaz knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Aoki is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz wants to control but Aoki is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T5#
Aoki is controlling the pace.
Boaz trying to control from the bottom.
Aoki stalling.
Boaz wants to improve his position but Aoki is controlling well.
Aoki looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T6#
Boaz is looking for a sweep. Aoki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aoki trying to pass the guard but Boaz defending well.
Boaz is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Boaz actively working from the bottom here.
Aoki stalling.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boaz keeps working.
Boaz trying to control here.
#T7#
Aoki controlling the action here.
Aoki has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Aoki trying to mount his opponent but Boaz defends it.
Aoki passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (3) vs (0) Boaz
Boaz has given up his back here. Will Aoki look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Aoki (6) vs (0) Boaz
I would not like to be Boaz right now.
#T8#
Boaz is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Aoki off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Aoki seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boaz for as long as he can get away with.
Aoki'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.
Aoki trying to control.
Boaz trying to control but not successfully.
Boaz breaks Aoki's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Aoki (6) vs (2) Boaz
Boaz stays in close to Aoki's body and controls the position. #T9#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Aoki holds on and takes a little breather.
Boaz sitting in guard here, content to control.
Aoki wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Aoki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Aoki controlling Boaz's posture. #T10#
Boaz's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
My spies in Golden Harvest inform me that Boaz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boaz 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.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #T11#
Aoki 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: Aoki (8) vs (2) Boaz
Aoki content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back.
Aoki prevents Boaz from improving his position.#T12##SUB2#
Boaz actively working from the bottom here.
Aoki controlling the pace.
Boaz is positioning himself well to prevent Aoki advancing to mount.
Boaz wants to control but Aoki is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Aoki takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Boaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aoki pulls his head out easily.
Aoki keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T13#
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boaz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Aoki controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz trying to control here.
Aoki content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T14#
Boaz won't allow Aoki to pass to mount.
Aoki controlling the action here.
Boaz wants to control but Aoki is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz is looking for a sweep. Aoki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz won't allow Aoki to pass to mount.
Aoki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Further stalling from Aoki.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aoki takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
After the fight, Takeya Aoki was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 301 - Halli vs Pavlov
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 18 losses; Malaki Fiso!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Jorge Garcia and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Fiso changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boaz tries to avoid it but Fiso manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boaz to the ground. Boaz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Boaz half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Fiso tries to sprawl but Boaz drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (0) Fiso
Fiso moves into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Fiso is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (2) Fiso
Fiso sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Fiso looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fiso sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Fiso trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Boaz manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (4) vs (2) Fiso
Boaz is fighting to break Fiso's control of his arms but Fiso is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Fiso is looking to sweep but instead, Boaz has passed into half guard.
Fiso is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Fiso has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Fiso looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there. #T2#
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Fiso is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz is working hard here to advance position.
Boaz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Boaz stopping the sweep attempt from Fiso.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fiso can't keep his opponent in guard - Boaz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Fiso tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.#T3#
Fiso slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fiso trying to keep a closed guard but Boaz is proving a slippery customer.
Fiso is trying to hold Boaz in close to prevent damage but Boaz has managed to pass into half guard.
Fiso is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Fiso makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Fiso.
Fiso wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Fiso 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.#T4#
Boaz wants to control from the top but Fiso keeps moving.
Fiso seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boaz is pushing down on Fiso's leg trying to pass to half guard. Fiso is fighting to maintain full guard but Boaz has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fiso is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Fiso keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Fiso seems keen to control Boaz's posture.#T5#
Boaz postures up.
Fiso has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Boaz drops back looking for a leg! Fiso is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Fiso manages to kick Boaz off! Boaz jumps back into Fiso's guard.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Boaz being controlled here momentarily.
Fiso wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Fiso wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Fiso bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boaz's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (4) vs (4) Fiso
Boaz keeping full guard, as Fiso tries to pass.
Fiso is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Fiso pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Fiso is stalling in the full guard.
Let's hope that Fiso has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Fiso slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (4) vs (7) Fiso
Boaz can't do much from the bottom here. #T8#
Fiso is trying to move to mount but Boaz reverses beautifully and ends up in Fiso's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (6) vs (7) Fiso
Fiso tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fiso is still trying to improve position.
Fiso has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T9#
Boaz trying to control but Fiso is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Fiso is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (6) vs (9) Fiso
Fiso is looking to advance position but Boaz has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boaz (10) vs (9) Fiso
Fiso regains half guard.
Fiso slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T10#
Fiso is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fiso is keeping the position for now.
Fiso 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: Boaz (10) vs (11) Fiso
Fiso tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boaz knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Fiso is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Fiso trying to pass the guard but Boaz defending well.
My spies in Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch inform me that Fiso has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T11#
Well, if Fiso is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Fiso.#T12#
Fiso trying to pass the guard but Boaz defending well.
Fiso slows the pace down in half guard.
Fiso wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy.
Fiso stalling.
Fiso works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (10) vs (14) Fiso#T13#
Fiso tries to control but Boaz wriggling away.
Boaz tries to lock up and control but Fiso gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Fiso wants to take Boaz's back here but Boaz is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Boaz wants to hold on but Fiso pushes him away.
Fiso controlling the position easily from mount.
Yet more stalling tactics from Fiso.#T14#
Fiso wants to control but Boaz has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Fiso passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (10) vs (17) Fiso
Fiso controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Fiso has control of Boaz's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Boaz regains control of the situation pretty easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fiso wins on points by 17 to 10.
An out of breath Malaki Fiso thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 300 - SUPERNOVA
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 25 losses; Antonio Brown ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Wamberto Boaz!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Edson Gomes and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Brown tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Boaz defends well and Brown ends up having to push Boaz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Brown has Boaz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Boaz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Boaz gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brown (0) vs (2) Boaz#SUB2#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Brown has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Boaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Brown is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Brown wants to sweep here but Boaz controlling him for the moment.
Brown is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1##SUB#
Brown looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boaz looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Brown is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boaz is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Brown escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boaz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boaz trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Boaz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.
Brown working a defensive guard here.
Brown is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Boaz is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown , not yet.
My spies in Golden Harvest inform me that Boaz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boaz's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (2) Boaz
Boaz is trying to keep Brown in close.
#T3#
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Boaz is keeping the position.
Boaz controlling the position.
Brown stays in close to Boaz's body and controls the position. #T4#
Brown wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
Boaz keeping full guard, as Brown tries to pass.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown controls from within his opponent's guard.
Brown trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom. #T5#
Boaz keeping full guard, as Brown tries to pass.
Brown stays in close to Boaz's body and controls the position.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Boaz is keeping the position.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz 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: Brown (2) vs (4) Boaz
Boaz not doing much here.
#T6##SUB2#
Boaz seems to be looking for submissions.
Brown is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rabid Dog , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Brown wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brown does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Brown makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Brown .
Boaz looking to sit in guard and control but Brown gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (4) vs (4) Boaz
Boaz tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T7#
Boaz can't keep his opponent in guard - Brown advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Boaz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boaz wants to sweep here but Brown controlling him for the moment.
Boaz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Brown manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (4) vs (6) Boaz
Brown controlling Boaz's posture. #SUB#
Brown is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boaz is aware though and is defending well.
Boaz trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Brown looking for a guillotine here but Boaz defends easily.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Brown had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boaz defends it easily.
Brown is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T9##SUB#
Boaz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Brown has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boaz has managed to get both his arms back between Brown 's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Boaz is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Brown is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Brown has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (6) vs (6) Boaz#SUB#
Brown thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Boaz looking to control but Brown passes into half guard.
Boaz is trying to control but can't.
#T10#
Boaz controlling the position well.
Boaz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Still in half guard, Brown seems content to control.
Brown seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boaz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Brown stalling away here and it's allowed Boaz to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Brown sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boaz seems keen to control Brown 's posture.#T11#
Boaz looking to control.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Boaz is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Brown is aware though and is defending well.
Boaz controls Brown momentarily but Brown frees himself.
Brown slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Brown is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Brown wants to advance to full mount but Boaz doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T12##SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brown not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Brown trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom. #T13##SUB2#
Boaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brown doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brown manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brown being controlled here momentarily.
Boaz is trying to control the position but Brown postures up.
Brown 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boaz looking to control.
Brown stands and throws Boaz's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (9) vs (6) Boaz
Boaz sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T14#
Brown stalling away here and it's allowed Boaz to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2#
Brown got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boaz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Brown has managed to get both his arms back between Boaz's legs - danger averted.
Brown trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom.
Brown is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Brown advances to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Brown is working for a kimura but Boaz is defending it quite comfortably.
Boaz is looking to control Brown 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boaz avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Brown takes the fight on points by 9 to 6.
Our winner, Antonio Brown , 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. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 299 - Jackson vs Camara
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 25 losses; David Morrison Jr.! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Wamberto Boaz!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Boaz dives in and grabs Morrison Jr.'s left leg, looking for a takedown. Morrison Jr. pushes down on Boaz's head and hops out.#TD#
Morrison Jr. looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Boaz! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Morrison Jr. (4) vs (0) Boaz
Boaz is looking to reverse the position.
Morrison Jr. tries to move to full mount but Boaz actually manages to regain half guard.
Boaz trying to control but Morrison Jr. postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz is trying is best to control the position here.
Boaz trying to hold on to Morrison Jr.'s head to control him but Morrison Jr. postures up.
Morrison Jr. passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison Jr. (7) vs (0) Boaz#T1#
Boaz looking for a sweep but Morrison Jr. has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Morrison Jr. (9) vs (0) Boaz
Boaz tries to hold on but Morrison Jr. pushes him away.
Morrison Jr. really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morrison Jr. takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Morrison Jr. wants to take Boaz's back here but Boaz is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#SUB#
Boaz defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Morrison Jr..
Morrison Jr. controlling the pace for now. #T2#
Morrison Jr. wants to take Boaz's back but he can't do it this time.
Boaz is squirming around, avoiding Morrison Jr.'s attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison Jr. works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Morrison Jr. (12) vs (0) Boaz#T3#
Boaz trying to control the action but Morrison Jr. just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Morrison Jr. is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Boaz is defending well though. Morrison Jr. let's go of the attempt for now.
You can see the frustration on Boaz's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boaz looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T4#
Will Morrison Jr. go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Morrison Jr. not allowing Boaz to control his hands.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Morrison Jr. trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Morrison Jr. working for the choke. #SUB#
Boaz defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T5#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB#
Boaz fending off the submission attempt from Morrison Jr..
Morrison Jr. controlling from the back.#T6##SUB#
Boaz is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Morrison Jr. is looking for the choke from the back position but Boaz is controlling his hands well.
Morrison Jr. gets his hands free as Boaz looks to control.
Boaz is keeping busy.
#T7##SUB#
Morrison Jr. looking for the RNC.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boaz wants to control his opponent's hands but Morrison Jr. gets his hands free. #SUB#
Morrison Jr. is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Morrison Jr. controlling from the back.#T8#
I really don't envy Boaz right now.
#SUB#
Boaz defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Morrison Jr.'s arms.
Boaz trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Morrison Jr. is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Boaz has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Boaz trying to control but not successfully. #T9#
Boaz prevents Morrison Jr. from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Morrison Jr. is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Boaz knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Boaz for a finish.
Boaz is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Morrison Jr. off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Morrison Jr. controlling the position well here. Boaz rolled but Morrison Jr. kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB#
Morrison Jr. is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Boaz defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T10#
Boaz trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Boaz looking to control the position.
Morrison Jr. is not going to allow Boaz to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Morrison Jr. has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T11#
Morrison Jr. struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Morrison Jr. looking for the choke from the back.
Morrison Jr. not allowing Boaz to control his hands.
Morrison Jr. trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz trying to control the action but Morrison Jr. just sinks the hooks in. #T12#
Boaz tries to escape the position.
Morrison Jr. tries to get the hooks in deep but Boaz pushed the leg off.
Morrison Jr. is not going to allow Boaz to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Morrison Jr. is looking for a rear naked choke here but Boaz reverses the position brilliantly into Morrison Jr.'s guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (12) vs (2) Boaz
Morrison Jr. looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Boaz puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Morrison Jr. is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tran MMA Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T13##SUB2#
Boaz 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.
Morrison Jr. trying to control from the bottom.
Morrison Jr. tries to get to full guard but Boaz has control of the leg.
Morrison Jr. is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T14##SUB#
Morrison Jr. has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boaz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Morrison Jr. is keeping the position.
Boaz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB2#
Boaz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Morrison Jr. will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Morrison Jr. looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison Jr. is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Morrison Jr. has an active guard here but Boaz has managed to pass into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison Jr. takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
David Morrison Jr. retains his bantamweight title!
After winning the bout, David Morrison Jr. thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 298 - Kakuto vs Diesel
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 27 losses; Ishiihara Sakuraba!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Boaz scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Boaz (4) vs (0) Sakuraba
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sakuraba keeps working.
Sakuraba is trying to control Boaz's posture but Boaz avoids it.
I wouldn't like to be where Sakuraba is right now.
Sakuraba is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boaz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sakuraba prevents Boaz from moving into mount. #T1#
Sakuraba tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Boaz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sakuraba knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Sakuraba's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Sakuraba tries to buck Boaz off but Boaz is having none of it.
Sakuraba can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Boaz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boaz advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boaz (6) vs (0) Sakuraba#T3#
Sakuraba tries to reverse the position but Boaz maintains control.#SUB#
Boaz goes for an armbar but Sakuraba turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Sakuraba. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (6) vs (2) Sakuraba
Boaz being controlled here, momentarily.
Sakuraba is looking to pass into half guard but Boaz pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Boaz is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (8) vs (2) Sakuraba#T4#
Sakuraba pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage.
Sakuraba looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Boaz trying to control but Sakuraba is working from the bottom. #T5#
Sakuraba seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sakuraba keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sakuraba looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakuraba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Sakuraba is trying to keep Boaz in close.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sakuraba is keeping the position for now.
Sakuraba is trying to hold Boaz in close to prevent damage but Boaz has managed to pass into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.#T7##SUB#
Boaz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sakuraba gets back to full guard.
Sakuraba is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sakuraba is pulling down on Boaz's head. It's preventing any offense from Boaz, at least for the moment.#T8#
Boaz postures up.
Sakuraba has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Clark's Champion's. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sakuraba pulls Boaz in close to his closed guard and prevents Boaz from doing any damage or advancing position.#T9#
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sakuraba swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Sakuraba keeps moving.
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Sakuraba pulls Boaz in to control the position. #T10#
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Sakuraba keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Boaz advances to half guard.
Sakuraba is trying to maintain the position but Boaz is very close to passing his half guard.
Sakuraba is not content to let Boaz control the position.#SUB#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
#T11#
Sakuraba tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sakuraba keeps working.
Sakuraba is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T12#
Sakuraba is trying to get back to full guard.
Boaz passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Sakuraba! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (11) vs (2) Sakuraba
Sakuraba is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T13##SUB#
Boaz working for a guillotine from mount but Sakuraba is in no mood to give up.
Sakuraba stops Boaz from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Boaz looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Sakuraba sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T14#
Sakuraba has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boaz is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Boaz looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sakuraba defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boaz takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
A victorious Wamberto Boaz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 297 - Pavlov vs Cosades
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 16 losses; Malaki Fiso!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Tiny Johnson and Wesley Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Boaz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Fiso.
Boaz stuffs the takedown.
Malaki Fiso seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Fiso throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Boaz tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Fiso is in Boaz's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boaz (0) vs (2) Fiso
Fiso controlling from the top position.
Let's hope that Fiso has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Fiso from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz keeping full guard, as Fiso tries to pass.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Fiso from controlling successfully. #T1#
Fiso might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Boaz haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Fiso is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Fiso pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now.
Fiso's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fiso trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom. #T2#
Fiso 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.
Fiso stays in close to Boaz's body and controls the position.
Fiso pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now.
Fiso keeps trying to improve his position.
Boaz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Fiso controls the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Boaz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Fiso slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Fiso looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Fiso pushing down on Boaz's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boaz is refusing to be controlled, as Fiso sits in half guard.
My spies in Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch inform me that Fiso has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Fiso perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Boaz trying to control here.
Fiso is controlling the pace.
#T5##SUB2#
Fiso is looking for a kimura here.
Boaz trying to hold on to Fiso's head to control him but Fiso postures up.
#T6#
Fiso is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fiso's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Fiso trying to control from Boaz's half guard. Boaz has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Boaz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Fiso controls the pace.#T7#
Fiso wants to pass the guard but Boaz is keeping the position.
Boaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boaz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Fiso stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz working a defensive guard here.
Fiso controlling from the top position. #T8#
Boaz keeping full guard, as Fiso tries to pass.
Fiso sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Boaz's guard.
Fiso wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy.
Boaz is looking to control Fiso's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boaz avoid being mounted?
Fiso is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Boaz! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (0) vs (5) Fiso
Fiso content just to control the position here. #T9#
Fiso can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boaz is looking to escape.
Fiso with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Fiso controlling the pace for now.
Boaz keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Fiso avoids the attempt from Boaz to control.
Fiso content just to control the position here. #T10#
Boaz prevents Fiso from taking his back.
Boaz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Fiso takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Fiso trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Fiso sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Fiso trying to control but Boaz is having none of it.
Fiso avoids the attempt from Boaz to control.
Boaz just holding on.
Boaz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Fiso takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T12#
Boaz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Fiso looking to control but Boaz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Fiso sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Fiso tries to control but Boaz wriggling away.
Fiso content just to control the position here. #T13#
Fiso wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Fiso wants to control the pace but Boaz is squirming around nicely.
Fiso wants to take Boaz's back here but Boaz is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Fiso tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
It looks like Fiso might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T14#
Fiso tries to control but Boaz wriggling away.
Boaz wants to control but Fiso is having none of it.
Fiso looking to control but Boaz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz 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!
Fiso controlling the pace for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fiso wins on points by 5 to 0.
Malaki Fiso is the new bantamweight champion!
An out of breath Malaki Fiso thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 296 - Morrison Jr vs Boaz
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 24 losses; David Morrison Jr.!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Ben Hemmingworth and Summer Carpenter.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Morrison Jr. looking to score a takedown here. Boaz is defending well but Morrison Jr. drives through and ends up in Boaz's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boaz (0) vs (2) Morrison Jr.
Boaz keeping full guard, as Morrison Jr. tries to pass.
Boaz has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Morrison Jr. sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Morrison Jr. passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Morrison Jr. is trying to control. Boaz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boaz keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Boaz is trying to control but can't.
Morrison Jr. is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Morrison Jr. is looking to take a break and control but Boaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boaz keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T2#
Boaz is trying to maintain the position but Morrison Jr. is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Boaz sees it coming and defends easily.
Morrison Jr. not doing much here.
Boaz controlling the position for now.#T3#
Morrison Jr. tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boaz knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boaz wants to get back to full guard.
Morrison Jr. trying to control the pace.
Boaz won't allow Morrison Jr. to pass to mount.
Morrison Jr. is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. is looking for a kimura but Boaz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Morrison Jr. to get the leverage. #T4#
Boaz keeping hold of Morrison Jr.'s head, controlling as best he can.
Morrison Jr. is stalling here. Boaz is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Morrison Jr. seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Boaz has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boaz (4) vs (2) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. can't do much from the bottom here.
Boaz advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boaz (6) vs (2) Morrison Jr.#SUB#
Boaz looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T5#
Morrison Jr. is working to get back to half guard.
Morrison Jr. 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.
Morrison Jr. manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz prevents Morrison Jr. from improving his position.
Morrison Jr. regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Boaz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T6##SUB2#
Morrison Jr. throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Boaz escapes and throws Morrison Jr.'s legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (9) vs (2) Morrison Jr.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Morrison Jr. is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Morrison Jr. tries to bench press Boaz off him but Boaz keeps the position. #T7##SUB#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Boaz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Morrison Jr. knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Morrison Jr. is looking for a sweep.
Morrison Jr. is still trying to improve position.#T8#
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morrison Jr. keeps working.
Morrison Jr. tries to improve position but can't.
Morrison Jr. manages to work his way to half guard, despite Boaz's best efforts.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura here.
Morrison Jr. regains full guard. Nicely done.
Morrison Jr. is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T9#
Morrison Jr. looking to control.
#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. working for a triangle but Boaz defends it easily.
Morrison Jr. looking for a sweep. Not yet Morrison Jr., not yet.
Morrison Jr. not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T10#
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Morrison Jr. is keeping the position for now.
Morrison Jr. not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Morrison Jr. is looking to sweep but instead, Boaz has passed into half guard.
Morrison Jr. tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Morrison Jr. moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Morrison Jr. swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T11#
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Boaz looking to sit in guard and control but Morrison Jr. gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (9) vs (4) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Morrison Jr. is thwarting Boaz's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. seems to be working for a kimura but Boaz defends the submission attempt.#T12#
Morrison Jr. wants to control but Boaz is keeping him busy.
Morrison Jr. controlling the action here.
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.
Boaz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Morrison Jr. is working away from the top position though.#T13#
Morrison Jr. is keen to just control but Boaz is a slippery customer.
Morrison Jr. controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Morrison Jr. is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Morrison Jr. stalling.
Boaz wants to get back to full guard but Morrison Jr. has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (9) vs (7) Morrison Jr.#T14#
Boaz wants to control but Morrison Jr. postures up.
Boaz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Morrison Jr. tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boaz's legs.
Boaz trying to remain calm as Morrison Jr. controls from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison Jr. is looking to take a break and control but Boaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boaz takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
Wamberto Boaz is the new bantamweight champion!
Wamberto Boaz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 295 - Vicini vs Lemieux
Date: Feb 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 41 losses; Tobias Pancake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Wamberto Boaz!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Shigeki Sano.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Pancake shoots in looking for a takedown. Boaz tries to sprawl out of it but Pancake keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Boaz manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Boaz drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Pancake (0) vs (4) Boaz
My spies in Golden Harvest inform me that Boaz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Pancake wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Boaz has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Pancake's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Pancake is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Boaz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Wamberto Boaz!
An out of breath Wamberto Boaz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 294 - Brown vs Morrison
Date: Feb 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 33 losses; Dado Mata! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Wamberto Boaz!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Luis Engracia and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boaz dives in and grabs Mata's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mata pushes down on Boaz's head and hops out.#TD2#
Boaz shoots in and gets a takedown into Mata's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mata (0) vs (2) Boaz
Mata looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boaz postures up.
#SUB#
Mata is looking for a triangle but Boaz pushes his legs off easily.
Mata looking for a sweep. Not yet Mata, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mata lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mata (2) vs (2) Boaz
Mata pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boaz is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Mata wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
Mata is fighting to break Boaz's control of his arms but Boaz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boaz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Mata trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Boaz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boaz keeping full guard, as Mata tries to pass.
Mata slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Mata from controlling successfully.
Mata wants to pass the guard but Boaz is keeping the position.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Mata from controlling successfully.
Mata sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Mata from controlling successfully.
Boaz can't keep his opponent in guard - Mata advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Mata wants to pass the guard but Boaz is defending well.
Mata keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Mata trying to control from Boaz's half guard. Boaz has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T5#
Mata passes Boaz's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mata trying to mount his opponent but Boaz defends it.
Mata wants to advance to full mount but Boaz doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Boaz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mata looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Mata wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
Mata looking to pass the guard.
Mata trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Mata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mata is pushing down on Boaz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boaz is fighting to maintain full guard but Mata has managed to sneak the leg through.#T8#
Mata controlling the action here.
Mata wants to advance to full mount but Boaz doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Mata looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boaz pulls Mata in close to his closed guard and prevents Mata from doing any damage or advancing position.#T9#
Mata wants to control from the top but Boaz keeps moving.
Mata looking to sit in guard and control but Boaz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mata (2) vs (4) Boaz
Mata wants to sweep here but Boaz controlling him for the moment.
Mata is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Mata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Mata is retaining full guard.
Boaz passes Mata's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Mata moves into full guard.
Boaz trying to control but Mata is working from the bottom.
Mata has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Boaz has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mata (2) vs (7) Boaz
Mata tries to improve position but can't. #T11#
Mata tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Boaz presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mata (2) vs (9) Boaz
Mata is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at New York Public Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Boaz looking to control but Mata is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz prevents Mata from getting the reversal.
Boaz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Mata tries to reverse the position but Boaz maintains control.#T12#
Boaz wants to control the pace but Mata is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Boaz wants to finish this one by submission but Mata is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Boaz.
Mata is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boaz pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Mata manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Mata tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.#T13#
Boaz works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mata (2) vs (12) Boaz#SUB2#
Boaz tries for a kimura but Mata is defending well.
Mata is looking for a sweep.
Mata is working hard here to advance position.#T14##SUB2#
Boaz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mata knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mata tries to improve position but can't.
Mata prevents Boaz from improving position.
Mata sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz trying to mount his opponent but Mata defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boaz wins on points by 12 to 2.
A very excited looking Wamberto Boaz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 291 - Las Vegas
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 12 losses; Kreepee Krawlee!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Robert Twigg and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Boaz lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (0) Krawlee
Krawlee looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Krawlee is keeping the position.
Boaz won't allow Krawlee to sweep him here.
Boaz trying to control but Krawlee is working from the bottom.
Krawlee pulls Boaz in close to his closed guard and prevents Boaz from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Krawlee keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Krawlee working a defensive guard here.
Krawlee pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Krawlee seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Boaz 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. #T2#
Krawlee pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage.
Boaz content to stall in guard here.
Boaz postures up.
Krawlee keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Krawlee pulls Boaz in to control the position.
Krawlee trying to control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Krawlee looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Krawlee is keeping the position.
Krawlee wants to sweep but no luck.
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Krawlee looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Krawlee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (5) vs (0) Krawlee
Krawlee keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Krawlee wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.
Krawlee slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Boaz is thwarting Krawlee's attempts to control the position.
Krawlee has his hands clasped together around Boaz's back. He's all about the action.
Krawlee is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Krawlee is defending against the submission attempts here by Boaz.
#T5#
Krawlee trying to control here.
Krawlee is looking to improve his position.
Krawlee wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Boaz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T6#
Krawlee controlling the position for now.
Krawlee tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Krawlee is in trouble now - Boaz has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (8) vs (0) Krawlee
Boaz controlling the pace for now.
Krawlee is looking to get to half guard.#T7#
Krawlee sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Krawlee is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Krawlee works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Krawlee is retaining full guard.
Krawlee pulls Boaz in close to his closed guard and prevents Boaz from doing any damage or advancing position.
Krawlee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there. #T8#
Boaz is fighting to break Krawlee's control of his arms but Krawlee is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Krawlee looking for a sweep. Not yet Krawlee, not yet.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Krawlee is keeping the position.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Krawlee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Krawlee is retaining full guard.
Boaz trying to control but Krawlee is working from the bottom.
Krawlee is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T9#
Krawlee 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: Boaz (8) vs (2) Krawlee
Krawlee sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boaz has his hands clasped together around Krawlee's back. He's all about the action.
Krawlee controlling the action here.#T10#
It looks like Krawlee might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T11#
Boaz won't allow Krawlee to pass to mount.
Boaz is refusing to be controlled, as Krawlee sits in half guard.
Boaz trying to control here.
Krawlee is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T12#
Krawlee wants to take a breather but Boaz is having none of it.
Krawlee looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Krawlee is thwarting Boaz's attempts to control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Krawlee in particular looking to stall.
Krawlee is keen to just control but Boaz is a slippery customer.#T13#
Krawlee is thwarting Boaz's attempts to control the position.
Krawlee looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Krawlee is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Boaz reverses the position - he's now on top in Krawlee's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (10) vs (2) Krawlee
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Krawlee is trying to keep Boaz in close.
#T14#
Krawlee controlling Boaz's posture.
Boaz postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Krawlee pulls Boaz in close to his closed guard and prevents Boaz from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boaz takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
Wamberto Boaz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
|
|
|
Event:
CWC 288 - Montreal
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Wamberto Boaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 24 losses; Thad Thayer!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Elvis Blanc and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Thayer quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boaz (2) vs (0) Thayer#SUB2#
Thayer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz is looking to advance position but Thayer won't allow it.
Thayer is trying to maintain the position but Boaz is very close to passing his half guard.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Thayer is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Thayer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Thayer is trying to control but can't.
#T1##SUB#
Boaz seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thayer has managed to free his arm - good work.
Thayer wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
#SUB#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Thayer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
Thayer is looking to control Boaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thayer avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Thayer is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boaz is thwarting Thayer's attempts to control the position.
Thayer is positioning himself well to prevent Boaz advancing to mount. #T3##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Thayer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boaz is controlling the pace.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (5) vs (0) Thayer#T4#
Thayer is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boaz forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (8) vs (0) Thayer#SUB#
Boaz tightening his grip on Thayer, looking for the choke.
Thayer looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T5#
Thayer is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Thayer is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Boaz avoiding Thayer 's attempts to control his hands. #T6##SUB#
Boaz looking for the choke but no joy.
Thayer has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Boaz tightening his grip on Thayer, looking for the choke.
Boaz controlling well, preventing Thayer from escaping the position.
#T7##SUB#
Boaz goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Thayer escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (8) vs (2) Thayer
Boaz is not content to let Thayer control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T8#
Thayer works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (8) vs (5) Thayer#SUB2#
Thayer is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Boaz has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Boaz! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (10) vs (5) Thayer
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Thayer is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (10) vs (7) Thayer#T9#
Boaz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Thayer looking to sit in guard and control but Boaz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boaz (12) vs (7) Thayer
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Thayer is retaining full guard. #T10#
Thayer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Thayer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boaz is aware though and is defending well.
Thayer wants to control but Boaz passes easily into half guard.
Boaz frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boaz (15) vs (7) Thayer
Thayer prevents Boaz from taking his back.#T11#
Thayer is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thayer is trying to reverse the position but instead Boaz has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Boaz (18) vs (7) Thayer#SUB#
Thayer showing good submission defense here.
Boaz controlling well, preventing Thayer from escaping the position.
#T12##SUB#
Boaz has the hooks in. Thayer is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Boaz passes his arm under Thayer's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Thayer taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wamberto Boaz!
A very excited looking Wamberto Boaz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
|
|
|
Event:
FWFC 5 : Revenge
Date: Nov 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Boaz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nordskov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nordskov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nordskov misses with the body kick
and Boaz makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Boaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nordskov shoots in looking for a takedown but Boaz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nordskov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
And Boaz tries to counter it with a takedown but Nordskov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nordskov ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Nordskov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nordskov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nordskov misses with a takedown attempt
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mads Nordskov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boaz scores with a jab. Nordskov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nordskov tries to clinch up
and Boaz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
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!
Nordskov has his takedown stuffed
and Boaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Boaz tries to score with a low kick but Nordskov moves his leg out of the way.
Boaz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
No luck for Nordskov with that takedown attempt.
Nordskov throws a body shot but no joy.
A head kick misses from Nordskov.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Nordskov ducks down to avoid it.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nordskov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Boaz appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nordskov or perhaps it was just good defense by Boaz, which made it look bad. #T2#
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nordskov. #TD#
Nordskov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Nordskov working away.
Nordskov wants to stand but Boaz has his arm trapped.
Boaz tries to bench press Nordskov off him but Nordskov keeps the position.
Nordskov trying to control the position but Boaz is working away. #SUB#
Nordskov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boaz is trying to improve his position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nordskov working away.#T3#
Nordskov throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ground and pound from Nordskov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Boaz sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Boaz has a hand on Nordskov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Nordskov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Boaz tries to reverse the position but Nordskov maintains control.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nordskov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Boaz reaches up to try and control the position but Nordskov seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Boaz rolls and tries to escape and now Nordskov has his back!
#SUB#
Nordskov is persistently looking for the submission but Boaz is defending it well.
Nordskov punches the canvas rather than the man.
Nordskov is striking well from the back but Boaz escapes and manages to control the positon and works his way to half guard. A much better position - the crisis is over for the time being. #T4#
Boaz trying to control here.
#SUB#
Nordskov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Boaz defends it well.
Boaz is positioning himself well to prevent Nordskov advancing to mount.
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Nordskov is out of range.
Nordskov misses with a takedown
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Boaz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nordskov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Nordskov.
Nordskov drops his hands momentarily and Boaz takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Boaz scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nordskov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Boaz.
Nordskov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Boaz.
Nordskov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boaz stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Boaz wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mads Nordskov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Nordskov shoots in for a takedown but Boaz shows good takedown defense.
And Boaz tries to counter it with a takedown but Nordskov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Boaz scores with a hook to the body. Nordskov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nordskov is looking to clinch.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nordskov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Nordskov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Boaz sprawls well. Boaz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nordskov gets slowly back to his feet.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nordskov darts in looking for a takedown but Boaz gets double underhooks and turns Nordskov into the cage.
Nordskov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Boaz just stands there and leans against the cage.
Boaz is pressed up against the cage. Nordskov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Boaz down to the mat. Boaz avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A chopping leg kick lands by Boaz. #T2#
Nordskov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD2#
Boaz shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz is pressing down on Nordskov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nordskov is holding on for now.
Boaz frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Nordskov is looking to improve his position but Boaz isn't that keen on the idea.
Nordskov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Boaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3#
Nordskov is in trouble now - Boaz has advanced to mount!
Boaz tries to control but Nordskov wriggling away. #SUB2#
Boaz working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Boaz is looking to work his way around to Nordskov's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Boaz goes for an armbar but Nordskov turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Nordskov.
Nordskov wants to pass the guard but Boaz is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4##SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boaz 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.
Boaz is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nordskov stays in close to Boaz's body and controls the position.
Boaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Boaz, not yet.
Boaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nordskov defends well.#SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Boaz shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Nordskov's head but Nordskov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boaz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nordskov.
Boaz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Boaz shoots in and bounces Nordskov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Boaz is standing up over Nordskov. Nordskov looks to escape but Boaz dives into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REVR#
Nordskov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Boaz's best efforts.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Nordskov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Boaz is looking to advance position but Nordskov won't allow it.
Nordskov is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Nordskov won't allow Boaz to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nordskov defends it well.
Nordskov is refusing to be controlled, as Boaz sits in half guard.
Boaz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nordskov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nordskov is looking to control Boaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nordskov avoid being mounted?
Boaz stalling.
Boaz is pressing down on Nordskov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nordskov is holding on for now.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nordskov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Nordskov throws the kick towards the body but Boaz avoids it.
Nordskov shoots and misses
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Mads Nordskov has been cut.
Nordskov tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nordskov shoots in looking for a takedown. Boaz tries to sprawl out of it but Nordskov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Boaz manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mads Nordskov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boaz with a nice calf kick.
Boaz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Boaz swats away the attempt to clinch by Nordskov.#T4#
Nordskov slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromNordskov.
Nordskov misses with a body shot
and Boaz counters with a right hand to the body.
Nordskov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Nordskov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz jabs at Nordskov's body.
Boaz's corner calls for a 1-2. Boaz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Boaz closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nordskov tries to pull guard but Boaz won't allow it.
#BC#
Nordskov breaks the clinch.
Boaz motions for Nordskov to come forward. Boaz throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nordskov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Boaz defends well and Nordskov ends up having to push Boaz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mads Nordskov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Boaz buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Boaz punishes Nordskov's body with a nice straight punch.
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Nordskov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Boaz circles away.#CL#
Nordskov instigates a clinch.
Boaz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nordskov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A nice right hand lands inside from Boaz.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz works on Nordskov's body with a couple of short punches.
Boaz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Nordskov controls the action.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
A body shot lands from Boaz.
#T1#
Boaz misses with some punches.
Nordskov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Boaz walks away with a smile on his face. Nordskov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mads Nordskov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nordskov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Boaz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nordskov.
Boaz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nordskov's head backwards.
Boaz moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Nordskov fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Boaz drives through and clinches with Nordskov against the cage.
Boaz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2#
Nordskov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Boaz pulls his leg out and moves away.
Boaz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nordskov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Boaz throws a nice inside leg kick.
A combination from Nordskov does no damage.
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!
Nordskov fails with a takedown attempt.
A jab from Boaz does it's job there.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Nordskov tries to clinch but Boaz moves away
and Boaz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nordskov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nordskov walks into a straight right hand from Boaz.
Nordskov shoots in for a takedown but Boaz shows good takedown defense.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boaz! But no joy.
Boaz scoring well with a low kick there.
Mads Nordskov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nordskov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nordskov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boaz scores with a leg kick.
Nordskov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Boaz as he jumps to the side.
A countering left hand to the body from Boaz misses.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nordskov doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Boaz. #TD2#
Nordskov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boaz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boaz trying to control the action but Nordskov is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Mads Nordskov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R5#
Nordskov tries to clinch but Boaz moves away
and Boaz counters with a right hand to the body.
Nordskov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Boaz sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Mads Nordskov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Boaz throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Boaz throws a low kick but Nordskov avoids it.
Nordskov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nordskov throws a right and a left that Boaz avoids nicely.
Nordskov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Boaz scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Nordskov if he has to take too many more of those.
Nordskov wants to clinch.#T1#
Nordskov shoots in for a double leg but Boaz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nordskov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Boaz.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Nordskov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nordskov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Boaz pinned against the cage. Boaz gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mads Nordskov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nordskov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Boaz feints and then cracks Nordskov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nordskov down. #T2#
Nordskov tries for a takedown but Boaz circles away easily
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.
Nordskov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nordskov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nordskov shoots in for a double leg but Boaz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Nordskov avoids it with no problem.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Nordskov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nordskov.
Boaz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Nordskov misses with a takedown attempt
and Boaz makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Boaz connects with a leg kick.
Boaz throws out a powerful jab.
Nordskov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Boaz lands a leg kick that knocks Nordskov off balance momentarily.
Boaz sizes up Nordskov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Boaz jabs at Nordskov's body.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Nordskov is out of range.
Nordskov moves in looking to clinch but Boaz pushes him off.
Nordskov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4#
Nordskov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boaz tries to avoid it but Nordskov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boaz to the ground. Boaz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Nordskov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nordskov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Boaz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nordskov somewhat.
Wamberto Boaz is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nordskov closes the distance but Boaz moves to the side
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nordskov misses with a takedown
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mads Nordskov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nordskov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Boaz 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 43:50
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 43:50
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 44:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
During a confident post fight interview, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
|
|
|
Event:
FWFC 1
Date: Oct 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Boaz throws a body punch but Urani moves out of range.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Boaz. Urani shrugs it off though.
Urani gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Boaz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boaz wants to land a leg kick but Urani is out of range.
Urani moves out of range of the body kick from Boaz.
Urani throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz throws a lazy uppercut
and Urani counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz moves out of range as Urani throws a body kick.
Boaz quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Boaz lands a jab to the head.
Urani throws a body kick that misses.
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Boaz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Urani just manages to avoid it.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Urani counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Urani lands a jab to Boaz's midsection.
An inside leg kick lands from Boaz.
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!
Good shot there by Urani.
Urani throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Urani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Urani. #T1#
Boaz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Urani wants to counter the offense by Boaz and move into the clinch position.
An inside leg kick lands from Boaz.
Urani takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Good standup being displayed there by Boaz as he connects with a hook.
Urani lands the left hand.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A low kick from Urani is predictable there
and Boaz counters with a low kick, right behind Urani 's knee.
Urani paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Urani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Urani swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Urani's coach down at Crassus was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Urani's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz misses with a leg kick
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boaz throws a right and a left that Urani avoids nicely.
Urani clobbers Boaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Urani. #T2#
Urani slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a leg kick.
Urani takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Urani blocks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Urani on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Urani blocks the body kick.
A nice leg kick from Boaz, right into the meat of the thigh.
A lazy left from Boaz finds it's target.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Urani.
Urani is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Boaz had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Urani.
Urani moves out of range of the body kick from Boaz.
Boaz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Boaz throws a quick inside leg kick.
Urani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
A looping hook to the body misses from Urani. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Urani moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Urani misses with a looping left.#T3#
Urani with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Good exchange - Urani coming out on top.
Urani takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Urani uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Urani tries to clinch up.
Urani throws an off balance right hand
and Boaz counters with a nice leg kick.
Boaz digs a good body shot into Urani's ribs.
Urani moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Urani misses with a body shot.
Urani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ephram Urani is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Boaz.
Nice straight punches there by Boaz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Boaz.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Urani moved out of range nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Urani scores with a jab to the head.
Urani misses with a body kick.
Boaz takes one to the chin there.#T4#
Boaz takes a swing at Urani's ribcage but misses.
Urani takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Urani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz sets himself, and Urani steps forward looking for the clinch! Boaz avoids it this time.
Urani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Boaz.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Urani moved away.
Urani with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boaz to score with a decent uppercut.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Urani closes the distance and clinches.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Urani tries to throw a body punch but Boaz avoids it by throwing Urani back against the cage.
Urani gets underhooks to prevent Boaz's takedown attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Urani.
Urani prevents a takedown attempt there.
Urani misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Urani pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Urani takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Wamberto Boaz is winning the standup battle so far.
Boaz throws a front kick aimed at Urani's knee but Urani avoids it well.
Urani avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Urani bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Boaz's head.
Urani tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Urani.
Urani swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Urani connects with a body shot.
Urani misses with a leg kick.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick from Urani.
Urani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urani tries to score with a low kick but Boaz moves his leg out of the way.
Urani throws a right hand that misses
and Boaz counters with a right hand to the body.
Urani chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Boaz can pounce on him.
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A big right from Boaz misses. #T1#
Urani wants to clinch.
Urani uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Urani throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Urani's shoulder, as Urani tries to avoid the shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Urani.
Urani connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Boaz's hands.
Urani stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Boaz.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Urani.
Boaz is looking to counter with a body kick.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Urani moves out of range as Boaz throws a body kick.
Urani throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Urani scores with a body shot.
Boaz throws the kick towards the body but Urani avoids it.#T2#
Good leg kick by Urani.
Urani slips a straight right by Boaz.
A nice leg kick lands there from Urani.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz looks for the body kick but Urani saw that one coming.
Urani throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Urani misses with a body kick.
Urani's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Urani shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Urani connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
Urani fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Urani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Urani throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Urani scores with a jab.
Boaz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Urani's waist but Urani gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Boaz off to one side.
Boaz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Urani misses with a kick to the body.
#T3#
Boaz misses with an attempted mid kick.
It seemed like Urani was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Urani lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Urani fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Urani thows a leg kick but Boaz checks it
enabling Boaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Urani is out of range.
Boaz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Boaz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boaz jabs Urani right on the nose. Urani blinks but takes it well.
Boaz avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ephram Urani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Boaz is looking to land body kicks.
Boaz takes a swing at Urani's ribcage but misses.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Urani.
Urani wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boaz with a nice cross.#T4#
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!
Boaz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Urani cracks Boaz with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Boaz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Urani moves out of range as Boaz throws a body kick.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Urani slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Urani with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boaz to score with a decent uppercut.
Urani misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Urani.
Urani scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz misses with a leg kick
and Urani counters with a straight right hand.
