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Event:
ABW 181 Kai - Carsara
Date: Dec 04, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Alvbris instigates a clinch. #TD# Vanna manages to pull guard.
#SUB2# Alvbris 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. Vanna working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Alvbris. Alvbris stays in close to Vanna's body and controls the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Alvbris slips nicely into half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Well, if Alvbris 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.
Vanna is controlling Alvbris's trapped leg to prevent Alvbris from advancing to side control.#T1# Alvbris is pressing down on Vanna's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vanna is holding on for now. Vanna makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Vanna. Vanna not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB# Vanna is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Alvbris rolls with it to try and escape but Vanna cranks on the arm and Alvbris is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marcin Vanna! Jumping up and down and very excited, Marcin Vanna waved his t-shirt featuring KAISER Nutrition - Q160's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
ABW 174 170lbs Eliminators
Date: Nov 08, 2018 |
#R1# Alvbris shoots in looking for a takedown. Vanna tries to sprawl out of it but Alvbris keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vanna manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2# Alvbris scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. 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. Vanna isn't going anywhere. Alvbris grinds an elbow into Vanna's temple. Alvbris trying to control the position but Vanna is working away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris working the head and body with strikes. Vanna being controlled for a moment. #SU2# Alvbris stands up. #T1# Alvbris fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Alvbris 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 Vanna has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Vanna and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Vanna fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Alvbris shoots for a takedown but Vanna saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Marcin Vanna has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Casper Alvbris. Alvbris tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD# and Vanna counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB# Vanna is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2# Alvbris looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2# Vanna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alvbris keeps working. Alvbris tries to get to full guard but Vanna has control of the leg. #SUB2# Alvbris looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Vanna is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Alvbris is just riding it out for now. Vanna eventually gives up the hold. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3##SUB2# Alvbris looking for submissions off his back. Vanna sitting and controlling from the half guard. Alvbris is trying to control but can't.
Alvbris 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# Alvbris is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vanna pulls his head out easily. #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. Vanna is taking a breather. Alvbris 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. Vanna'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.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Alvbris shoots and misses #CL# and Vanna moves into the clinch. Vanna avoiding damage as Alvbris throws knees to the body.
Alvbris trying to control the position but instead, Vanna has worked for underhooks and has pushed Alvbris into the cage. Alvbris tries for a takedown but Vanna manages to get underhooks.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Alvbris is looking to control Vanna's arms but Vanna gets an underhook and turns him. Now Alvbris has his back to the cage. #TD# Vanna ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Vanna no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. 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 Marcin Vanna will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Alvbris misses with a takedown and Vanna counters with a one-two to the body. Alvbris fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Alvbris throws a right hand that Vanna ducks under and follows up with a left that Vanna also avoids with ease. Vanna pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Alvbris.
Alvbris misses with a head kick.
Vanna appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Marcin Vanna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Danga de danga de dang - Alvbris scores with a four punch combination! Casper Alvbris seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Vanna fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alvbris fails with a takedown attempt. Marcin Vanna has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Casper Alvbris. Alvbris shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Vanna but Vanna pushes him off and we're back to square one. Vanna appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Vanna swats away the attempt to clinch by Alvbris.#T1# Alvbris tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vanna defends well and Alvbris ends up having to push Vanna into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Alvbris looks for a takedown but Vanna sprawls well. Vanna shoots in looking for a takedown. Alvbris tries to sprawl out of it but Vanna keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Alvbris manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Alvbris loads up on a big right hand but Vanna slips the punch. Alvbris misses with a takedown attempt - Vanna sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Alvbris throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vanna's waist but Vanna gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Alvbris off to one side. Alvbris darts in looking for a takedown but Vanna gets double underhooks and turns Alvbris into the cage. As Alvbris tries to get set, Vanna tries to push him back and clinch up but Alvbris manages to avoid the attempt. Alvbris tries a head kick but it misses.
Vanna feinted with a counter takedown. Decent striking displayed by Alvbris there.#TD2# Alvbris darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Vanna wants to control but Alvbris is keeping busy.
#T2# Vanna works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB# Vanna working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Alvbris doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Alvbris manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Vanna is controlling Alvbris's posture. Alvbris postures up.
Alvbris is looking to work some ground and pound but Vanna has wrist control.#T3# Vanna is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Alvbris with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Vanna utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Casper Alvbris has got the better of the ground game so far. Alvbris pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vanna is keeping the position for now. Alvbris wants to control from the top but Vanna keeps moving. #SUB# Alvbris got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vanna has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alvbris has managed to get both his arms back between Vanna's legs - danger averted. Vanna keeping full guard, as Alvbris tries to pass. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Vanna controls Alvbris momentarily but Alvbris frees himself. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Vanna tries to sprawl but Alvbris drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SU2# Alvbris stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Vanna to get to his feet. Vanna blocks a jab. Vanna feinted with a counter takedown.#CL# Vanna instigates a clinch. A knee to the head by Alvbris.
Vanna is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2# Alvbris escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Casper Alvbris 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# Vanna takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Alvbris misses with a takedown attempt #TD# and Vanna counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Alvbris! Alvbris is looking to regain half guard here but Vanna keeps moving and retains side control. Alvbris wants to control but Vanna postures up. Vanna blocks the strikes from Alvbris.