Urani throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Urani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Urani throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Urani avoids a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ephram Urani will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Urani lands a nice shot that snaps Boaz's head back.
Urani throws a nice inside leg kick.
Urani throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Boaz counters with a nice low kick that buckles Urani's knee momentarily.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Urani's shoulder, as Urani tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz throws out a powerful jab.
Urani throws a wild body kick that Boaz sees coming a mile off.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Urani throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
It appears Boaz was looking to counter with a kick there.
Boaz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Urani can pounce on him.
Urani gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Urani tries to land a leg kick but Boaz saw it coming and moves away.
Urani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Urani moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Boaz tries to clinch there but Urani circles away.
Boaz takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
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!
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Urani.
#T1#
Urani checks a leg kick.
Urani misses with the combination.
Urani looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Urani thows a left - swing and a miss!
Urani scores with a nice strike.
Urani misses with a body shot
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Urani doesn't seem bothered though.
Urani defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Urani moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Urani throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Urani throws a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Boaz instigates a clinch.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Urani.
#T2#
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Urani controls the action.
Urani blocking some punches.
Boaz working aggressively 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!
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Urani.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Urani jumps guard but Boaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A short right from Urani.
Boaz lands with a light punch inside.
Nice elbow from Boaz. #TD#
Boaz jumps guard and drags Urani to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Urani got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boaz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Urani has managed to get both his arms back between Boaz's legs - danger averted.
Urani passes Boaz's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3#
Boaz is not content to let Urani control the position.
Boaz tries to get to full guard but Urani has control of the leg.
Boaz is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Urani's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Urani's back!#SUB#
Boaz is looking for the choke from the back position but Urani is controlling his hands well.
I would not like to be Urani right now.
You can see the frustration on Urani's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Boaz working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Urani defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Boaz's arms.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Urani tries to escape but Boaz has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T4#
Boaz trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz is hanging on to Urani's back as he tries to escape.
Urani is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Boaz is persistently looking for the submission but Urani is defending it well.
#SUB#
Boaz looking to break Urani's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Urani remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Boaz will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Urani defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Boaz's arms.
Boaz doesn't have the hooks in and Urani manages to turn into his guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz clearly takes that round.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Urani throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Urani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Urani jabs at Boaz's body.
Boaz with a jab.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body
and Urani counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Urani fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Good work by Boaz as he checks the leg kick.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Boaz wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urani walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Boaz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Urani misses with a straight left.
Boaz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A solid leg kick lands there for Boaz.
Urani lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Boaz lands a head shot.
Urani loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Jab, jab by Boaz - just one landing.
Urani swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Urani with a hook.
Urani tries to land a front kick but Boaz steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A quick step to the side and Boaz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Urani's shoulder, as Urani tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz fails with the takedown.
Boaz closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Urani misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urani.
Boaz scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Urani lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Boaz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Urani.#T2#
Urani avoids a kick to the body.
Boaz doesn't manage to clinch there - Urani circles away.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Urani.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Urani lands a slapping body shot.
Boaz throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Urani counters with a nice kick to the body.
Boaz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Urani's sensitive parts.
Urani fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Urani throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz throws a front kick aimed at Urani's knee but Urani avoids it well.
Urani swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Urani looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jab from Boaz.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz scores with a jab to the head.
Urani delivers a nice body kick.
Urani connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Boaz momentarily.
#T3#
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Urani is out of range.
Urani connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Boaz's hands.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Urani defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Boaz.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Urani throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Urani throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
A countering left hand to the body from Urani misses.
Urani lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Urani throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Boaz lands with an overhand left.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz shoots in looking for a takedown but Urani manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Boaz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Urani misses with a left hand
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Urani. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz swings for the body but Urani moves out of range.
Boaz lands a body shot.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz moves out of range as Urani strikes.
Urani blocks a jab.
Boaz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Urani at a distance.
Urani misses with an uppercut.
Urani lands a nice shot that snaps Boaz's head back.
Urani walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Boaz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Urani scores with a jab to the head.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Urani moves away and avoids it.
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Urani.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ephram Urani dominated that fourth round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Good leg kick by Boaz.
Boaz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Urani at a distance.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Urani.
Boaz throws a low kick but Urani moves out of range easily.
Urani takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Urani tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Boaz is able to avoid easily.
Urani is looking to score with low kicks.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Urani throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Boaz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Urani counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz takes one to the chin there.
Urani throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urani takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Urani gets caught napping as Boaz dives in and scores a takedown. Urani manages to retain guard.
Wamberto Boaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Urani looking for a guillotine here but Boaz defends easily.
Boaz advances position into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Urani is being controlled here.
Urani is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Urani is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Boaz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Urani is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boaz wants to control but Urani is keeping him busy. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Urani tries to get back to half guard but can't.
What's Urani going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Boaz wants to control but Urani is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Boaz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Urani knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Urani is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Urani tries to buck Boaz off but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz controlling from side mount.
Urani struggling a bit here.
Urani sneaks back into half guard.
Boaz is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boaz looking to control but Urani is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz prevents Urani from getting the reversal.
Boaz forces the positional change into back control. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for the choke from the back position but Urani is controlling his hands well.
Urani manages to reverse the position and now he's in Boaz's guard. Nice work there by Urani.
Boaz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Urani is one step ahead there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 49:46
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 47:48
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 281 Laine vs Rain
Date: Jul 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Kenobi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kenobi thows a body kick. Boaz tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kenobi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kenobi throws a shot to the body.
Kenobi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Kenobi throws out a leg kick but Boaz moves out of range and Kenobi only half commits.
Kenobi backing away here, and Boaz unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kenobi misses with a low kick.
Kenobi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Boaz was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kenobi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Boaz. That did some damage!
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Boaz has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Kenobi throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kenobi.
Kenobi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Boazs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Boaz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kenobi.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kenobi.
Boaz misses with a body kick.#T1#
Kenobi tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Boaz doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kenobi jabs Boaz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kenobi scores with a decent looking hook.
Kenobi swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kenobi manages to avoid it.
Kenobi throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kenobi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kenobi misses with a low kick as Boaz jumps back.
We've been told by Kenobi's head coaches at Gymi that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Crunch! Kenobi slams his shin into Boaz's torso.
Kenobi throws out a leg kick but Boaz moves out of range and Kenobi only half commits.
Boaz with the inside leg kick.
A shot to the body from Kenobi misses
and Boaz counters with a left to the body.
Boaz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kenobi. #T2#
Kenobi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kenobi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kenobi tried to counter with a leg kick but Boaz avoided it.
Kenobi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kenobi misses with a lunging right hand
and Kenobi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kenobi is looking to wear down Boaz with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kenobi motions for Boaz to come forward. Kenobi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kenobi throws a body kick that misses
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kenobi.
Kenobi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kenobi throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kenobi manages to avoid it.
Kenobi cracks Boaz with an open hand slap.
Obi Wan Kenobi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kenobi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kenobi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kenobi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Kenobi avoids it with no problem.#T3#
A slow jab from Kenobi misses its intended target.
Kenobi throws a front kick aimed at Boaz's knee but Boaz avoids it well.
Boaz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kenobi takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
Kenobi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kenobi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Boaz makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kenobi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kenobi connects with a body shot.
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kenobi.
Kenobi misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Kenobi does it's job there.
Kenobi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kenobi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T4#
Kenobi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts.
Kenobi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kenobi. Kenobi obviously looking to wear him down.
Kenobi connects with a leg kick.
Kenobi moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Kenobi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kenobi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.
Kenobi slips a straight right by Boaz.
Kenobi is looking to counter punch.
Kenobi tries to land a leg kick but Boaz saw it coming and moves away.
Jab by Kenobi.
A head kick misses from Kenobi.
Kenobi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kenobi moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Kenobi is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kenobi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Obi Wan Kenobi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kenobi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kenobi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Boaz takes one on the button.
Kenobi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kenobi throws a body kick that misses.
Kenobi misses with a low kick.
Kenobi lands with a nice body kick.
Good shot there by Boaz.#CUT2#It looks like Obi Wan Kenobi has been cut.
Kenobi throws a leg kick
and Kenobi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kenobi connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kenobi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kenobi scores with a push kick.
Boaz tries to land a front kick but Kenobi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kenobi lands with an uppercut that bounces Boaz off the cage and back into range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kenobi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Kenobi avoids it with no problem.
Boaz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kenobi can pounce on him.
Kenobi throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Good leg kick by Kenobi.
Kenobi misses with a straight left.
Kenobi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Boaz checks a low kick from Kenobi.
Kenobi scores with a spinning back kick!
A nice inside leg kick there by Kenobi. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kenobi thuds his shin into the meat of Boaz's side.
Kenobi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Boaz misses with an attempted mid kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Boaz might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kenobi has got the better of the exchanges.#T2#
Kenobi tries to work over Boaz's front leg with a kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kenobi misses with a wild body shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kenobi.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Kenobi misses the target.
Obi Wan Kenobi is winning the standup battle so far.
Kenobi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Kenobi moved out of range.
Kenobi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Kenobi ducks down to avoid it.
Kenobi throws a leg kick which misses Boaz's front leg but catches the back leg as Boaz tries to avoid it.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Kenobi misses with a low kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Boaz blocks the leg kick.
Kenobi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T3#
Kenobi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Obi Wan Kenobi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick from Kenobi misses
and Boaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kenobi misses with a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a right hand to the body.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kenobi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kenobi scores with a jab to the head.
Boaz throws a poor cross that misses
and Kenobi counters with an inside leg kick.
Kenobi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Boaz looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kenobi feints and then cracks Boaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Boaz down.
A lazy body kick from Kenobi
enabling Boaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Kenobi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boaz can do to turn this around?
Kenobi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kenobi misses with a low kick.
#T4#
Kenobi tries a head kick but it misses.
Kenobi explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kenobi scores with a punch to the head.
Boaz takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kenobi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boaz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Boaz cracks Kenobi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kenobi feints and then cracks Boaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Boaz down.
A lazy body kick from Kenobi #TD2#
and Boaz counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kenobi won't be happy with that.
You can see the frustration on Kenobi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kenobi is looking to regain half guard here but Boaz keeps moving and retains side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Obi Wan Kenobi dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Obi Wan Kenobi's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Kenobi defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Kenobi throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Kenobi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boaz! But no joy.
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kenobi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Boaz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kenobi. Kenobi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kenobi connects with a leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Kenobi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz needs to keep his hands up - Kenobi had a free shot at his head there.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kenobi is able to avoid easily.
Kenobi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kenobi with the inside leg kick. #T1#
Boaz throws a nice outside leg kick.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kenobi as he jumps to the side.
Kenobi tries to land a leg kick but Boaz saw it coming and moves away.
Boaz with the inside leg kick.
Kenobi looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kenobi.
Kenobi thumps Boaz with a low kick.
Kenobi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kenobi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Boaz.
Kenobi loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.#T2#
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kenobi checks it.
Kenobi misses with a low kick.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kenobi throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz throws a push kick but Kenobi slaps the foot to one side.
Kenobi tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Kenobi feints and then cracks Boaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Boaz down.
Kenobi does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A solid body kick from Kenobi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz checks a leg kick.
Boaz flicks out a counter leg kick but Kenobi steps away.
Kenobi ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
A little feinted left hand from Kenobi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kenobi tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
That kick from Kenobi tenderised Boaz's leg. Boaz is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kenobi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz throws a hook but Kenobi blocks it.#T3#
Kenobi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kenobi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
Boaz with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kenobi counters with a thumping low kick.
A low kick from Kenobi misses
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Kenobi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Boaz throws a right hand that misses
and Kenobi counters with a left to the body.
Boaz lands a nice shot to the body.
Kenobi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
A lazy body kick from Kenobi
and Boaz counters with a leg kick.
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kenobi. Kenobi obviously looking to wear him down.
Kenobi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Kenobi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kenobi misses with a low kick.
Boaz is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kenobi throws a leg kick but Boaz moved away.
Kenobi misses the shot to the body.
Kenobi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Boaz. That did some damage!
A nice inside leg kick there by Kenobi. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Kenobi moves out of range as Boaz throws a body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kenobi. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Kenobi counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kenobi throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Kenobi is looking to slow Boaz down with leg kicks.
Kenobi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kenobi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boaz.
And that's the end of the fight!
Obi Wan Kenobi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kenobi, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Obi Wan Kenobi!
Obi Wan Kenobi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 276 Petrov vs Sitsongrit
Date: Jul 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Lę misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
We've been hearing reports that Boaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lę.
Lę scoring well with a low kick there.
Lę bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Boaz slips a straight right by Lę.
Lę connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice body kick there by Boaz.
Lę throws out a powerful jab.
Lę misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lę slips a straight right by Boaz.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
A nice leg kick lands there from Boaz.
Boaz dives in and grabs Lę's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lę pushes down on Boaz's head and hops out.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Lę sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Lę on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Lę tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range. #CL2#
Lę has taken the fight to the clinch.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lę lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lę misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lę lands with a right to the head.
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lę tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz throws a punch but it's blocked by Lę.
Lę misses with a punch to the body.
Lę lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Lę goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lę tries a body shot but Boaz blocks it.
Lę misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Lę.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Lę working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Lę controls the action.
Boaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lę has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lę creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
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!
Boaz tries for a takedown but Lę manages to get underhooks.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Boaz throws a head punch that misses.
Lę blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Lę cracks Boaz with a nice body shot.
Lę lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Boaz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lę throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Lę.
Lę blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Boaz prevents a body shot from Lę.
Lę can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
Lę can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
A hook to the body from Boaz.
Lę misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
A frustrated look appears on Lę's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Boaz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lę.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
#T3#
Lę fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lę misses with a hook to the ribs.
Boaz throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lę blocks it with crossed arms.
Boaz is working Lę over against the cage.#BC2#
Lę escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lę tries to close the distance and clinch but Boaz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jab, jab by Lę - just one landing.
Lę checks a leg kick.
Boaz lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Boaz swings for the body but Lę moves out of range.
Lę throws a leg kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz misses with an attempted mid kick.
Boaz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Boaz shoots in and drives through. Lę sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boaz throws the kick towards the body but Lę avoids it.
And Lę responds with a good body kick, but Boaz manages to step out the way in time.
Lę circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Quân Lę seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz scores with a spinning back kick!#T4#
Lę throws a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Lę cracks a nice hook into Boaz's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lę uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Lę looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lę buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lę slips under a jab.
Boaz misses the jab.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Lę.
Lę fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boaz.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Lę slips the punch.
Lę throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lę throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lę loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lę.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lę lands with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Quân Lę 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#
Boaz with a hook.
Lę throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lę pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Lę backs away, Boaz returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Boaz is looking to slow Lę down with leg kicks.
Boaz is looking to clinch but Lę is avoiding it.
Lę scores with a jab.
Quân Lę seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boaz on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lę moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Nice defenses there by Lę.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Lę was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Boaz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lę looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz scores with a spinning back kick!#CL2#
Lę moves into the clinch successfully.
Lę misses with some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Boaz tries a body shot but Lę blocks it.
#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lę.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lę fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lę has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Boaz lands a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Boaz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lę tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lę doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Boaz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lę working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Boaz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Lę misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lę letting Boaz take a breather here.
Boaz tries to work over Lę's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lę blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lę working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lę lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Good body shot from Boaz.
#T2#
Boaz misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lę.
Boaz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lę misses with some punches.
Lę's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Boaz tries to throw a body punch but Lę avoids it by throwing Boaz back against the cage.
Boaz lands a shot to the body.
Lę lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lę tries to break free but Boaz pushes him back against the cage.
Lę gets through Boaz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lę lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lę blocking some punches.
Lę swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lę scores with a shoulder strike.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Lę breaks from the clinch.
Lę lands a nice hook to Boaz's body. Boaz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Boaz.#T3#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches up with Lę, looking for a takedown. Boaz pushes Lę against the cage but Lę circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A jab from Boaz does it's job there.
Boaz throws a wild body kick that Lę sees coming a mile off.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lę is looking to slow Boaz down with leg kicks.
Boaz misses the jab.
Lę now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Lę moved out of range nicely.
Lę scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Lę throws a body kick that misses.
Lę misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Boaz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boaz misses with an uppercut
and Lę counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Boaz throws a chopping leg kick but Lę manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Boaz steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lę. That one must have hurt.#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Lę darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lę has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
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!
Lę scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Boaz misses with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Lę throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lę checks a leg kick.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lę moves away.
Boaz staying out of range there.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Lę manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a shot to the body.
Lę tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Boaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lę on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lę throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lę looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz misses with an uppercut
enabling Lę to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
A telegraphed right hand from Lę misses the target.
Lę misses with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Quân Lę will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lę throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lę.
Lę misses with a low kick as Boaz jumps back.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
A shot to the body from Lę misses
enabling Boaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Lę avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lę is able to avoid easily.
Lę tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Lę.
Boaz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lę scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Lę avoids the head kick by Boaz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lę defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Lę avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body kick.
Lę throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lę moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Boaz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T1#
Lę throws a body kick that misses.
Boaz slips under a jab from Lę.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Boaz throws a nice outside leg kick.
Boaz defending well as Lę loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz cracks Lę with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Boaz throws a shot to the body.
Boaz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lę throws a poor cross that misses
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lę under the eye.
Lę looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Lę jabs Boaz right on the nose. Boaz blinks but takes it well.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lę tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lę. That one must have hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lę.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lę throws a solid leg kick but Boaz takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lę.
A good leg kick by Boaz.
Boaz throws a push kick but Lę slaps the foot to one side.
Lę uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Lę moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Lę uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.#CL2#
Lę gets a clinch.
Lę swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lę lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz tries to throw a body punch but Lę avoids it by throwing Boaz back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Lę fails to land.
Boaz lands with a left to the head.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Boaz misses with a body punch.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Lę.
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Lę controls his hands.
#T3#
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Lę.
Lę fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lę misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz presses Lę against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Boaz tries to throw a body punch but Lę avoids it by throwing Boaz back against the cage.
Lę misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lę tries a body shot but Boaz blocks it.
Nice body punch from Lę - that landed with a thud.
A short left from Lę.
Lę struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Lę misses with a hook to the ribs.
Quân Lę seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lę throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Boaz.
Lę can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
Lę pushes Boaz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lę.
Boaz lands with a short shot to the head.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lę backwards. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lę lands with a short shot to the head.
Lę works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lę swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boaz lands a left hand.
Boaz tries a body shot but Lę blocks it.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Lę controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Lę throws a head punch that misses.
Boaz misses with a body punch.
Lę swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz throws a punch but it's blocked by Lę.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Boaz lands a nice shot to the body.
Lę blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Boaz takes a shot to the head.
Lę working aggressively here.
Lę scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lę.
Boaz misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Wamberto Boaz.
Well Lę 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quân Lę! |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 270 Petrov vs Williams
Date: Jun 06, 2021 |
#R1#
A punch combination from Aiken misses.
Aiken keeps Boaz at a distance using the push kick.
Aiken pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice uppercut lands for Boaz. That snapped Aiken's head back.
Boaz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Aiken misses with an uppercut.
We've been hearing reports that Boaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Aiken finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Boaz takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Aiken throws a front kick that sends Boaz stumbling back into the cage.
Boaz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Aiken misses with a head kick.
Aiken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Aiken lands with a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Aiken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Boaz rushes Aiken and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Aiken blocks an uppercut.
Aiken misses with some punches.
Boaz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Aiken lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Boaz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Aiken controls the action.
Boaz misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aiken.
Boaz lands a shoulder strike.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Aiken tries to throw a body punch but Boaz avoids it by throwing Aiken back against the cage.
Boaz is leaning against Aiken and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aiken blocks an elbow strike.
Aiken misses with the head strike.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aiken throws a head punch that misses.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Aiken controls the action.
Aiken prevents a body shot from Boaz.
Boaz throws a punch but it's blocked by Aiken.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aiken.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Aiken scores with a nice short uppercut.
Aiken lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Boaz or not.
Aiken tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz. #T2#
Boaz digs a right hand underneath Aiken's ribcage. Aiken let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Boaz pushes Aiken back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Aiken lands with a short shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aiken swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aiken softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Aiken tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
Boaz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Aiken working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Aiken prevents a body shot from Boaz.
A short body shot lands from Boaz as the two fighters clinch.
Aiken blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Boaz scores with a shoulder strike.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Aiken.
Aiken lands a left hand that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Aiken's elbow.
A short uppercut from Boaz.
Boaz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Aiken backwards.
Aiken misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aiken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Boaz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Aiken misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Aiken blocks a body shot from Boaz. #T3#
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Boaz seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Aiken can turn it around.
Aiken tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Boaz.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz tries to work over Aiken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Aiken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aiken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boaz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Aiken tries a body shot but Boaz blocks it.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aiken misses with a punch on the inside.
Aiken fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Boaz.
Aiken misses with some punches.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz misses with the head strike.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Aiken controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Boaz.
Aiken blocking some punches.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Boaz blocking some punches.
Aiken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aiken throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Aiken controls the action.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Aiken controls the action.
Boaz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aiken can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
A short left from Aiken.
Aiken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aiken lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Boaz.
Aiken lands with a left to the head.
Boaz pushes Aiken back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aiken lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Still in the clinch, Aiken scores with a nice short uppercut.
Boaz drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aiken misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Aiken. Aiken obviously looking to wear him down.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Boaz.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Aiken appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Aiken just misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken throws a nice head kick!
Boaz dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Aiken. That did some damage!
Boaz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Aiken attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice body punch from Aiken.
Aiken cracks Boaz with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Aiken swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
Aiken throws a low kick, looking for Boaz's leg but Boaz calmly moves out of range.
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!
Aiken throws a leg kick that misses.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Aiken throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Aiken looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T1#
Some bone on bone action there as Aiken checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Boaz backing away here, and Aiken unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Aiken misses with a straight left.
Aiken throws a low kick but Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Aiken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Aiken was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Aiken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Aiken throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Aiken throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Boaz counters with an inside leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Aiken.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken misses with a low kick.
Boaz moves out of range as Aiken throws a body kick.
Aiken tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Aiken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Aiken lands an overhand right.
Aiken throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Midick Aiken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Boaz throws a low kick but Aiken moves out of range easily.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Aiken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Aiken moved out of range nicely.
Aiken takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Midick Aiken is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice jab there from Boaz.
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!
Aiken throws a quick inside leg kick.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aiken was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Aiken throws a leg kick that misses.
Midick Aiken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aiken scores with a push kick.
Boaz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Aiken. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Boaz lands a slapping body shot.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick.
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aiken fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Boaz checks it well.
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aiken slips a straight right by Boaz.#T3#
Aiken on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Boaz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Aiken throws a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
A low kick lands for Aiken.
Boaz slips under a jab from Aiken.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aiken moves away.
Aiken throws a nice outside leg kick.
Boaz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Boaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boaz lands a slapping body shot.
Aiken connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Aiken scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Aiken walks into a jab.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aiken.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Aiken manages to avoid it.
Aiken pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boaz is out of range and Aiken settles back down. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab by Aiken.
Aiken tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
An inside leg kick lands from Boaz.
Aiken throws a wild body kick that Boaz sees coming a mile off.
A nice leg kick from Boaz, right into the meat of the thigh.
Aiken throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz scores with a nice body kick.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Aiken throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Good exchange - Aiken coming out on top.
Aiken circles away from the clinch attempt.
Aiken throws a poor cross that misses
and Boaz counters with a good, hard body kick but Aiken shrugs it off.
Boaz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aiken looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Aiken throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz lands with an uppercut that bounces Aiken off the cage and back into range.
Boaz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Boaz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Aiken checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Midick Aiken will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Boaz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Boaz lands with a straight right. Aiken didn't see that one coming.
Boaz misses with a head kick.
Good work by Aiken as he checks the leg kick.
Boaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Boaz lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Aiken moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aiken.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Boaz scores with a shot to the side of Aiken's head.
Boaz lands a left hand.
Boaz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aiken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boaz gets through Aiken's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Aiken throws a head punch that misses.
Boaz tries to throw a body punch but Aiken avoids it by throwing Boaz back against the cage.
Boaz pushes Aiken back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Aiken lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Aiken lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Boaz tries a body shot but Aiken blocks it.
Wamberto Boaz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Boaz throws a head punch that misses.
Aiken struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Boaz.
Aiken prevents a body shot from Boaz.
A short right from Boaz on the inside.
Aiken softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Boaz prevents a body shot from Aiken.
Aiken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aiken blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Aiken doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Aiken working aggressively here.
Aiken lands an uppercut.
Aiken lands a body shot.
Aiken throws a head punch that misses.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from Aiken.
Boaz throws a punch but it's blocked by Aiken.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2#
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Aiken fails to land.
Aiken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aiken misses with a punch on the inside.
Aiken tries to throw a body punch but Boaz avoids it by throwing Aiken back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Aiken.
Aiken tries to throw a body punch but Boaz avoids it by throwing Aiken back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Aiken fails to land.
Aiken working aggressively here.
Boaz prevents a body shot from Aiken.
Boaz tries to work over Aiken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Aiken.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Boaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aiken can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
Aiken misses with some punches.
Aiken struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Aiken blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Aiken tries a body shot but Boaz blocks it.
Boaz tries a body shot but Aiken blocks it.
#T3#
Boaz misses with the head strike.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Aiken.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aiken.
Boaz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aiken tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Boaz tries a body shot but Aiken blocks it.
Boaz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Aiken blocking some punches.
Aiken tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Aiken misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken prevents a body shot from Boaz.
Aiken misses with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Boaz.
Nice body punch from Boaz - that landed with a thud.
Boaz lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Aiken controls the action.
Boaz misses with some punches.
#T4#
Boaz blocks a body shot from Aiken.
Aiken misses with the head strike.
Aiken lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Boaz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aiken.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Boaz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aiken blocks an uppercut.
Aiken lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Aiken fails to land.
Boaz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Boaz lands with a left to the head.
Aiken misses with the head strike.
Boaz misses with a body punch.
Boaz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short right from Boaz.
Boaz tries to work over Aiken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Boaz on the inside.
Aiken lands a hook to the side of the head.
Aiken struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Wamberto Boaz.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Wamberto Boaz!
After winning the bout, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 266 Poli vs Graves
Date: May 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Williams misses the jab.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Williams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz with the inside leg kick.
Boaz will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Williams.
Williams feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Boazs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Williams throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Williams misses with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Williams throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Williams checks the leg kick nicely there.
Boaz throws a wild body kick that Williams sees coming a mile off.
Nice straight punches there by Williams. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Williams.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz walks into a left hand.
Williams walks into a jab.
Williams moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Williams blocks a jab.
Williams throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Williams.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A jab from Williams misses. #T1#
Williams takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Boaz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Williams slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab lands there for Boaz.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wayne Williams is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Williams slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Williams throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Williams connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A jab from Williams misses.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Williams.
Williams misses with a right hand #TD#
and Boaz counters with a single leg into guard. Williams didn't expect that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Williams is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Boaz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Boaz is stalling in the full guard.
Boaz won't allow Williams to get back to his feet.
Boaz sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T3##SUB#
Boaz drops back, looking for a kneebar! Williams looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Williams looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Williams! #REVB##SU2#
Williams decides to stand up, so the ref orders Boaz to his feet.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Williams works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Boaz throws the kick towards the body but Williams avoids it.
Williams throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Williams scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wayne Williams seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Williams on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boaz lands a leg kick that knocks Williams off balance momentarily.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Williams.#T4#
Boaz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Williams sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Boaz somewhat.
Williams is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
A bone on bone clash there as Williams blocks the leg kick.
Williams connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Boaz getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boaz there as he acknowledges the shot.
Boaz connects with an inside leg kick.
Williams throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Williams scores with a jab to the body.
Williams looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Williams throws a big shot that misses.
Williams avoids the body shot from Boaz.
A little jabbing left from Williams on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Williams throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Williams scores with a jab to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Boaz.
Boaz defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Wayne Williams will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Williams moved away.
Williams chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Boaz can pounce on him.
Williams throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Williams works the jab nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Boaz, as that shot connected.
Boaz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Williams works the jab nicely.
Williams misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Williams might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Boaz with the inside leg kick.
Williams avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Williams throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Williams just manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Williams moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Wayne Williams seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Williams avoids a kick to the body.
Williams swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Williams checks it.
Williams throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Williams throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Williams smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice defenses there by Boaz.#T1#
Williams keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Williams swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big left from Williams misses.
Boaz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Williams misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Williams.
Boaz cracks a nice hook into Williams's ribs.
Williams throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Williams on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boaz throws a low kick but Williams moves out of range easily.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Williams was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Williams blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Williams checks a leg kick.
Williams throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
A jab from Boaz does it's job there.
Williams jabs Boaz right on the nose. Boaz blinks but takes it well.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2#
Williams jabs Boaz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Boaz feints and then cracks Williams's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Williams down.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Williams finds it's way round the side to connect with Boaz's head.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz is looking to chop away at Williams's legs.
Wayne Williams is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Williams is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Williams bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Boaz's head.
Boaz lands a jab.
Boaz throws a body punch but Williams moves out of range.
Williams's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Williams showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Williams looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Williams takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz throws a wild body kick that Williams sees coming a mile off.
Williams cracks Boaz with an open hand slap.
Williams works the jab nicely.
Williams misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Boaz appears to be looking for a big counter.
Boaz looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Boaz moves out of range as Williams strikes.
Boaz keeps Williams at a distance using the push kick.
Williams connects with a body shot.
Boaz defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Williams bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Boaz's head backwards.
Williams connects with a looping right hand.
Boaz defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz is looking to counter with a body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Williams moved out of range nicely.
Williams stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Boaz.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T4#
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boaz throws a body punch but Williams moves out of range.
Boaz throws a chopping leg kick but Williams manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Boaz throws the left hand but Williams avoids the punch easily.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Williams blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz throws a hook but Williams blocks it.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Williams manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Williams! But no joy.
Williams swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Williams lands an overhand right.
Boaz defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Williams.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Williams.
Boaz moves out of range as Williams strikes.
Boaz scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Williams ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Wayne Williams will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Williams's head but Williams sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Williams scores with a decent looking hook.
Boaz walks into a straight right hand from Williams.
Williams ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Williams moves out of range of the leg kick from Boaz.
Williams looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Williams fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Williams misses with a straight left.
Williams walks into a stiff left hand from Boaz.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Williams works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Williams throws a body shot but no joy.
Williams lands with a nice body punch.
Williams looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Good leg kick by Boaz.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Williams scores with a shot to the body.
Williams moves out of range of the body kick from Boaz.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Williams.#T1#
Williams slips a jab from Boaz.
A slow jab from Williams misses its intended target.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Williams.
Williams doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Williams slips the punch.
Williams clobbers Boaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
Williams throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Williams cracks Boaz with a right hand to the side of the head.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
Boaz throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Williams counter with a right hand.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Williams checks a leg kick.
Williams throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Williams swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz throws a front kick that sends Williams stumbling back into the cage.
Williams cracks Boaz with an open hand slap.
Williams getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
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!
Williams throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
Boaz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Williams throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boaz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Williams throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donk. Boaz catches Williams right on the button with a cross.
Williams throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Williams moves away and avoids it.
Boaz slips a jab from Williams.
A looping hook to the body misses from Williams. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Williams looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Williams connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Boaz's hands.
Some wild striking there from Boaz.
Williams misses with a body shot.
Williams misses with a looping left.
Boaz scores with a jab to the jaw.
Boaz throws a push kick but Williams slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz throws a hook but Williams blocks it.#T3#
Williams lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Williams lands a really nice looking cross but Boaz seems unphased.
Williams lands with a straight right. Boaz didn't see that one coming.
Williams connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
Williams throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Boaz swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Williams counters with a straight right hand.
Williams misses the jab.
Williams misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Williams bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Boaz's head.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Williams throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Williams darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Williams misses with a hook
and Boaz counters with a nice body shot.
Williams ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz works the jab nicely.
Williams connects with a single shot there.#T4#
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Williams doesn't seem bothered though.
The fighters circle momentarily. Boaz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Williams throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boaz slips a jab from Williams.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Williams on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A looping hook to the body misses from Williams. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Williams crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Boaz - the referee stops the clock and Williams gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Boaz. Williams manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Williams loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Boaz swings for the body but Williams moves out of range.
Boaz tries to score with a low kick but Williams moves his leg out of the way.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Williams.
Williams avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Williams appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Williams moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Williams cracks Boaz with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Boaz moves out of range as Williams strikes.
Williams walks into a straight right hand from Boaz.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wayne Williams comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Williams winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wayne Williams!
A victorious Wayne Williams thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 259 Petrov vs Sitsongrit
Date: Apr 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Kenobi missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Kenobi throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kenobi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kenobi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Kenobi manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Kenobi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Boaz.
Boaz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice elbow from Kenobi.
Kenobi told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Boaz lands with a right to the head.
Boaz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short body shot lands from Boaz as the two fighters clinch.
A short uppercut from Kenobi.
Kenobi looking to slow down the pace here.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kenobi's elbow.
Kenobi misses with the head strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz working aggressively here.
Kenobi creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Boaz's defenses. #BC#
Boaz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Kenobi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Boaz takes a swing at Kenobi's ribcage but misses.
Kenobi scores with a jab. Boaz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Boaz misses with a low kick as Kenobi jumps back.
An inside leg kick lands from Boaz.
Kenobi blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz misses with a jab to the body
enabling Kenobi to counter with a crisp jab.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Boaz lands a nice looking body shot.
Boaz lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Kenobi counters with a nice body shot.
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Boaz half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kenobi tries to close the distance and clinch but Boaz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Decent striking displayed by Kenobi there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz catches Kenobi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kenobi misses with a hook.
Boaz blocks a jab.#T2#
Kenobi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Obi Wan Kenobi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kenobi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Boaz attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Boaz lands a jab to the head.
Kenobi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boaz.
Kenobi misses with a body kick.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kenobi.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Kenobi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz defending well as Kenobi loads up on a big left hand.
Kenobi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Boaz with a nice cross.
Kenobi looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Kenobi misses with an uppercut.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Kenobi swats away the attempt to clinch by Boaz.
Kenobi digs a good hook to Boaz's body.
#T3#
Nice shot by Kenobi.
Boaz connects with the punch.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Kenobi flicks out a counter leg kick but Boaz steps away.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz throws a push kick but Kenobi slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Boaz defending well as Kenobi loads up on a big left hand.
Nice cross by Kenobi.
Kenobi tries to clinch but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Boaz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boaz checks a low kick from Kenobi.
Kenobi shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kenobi.
An inside leg kick from Kenobi misses.
Boaz defending well as Kenobi loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Kenobi is out of range. #T4#
Boaz lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kenobi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kenobi just manages to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Kenobi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kenobi blocks an uppercut.
Kenobi trying to control the position but instead, Boaz has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kenobi into the cage.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Boaz.
Boaz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kenobi or not.
Kenobi has Boaz pushed against the cage.
Kenobi has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Boaz wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kenobi struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Boaz scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz prevents a body shot from Kenobi.
Kenobi lands a shot to the body.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz can't get the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Obi Wan Kenobi will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kenobi catches Boaz with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kenobi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kenobi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kenobi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kenobi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL2#
Kenobi closes the distance and clinches.
Kenobi lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Wamberto Boaz has been cut.
Kenobi digs a right hand into Boaz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Boaz's gas tank.
Kenobi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A right hand to the body from Kenobi.
Kenobi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kenobi pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kenobi misses with a punch to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kenobi.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kenobi's elbow.
Boaz is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kenobi is defending well.
Boaz tries to throw a body punch but Kenobi avoids it by throwing Boaz back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Boaz.
Boaz presses Kenobi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kenobi gets through Boaz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Kenobi.
Kenobi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kenobi taking a breather.
Kenobi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz is leaning against Kenobi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kenobi wants to stall.
Boaz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kenobi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boaz blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boaz.
Boaz is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kenobi is struggling to control the position.
A short right from Kenobi on the inside.
Kenobi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kenobi throws an elbow but misses.
Kenobi scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right from Kenobi.
Boaz lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Kenobi controls the action.
Boaz lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Boaz.
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!
Kenobi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Kenobi.
Kenobi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boaz blocks the elbow strike.
Kenobi blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Kenobi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boaz creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kenobi's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Obi Wan Kenobi has been cut.
Kenobi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kenobi backwards.
Boaz is leaning against Kenobi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Boaz lands with a right to the head.
Kenobi misses with a punch to the body.
Kenobi throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kenobi lands a damaging elbow.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
A short left from Boaz.
Boaz lands a body shot in the clinch.
#BC#
Boaz breaks the clinch.
Kenobi throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kenobi.
Boaz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kenobi's sensitive parts.
Boaz is looking to slow Kenobi down with leg kicks.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kenobi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kenobi is looking to score with low kicks.
Boaz is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kenobi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kenobi throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kenobi lands a jab to the head.
#CL#
Boaz forces Kenobi back against the cage and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kenobi struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Boaz avoids the elbow strike from Kenobi, against the cage.
Kenobi has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
#T4#
Kenobi swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kenobi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kenobi blocks an uppercut.
Boaz prevents a body shot from Kenobi.
Kenobi creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kenobi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kenobi working aggressively here.
Kenobi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kenobi throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kenobi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kenobi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Boaz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kenobi after a bit of a struggle.
Kenobi lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kenobi is pushing Boaz up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A head punch on the inside from Kenobi fails to land.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Kenobi controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Obi Wan Kenobi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Kenobi throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Boaz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kenobi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kenobi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kenobi throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz throws out a leg kick but Kenobi moves out of range and Boaz only half commits.
Boaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kenobi has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Boaz.
Kenobi tries to clinch but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz tries to counter by clinching up but Kenobi breaks away and moves out of range.
Boaz throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Obi Wan Kenobi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kenobi is looking to clinch.
Kenobi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Good standup being displayed there by Kenobi as he connects with a hook.
Kenobi looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kenobi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kenobi scrambles back to his feet.
Boaz lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kenobi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kenobi lands a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Kenobi throws a poor cross that misses
and Boaz counters with a low kick, right behind Kenobi 's knee.
Boaz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A leg kick checked by Boaz.
Boaz fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kenobi is out of range.
Boaz works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Boaz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kenobi on the side of the head.
Kenobi throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL2#
Kenobi forces Boaz back against the cage and clinches.
Kenobi pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Boaz dodges an elbow strike from Kenobi.
Kenobi blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
A body shot lands from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body punch.
Boaz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Kenobi controls the action.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Boaz has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Kenobi regains guard immediately.
Boaz trying to control but Kenobi is working from the bottom.
Kenobi keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boaz passes Kenobi's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Kenobi is working away.
Boaz trying to mount his opponent but Kenobi defends it.
Kenobi wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy.
#T3##SUB#
Boaz seems to be looking for submissions.
Kenobi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kenobi does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kenobi is controlling Boaz's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kenobi wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
Well, if Boaz is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Boaz moves into full mount! Kenobi won't be happy about that!
Kenobi is looking to get to half guard.
Kenobi tries to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Boaz throws a wild left hand from mount and Kenobi manages to wriggle his way back to half guard. #SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Kenobi defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Boaz 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.
Boaz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kenobi defending well though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kenobi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 254 Williams vs Sitsongrit
Date: Mar 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Tattoo Guy misses with a takedown attempt - Boaz sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Boaz misses with a leg kick. #TD2#
Tattoo Guy shoots in and bounces Boaz off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Tattoo Guy tries to stand but Boaz is controlling from the bottom.
Tattoo Guy scoring with some ground and pound.
Boaz wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tattoo Guy is working Boaz over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tattoo Guy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz wants to sweep here but Tattoo Guy controlling him for the moment.
Tattoo Guy trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Tattoo Guy wanted to stand there but Boaz had control of the position.
Tattoo Guy wants to stand and escape but instead Boaz has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Tattoo Guy is retaining full guard.
Boaz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Tattoo Guy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boaz moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T2#
Boaz wants to control but Tattoo Guy is keeping him busy.
Boaz working away.
Tattoo Guy is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Tattoo Guy regains half guard.#T3#
Boaz slows the pace down in half guard.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Tattoo Guy is defending well.
Boaz is trying to control the action in half guard but Tattoo Guy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boaz trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tattoo Guy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Boaz gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Boaz seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T4#
Boaz trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a triangle but Tattoo Guy pushes his legs off easily.
Tattoo Guy throws a big right hand that misses.
Tattoo Guy landing some decent shots from guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz has a closed guard, preventing Tattoo Guy from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tattoo Guy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stupid Tattoo Guy dominated that round.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Tattoo Guy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Tattoo Guy would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tattoo Guy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tattoo Guy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Boaz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tattoo Guy passes Boaz's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Boaz actively working from the bottom here.
Tattoo Guy working Boaz over with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tattoo Guy prevents Boaz from improving his position.
Tattoo Guy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Boaz is looking to improve his position.
Tattoo Guy lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Tattoo Guy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
It looks like Tattoo Guy is going to stand back up.
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. Tattoo Guy connects with a nice short shot to Boaz's temple.
Boaz is trying to maintain the position but Tattoo Guy is very close to passing his half guard.
Tattoo Guy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Tattoo Guy wants to stand up but Boaz is controlling the position.
Tattoo Guy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Boaz's head.
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Boaz avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tattoo Guy.
Tattoo Guy working the head and body with strikes.
Boaz is looking to improve his position.
Boaz controlling the position for now.
Boaz wants to sweep but Tattoo Guy has passed to side control!
Boaz tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Tattoo Guy decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Tattoo Guy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tattoo Guy's coach down at Power Plant MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tattoo Guy's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T3#
Boaz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Boaz throws a nice outside leg kick.
Stupid Tattoo Guy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz misses with a looping left.#TD2#
Tattoo Guy fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Boaz to the ground. Tattoo Guy is now in Boaz's guard.#SUB#
Boaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tattoo Guy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boaz is trying to control the position but Tattoo Guy postures up.
Tattoo Guy with a nice head shot there.
Tattoo Guy working some strikes from top position.
Tattoo Guy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4##SUB#
Boaz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tattoo Guy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tattoo Guy looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tattoo Guy wants to stand and escape but instead Boaz has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Tattoo Guy wants to get back to his feet but Boaz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stupid Tattoo Guy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Boaz throws a body punch but Tattoo Guy moves out of range.
Tattoo Guy avoids the head kick by Boaz.
Tattoo Guy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Tattoo Guy slips the punch.
Boaz dips to his left and cracks Tattoo Guy with an uppercut!#CUT#It looks like Stupid Tattoo Guy has been cut.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tattoo Guy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boaz tries to avoid it but Tattoo Guy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boaz to the ground. Boaz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Boaz throws a body kick that misses.
Tattoo Guy defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Tattoo Guy drives through and clinches with Boaz against the cage.
#T1##BC2#
Tattoo Guy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Boaz enables Tattoo Guy to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Boaz manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Tattoo Guy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boaz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tattoo Guy has managed to get both his arms back between Boaz's legs - danger averted.
Tattoo Guy throws a big elbow that misses. #SU2#
Boaz is working an open guard so Tattoo Guy takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Tattoo Guy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Tattoo Guy wants to stand but Boaz has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Tattoo Guy cracks Boaz with a solid left hand.
Tattoo Guy trying to stand up but can't free himself from Boaz's guard.#T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boaz is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz passes Tattoo Guy's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tattoo Guy is trying to stand back up but Boaz is controlling him
Boaz is thwarting Tattoo Guy's attempts to control the position.
Tattoo Guy keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
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!
Tattoo Guy scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Boaz manages to mount him!
Tattoo Guy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T3##SUB#
Boaz goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Tattoo Guy turns into him and now he's in Boaz's guard.
Boaz has a closed guard, preventing Tattoo Guy from standing up.
Tattoo Guy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Stupid Tattoo Guy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tattoo Guy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Boaz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tattoo Guy trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Boaz tries to strike from the bottom.
#SUB#
Tattoo Guy is sitting in close to Boaz's body. Boaz has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Tattoo Guy is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Tattoo Guy is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Boaz.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 249 Blazkov vs Laine
Date: Feb 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Boaz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Traveller's head backwards.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Traveller let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Boaz gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Boaz throws a chopping leg kick but Traveller manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A jab from Traveller does it's job there.
Boaz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Boaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Traveller avoids a kick to the body.
Traveller throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Boaz stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Traveller.
Traveller fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Traveller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Traveller smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Traveller misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Traveller.
The fighters circling - Traveller throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Traveller throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Boaz on the side of the head.
Traveller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Traveller wants to land a leg kick but Boaz is out of range. #T1#
Boaz swings for the body but Traveller moves out of range.
Boaz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An inside leg kick from Boaz misses.
Traveller checks the leg kick.
Traveller misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
We've been hearing reports that Boaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Traveller has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Traveller throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boaz thuds his right hand into Traveller's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Boaz connects with a solid leg kick.
Boaz checks a leg kick.
Traveller is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Traveller is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Traveller throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Jab, jab by Boaz - just one landing.
Traveller blocks a low kick nicely.
Traveller connects with a body shot.#T2#
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Boaz.
A solid body kick from Boaz.
Boaz throws a good cross that connects.
Boaz tries to land a front kick but Traveller steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Traveller misses with a series of wild punches.
Boaz fails with the takedown.
Traveller throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Traveller throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Traveller throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body.
Traveller pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Astro Traveller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Traveller connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A solid leg kick lands there for Traveller.
Boaz throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Traveller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Traveller.
Boaz lands a head shot.
Traveller checks a leg kick nicely.
Traveller throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Traveller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Traveller moves away and avoids it.
Traveller with the inside leg kick.
Traveller just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Traveller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Traveller lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Traveller misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Boaz drops his hands momentarily and Traveller takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Traveller dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Traveller throws a sloppy body shot
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice inside leg kick there by Boaz. That's going to slow Traveller down. #T4#
Traveller throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Boaz throws a jab when Traveller was well out of range.
Boaz cracks Traveller with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Traveller throws a lazy head kick
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Traveller throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Traveller ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Traveller throws a lazy uppercut
and Boaz counters with an outside leg kick.
Boaz moves out of range as Traveller strikes.
Boaz scores with a jab. Traveller acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Boaz scores with a push kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A punch combination from Traveller misses.
Traveller tries to score with a low kick but Boaz moves his leg out of the way.
Traveller tries to score with a low kick but Boaz moves his leg out of the way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Astro Traveller will probably get the nod.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Traveller digs a good body shot into Boaz's ribs.
Some bone on bone action there as Traveller checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Good leg kick by Traveller.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Traveller moves out of range of the body kick.
Traveller thuds his right hand into Boaz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Boaz tries a low kick but Traveller avoids it.
Traveller connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Traveller.
Boaz feints and then cracks Traveller's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Traveller down.
Traveller avoids a kick to the body.
Traveller throws a nice outside leg kick.
Traveller takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Traveller moves away and avoids it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Traveller uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Traveller misses with a few strikes there.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Traveller sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boaz misses with a body shot
and Traveller counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz digs a good hook to Traveller's body.
Traveller needs to keep his hands up - Boaz had a free shot at his head there.
Traveller ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Traveller misses with a double jab.
Traveller lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Boaz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Traveller's sensitive parts.
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Traveller throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz staying out of range there.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Astro Traveller seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Traveller throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
As Traveller backs away, Boaz returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Traveller.
Boaz defending well as Traveller loads up on a big left hand.
Good exchange - Traveller coming out on top.
Boaz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T2#
Boaz moves out of range as Traveller strikes.
Boaz cracks Traveller with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Boaz - that will leave a mark!
Traveller throws a nice inside leg kick.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Traveller saw that one coming.
Traveller appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Traveller.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Boaz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Boaz.
Boaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Traveller.
Traveller scores with a body shot.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Boaz moves out of range as Traveller strikes.
Boaz ducks right into an uppercut from Traveller.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz misses with an uppercut
and Traveller counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Traveller.
Boaz quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Boaz walks into a straight right hand from Traveller.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Traveller manages to avoid it.
Traveller walks into a jab.
Boaz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
That kick from Boaz tenderised Traveller's leg. Traveller is trying to keep his angry face on.
Traveller avoids the head kick by Boaz.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Traveller misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Traveller let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Boaz lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Traveller avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Traveller takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz slips a jab and a cross from Traveller.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Traveller checks it.
Traveller thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Traveller scores with a nice strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz lands a body shot.
Traveller lands with a good body shot.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Traveller sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Traveller.
Nice body punch from Traveller.
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
Traveller lands a glancing blow to the side of Boaz's head.
Boaz is looking to slow Traveller down with leg kicks.
Traveller keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Traveller on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Traveller.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Traveller ducks down to avoid it.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
Traveller keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz looks for the body kick but Traveller saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Astro Traveller will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
That kick from Boaz tenderised Traveller's leg. Traveller is trying to keep his angry face on.
Traveller lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Boaz at a distance.
Boaz scores with a decent looking hook.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Boaz works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Traveller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Traveller flicks out a counter leg kick but Boaz steps away.
Traveller's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Traveller throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz tried to counter with a leg kick but Traveller avoided it.
Traveller lands with a good body shot.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Traveller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Traveller with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Boaz catches Traveller with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Traveller keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Boaz slips a straight right by Traveller.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz fakes the leg kick and cracks Traveller in the body.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Traveller throws out the jab.
Boaz tries to work over Traveller's front leg with a kick but Traveller checks it.
Traveller avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Traveller misses with a double jab.
Traveller on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Boaz scores with a nice strike.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Boaz throws an off balance right hand
and Traveller counters with an inside leg kick.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Traveller digs a good hook to Boaz's body.
Traveller blocks a jab.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Traveller. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Traveller's sensitive parts.
Traveller avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Traveller connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T2#
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!
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Traveller.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Traveller slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Traveller counter with a right hand.
Traveller cracks Boaz with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Traveller is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Traveller slips under a jab.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Boaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Traveller stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boaz misses the jab.
Boaz looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Traveller is fending him off so far but Boaz persists. Nope, Traveller circles away and we're back to standing.
Boaz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Traveller can pounce on him.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Traveller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Some bone on bone action there as Boaz checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Traveller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Traveller on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Boaz. Boaz obviously looking to wear him down.
#T3#
Traveller connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Traveller throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Traveller slips under a jab from Boaz.
Traveller throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Traveller blocks the body kick.
Traveller slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz misses with a left hand
and Traveller counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Traveller on the side of the head.
Boaz has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Traveller lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Boaz backs up against the cage.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Traveller now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Traveller connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Traveller scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T4#
Traveller scores with a punch to the head.
Good leg kick by Traveller.
Boaz fails with the takedown
and Traveller cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Traveller slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz slips a jab from Traveller.
Traveller scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Traveller works the jab nicely.
Boaz walks into a stiff left hand from Traveller.
Boaz dodges the punch combination from Traveller.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Traveller throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Boaz misses with a hook.
Traveller's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Traveller duly obliges.
And that's the end of the fight!
Astro Traveller comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Traveller 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Astro Traveller!
Astro Traveller bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 243 Blazkov vs Lach
Date: Jan 31, 2021 |
#R1#
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Kubota throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Kubota lands a head kick. Boaz smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Boaz throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
We've been hearing reports that Boaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Boaz lands a leg kick that knocks Kubota off balance momentarily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kubota in his tracks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Boaz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boaz there as he acknowledges the shot.
Boaz lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
Kubota on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Kubota has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Boaz.
Crunch! Kubota slams his shin into Boaz's torso.
Kubota scores with a hook.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circle momentarily. Boaz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boaz thumps Kubota with a low kick.
A left lands for Boaz.
Boaz lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kubota takes a step back to recover.
Boaz moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Boaz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kubota avoids it.
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
#T2#
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Boaz on the side of the head.
Boaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz wants to slow Kubota down by chopping away at his legs.
Kubota takes one to the chin there.
Jab by Kubota.
Boaz tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
Good work by Kubota as he checks the leg kick.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz misses with a body kick.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Kubota sizes up Boaz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Kubota is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Boaz had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kubota slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.#T3##TD#
Boaz shoots in and bounces Kubota off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kubota wants to stand up but Boaz is controlling him.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Kubota is retaining full guard.
Kubota is looking to stand up but Boaz isn't so interested in that idea.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kubota is keeping the position for now.
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Boaz stops Kubota from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Kubota has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Boaz is on him like a limpet, forcing Kubota back against the cage.#TD#
Boaz gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Kubota is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz is working hard here to advance position.
Kubota is trying to stand.
Boaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz uses his free foot to push down on Kubota's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kubota.
Boaz mounts Kubota! Really nice guard pass there!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Good shot there by Boaz.
Kubota swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz cracks Kubota with an open hand slap.
Kubota swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Boaz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kubota just manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kubota lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Boaz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boaz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Boaz throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Boaz's body. Boaz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
A big right from Kubota misses.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Boaz's belly button to the back.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Kubota slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota walks into a jab.
Boaz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boaz is looking to chop away at Kubota's legs. #T2##TD#
Boaz fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kubota to the ground. Boaz is now in Kubota's guard.
Boaz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Kubota is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kubota is pushing Boaz's head away, looking to escape. Boaz manages to hold on to the position though.
Kubota tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Kubota tries to buck Boaz off but he can't manage it.
Kubota is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Boaz has taken his back.
Kubota is trying to get back to his feet but Boaz has full control of the position and if anything, Kubota has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T3##SUB#
Boaz is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Kubota is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wamberto Boaz!
An out of breath Wamberto Boaz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 235 Duranto vs Graves
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Jain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz misses with a left hand
and Jain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jain digs a good hook to Boaz's body.
Jain scores with a nice strike.
Jain fails with the takedown
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jain scores with a jab to the head.
Boaz scores with a body shot.
Boaz defending well as Jain loads up on a big left hand.
Jain lands with a cross.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
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!
Boaz lands a lovely overhand right.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jain napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Boaz staying calm.#T1##SUB#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jain tries to buck Boaz off but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz working away.
The referee asks Boaz politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Boaz prefers to stall for the moment though.
Jain is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boaz's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jain is trying to get back to full guard.
Boaz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Jain is defending the position.
Jain manages to get to full guard.
Boaz showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Boaz pushes down on Jain's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Jain is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jain is trying to control but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz passes to side control.
Jain is not content to let Boaz control the position.
A control attempt from Jain but he's now mounted!#T4#
Jain stops Boaz from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Jain sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Jain controlling the position for now.
Jain manages to get to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Boaz fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jain checks it well.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jain misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jain with a jab.
Jain misses with a straight right.
Moganesh Jain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
A punch combination from Boaz misses.
Boaz lands with a nice body kick.
Boaz connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz dives in for a single leg takedown but Jain sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Boaz scores with a shot to the side of Jain's head.
Boaz lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Jain fails to land.
Jain tries a body shot but Boaz blocks it.
Jain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jain creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
A short body shot lands from Boaz as the two fighters clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jain lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jain lands with a light punch inside.
Jain has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Jain has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Jain blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Jain misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Jain controls his hands.
Jain softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jain's elbow.
Jain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boaz pushes Jain back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jain stops a takedown attempt from Boaz.
Jain is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jain misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land. #T2#
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Boaz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jain backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz scores with a shot to the side of Jain's head.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Jain controls the action.
Jain blocks an uppercut.
Boaz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Jain.
Boaz misses with a body punch.
Boaz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jain tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short left from Boaz.
Boaz lands a shot to the body.
Jain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jain lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Boaz.
Boaz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jain tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jain misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
Boaz lands a right hand.
Jain lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jain goes for a takedown attempt but Boaz pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Wamberto Boaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Moganesh Jain.
Jain lands a body shot.
Moganesh Jain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jain with a nice cross.#TD2#
Jain closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Jain laying and praying for a moment but Boaz takes advantage and regains half guard.
Jain trying to control the action but Boaz is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Jain is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T4#
Boaz is looking to improve his position.
Boaz is staying active underneath Jain, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boaz is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jain's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jain's back!
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!
Boaz is trying to stick to Jain's back but Jain is turning into Boaz. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Boaz's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Jain.
Boaz trying to keep a closed guard but Jain is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Boaz looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Jain is defending well. Boaz quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Jain has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Boaz celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Wamberto Boaz!
A relieved looking Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 229 Golovkin vs Joy
Date: Dec 05, 2020 |
#R1#
Lę is looking to score with low kicks.
Lę takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lę looks to clinch
and Lę takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lę.
Boaz fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lę is out of range.
Boaz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lę is looking to counter punch.
Boaz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lę pinned against the cage. Lę gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Lę throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz misses the jab.
Lę dips to his left and cracks Boaz with an uppercut!
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lę feints a jab promting Boaz to slip. Lę then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Boaz slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Lę misses the target.
Boaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lę.
Boaz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Boaz throws an off balance right hand
and Lę counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A low kick from Boaz misses
and Lę cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Lę misses with a lunging right hand
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lę throws an off balance right hand
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lę.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lę looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lę chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Boaz can pounce on him.
Lę throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Lę throws a body shot but no joy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boaz! But no joy.
Lę avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Good work by Lę as he checks the leg kick.
Lę takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Boaz.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz trying to control the position but Lę is working away. #T2#
Lę stops Boaz from passing to mount.
The referee asks Boaz politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Boaz prefers to stall for the moment though.
Boaz tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lę has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lę knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3##SUB2#
Boaz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lę, who protects the arm well.
Boaz wants to control but Lę is keeping him busy.
Boaz sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Lę is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Boaz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Lę rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Boaz's guard! Nice work there by Lę! #T4##SUB2#
Boaz has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Lę 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 Boaz.
Boaz is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boaz gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lę seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boaz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lę stalling.
Boaz is positioning himself well to prevent Lę advancing to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Boaz misses with a body kick.
Quân Lę has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big right from Lę misses.
Lę misses with a low kick.
A lazy body kick from Boaz
and Lę counters with a stiff right hand.
Sloppy strikes from Boaz. Those never looked like landing.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lę misses the jab.
Lę misses with a hook
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lę throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Lę.
Lę swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Lę.
Boaz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lę scores with a spinning back kick!
Lę avoids a kick to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lę lunges at Boaz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Boaz's hand.
Lę connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lę moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lę.#T1#
Boaz throws a hook but Lę blocks it.
Boaz punishes Lę's body with a nice straight punch.
Quân Lę is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lę throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz misses with a body kick.
Lę swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from Lę misses.
Lę slips a straight right by Boaz.
Lę delivers a nice body kick.
Boaz connects with a right hand. Lę shakes it off.
Lę connects with a jab.
Lę displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Boaz throws a solid leg kick but Lę takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Boaz.
A little feinted left hand from Lę on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lę tries to clinch there but Boaz circles away.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Lę saw that one coming.
Boaz throws a body kick that misses.
Jab from Boaz.
Boaz does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A jab from Lę finds it's way through Boaz's defenses. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz lands a right hook to the body.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Boaz.
Boaz tries a low kick but Lę avoids it.
Lę misses with a low kick.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Lę avoids it with no problem.
Lę lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts.
Boaz throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Lę slips a jab from Boaz.
Lę throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lę checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Lę.
Lę avoids a kick to the body.
Boaz lands with an uppercut that bounces Lę off the cage and back into range.
Lę takes one to the chin there.#CL#
Lę gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lę misses with a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Lę.
Lę lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
Boaz swings wildly with an uppercut but Lę uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lę.
Lę lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Lę breaks from the clinch.
Lę paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lę fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boaz throws a quick inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Lę.
Boaz takes a swing at Lę's ribcage but misses.
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Boaz sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Boaz scores with a nice strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lę connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
Lę rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Lę does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz takes a swing at Lę's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Lę throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Boaz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lę looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Boaz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boaz with a nice calf kick.
Boaz swings for the body but Lę moves out of range.
Boaz tries to clinch up.
Lę misses with a body shot.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Boaz throws a body kick that misses.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boaz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Boaz lands a leg kick that knocks Lę off balance momentarily.
Boaz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lę counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lę ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lę gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lę checks a low kick from Boaz.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lę throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Quân Lę will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lę's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lę gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lę tries to clinch up.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Boaz.
Boaz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Boaz wants to land a leg kick but Lę is out of range.
Boaz is looking to clinch but Lę is avoiding it.
Lę takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lę ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lę misses with an attempted mid kick.
Boaz lands with a kick to the ribs.
Boaz lands with an overhand left.
Lę throws a sloppy body shot
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lę doesn't seem bothered though.
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!
Boaz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Boaz throws a shot to the body.
Lę on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Boaz cracks Lę with a good jab.#T1#
Lę lands a nice hook to Boaz's body. Boaz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Boaz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Both fighters circling a little - Lę finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Boaz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lę waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lę throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Lę fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lę swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lę ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Lę jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lę misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lę throws a lazy uppercut
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lę misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lę is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
Lę swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boaz.
Lę misses with a lunging right hand
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Boaz.
Boaz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Boaz.
Lę swats away the attempt to clinch by Boaz.
Boaz lands with an overhand left.
Lę throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Lę jabs Boaz right on the nose. Boaz blinks but takes it well.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Lę closes the distance and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lę.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lę's elbow.
Lę scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Lę controls his hands.
Lę tries a body shot but Boaz blocks it.
Lę swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lę.
Lę tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
Lę swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lę misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lęs head.
Lę prevents a body shot from Boaz.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Lę misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lę blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lę can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
Lę throws a head punch that misses.
Lę tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lę misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
Boaz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Quân Lę has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Lę controls the action.
Boaz tries for a takedown but Lę manages to get underhooks.
Boaz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Boaz scores with a shoulder strike.
Lę is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lę lands a shot to the body.
Lę misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lę goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lę lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Lę swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lę throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
Lę tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz is trying to drag Lę to the mat but Lę just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Lę working aggressively here.
Lę throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Wamberto Boaz!
A relieved looking Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 222 Arundel vs Mfer
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fighters circling - Tattoo Guy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tattoo Guy checks a leg kick.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tattoo Guy.
Boaz now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tattoo Guy looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Tattoo Guy counters with a nice uppercut.
Tattoo Guy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tattoo Guy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tattoo Guy misses with a hook.
Tattoo Guy throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Tattoo Guy misses with a wild body shot.
Tattoo Guy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Boaz circles away quickly and effectively.#TD2#
Tattoo Guy gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Boaz to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Boaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Boaz looking to improve position, pressing down on Tattoo Guy's thigh with his hand. Tattoo Guy seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Boaz paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Boaz's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Tattoo Guy picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Stupid Tattoo Guy!
Stupid Tattoo Guy spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 215.5 Arundel vs Wild
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boaz's corner calls for a 1-2. Boaz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Aiken tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Boaz is able to avoid easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aiken. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aiken throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Aiken with a nice calf kick.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Aiken.
Aiken lands with a good body shot.
Aiken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Aiken avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Aiken flicks out a counter leg kick but Boaz steps away.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Aiken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice shot by Aiken.
Aiken pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz scores with a head kick.
Aiken lands with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz lands a slapping body shot.
Aiken fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Aiken takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
Boaz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boaz throws a front kick aimed at Aiken's knee but Aiken avoids it well.
Boaz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Midick Aiken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aiken jabs at Boaz's body.
Boaz has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Aiken takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Aiken has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Boaz sizes up Aiken with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Boaz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Aiken throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aiken slips a straight right by Boaz.
Aiken throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Boaz.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz jabs at Aiken's body.
Boaz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
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!
A low kick from Aiken is predictable there
and Boaz counters with a leg kick.
Aiken misses with a wild body shot.
Aiken misses with a low kick.
Boaz wants to clinch up but Aiken keeps it at a distance.
Midick Aiken is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aiken moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Aiken swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
Aiken moves out of range as Boaz throws a body kick.
Aiken throws a half hearted mid kick.
Aiken lands a two punch combo.
Boaz misses the jab.
Aiken scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Aiken throws a front kick aimed at Boaz's knee but Boaz avoids it well.
Aiken misses with a looping left.
Aiken checks a leg kick.
Aiken avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Boaz throws a half hearted mid kick.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aiken slips a jab from Boaz.
Aiken swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Aiken misses with a left hand
and Boaz counters with a leg kick.
Aiken connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Aiken misses the shot to the body.
Aiken dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Boaz. That did some damage!
Boaz moves out of range as Aiken throws a body kick.
Boaz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Aiken moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3#
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Aiken.
A nice inside leg kick there by Boaz. That's going to slow Aiken down.
Aiken moves out of range of the body kick.
Aiken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aiken throws out a leg kick but Boaz moves out of range and Aiken only half commits.
Aiken throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Boaz slips under a jab from Aiken.
Aiken tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Aiken scores with a body shot.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aiken.
Boaz with a hook.
Aiken tries a head kick but it misses.
Aiken blocks the body kick.
Boaz checks a leg kick.
Aiken lands a slapping body shot.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aiken swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Aiken moves out of range of the strikes.
Aiken now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Aiken throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Boaz feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz cracks Aiken with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz checks a low kick from Aiken.
Aiken scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Aiken shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Aiken misses with a low kick.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Aiken throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Boaz walks forward, straight into a front kick from Aiken.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aiken. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Boaz scores with a takedown into Aiken's guard.
Boaz's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boaz stopping the sweep attempt from Aiken.
Boaz prevents Aiken from getting back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aiken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aiken is trying to keep Boaz in close.
Aiken keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Midick Aiken dominated that round.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Boaz looks to land a combination but Aiken avoids it well.
Midick Aiken seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Aiken does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aiken. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aiken throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Aiken tries to land a leg kick but Boaz saw it coming and moves away.
Aiken lands a jab to Boaz's midsection.
Aiken scores with a jab to the body.
Aiken staying out of range there.
Boaz shoots in but Aiken avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A nice side step and Aiken releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Aiken scores with a leg kick.
Aiken takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz swings for the body but Aiken moves out of range.
Boaz is looking to chop away at Aiken's legs.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Aiken jabs Boaz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Aiken throws a push kick but Boaz slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Boaz blocks a head kick by Aiken.
Aiken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
Boaz throws a body punch but Aiken moves out of range.
Boaz slips under a jab from Aiken.
Aiken throws a front kick aimed at Boaz's knee but Boaz avoids it well.
Aiken throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Boaz counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES2#
Aiken has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Boaz is on him like a limpet, forcing Aiken back against the cage.
Boaz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aiken digs a right hand into Boaz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Boaz's gas tank.
Aiken lands a hook to the side of the head.
Aiken misses with a punch on the inside.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aiken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boaz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Aiken lands a body punch in the clinch.
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Aiken controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Boaz. #T2#
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Aiken controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Boaz - that landed with a thud.
Aiken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aiken lands with a left to the head.
Boaz pushes Aiken back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz lands with a right to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Boaz.
Aiken lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Aiken blocking some punches.
Aiken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aiken blocks an uppercut.
Aiken tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Aiken tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aiken tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz can't get the takedown.
Wamberto Boaz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Boaz tries to score a body lock takedown but Aiken shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
A short left from Aiken.
Aiken throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
Aiken works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Aiken lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Aiken tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Aiken is fighting off a takedown attempt but Boaz is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Aiken to the mat. Aiken regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Aiken keeps moving.
Aiken looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Aiken is still trying to improve position.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Aiken keeps moving.
Aiken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Boaz sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aiken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aiken keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Boaz won't allow Aiken to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boaz moves out of range of the leg kick from Aiken.
Aiken looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Aiken takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz lands a leg kick that knocks Aiken off balance momentarily.
Aiken fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Boaz misses with a leg kick.
Aiken throws a low kick but it's checked well by Boaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Midick Aiken will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Aiken connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Aiken throws a shot to the body.
Aiken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Aiken checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Aiken throws a leg kick which misses Boaz's front leg but catches the back leg as Boaz tries to avoid it.
Boaz avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Aiken tests Boaz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Aiken.
Aiken's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boaz swinging wildly here.
Aiken only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Aiken walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Boaz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Aiken misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aiken connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Boaz drops his hands momentarily and Aiken takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Aiken.
Boaz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Aiken pinned against the cage. Aiken gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aiken manages to avoid it.
Aiken only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Aiken lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Aiken takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Boaz stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Aiken misses with a body shot.
Aiken fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Boaz checks it well.
Boaz throws a low kick, looking for Aiken's leg but Aiken calmly moves out of range.
Aiken fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Aiken. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Aiken misses with a hook.
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Boaz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Aiken's waist but Aiken gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Boaz off to one side.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aiken is looking to slow Boaz down with leg kicks.
Aiken throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aiken's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boaz under the eye.
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!
Boaz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Aiken.
Boaz slips a jab from Aiken.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Aiken scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aiken loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Aiken misses with a straight left.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD#
Boaz is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Aiken's half guard.
Aiken scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Boaz manages to mount him!
You get the feeling that Aiken really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Boaz landing strikes from the mount and Aiken is in trouble!
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Aiken is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Boaz looking to control but Aiken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Midick Aiken is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Aiken wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Aiken is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Boaz is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Aiken is surviving well by controlling Boaz's body position as best he can.
Boaz controlling the pace for now.
Aiken is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Boaz wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Aiken is looking to improve his position but Boaz isn't that keen on the idea.
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boaz looking to control but Aiken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Midick Aiken comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Aiken winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Midick Aiken!
During a confident post fight interview, Midick Aiken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 209 Bennett vs JVB
Date: Sep 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boaz avoids the body shot from Verygood.
Verygood throws a nice inside leg kick.
Verygood attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Verygood slips the punch.
Boaz defending well as Verygood loads up on a big left hand.
Verygood rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Boaz scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body.
Verygood doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Boaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Verygood.
Verygood misses with a straight right.
Verygood throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Verygood displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Verygood connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The fighters circle momentarily. Boaz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
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!
Verygood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Verygood lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts.
Verygood lands with a good body shot.
Verygood lands a jab.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Verygood swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kurt Verygood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Verygood looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Verygood moves out of range of the body kick from Boaz.
Verygood has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Boaz.
Verygood connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Verygood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Verygood lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Verygood's guard.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Verygood keeps moving.
Boaz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boaz forces his way into half guard.
Boaz is keen to just control but Verygood is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Verygood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boaz pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Boaz is thwarting Verygood's attempts to control the position.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verygood keeps working.
Verygood wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy.
Verygood wants to get back to full guard.
Boaz passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Verygood!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Verygood is looking to escape.
Boaz wants to take Verygood's back here but Verygood is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Boaz is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Boaz is working for a guillotine from mount but Verygood frees his head quite easily.
Verygood tries to hold on but Boaz postures up.
Verygood tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boaz controlling the pace for now.
Boaz with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T4##SUB#
Boaz is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Boaz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 205 Bennett vs Parade
Date: Sep 06, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dong has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Boaz.
Boaz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dong manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dong goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Yung Hung Dong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz throws a hook but Dong avoids it easily.
Dong appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A head kick misses from Boaz.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Dong ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dong throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dong slips under a jab.
Dong slaps away a takedown attempt from Boaz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dong swinging wildly here.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Dong throws a head kick that misses.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Dong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dong to score with a decent uppercut.
Dong scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dong throws a leg kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dong misses with a body kick.
Dong lands with a kick to the ribs.
Boaz tries to clinch but Dong is having none of it.
Boaz tries a low kick but Dong avoids it.
Dong scores with a jab. Boaz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dong works Boaz's body with a nice hook.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Dong saw that one coming.
Dong throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Boaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dong looks for the body kick but Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz with a nice cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A low kick from Dong misses #TD#
and Boaz counters with a shoot takedown. Dong fights it but they end up in guard.
Dong keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #T2#
Dong trying to control the position.
Dong keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Boaz stays in close to Dong's body and controls the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Dong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Boaz throws a low kick but Dong avoids it.
Dong only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Dong circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boaz throws a hook but Dong blocks it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Boaz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Boaz backing away here, and Dong unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Boaz lands with a nice body kick.
Dong throws a body shot but no joy.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Dong.
Dong scores with a body shot.
Boaz misses with an uppercut
enabling Dong to counter with a crisp jab.
Dong looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Dong looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dong staying out of range there.
Dong follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Dong is just out of range.
Dong misses the jab.
Nice defenses there by Dong.#T4#
Dong tries to work over Boaz's front leg with a kick but Boaz checks it.
Yung Hung Dong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dong throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Boaz is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dong's half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dong doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boaz.
Dong has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura but Dong is defending well.
Dong is trying to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Yung Hung Dong will probably get the nod.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nice body kick there by Dong.
Nice straight punches there by Boaz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Boaz.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Dong is out of range.
Dong throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dong lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Boaz. That snapped Dong's head back.
Dong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Boaz throws a series of strikes that have Dong backpedaling.
Dong misses with a low kick.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Dong moved out of range.
Boaz misses with a leg kick
and Dong counters with a good, hard body kick but Boaz shrugs it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dong takes one on the button.
Dong pushes Boaz away with a front kick.
Dong lands a glancing blow to the side of Boaz's head.
Dong works the jab nicely.
Dong lands a leg kick that knocks Boaz off balance momentarily.
Dong looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dong lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Boaz circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Dong avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A shot to the liver by Dong. Beautiful body shot.
Dong misses with the body kick
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Dong bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dong manages to avoid it.
Dong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD#
Boaz dives in and scores a takedown into Dong's guard.
Dong is adopting a defensive guard.
Dong keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Boaz passes into half guard. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dong is refusing to be controlled, as Boaz sits in half guard.
Dong is trying is best to control the position here.
Dong wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Dong defends the submission attempt.
Boaz is trying to control the action in half guard but Dong is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Boaz trying to advance position but Dong counters by regaining guard.
Dong keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Boaz sitting in guard here, content to control.
Dong is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Dong's shoulder, as Dong tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dong.
Boaz throws a leg kick that misses.
Dong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Boaz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4#
Boaz misses with the combination.
Dong throws a body kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dong lands a right hook to the body.
Boaz lands a body shot.
Jab by Boaz.
Dong lands a nice shot to the body.
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!
Dong is looking to score with low kicks.
Boaz thinks about countering with a body kick.
Boaz thuds his right hand into Dong's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD#
Boaz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dong is trying to defend but Boaz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Boaz is pressing down on Dong's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dong is holding on for now.
Dong is not content to let Boaz control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A combination from Boaz does no damage.
Dong displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Boaz.
Yung Hung Dong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dong.
Dong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz checks a low kick from Dong.
Boaz drops his hands momentarily and Dong takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Boaz throws the left hand but Dong avoids the punch easily.
Dong fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dong misses with a kick to the body
and Boaz counters with a thumping low kick. #TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Boaz was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Boaz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dong is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dong keeps working. #T1#
Boaz in the domination position with Dong hanging on.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dong keeps working.
Boaz advances to full mount.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dong is looking to escape.
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dong is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dong can't escape the position.
Boaz controlling the position easily from mount.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Dong is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Dong is trying to escape the mount.
Boaz wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Dong tries to reverse the position but Boaz maintains control.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dong is looking to escape.
Boaz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dong is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Boaz 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.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dong prevents Boaz from taking his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
A relieved looking Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 197 Poli vs Trudeau
Date: Aug 09, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nordskov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nordskov moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Boaz throws a hook but Nordskov avoids it easily.
Nordskov missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Boaz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nordskov.
Boaz misses with a body kick.
Boaz misses with a leg kick.
Nordskov misses with a looping right.
Nordskov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Boaz is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Nordskov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab. #TD#
Boaz closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nordskov's guard.
Nordskov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Nordskov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Boaz trying to control the position.
#T1#
Boaz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nordskov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Boaz, not yet.
Boaz seems keen to control Nordskov's posture.
Nordskov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nordskov postures up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Nordskov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Nordskov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz slips a jab from Nordskov.
A low kick lands for Boaz.
Boaz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3#
Boaz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nordskov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nordskov. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nordskov connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2#
Nordskov drives through and clinches with Boaz against the cage.
Good body shot from Nordskov.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nordskov's elbow.
Nordskov lands with a right to the head.
Nordskov lands a hook that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
#BC#
Boaz breaks the clinch.
Nordskov slips under a jab.
Nordskov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nordskov thuds a left hand into Boaz's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz scores with a sloppy right hand. Nordskov should have avoided that one.
Boaz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nordskov moves away.
Boaz blocks the body kick.
Nordskov misses with a looping left.#T4#
Nordskov stuns Boaz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nordskov ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Nordskov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boaz with a body shot.
Nordskov misses with a body kick. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Nordskov.
Nordskov swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz prevents a body shot from Nordskov.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Nordskov controls the action.
#BC#
Boaz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A telegraphed right hand from Nordskov misses the target.
Nordskov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Boaz backs up against the cage.
Nordskov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz lands a really nice looking cross but Nordskov seems unphased.
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
A head kick misses from Nordskov.
Good shot there by Nordskov.
Boaz misses with a double jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mads Nordskov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Boaz punishes Nordskov's body with a nice straight punch.
Boaz blocks a head kick by Nordskov.
Nordskov slaps away a takedown attempt from Boaz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nordskov just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Boaz misses its target.
Nordskov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Boaz misses with a jab, cross combination.
Boaz fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nordskov is out of range.
Boaz connects with a body shot that sends Nordskov's belly button to the back.
Nordskov looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Nordskov is out of range.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Nordskov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nordskov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Nordskov darts in trying to clinch
enabling Boaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Nordskov slips the punch.#T1#
Nordskov staying out of range there.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Boaz trying to advance position but Nordskov counters by regaining guard.
Boaz trying to control but Nordskov is working from the bottom.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Nordskov is retaining full guard.
Nordskov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Nordskov won't allow Boaz to pass to mount. #T2#
Boaz is looking to pass Nordskov's guard but actually Nordskov recovers to full guard.
Nordskov 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.
Nordskov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Boaz puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Boaz wants to control but Nordskov is keeping him busy.
Boaz throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Boaz tries to pass to full mount but Nordskov defends it.
Nordskov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Nordskov keeps moving.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nordskov is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nordskov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Nordskov misses with a looping left.
Boaz looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Nordskov.
Nordskov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Boaz.
Nordskov tries to clinch up.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Nordskov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boaz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nordskov's head.
Mads Nordskov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nordskov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz slips a jab from Nordskov.
Boaz half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nordskov moves in looking to clinch but Boaz pushes him off.
Boaz tries a head kick but it misses.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Nordskov ducks down to avoid it.
Nordskov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nordskov tries to land a front kick but Boaz steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Boaz checks a leg kick.
Nordskov connects with the punch.
Nordskov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nordskov just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Nordskov throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Nordskov throws an off balance right hand
and Boaz counters with a nice body shot.
Nordskov works the jab nicely.
Nordskov is looking to land body kicks.
Boaz attempts a counter takedown but Nordskov avoids it well and moves away.
Nordskov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Nordskov.
Nordskov throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Boaz digs a good hook to Nordskov's body.
Boaz scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nordskov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Boaz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Nordskov.
A shot to the liver by Nordskov. Beautiful body shot.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Mads Nordskov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nordskov misses with an uppercut.
Nordskov throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Boaz throws a solid leg kick but Nordskov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Boaz.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Nordskov misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Nordskov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nordskov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nordskov scrambles back to his feet.
Boaz throws a body punch but Nordskov moves out of range.
Boaz throws a nice inside leg kick.
Boaz lands a nice looking kick to the body. Nordskov takes a step back to recover.
Boaz misses with a body kick.
Boaz looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nordskov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Boaz moves out of range as Nordskov throws a body kick.
Boaz cracks Nordskov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Boaz sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nordskov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mads Nordskov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nordskov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Boaz will feel that in the morning.
Nordskov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nordskov is fending him off so far but Boaz persists. Nope, Nordskov circles away and we're back to standing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nordskov lands a jab to the head.
A shot to the liver by Boaz. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Nordskov slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Nordskov takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Nordskov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Boaz checks it well.
Nordskov looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Nordskov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Boaz throws a chopping leg kick but Nordskov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Boaz steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Nordskov. That one must have hurt.
Nordskov throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Nordskov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#TD#
Boaz gets a double leg takedown into Nordskov's guard.
Nordskov keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Boaz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nordskov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boaz trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Nordskov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T3#
Boaz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nordskov is one step ahead there.
Boaz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boaz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nordskov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Nordskov keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Nordskov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nordskov keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz trying to control but Nordskov is working from the bottom.
Nordskov keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Nordskov keeps moving.
Boaz is looking to pass into half guard but Nordskov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Nordskov is in guard.#REVB#
Wamberto Boaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mads Nordskov.
I think Nordskov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mads Nordskov!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Mads Nordskov waved his t-shirt featuring Aspire Clothing's logo in front of the cameras. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 191 Asham vs Smith
Date: Jul 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boaz looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kubota clobbers Boaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boaz slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Good shot there by Kubota.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota catches Boaz with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota moves away from the strike by Boaz.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kubota napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES2#
Kubota bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
#T1#
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Boaz throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Boaz works Kubota's body with a nice hook.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a jab to the body
and Boaz counters with a one-two to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota misses with a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota staying out of range there.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
Boaz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Boaz shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kubota manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kubota wants to stand but Boaz is controlling the position. #ES2#
Kubota has his feet on Boaz's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Kubota checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota throws a push kick but Boaz slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kubota looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
Boaz is looking to advance position but Kubota won't allow it. #T3#
Boaz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kubota 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.
Kubota is looking to escape.
Boaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kubota is in trouble now - Boaz has advanced to mount!
Kubota's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Boaz looking to control but Kubota is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kubota tries to buck Boaz off but he can't manage it. #T4#
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kubota is looking to escape.
Kubota is trying to stand.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boaz controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kubota trying desperately to get to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Boaz controlling from the full mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Boaz looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota punishes Boaz's body with a nice straight punch.
Boaz scores with a spinning back kick!
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice shot lands for Boaz.
Boaz cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Boaz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boaz misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Boaz is looking to land body kicks.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Boaz throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and Boaz only half commits.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Boaz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Boaz takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
A shot to the liver by Boaz. Beautiful body shot.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Boaz's leg but Boaz calmly moves out of range.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz scores with a decent looking hook.
Boaz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota motions for Boaz to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jab from Boaz.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz blocks a jab.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
A big left from Kubota misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Boaz misses the jab.
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kubota takes one to the side of the head.
#T3#
Boaz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz feinted with a counter takedown.
Boaz scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Boaz with a jab.
Boaz lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
Nice body kick from Kubota.
Boaz tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A head kick from Kubota lands but Boaz takes it in his stride.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Kubota defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota. #CL#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Boaz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Boaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Boaz swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Boaz jumps back.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Decent striking displayed by Boaz there.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Boaz slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Boaz tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Kubota punishes Boaz's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota walks into a left hand. #T1#
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Boaz wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Boaz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boaz shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Boaz takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kubota motions for Boaz to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota misses the jab.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Boaz staying out of range there.
Boaz lands with a right hand.
Boaz takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Boaz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota digs a good hook to Boaz's body.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
Boaz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Boaz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Boaz takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A leg kick checked by Boaz.
A nice inside leg kick there by Boaz. That's going to slow Kubota down.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kubota with a hook.
Kubota lands with a good body shot.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Boaz on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Boaz's ribs.
Boaz swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz misses with a head kick.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz tried to counter with a leg kick but Kubota avoided it.
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz throws a body kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boaz walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Boaz.
Kubota misses with a straight right. #T4#
Kubota looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
Kubota with a jab.
Boaz fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice uppercut there from Kubota.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz throws a body kick that misses.
Boaz throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Boaz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boaz there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Boaz in the body.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Boaz's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kubota has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw! |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 186 Krison vs Coker
Date: Jun 21, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tanaka getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tanaka.
Tanaka looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz lands a leg kick that knocks Tanaka off balance momentarily.
Tanaka checks a low kick from Boaz.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Boaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tanaka takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL#
Boaz clinches up with Tanaka and pushes him back against the cage.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz blocking some punches.
#TD#
Boaz lands a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz passes Tanaka's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boaz prevents Tanaka from improving his position.
Boaz stalling.
Tanaka 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.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Tanaka is defending well. #T1#
Tanaka regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Tanaka looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tanaka 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.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Tanaka is retaining full guard.
Boaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tanaka working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Tanaka is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boaz is aware though and is defending well.
Tanaka can't keep his opponent in guard - Boaz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Tanaka manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Tanaka is having none of it. #SUB2#
Tanaka looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz is looking to advance position but Tanaka won't allow it.
Tanaka is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3#
Tanaka manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Tanaka is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tanaka is trying to keep Boaz in close.
Boaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boaz forces his way into half guard.
Tanaka is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tanaka makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tanaka.#T4#
Boaz advances position into side control!
Boaz trying to control the position but Tanaka is working away.
Boaz tries to advance to mount but Tanaka denies him.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tanaka keeps working.
Tanaka is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Tanaka works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boaz won't allow Tanaka to sweep him here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz stands and throws Tanaka's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tanaka tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tanaka in his tracks.
Boaz tries to land a leg kick but Tanaka saw it coming and moves away.
Boaz tries to score with a low kick but Tanaka moves his leg out of the way.#CL#
Boaz has closed the distance and engaged Tanaka in a clinch.
Boaz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tanaka's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Boaz tries to work over Tanaka's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tanaka jumps guard but Boaz stands there with Tanaka around his waist. Tanaka gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Boaz tries to work over Tanaka's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tanaka stops a takedown attempt from Boaz.
Tanaka lands a right hand that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Tanaka.
Boaz wants a takedown.
A shot in the inside from Tanaka.
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tanaka blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Tanaka taking a breather.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Still in the clinch, Boaz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tanaka gets through Boaz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Boaz lands a nice uppercut.
Tanaka fails to pull guard.
Tanaka has Boaz pressed against the cage, preventing Boaz from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Boaz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tanaka prevents a body shot from Boaz.
Tanaka throws an elbow that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tanaka.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tanaka is trying to maintain a safe position but Boaz gets an underhook and turns Tanaka into the cage.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tanaka's elbow.
Tanaka looking to slow down the pace here.
A left hand lands to the body for Tanaka.
Boaz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tanaka has Boaz pressed against the cage.
#T2#
Tanaka trying to control the position but instead, Boaz has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tanaka into the cage.
Boaz wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tanaka misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD2#
Tanaka pulls guard.
Tanaka lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tanaka looking to pass the guard.
Tanaka chips away with some ground and pound.
Boaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Boaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boaz trying to keep a closed guard but Tanaka is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Tanaka throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Boaz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Boaz wants to hit a sweep here but Tanaka passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Boaz there!
Boaz regains half guard.
Boaz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tanaka pushes down on Boaz's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boaz regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boaz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tanaka manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T4#
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Tanaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tanaka tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Tanaka is looking for a triangle but Boaz pushes his legs off easily.
Boaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tanaka swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Tanaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tanaka's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Tanaka with a jab.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Tanaka saw that one coming.
Tanaka throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Tanaka looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz tries to land a front kick but Tanaka steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Tanaka lands with a straight right. Boaz didn't see that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Tanaka.
Tanaka closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Boaz tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tanaka misses with a straight left.
Tanaka connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD2#
Tanaka drives through with a takedown into Boaz's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Boaz seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz is controlling Tanaka's posture.#SUB#
Boaz is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tanaka is aware though and is defending well.
Tanaka stopping the sweep attempt from Boaz.#T1#
Boaz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tanaka keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass. #SUB2#
Tanaka has his foot on Boaz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boaz works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Tanaka looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boaz won't allow Tanaka to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Tanaka is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Tanaka had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boaz defends it easily.
Tanaka takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Boaz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nobunaga Tanaka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boaz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tanaka knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boaz moves nicely into side control.
Boaz trying to control the action but Tanaka is working from the bottom.
Boaz taking a breather here.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tanaka keeps working.
Tanaka manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Tanaka tries to get to full guard but Boaz has control of the leg.
Boaz wants to control but Tanaka is keeping him busy.
Tanaka is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boaz's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boaz's back!#SUB2#
Tanaka is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Tanaka controlling well, preventing Boaz from escaping the position.
Boaz manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tanaka's guard. Nice work there by Boaz.
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Boaz trying to control but Tanaka is working from the bottom.
Boaz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Tanaka keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass. #SUB2#
Tanaka is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boaz defends well.
Boaz looking to sit in guard and control but Tanaka gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Tanaka forces his way into half guard.
Boaz tries to roll over but Tanaka keeps him under control.
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. Tanaka connects with a nice short shot to Boaz's temple.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nobunaga Tanaka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
An out of breath Wamberto Boaz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 179 Bathory vs Fitzpatrick
Date: May 17, 2020 |
#R1#
Boaz misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Payakarakatong! But no joy.
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Payakarakatong doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Payakarakatong follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Payakarakatong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Payakarakatong.
Boaz stuns Payakarakatong with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Payakarakatong looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Payakarakatong misses with a straight left.
A lazy left from Boaz finds it's target.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Payakarakatong misses with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
Payakarakatong throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Payakarakatong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Payakarakatong has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boaz finds it's way round the side to connect with Payakarakatong's head.
We've been informed that Payakarakatong 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.#T1#
Payakarakatong moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Payakarakatong defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Payakarakatong ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Payakarakatong swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Payakarakatong misses with a body punch
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz throws a right hand that misses
and Payakarakatong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Payakarakatong is just out of range.
Payakarakatong lands with a cross.
Payakarakatong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz cracks a nice hook into Payakarakatong's ribs.
Payakarakatong misses with a body kick.
A left lands for Boaz.
Boaz lands a nice hook to Payakarakatong's body. Payakarakatong takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong lands a slapping body shot.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick that misses.
Payakarakatong looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Payakarakatong ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick from Payakarakatong.
Boaz takes one on the button.
Payakarakatong darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Payakarakatong scores with a leg kick.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Payakarakatong.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Payakarakatong.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Payakarakatong is out of range.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Payakarakatong lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Payakarakatong throws a half hearted mid kick.
Payakarakatong avoids the body shot from Boaz.
A chopping leg kick lands by Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Payakarakatong.
Boaz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boaz blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Payakarakatong slips under a jab.
Boaz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Payakarakatong scores with a nice strike.
Boaz takes a swing at Payakarakatong's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Payakarakatong misses with a straight right.
Payakarakatong connects with a body shot that sends Boaz's belly button to the back.
Payakarakatong moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Boaz moves forwards but Payakarakatong connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Boaz needs to keep his hands up - Payakarakatong had a free shot at his head there.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Payakarakatong.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Payakarakatong moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Boaz shoots in but no luck this time.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Payakarakatong doesn't seem bothered though.
Payakarakatong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Payakarakatong misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Payakarakatong.
Boaz throws a body punch but Payakarakatong moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Payakarakatong throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Payakarakatong scores with a decent looking hook.
Payakarakatong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Payakarakatong missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz takes a swing at Payakarakatong's ribcage but misses.
Boaz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Boaz swats away the attempt to clinch by Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Payakarakatong misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Payakarakatong as he avoids it easily.
Payakarakatong tries to score with a low kick but Boaz moves his leg out of the way.
Payakarakatong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Payakarakatong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong fails to land with a series of punches.
Payakarakatong looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Payakarakatong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz jabs Payakarakatong to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheers as Boaz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Payakarakatong doesn't seem phased though.
Boaz connects with a right hand. Payakarakatong shakes it off.
Boaz slips a straight right by Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz lands with an uppercut that bounces Payakarakatong off the cage and back into range.
Boaz takes a swing at Payakarakatong's ribcage but misses.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Payakarakatong.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Payakarakatong moves away.
Boaz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz tries to clinch up.
Payakarakatong wants to land a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Payakarakatong looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Payakarakatong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Payakarakatong rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boaz moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Payakarakatong's shoulder, as Payakarakatong tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Payakarakatong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Payakarakatong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range.
Payakarakatong throws a body shot but no joy.
Payakarakatong tries a head kick but it misses.
Payakarakatong staying out of range there.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Payakarakatong moved away.
A telegraphed right hand from Payakarakatong misses the target.
Payakarakatong scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Boaz fails with the takedown.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Payakarakatong swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Payakarakatong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz avoids the head kick by Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick that misses.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Payakarakatong lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T2#
Jab, jab by Boaz - just one landing.
Payakarakatong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Payakarakatong.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boaz connects with a right hand. Payakarakatong shakes it off.
Payakarakatong ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Payakarakatong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Payakarakatong swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Payakarakatong throws a sloppy body shot
and Boaz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Payakarakatong throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Boaz misses its target.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Payakarakatong.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Payakarakatong manages to avoid it.
Boaz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Boaz lands with a cross.
Boaz dodges the punch combination from Payakarakatong.
#T3#
Payakarakatong misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Payakarakatong throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz avoids a punch combination nicely.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Payakarakatong's head but Payakarakatong sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz slips a jab from Payakarakatong.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Payakarakatong moves away.
Payakarakatong misses with a low kick.
Payakarakatong tries a head kick but it misses.
Boaz walks into a stiff left hand from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boaz to score with a decent uppercut.
Boaz defending well as Payakarakatong loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Payakarakatong avoids it really well and circles away.
Boaz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T4#
Payakarakatong throws out a leg kick but Boaz moves out of range and Payakarakatong only half commits.
Boaz takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Payakarakatong does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Boaz tries a body shot but Payakarakatong blocks it.
A right hook to the body lands for Payakarakatong.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Payakarakatong is trying to break the clinch but Boaz has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Payakarakatong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong keeps the fight on the outside.
Payakarakatong looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Payakarakatong feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Boazs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice jab there from Boaz.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Payakarakatong moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Payakarakatong throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Payakarakatong throws a right hand that Boaz ducks under and follows up with a left that Boaz also avoids with ease.
Payakarakatong defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Boaz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Payakarakatong at a distance.
Boaz is looking to clinch but Payakarakatong is avoiding it.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A combination from Payakarakatong does no damage.
Payakarakatong throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Payakarakatong was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Payakarakatong tries to move into range but Boaz moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A swing and a miss from Payakarakatong.
Boaz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Payakarakatong walks into a stiff left hand from Boaz.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Payakarakatong. #T1#
Payakarakatong ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Payakarakatong.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Payakarakatong throws a good cross that connects.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Payakarakatong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz cracks Payakarakatong with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Payakarakatong scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CL#
Boaz takes the fight into the clinch.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boaz misses with the head strike.
Payakarakatong has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Boaz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Payakarakatong on the inside.
Payakarakatong tries to circle away but Boaz has him pinned against the cage.
A short uppercut from Payakarakatong.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Payakarakatong.
A head punch on the inside from Payakarakatong fails to land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Payakarakatong working aggressively here.
#T2#
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Payakarakatong controls his hands.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz tries for a takedown but Payakarakatong manages to get underhooks.
Payakarakatong misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Payakarakatong.
Boaz is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Payakarakatong is defending well.#BC2#
Payakarakatong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Boaz wants to clinch.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Payakarakatong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Payakarakatong scores with a jab. Boaz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T3#
Payakarakatong moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz thuds a left hand into Payakarakatong's body.
Payakarakatong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Payakarakatong scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CL2#
Payakarakatong closes the distance and clinches.
Boaz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Payakarakatong's elbow.
Payakarakatong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
Payakarakatong prevents a body shot from Boaz.
Boaz wants to break the clinch but can't.
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Payakarakatong's elbow. #T4##BC2#
Payakarakatong breaks from the clinch.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Boaz.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Payakarakatong lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Payakarakatong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz takes a swing at Payakarakatong's ribcage but misses.
Boaz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Payakarakatong.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Payakarakatong manages to avoid it.
Payakarakatong misses with a hook.
Boaz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Payakarakatong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Payakarakatong lands with a nice body punch.
Boaz ducks right into an uppercut from Payakarakatong.
Boaz walks into a straight right hand from Payakarakatong.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch there but Boaz circles away.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong.
Well Payakarakatong 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 James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong!
A relieved looking Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
|
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 172 Ispa vs McGuire
Date: Apr 19, 2020 |
#R1#
Yoshida lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yoshida sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Yoshida has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Yoshida misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Yoshida misses with a looping right.
Boaz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Yoshida's shoulder, as Yoshida tries to avoid the shot.
Yoshida swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Yoshida throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Yoshida uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz cracks Yoshida with an open hand slap.
Yoshida throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz tries to counter with a takedown but Yoshida is quick to defend against it.
Yoshida comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Yoshida throws a nice outside leg kick.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yoshida! But no joy.
Boaz cracks Yoshida with a good jab.
Boaz has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boaz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Yoshida looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD#
Boaz looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Yoshida!#T1#
Yoshida is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Yoshida is trying to control Boaz's posture but Boaz avoids it.
You can see the frustration on Yoshida's face as Boaz controls the position.
Boaz tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Boaz controlling the position. #SUB#
Yoshida is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boaz's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Boaz! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Yoshida has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Wamberto Boaz!
During a confident post fight interview, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
|
|
|
|
Event:
PFC 164 McGuire vs Semenko
Date: Mar 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Boaz lands a jab to Ibu's midsection.
Ibu fakes the leg kick and cracks Boaz in the body. #CL2#
Boaz has closed the distance and engaged Ibu in a clinch.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ibu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ibu misses with some punches.
#BC#
Ibu manages to break the clinch.
Ibu really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Ibu looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boaz! But no joy.
Boaz misses with a body shot
and Ibu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ibu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ibu throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Ibu throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz moves out of range of the leg kick from Ibu.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boaz! But no joy.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Nice body kick from Ibu.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Ibu.
Ibu takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ibu misses the shot to the body.
Koh Ibu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut lands for Ibu. That snapped Boaz's head back.
Boaz fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Boaz misses with a takedown attempt - Ibu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Boaz rushes Ibu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Boaz is looking for a takedown.
Koh Ibu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Boaz misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Ibu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ibu blocks a jab.
Ibu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Ibu.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ibu pinned against the cage. Ibu gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A good leg kick by Ibu.
Boaz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Ibu.#T2#
Ibu listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ibu connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Ibu.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ibu was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Ibu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Nice jab there from Boaz.
Ibu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Ibu ducks right into an uppercut from Boaz.
Ibu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Ibu lands a glancing blow to the side of Boaz's head.
Koh Ibu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ibu just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz with a hook.
Ibu missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz takes a swing at Ibu's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A big left from Ibu misses.
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ibu.
Ibu misses the body punch
and Boaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ibu avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Ibu saw that one coming.
Ibu digs a good hook to Boaz's body.
Ibu defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Ibu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz looks to land a combination but Ibu avoids it well.
Ibu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Boaz misses.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ibu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ibu throws a quick counter kick to the body but Boaz avoids it.
Ibu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ibu finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Ibu is just out of range.
Ibu is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ibu scores with a kick to the body.
Boaz throws a body punch but Ibu moves out of range.
Ibu appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ibu throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ibu throws a front kick that sends Boaz stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Ibu's shoulder, as Ibu tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
Ibu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ibu looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Ibu throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz with a jab.
Ibu dips to his left and cracks Boaz with an uppercut!
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ibu.
Boaz digs a good body shot into Ibu's ribs.
Ibu does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Boaz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ibu takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ibu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ibu.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ibu misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ibu misses with a kick to the body.
Ibu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Koh Ibu dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Ibu throws a shot to the body.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ibu with a nice cross.
Ibu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Despite the aggression on Boaz's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ibu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Ibu misses with a hook
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ibu.
Boaz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Boaz takes one to the chin there.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Ibu is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Ibu saw that one coming.
Ibu is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ibu throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Boaz looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ibu!
Ibu wants to get back to his feet.#T1#
Ibu wants to control but Boaz postures up.
Boaz takes a little break here. Ibu wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying to get an arm triangle but Ibu is defending well.
Boaz tries to move to mount but Ibu blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Boaz is trying to get an arm triangle but Ibu is defending well. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Boaz works to advance to full mount. Ibu defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Ibu slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Boaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ibu sees it coming and defends easily.
Ibu keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Ibu trying to control here.
Ibu tries to get to full guard but Boaz has control of the leg.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ibu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3##SUB2#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Ibu is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ibu won't allow Boaz to pass to mount.
Boaz is trying to control. Ibu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ibu wants to get back to full guard.
Ibu is working hard here to advance position.
Ibu keeping hold of Boaz's head, controlling as best he can.
Boaz wants to free his trapped foot but Ibu is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boaz is keen to just control but Ibu is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Koh Ibu is winning the standup battle so far.
Ibu throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ibu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Boaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ibu manages to avoid it.
Boaz swings for the body but Ibu moves out of range.
Ibu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ibu takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Ibu looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Boaz has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Ibu.
Ibu throws a sloppy head kick
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Ibu tries a head kick but it misses.
Boaz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz connects with a nice looking jab.
#TD2#
Boaz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ibu looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Boaz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ibu tries to buck Boaz off but Boaz is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ibu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz throws an off balance right hand
and Ibu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ibu defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Ibu misses with a lunging right hand
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ibu darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boaz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ibu avoids a punch combination nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ibu. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ibu misses with an uppercut
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boaz dips to his left and cracks Ibu with an uppercut!
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Ibu's shoulder, as Ibu tries to avoid the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Ibu connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Ibu connects with a body shot that sends Boaz's belly button to the back.
Boaz misses with a straight left. #T1#
Ibu lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ibu takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Boaz takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
An inside leg kick from Ibu misses.
Ibu lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ibu throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Ibu misses with a straight right.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ibu.
Ibu works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Boaz catches Ibu with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ibu avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Ibu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boaz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ibu attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ibu throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz throws a jab when Ibu was well out of range.
Ibu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Ibu wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Ibu looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boaz thuds a left hand into Ibu's body.
Ibu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Ibu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Boaz swings for the body but Ibu moves out of range.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ibu.
Ibu lands a jab.
Ibu swats away the attempt to clinch by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Good work by Boaz as he checks the leg kick.
Boaz swings for the body but Ibu moves out of range.
Ibu misses with a straight left.
Ibu tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ibu.
Boaz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Boaz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A big left from Ibu misses.
Ibu throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Ibu throws a push kick but Boaz slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ibu.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ibu appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boaz misses the jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ibu darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boaz throws a jab when Ibu was well out of range.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Ibu slips under a jab.
Ibu misses with a body kick.
Ibu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz swings for the body but Ibu moves out of range.
Ibu swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ibu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T4#
Ibu plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Ibu has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boaz finds it's way round the side to connect with Ibu's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ibu avoids it really well and circles away.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ibu.
Ibu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Ibu's head but Ibu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Boaz throws a hook but Ibu blocks it.
Ibu lands with an uppercut that bounces Boaz off the cage and back into range.
Boaz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Good leg kick by Ibu there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Boaz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Ibu moves away and avoids it.
Ibu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ibu.
Ibu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ibu looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Koh Ibu showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ibu has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koh Ibu!
Koh Ibu decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Piano vs Tower 3
Date: Feb 16, 2020 |
#R1#
Lę lands a front kick.
Boaz walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lę throws a poor cross that misses
and Boaz counters with a left to the body.
Lę throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Lę manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Lę misses with an uppercut
and Boaz makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Boaz throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Boaz takes a swing at Lę's ribcage but misses.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lę wants to slow Boaz down by chopping away at his legs.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lę.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Lę on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz throws a body punch but Lę moves out of range.
Lę thinks about the counter body kick.
Lę throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lę throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Boaz makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lę misses the shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lę.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lę uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.#T1#
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lę.
Lę is looking to land body kicks.
Lę avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lę shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lę lands a front kick.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Lę looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Lę misses with a body shot.
Boaz shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lę moves away.
Boaz takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Lę sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Lę does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lę.
Boaz swings for the body but Lę moves out of range.
Lę displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Lę uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
#T2#
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lę.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lę moves away.
Lę misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Lę.
Boaz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lę sprawls and moves away.
A head kick misses from Lę.
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!
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lę.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Lę is just out of range.#TD#
Boaz scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Boaz not doing much here.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Lę is defending the position.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Boaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Lę is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lę wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Lę has given up his back.
Boaz keeps control of the position easily here as Lę tries to buck him off.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Boaz is hanging on to Lę's back as he tries to escape.
Boaz controls the action.
Boaz wants to control but Lę is keeping busy.#SUB#
Boaz has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Lę has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Boaz wants to control but Lę is keeping busy.#SUB#
Lę is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Boaz digs a good body shot into Lę's ribs.
Quân Lę has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lę.
Lę throws a leg kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz throws a good cross that connects.
Boaz takes a swing at Lę's ribcage but misses.
Boaz stuns Lę with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice cross by Boaz.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boaz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Boaz keeps control of Lę as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Boaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lę can do to turn this around?
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Boaz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boaz scores with a shoulder strike.
Boaz lands with a right to the head.
Lę misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lę misses with a punch to the body.
Lę misses with the head strike.
Lę throws a head punch that misses.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boaz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lę prevents it.
Lę lands a nice uppercut.
Lę misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lę throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Boazs head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lę creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lę lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Lę after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Lę breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boaz wants to take a breather but Lę is having none of it. #T2#
Boaz is pressing down on Lę's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lę is holding on for now.
Boaz passes the guard and advances to mount!
Lę can't escape the position.
Lę holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Boaz tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz is looking to work his way around to Lę's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T3#
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Boaz working for a submission but Lę is keeping him at bay.
Lę really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lę wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lę is looking to escape.
Boaz controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Boaz tries to control but Lę wriggling away.
Boaz controlling his opponent.
Lę is controlling an arm, preventing Boaz from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Wamberto Boaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lę manages to regain half guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that second 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lę in his tracks.
Wamberto Boaz is winning the standup battle so far.
Boaz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lę is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Lę ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Lę takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Boaz slips a straight right by Lę.
Boaz is looking to wear down Lę with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Boaz tries to clinch up but Lę circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Lę was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
Lę drives through and clinches with Boaz against the cage.
Lę struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz lands a shoulder strike.
Boaz wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lę has him pressed against the cage.
Lę misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Lę - that landed with a thud.
A short left from Lę.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Lę lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lę lands a shot to the body.
Boaz is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lę is defending well.
Lę doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Lę breaks the clinch.
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lę has time to react.
Lę misses with a body kick.#TD#
Boaz shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lę is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Boaz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Lę defends the submission attempt.#T2#
Boaz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lę knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Lę is having none of it.
Lę desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lę does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boaz throwing shots but Lę is blocking nicely.
Lę controlling the position well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Boaz scores with a jab to the head.
Lę misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Boaz lands with a straight right. Lę didn't see that one coming.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lę doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Lę throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lę moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz takes a swing at Lę's ribcage but misses.
Boaz scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lę throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lę looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Lę lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lę ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.#T4#
Lę tries to move into range but Boaz moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boaz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lę can pounce on him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Lę gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CL#
Boaz clinches up against the cage.
Lę can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lę fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lę lands a right hand that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lę tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lę lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Boaz.
Boaz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lę prevents it.
A short right from Lę.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lę.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Wamberto Boaz.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Boaz, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Our winner, Wamberto Boaz, 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.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Verygood vs Jaroslav 2
Date: Jan 26, 2020 |
#R1#
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alcala will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Alcala blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alcala misses with a looping right.
Boaz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lito Alcala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
Good exchange - Alcala coming out on top.
Alcala lands the left hand.
Alcala misses with the combination.
A swing and a miss from Alcala.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alcala will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Alcala jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Alcala.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
A low kick from Alcala misses #TD#
and Boaz counters with a nice double leg into side control. Alcala won't be happy with that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alcala keeps working. #T1#
Alcala wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Boaz wants to control for a moment but Alcala uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Alcala is working away.
Boaz is controlling the pace.
Alcala wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boaz works his foot free and advances to mount.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Alcala is squirming around nicely.
Alcala is trying to stand.#SUB#
Boaz is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Alcala has managed to escape the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alcala is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Boaz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Alcala is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boaz throws some wild stikes that Alcala manages to avoid easily.
Alcala trying desperately to get to his feet.
Alcala is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Boaz controlling the position easily from mount.
Alcala is trying to stand up.
Boaz is looking to work his way around to Alcala's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T4#
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boaz takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Alcala prevents Boaz from getting a body triangle.
Alcala wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Alcala is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alcala looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Boaz or perhaps it was just good defense by Alcala, which made it look bad.
Boaz will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
It seemed like Alcala was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Alcala defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Alcala thuds his right hand into Boaz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES2#
Alcala is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alcala stops a takedown attempt from Boaz.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Alcala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lito Alcala seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Alcala closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Boaz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A swing and a miss from Alcala.
Alcala misses with a looping right.
Alcala throws a left and a right that both miss
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Alcala throws a wild body kick that Boaz sees coming a mile off.
Boaz defending well as Alcala loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz tries to move into range but Alcala moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Alcala listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Boaz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Alcala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alcala throws an off balance right hand
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Alcala defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Alcala is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Alcala misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Alcala swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz scores with a sloppy right hand. Alcala should have avoided that one.
Alcala throws a combination. Boaz tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alcala with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boaz to score with a decent uppercut.
Alcala tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range.
A combination from Alcala does no damage. #T2#
Alcala throws a poor cross that misses
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Alcala is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boaz with a body shot.
Alcala uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Boaz on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Alcala throws a poor cross that misses
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Alcala ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Alcala moved away.
Boaz dives in and grabs Alcala's left leg, looking for a takedown. Alcala pushes down on Boaz's head and hops out.
A big left from Alcala misses.
Boaz stuns Alcala with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Alcala drives through and clinches with Boaz against the cage.
Alcala makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Alcala working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Alcala lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Boaz changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Alcala fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Boaz connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Alcala momentarily.
#T3#
Alcala misses with a hook
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alcala.
A slapping leg kick lands for Alcala.
Alcala fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Alcala misses with a two punch combination.
Nice defenses there by Alcala.
Boaz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Alcala.
Alcala throws a sloppy body shot
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alcala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Alcala takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Alcala lands the left hand.
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Alcala misses the jab.
Alcala tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Boaz is able to avoid easily.
Alcala looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alcala.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alcala throws a lazy uppercut
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Alcala misses the jab.
Alcala takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Alcala sprawls well. Alcala wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Boaz gets slowly back to his feet.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alcala wants to slow Boaz down by chopping away at his legs.
Boaz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Alcala sprawls and moves away.
Boaz misses the jab.
Alcala misses with a looping left.
Nice straight punches there by Boaz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Boaz.
Lito Alcala is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz throws a body punch but Alcala moves out of range.
Boaz blocks a head kick by Alcala.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Alcala throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alcala throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Alcala throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Alcala. Alcala circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lito Alcala showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Left hook, right uppercut from Alcala.
Alcala with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boaz to score with a decent uppercut.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alcala.
Boaz defending well as Alcala loads up on a big left hand.
Alcala jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alcala thows a left - swing and a miss!
Alcala throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Alcala takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Decent striking displayed by Alcala there.
Alcala lands a really nice looking cross but Boaz seems unphased.
Alcala paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Alcala lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Alcala.
Alcala pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Alcala ducks down to avoid it.
Boaz lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Alcala backs up against the cage.
Boaz throws the left hand but Alcala avoids the punch easily.
Alcala slips under a jab from Boaz.
Alcala ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.#T1#
Boaz avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Alcala takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alcala moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Alcala keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Boaz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Alcala stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Alcala jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alcala takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Alcala scores with the left hand. Boaz knows he should have avoided that one.
Alcala throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Boaz throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Boaz slips a jab from Alcala.
Boaz with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Alcala fails to land with a series of punches.
A big left from Alcala misses.
Boaz works over Alcala's head and body with a nice combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alcala ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Alcala throws a leg kick that is checked
and Boaz counters with a nice body shot.
Boaz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2#
Alcala on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Alcala misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz tries to counter with a takedown but Alcala is quick to defend against it.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz appears to be looking for a big counter.
Boaz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Alcala.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Alcala tries to keep at a distance but Boaz has taken the fight into the clinch.
Boaz tries a body shot but Alcala blocks it.
#BC2#
Alcala escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Boaz.
Decent striking displayed by Alcala there.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Alcala misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Alcala throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T3#
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Alcala.
Boaz drops his hands momentarily and Alcala takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Alcala looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Alcala throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Alcala swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz shoots in looking for a takedown but Alcala manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Boaz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Alcala looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters circling - Alcala throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alcala looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.#CL#
Boaz clinches.
Boaz tries to pull guard but Alcala forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alcala lands with a short shot to the head.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alcala working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Boaz works on Alcala's body with a couple of short punches.
Boaz tries to pull guard but Alcala won't allow it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Boaz. #BC2#
Alcala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Alcala is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Alcala is out of range.
A jab from Alcala does it's job there.
Boaz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Alcala uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Alcala loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Alcala scores with a punch to the head.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Boaz moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Alcala's head but Alcala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alcala lands the left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jab by Boaz.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alcala.
Alcala is looking for the big counter here.
Alcala tries to bum rush Boaz with a series of wild strikes but Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Alcala lands with a cross.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lito Alcala.
I think Alcala has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lito Alcala!
Lito Alcala spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Verygood vs Alcala
Date: Dec 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Jaroslav looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Jaroslav throws a nice inside leg kick.
Boaz throws a hook but Jaroslav blocks it.
Jaroslav throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jaroslav bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jaroslav is looking to chop away at Boaz's legs.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jaroslav.
Boaz slips under a jab from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a jab to the head.
Boaz takes a swing at Jaroslav's ribcage but misses.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Jaroslav ducks down to avoid it.
Jaroslav is looking to land body kicks.
Boaz avoids the head kick by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Boaz counters with a takedown into side control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Boaz trying to control the position but Jaroslav is working away.
Boaz prevents Jaroslav from escaping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz advances to mount.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Jaroslav somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
Felix Jaroslav is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jaroslav finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Boaz checks it.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Jaroslav keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jaroslav has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Boaz is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jaroslav ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Jaroslav manages to avoid it.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jaroslav throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz misses with a hook. Jaroslav ducked under it nicely.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick that is checked
and Boaz makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jaroslav lands with a nice body punch.
Boaz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Boaz swings for the body but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Jaroslav fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boaz.
Boaz throws a body punch but Jaroslav moves out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Boaz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jaroslav moves out of range of the body kick.
Boaz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Boaz checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Jaroslav does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz tries to move into range but Jaroslav moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Jaroslav misses the jab.
Jaroslav fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Boaz checks it well.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jaroslav throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jaroslav. Jaroslav obviously looking to wear him down.
#T3#
Jaroslav slips under a jab from Boaz.
A little jabbing left from Jaroslav on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jaroslav throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jaroslav avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Jaroslav appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Jaroslav tries a quick counter leg kick but Boaz is wise to it.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Jaroslav.
Boaz throws a jab when Jaroslav was well out of range.
Jaroslav now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz throws a hook but Jaroslav blocks it.
Jaroslav is looking to slow Boaz down with leg kicks.
Jaroslav slips a jab from Boaz.
Jaroslav misses with a low kick. #CL#
Boaz clinches with his opponent.
Boaz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Boaz.
#BC2#
Jaroslav manages to break the clinch.
Jaroslav throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz connects with a jab.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jaroslav moves away.
Jaroslav misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Jaroslav does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz connects with a jab.
Jaroslav pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boaz is out of range and Jaroslav settles back down.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jaroslav connects with an inside leg kick.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick which misses Boaz's front leg but catches the back leg as Boaz tries to avoid it.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Jaroslav moves away and avoids it.
Boaz stuns Jaroslav with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jaroslav.
Boaz backing away here, and Jaroslav unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Boaz with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jaroslav to score with a decent uppercut.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Jaroslav moves away and avoids it.
Jaroslav swinging wildly here.
Boaz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jaroslav jabs Boaz right on the nose. Boaz blinks but takes it well.
A jab from Boaz finds it's way through Jaroslav's defenses.
Jaroslav misses with a body kick.
Jaroslav throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Boaz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jaroslav.
Boaz moves in looking to clinch but Jaroslav pushes him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Felix Jaroslav will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Boaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Boaz misses with a hook.
Boaz takes one to the side of the head.
Jaroslav scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
That kick from Jaroslav tenderised Boaz's leg. Boaz is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jaroslav fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jaroslav can pounce on him.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jaroslav throws a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Boaz moves out of range as Jaroslav throws a body kick.
Boaz throws a body punch but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Boaz lands with a right hand.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jaroslav.
Jaroslav comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jaroslav misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jaroslav throws out the jab. #T1#
Jaroslav uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Jaroslav keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jaroslav throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz walks into a stiff left hand from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jaroslav throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Jaroslav feints and then cracks Boaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Boaz down.
Jaroslav attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jaroslav sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Boaz somewhat.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jaroslav did well to prevent Boaz getting side control.#SUB#
Boaz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Jaroslav is trying to stand up here but Boaz is controlling him well. #T2##ES2#
Jaroslav has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Boaz is on him like a limpet, forcing Jaroslav back against the cage.
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!
Boaz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Jaroslav wants to get back to striking at distance but Boaz won't allow it.
Jaroslav has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Jaroslav manages to break the clinch.
Jaroslav pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boaz is out of range and Jaroslav settles back down.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jaroslav. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Nice defenses there by Jaroslav.
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jaroslav in his tracks.
Jaroslav misses with a straight left.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jaroslav lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Boaz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boaz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz misses with a two punch combination.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Jaroslav.#T3#
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav misses with a few strikes there.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz is looking to clinch.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jaroslav.
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jaroslav looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Jaroslav uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Jaroslav rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Jaroslav chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jaroslav.
Boaz closes the distance and clinches up with Jaroslav, looking for a takedown. Boaz pushes Jaroslav against the cage but Jaroslav circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jaroslav misses with a looping left.
Boaz lands a nice shot that snaps Jaroslav's head back.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Jaroslav throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jaroslav swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Boaz is looking to clinch.
Jaroslav tries to land a front kick but Boaz steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jaroslav uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Jaroslav's shoulder, as Jaroslav tries to avoid the shot.
Jaroslav throws a front kick that sends Boaz stumbling back into the cage.
Jaroslav throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Jaroslav lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Good leg kick by Jaroslav there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jaroslav uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Boaz throws a shot to the body.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Boaz checks a leg kick.
Jaroslav ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jaroslav throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Nice cross by Jaroslav.
Boaz shoots in but Jaroslav avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Felix Jaroslav showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
That kick from Jaroslav tenderised Boaz's leg. Boaz is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jaroslav uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Boaz has time to react.
Boaz shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jaroslav eats them both and turns towards Boaz to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Jaroslav.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jaroslav misses with a looping left.
It looked like Boaz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a hook. Jaroslav ducked under it nicely.
Boaz throws a sloppy body shot
and Jaroslav counters with a leg kick.
Boaz scores with a nice strike.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the body
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz closes the distance but Jaroslav moves to the side
and Jaroslav counters with a nice uppercut.
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!
Boaz shoots in and drives through. Jaroslav sprawls well.
Jaroslav bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jaroslav throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Jaroslav tries to get set, Boaz tries to push him back and clinch up but Jaroslav manages to avoid the attempt.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1#
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Jaroslav moves away and avoids it.
Jaroslav scores with a hook to the body. Boaz takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jaroslav throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Jaroslav throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jaroslav walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Boaz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jaroslav misses with a looping left.
Jaroslav attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Boaz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jaroslav avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Jaroslav only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Jaroslav swats away the attempt to clinch by Boaz.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jaroslav.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jaroslav motions for Boaz to come forward. Jaroslav throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Boaz checks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.#T2#
Jaroslav looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Jaroslav throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz slips under a jab from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav scores with a kick to the midsection.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
A nice combination there by Jaroslav.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jaroslav is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz takes a swing at Jaroslav's ribcage but misses.
Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Jaroslav throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice shot by Jaroslav.
Boaz throws a hook but Jaroslav blocks it.
Jaroslav looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jaroslav swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jaroslav looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jaroslav fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jaroslav.
A punch combination from Jaroslav misses.
Boaz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Boaz walks into a jab.
Jaroslav lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jaroslav feints and then cracks Boaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Boaz down.
Jaroslav looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Jaroslav turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jaroslav ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jaroslav tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Jaroslav has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boaz finds it's way round the side to connect with Jaroslav's head.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jaroslav, right into the meat.
Jaroslav with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jaroslav throws a lazy uppercut
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Felix Jaroslav has been cut.
Boaz throws a good cross that connects.
Nice uppercut lands for Jaroslav. That snapped Boaz's head back.
Boaz throws a leg kick that misses. #T4##TD#
Boaz throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Jaroslav tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Boaz is in Jaroslav's guard.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jaroslav swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz won't allow Jaroslav to get back to his feet.
Boaz passes into half guard. #ES2#
Jaroslav kicks Boaz off and gets back to his feet.
Boaz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jaroslav stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jaroslav.
Boaz scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boaz walks into a straight right hand from Jaroslav.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jaroslav, right into the meat.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that's the end of the fight!
Felix Jaroslav comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Jaroslav winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felix Jaroslav!
Our winner, Felix Jaroslav, 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.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Boaz vs Verygood
Date: Dec 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Verygood looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Verygood lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts.
Boaz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Boaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Boaz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Verygood wants to slow Boaz down by chopping away at his legs.
Verygood shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boaz doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Good exchange - Verygood coming out on top.
Verygood with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Boaz blocks the leg kick.
Verygood connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Verygood connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Boaz lands with an uppercut that bounces Verygood off the cage and back into range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz scores with a jab to the head.
Verygood thumps Boaz with a low kick.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Verygood's shoulder, as Verygood tries to avoid the shot.
Verygood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Verygood misses with a looping left.#T1#
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Verygood uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Verygood.
Boaz attempts a counter takedown but Verygood avoids it well and moves away.
Verygood takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Verygood throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz checks a low kick from Verygood.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Verygood scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz throws a hook but Verygood avoids it easily.
Verygood misses the shot to the body.
Verygood fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Verygood does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz lands a slapping body shot.
Verygood works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kurt Verygood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Verygood connects with an inside leg kick.
Verygood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Verygood throws a leg kick but Boaz moved away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verygood moves away.
Verygood throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Boaz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Verygood paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Verygood is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Boaz rather than just go for the knockout.
Verygood lands with a shot to the body.
Verygood takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Verygood has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Verygood sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Verygood lands with an overhand left.
Verygood throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Boaz throws an off balance right hand
and Verygood counters with an outside leg kick.
#TD#
Verygood tries to sprawl but Boaz drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Boaz frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Boaz controlling from the full mount.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Verygood is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Verygood tries to lock up and control but Boaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verygood wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz forces the positional change into back control.
Verygood looking very determined here, making life difficult for Boaz.
#SUB#
Boaz looking for the choke but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB#
Boaz looking for the choke from the back.
Boaz gets his hands free as Verygood looks to control.
Boaz doesn't have the hooks in and Verygood manages to turn into his guard.
Verygood is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Boaz looking for a guillotine here but Verygood defends easily.
Verygood slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Verygood stopping the sweep attempt from Boaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Kurt Verygood will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Nice cross by Verygood.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Verygood throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Verygood throws a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.
Verygood misses with a straight left.
Verygood lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Verygood fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
A slow jab from Verygood misses its intended target.
Boaz takes a swing at Verygood's ribcage but misses.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Verygood ducks down to avoid it.
Verygood lands with a nice body kick.
Verygood takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Verygood tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
A quick step to the side and Boaz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick from Verygood.
Verygood lands the left hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Verygood.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kurt Verygood seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz lands with a cross. #T1#
Verygood lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boaz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Verygood misses with an uppercut.
Verygood swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Verygood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Verygood connects with an inside leg kick.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Verygood sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Verygood tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Boaz swings for the body but Verygood moves out of range.
Boaz takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Boaz swings for the body but Verygood moves out of range.
Verygood tries a quick counter leg kick but Boaz is wise to it.
Verygood takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Boaz connects with a nice looking jab.
Verygood sizes up Boaz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Verygood connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Verygood swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Boaz backing away here, and Verygood unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Verygood lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T2#
Verygood turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Verygood fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Verygood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Verygood jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Verygood staying out of range there.
Verygood moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Verygood looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Boaz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Verygood feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Boaz's calf.
Verygood takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Verygood connects with a jab.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Verygood is just out of range.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown but Verygood shows good takedown defense.
Boaz throws a body punch but Verygood moves out of range.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Verygood was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz jabs Verygood to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Verygood throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz misses with a hook. Verygood ducked under it nicely.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Verygood attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz swings for the body but Verygood moves out of range.
Verygood attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.#CL#
Boaz darts in and clinches Verygood up against the cage.
Verygood misses with a hook to the ribs.
Verygood misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boaz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Verygood backwards.
Boaz digs a right hand into Verygood's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Verygood's gas tank.
Boaz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Verygood lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Verygood lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Verygood.
Verygood looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Verygood blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD#
Boaz has picked Verygood up - he's going for a ride! Boaz dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Verygood tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Verygood is looking to control Boaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Verygood avoid being mounted?
Verygood has his hands clasped together around Boaz's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Verygood is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold.
Boaz is taking a breather. Verygood says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Verygood is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kurt Verygood will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Boaz checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Boaz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Verygood sprawls and moves away.
Boaz checks a leg kick.
Verygood throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Verygood moved out of range.
Verygood throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Boaz counters with a takedown into side control.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verygood keeps working. #SUB#
Boaz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Verygood knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Boaz is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verygood is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Verygood stops Boaz from passing to mount. #T1#
Verygood is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Boaz working away.
Verygood is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Boaz is staying active.
A bit of a lull in the action here.#SUB#
Boaz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Verygood is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boaz advances nicely into full mount. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boaz misses with a head shot.
Boaz takes Verygood's back.
Verygood trying to control the hands but Boaz won't let him.
Verygood prevents Boaz from getting a body triangle.
Boaz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Verygood is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boaz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Verygood preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Boaz. #SUB#
Boaz has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T3#
Verygood trying to control the position but Boaz manages to sink in the hooks.
Verygood tries to break free.
Verygood trying to control the hands but Boaz won't let him.
Boaz doesn't have the hooks in and Verygood manages to turn into his guard.
Boaz controls Verygood momentarily but Verygood frees himself.
Verygood looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4##SUB#
Boaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Verygood doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Verygood manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Verygood slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Boaz working a defensive guard here.
Boaz is really struggling to control Verygood but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Boaz has his foot on Verygood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Verygood works his way back into a safe position though.
Verygood slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Verygood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Boaz throws a hook but Verygood avoids it easily.
Boaz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Verygood takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Verygood fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Verygood throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Verygood moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Verygood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Boaz tests Verygood's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Verygood. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Verygood manages to avoid it.
Boaz scores with a jab to the jaw.
Boaz swings for the body but Verygood moves out of range.
Verygood avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verygood moves away.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Verygood throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Verygood with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Verygood misses with a straight right.
Verygood throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Kurt Verygood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Verygood scores with a shot to the body.
Verygood throws a leg kick which misses Boaz's front leg but catches the back leg as Boaz tries to avoid it.
Verygood slips a straight right by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a leg kick.
Verygood looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz defending well as Verygood loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz cracks Verygood with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A good leg kick by Verygood.
Verygood attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Verygood scores with a kick to the midsection.#T2#
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick from Verygood.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Verygood defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Verygood is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Verygood moved out of range.
Verygood swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Verygood is looking to slow Boaz down with leg kicks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Verygood.
Verygood throws a low kick but Boaz moves out of range easily.
Verygood steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Boaz lands a head shot.
Verygood finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Verygood misses with a hook.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Verygood's head but Verygood sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Verygood tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.#T3#
Verygood misses with a left hand
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.
Verygood smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Verygood is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boaz with a body shot.
Boaz checks the leg kick.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Verygood but Verygood pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Boaz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Verygood walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Boaz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Verygood scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Verygood uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Verygood throws a nice inside leg kick.
Boaz digs a good hook to Verygood's body.
Verygood scores with a jab. Boaz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Boaz tries to land a leg kick but Verygood saw it coming and moves away.
Verygood feints and then cracks Boaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Boaz down. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boaz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A shot to the liver by Verygood. Beautiful body shot.
Verygood buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Boaz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boaz there as he acknowledges the shot.
A jab from Boaz does it's job there.
Verygood throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Verygood throws a leg kick which misses Boaz's front leg but catches the back leg as Boaz tries to avoid it.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Verygood as he jumps to the side.
Verygood doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Verygood throws a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Boaz scores with a jab. Verygood acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Boaz cracks Verygood with a good jab.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A shot to the liver by Verygood. Beautiful body shot.
Verygood connects with an inside leg kick.
Boaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Verygood.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kurt Verygood dominated that fourth round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Verygood swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Kurt Verygood is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Boaz backing away here, and Verygood unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Verygood. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Verygood keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Verygood throws a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Verygood tests Boaz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Verygood scores with a decent looking hook.
A big right from Verygood misses.
Boaz jabs at Verygood's body.
Verygood throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz attempts a counter takedown but Verygood avoids it well and moves away.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Verygood was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Verygood jabs Boaz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The fighters circle momentarily. Boaz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Verygood was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz backing away here, and Verygood unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Verygood throws a low kick but Boaz moves out of range easily.
Verygood throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Verygood swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Verygood connects with a crisp jab. #TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Verygood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Boaz controlling from the full mount.
Verygood is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Boaz fails to move to back control.
Boaz avoids the attempt from Verygood to control.
Boaz seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Verygood is holding on tight.
Verygood wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Verygood is holding on tight.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz avoids the attempt from Verygood to control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Verygood working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Boaz wants to control the pace but Verygood is squirming around nicely.
Verygood wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Verygood is squirming around nicely.
Verygood wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boaz throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Verygood prevents Boaz from taking his back.
Verygood wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Boaz unloads with some shots from mount but Verygood bucks and avoids them well.
Verygood looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Verygood tries to lock up and control but Boaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boaz is looking to work his way around to Verygood's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Verygood wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz prevents Verygood from getting the reversal.
Boaz with the ground and pound from mount.
Boaz avoids the attempt from Verygood to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Verygood has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 47:48
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 47:48
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:48
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Kurt Verygood!
Kurt Verygood is the new bantamweight champion!
Kurt Verygood thanked the fans post fight for their support.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Boaz vs Dong
Date: Nov 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Dong closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dong buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dong throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Boaz throws a shot to the body.
Boaz takes a swing at Dong's ribcage but misses.
And Dong responds with a good body kick, but Boaz manages to step out the way in time.
Dong misses with a right hand #TD#
and Boaz counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Boaz seems content to control.
Dong has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Boaz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Dong still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Dong has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Dong advances nicely into full mount.
Boaz gets back to half guard.
Boaz wants to control but Dong is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Boaz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boaz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boaz trying to control the position.
#T2#
Boaz wants to improve his position but instead Dong has moved into half guard.
Boaz is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Dong jumps into side control!
Boaz trying to control but Dong flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
You can see the frustration on Boaz's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Dong is not going to allow Boaz to sit and survive in this position.
Boaz tries to escape the position.
#T3##SUB2#
Dong is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Boaz defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Dong is looking for the choke from the back position but Boaz is controlling his hands well.
Boaz is really stuck here.
Boaz tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Dong forces the positional change into back control. #SUB2#
Dong looking for the choke but no joy.
Boaz wants to escape the position.
#T4#
Dong is not going to allow Boaz to sit and survive in this position.
Boaz is really stuck here.
#SUB2#
Dong is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Boaz is really stuck here.
Boaz is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yung Hung Dong dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Dong is out of range.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Dong moves away and avoids it.
Boaz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dong throws a right hand that misses
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Nice shot by Boaz.
Dong missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Dong.
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dong lands with an overhand left.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Dong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dong throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dong throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Dong fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Boaz sizes up Dong with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd cheers as Boaz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dong doesn't seem phased though.
Dong throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jab by Dong.
Nice sprawl there from Dong as Boaz shoots in.
Dong doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dong dips to his left and cracks Boaz with an uppercut!
Boaz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dong displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Boaz.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Dong ducks down to avoid it.
Nice cross by Dong.
Dong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice cross by Boaz.
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!
Boaz throws a right hand that Dong ducks under and follows up with a left that Dong also avoids with ease.
Dong misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Dong misses with a hook
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Boaz moves away from the strike by Dong.
Dong scoring well with a low kick there.
Boaz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Dong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yung Hung Dong seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Yung Hung Dong has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Dong is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Boaz tries to move to full mount but Dong actually manages to regain half guard. #T3#
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Dong is defending the position.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Dong is having none of it. #SUB#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dong is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Boaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura but Dong is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boaz to get the leverage. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz wants to advance to full mount but Dong doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dong pulls Boaz in to control the position.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Dong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz slips nicely into half guard.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Dong is defending the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dong keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3##CL2#
Dong forces Boaz back against the cage and clinches.
Dong blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dong misses with some punches.
Dong throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
A short right from Boaz.
Dong lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Boaz throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Boaz breaks the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Dong takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Dong.
Dong looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Boaz checks a leg kick.
Dong avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Boaz moves out of range of the leg kick from Dong.#T1#
Boaz tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Dong swivels and escapes.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dong counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Boaz walks forward, straight into a front kick from Dong.
Dong throws a low kick, looking for Boaz's leg but Boaz calmly moves out of range.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz throws a poor cross that misses
and Dong counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dong lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts.
Dong walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boaz slips under a jab from Dong.
Boaz throws the left hand but Dong avoids the punch easily.
Boaz's corner calls for a 1-2. Boaz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dong.
Boaz on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dong.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dong's hands.#T2#
Dong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dong defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Dong misses with a body kick.
Dong throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz fails to land the takedown.
Dong throws a good cross that connects.
Dong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Boaz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dong throws the kick towards the body but Boaz avoids it.
Dong throws a low kick but it's checked well by Boaz.
Dong scores with a crisp jab that stopped Boaz in his tracks.
Dong loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.#T3#
Dong walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Boaz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dong avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Dong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dong throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dong.#CL#
Boaz closes the distance and pushes Dong back into the cage.
Dong jumps guard but Boaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Dong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dong gets underhooks to prevent Boaz's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Dong misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boaz.
Dong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T4#
A shot in the inside from Dong.
Boaz is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dong pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dong lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A body shot lands from Dong.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Boaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Dong goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dong misses with a punch to the body.
Dong tries a body shot but Boaz blocks it.
Boaz is working Dong over against the cage.
Dong doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dong scores with a shot to the side of Boaz's head.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dong backwards.
Boaz tries a body shot but Dong blocks it.
Dong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
Dong misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yung Hung Dong really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters circling - Dong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A telegraphed right hand from Dong misses the target.
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Dong looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boaz moves out of range of the leg kick from Dong.
Boaz tries for a takedown but Dong sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Dong is out of range.
Boaz misses with a hook.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Dong saw that one coming.
Dong is looking for the big counter here.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong throws a leg kick which misses Boaz's front leg but catches the back leg as Boaz tries to avoid it.
Boaz wants to clinch.
Boaz swings for the body but Dong moves out of range.
#T1#
A low kick from Dong is predictable there
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dong misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dong lands with an overhand left.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dong misses with a hook.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
Boaz moves out of range as Dong throws a body kick.
Dong throws a leg kick that is checked
and Boaz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dong was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dong manages to avoid it.
Dong throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dong misses with a straight left.
Dong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
Dong ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.#T2#
Boaz thuds his right hand into Dong's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Boaz swings for the body but Dong moves out of range.
#TD#
Boaz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz controlling the position.
Dong is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Dong can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Boaz has hold of Dong's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Dong seems comfortable defending it but Boaz has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Dong is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Dong is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Boaz couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz retains his bantamweight title!
Wamberto Boaz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Scrotum vs Graves
Date: Oct 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Boaz on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Boaz misses with a wild combination.
Dong lands with an uppercut that bounces Boaz off the cage and back into range.
Dong slips a jab from Boaz.
Dong throws a low kick but it's checked well by Boaz.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Boaz misses with a low kick as Dong jumps back.
Boaz slips under a jab from Dong.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Dong lands with an overhand left.
Dong lands a jab to Boaz's midsection.
Dong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boaz with the counter takedown but Dong avoids it easily.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz walks forward, straight into a front kick from Dong.
Dong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dong throws out the jab.
Nice defenses there by Dong.
Dong throws a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz throws a low kick, looking for Dong's leg but Dong calmly moves out of range.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dong was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Dong blocks the leg kick.
Dong looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
Dong throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Dong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Dong's head but Dong sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dong tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Boaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dong lands with an overhand left.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A big left from Dong misses.
Dong slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Dong misses the target.
Dong chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz moves in looking to clinch but Dong pushes him off.
Dong throws a front kick that sends Boaz stumbling back into the cage.
Dong lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dong misses with an uppercut.
Boaz is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dong moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dong moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dong throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dong.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A bone on bone clash there as Boaz blocks the leg kick.
Dong lands with a thumping leg kick.
Yung Hung Dong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dong finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Boaz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Dong was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Dong.
Dong throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dong thuds his shin into the meat of Boaz's side.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Dong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dong jabs at Boaz's body.
Dong stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Dong saw that one coming.
Dong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Dong. #T3#
Boaz misses with a looping right.
Dong throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Boaz takes a swing at Dong's ribcage but misses.
Boaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dong.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Dong cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Dong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dong cracks the inside of Boaz's front leg.
Boaz swings for the body but Dong moves out of range.
Dong misses with a kick to the body.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Dong looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Dong takes one on the button.
Dong is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Dong was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dong misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Dong scores with a jab to the head.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz scores with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Boaz looking to score a takedown here. Dong is defending well but Boaz drives through and ends up in Dong's guard.
Dong has control of Boaz's left arm, preventing Boaz from doing any damage. #T4#
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dong is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dong is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dong seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dong keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Dong is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Dong is keeping the position.
Dong managing to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yung Hung Dong dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Dong throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Yung Hung Dong is winning the standup battle so far.
Boaz throws a sloppy body shot
and Dong counters with a stiff right hand.
Dong takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Boaz misses with a takedown attempt
and Dong counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Dong's shoulder, as Dong tries to avoid the shot.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Boaz throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dong throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dong throws a nice outside leg kick.
Yung Hung Dong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dong wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy.
Dong desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dong regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've been hearing good reports from Dong's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Boaz controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Dong keeps moving.
Boaz postures up.
Dong pulls Boaz in to control the position.
Dong not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boaz pushing down on Dong's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Dong is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Dong is defending well.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Dong is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz is pressing down on Dong's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dong is holding on for now.
Dong has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boaz is working away from the top position though.
Dong controlling the position well.
Dong tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Dong is having none of it.
Dong trying to control from the bottom.
Dong gets full guard.
Dong not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Dong working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Boaz slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Dong is pulling down on Boaz's head to control his posture.
Boaz postures up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boaz closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dong.
Dong lands a glancing blow to the side of Boaz's head.
Dong staying out of range there.
Dong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a hook. Dong ducked under it nicely.
Dong feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Boaz's calf.
Dong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dong throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and moves out of range. #T4#
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Dong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boaz throws a hook but Dong blocks it.
Dong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Dong throws the kick towards the body but Boaz avoids it.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Dong moves away and avoids it.
Dong moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Dong tests Boaz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dong bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Dong tries to land a body kick
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boaz throws out a powerful jab.
Dong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Decent striking displayed by Dong there.
Dong takes one on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Dong tries to clinch there but Boaz circles away.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dong.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dong, as that shot connected.
Dong looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dong looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Dong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dong just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz avoids a kick to the body.
Dong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD2#
Boaz drives through with a takedown into guard.
Dong is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage.
Boaz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boaz is fighting to break Dong's control of his arms but Dong is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Boaz content to stall in guard here.
Boaz is continuing to stall.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dong swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz trying to control but Dong is working from the bottom.
Dong looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dong'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.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boaz cracks Dong with a good jab.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dong throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dong avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
Dong swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dong.
Dong defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Dong swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Dong ducks down to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Dong.
Boaz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Boaz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Boaz wants to control but Dong is keeping him busy.
Boaz takes a little break here. Dong wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Boaz tries for a kimura but Dong is defending well. #T3#
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Dong is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dong is trying to control Boaz's posture but Boaz avoids it. #SUB2#
Boaz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boaz working away.
Boaz staying calm.
Dong tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boaz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dong is not content to let Boaz control the position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Boaz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dong, who protects the arm well.
Boaz trying to control the position but Dong is working away.
Dong tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boaz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boaz taking a breather here. #SUB2#
Boaz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dong struggling a bit here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying to get an arm triangle but Dong is defending well. #SUB2#
Boaz is trying to get an arm triangle but Dong is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Dong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Dong misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Dong lands a high kick!
A big right from Boaz misses.
Dong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Dong defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Dong connects with the punch.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dong was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Dong's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dong scrambles back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
Dong misses the shot to the body.
Dong slips under a jab.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Dong swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
#T1#
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Dong misses with a body kick.
Dong throws a leg kick that misses.
Jab, jab by Boaz - just one landing.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dong.
Dong scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Dong's shoulder, as Dong tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dong finds it's way round the side to connect with Boaz's head.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dong moves away.
Dong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Dong avoids it with no problem.
Dong connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Boaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz lands a jab to Dong's midsection.
Dong tries to clinch there but Boaz circles away.
Dong throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Boaz was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Dong.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Dong moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Dong is looking to slow Boaz down with leg kicks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big left from Boaz misses. #TD2#
Boaz drives through with a takedown into Dong's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Dong controlling Boaz's posture.
Dong keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Dong keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Dong pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Boaz postures up.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Dong trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice shot by Dong.
Boaz lands a glancing blow to the side of Dong's head.
Boaz throws a hook but Dong avoids it easily.
Dong pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boaz is out of range and Dong settles back down.
Dong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boaz to score with a decent uppercut.
Dong throws a wild body kick that Boaz sees coming a mile off.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Dong throws a push kick but Boaz slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Dong throws a leg kick that is checked
and Boaz counters with a left to the body.
Dong moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Boaz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Boaz takes a swing at Dong's ribcage but misses.
Dong connects with a nice looking jab.
Boaz connects with a right hand. Dong shakes it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Dong.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Boaz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Boaz moves out of range of the leg kick from Dong.
Boaz scores with a jab. Dong acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Dong moved out of range nicely.
Dong fires out a quick counter leg kick but Boaz just manages to avoid it.
Dong throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #CL#
Dong takes the fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Boaz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dong on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2#
Boaz closes the distance and pushes Dong back into the cage.#BC2#
Boaz manages to break the clinch.
Dong throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Dong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dong appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dong.
Boaz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick.
Boaz feints the counter takedown.
Boaz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Boaz misses with a series of wild punches.
Dong fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Dong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Dong moved out of range nicely.#T1#
The fighters circling - Dong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz cracks Dong with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Dong counters with a slapping leg kick.
Dong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dong scores with a kick to the body.
A head kick misses from Dong.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Boaz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dong manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Boaz dips to his left and cracks Dong with an uppercut!
Dong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Boaz with a hook.
Dong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz drops his hands momentarily and Dong takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Boaz has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Dong.
Boaz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dong on the side of the head.
A big right from Dong misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice cross by Dong.
Yung Hung Dong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dong misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dong.
Dong takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dong.
Boaz checks a low kick from Dong.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dong.
Boaz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dong circles away.
Dong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dong fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Boaz checks it well.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Dong's shoulder, as Dong tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Dong wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dong.
Dong walks into a left hand.
Dong connects with a solid leg kick.
Dong lands a jab to the head.
#CL#
Dong drives through and clinches with Boaz against the cage.
Boaz misses with a body punch.
#T3#
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dong backwards. #TD#
Dong jumps guard and drags Boaz to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Dong keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Dong is keeping the position.
Boaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Dong keeps moving.
Dong has control of Boaz's left arm, preventing Boaz from doing any damage.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dong seems keen to control Boaz's posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Dong is having none of it.
Dong has his hands clasped together around Boaz's back. He's all about the action.
Dong is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Wamberto Boaz.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 47:49
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz is the new bantamweight champion!
A relieved looking Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Zulu vs Tower 2
Date: Aug 23, 2019 |
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Verygood. Beautiful body shot.
Kurt Verygood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Verygood looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Verygood is just out of range.
A slow jab from Verygood misses its intended target.
Verygood buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Verygood moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Verygood wants to land a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Verygood doesn't manage to clinch there - Boaz circles away.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Verygood throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Verygood misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz staying out of range there.
Verygood lands a slapping body shot.
Boaz jabs Verygood to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Verygood takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz misses with a hook.
Verygood waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Verygood avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Verygood appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Verygood uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.#T1#
Verygood misses the jab.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Verygood is just out of range.
Jab by Boaz.
Boaz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Verygood scores with a nice body kick.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Verygood counters with a leg kick.
Boaz ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Verygood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Verygood is just out of range.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Verygood moves away and avoids it.
Verygood ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
A looping hook to the body misses from Verygood. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Verygood sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Verygood throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Verygood moves forwards but Boaz connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Verygood. That's going to slow Boaz down.
Verygood throws a lazy body kick
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Verygood misses with a hook.
Verygood takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Verygood does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Verygood.
Verygood connects with an inside leg kick.
Verygood connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Verygood lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Verygood cracks the inside of Boaz's front leg.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Verygood's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Verygood scrambles back to his feet.
Boaz lands a body shot.
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kurt Verygood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Verygood moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Boaz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Verygood on the side of the head.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Verygood only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Boaz misses with a straight left. #T3#
Verygood is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Verygood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Verygood.
Verygood throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Verygood just misses with a punch to the body.
Verygood lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz throws a front kick aimed at Verygood's knee but Verygood avoids it well.
Verygood misses with a left hand
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
A big left from Verygood misses.
Verygood misses with a few strikes there.
#CL#
Verygood tries to keep at a distance but Boaz has taken the fight into the clinch.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Verygood.
Nice body punch from Boaz - that landed with a thud.
#T4#
Verygood tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Verygood tries to throw a body punch but Boaz avoids it by throwing Verygood back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Boaz scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz misses with the head strike.
Verygood working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Verygood presses Boaz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Verygood fails to land.
Verygood misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Boaz.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Verygood's elbow.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz misses with the head strike.
Verygood's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good body shot from Boaz.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Verygood.
Verygood misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boaz misses with the head strike.
Boaz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
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#
Verygood tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Verygood.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Kurt Verygood has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Verygood takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Boaz misses with a jab to the body
and Verygood counters with a nice body shot.
Verygood looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Verygood connects with an inside leg kick.
Verygood misses with a hook
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.
Kurt Verygood seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Verygood turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Verygood stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Verygood just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Boaz throws a series of punches but Verygood moves out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Verygood.
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!
Verygood thuds a left hand into Boaz's body.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Verygood does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1##SUB#
Boaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Verygood sees it coming and defends easily.
Boaz not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Verygood actively working from the bottom here.
Verygood gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Verygood working for submissions but it's allowed Boaz to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Verygood looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Boaz is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Verygood reverses the position - he's now on top in Boaz's guard. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Verygood defends well.
Boaz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Verygood manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Verygood had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boaz defends it easily.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Verygood is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Boaz pushes down on Verygood's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz is pressing down on Verygood's thigh, looking to free his foot. Verygood is holding on for now.
Verygood is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Verygood looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz works his foot free and advances to mount.
Verygood regains half guard.#T4#
Boaz wants to free his trapped foot but Verygood is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Verygood actively working from the bottom here.
Boaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Verygood is looking to improve his position.
Verygood 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.#SUB2#
Verygood looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Verygood is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boaz controlling the action here.
Boaz uses his free foot to push down on Verygood's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Verygood.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Verygood attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Verygood throws a leg kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz cracks Verygood with an open hand slap.
Boaz takes a swing at Verygood's ribcage but misses.
Verygood looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Verygood throws a body shot but no joy.
Verygood misses the shot to the body.
Verygood walks into a jab.
Verygood takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Verygood misses with a straight left.
Verygood thuds his right hand into Boaz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A looping hook to the body misses from Verygood. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Boaz moves into the clinch.
Boaz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boaz is leaning against Verygood and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Boaz throws a punch but it's blocked by Verygood.
Verygood tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Verygood avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T1#
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Boaz has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Verygood is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Boaz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Boaz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Verygood trying to control the position but instead, Boaz has worked for underhooks and has pushed Verygood into the cage.
Boaz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Verygood tries to stall but Boaz uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Verygood.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Verygood.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Verygood lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Verygood pushes Boaz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Boaz digs a right hand underneath Verygood's ribcage. Verygood let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Verygood lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Boaz.
Boaz is looking for a takedown.
Boaz lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
Verygood lands a right hand that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Verygood lands a left hand that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Verygood has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Verygood throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short body shot lands from Verygood as the two fighters clinch.
Verygood fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Boaz.
#TD#
Boaz has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Verygood is trying to keep an underhook but Boaz manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Verygood looking for submissions off his back.
Verygood takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Verygood looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Verygood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boaz pulls his head out easily.
Boaz works his way into side control. #T3#
Verygood is looking to reverse the position.
Boaz wants to control but Verygood is keeping him busy.
Boaz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Verygood is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boaz staying calm.
Boaz wants to control but Verygood is keeping him busy.
Boaz controls the position from side control.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verygood keeps working. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Boaz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Verygood, who protects the arm well.
Verygood gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Verygood looking for submissions off his back.
Boaz not doing much here.
Boaz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Wamberto Boaz.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Boaz, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
During a confident post fight interview, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Marceau vs Brent
Date: Aug 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Nagasaki.
A jab from Nagasaki finds it's way through Boaz's defenses.
Nagasaki digs a good body shot into Boaz's ribs.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nagasaki on the side of the head.
The crowd cheers as Boaz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nagasaki doesn't seem phased though.
Nagasaki lands with a nice body punch.
Nagasaki doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Nagasaki does it's job there.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boaz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice cross by Boaz.
Boaz gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Boaz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nagasaki at a distance.
Good shot there by Boaz.#T1##TD2#
Nagasaki drives through with a takedown into Boaz's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB#
Nagasaki content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Boaz has locked up a guillotine! Boaz's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Nagasaki is holding on here and Boaz must be using up a lot of energy. Nagasaki has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Boaz gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Wamberto Boaz!
A very excited looking Wamberto Boaz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Zulu vs Rain
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Alcala with a nice cross.
Boaz lands a jab to the head.
#CL#
Alcala closes the distance and pushes Boaz back into the cage.
Alcala lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Boaz working aggressively here.
Alcala misses with some punches.
Alcala digs a right hand underneath Boaz's ribcage. Boaz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Alcala lands an uppercut.
A short left from Alcala.
Alcala lands a body shot in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Alcala.
#BC#
Alcala breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Alcala is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Alcala works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Boaz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Alcala sneaks out the side door and pushes Boaz away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Boaz wants to clinch.
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
Lito Alcala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Alcala throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL#
Alcala moves into range and clinches up with Boaz.
Alcala misses with some punches.
A short left from Alcala.
Alcala lands a right hand.
Alcala throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Boazs head.
Alcala can't find room to land a body shot as Boaz controls the action.
Nice body punch from Alcala.
Still in the clinch, Alcala scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alcala blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Alcala misses with the head strike.
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alcala prevents a body shot from Boaz.
A short left from Alcala.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alcala's elbow.
Alcala blocks a body shot from Boaz.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alcala lands a left hand.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Alcala.
Alcala misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Alcala struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Alcala goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alcala lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boaz.
Alcala fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Alcala.
Alcala is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A head punch on the inside from Alcala fails to land.
Alcala misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Alcala on the inside.
Alcala lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz working aggressively here.
Boaz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alcala pushes Boaz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Alcala.
Boaz tries to work over Alcala's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alcala misses with a hook to the ribs.
Alcala struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
A right hook to the body lands for Boaz.
Alcala swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Alcala goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alcala's elbow.
A body shot lands from Boaz.
Alcala misses with a punch to the body.
Alcala goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alcala misses with a hook to the ribs.
Alcala blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alcala lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Alcala's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Boaz tries to score a body lock takedown but Alcala shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Boaz lands a hook that snaps the head of Alcala backwards.
Alcala struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Alcala has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Alcala misses with a punch to the body.
Alcala lands a left hand that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Boaz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Alcala fails to land.
Boaz can't find room to land a body shot as Alcala controls the action.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Alcala. #T4#
Boaz wants a takedown but no success here.
Lito Alcala has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Alcala lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Boaz lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz avoiding damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alcala lands a nice uppercut.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Alcala tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
Alcala has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz. #TD2#
Boaz gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Alcala is looking to escape.
Boaz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Alcala looks like he's trying to stand up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lito Alcala dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Boaz misses with the combination.
A combination from Alcala does no damage.
Boaz lands a slapping body shot.
Boaz defending well as Alcala loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Alcala connects with an inside leg kick.
Alcala moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Alcala lands a nice shot that snaps Boaz's head back.
Boaz lands a slapping body shot.
Boaz works Alcala's body with a nice hook.
Alcala misses with a body shot.
Alcala misses with a body kick.
Alcala slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
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!
Boaz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Alcala takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Boaz moves out of range as Alcala strikes.
Alcala misses with a jab, cross combination.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Alcala is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boaz can do to turn this around?#T1#
Alcala tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Boaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alcala tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range.
Alcala thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Alcala misses.
Boaz has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Alcala finds it's way round the side to connect with Boaz's head.
Alcala's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Alcala scrambles back to his feet.
Boaz slips a jab from Alcala.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alcala.
Alcala scores with a nice head shot.
Alcala keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alcala throws a right and a left that both miss.
Boaz misses the jab.
The crowd cheers as Alcala lands an impressive looking overhand right. Boaz doesn't seem phased though.
Boaz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Alcala.
Boaz's corner calls for a 1-2. Boaz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A jab from Alcala misses.
Boaz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alcala ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lito Alcala is winning the standup battle so far.
Alcala throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alcala ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Alcala jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Alcala slips under a jab from Boaz.
Alcala bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz throws a right hand that Alcala ducks under and follows up with a left that Alcala also avoids with ease.
Nice jab there from Alcala.
Alcala is looking to slow Boaz down with leg kicks.
Alcala throws out a leg kick but Boaz moves out of range and Alcala only half commits.
Alcala is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Alcala was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An attempted straight right counter from Alcala misses the target.
Alcala turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz scores with a punch to the head.
Boaz slips a jab from Alcala.
Boaz looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Boaz misses the jab.
Boaz fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alcala.
Alcala does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big right from Alcala misses.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alcala.
Alcala avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A swing and a miss from Alcala.
Boaz throws a hook but Alcala avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Alcala on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Alcala slips under a jab from Boaz.
Alcala misses with a wild body shot.
Alcala on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lito Alcala is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
An inside leg kick lands from Alcala.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alcala moves away.
Boaz jabs Alcala to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Alcala.
Boaz throws a push kick but Alcala slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Alcala misses with a lunging right hand
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Alcala throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boaz throws a shot to the body.
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!
Alcala jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Alcala tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Boaz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Alcala steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Alcala half committed to a counter leg kick.
Alcala swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Alcala moves away and avoids it.
Alcala steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Nice body punch from Alcala.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alcala.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz throws a sloppy head kick and Alcala moves out of range easily.
Alcala rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Lito Alcala will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Alcala jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boaz misses with a body punch
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Alcala connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
A swing and a miss from Alcala.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Alcala's head but Alcala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alcala fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boaz staying out of range there.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Alcala moves in looking to clinch but Boaz pushes him off.
Boaz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Alcala on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Alcala throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Alcala throws an off balance right hand
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz lands a right hook to the body.
Boaz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A solid body kick from Alcala.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alcala manages to avoid it.
Boaz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Alcala. Alcala circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A good leg kick by Alcala. #T1#
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
Alcala tries to close the distance and clinch up but Boaz swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Alcala throws a big shot that misses.
Alcala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Alcala was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Alcala pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alcala misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alcala.#CL#
Alcala darts in and clinches Boaz up against the cage.#BC#
Alcala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Alcala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alcala staying out of range there.
Alcala looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
Alcala throws a half hearted mid kick.
Boaz throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Alcala throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Lito Alcala is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Boaz avoids the head kick by Alcala.
Boaz walks into a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Boaz avoids the body shot from Alcala.
Boaz works Alcala's body with a nice hook.
Alcala keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Alcala chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Alcala. #CL#
Alcala takes the fight into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Boaz.
Alcala throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
A right hook to the body lands for Alcala.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC#
Alcala breaks from the clinch.
Alcala misses with a right hand
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alcala throws out the jab. #T3#
Alcala throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Alcala. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Alcala.
Alcala ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Alcala is just out of range.
Alcala ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Alcala slips a jab and a cross from Boaz.
Alcala lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Alcala fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Alcala avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Alcala swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alcala slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Alcala slips the punch.
Alcala swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Alcala throws a right and a left that Boaz avoids nicely.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Alcala ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
A solid leg kick lands there for Alcala.
Alcala sizes up Boaz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Alcala misses with a straight left.
The crowd cheers as Alcala lands an impressive looking overhand right. Boaz doesn't seem phased though.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alcala manages to avoid it.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A lazy left from Alcala finds it's target.
A left and a right from Boaz both land. Nice combination.
Alcala scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Boaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Alcala lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Alcala scores with a punch to the head.
Jab from Alcala.
Alcala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Alcala paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alcala scores with a leg kick.
Alcala tests Boaz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Alcala fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lito Alcala showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Alcala has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lito Alcala!
Lito Alcala spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMPLA9
Date: Jul 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Madog sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've been told by Madog's head coaches at Little Lebowski Urban Achievers Gymnasium that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Madog manages to avoid it.
Boaz will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Madog was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Madog throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boaz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Madog with a body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Madog.
#TD2#
Madog gets caught flat footed, as Boaz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Boaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boaz advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Madog is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Madog wants to get back to his feet.
Madog is in trouble now - Boaz has advanced to mount!
Madog is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Madog is looking to get to half guard.
Boaz controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Boaz looking for a guillotine from mount but Madog is having none of it.
Madog is working to get back to half guard.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Madog is looking to escape.
Boaz fails to take his opponent's back.
Madog manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Madog is controlling Boaz's trapped leg to prevent Boaz from advancing to side control.
Boaz is trying to control. Madog wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Madog tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Boaz is pressing down on Madog's thigh, looking to free his foot. Madog is holding on for now.
Boaz controlling the action here.
Boaz is keen to just control but Madog is a slippery customer.
Boaz passes the guard and advances to mount!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz wants to take Madog's back but he can't do it this time.
Madog is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Boaz pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Madog is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boaz controlling the position easily from mount.
Boaz is stalling here but it's allowed Madog to get half guard.
Boaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boaz prevents Madog from standing back up.
Madog trying to control but Boaz postures up.
Madog controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but Madog defending well. #T4#
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Madog is working away.
Boaz might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Madog haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Boaz is pressing down on Madog's thigh, looking to free his foot. Madog is holding on for now.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boaz in particular looking to stall.
Boaz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Madog knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Madog is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Madog is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #ES#
Madog kicks off Boaz and gets to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz 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#
Madog uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Jab from Boaz.
Madog scores with a spinning back kick!
A slow jab from Madog misses its intended target.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Boaz throws the left hand but Madog avoids the punch easily.
Madog looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Boaz misses.
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Boaz avoids a kick to the body.
Madog bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Boaz's head backwards.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Madog's head but Madog sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Madog sprawls well. Madog wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Boaz gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Madog swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Madog scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz throws a body punch but Madog moves out of range.
Madog fires out a quick counter leg kick but Boaz just manages to avoid it.
Boaz lands a jab.
Iolyn Madog is winning the standup battle so far.
Madog throws the kick towards the body but Boaz avoids it.
Boaz appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boaz stuns Madog with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Madog with a hook.
Madog connects with a high kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Madog misses the target.
Madog uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz slips under a jab from Madog.
Boaz misses with a body shot
and Madog cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Madog manages to avoid it.
Madog looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Madog.#T2#
Madog swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A good leg kick by Madog.
An inside leg kick lands from Madog.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Madog ducks down to avoid it.
Boaz scores with a hook to the body. Madog takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Madog walks into a jab.
Madog pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boaz will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#CL2#
Boaz has taken the fight to the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Boaz.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Madog backwards.
Boaz drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A right hook to the body lands for Madog.
Madog lands a hook that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
Boaz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Madog fails to land.
Madog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Madog controls his hands.
Boaz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Madog's elbow.
Boaz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC#
Madog pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A punch lands to the side of Madog 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Boaz moves into the clinch.
Madog lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Boaz or not.
Madog prevents a body shot from Boaz.
Madog working aggressively here.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Madog.#BC#
Madog breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
No luck for Boaz with that takedown attempt.
Iolyn Madog has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.#T4#
Madog cracks Boaz with a right hand to the side of the head.
Madog scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Madog jabs Boaz right on the nose. Boaz blinks but takes it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Madog will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Madog was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Madog scores with a punch to the head.
Boaz lands a head shot.
Madog lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Madog cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Madog ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
A shot to the liver by Boaz. Beautiful body shot.
Madog walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boaz misses with a body punch
and Madog counters with a nice body shot.
Madog takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Iolyn Madog will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Boaz tries to clinch up.
Madog checks a low kick from Boaz.
Boaz lands a nice looking body shot.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Madog dips to his left and cracks Boaz with an uppercut!
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Madog's shoulder, as Madog tries to avoid the shot.
Madog tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Madog.
Madog feints and then cracks Boaz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Boaz down.
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A good leg kick by Madog.
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Madog is just out of range.
Madog on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A solid leg kick lands there for Madog.
Boaz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Boaz fails with the takedown.
Madog ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
It looked like Madog wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boaz shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Madog defends it nicely.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Madog misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Madog.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Madog cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Boaz moves forwards but Madog connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Madog moves away.
Madog slips under a jab.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body
and Madog counters with a low kick, right behind Boaz 's knee. #T2#
Madog thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Boaz misses.
Madog looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Madog doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Madog was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Madog lands a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Madog fakes the leg kick and cracks Boaz in the body.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Madog doesn't seem bothered though.
Madog avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Madog tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Madog slips under a jab from Boaz.
Madog defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Madog is fending him off so far but Boaz persists. Nope, Madog circles away and we're back to standing.
Iolyn Madog has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Madog throws a front kick that sends Boaz stumbling back into the cage.#T3##CL2#
Boaz takes the fight into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Madog fails to land.
Madog displaying some good clinch control by pressing Boaz up against the cage.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short uppercut from Madog.
Madog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
Boaz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Madog stops a takedown attempt from Boaz.
Madog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
Boaz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Madog backwards.
Boaz is trying to pull guard but Madog has him pressed against the cage.
A short right from Madog on the inside.
Madog misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Boaz fails to land.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Madog struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Madog lands with a right to the head. #T4#
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Madog's elbow.
Madog blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Boaz gets through Madog's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Madog takes a shot to the head.
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!
Madog throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Madog breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Madog throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Madog throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Madog uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Madog slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz throws a right hand that Madog ducks under and follows up with a left that Madog also avoids with ease.
Madog ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boaz throws a hook but Madog blocks it.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Madog.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Iolyn Madog.
I think Madog has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Iolyn Madog!
A very excited looking Iolyn Madog made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Tower vs Zulu
Date: Jun 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Pugberg shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Boaz sprawls well. Boaz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pugberg gets slowly back to his feet.
Pugberg thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD#
Boaz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Boaz trying to control the action but Pugberg is working from the bottom.
Pugberg tries to buck Boaz off but Boaz is having none of it.
Pugberg is trying to control Boaz's posture but Boaz avoids it. #SUB#
Boaz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boaz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Boaz controlling the position from side mount.
Boaz trying to control the position but Pugberg is working away. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pugberg has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boaz moves into full mount!
Boaz controlling the pace for now. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pugberg stops Boaz from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Pugberg is desperately trying to improve his position but Boaz has a good base and remains in mount.
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Boaz has hold of Pugberg's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Pugberg manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Boaz controlling the pace for now. #T3##SUB#
Boaz wants to finish this one by submission but Pugberg is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Boaz.
Boaz controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Boaz is working for a guillotine from mount but Pugberg frees his head quite easily.
Boaz seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Pugberg is holding on tight.
Boaz controlling his opponent.
Boaz fails to move to back control.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pugberg is looking to escape. #T4#
Pugberg slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Boaz passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Pugberg!
Pugberg working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Boaz lands a nice looking body shot.
Boaz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Pugberg drops his hands momentarily and Boaz takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pugberg.
Pugberg displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Boaz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pugberg manages to avoid it.
Pugberg throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Boaz leaves Pugberg with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pugberg on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Pugberg.
Pugberg moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pugberg wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boaz sizes up Pugberg with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pugberg throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Pugberg slips a straight right by Boaz.
Boaz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Pugberg throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pugberg can do to turn this around?
Pugberg throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Pugberg throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Pugberg is just out of range.
Boaz dips to his left and cracks Pugberg with an uppercut!#TD2#
Pugberg shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Boaz's guard.
Pugberg must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Boaz seems keen to control Pugberg's posture.#SUB#
Boaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Boaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Pugberg from controlling successfully. #T2#
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Pugberg has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boaz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pugberg being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Boaz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pugberg has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boaz has managed to get both his arms back between Pugberg's legs - danger averted.
Wamberto Boaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boaz forces his way into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz is trying to control the action in half guard but Pugberg is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Boaz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Boaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pugberg sees it coming and defends easily.
Pugberg trying to control here.
Boaz is trying to control the action in half guard but Pugberg is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boaz trying to control the pace. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Pugberg is working away. #SUB#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Pugberg wants to get back to full guard but Boaz has mounted him!
Boaz fails to take his opponent's back.
Pugberg gets back to half guard.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Pugberg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boaz is taking a breather. Pugberg says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that second round.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Pugberg looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Pugberg might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Boaz scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boaz is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Pugberg lands a lovely overhand right.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Pugberg tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Pugberg.
Boaz feinted with a counter takedown.
Pugberg tries to score a power double leg takedown but Boaz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pugberg somewhat.
Boaz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Boaz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pugberg.
Boaz dives in for a single leg takedown but Pugberg sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pugberg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Pugberg ducks down to avoid it.
Pugberg throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Pugberg ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pugberg looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A low kick from Pugberg misses #TD#
and Boaz counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Pugberg actively working from the bottom here.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Pugberg is having none of it. #SUB#
Boaz looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Pugberg actively working from the bottom here.
Pugberg wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boaz in particular looking to stall.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pugberg is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Boaz drops back looking for a leg! Pugberg is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Pugberg manages to kick Boaz off! Boaz jumps back into Pugberg's guard.
Boaz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Pugberg tries to improve position but can't.
Boaz is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T3#
Pugberg gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura but Pugberg is defending well.
Xing Pugberg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boaz prevents Pugberg from improving his position.
Boaz is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Pugberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pugberg punching from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Boaz has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
A victorious Wamberto Boaz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Graves Vs Gagnon
Date: May 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Madog misses with a two punch combination.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Madog is out of range.
Madog takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Madog keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz lands a right hook to the body.
A jab from Madog misses.
Boaz misses with a shot to the body
and Madog counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Madog connects with the punch.
Boaz misses with a hook to the body
and Madog connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Madog throws a nice inside leg kick.
Madog avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Madog swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Madog with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Madog takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Madog displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
A big right from Madog misses.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Madog throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
Iolyn Madog is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Madog counters with a stiff right hand.
Madog scores with a leg kick.
Boaz tries to move into range but Madog moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Good shot there by Boaz.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Madog moved out of range.
Madog steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Madog slips the punch.
Madog is trying to counter with his kicks.
Madog misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Boaz counters with a single leg into guard. Madog didn't expect that.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Madog is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Madog being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Boaz trying to control but Madog is working from the bottom.
Boaz passes into half guard.
Madog is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Madog is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Madog pushes Boaz off looking to stand but Boaz dives back in and keeps control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boaz in particular looking to stall.
Boaz trying to control the action but Madog is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Madog is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold.
Boaz trying to mount his opponent but Madog defends it. #T3#
Madog trying to hold on to Boaz's head to control him but Boaz postures up.
Madog pushes Boaz off looking to stand but Boaz dives back in and keeps control.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Madog keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Madog misses with a lunging right hand
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Madog is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Nice shot by Madog.#TD#
Boaz shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Madog manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Madog seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
Boaz passes Madog's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura here.
Madog wants to get back to his feet.
Boaz is keen to just control but Madog is a slippery customer.
Boaz trying to control the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Madog tries to move into range but Boaz moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Madog throws out the jab.
Madog defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Madog is out of range.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Madog ducks down to avoid it.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Madog swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz digs a good hook to Madog's body.
A low kick from Madog is predictable there
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Madog takes a shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Boaz.
Madog struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Boaz tries to throw a body punch but Madog avoids it by throwing Boaz back against the cage.
Madog lands a nice shot to the body.
Madog scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Madog blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
Madog breaks from the clinch.
Madog dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Madog lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Madog takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boaz will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Madog lands a nice shot that snaps Boaz's head back.
Boaz slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Iolyn Madog seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Madog slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz backing away here, and Madog unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Madog misses with a kick to the body
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boaz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Madog on the side of the head.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Madog avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Madog keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Madog manages to avoid it.#CL#
Boaz gets a clinch.
Boaz prevents a body shot from Madog.
Madog tries to throw a body punch but Boaz avoids it by throwing Madog back against the cage. #BC#
Boaz breaks from the clinch.
Madog scores with a jab to the jaw.
Boaz lands the left hand.
Madog lands with a straight right. Boaz didn't see that one coming.
Boaz doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Madog stuffs the takedown attempt from Boaz. Boaz gets slowly back to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Madog! But no joy.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Madog takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Boaz cracks Madog with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Madog leaves Boaz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Decent striking displayed by Boaz there.
Madog pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boaz half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Madog.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Madog misses with an uppercut.
Boaz misses with a takedown attempt
and Madog cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Madog misses the jab.
Madog turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz wants to clinch.#T4#
Madog throws a chopping leg kick but Boaz manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Madog scores with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz connects with a body shot that sends Madog's belly button to the back.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Madog.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Madog.
It looked like Boaz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Madog.
A looping hook to the body misses from Madog. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Madog lands with a hook. Boaz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Madog keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Boaz throws a sloppy body shot
and Madog counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Madog does a little dance to reset his feet.
Madog throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Madog counters with a stiff right hand.
Madog steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Iolyn Madog will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Madog throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Madog.
#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Madog to the mat! Madog manages to get full guard. #ES2#
Madog manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Madog stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Madog wants it to stay on the feet.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Madog was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Madog swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Madog jabs Boaz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boaz walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Madog misses with a hook.
Madog looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Boaz counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Madog!
Madog regains half guard.
Boaz controlling the action here.
Madog trying to control here.
#T1#
Madog manages to get to full guard.
Boaz stops Madog from standing up.
Madog keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Madog is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up.
Boaz stops Madog from standing up.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Madog is looking to stand up but Boaz isn't so interested in that idea.
Boaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Madog misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Madog looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boaz shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Madog defends it nicely.
Madog misses the shot to the body.
Madog tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Madog.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Madog sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Madog takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nice jab there from Boaz.
Madog connects with a nice looking jab.
Boaz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Boaz scores with a hook to the body. Madog takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Madog throws out a powerful jab.
Madog uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
Madog lands with a nice body kick.
Madog stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Madog wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Madog.
Madog ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Madog scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Madog connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Boaz moves out of range of the leg kick from Madog.
Boaz shoots for a takedown but Madog saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Madog keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz throws a body punch but Madog moves out of range.
Boaz connects with a jab.#T4#
Boaz connects with a jab.
Boaz's corner calls for a 1-2. Boaz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Madog connects with a good right hand that stumbles Boaz. Boaz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Madog.
Madog throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Madog takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Madog avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Madog moved out of range nicely.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Madog loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Madog. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Madog ducks down to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Iolyn Madog comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Madog has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Iolyn Madog!
Our winner, Iolyn Madog, 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.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Steve vs Jones
Date: May 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Boaz misses with a looping right.
Boaz slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Boaz has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Yodsawan Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Some bone on bone action there as Boaz checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Boaz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a good cross that connects.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Boaz tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Boaz swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz throws a sloppy body shot
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Boaz slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz lands a really nice looking cross but Sitsongrit seems unphased.
Boaz takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boaz.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An inside leg kick from Sitsongrit misses.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sitsongrit takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Boaz momentarily.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice uppercut.
A combination from Boaz does no damage.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Nice shot by Sitsongrit.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Boaz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Boaz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sitsongrit's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sitsongrit scrambles back to his feet.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sitsongrit missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Boaz lands a jab to Sitsongrit's midsection.#T3#
Boaz digs a good body shot into Sitsongrit's ribs.
Boaz lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Boaz stuns Sitsongrit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sitsongrit takes one to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Boaz moved away.
Sitsongrit is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sitsongrit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Boaz throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Boaz takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A big right from Boaz misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T4#
The crowd cheers as Boaz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sitsongrit doesn't seem phased though.
Boaz jabs at Sitsongrit's body.
Nice defenses there by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz misses with a jab to the body
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
It looks like Sitsongrit has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Boaz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sitsongrit at a distance.
Yodsawan Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sitsongrit lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Boaz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boaz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boaz.
Sitsongrit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sitsongrit throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD2#
Boaz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sitsongrit is trying to defend but Boaz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sitsongrit tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Sitsongrit's shoulder, as Sitsongrit tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Boaz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sitsongrit stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Boaz misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping right hand.
Boaz defending well as Sitsongrit loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Boaz with a hook.#T1#
Boaz takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CL2#
Boaz drives through and clinches with Sitsongrit against the cage.
Boaz lands a left hand.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Boaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Boaz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Boaz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz goes for a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A low kick from Sitsongrit misses
and Boaz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.#T2#
Boaz connects with a looping right hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
An attempted straight right counter from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Sitsongrit lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts. #TD2#
Boaz decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Boaz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Boaz not doing much here.
Boaz wants to control but Sitsongrit is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sitsongrit holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Yodsawan Sitsongrit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Sitsongrit is looking to improve his position.
Sitsongrit slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sitsongrit is keeping the position for now.
Boaz is still trying to improve position.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongrit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Boaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boaz being controlled here momentarily.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boaz digs a good body shot into Sitsongrit's ribs.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Boaz's head.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Boaz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Boaz lands a nice hook to Sitsongrit's body. Sitsongrit takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut
and Boaz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
A quick step to the side and Sitsongrit tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Sitsongrit moves away and avoids it.
Sitsongrit throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Boaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Sitsongrit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Yodsawan Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Boaz slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit. #TD2#
Sitsongrit gets caught flat footed, as Boaz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Sitsongrit has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Boaz off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Boaz's corner calls for a 1-2. Boaz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Boaz needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
Sitsongrit takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left. #TD2#
Boaz 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.
Boaz advances position into side control!
Sitsongrit is looking to regain half guard here but Boaz keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz advances to mount.
Sitsongrit holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Boaz tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#T3#
Sitsongrit is working to get back to half guard.
Boaz controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Sitsongrit has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Sitsongrit!
Boaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Boaz, not yet. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sitsongrit defends well.
Sitsongrit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Boaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boaz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Boaz trying to control but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom.
Sitsongrit manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boaz manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Boaz looking to control.
#SUB2#
Sitsongrit avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Boaz, not yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yodsawan Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Wamberto Boaz!
An out of breath Wamberto Boaz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Verygood vs Alcala
Date: Apr 19, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Pugberg closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Boaz to the mat! Boaz manages to get full guard.
Boaz is controlling Pugberg's posture.
Pugberg trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Pugberg tries to free his leg and advance position but Boaz is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Boaz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pugberg defends it easily.
Boaz is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pugberg trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom.
Boaz tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1##SUB2#
Boaz pushes a forearm under Pugberg's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Pugberg is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans post fight for their support.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Jodson vs Boaz
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Boaz works Jodson's body with a nice hook.
Boaz misses with a hook. Jodson ducked under it nicely.
Boaz's corner calls for a 1-2. Boaz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
That kick from Jodson tenderised Boaz's leg. Boaz is trying to keep his angry face on.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jodson.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Boaz has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Jodson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Jodson missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jodson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Boaz slips under a jab from Jodson.
A left lands for Jodson.
Jodson misses with a leg kick.
Boaz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boaz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jodson connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jodson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz slips under a jab from Jodson.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jodson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dohn Jodson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jodson moves away.
Jodson throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Boaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Jodson slips under a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Jodson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jodson throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Jodson avoids it with no problem.
Jodson misses with an uppercut.
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Jodson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jodson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Boaz connects with a body shot.
Jodson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Boaz looks to land a combination. Jodson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've been told by Jodson's head coaches at AK Beasties that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz misses with a shot to the body
and Jodson counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jodson misses with the combination.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jodson manages to avoid it.#T2#
Boaz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jodson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jodson manages to avoid it.
Jodson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jodson missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boaz! But no joy.
Jodson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jodson sets himself, and Boaz steps forward looking for the clinch! Jodson avoids it this time.
Boaz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jodson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jodson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boaz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jodson's head backwards.
Boaz scores with a decent looking hook.
Jodson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jodson is looking to score with low kicks.
Boaz checks a leg kick.
Jodson lunges at Boaz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Boaz's hand.
Jodson throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Boaz changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Boaz works Jodson's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Jodson tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Jodson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jodson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boaz throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jodson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jodson.
Boaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz swings for the body but Jodson moves out of range.
Jodson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Jodson's head but Jodson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jodson was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Jodson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Jodson is just out of range.
Dohn Jodson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A leg kick checked by Boaz.#T4#
Jodson tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Jodson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz scores with the left hand. Jodson knows he should have avoided that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
Boaz is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jodson rather than just go for the knockout.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Jodson defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Jodson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boaz is out of range and Jodson settles back down.
Jodson lands a jab to the nose.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jodson.
Jodson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice shot by Jodson.
Boaz takes a swing at Jodson's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jodson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Boaz circles away quickly and effectively.
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Jodson avoids the body shot from Boaz.
It looked like Jodson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Boaz.
Jodson lands a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dohn Jodson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Jodson misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Jodson misses.
Jodson lands with a straight right. Boaz didn't see that one coming.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Jodson.
Jodson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A shot to the liver by Jodson. Beautiful body shot.
Jodson throws an off balance right hand
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jodson swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Boaz connects with a single shot there.
Jodson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Jodson misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jodson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boaz.
Jodson loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dohn Jodson is winning the standup battle so far.
Boaz misses the jab.
Jodson throws a solid leg kick but Boaz takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jodson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz misses with a body shot
and Jodson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Jodson moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Jodson misses the target.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jodson.
Jodson misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Boaz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Boaz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Jodson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jodson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jodson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jodson is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jodson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T2##SUB2#
Boaz drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jodson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jodson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jodson! #REVR#
Boaz tries to improve position but can't.
Jodson remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Jodson working away.
Boaz tries to improve position but can't.
Boaz seems a little lost for a moment, as Jodson dominates the positioning.#T3#
Boaz is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boaz looks to move to half guard but instead Jodson has passed into mount! Damn!
Boaz is squirming around, avoiding Jodson's attempts to control the action.
Jodson prevents Boaz from getting the reversal.
Jodson content just to control the position here.
Boaz is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Boaz sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Boaz is trying is best to control the position here.
Boaz is not content to let Jodson control the position.
Boaz is looking for a sweep. Jodson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boaz is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Jodson jumps into side control!
Boaz is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz wants to control but Jodson postures up.#SU#
Jodson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dohn Jodson dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jodson.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jodson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jodson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Boaz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jodson throws a leg kick which misses Boaz's front leg but catches the back leg as Boaz tries to avoid it.
Jodson slips a straight right by Boaz.
Jodson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Jodson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jodson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jodson misses with a low kick.
Jodson stuns Boaz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jodson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jodson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jodson just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Jodson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jodson lands with a hook. Boaz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Jodson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jodson throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz dodges the punch combination from Jodson.
Jodson wants to land a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Jodson throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The fighters circling - Jodson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jodson looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jodson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A telegraphed right hand from Jodson misses the target.
Jodson throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz throws a jab when Jodson was well out of range.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jodson.
Boaz swings for the body but Jodson moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jodson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boaz walks into a straight right hand from Jodson.
Boaz works the jab nicely.
Jodson lands with a good body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Jodson misses the target.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jodson.
Jodson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jodson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jodson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Boaz falls off balance throwing a combination
and Jodson counters with a low kick, right behind Boaz 's knee.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jodson ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jodson.
Jodson lands a jab-cross combination.
A jab from Boaz finds it's way through Jodson's defenses.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jodson.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Jodson.
Boaz throws a poor cross that misses
and Jodson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The fighters circling - Jodson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz misses with a hook. Jodson ducked under it nicely.
Jodson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jodson connects with an inside leg kick.
Jodson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jodson.
Boaz tries to bum rush Jodson with a series of wild strikes but Jodson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jodson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T4#
No joy there for Jodson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little jabbing left from Boaz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jodson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Jodson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Boaz. Those never looked like landing.
Boaz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jodson connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Boaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jodson scores with a shot to the body.
Jodson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Boaz.
Jodson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jodson lands a really nice looking cross but Boaz seems unphased.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Jodson's shoulder, as Jodson tries to avoid the shot.
Jodson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jodson doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dohn Jodson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jodson has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dohn Jodson!
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Thomas vs Ahma
Date: Mar 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Chugman is looking to clinch.
Boaz connects with a single shot there.
Chugman looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Boaz scores with a jab. Chugman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Chugman has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#CL2#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Chugman pulls guard successfully.
Boaz passes Chugman's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Chugman is refusing to be controlled, as Boaz sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz trying to mount his opponent but Chugman defends it.
Boaz controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz tries to stand but can't do so whilst Chugman controls his leg.
Boaz trying to control the pace. #T1#
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Chugman is defending the position.
Chugman is trying to get back to full guard.
Boaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boaz tries to pass to full mount but Chugman defends it.
Boaz uses his free foot to push down on Chugman's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Chugman. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Boaz pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Boaz prevents Chugman from getting the reversal.
Chugman tries to hold on but Boaz postures up.
Boaz looking to control but Chugman is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Chugman haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Chugman slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T3#
Boaz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Chugman actively working from the bottom here.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Chugman is defending well.
Chugman is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Chugman wants to get back to full guard.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chugman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Chugman is defending the position.
Boaz is taking a breather. Chugman says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz is trying to control. Chugman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Chugman actively working from the bottom here.
Chugman tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Boaz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boaz is stalling here. Chugman is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Boaz seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Chugman has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SUB#
Chugman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Boaz tests Chugman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Boaz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chugman throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Boaz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boaz scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Chugman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Chugman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Boaz looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Chugman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boaz is aware though and is defending well.
Chugman wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Chugman keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Chugman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Chugman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Chugman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boaz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boaz pushing down on Chugman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chugman keeps working.
Chugman is positioning himself well to prevent Boaz advancing to mount.
Boaz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Chugman is trying desperately to improve position.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Chugman is squirming around nicely.
Chugman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Chugman wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.#T3##SUB2#
Boaz is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Chugman has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Boaz prevents Chugman from getting the reversal.
Chugman bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chugman defends well.
Chugman is fighting to break Boaz's control of his arms but Boaz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Our spies down at at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic inform us that Boaz has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4#
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Chugman from controlling successfully.
Chugman preventing the sweep.
Boaz is trying to control the position but Chugman postures up.
Chugman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Boaz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chugman trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Chugman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Chugman lands a slapping body shot.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chugman.
Chugman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Boaz defends it nicely.
Chugman wants to clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Boaz or perhaps it was just good defense by Chugman, which made it look bad.
A lazy left from Boaz finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chugman.
Chugman shoots for a double leg takedown but Boaz sprawls well. He's pushed Chugman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Boaz unleashes a big counter combination but Chugman bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD#
Boaz gets caught flat footed, as Chugman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chugman defends well.
Wamberto Boaz has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1##SUB2#
Boaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Boaz looking for a guillotine here but Chugman defends easily.
Boaz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chugman's guard. #REVB#
Boaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chugman keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #T2#
Boaz content to stall in guard here.
Chugman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Boaz postures up.
Chugman keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Chugman trying to keep a closed guard but Boaz is proving a slippery customer.
#T3##SUB#
Chugman looking for a guillotine here but Boaz defends easily.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Chugman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chugman seems keen to control Boaz's posture.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Chugman keeps moving.
Boaz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Boaz has a takedown stuffed.
Klaus Chugman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chugman tries to close the distance and clinch but Boaz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Chugman shoots in but Boaz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Chugman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Chugman.
Chugman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Boaz defends it nicely.
Chugman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chugman tries to counter with a takedown but Boaz is quick to defend against it.
Boaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chugman.
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chugman swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Boaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boaz throws the left hand but Chugman avoids the punch easily.
Chugman fails with a takedown attempt.
Boaz now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Boaz 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
During a confident post fight interview, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Snowdon vs Scrotum
Date: Feb 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Verygood throws a good cross that connects.
Verygood looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Verygood swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slow jab from Verygood misses its intended target.
Verygood connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Verygood lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Boaz.
Verygood lands an overhand right.
Boaz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Boaz!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Verygood slips the punch.
Boaz scores with a hook.
Kurt Verygood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Verygood misses with an uppercut
and Boaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Verygood goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Boaz blocks the body kick.
#TD#
Boaz drives through with a takedown into Verygood's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Verygood keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Verygood is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boaz is aware though and is defending well.
Boaz controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Verygood is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boaz defends well.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Verygood is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up. #SUB2#
Verygood has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boaz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Our spies down at at Team Alpha Midget inform us that Verygood has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Boaz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Verygood keeps moving. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Verygood will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Verygood is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up.
Boaz is stalling in the full guard.
Verygood is pulling down on Boaz's head. It's preventing any offense from Boaz, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Verygood misses the jab.
Jab from Boaz.
Verygood throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Verygood connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kurt Verygood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Verygood wants to clinch up but Boaz keeps it at a distance.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Verygood manages to avoid it.
Verygood misses with a looping left.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T3#
Verygood throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Verygood lands a jab.
Verygood misses the body punch
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Verygood with a hook.
Verygood thuds a left hand into Boaz's body.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Verygood.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Verygood tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Verygood.
Verygood throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Verygood connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Verygood.
Verygood displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Boaz lands a head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A chopping leg kick lands by Verygood.
Verygood leaves Boaz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Verygood looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Verygood is out of range. #T4#
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Verygood doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Verygood lands a nice looking body shot.
Verygood throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Verygood misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Verygood fails with an attempt to clinch.
The fighters circling - Verygood throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz catches Verygood with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Verygood checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Boaz swats away the attempt to clinch by Verygood.
Verygood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz lands with a hook. Verygood tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Verygood.
Boaz takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Boaz gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Boaz throws a body punch but Verygood moves out of range.
A nice side step and Verygood releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Verygood ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Kurt Verygood will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Verygood explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Verygood attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Verygood moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Boaz will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Verygood throws the kick towards the body but Boaz avoids it.
Verygood throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD#
Boaz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Verygood is trying to defend but Boaz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Verygood is trying to control but can't.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Verygood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boaz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boaz trying to control the action but Verygood is working from the bottom. #T1#
Boaz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Verygood trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Verygood looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boaz trying to control from Verygood's half guard. Verygood has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Verygood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Verygood working for a triangle but Boaz defends it easily.
Boaz content to stall in guard here.
Boaz trying to control but Verygood is working from the bottom.
Boaz looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Verygood scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Verygood ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verygood moves away.
Verygood misses with a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Verygood scores with a push kick.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Verygood.
Verygood lands with an overhand left.
Verygood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Verygood changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Verygood swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Verygood misses with a low kick.
Verygood throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kurt Verygood seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Verygood fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Verygood was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Verygood lands a nice shot to the body.
Verygood scores with a jab to the body.
Verygood misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Verygood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
A telegraphed right hand from Verygood misses the target.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Verygood is out of range.
Verygood throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz throws the left hand but Verygood avoids the punch easily.
Verygood bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Boaz's head backwards.
Verygood uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Boaz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Verygood misses with a leg kick.
Verygood throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Verygood throws out a leg kick but Boaz moves out of range and Verygood only half commits.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Verygood misses with a looping right.
Boaz misses with a hook.
Verygood walks into a left hand.
Verygood connects with a nice looking jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kurt Verygood showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
The fighters circling - Verygood throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kurt Verygood is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Verygood jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Verygood staying out of range there.
Verygood throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Verygood slips the punch.
Verygood connects with a leg kick. Boaz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Verygood.
Verygood misses with a body shot.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Verygood wants to clinch up but Boaz keeps it at a distance.
Verygood with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A shot to the body from Boaz misses
and Verygood connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Verygood misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz ducks right into an uppercut from Verygood.
Verygood displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Verygood throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Boaz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz postures up.
Verygood pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Verygood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Verygood keeps moving.
Boaz postures up.
Boaz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Verygood keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Verygood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Verygood is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz swings for the body but Verygood moves out of range.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Verygood was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Verygood slips a jab and a cross from Boaz.
Verygood lands a jab to Boaz's midsection.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verygood moves away.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Verygood sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Verygood throws a leg kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Verygood is just out of range.
Verygood throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Verygood connects with the punch.
Verygood looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Boaz is looking to counter the offense by Verygood and move into the clinch.
Verygood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.#T3#
Verygood misses with a body shot.
A slapping body kick lands there for Verygood.
Verygood feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Boaz's calf.
Boaz throws the left hand but Verygood avoids the punch easily.
Verygood doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Verygood fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice uppercut there from Verygood.
Boaz keeps the fight on the outside.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Verygood tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Verygood.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Verygood avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verygood moves away.
Verygood buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Verygood moves away and avoids it.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Verygood lands a right hook to the body.
#T4#
Verygood ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Verygood.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Verygood.
Verygood misses with a body shot.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Verygood gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Boaz.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verygood moves away.
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Verygood fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boaz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Verygood but Verygood pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Verygood connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Verygood scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Verygood connects with a good right hand that stumbles Boaz. Boaz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Verygood throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kurt Verygood comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Verygood winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kurt Verygood!
A relieved looking Kurt Verygood thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Boaz vs Lomachenko
Date: Feb 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lomachenko.
Lomachenko slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lomachenko manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a hook but Lomachenko avoids it easily.
Lomachenko swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Lomachenko is just out of range.
Lomachenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Lomachenko.
Boaz lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Lomachenko shoots in looking for a takedown. Boaz tries to sprawl out of it but Lomachenko keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Boaz manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lomachenko throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz connects with a nice looking jab.
#TD2#
Lomachenko looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Boaz!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Lomachenko throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Lomachenko in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Boaz struggling a bit here.
Lomachenko working the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lomachenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lomachenko connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Boaz some visible discomfort.
Lomachenko lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Boaz down.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Lomachenko working away.
Boaz tries to bench press Lomachenko off him but Lomachenko keeps the position.
Boaz takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#T2#
Boaz is trying to get back to half guard.
Boaz sneaks back into half guard.
Boaz keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lomachenko drops an elbow to the side of Boaz's head.
Lomachenko landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
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. Lomachenko connects with a nice short shot to Boaz's temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lomachenko scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Lomachenko is thwarting Boaz's attempts to control the position.
Boaz keeping hold of Lomachenko's head, controlling as best he can.
Lomachenko missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Lomachenko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boaz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lomachenko.
Lomachenko throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Boaz trying to control from the bottom.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Boaz is defending against the submission attempts here by Lomachenko.
Lomachenko lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Boaz blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lomachenko.
Boaz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lomachenko is working away from the top position though.
Boaz tries to get to full guard but Lomachenko has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lomachenko.
Lomachenko winds up and cracks Boaz with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lomachenko throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Boaz to regain full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evgeni Lomachenko 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#
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Lomachenko is just out of range.
Lomachenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Boaz defends it well.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz throws a body punch but Lomachenko moves out of range.
Lomachenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lomachenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.#TD#
Boaz decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lomachenko is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lomachenko won't allow Boaz to pass to mount.
Boaz prevents Lomachenko from improving his position.
Lomachenko missing with punches from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz is taking a breather. Lomachenko says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Evgeni Lomachenko has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lomachenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lomachenko 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.#T1##SUB#
Boaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lomachenko sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Lomachenko actively working from the bottom here.
Boaz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lomachenko wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
Boaz is trying to control the action in half guard but Lomachenko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lomachenko is looking to improve his position.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Lomachenko is defending the position.
Boaz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Boaz wants to control but Lomachenko is keeping him busy.
Lomachenko moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Lomachenko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boaz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boaz wants to control but Lomachenko is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lomachenko works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boaz showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Lomachenko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boaz stands and throws Lomachenko's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Boaz postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Lomachenko tries to improve position but can't.
Lomachenko manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Boaz gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a triangle but Lomachenko pushes his legs off easily.
#T4#
Lomachenko scoring with some ground and pound.
Boaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lomachenko looking to pass the guard.
Boaz looking to control.
Lomachenko cracks Boaz with a solid left hand.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boaz is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Boaz throwing strikes from guard but Lomachenko blocks nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lomachenko keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Lomachenko tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lomachenko misses the shot to the body.
Boaz attempts a counter takedown but Lomachenko avoids it well and moves away.
Lomachenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Jab, jab by Boaz - just one landing.
Lomachenko is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Boaz rather than just go for the knockout.
Boaz thuds his right hand into Lomachenko's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lomachenko shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Boaz as he avoids it easily.
Lomachenko dives in for a single leg takedown but Boaz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Boaz misses with a hook. Lomachenko ducked under it nicely.
Lomachenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lomachenko takes one to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lomachenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lomachenko.
Boaz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Boaz thuds a left hand into Lomachenko's body.
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!
Lomachenko lands a head shot.#T1#
Lomachenko checks the leg kick nicely there.
Boaz throws the left hand but Lomachenko avoids the punch easily.
Nice shot lands for Boaz.
Boaz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lomachenko at a distance.
Lomachenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz defending well as Lomachenko loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lomachenkos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Boaz leaves Lomachenko with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Wamberto Boaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Evgeni Lomachenko.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Lomachenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz digs a good body shot into Lomachenko's ribs.
Lomachenko takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A swing and a miss from Lomachenko.
Lomachenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lomachenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.#T2#
Lomachenko takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Boaz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Lomachenko shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Boaz napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lomachenko cracks Boaz with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB2#
Lomachenko is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boaz has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boaz manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Boaz keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boaz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lomachenko makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Boaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Boaz, not yet.
Lomachenko trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Boaz manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T3#
Boaz wants to control from the top but Lomachenko keeps moving.
Boaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lomachenko's guard.
Lomachenko won't allow Boaz to pass to mount.
Lomachenko connecting with a few gentle strikes.
Lomachenko wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
Boaz controlling the pace.
Boaz is keen to just control but Lomachenko is a slippery customer.
Lomachenko wants to get back to full guard but Boaz has mounted him!#T4#
Lomachenko tries to reverse the position but Boaz maintains control.
Boaz controlling the position easily from mount.
Boaz'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.
Boaz looking to control but Lomachenko is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Lomachenko defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Boaz.
Boaz looking to control but Lomachenko is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lomachenko prevents Boaz from taking his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
An out of breath Wamberto Boaz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Alcala vs Boaz
Date: Jan 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Alcala uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Alcala misses with a looping right.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Alcala misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Alcala takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Alcala misses.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alcala tries to score with a low kick but Boaz moves his leg out of the way.
Alcala misses with a body shot
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Alcala sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Boaz somewhat.
Alcala thuds his right hand into Boaz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Boaz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alcala tries to clinch
and Boaz counters with a two punch combo.
Alcala fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL2#
Alcala moves into range and clinches up with Boaz.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alcala doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Boaz looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Alcala lands a shot to the body.
Alcala lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short left from Alcala.
A right hook to the body lands for Boaz.
Boaz swings wildly with an uppercut but Alcala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alcala tries to work over Boaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alcala swings wildly with an uppercut but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alcala goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alcala misses with a punch to the body.
Alcala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Alcala throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
Alcala prevents a body shot from Boaz.
Boaz throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Alcala throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alcala's elbow.
Boaz is leaning against Alcala and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Alcala lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alcala misses with the head strike.
Alcala blocks an uppercut.
Boaz lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Alcala misses with a body punch.
Alcala has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Boaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Alcala misses with a short punch on the inside.
Alcala lands with a left to the head.
Alcala lands with a light punch inside.
Alcala blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#TD#
Boaz pulls guard.
Boaz wants to hit a switch here but Alcala passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Boaz there! #SU2#
Alcala stands up from mount. Strange move. #T3#
Nice cross by Alcala.
Alcala throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alcala misses with a hook.
Boaz takes one to the chin there.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz lands a jab.
A slow jab from Alcala misses its intended target.
Alcala looks to land a combination. Boaz sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Alcala lands with a good body shot.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alcala is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Alcala lands a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alcala misses with a left hand
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Alcala closes the distance and pushes Boaz back into the cage.#T4#
Boaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alcala's elbow.
A body shot lands from Boaz.
Alcala throws a head punch that misses.
Alcala lands a body shot.
Boaz blocks an uppercut.
Alcala throws a head punch that misses.
Alcala misses with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz is looking to break free of the clinch but Alcala has double underhooks.
Alcala lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Boaz scores with a hook to the body.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Alcala.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Alcala lands a hook that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
A short right from Alcala on the inside.
Boaz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Alcala makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Alcala takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alcala stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lito Alcala dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Alcala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz digs a good hook to Alcala's body.
Alcala has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alcala throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Alcala throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz scores with a sloppy right hand. Alcala should have avoided that one.
Some wild striking there from Alcala.
Alcala waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
Alcala is looking to chop away at Boaz's legs.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Alcala throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Boaz slips a jab from Alcala.
Alcala tries to clinch up.
Alcala connects with a single shot there.
Alcala throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alcala throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Alcala blocks a jab.
Alcala looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A combination from Alcala does no damage.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Alcala.
Alcala misses with a looping right.
Alcala defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Lito Alcala seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Alcala uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Alcala throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alcala thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Alcala moved out of range.
Alcala steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Alcala rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boaz moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Alcala throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz throws a body punch but Alcala moves out of range.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Alcala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Alcala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Boaz throws the left hand but Alcala avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Boaz scores with a nice right hand.
Alcala tries to clinch there but Boaz circles away.
A left lands for Alcala.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Alcala moved out of range.
Alcala loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Alcala connects with a crisp jab.
Boaz checks a leg kick.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Alcala misses with a body shot.
Alcala misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Boaz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Alcala misses with an uppercut.
Boaz attempts a counter takedown but Alcala avoids it well and moves away.
Alcala checks a low kick from Boaz.
Nice defenses there by Boaz.
Alcala swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alcala throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Alcala throws a right hand that misses
and Alcala takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boaz checks a low kick from Alcala.#T3#
Boaz lands an overhand right.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
A big left from Alcala misses.
Alcala lunges at Boaz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Boaz's hand.
Alcala misses with a body shot.
Alcala connects with a nice looking jab.
#CL#
Boaz takes the fight into the clinch.
Alcala lands an uppercut.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Alcala backwards.
Boaz throws a head punch that misses.
Boaz jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Alcala walks away with a smile on his face. Boaz gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Boaz thuds a left hand into Alcala's body.
Lito Alcala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alcala cracks Boaz with a right hand to the side of the head.
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!
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Alcala in his tracks.
Lito Alcala is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Alcala slips under a jab from Boaz.#T4#
Boaz throws the left hand but Alcala avoids the punch easily.
Boaz has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Alcala tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz tries to counter with a takedown but Alcala is quick to defend against it.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz throws the left hand but Alcala avoids the punch easily.
Alcala misses with a straight left.
Alcala misses with an uppercut. Boaz saw that one coming.
Alcala lands with a straight right. Boaz didn't see that one coming.
Alcala throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Alcala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES2#
Alcala kicks Boaz off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Alcala swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lito Alcala showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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.
#R3#
Boaz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Alcala throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Donk. Alcala catches Boaz right on the button with a cross.
Boaz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Alcala keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alcala.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Alcala missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Alcala sprawls and moves away.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alcala lands a really nice looking cross but Boaz seems unphased.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alcala moves away.
Alcala goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alcala looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Alcala moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Boaz takes a swing at Alcala's ribcage but misses.
Alcala throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alcala misses with a two punch combination.
Alcala misses the body punch
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Alcala throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alcala misses with a few strikes there.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Alcala throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Boaz.
Alcala swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Alcala thinking.
Alcala throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
Alcala slips a straight right by Boaz.
Boaz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Boaz lands in his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alcala wants to stand but Boaz is controlling the position. #T2#
Boaz controlling from the top position.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Alcala is keeping the position.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Alcala keeps moving.
Alcala is looking to stand up but Boaz isn't so interested in that idea.
Alcala being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Boaz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Alcala misses with a straight left.
Boaz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Boaz swings for the body but Alcala moves out of range.
Alcala misses with a straight left.
Boaz tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Alcala swivels and escapes.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alcala throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Alcala looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Alcala avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
Boaz throws the kick towards the body but Alcala avoids it.
Boaz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Alcala.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Alcala tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
Boaz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Alcala tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Boaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alcala works Boaz's body with a nice hook.
Alcala throws a front kick that sends Boaz stumbling back into the cage.
Boaz takes a swing at Alcala's ribcage but misses.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Alcala throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Alcala wants to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alcala slips a jab from Boaz.
A shot to the body from Alcala misses
and Alcala takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alcala misses with a body shot.
Boaz cracks Alcala with a good jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Wamberto Boaz did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Boaz checks a leg kick.
Alcala misses with a series of wild punches.
Alcala throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz connects with a single shot there.
Alcala jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alcala slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
Alcala staying out of range there.
Alcala scores with a leg kick.
Alcala misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Alcala wants to counter the offense by Boaz and move into the clinch position.
Alcala swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz throws a body punch but Alcala moves out of range.
Alcala swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz dodges the punch combination from Alcala.
#T1#
Boaz cracks Alcala with a right hand to the side of the head.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz takes one to the side of the head.
Alcala takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Alcala ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Alcala flicks out a counter leg kick but Boaz steps away.
Boaz cracks a nice hook into Alcala's ribs.
A nice combination there by Alcala.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Alcala misses.
Alcala throws a right hand that Boaz ducks under and follows up with a left that Boaz also avoids with ease.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Alcala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alcala takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Alcala misses with a hook.
Alcala slips under a jab from Boaz.
Alcala looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alcala is looking to clinch but Boaz is avoiding it.
Alcala tries to bum rush Boaz with a series of wild strikes but Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Alcala connects with a crisp jab.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Alcala slips the punch.
Boaz cracks a nice hook into Alcala's ribs.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Alcala prevents Boaz from improving position.
Alcala is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Alcala is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Boaz is controlling him well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
Alcala is trying to buck Boaz off.
Boaz has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Alcala!
Boaz wants to control the pace but Alcala is squirming around nicely.
Boaz moves to take his opponent's back.
Alcala staying busy and making it hard for Boaz to control. #SUB#
Boaz has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Alcala has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here.
#T4#
Alcala is trying to stand back up.
Boaz trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Alcala doesn't escape. #SUB#
Boaz patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Alcala is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Boaz is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Alcala is trying to get back to his feet but Boaz has full control of the position and if anything, Alcala has just worked his way into a worse spot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Boaz throws a body punch but Alcala moves out of range.
A punch combination from Alcala misses.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Alcala looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
Alcala uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz throws out a powerful jab.
Alcala tries to clinch but Boaz moves out of range.
Alcala rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boaz moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Alcala throws a right hand that Boaz ducks under and follows up with a left that Boaz also avoids with ease.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alcala misses with a hook to the body
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alcala swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Alcala throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz takes a swing at Alcala's ribcage but misses.
An inside leg kick from Alcala misses. #T1#
Alcala is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Alcala fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz swinging wildly here.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Alcala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alcala! But no joy.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Alcala's head but Alcala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alcala lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Alcala fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Boaz checks it well.
Boaz tries to counter with a takedown but Alcala is quick to defend against it.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Alcala swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Boaz swats away the attempt to clinch by Alcala.
Alcala misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alcala throws a lazy uppercut
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Alcala's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boaz under the eye.#T2#
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alcala takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Boaz slips under a jab from Alcala.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Alcala moved out of range nicely.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Alcala sprawls well. Alcala wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Boaz gets slowly back to his feet.#CL2#
Alcala moves into range and clinches up with Boaz.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alcala lands a right hand.
Alcala blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Alcala throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
Alcala misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Alcala fails to land.
Alcala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Alcala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Alcala misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Alcala.
Alcala scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lito Alcala seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Alcala lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Boaz tries to work over Alcala's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Boaz successfully pulls guard.
Boaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alcala wants to stand but Boaz is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU2#
Alcala stands and steps away. Boaz gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T4#
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Alcala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Alcala counters with a nice uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Alcala. Those never looked like landing.
Alcala misses with a looping left.
Boaz scores with a jab to the jaw.
Boaz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Alcala stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alcala fails in his attempt to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Alcala connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Boaz momentarily.
Alcala slips a jab from Boaz.
Alcala works the jab nicely.
Alcala fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Boaz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Alcala connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lito Alcala comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Alcala has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 47:48
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 47:48
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lito Alcala!
Lito Alcala is the new bantamweight champion!
Lito Alcala tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMPIRE 1
Date: Dec 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Yoshida slips under a jab.
Yoshida looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yoshida was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Yoshida moved out of range.
Yoshida throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
A shot to the body from Boaz misses
and Yoshida makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Yoshida throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches.
Yoshida is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Boaz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yoshida scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Yoshida backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Boaz.
Boaz tries to land knees in the clinch but Yoshida avoids the damage to the body.
Yoshida blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Yoshida fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boaz takes a shot to the head. #T1##BC2#
Yoshida pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Yoshida misses with a body shot
#TD#
and Boaz counters with a takedown into side control.
Boaz trying to control the action but Yoshida is working from the bottom.
Boaz tries to advance to mount but can't.
Yoshida is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Yoshida is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is trying to get an arm triangle but Yoshida is defending well. #T2#
Boaz trying to control the position but Yoshida is working away. #SUB#
Boaz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Yoshida rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Boaz's guard! Nice work there by Yoshida! #SUB#
Boaz has his foot on Yoshida's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yoshida works his way back into a safe position though.
Boaz has a closed guard, preventing Yoshida from standing up. #SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3#
Boaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Boaz, not yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boaz is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Boaz wants to control from the top but Yoshida keeps moving.
Boaz trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Yoshida manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Yoshida trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom.
Boaz wants to sweep here but Yoshida controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Boaz wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Yoshida is now in half guard.
Boaz is refusing to be controlled, as Yoshida sits in half guard.
Yoshida sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boaz wants to get back to full guard.
Yoshida looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Yoshida turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz swings for the body but Yoshida moves out of range.
Yoshida bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz throws a right and a left that Yoshida avoids nicely.
Yoshida appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boaz misses with a leg kick.
Yoshida ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Yoshida doesn't seem bothered though.
Yoshida connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Yoshida lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Yoshida.
Yoshida looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Boaz works the jab nicely.
Boaz walks into a left hand.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Yoshida slips a jab and a cross from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Yoshida tries a quick counter leg kick but Boaz is wise to it.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Yoshida moves away and avoids it.
A shot to the body from Yoshida misses #TD#
and Boaz counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Yoshida manages to get to full guard.
Boaz passes into half guard.
Boaz controlling the action here.
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Yoshida is working away. #T2#
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Yoshida is defending the position.
Boaz moves into full mount! Yoshida won't be happy about that!
Yoshida tries to hold on but Boaz postures up.
Boaz takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Boaz has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Yoshida's body.
Yoshida is trying to get back to his feet but Boaz has full control of the position and if anything, Yoshida has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Boaz looking for the RNC. #T3#
Yoshida prevents Boaz from getting a body triangle.
Boaz keeps control of the position easily here as Yoshida tries to buck him off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for the choke from the back position but Yoshida is controlling his hands well.
Boaz keeps control of the position as Yoshida tries to break free.
Yoshida is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Boaz off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Boaz looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Boaz working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Boaz has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Yoshida has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#T4#
Boaz wants to control the position but Yoshida frees himself and scrambles - Boaz manages to regain control in side control.
Yoshida is not content to let Boaz control the position. #SUB#
Boaz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Yoshida can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Yoshida is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Yoshida moves out of range as Boaz strikes.#CL2#
Yoshida clinches.
Boaz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Yoshida avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Boaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yoshida can do to turn this around?
Boaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Yoshida controls his hands.
Yoshida doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yoshida blocks an uppercut.
Yoshida tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boaz lands a shot to the body.
Yoshida has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Boaz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boaz.
Yoshida misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida blocks a body shot from Boaz.
Yoshida misses with a punch on the inside.
Yoshida goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yoshida doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yoshida misses with some punches.
#T1#
Yoshida misses with the head strike.
Boaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Yoshida backwards.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Yoshida.
Boaz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yoshida is pressed up against the cage. Boaz has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Yoshida down to the mat. Yoshida avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Yoshida sprawls well. Yoshida wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Boaz gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Yoshida, right into the meat.
Yoshida comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Yoshida does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Yoshida connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Yoshida moved out of range nicely.
Boaz throws a leg kick that is checked
and Yoshida counters with a thumping low kick.
Boaz scores with a hook to the body. Yoshida takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Yoshida counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boaz lands a glancing blow to the side of Yoshida's head.
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!
Boaz is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Yoshida.
Yoshida moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Yoshida lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoshida is just out of range.
Boaz scores with the left hand. Yoshida knows he should have avoided that one.
Yoshida swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Yoshida looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Takashi Yoshida is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yoshida with a nice cross.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T3#
No luck for Boaz with that takedown attempt.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Yoshida tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Boaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Yoshida throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Boaz staying out of range there.
Yoshida takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Yoshida moves forwards but Boaz connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Yoshida has managed to clinch.
Yoshida swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yoshida misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yoshida misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4#
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz wants a takedown but no success here.
Boaz lands an uppercut.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Yoshida.
Boaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Yoshida as the two fighters clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshida misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Yoshida.
Yoshida stops a takedown attempt from Boaz.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Boaz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Yoshida misses with the head strike.
Boaz content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Yoshida fails to land.
Yoshida lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yoshida lands with a short shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
A swing and a miss from Yoshida.
Yoshida throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Boaz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Yoshida misses with a leg kick.
Yoshida thuds his right hand into Boaz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Yoshida walks into a jab.
Yoshida throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Yoshida jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yoshida lands a leg kick that knocks Boaz off balance momentarily.
Yoshida ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Yoshida counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Boaz digs a good body shot into Yoshida's ribs.
Yoshida dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Boaz. That did some damage!
Yoshida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yoshida.
Yoshida throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Yoshida.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.#CL2#
Yoshida moves into range and clinches up with Boaz.
Yoshida working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Boaz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Boaz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Boaz has a couple of punches blocked by Yoshida.
Boaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Boaz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Boaz is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Yoshida pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A right hook to the body lands for Yoshida.
Yoshida throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Boazs head.
Yoshida swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yoshida has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yoshida.
Boaz misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2##BC2#
Yoshida breaks from the clinch.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yoshida.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Yoshida, as that shot connected.
Boaz swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Yoshida counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz throws a right hand that misses
and Yoshida counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Takashi Yoshida has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Yoshida stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Yoshida wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yoshida keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yoshida connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Yoshida scores with a leg kick.
Yoshida drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Boaz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3#
Yoshida ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boaz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoshida is just out of range.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Yoshida quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Yoshida manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Boaz keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Yoshida blocks an uppercut.
#BC2#
Yoshida's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Yoshida swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Yoshida pinned against the cage. Yoshida gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Yoshida looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
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!
Yoshida lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4#
Yoshida slaps away a takedown attempt from Boaz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Yoshida.
Boaz fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Yoshida avoids it really well and circles away.
Yoshida throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz lands the left hand.
Yoshida tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Boaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshida throws a nice inside leg kick.
Yoshida misses with a hook.
A counter left hand to the body from Boaz misses its target.
Yoshida with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
Boaz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yoshida.
Yoshida tests Boaz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A shot to the liver by Boaz. Beautiful body shot.
Boaz shoots and misses
and Yoshida counters with a straight right hand.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Yoshida.
Boaz throws a hook but Yoshida avoids it easily.
Boaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Yoshida throws a solid leg kick but Boaz takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Yoshida.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida misses with a straight left.
Yoshida staying out of range there.
Jab, jab by Boaz - just one landing.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yoshida moves away.#T1#
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yoshida.
A quick step to the side and Boaz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick from Yoshida misses.
Boaz with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD#
Boaz shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Boaz showed some decent athleticism there.
Boaz works his foot free and advances to mount.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Wamberto Boaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Yoshida stops Boaz from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Yoshida keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Yoshida is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Yoshida is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Boaz is staying active.
Boaz content just to control the position here.
Yoshida prevents Boaz from taking his back.#T3#
Yoshida working to try and regain half guard.
Yoshida stops Boaz from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Boaz has control of Yoshida's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Yoshida regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Yoshida tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boaz controlling his opponent.
Boaz is trying to take his opponent's back.
Yoshida can't escape the position.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yoshida tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boaz tries to control but Yoshida wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 48:47
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 48:47
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz retains his bantamweight title!
Wamberto Boaz bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
|
|
|
|
Event:
DARE 81
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Aiken fails to land with a series of punches.
Boaz tries to counter with a clinch but Aiken shakes him off and moves away.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd cheers as Boaz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Aiken doesn't seem phased though.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aiken moves away.
A jab from Aiken misses.
Decent striking displayed by Boaz there.#TD2#
Boaz gets a double leg takedown into Aiken's guard.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aiken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz slips nicely into half guard.
Aiken is trying to stand up here but Boaz is controlling him well.
Boaz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Boaz is keen to just control but Aiken is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Aiken is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Aiken won't allow Boaz to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Aiken has managed to free his arm - good work.
Aiken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Aiken controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Aiken won't allow Boaz to pass to mount.
Aiken is looking to escape.
Boaz frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aiken sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Boaz moves nicely into side control.
Aiken struggling a bit here.
Boaz trying to control the action but Aiken is working from the bottom.
Aiken stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Aiken keeps working. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boaz works to advance to full mount. Aiken defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aiken is looking to improve his position but Boaz isn't that keen on the idea.
Aiken just holding on.
Aiken wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Boaz wants to take his opponent's back but Aiken doesn't allow it.
Aiken is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Aiken is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Boaz has taken his back.
You can see the frustration on Aiken's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T4#
Aiken is keeping busy.
Aiken is trying to get back to his feet but Boaz has full control of the position and if anything, Aiken has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB2#
Aiken is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Aiken just trying to survive but Boaz is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, with Boaz on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Aiken is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Aiken prevents Boaz from getting a body triangle.#SUB2#
Aiken defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aiken is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Aiken stuffs the takedown.
We've been told by Aiken's head coaches at Little Lebowski Urban Achievers that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aiken.
Aiken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Aiken closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Boaz blocks a body shot from Aiken.
Aiken misses with a body punch.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Aiken fails to land.
Boaz is looking for a takedown.
Aiken lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aiken misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Boaz breaks the clinch.
A big left from Aiken misses.
A lazy left from Aiken finds it's target.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aiken throws a sloppy body shot
and Boaz counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Boaz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aiken throws out the jab.
Aiken moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Aiken tried to counter with a leg kick but Boaz avoided it.
Boaz misses with a body punch
and Aiken counters with a nice low kick that buckles Boaz's knee momentarily.
Aiken slips a jab and a cross from Boaz.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Aiken misses the target.
Boaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken misses the shot to the body.
Boaz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Aiken counters with a right hand to the body.
Aiken throws a half hearted mid kick.
Aiken defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Aiken connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Boaz is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Aiken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz moves to clinch but Aiken breaks away
and Aiken counters with a low kick, right behind Boaz 's knee.
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!
Aiken looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Aiken counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Aiken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Aiken misses the target.
A slow jab from Aiken misses its intended target.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Aiken.
Boaz lands a right hook to the body.
Boaz jabs Aiken to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Aiken misses. #T3#
Aiken throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Aiken takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Boaz throws a body punch but Aiken moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Boaz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Boaz.
Aiken swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Aiken slips the punch.
Aiken shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boaz with a jab.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Aiken is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Aiken on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Aiken misses the shot to the body.
Aiken tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz lands a slapping body shot.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Aiken slips a straight right by Boaz.
A shot to the body from Boaz misses
and Aiken counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aiken stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Aiken.
Aiken appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boaz lunges at Aiken with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Aiken's hand.
Boaz swings for the body but Aiken moves out of range.
Aiken throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Aiken darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Boaz counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES#
Aiken manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Boaz keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Boaz as Aiken tries to tie him up.
Good body shot from Aiken.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Midick Aiken will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3##TD2#
Boaz darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Boaz is trying to control. Aiken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Aiken is trying to stand back up but Boaz is controlling him
Aiken trying to control here.
Boaz prevents Aiken from standing back up.
Boaz is trying to control the action in half guard but Aiken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Aiken is looking to get back to is feet but Boaz passes into side control.
Aiken tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aiken manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Aiken wants to get back to his feet.
Boaz is trying to maintain the position but Aiken is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Boaz is pressing down on Aiken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boaz looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Boaz has his feet on Aiken's thighs here. He's pushed Aiken off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Aiken screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Wamberto Boaz!
A very excited looking Wamberto Boaz rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 73: Yoshida vs Boaz 3
Date: Sep 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Boaz cracks Yoshida with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Yoshida looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Yoshida throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Yoshida lands the left hand.
Yoshida sizes up Boaz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD2#
Yoshida gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yoshida wants to sweep but no luck.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yoshida looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Boaz controlling from the top position. #T1#
Yoshida has control of Boaz's left arm, preventing Boaz from doing any damage.
Boaz controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boaz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Yoshida struggling a bit here.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Boaz tries to advance to mount but Yoshida denies him.
Yoshida is being controlled here.
Yoshida is looking to regain half guard here but Boaz keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Yoshida manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Yoshida avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Boaz.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yoshida is looking to improve his position.
Boaz passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Yoshida!
Boaz controlling from mount.
Yoshida prevents Boaz from taking his back.
Yoshida can't escape the position.
Boaz fails to take his opponent's back.
Yoshida is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T4#
Boaz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Yoshida is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at AK Beasties that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Boaz wants to finish this one by submission but Yoshida is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Boaz.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Yoshida is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Yoshida is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Yoshida.
Yoshida tries to bum rush Boaz with a series of wild strikes but Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A countering left hand to the body from Boaz misses.
Yoshida avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Boaz misses with a hook to the body
and Yoshida cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
A little feinted left hand from Yoshida on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Boaz moves out of range as Yoshida strikes.
Boaz slips a straight right by Yoshida.
Yoshida throws a nice inside leg kick.
Boaz throws a body punch but Yoshida moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Yoshida throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Yoshida throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jab from Boaz.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yoshida.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Yoshida avoids it with no problem.
Yoshida feints a jab promting Boaz to slip. Yoshida then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Boaz slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Boaz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T1#
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Yoshida counters with a nice uppercut.
Yoshida defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz tries to clinch up but Yoshida circles away and keeps his distance.
Yoshida darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Boaz counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Boaz.
Yoshida has his hands on Boaz's head, controlling the position.
Boaz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Yoshida keeping full guard, as Boaz tries to pass.
Boaz slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Boaz passes to side control.
Boaz trying to control the position but Yoshida is working away.
The referee asks Boaz politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Boaz prefers to stall for the moment though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz wants to control but Yoshida is keeping him busy.
Yoshida is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Boaz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3#
Yoshida gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Yoshida working to try and regain half guard.
Boaz seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Yoshida is holding on tight.
Boaz trying to control but Yoshida is having none of it.
Yoshida is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Yoshida wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.#T4##SUB2#
Boaz is working for a guillotine from mount but Yoshida frees his head quite easily.
Boaz controlling his opponent.
Yoshida stops Boaz from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yoshida is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Boaz with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
A slow jab from Yoshida misses its intended target.
Yoshida uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Yoshida is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Yoshida slips a straight right by Boaz.
Yoshida swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
Nice shot by Yoshida.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Yoshida feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Boaz wants to slow Yoshida down by chopping away at his legs.
Boaz looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Takashi Yoshida is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Yoshida on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boaz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Yoshida counters with a three punch combo that has Boaz backing up. Boaz nods at Yoshida to acknowledge the strikes.
Boaz falls off balance throwing a combination
and Yoshida counters with a leg kick. #T1#
A clash of legs there as Boaz blocks the low kick.
Boaz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Yoshida moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Yoshida throwing a counter right hand but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Yoshida uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Yoshida misses with a body kick.
Yoshida lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Yoshida throws a poor cross that misses
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Yoshida blocks a head kick by Boaz.
Yoshida works over Boaz's head and body with a nice combination.
Yoshida fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Yoshida fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Yoshida!
#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yoshida throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida lands with a thumping leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Yoshida does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yoshida lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Boaz at a distance.
Yoshida takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Boaz steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Yoshida. That one must have hurt.
Boaz connects with a body shot that sends Yoshida's belly button to the back.
Yoshida throws a leg kick but Boaz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boaz throws a looping overhand right but Yoshida ducks down to avoid it.
No joy there for Boaz, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Yoshida throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Yoshida defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Yoshida keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Yoshida.
Yoshida uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Yoshida moves away from the strike by Boaz.
An attempted straight right counter from Yoshida misses the target.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Yoshida wants to clinch up but Boaz keeps it at a distance.
Boaz changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Yoshida. Those never looked like landing.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Yoshida moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz defending well as Yoshida loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz with a hook.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz misses with a hook
and Yoshida counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T4#
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Yoshida counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Yoshida dips to his left and cracks Boaz with an uppercut!
A chopping leg kick lands by Yoshida.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice uppercut lands for Yoshida. That snapped Boaz's head back.
Boaz scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Yoshida on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A jab from Yoshida misses.
Boaz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Yoshida avoids a punch combination nicely.
Yoshida swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yoshida lands a jab-cross combination. #TD2#
Boaz drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES#
Yoshida uses the cage to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida clearly takes that round.
That's time! Yoshida's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Yoshida swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Yoshida on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Yoshida lands with a thumping leg kick.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Yoshida slips the punch.
Boaz throws a left and a right that both miss
and Yoshida counters with a stiff right hand.
Yoshida with a jab.
Yoshida throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Yoshida looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Yoshida throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Yoshida moved out of range nicely.
Yoshida swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Yoshida avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Yoshida connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Yoshida on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Yoshida.
Boaz working aggressively here.
Yoshida throws a head punch that misses.
Yoshida lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Boaz is trying to pull guard but Yoshida has him pressed against the cage.
Boaz is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Yoshida to keep the fight standing.
Yoshida fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yoshida lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Boaz breaks the clinch.
Boaz misses with an uppercut
and Yoshida counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz needs to keep his hands up - Yoshida had a free shot at his head there.
Yoshida connects with a single shot there.
Yoshida misses the jab.
Boaz looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Yoshida is fending him off so far but Boaz persists. Nope, Yoshida circles away and we're back to standing.
Takashi Yoshida has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Yoshida looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Takashi Yoshida is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz throws the left hand but Yoshida avoids the punch easily.
Yoshida throwing a counter right hand but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Yoshida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Yoshida scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Yoshida moves into range and connects with a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Yoshida as he connects with a hook.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Yoshida uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz lands with a cross.
Yoshida lands a nice shot that snaps Boaz's head back.
Yoshida tries to clinch there but Boaz circles away.
#T3#
Yoshida fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Yoshida.
Boaz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice takedown defense from Yoshida. No joy for Boaz on that attempt.
Yoshida throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Boaz.
Yoshida looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Yoshida throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Yoshida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Yoshida displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Yoshida fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz tries to bum rush Yoshida with a series of wild strikes but Yoshida uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Yoshida does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Yoshida with a hook.
Boaz jabs Yoshida right on the nose. Yoshida blinks but takes it well.
The crowd cheers as Yoshida lands an impressive looking overhand right. Boaz doesn't seem phased though.
Boaz takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz misses with a takedown attempt
and Yoshida counters with a nice uppercut.
Yoshida looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Yoshida looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz motions for Yoshida to come forward. Boaz throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Yoshida throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Boaz stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Donk. Boaz catches Yoshida right on the button with a cross.
Yoshida looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
Yoshida scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A jab from Yoshida does it's job there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida had his way with Wamberto Boaz in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Boaz misses with a hook
and Yoshida counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Boaz thinking.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Yoshida scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Yoshida throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Yoshida just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshida misses with a shot to the body
and Boaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yoshida was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Yoshida.
Boaz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Yoshida blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Yoshida enables Boaz to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Yoshida manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Yoshida is pulling down on Boaz's head to control his posture.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Let's hope that Boaz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Boaz trying to control but Yoshida is working from the bottom.
Boaz content to stall in guard here.
Yoshida looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Yoshida has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boaz finds it's way round the side to connect with Yoshida's head.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL2#
Boaz moves into range and clinches up with Yoshida.
Yoshida looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Boaz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Yoshidas head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boaz.
Yoshida prevents a body shot from Boaz.
Yoshida doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yoshida misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yoshida softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Boaz tries to pull guard but Yoshida holds him up against the cage and eventually Boaz drops back down to his feet.
#T3#
Boaz is trying to drag Yoshida to the mat but Yoshida just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Yoshida working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Yoshida fails to land.
Yoshida lands a left hand.
Yoshida fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD2#
Boaz has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Yoshida is trying to keep an underhook but Boaz manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T4#
Yoshida controlling the position well. #SUB2#
Boaz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Yoshida doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boaz.
Yoshida wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz controlling the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 47:48
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 47:48
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz is the new bantamweight champion!
After the fight, Wamberto Boaz was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC Crucible 29
Date: Aug 08, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Nagasaki wants to control the action here but instead Boaz manages to pass to full mount!
Boaz misses with a head shot.
Nagasaki is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action.
Nagasaki is desperately trying to improve his position but Boaz has a good base and remains in mount.
Boaz wants to control the pace but Nagasaki is squirming around nicely.
Boaz fails to take his opponent's back.
Nagasaki gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Nagasaki wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Nagasaki won't allow Boaz to pass to mount.
Nagasaki is trying to get back to full guard.
Nagasaki wants to get back to full guard but Boaz has mounted him!
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nagasaki regains half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boaz in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Boaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nagasaki sees it coming and defends easily.
Nagasaki wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nagasaki sees it coming and defends easily.
Nagasaki trying to control here.
#T2#
Nagasaki tries to get to full guard but Boaz has control of the leg.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Nagasaki is defending well. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nagasaki is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Nagasaki is controlling Boaz's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Boaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Nagasaki wants to improve his position but Boaz is controlling well.
Nagasaki 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.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nagasaki keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nagasaki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Boaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki flicks out a counter leg kick but Boaz steps away.#T4#
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz lands a jab to the head.
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nagasaki in his tracks.
Nagasaki will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Boaz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nagasaki connects with an inside leg kick.
Nagasaki throws a body shot but no joy.
Nagasaki avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Nagasaki lands a jab to the head.
Boaz scores with a hook.#TD#
Boaz drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nagasaki 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.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nagasaki paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Nagasaki counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Nagasaki.
A quick step to the side and Boaz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nagasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Nagasaki sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nagasaki can do to turn this around?
Boaz checks a low kick from Nagasaki.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.#T1#
Nagasaki takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Boaz defending well as Nagasaki loads up on a big left hand.
Nagasaki throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nagasaki lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nagasaki has time to react.
Nagasaki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz checks a low kick from Nagasaki.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Nagasaki uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nagasaki.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Nagasaki's head but Nagasaki sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz with a hook.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Nagasaki moved out of range.
A nice side step and Nagasaki releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T2#
Boaz throws an off balance right hand
and Nagasaki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz avoids the body shot from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nagasaki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Nagasaki throws a chopping leg kick but Boaz manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Boaz works Nagasaki's body with a nice hook.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagasaki ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nagasaki throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boaz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nagasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Nagasaki misses.#T3#
Nagasaki looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Nagasaki throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
Wamberto Boaz is winning the standup battle so far.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki missing with a left hand there. Boaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nagasaki throws out a powerful jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nagasaki tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Boaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Boaz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Nagasaki tries to get to full guard but Boaz has control of the leg.
Boaz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4##SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Nagasaki defends the submission attempt.
Nagasaki is refusing to be controlled, as Boaz sits in half guard.
Boaz trying to mount his opponent but Nagasaki defends it.
Boaz prevents Nagasaki from improving his position.
Boaz is keen to just control but Nagasaki is a slippery customer.
Boaz controlling the action here.#SUB#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nagasaki has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nagasaki slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz throws a shot to the body.
Nagasaki ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boaz moves away.
Boaz lands a body shot.
Nagasaki throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz lands a head shot.
Nagasaki misses with a straight right.
Boaz scores with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from Boaz lands.
Boaz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nagasaki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Nagasaki fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Boaz checks it well. #T1#
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nagasaki.
Nagasaki looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boaz is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nagasaki sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It seemed like Nagasaki was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Boaz blocks the body kick.
Nagasaki bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nagasaki is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boaz with a body shot.
Nagasaki pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nagasaki throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Nagasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
Boaz swings widly with a right hand
and Nagasaki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nagasaki gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nagasaki looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.#TD#
Boaz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Nagasaki was covering up waiting for the punch and Boaz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Santosh Nagasaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nagasaki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nagasaki wants to sweep but no luck.
Boaz postures up.
Nagasaki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boaz is one step ahead there.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Boaz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boaz looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Boaz wants to control from the top but Nagasaki keeps moving.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Boaz stopping the sweep attempt from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki pulls Boaz in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boaz misses with a hook. Nagasaki ducked under it nicely.
A cross from Boaz lands.
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Boaz lands a really nice looking cross but Nagasaki seems unphased.
#T4#
Boaz lands a jab.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Nagasaki lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Boaz at a distance.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nagasaki.
Jab from Boaz.
A big right from Nagasaki misses.
Boaz lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nagasaki.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nagasaki throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Boaz misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nagasaki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Boaz has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 65: Boaz vs Yoshida 2
Date: Jul 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yoshida moves away.
Boaz moves out of range as Yoshida strikes.
Yoshida lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Boaz throws the left hand but Yoshida avoids the punch easily.
Yoshida paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
We've been hearing reports that Boaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Boaz throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Yoshida on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Yoshida.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Yoshida.
Yoshida throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Yoshida looks for the body kick but Boaz saw that one coming.
Yoshida swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Yoshida.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz walks into a stiff left hand from Yoshida.
Yoshida keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Yoshida was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Yoshida swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.#T1#
A jab from Boaz misses.
Yoshida lands a jab to the head.
Yoshida looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
A big left from Yoshida misses.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown but Yoshida shows good takedown defense.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Yoshida tests Boaz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Yoshida looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yoshida throws out the jab.
Yoshida throws a body shot but no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Yoshida misses the target.
Boaz misses with an uppercut.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yoshida thuds his right hand into Boaz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz moves away from the strike by Yoshida.
Boaz feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
The fighters circling - Yoshida throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz tries to counter with a takedown but Yoshida is quick to defend against it.
Boaz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Yoshida.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Yoshida's head but Yoshida sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Yoshida swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Yoshida connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Yoshida fakes the leg kick and cracks Boaz in the body.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Yoshida counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Yoshida drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD#
Boaz throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Yoshida tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Boaz is in Yoshida's guard.
Yoshida working a defensive guard here.
Boaz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Yoshida is retaining full guard.
Yoshida is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Boaz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Yoshida tries to buck Boaz off but Boaz is having none of it.#SUB#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Yoshida prevents Boaz from moving into mount.
Yoshida is not content to let Boaz control the position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Yoshida sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Boaz wants to take a breather but Yoshida is having none of it.
Boaz is looking to advance position but Yoshida won't allow it. #SUB#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Yoshida has managed to free his arm - good work.
Yoshida is trying to stand up here but Boaz is controlling him well.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Yoshida is defending the position.
Yoshida is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Yoshida throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Yoshida throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
A left lands for Yoshida.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Yoshida has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yoshida's corner calls for a 1-2. Yoshida obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Yoshida swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Yoshida moved out of range nicely.
Boaz throws a push kick but Yoshida slaps the foot to one side.
Yoshida now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida scores with a jab. Boaz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Yoshida stuffs the takedown.
Yoshida fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boaz.
Yoshida wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boaz pivots, looking for a leg kick but Yoshida is out of range and Boaz settles back down.
Yoshida looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Yoshida there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Yoshida.
Takashi Yoshida seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Yoshida in his tracks.
Boaz throws a right hand that misses
and Yoshida counters with a low kick, right behind Boaz 's knee.
Yoshida throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Boaz scores with a hook to the body. Yoshida takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Yoshida throws a low kick but it's checked well by Boaz.
Yoshida pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boaz is out of range and Yoshida settles back down. #TD#
Boaz gets a double leg takedown into Yoshida's guard.#ES2#
Yoshida has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Boaz off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yoshida takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Yoshida only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Boaz connects with a body shot that sends Yoshida's belly button to the back.
Takashi Yoshida seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Boaz shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Yoshida is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura but Yoshida is defending well.
Boaz is looking to pass Yoshida's guard but actually Yoshida recovers to full guard.
Yoshida is pulling down on Boaz's head. It's preventing any offense from Boaz, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yoshida is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Boaz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Yoshida is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yoshida looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boaz 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.
Boaz passes Yoshida's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yoshida is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Yoshida wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Yoshida defends it well.
Boaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Yoshida is defending the position.
Wamberto Boaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Yoshida keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Yoshida with a hook.
Boaz throws a sloppy head kick
and Yoshida counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Yoshida looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Yoshida closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Yoshida moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Boaz looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Boaz doesn't manage to clinch there - Yoshida circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida lands with a right hand.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Yoshida throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Yoshida throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Yoshida keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yoshida thumps Boaz with a low kick.#T1#
Yoshida keeps the fight on the outside.
Yoshida tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Boaz is able to avoid easily.
Decent striking displayed by Boaz there.
Takashi Yoshida is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Yoshida looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Boaz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Yoshida on the side of the head.
Yoshida slips under a jab from Boaz.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Good exchange - Yoshida coming out on top.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Yoshida dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Yoshida.
Yoshida bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Yoshida looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2#
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Yoshida uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoshida is just out of range.
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!
Yoshida throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz misses with a hook. Yoshida ducked under it nicely.
Decent striking displayed by Yoshida there.
Boaz has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Yoshida.
Boaz cracks Yoshida with a good jab.
That kick from Yoshida tenderised Boaz's leg. Boaz is trying to keep his angry face on.
Boaz dips to his left and cracks Yoshida with an uppercut!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Yoshida, right into the meat.
Yoshida lands with a thumping leg kick.
Boaz lands a right hook to the body.
Yoshida thuds a left hand into Boaz's body.
Boaz tries to move into range but Yoshida moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yoshida. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Yoshida does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yoshida bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Yoshida waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
A telegraphed right hand from Yoshida misses the target.
Yoshida slips under a jab.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Boaz misses with a head kick.
Yoshida uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yoshida.
Boaz throws a body punch but Yoshida moves out of range.
Yoshida tries to score with a low kick but Boaz moves his leg out of the way.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Yoshida bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Boaz's head backwards.
Yoshida lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boaz's sensitive parts.
Yoshida throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target. #T4#
Boaz throws a leg kick that misses.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Yoshida moved out of range nicely.
Yoshida will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL2#
Boaz tries to keep at a distance but Yoshida has taken the fight into the clinch.
Boaz misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshida struggles to land a body shot inside as Boaz controls his hands.
Boaz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yoshida smiles and moves away.
Yoshida loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
As Yoshida looks to move away, Boaz throws a big counter combo but Yoshida just gets out of the way.
Boaz will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Yoshida swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Yoshida misses with an uppercut
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
Boaz bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Yoshida slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Yoshida momentarily.
Yoshida throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Yoshida paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Boaz misses with a hook
and Yoshida makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Boaz lands a body shot.
Boaz throws a leg kick that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Yoshida there.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Yoshida looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
A quick step to the side and Boaz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Yoshida was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Yoshida with a nice cross.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick.
Yoshida throws a push kick but Boaz slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz throws a big counter combination but Yoshida scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T1#
Yoshida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
A cross from Yoshida lands.
Boaz is trying hard to land a takedown here. Yoshida sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Boaz moves out of range as Yoshida throws a body kick.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yoshida walks into a straight right hand from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a hook
and Yoshida connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick misses from Boaz.
Yoshida uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
And Yoshida responds with a good body kick, but Boaz manages to step out the way in time.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Yoshida napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES2#
Yoshida sneaks out the side door and pushes Boaz away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yoshida takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Yoshida bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshida appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yoshida.
Yoshida misses the jab.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Some bone on bone action there as Boaz checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Boaz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Yoshida throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good exchange - Boaz coming out on top.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yoshida.
Boaz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Yoshida throws a nice inside leg kick.
Boaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yoshida misses with a wild body shot.
Yoshida misses with a low kick as Boaz jumps back.
Yoshida listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A left lands for Yoshida.
Yoshida keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T3#
Boaz moves away from the strike by Yoshida.
Boaz has a takedown stuffed.
Boaz has his takedown stuffed
and Yoshida counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boaz shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Yoshida defends it nicely.
Yoshida swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz misses with an uppercut
and Yoshida counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Yoshida scores with a jab to the jaw.
Boaz cracks Yoshida with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Boaz throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Yoshida cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Boaz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Yoshida. Yoshida circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Boaz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Boaz misses with a jab to the body
and Yoshida counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Boaz thinking.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yoshida misses the shot to the body.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yoshida moves away.
Boaz throws a poor cross that misses
and Yoshida counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Yoshida lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Yoshida tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Yoshida thumps Boaz with a low kick.
Boaz misses with a hook. Yoshida ducked under it nicely.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Boaz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yoshida moves away.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yoshida throws a left and a right that both miss
and Yoshida takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yoshida dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Boaz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A big right from Yoshida misses.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz scores with a jab.
Yoshida ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz backing away here, and Yoshida unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Yoshida.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Yoshida throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Yoshida lands with an overhand left.
Boaz throws a poor cross that misses
and Yoshida connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Yoshida throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida looks to land a left hand but Boaz moved out of range nicely.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Yoshida fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Yoshida steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Yoshida throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Yoshida goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Boaz takes a swing at Yoshida's ribcage but misses.
Boaz throws a lazy uppercut
and Yoshida counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Yoshida slips a jab and a cross from Boaz.
Yoshida lands a nice looking kick to the body. Boaz takes a step back to recover. #CL2#
Yoshida has taken the fight to the clinch.
Yoshida misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD#
Boaz pulls Yoshida into guard.
Boaz has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Yoshida has passed into side control.
Yoshida controlling the position.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Boaz is not content to let Yoshida control the position.
Boaz seems a little lost for a moment, as Yoshida dominates the positioning.
Boaz sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Boaz is looking for a sweep. Yoshida is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Boaz wants to control but Yoshida is keeping busy.
Boaz is staying active underneath Yoshida, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boaz is looking to control Yoshida's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boaz avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Yoshida ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Yoshida misses with a series of wild punches.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Yoshida moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Yoshida finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Yoshida.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yoshida.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Yoshida cracks Boaz with a right hand to the side of the head.
Yoshida ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
And that's the end of the fight!
Takashi Yoshida comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Yoshida winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 45:50
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 45:50
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takashi Yoshida!
Takashi Yoshida is the new bantamweight champion!
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 61: Boaz vs Nagasaki
Date: Jun 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Boaz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nagasaki. Nagasaki circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nagasaki throws out a leg kick but Boaz moves out of range and Nagasaki only half commits.
Boaz lands a really nice looking cross but Nagasaki seems unphased.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nagasaki doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Nagasaki.
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nagasaki has time to react.
Nagasaki cracks a nice hook into Boaz's ribs.
Nagasaki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Nagasaki moved out of range.
Nagasaki is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boaz with a body shot.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Nagasaki is just out of range.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nagasaki sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nagasaki blocks a jab.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Nagasaki. #T1#
Nagasaki jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boaz misses with a takedown
and Nagasaki counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nagasaki looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Boaz is fending him off so far but Nagasaki persists. Nope, Boaz circles away and we're back to standing.
Nagasaki stuns Boaz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boaz misses with an uppercut
and Nagasaki counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nagasaki as he avoids it easily.
Nagasaki jabs at Boaz's body.
Nagasaki throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Nagasaki loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Boaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T2#
Nagasaki misses with a right hand
letting Boaz counter with a right hand.
A shot to the liver by Nagasaki. Beautiful body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nagasaki has time to react.
Nagasaki lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nagasaki.
Boaz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nagasaki is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boaz with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Nagasaki 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Boaz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Good exchange - Boaz coming out on top.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nagasaki cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boaz misses with a left hand
enabling Nagasaki to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz shoots for a takedown but Nagasaki saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Nagasaki fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Boaz avoids it really well and circles away.
Nagasaki moves in looking to clinch but Boaz pushes him off.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagasaki throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Boaz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nagasaki.
Some wild striking there from Boaz.
Nagasaki throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Nagasaki throws a counter combo.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nagasaki connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Nagasaki to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz throws a body punch but Nagasaki moves out of range. #T4#
Boaz lands a nice hook to Nagasaki's body. Nagasaki takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nagasaki misses with a shot to the body
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nagasaki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Nagasaki quickly recovers to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nagasaki wants to get back to full guard.
Boaz trying to mount his opponent but Nagasaki defends it.
Nagasaki is trying to get back to full guard.
Boaz works his foot free and advances to mount.
Nagasaki wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Boaz lands a body shot.
A jab from Nagasaki misses.
Boaz feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nagasaki.
Nagasaki tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Boaz throws a chopping leg kick but Nagasaki manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nagasaki manages to avoid it.
Nagasaki swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boaz throws a body punch but Nagasaki moves out of range.
Nagasaki throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nagasaki's waist but Nagasaki gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Boaz off to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz tries to clinch but Nagasaki is having none of it.
Nagasaki blocks a jab.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nagasaki enables Boaz to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nagasaki manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T1#
Nagasaki working a defensive guard here.
Boaz being controlled here momentarily.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Nagasaki keeps moving.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Nagasaki is retaining full guard.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagasaki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz stopping the sweep attempt from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki is still trying to improve position.
Boaz trying to control but Nagasaki is working from the bottom.
Nagasaki is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nagasaki takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nagasaki connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Boaz misses with a head kick.
Nagasaki let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Santosh Nagasaki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nagasaki slips under a jab.
Nagasaki throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Nagasaki misses with a straight left.
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nagasaki connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
Nagasaki tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Boaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nagasaki throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Boaz misses with an uppercut
and Nagasaki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz tries a head kick but it misses.
Nagasaki slips a straight right by Boaz.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nagasaki manages to avoid it.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Nagasaki.
A little feinted left hand from Boaz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nagasaki moves away.
Nagasaki avoids the body shot from Boaz.
A countering left hand to the body from Nagasaki misses.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown but Nagasaki shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nagasaki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Boaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sloppy strikes from Boaz. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
Boaz lands with a right hand.
A shot to the liver by Nagasaki. Beautiful body shot.
Nagasaki takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nagasaki connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nagasaki throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Nagasaki is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Good exchange - Boaz coming out on top.#TD#
Boaz looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nagasaki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Nagasaki throws a predictable looking body shot
and Boaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boaz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nagasaki moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Good exchange - Nagasaki coming out on top.
Nagasaki throws a poor cross that misses
and Boaz counters with a series of strikes. Nagasaki will be more careful next time no doubt.
Boaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nagasaki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
A nice side step and Nagasaki releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nagasaki dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nagasaki fails with a takedown attempt.
Nagasaki keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Boaz digs a good hook to Nagasaki's body.
Nagasaki takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nagasaki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nagasaki.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Nagasaki tries to bench press Boaz off him but Boaz keeps the position. #SUB#
Boaz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Boaz wants to control but Nagasaki is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Boaz goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Nagasaki has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Boaz but great work by Nagasaki.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz is working hard here to advance position.
Nagasaki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boaz keeps working.
Boaz is looking for a sweep.
Boaz regains half guard.#T3#
Boaz is trying to get back to full guard.
Boaz is pressing down on Nagasaki's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nagasaki postures up and lands a big shot to Boaz's brow.
Nagasaki lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Boaz is trying to keep Nagasaki in close.
Nagasaki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Boaz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Boaz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
Nagasaki manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boaz manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Boaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nagasaki doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nagasaki manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Nagasaki from controlling successfully.
Nagasaki with a nice head shot there.
Nagasaki lands a couple of digs.
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Nagasaki from controlling successfully.
Nagasaki throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Nagasaki moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Nagasaki pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nagasaki throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Nagasaki moved out of range.
Nagasaki keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Nagasaki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nagasaki scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nagasaki cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Boaz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nagasaki looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Nagasaki tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boaz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boaz advances to mount.
Nagasaki has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Nagasaki is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Boaz wants to control the pace but Nagasaki is squirming around nicely.
Nagasaki is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nagasaki is trying desperately to improve position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nagasaki keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Boaz controlling from the full mount.
Nagasaki tries to hold on but Boaz postures up.
Boaz trying to control but Nagasaki is having none of it.
Boaz content just to control the position here.
Boaz'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.
Boaz avoids the attempt from Nagasaki to control.#T3#
Nagasaki is desperately trying to improve his position but Boaz has a good base and remains in mount.
Boaz trying to control but Nagasaki is having none of it.
Nagasaki working to try and regain half guard.
Boaz trying to control but Nagasaki is having none of it.
Nagasaki wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Nagasaki sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Boaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nagasaki sees it coming and defends easily.
Nagasaki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nagasaki doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boaz.
Boaz is pressing down on Nagasaki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nagasaki is holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nagasaki is not content to let Boaz control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz had his way with Santosh Nagasaki in 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
A jab from Nagasaki misses.
Boaz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nagasaki's head backwards.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD#
Boaz looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Boaz drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Nagasaki dives on top into guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz is controlling Nagasaki's posture.
Nagasaki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Boaz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Boaz is looking for a triangle but Nagasaki pushes his legs off easily.
Nagasaki trying to control but Boaz is working from the bottom.
Nagasaki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Boaz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boaz trying to keep a closed guard but Nagasaki is proving a slippery customer.
Santosh Nagasaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nagasaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nagasaki works over Boaz with some ground and pound from guard.
Nagasaki looking to pass the guard.
Nagasaki with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nagasaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Boaz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Boaz keeping full guard, as Nagasaki tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Boaz lands with a good body shot.
No joy there for Nagasaki, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nagasaki stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nagasaki wants it to stay on the feet.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nagasaki.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Nagasaki counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Nagasaki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Nagasaki.
A jab lands there for Boaz.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Nagasaki quickly recovers to half guard.#T4#
Nagasaki has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boaz is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Boaz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nagasaki moves into full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nagasaki trying to keep a closed guard but Boaz is proving a slippery customer.
Boaz preventing the sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz pushing down on Nagasaki's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Nagasaki is defending the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Boaz, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 49:46
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 50:45
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz retains his bantamweight title!
Wamberto Boaz decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 57: Hepple vs Umarov
Date: May 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Boaz misses with an uppercut
and Yoshida cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Boaz drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Boaz stands and throws Yoshida's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Yoshida keeps working.
Yoshida is looking to regain half guard here but Boaz keeps moving and retains side control.
Yoshida is trying to control Boaz's posture but Boaz avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz works to advance to full mount. Yoshida defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Yoshida really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boaz seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Yoshida is holding on tight.
#T1#
Yoshida sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Boaz works his foot free and advances to mount.
Yoshida's coaches at AK Beasties 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.
Yoshida is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action.
Boaz controlling the pace for now.
Yoshida is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action.
Yoshida is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Boaz is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Yoshida can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#T2#
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yoshida is looking to escape.
Yoshida tries to reverse the position but Boaz maintains control.
Yoshida is squirming around, avoiding Boaz's attempts to control the action.
Yoshida is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
#SUB2#
Boaz has control of Yoshida's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Yoshida regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Boaz looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Boaz controlling his opponent.
Yoshida knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boaz on the ground.#T3##SUB2#
Boaz looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yoshida is looking to escape.
Yoshida is trying desperately to improve position.
Boaz with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Boaz controlling the pace for now. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Boaz mounts Yoshida! Really nice guard pass there!
Boaz seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Yoshida is holding on tight.
Boaz moves to take his opponent's back.
Yoshida tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Boaz is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Yoshida has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yoshida is trying to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
That's time! Yoshida's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Boaz swinging wildly here.
Yoshida fires out a quick counter leg kick but Boaz just manages to avoid it.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Yoshida counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Boaz thinking.
Yoshida blocks a jab.
Yoshida throwing a counter right hand but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Yoshida was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Yoshida defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Yoshida seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
The crowd cheers as Boaz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Yoshida doesn't seem phased though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz throws a lazy uppercut
and Yoshida counters with an outside leg kick.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yoshida.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida fires out a quick counter leg kick but Boaz just manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a hook but Yoshida avoids it easily.#T1#
Yoshida walks into a left hand.
Boaz throws a right hand that Yoshida ducks under and follows up with a left that Yoshida also avoids with ease.
Boaz looks to throw the jab but Yoshida is out of range.
Yoshida swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz cracks Yoshida with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Boaz misses with a takedown attempt
and Yoshida counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Boaz throws a hook but Yoshida blocks it.
Boaz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Yoshida on the side of the head.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz throws an off balance right hand
and Yoshida counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yoshida moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Yoshida is looking to counter punch.
Boaz moves to clinch but Yoshida breaks away
and Yoshida counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz with a nice cross.
Yoshida gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Boaz.
Yoshida slips a straight right by Boaz.
Yoshida is looking to counter with head kicks.#TD2#
Boaz darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Yoshida kicks off Boaz and gets to his feet. #T3#
Yoshida avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Yoshida looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Yoshida throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz jabs at Yoshida's body.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Yoshida misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Boaz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Boaz might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Boaz getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yoshida sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Boaz throws a right hand that Yoshida ducks under and follows up with a left that Yoshida also avoids with ease.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yoshida was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Yoshida throws a big counter combination but Boaz scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Boaz fails with the takedown
enabling Yoshida to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yoshida digs a good body shot into Boaz's ribs.
Takashi Yoshida is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Yoshida swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Boaz jabs Yoshida right on the nose. Yoshida blinks but takes it well.
Yoshida rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boaz counters with a left and a right that stings Yoshida.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Jab, jab by Yoshida - just one landing.
Yoshida takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
Yoshida throwing a counter right hand but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a hook but Yoshida avoids it easily.
Boaz misses with a hook to the body
and Yoshida counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Yoshida throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz swings widly with a right hand
and Yoshida counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Yoshida.
Boaz scores with a punch to the head.
Boaz throws an off balance right hand
and Yoshida counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Yoshida counters with a good low kick that Boaz was not able to check.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida tried to counter with a leg kick but Boaz avoided it.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Yoshida swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Yoshida misses the target.
Yoshida shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Yoshida on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Yoshida counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz avoids the head kick by Yoshida.
Boaz fails with the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Yoshida misses the target.#T2#
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida is looking to counter punch.
Boaz misses with a hook. Yoshida ducked under it nicely.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Yoshida throws a counter high kick but Boaz was just alert enough to avoid it.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yoshida.
Yoshida moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Yoshida swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Yoshida keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yoshida was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.#T3#
Boaz shoots in looking for a takedown. Yoshida tries to sprawl out of it but Boaz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Yoshida manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Boaz fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Yoshida avoids it really well and circles away.
Yoshida throws a big counter combination but Boaz scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Takashi Yoshida has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Boaz doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Yoshida counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz lands a really nice looking cross but Yoshida seems unphased.
Yoshida tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Yoshida.#T4#
Nice uppercut there from Boaz.
A low kick from Boaz is predictable there
enabling Yoshida to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz misses with a hook. Yoshida ducked under it nicely.
Yoshida is looking to counter with head kicks.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Yoshida moved away.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yoshida thinks about countering with a head kick.
Boaz throws a sloppy body shot
and Yoshida counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Yoshida moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Boaz misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Takashi Yoshida did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Yoshida misses with an uppercut.
Yoshida misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#TD2#
Boaz gets a double leg takedown into Yoshida's guard.
Boaz won't allow Yoshida to sweep him here.
Boaz postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Yoshida is retaining full guard.
Boaz controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz looking to pass the guard.
Yoshida looking for a sweep. Not yet Yoshida, not yet.
Wamberto Boaz has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yoshida swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Boaz postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Yoshida is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Boaz, into his guard. #REVR#
Yoshida trying to control the position from guard on top but Boaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yoshida has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Boaz is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Boaz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Yoshida gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz keeping full guard, as Yoshida tries to pass.
Boaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Yoshida slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boaz wants to sweep but no luck. #T3##SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Boaz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Yoshida can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boaz pulls Yoshida in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Boaz has his foot on Yoshida's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yoshida works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Boaz working for a triangle but Yoshida defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yoshida slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Yoshida looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Yoshida counter with a right hand.
Boaz jabs Yoshida right on the nose. Yoshida blinks but takes it well.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz misses with an uppercut. Yoshida saw that one coming.
It looked like Yoshida wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
It looked like Yoshida wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yoshida moves away.
Yoshida is looking to counter punch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Yoshida slips the punch.
It looked like Yoshida wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Yoshida displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Boaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Boaz misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Yoshida counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Takashi Yoshida has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Yoshida throwing a counter right hand but Boaz manages to avoid it.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Yoshida.
Yoshida throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yoshida slips a jab and a cross from Boaz.
Yoshida swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Boaz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Yoshida looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Boaz shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Yoshida's guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Yoshida manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz pushes off an throws an elbow but Yoshida leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Yoshida stalling.
#T1#
Yoshida fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yoshida misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Yoshida breaks the clinch.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yoshida was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yoshida.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
Yoshida swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Yoshida moves forwards but Boaz connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Yoshida wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Yoshida slaps away a takedown attempt from Boaz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Yoshida appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Boaz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Yoshida circles away.
Yoshida is looking to counter with head kicks.
Takashi Yoshida has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Yoshida throws a head kick that misses.
Boaz shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Boaz shoots in and gets a takedown into Yoshida's guard.
Boaz trying to control but Yoshida is working from the bottom.
Boaz slips nicely into half guard.
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!
Yoshida wants to get back to full guard.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Yoshida is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Yoshida trying to hold on to Boaz's head to control him but Boaz postures up.
#SUB2#
Boaz is working for an americana but Yoshida has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Boaz was thinking about the submission.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Yoshida is retaining full guard.
Boaz wants to control from the top but Yoshida keeps moving.
Boaz might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Yoshida haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Boaz drops back looking for a leg! Yoshida is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Yoshida manages to kick Boaz off! Boaz jumps back into Yoshida's guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Yoshida keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yoshida steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Yoshida moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
It looked like Yoshida was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Wamberto Boaz.
I think Boaz has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 47:48
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 46:49
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz is the new bantamweight champion!
Wamberto Boaz decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 55: Dong vs Yoshida
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Boaz scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ji Woo throws a good cross that connects.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ji Woo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Ji Woo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Ji Woo looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Ji Woo drops his hands momentarily and Boaz takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ji Woo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ji Woo throws a head kick that misses.
Ji Woo avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz jabs Ji Woo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boaz scores with a shot to the body.
Ji Woo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Ji Woo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Boaz lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Boaz dives in and scores a takedown into Ji Woo's guard.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Ji Woo is retaining full guard. #T1#
Ji Woo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ji Woo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ji Woo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Ji Woo is retaining full guard.
Ji Woo is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up.
Boaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ji Woo's guard. #SUB2#
Boaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ji Woo tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boaz works his way into side control.
Ji Woo is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Boaz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ji Woo rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Boaz's guard! Nice work there by Ji Woo! #SUB2#
Ji Woo is sitting in close to Boaz's body. Boaz has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Ji Woo is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Ji Woo is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Boaz.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 51
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Walcott uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Walcott misses with a body shot.
Walcott keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Walcott.
Boaz let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Walcott throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Walcott lands a nice shot to the body.
Walcott throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Walcott looks for the body kick but Boaz saw that one coming.
Boaz throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Walcott.
Walcott throws a body punch but Boaz moves out of range.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Boaz has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Walcott ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz stuns Walcott with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Walcott throws a nice looking combination but Boaz bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Boaz jabs Walcott to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Boaz throws a hook but Walcott avoids it easily.
A big left from Walcott misses.
Boaz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Walcott doesn't seem bothered though.
A big right from Boaz misses.
Walcott fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Boaz on the side of the head.
Walcott looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
Walcott misses with a looping left.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Boaz, as that shot connected.
Tommy Walcott seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
A decent looking cross lands there for Boaz.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Walcott.#TD2#
Boaz shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Walcott manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
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!
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Walcott is keeping the position.
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Walcott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boaz won't allow Walcott to sweep him here. #T2#
Boaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Walcott 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.
Walcott has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Walcott is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Walcott looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Walcott is trying to control the position but Boaz postures up.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Walcott is keeping the position.
Boaz trying to control but Walcott is working from the bottom.
Boaz 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.
Walcott can't keep his opponent in guard - Boaz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Walcott blocking the ground and pound attempt from Boaz. #T3#
Walcott wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Walcott gets back to full guard.
Walcott knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boaz on the ground.
Boaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Walcott on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Walcott tries to get out of the position.
Boaz is pushing down on Walcott's leg trying to pass to half guard. Walcott is fighting to maintain full guard but Boaz has managed to sneak the leg through.
Walcott wants to get back to full guard.
Boaz wants to free his trapped foot but Walcott is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Walcott is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but Walcott defending well.
Walcott tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.#T4##SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Walcott is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Boaz has latched onto it... Big trouble! Boaz pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Walcott is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Boaz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Wamberto Boaz!
After winning the bout, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC Crucible 10
Date: Mar 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Straterloo's corner calls for a 1-2. Straterloo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Straterloo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Straterloo.
Boaz throws a right and a left that both miss.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Straterloo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boaz scores with the left hand. Straterloo knows he should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Straterloo lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Boaz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boaz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Straterloo.
Straterloo walks into a jab.
Boaz swings for the body but Straterloo moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Straterloo! But no joy.
Straterloo moves away from the strike by Boaz. #T1#
Straterloo misses with the combination.
Boaz throws a jab when Straterloo was well out of range.
Straterloo misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Straterloo misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Boaz.
Boaz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz looks to land a combination but Straterloo avoids it well.
Straterloo misses the shot to the body.
Straterloo doesn't manage to clinch there - Boaz circles away.
Boaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boaz throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Straterloo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2#
Straterloo pushes Boaz away with a front kick.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Boaz.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Straterloo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boaz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boaz working away.
Straterloo stops Boaz from passing to mount.
Straterloo seems a little lost for a moment, as Boaz dominates the positioning.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Straterloo can do anything to dispel that myth.
Straterloo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boaz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Boaz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Boaz is staying tight to Straterloo's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB#
Boaz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boaz advances to full mount.
Boaz wants to take his opponent's back but Straterloo doesn't allow it.
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4##SUB#
Boaz is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Straterloo has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boaz forces the positional change into back control.
Straterloo wants to control his opponent's hands but Boaz gets his hands free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Straterloo wants to clinch up but Boaz keeps it at a distance.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Straterloo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Straterloo scrambles back to his feet.#TD#
Boaz shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Straterloo's guard.
Boaz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Straterloo can do to turn this around?
Straterloo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Straterloo is keeping the position.
Boaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Straterloo's guard. #T1#
Boaz tries to pass to full mount but Straterloo defends it. #SUB#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Straterloo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Straterloo trying to hold on to Boaz's head to control him but Boaz postures up.
Boaz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boaz passes to side control.
Wamberto Boaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Boaz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Straterloo, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Boaz works to advance to full mount. Straterloo defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Boaz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boaz throwing strikes here but Straterloo is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
#SUB#
Straterloo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Boaz.
Straterloo has given up his back. Will we see Boaz going for some submissions?
#SUB#
Boaz is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Straterloo is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wamberto Boaz!
A very excited looking Wamberto Boaz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Fentz Straterloo spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, he was trying to touch me where only my wife does and that wasn't cool yo...'.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 44: Cobb vs Tskhadaia
Date: Feb 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Boaz swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Knuckles counters with a single leg into guard. Boaz didn't expect that.
Knuckles throwing strikes but missing.
Knuckles stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boaz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Knuckles.
Knuckles trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knuckles accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boaz trying to keep a closed guard but Knuckles is proving a slippery customer.
Knuckles trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Knuckles working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knuckles won't allow Boaz to sweep him here. #SUB#
Boaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Knuckles throwing strikes from guard but Boaz blocks nicely.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boaz holds on and takes a little breather.
Knuckles looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1##SUB2#
Knuckles drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Knuckles jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Boaz seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boaz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Knuckles drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Boaz manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Knuckles has Boaz in his guard.#REVR#
Boaz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Knuckles punching from the bottom.
Boaz trying to control but Knuckles is working from the bottom.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Knuckles is keeping the position.
Boaz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boaz pushes down on Knuckles's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Knuckles looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Knuckles looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Knuckles looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Knuckles flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Boaz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura but Knuckles is defending well.
Knuckles has a hand on Boaz's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Boaz takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boaz with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Knuckles blocking the ground and pound. #T4#
Boaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Knuckles is trying desperately to improve position.
Boaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Knuckles tries to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.
Knuckles keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Boaz with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Poor strikes thrown by Boaz there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wamberto Boaz dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL#
Boaz gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Boaz has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Knuckles is trying to keep an underhook but Boaz manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Knuckles defends the submission attempt.
Knuckles is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boaz's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boaz's back!
Knuckles thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Knuckles. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
#SUB2#
Knuckles looking for the RNC.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knuckles misses with an elbow to the head.
Knuckles lands punches and elbows.
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!
Knuckles is hanging on to Boaz's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Knuckles looking for the choke from the back.
Boaz trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Knuckles has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Boaz has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#T1#
Knuckles has the hooks in. Boaz is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Knuckles misses with a punch to the head.
Ashton Knuckles has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Knuckles is persistently looking for the submission but Boaz is defending it well.
Boaz trying to control but not successfully.
Knuckles controlling well, preventing Boaz from escaping the position.
Boaz tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Boaz avoids a series of strikes thrown by Knuckles.
Boaz wants to hold on but Knuckles pushes him away.
Boaz is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T2#
Knuckles thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Boaz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Knuckles stopping the sweep attempt from Boaz.
Boaz is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Boaz is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Boaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Knuckles wants to get back to full guard but Boaz has mounted him!
Knuckles wants to hold on but Boaz pushes him away.#T3#
Knuckles is looking to improve his position but Boaz isn't that keen on the idea.
Boaz controlling the pace for now.
Boaz looking to control but Knuckles is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boaz thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
#SUB#
Boaz looking for a guillotine from mount but Knuckles is having none of it.
Boaz with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T4#
Knuckles is looking to improve his position but Boaz isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Boaz looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Boaz controlling his opponent.
Boaz avoids the attempt from Knuckles to control.
Knuckles wants to get back to his feet.
Knuckles tries to lock up and control but Boaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Boaz throws a hook but Knuckles blocks it.
Boaz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Knuckles moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Knuckles misses with a low kick.
Knuckles misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Knuckles with a poor takedown
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boaz lands with an overhand left.
Knuckles takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knuckles shoots in but no luck this time.
Knuckles closes the distance and clinches up with Boaz, looking for a takedown. Knuckles pushes Boaz against the cage but Boaz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Wamberto Boaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ashton Knuckles.
Knuckles uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knuckles manages to avoid it.#T1#
Knuckles is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A head kick misses from Knuckles.
Boaz lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Boaz misses with a jab to the body
and Knuckles counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz cracks Knuckles with an open hand slap.
Knuckles takes one to the side of the head.
#CL#
Boaz has Knuckles up against the cage in a clinch.
Boaz pushes Knuckles back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Boaz successfully pulls guard.
Knuckles is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Knuckles throws a strike but Boaz rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Boaz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boaz advances to half guard.
Boaz wants to control but Knuckles is keeping him busy.
Boaz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Knuckles can do to turn this around?
Knuckles is in trouble now - Boaz has advanced to mount! #T3#
Boaz prevents Knuckles from getting the reversal.
Knuckles wants to control but Boaz is having none of it.
Boaz tries to control but Knuckles wriggling away.
Boaz prevents Knuckles from getting the reversal.
Knuckles is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Knuckles tries to reverse the position but Boaz maintains control.
Boaz moves to take his opponent's back.
Knuckles takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
You can see the frustration on Knuckles's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Boaz looking to break Knuckles's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Knuckles remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Boaz will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Knuckles is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Boaz off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Boaz slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T4##SUB#
Knuckles fending off the submission attempt from Boaz.
Boaz is hanging on to Knuckles's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Boaz is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Knuckles defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
You can see the frustration on Knuckles's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Knuckles rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Boaz is looking to advance position but Knuckles won't allow it.
Ashton Knuckles has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boaz moves nicely into side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wamberto Boaz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Boaz has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wamberto Boaz!
During a confident post fight interview, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
|
|
|
|
Event:
TGC 39: Johnson vs Wangler 2
Date: Jan 20, 2018 |
#R1#
Metharom uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz throws a hook but Metharom blocks it.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Metharom.
Metharom scores with a punch to the head.
Boaz misses with a series of wild punches.
Metharom appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Boaz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Metharom.
Metharom will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Metharom.
Metharom ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Metharom swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Metharom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Metharom. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Metharom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Metharom fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Metharom.
A nice combination there by Metharom.
Boaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've been told by Metharom's head coaches at Little Lebowski Urban Achievers that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Metharom avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Metharom can pounce on him.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Boaz has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Boaz misses with a hook
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Metharom connects with a solid leg kick.
Boaz throws a jab when Metharom was well out of range.
As Boaz backs away, Metharom returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A combination from Metharom does no damage.
Boaz takes a jab right on the kisser.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Metharom was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Metharom.
Boaz dodges the punch combination from Metharom.
Metharom throws a nice inside leg kick.
Metharom misses with a body punch
and Boaz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Metharom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz lands with an uppercut that bounces Metharom off the cage and back into range.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Metharom.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boaz! But no joy.
Metharom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Metharom was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Metharom takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T3#
Metharom ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Metharom looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Boaz lands a nice shot that snaps Metharom's head back.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Metharom as he jumps to the side.
Metharom lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Metharom's shoulder, as Metharom tries to avoid the shot.
Metharom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Metharom looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Boaz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Metharom 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.
Boaz stays in close to Metharom's body and controls the position. #T4#
Metharom is trying to keep Boaz in close.
Boaz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boaz pushes down on Metharom's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boaz perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Metharom tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.
Metharom knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boaz on the ground.
Still in half guard, Boaz seems content to control.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Metharom is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Klahan Metharom will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Metharom on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Metharom plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Metharom with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boaz misses with a head kick.
Metharom misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Metharom with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Metharom was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Metharom went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Some bone on bone action there as Metharom checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Metharom connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Boaz misses with a right hand
and Metharom counters with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Boaz misses with a leg kick.
Metharom dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Metharom.
Metharom lands with a good body shot.
Metharom moves out of range of the body kick from Boaz.
Boaz cracks a nice hook into Metharom's ribs.
Metharom misses with a straight left.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Metharom changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz swings for the body but Metharom moves out of range.
Metharom throws a quick inside leg kick.
Metharom throws a right and a left that Boaz avoids nicely.
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T2#
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Metharom throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Metharom swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
#TD2#
Boaz drives through with a takedown into Metharom's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Metharom is keeping the position.
Metharom 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.
Boaz passes Metharom's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz slows the pace down in half guard.
Metharom controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T3#
Boaz is trying to control. Metharom wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boaz controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a kimura but Metharom is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boaz to get the leverage. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Metharom is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Metharom trying to control here.
Metharom is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boaz is trying to control. Metharom wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Metharom connects with a body shot.
Metharom scores with a jab to the head.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Klahan Metharom dominated that second round.
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#
Boaz throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Metharom counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Metharom counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Metharom.
Metharom lands a head kick!
Boaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Metharom.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz misses the jab.
Metharom throwing a counter right hand but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Metharom on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz throws a right hand that misses
and Metharom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Boaz backs away, Metharom returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Boaz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Klahan Metharom is winning the standup battle so far.
Metharom slips a jab from Boaz.#T1#
Boaz avoids the body shot from Metharom.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Metharom was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Klahan Metharom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Metharom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz throws a lazy uppercut
and Metharom counters with a nice uppercut.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Metharom throws out the jab.
Boaz throws a jab but it's blocked by Metharom.
Metharom jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Boaz misses with a hook
and Metharom counters with a low kick, right behind Boaz 's knee.
Metharom misses with a looping left.
Metharom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Metharom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Metharom.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Metharom moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Boaz throws a lazy uppercut
and Metharom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boaz throws a hook but Metharom blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slow jab from Boaz misses its intended target.
A low kick from Boaz misses
and Metharom counters with a nice body shot.
Metharom defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Metharom.
Boaz misses with a straight right.
Metharom moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Metharom takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Boaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Klahan Metharom is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Boaz misses
and Metharom counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A shot to the body from Boaz misses
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Metharom stuns Boaz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boaz throws a poor cross that misses
and Metharom counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Metharom lands a jab.
Boaz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Metharom. Boaz shrugs it off though.
Metharom scores with a crisp jab that stopped Boaz in his tracks.
Metharom scores with a sloppy right hand. Boaz should have avoided that one.
Nice body punch from Metharom.
Boaz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boaz takes a swing at Metharom's ribcage but misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Metharom misses its target.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Metharom.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Boaz misses.
Metharom changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz misses with a body shot
and Metharom makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Boaz throws the left hand but Metharom avoids the punch easily.
Metharom seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Metharom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Boaz on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Metharom clobbers Boaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Metharom digs a good body shot into Boaz's ribs.
Boaz lands a body shot.
Metharom staying out of range there.
Metharom fires out a quick counter leg kick but Boaz just manages to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Klahan Metharom showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Metharom, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klahan Metharom!
Klahan Metharom decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
|
|
|
|
Event:
UFC-Fright Night 10
Date: Dec 09, 2017 |
#R1#
Boaz looks to land a body kick but McDonald moved away.
McDonald jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#CL2#
Boaz has taken the fight to the clinch.
McDonald lands a right hand that snaps the head of Boaz backwards.
McDonald blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boaz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McDonald avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Boaz throws a punch but it's blocked by McDonald.
McDonald misses with a short punch on the inside.
McDonald tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McDonald content to slow the pace in the clinch.
McDonald throws a head punch that misses.
McDonald misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald has a couple of punches blocked by Boaz.
Boaz misses with some punches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by McDonald as Boaz tries to tie him up.
Boaz tries to throw a body punch but McDonald avoids it by throwing Boaz back against the cage. #T1#
McDonald throws a punch but it's blocked by Boaz.
McDonald lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Boaz displaying some good clinch control by pressing McDonald up against the cage.
Boaz with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McDonald misses with a short punch on the inside.
McDonald tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boaz's elbow.
McDonald lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Boaz.
McDonald doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McDonald lands a body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boaz.
McDonald blocking some punches.
Boaz takes a shot to the head.
McDonald tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McDonald taking a breather.
McDonald misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T2#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Boaz is trying to drag McDonald to the mat but McDonald just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McDonald.
I was talking to McDonald's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD2#
Boaz gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!#SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McDonald defends it well.
Boaz is taking a breather. McDonald says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T3#
McDonald pushes Boaz off looking to stand but Boaz dives back in and keeps control.
Boaz not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Boaz is looking for a kimura but McDonald is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boaz to get the leverage.
McDonald is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Still in half guard, Boaz seems content to control.
McDonald knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boaz on the ground.#SUB2#
Boaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but McDonald defends the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Trevor McDonald will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
McDonald misses with the combination.
McDonald throws a half hearted mid kick.
Boaz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boaz has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as McDonald is landing a low percentage of strikes.
McDonald tests Boaz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Boaz lands a nice hook to McDonald's body. McDonald takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonald.
#T1#
Boaz misses with a double jab
and McDonald connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonald throws a left and a right that both miss
and Boaz counters with a stiff right hand.
McDonald throws a combination that misses
and Boaz counters with a series of strikes. McDonald will be more careful next time no doubt.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
McDonald is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. McDonald does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonald lands a jab to the nose.#T2#
McDonald lands with a straight right. Boaz didn't see that one coming.
McDonald throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonald.
Boaz throws a hook but McDonald avoids it easily.
McDonald tries to counter by clinching up but Boaz breaks away and moves out of range.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
A punch combination from McDonald misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice sprawl there from McDonald as Boaz shoots in.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on McDonald's shoulder, as McDonald tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz scores with a jab to the jaw.#T3#
McDonald misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
It seemed like Boaz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonald fails with an attempt to clinch.
Boaz misses with a double jab
and McDonald counters with a left and a right that stings Boaz.
Boaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonald wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
McDonald misses with a lunging right hand
and Boaz counters with a nice body shot.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick.
Boaz wants to counter the offense by McDonald and move into the clinch position.#T4#
McDonald's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boaz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McDonald scrambles back to his feet.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz circles away from the clinch attempt.
A big left from Boaz misses.
A shot to the liver by Boaz. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
McDonald has closed the distance and engaged Boaz in a clinch.
McDonald's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
McDonald lands with a left to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Trevor McDonald will probably get the nod.
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.
#R3#
Boaz lands a right hook to the body.
McDonald misses with a wild body shot.
McDonald ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
McDonald keeps the fight on the outside.
McDonald takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Boaz throws a right hand that misses
and McDonald makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Boaz really felt that one!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by McDonald.
McDonald swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDonald attempts a counter takedown but Boaz avoids it well and moves away.
A lazy left from Boaz finds it's target.
Boaz scores with a body shot.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz misses the jab.
It looked like McDonald was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A big right from McDonald misses.
Boaz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McDonald with a body shot.
McDonald throws a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McDonald ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.#T2##CL2#
Boaz has managed to clinch.
McDonald lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Boaz - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Still in the clinch, McDonald scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from McDonald.
Boaz lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Boaz jumps guard.
McDonald showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
McDonald throwing strikes from guard but Boaz blocks nicely. #T3#
McDonald throws an elbow that misses. Boaz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McDonald's guard. Nice move by Boaz!#REVB#
Boaz slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McDonald has managed to free his arm - good work.
McDonald tries to roll over but Boaz keeps him under control.#SUB2#
McDonald is defending against the submission attempts here by Boaz.
#T4#
Boaz is keen to just control but McDonald is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McDonald is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Boaz has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can McDonald defend it? Boaz steps over the head and cranks it - McDonald is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Boaz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz is the new bantamweight champion!
After winning the bout, Wamberto Boaz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
UFC-Fright Night 7
Date: Nov 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Swift is just out of range.
Swift throws a combination that misses
and Swift takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boaz thuds a left hand into Swift 's body.
Boaz throws a push kick but Swift slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz scores with a nice strike.
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Swift in his tracks.
Boaz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Boaz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swift throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Swift moves out of range as Boaz throws a body kick.
Boaz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Swift is able to avoid easily.#T1#
Boaz clobbers Swift with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Swift avoids a kick to the body.
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
A left lands for Boaz.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Boaz lunges at Swift with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Swift 's hand.
Boaz punishes Swift 's body with a nice straight punch.
Swift misses with a combination
and Boaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Swift looks to land a combination. Boaz sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz cracks Swift with a right hand to the side of the head.
Swift has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boaz finds it's way round the side to connect with Swift 's head.
Mike Swift is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Boaz scores with a jab.
Boaz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Swift is able to avoid easily.
Boaz tried to score with a low kick but Swift checks it.
Swift changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Swift throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD#
and Boaz counters with a shoot takedown. Swift fights it but they end up in guard.
Swift is wriggling around but Boaz manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Swift defends the submission attempt.
We've been informed that Swift has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Boaz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Boaz is trying for a kimura here. Swift looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Boaz wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Wamberto Boaz!
Wamberto Boaz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
|
|
|
|
Event:
UFC-Fright Night 3
Date: Oct 07, 2017 |
#R1#
McDonald doesn't manage to clinch there - Boaz circles away.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McDonald is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McDonald jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Boaz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McDonald throws a head kick that misses.
McDonald throws a wild body kick that Boaz sees coming a mile off.
Boaz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz throws a body punch but McDonald moves out of range.
Boaz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
McDonald throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Boaz throws a chopping leg kick but McDonald manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McDonald throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Boaz counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Boaz. #ES2#
McDonald pushes Boaz off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T1#
McDonald pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Boaz throws a hook but McDonald avoids it easily.
McDonald staying out of range there.
McDonald lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Boaz closes the distance and clinches up with McDonald, looking for a takedown. Boaz pushes McDonald against the cage but McDonald circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McDonald misses with a double jab.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Boaz throws a leg kick that is checked
and McDonald counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Boaz is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonald.
McDonald misses the body punch #TD#
so Boaz counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz passes into half guard.
Boaz stalling.
McDonald is looking for a sweep. Boaz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McDonald trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Boaz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T3#
Boaz is trying to control the action in half guard but McDonald is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boaz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
McDonald is defending against the submission attempts here by Boaz.
McDonald is refusing to be controlled, as Boaz sits in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McDonald is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McDonald really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Boaz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
McDonald is defending against the submission attempts here by Boaz.
#SUB#
Boaz seems to be looking for submissions.
Boaz is thwarting McDonald's attempts to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Trevor McDonald will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
McDonald keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz cracks McDonald with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McDonald tries a head kick but it misses.
McDonald misses with a looping right.
Boaz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The crowd cheers as McDonald lands an impressive looking overhand right. Boaz doesn't seem phased though.
McDonald moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've been informed that McDonald has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Boaz takes one on the button.
A jab from McDonald does it's job there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald's corner calls for a 1-2. McDonald obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
McDonald moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McDonald as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Boaz blocks a head kick by McDonald.
Boaz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McDonald throws a right and a left that both miss.
McDonald lands with an overhand left.
Trevor McDonald seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonald avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Boaz swings for the body but McDonald moves out of range.
McDonald has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
McDonald gets caught napping as Boaz dives in and scores a takedown. McDonald manages to retain guard.
Boaz won't allow McDonald to sweep him here. #SUB#
Boaz drops back looking for a leg! McDonald is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and McDonald manages to kick Boaz off! Boaz jumps back into McDonald's guard. #T2#
McDonald trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
McDonald wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Boaz is now in half guard. #SUB#
Boaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
Boaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
McDonald keeps control of the position for the meantime.
McDonald has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boaz is working away from the top position though.
McDonald is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Boaz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Boaz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McDonald is just riding it out for now. Boaz eventually gives up the hold.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonald keeps working.
Boaz thows a huge punch but McDonald dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boaz content to control rather than advance.
Boaz wants to take a breather but McDonald is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Trevor McDonald showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
McDonald ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of McDonald's head but McDonald sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonald wants to clinch.
McDonald fails in his attempt to clinch.
A shot to the body from Boaz misses
enabling McDonald to counter with a crisp jab.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonald.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but McDonald moved away.
McDonald scores with a hook to the body. Boaz takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McDonald has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T1#
McDonald swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boaz tries to counter with a takedown but McDonald is quick to defend against it.
McDonald connects with a crisp jab.
Boaz throws the kick towards the body but McDonald avoids it.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonald.
Boaz attempts a counter takedown but McDonald avoids it well and moves away.
Boaz doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Boaz throws a head kick but McDonald moves out of range.
McDonald steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Boaz.
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDonald connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
McDonald is looking to clinch.
Boaz moves away from the strike by McDonald.
McDonald lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T2#
McDonald uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonald was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
McDonald scores with a hook.#ROC2#
Boaz is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A combination from McDonald does no damage.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but McDonald manages to avoid it.
McDonald scores with a hook.
Oh Boaz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Boaz throws a push kick but McDonald slaps the foot to one side.
McDonald is trying to counter with his kicks.
Boaz seems to have got his legs back now.
McDonald wants to clinch.#T3#
McDonald bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonald looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonald thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonald is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
McDonald scores with a push kick.
McDonald looks to land a combination but Boaz avoids it well.
Boaz throws a quick counter head kick but McDonald was just out of range.
McDonald jabs Boaz right on the nose. Boaz blinks but takes it well.
McDonald lands a head shot.
McDonald throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Boaz takes one on the button.
Trevor McDonald seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for McDonald.
McDonald scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
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!
McDonald scores with a nice strike.
McDonald lands a big right hand and follows it up with an uppercut. Oh and another big punch and a knee - Boaz can't take much more of this! Another big shot to the jaw from McDonald and Boaz drops to the floor. Beaten and bloodied - he had enough there. A vicious beatdown by McDonald.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Trevor McDonald!
|
|
|
|
Event:
Jutsu Loser Bracket 2
Date: May 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Boaz fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Doctore checks it well.
Doctore has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Doctore throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Doctore.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Doctore.
Boaz swings widly with a right hand
and Doctore counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Doctore throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Boaz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Oenomaus Doctore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz blocks a low kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz misses with a hook
enabling Doctore to counter with a crisp jab.
Doctore scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Good shot there by Doctore.
Boaz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1#
Doctore thows a left - swing and a miss!
Doctore throws a solid leg kick but Boaz takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Doctore.
Boaz doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Boaz throws a nice looking combination but Doctore bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Doctore misses with a low kick.
Boaz misses with a body shot.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Doctore throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Boaz misses with a body punch
and Doctore counters with a nice uppercut.
Doctore is looking to score with low kicks.
Doctore takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz misses with a body shot
and Doctore counters with a nice uppercut.
Doctore misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Doctore throws a hook to the side of Boaz's head but Boaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Doctore moves into range and connects with a jab.
Doctore lands with an uppercut that bounces Boaz off the ropes and back into range.
Boaz checks a low kick from Doctore.
Doctore jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz throws a push kick but Doctore slaps the foot to one side.
Doctore appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A left lands for Doctore.
Boaz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Doctore counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oenomaus Doctore is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Doctore lands a slapping body shot.
Doctore throws a series of punches but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Doctore counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Boaz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Doctore throws a shot to the body.
Doctore throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Doctore looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Doctore scores with a leg kick.
Doctore lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boaz throws a hook but Doctore blocks it.
Boaz misses with a straight left.
Doctore appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Boaz throws a hook but Doctore avoids it easily.
Doctore scores with a sloppy right hand. Boaz should have avoided that one. #T4#
Boaz swings for the body but Doctore moves out of range.
Doctore throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Boaz throws a hook but Doctore blocks it.
Boaz missing with a left hand there. Doctore was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boaz slips under a jab from Doctore.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Doctore scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Doctore looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Doctore looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Doctore dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Doctore lands a nice shot to the body.
#T5#
Doctore ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Doctore throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
Doctore lands a glancing blow to the side of Boaz's head.
Doctore lands with a good body shot.
Boaz takes a swing at Doctore's ribcage but misses.
Doctore is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Boaz checks a leg kick.
Doctore misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Doctore uses good head movement to avoid it.
Doctore is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Boaz misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Doctore counter with a right hand. #T6#
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Boaz feints a counter leg kick.
Boaz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Doctore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doctore lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Boaz at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Doctore throws a low kick but Boaz moves out of range easily.
Doctore stuns Boaz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boaz throws a push kick but Doctore slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz throws a right hand that misses
and Doctore counters with a series of strikes. Boaz will be more careful next time no doubt.
Boaz misses with a lunging right hand
and Doctore cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Doctore just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Doctore.#T7#
Doctore tries a low kick but Boaz avoids it.
Boaz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Doctore with a body shot.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Boaz raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Doctore throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Doctore throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Doctore uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Doctore.
Doctore throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Boaz stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Doctore connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown but Doctore shows good takedown defense. #T8#
Doctore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doctore lands a slapping body shot.
Doctore misses with a low kick as Boaz jumps back.
Doctore works Boaz's body with a nice hook.
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!
A looping hook to the body misses from Doctore. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz tries to move into range but Doctore moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Doctore counters with a straight right hand.
Boaz throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Doctore to counter with a crisp jab.
Doctore misses the shot to the body.
Boaz replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Doctore blocks it well.
Boaz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Doctore.
Boaz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Boaz takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T9#
Doctore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Doctore.
Doctore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doctore misses with a body shot.
Doctore misses with a body shot.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Doctore uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Doctore sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boaz looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The fighters circling - Doctore throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And Boaz tries to counter it with a takedown but Doctore pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Doctore scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Doctore moved away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Oenomaus Doctore dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R2#
Doctore paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boaz loads up on a big right hand but Doctore slips the punch.
Doctore misses with a hook. Boaz ducked under it nicely.
Doctore with a hook.
Doctore lands a body shot.
Doctore misses the jab.
A swing and a miss from Doctore.
Boaz misses with a hook. Doctore ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doctore wants to land a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Oenomaus Doctore is winning the standup battle so far.
Doctore just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Boaz releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Doctore lands with a right hand. #T1#
Doctore avoids the body shot from Boaz.
Doctore is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Doctore darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Doctore throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boaz throws out a counter right but Doctore avoids it with no problem.
Boaz throws a poor cross that misses
and Doctore counters with a leg kick.
Doctore lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boaz misses with a left hand
and Doctore counters with a left to the body.
Doctore lunges at Boaz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Boaz's hand.
Doctore throws a hook but Boaz avoids it easily.
Doctore is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boaz can do to turn this around?
Boaz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The fighters circling - Doctore throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Boaz misses with a left hand
and Doctore counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Doctore. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Doctore moves into range and connects with a jab.
Doctore slips under a jab from Boaz.
Doctore lands a jab to the head.
Doctore motions for Boaz to come forward. Doctore throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Doctore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Doctore thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Doctore misses with a looping left.
Doctore fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Boaz is out of range.
Doctore moves into range and connects with a jab.
Doctore takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
Boaz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boaz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Doctore misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Doctore thumps Boaz with a low kick.
Boaz looks for the body kick but Doctore saw that one coming.
Doctore throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Doctore with a hook.#T4#
Boaz moves away from the strike by Doctore.
A little jabbing left from Boaz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Doctore is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Doctore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Boaz misses.
Doctore throws a jab when Boaz was well out of range.
Doctore uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boaz.
Boaz fails with the takedown
and Doctore connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A punch lands to the side of Boaz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Boaz checks a low kick from Doctore.
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T5#
Nice uppercut there from Doctore.
A big left from Doctore misses.
Boaz misses with a hook to the body
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Doctore keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Boaz might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Doctore has got the better of the exchanges.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Doctore, as that shot connected.
Doctore stuns Boaz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boaz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Doctore thuds a left hand into Boaz's body.#TD2#
Boaz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Doctore looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T6#
Doctore is pressing down on Boaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Boaz has gone for a leg lock! Doctore slips out almost immediately though and dives into Boaz's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Boaz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Doctore is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T7##SUB2#
Boaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Doctore doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Doctore manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wamberto Boaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boaz keeping moving, preventing Doctore from controlling successfully.
Doctore controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T8#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Doctore manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Boaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Doctore is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Doctore on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Doctore tries to get out of the position.
Boaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doctore swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Doctore wants to get back to his feet but Boaz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Doctore working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Boaz.
Doctore knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boaz on the ground.
Boaz wants to pass the guard but Doctore is keeping the position.#T9#
Doctore keeping moving, preventing Boaz from controlling successfully.
Doctore is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boaz drops his hands momentarily and Doctore takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Doctore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Oenomaus Doctore showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Doctore has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 20:18
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 20:18
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 20:18
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oenomaus Doctore!
A very excited looking Oenomaus Doctore made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Jutsu Tournament Wars
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Ross shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Ross manages to avoid it.
Boaz throws a lazy right hand but Ross sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ross is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#TD#
Boaz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Ross is looking for a sweep.
Ross wants to control but Boaz postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boaz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ross is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
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. #T1#
Ross can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ross prevents Boaz from moving into mount.
Ross is trying to control Boaz's posture but Boaz avoids it. #SUB#
Boaz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ross has escaped the position, nice work there.
You can see the frustration on Ross's face as Boaz controls the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boaz works to advance to full mount. Ross defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Ross is trying to stand but he's just given Boaz his back.#SUB#
Ross preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Boaz.
Ross trying to control the position but Boaz manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Boaz is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB#
Ross is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Boaz gets his way!
#T3#
Boaz controls the action.#SUB#
Boaz looking for the choke from the back.
Boaz trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Ross doesn't escape. #SUB#
Boaz looking for the choke from the back.
Ross rolls, trying to escape but Boaz keeps control of the position.
Boaz controlling the position well here. Ross rolled but Boaz kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T4#
Ross wants to escape the position.
Boaz avoiding Ross 's attempts to control his hands.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ross is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Boaz.
Ross looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Boaz working for the choke. #T5##SUB#
Boaz is persistently looking for the submission but Ross is defending it well.
#SUB#
Boaz is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Ross defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Ross trying to control the action but Boaz just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Boaz is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ross knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ross for a finish. #T6##SUB#
Boaz is cranking Ross's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Ross! He's tightened the choke and Ross is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wamberto Boaz!
A relieved looking Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Jutsu Tournament Round 3
Date: Apr 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Sashi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A slow jab from Sashi misses its intended target.
Sashi just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz slips a jab from Sashi.
Sashi lands a nice shot to the body.
Boaz misses with a double jab
and Sashi counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sashi moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Sashi throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sashi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sashi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sashi throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
Sashi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boaz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Boaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sashi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boaz.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sashi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sashi swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Boaz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Sashi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sashi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T2#
Boaz avoids the body shot from Sashi.
Boaz tries to land a front kick but Sashi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sashi throws a shot from downtown. Boaz moves away and avoids it.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sashi counters with a stiff right hand.
Sashi throws a lazy right hand but Boaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sashi thuds a left hand into Boaz's body.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sashi throws out the jab. #T3#
Sashi moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
As Boaz backs off Sashi throws a huge counter combo but Boaz manages to avoid it all.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Boaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boaz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sashi throws the left hand but Boaz avoids the punch easily.
Boaz swings for the body but Sashi moves out of range.
Sashi just misses with a punch to the body.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Sashi moves away and avoids it.
Sashi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Sashi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Sashi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sashi ducks under a wild hook from Boaz.
Sashi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sashi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sashi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Boaz pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sashi is out of range and Boaz settles back down.
Waki Sashi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boaz misses with a hook to the body
and Boaz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sashi throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target. #T5#
A looping hook to the body misses from Sashi. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sashi.
Sashi misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sashi.
Boaz misses with a shot to the body
and Sashi counters with a nice uppercut.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sashi lands with a nice body punch. #T6#
Sashi misses with a looping right.#TD#
Boaz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sashi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Sashi is not content to let Boaz control the position.
Sashi wants to control but Boaz postures up.
Boaz taking a breather here.
Sashi stops Boaz from passing to mount.
Sashi is looking to reverse the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Boaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T7#
Sashi tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Boaz presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Sashi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sashi is looking to escape.
Sashi is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Boaz blocks Sashi's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom. #T8#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sashi has given up his back here.
#SUB#
Boaz is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Sashi is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wamberto Boaz!
A relieved looking Wamberto Boaz thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Jutsu Genin Tourney Rd II
Date: Mar 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lahey, as that shot connected.
Boaz with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lahey to score with a decent uppercut.
Lahey misses with a hook to the body
#TD#
and Boaz counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Boaz.
Boaz preventing the sweep.
Boaz content to stall in guard here.
Lahey wants to stand but Boaz is controlling the position.
Boaz's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lahey is looking to stand up but Boaz isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Lahey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boaz passes Lahey's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Boaz seems to be working for a kimura but Lahey defends the submission attempt.
Boaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lahey can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lahey has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boaz is working away from the top position though.
Boaz controlling the action here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Lahey is defending against the submission attempts here by Boaz.
#T3#
Boaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We've been hearing good reports from Boaz'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.
Lahey pushes Boaz off looking to stand but Boaz dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
Boaz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lahey trying to control but Boaz postures up.
#SUB#
Boaz seems to be looking for submissions.
Lahey trying to control from the bottom.
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Lahey is working away.
We've been informed that Lahey has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T5#
Boaz prevents Lahey from standing back up.
Still in half guard, Boaz seems content to control.#SUB#
Lahey is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Boaz has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Lahey is tapping! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Wamberto Boaz!
An out of breath Wamberto Boaz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Bubbles Lahey spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm sober enough to know what I'm doing, and drunk enough to really enjoy doing it.'.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Genin Tournament Rnd 1
Date: Mar 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Oluwatobi lands a jab to the head.
Oluwatobi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boaz will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Boaz throws a body punch but Oluwatobi moves out of range.
Wamberto Boaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oluwatobi. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oluwatobi throws a looping overhand right but Boaz ducks down to avoid it.
Oluwatobi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Oluwatobi.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oluwatobi was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Boaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Boaz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Oluwatobi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Oluwatobi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oluwatobi scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oluwatobi. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oluwatobi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Oluwatobi slips a straight right by Boaz.#T1#
Boaz throws a combination that misses
and Oluwatobi counters with a nice body shot.
Oluwatobi displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Boaz.
An attempted straight right counter from Oluwatobi misses the target.
Oluwatobi moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#
It looks like Wamberto Boaz has been cut.
Boaz throws a hook but Oluwatobi blocks it.
Oluwatobi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz has his takedown stuffed
enabling Oluwatobi to counter with a crisp jab.
Kwan Oluwatobi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Oluwatobi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boaz under the eye.
Kwan Oluwatobi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A low kick from Boaz misses
and Oluwatobi counters with a left to the body.
Boaz doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Oluwatobi counter with a right hand.
Boaz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2##TD2#
Boaz closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Oluwatobi to the mat! Oluwatobi manages to get full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Boaz drops back looking for a leg! Oluwatobi is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Oluwatobi manages to kick Boaz off! Boaz jumps back into Oluwatobi's guard.
Boaz looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Boaz 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.
Boaz advances to half guard.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Oluwatobi keeps working. #T3#
Boaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Oluwatobi wants to control but Boaz is keeping busy.
Oluwatobi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boaz on the ground.
Oluwatobi is looking to improve his position.
Oluwatobi looks like he's trying to stand up.
Oluwatobi is staying active underneath Boaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boaz not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Oluwatobi wants to get back to full guard.
Boaz trying to control the action but Oluwatobi is working from the bottom.
Boaz might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Oluwatobi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Oluwatobi is looking to control Boaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Oluwatobi avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Oluwatobi moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Oluwatobi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boaz is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Boaz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Oluwatobi lands a body shot.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Boaz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Oluwatobi circles away.
Donk. Oluwatobi catches Boaz right on the button with a cross.
Boaz looks for the body kick but Oluwatobi saw that one coming. #T5#
Oluwatobi looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Boaz appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boaz staying out of range there.
A jab from Oluwatobi finds it's way through Boaz's defenses.
Boaz takes a swing at Oluwatobi's ribcage but misses.
Oluwatobi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Boaz throws a leg kick
and Oluwatobi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oluwatobi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Oluwatobi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boaz throws a leg kick that is checked
and Oluwatobi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Boaz darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Boaz is keen to just control but Oluwatobi is a slippery customer.#T6##SUB2#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Oluwatobi has managed to free his arm - good work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oluwatobi tries to kick Boaz off but Boaz keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Boaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Boaz is working for a kimura but Oluwatobi is defending it quite comfortably.
Oluwatobi is looking to control Boaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Oluwatobi avoid being mounted?
Boaz trying to control from half guard but Oluwatobi is working away. #T7#
Boaz not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Boaz looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Boaz is trying to work for a kimura but Oluwatobi is defending well.
Oluwatobi trying to control from the bottom.
#T8#
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#
Boaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Oluwatobi is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Oluwatobi does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boaz controlling the pace.
Boaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Oluwatobi does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T9#
Boaz not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Boaz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Oluwatobi is trying to stand.
Boaz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Oluwatobi is looking to control Boaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Oluwatobi avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Oluwatobi throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz tries a quick counter leg kick but Oluwatobi is wise to it.
Boaz swings for the body but Oluwatobi moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Oluwatobi misses its target.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Oluwatobi.
Oluwatobi scores with a jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Boaz closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Oluwatobi quickly recovers to half guard.
Boaz is keen to just control but Oluwatobi is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Boaz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kwan Oluwatobi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wamberto Boaz's cut.
That's time! Oluwatobi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Boaz shoots and misses
and Oluwatobi counters with a left to the body.
Boaz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oluwatobi.
Oluwatobi cracks Boaz with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Boaz is looking to land body kicks.
Oluwatobi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Boaz tried to score with a low kick but Oluwatobi checks it.
Oluwatobi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Oluwatobi.
Boaz slips under a jab.
Oluwatobi takes a swing at Boaz's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oluwatobi moves out of range of the leg kick from Boaz.
A counter left hand to the body from Oluwatobi misses its target.
Boaz tries to move into range but Oluwatobi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boaz misses with a looping right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Oluwatobi does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Oluwatobi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Oluwatobi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Oluwatobi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boaz gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Oluwatobi counters with a nice body shot.
Oluwatobi cracks Boaz with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Oluwatobi is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Oluwatobi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Oluwatobi looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Oluwatobi blocks a head kick by Boaz.
Boaz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Oluwatobi circles away.
As Boaz looks to move away, Oluwatobi throws a big counter combo but Boaz just gets out of the way.
Boaz throws a leg kick that is checked
and Oluwatobi counters with a stiff right hand.
Boaz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Oluwatobi defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
A lazy body kick from Boaz
and Oluwatobi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boaz misses with a hook
and Oluwatobi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz throws a body kick that misses
and Oluwatobi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Boaz misses with a takedown #KD#
and Oluwatobi counters with a crisp right hand that drops Boaz! Oluwatobi lets Boaz back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#
Boaz is rocked!
Kwan Oluwatobi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wamberto Boaz.
Boaz is breathing heavily.
BOOM! Oluwatobi lands a beautiful left hook that drops Boaz. Boaz tries to recover but Oluwatobi is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Boaz lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwan Oluwatobi!
Kwan Oluwatobi thanked the fans post fight for their support.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