You can see the frustration on Alvbris's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Alvbris is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Vanna is staying active. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Vanna wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Alvbris, who protects the arm well. Alvbris manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1# Vanna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alvbris keeps working. Alvbris tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Vanna has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Alvbris is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes. Vanna moves to the back. Vanna controls the position.#SUB# Vanna has his arm under Alvbris's chin here. Game over son! Vanna squeezes tightly and Alvbris is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marcin Vanna! Jumping up and down and very excited, Marcin Vanna waved his t-shirt featuring KAISER Nutrition - Q160's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
ABW 161 Arendse - Pspic
Date: Sep 18, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Alvbris shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Alvbris was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2# Alvbris is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Padrone has escaped the position, nice work there. Alvbris tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. Padrone tries to bench press Alvbris off him but Alvbris keeps the position. Alvbris has control of an arm but Padrone manages to advance to Alvbris's back! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris wants to get back to his feet. Alvbris trying to control but not successfully. Padrone doesn't have the hooks in and Alvbris manages to turn into his guard.
#T1# Padrone seems keen to control Alvbris's posture.#SUB2# Alvbris is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB# Padrone looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Padrone keeping moving, preventing Alvbris from controlling successfully. #SUB# Padrone has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alvbris can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Alvbris wants to control from the top but Padrone keeps moving. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Padrone looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Alvbris is looking to work some ground and pound but Padrone has wrist control.#SUB2# Alvbris drops back looking for a leg! Padrone is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Padrone manages to kick Alvbris off! Alvbris jumps back into Padrone's guard. #SUB# Padrone has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alvbris can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Alvbris trying to control but Padrone is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB# Padrone is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alvbris defends well.#SUB# Padrone looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Alvbris postures up.
Padrone controlling Alvbris's posture. Padrone'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.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Alvbris working some strikes from top position.#SUB# Padrone looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Padrone is trying to keep Alvbris in close.
We've been informed that Alvbris has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Alvbris wants to control from the top but Padrone keeps moving. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Alvbris got a little sloppy there for a moment and Padrone has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alvbris has managed to get both his arms back between Padrone's legs - danger averted. Alvbris missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Casper Alvbris 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# Alvbris tries to clinch up. Casper Alvbris seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2# Padrone gets caught napping as Alvbris dives in and scores a takedown. Padrone manages to retain guard. Padrone keeping moving, preventing Alvbris from controlling successfully. Alvbris scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB# Padrone working for a triangle but Alvbris defends it easily.
Padrone is pulling down on Alvbris's head to control his posture. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Padrone is looking for a triangle but Alvbris pushes his legs off easily.
Alvbris wants to control from the top but Padrone keeps moving. #T1# Padrone definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU2# Padrone is working an open guard so Alvbris takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2# Alvbris shoots in and bounces Padrone off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Alvbris trying to control but Padrone is working from the bottom. Padrone trying to control the position here. Padrone keeping moving, preventing Alvbris from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB# Padrone is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alvbris defends well. Alvbris chips away with some ground and pound. Alvbris working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB# Padrone looking for a guillotine here but Alvbris defends easily.
Alvbris wants to control from the top but Padrone keeps moving. #T4##SU2# Alvbris gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2# Padrone gets caught flat footed, as Alvbris shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB# Padrone looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Alvbris has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB# Alvbris got a little sloppy there for a moment and Padrone has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alvbris has managed to get both his arms back between Padrone's legs - danger averted. Alvbris working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Alvbris trying to control the position from guard on top but Padrone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Padrone is trying to control the position but Alvbris postures up. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Casper Alvbris 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! This is the final round! #R3##CL2# Alvbris has taken the fight to the clinch.
Alvbris'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.#TD2# Alvbris wants the takedown. Padrone is fighting it off but Alvbris persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Padrone's guard against the cage. Alvbris trying to control the position from guard on top but Padrone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Alvbris engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Alvbris would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Padrone keeping moving, preventing Alvbris from controlling successfully. #T1# Padrone has Alvbris pulled in close to control his posture. Alvbris wants to control from the top but Padrone keeps moving. Padrone has his hands on Alvbris's head, controlling the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Padrone is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alvbris must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Alvbris lands a couple of digs.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Alvbris postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Padrone pulls Alvbris in to control the position. Alvbris sitting in guard, not really doing much. Padrone is trying to control the position but Alvbris postures up. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Alvbris tries a head kick but it misses.
A quick step to the side and Padrone tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. The fight stays on the outside here - Alvbris looks like he's thinking about clinching though. As Alvbris tries to get set, Padrone tries to push him back and clinch up but Alvbris manages to avoid the attempt.#TD2# Alvbris changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Padrone looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2# Alvbris wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Padrone, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB2# Alvbris wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Padrone, who protects the arm well. Padrone is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Alvbris's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Casper Alvbris has got the better of the ground game so far. Padrone trying to hold on to Alvbris's head to control him but Alvbris postures up.
Padrone blocking the ground and pound attempt from Alvbris. Casper Alvbris is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Padrone is trying to control but can't.
#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Alvbris trying to control the pace. The fighters are battling for position here. Padrone manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB# Padrone is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Padrone can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Alvbris controls the pace. Alvbris trying to control but Padrone is working from the bottom. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Padrone pulls Alvbris in to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight! Casper Alvbris comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Alvbris 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:30 Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:30 Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Casper Alvbris!
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Finals - Round 2
Date: Aug 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Casper Alvbris (ranked 5201 p4p, 474 weight class) and Renato Laranja (ranked 6889 p4p, 0 weight class). Alvbris's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Slayer - Bloodline. Laranja is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Sangue Do Laranja. On his way into the cage it seems that Casper Alvbris has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Casper Alvbris seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Casper Alvbris! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Renato Laranja! The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Laranja shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Laranja showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Alvbris (0) vs (2) Laranja Alvbris wants to control but Laranja is keeping busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Laranja has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Alvbris (0) vs (5) Laranja Laranja controlling the position easily from mount. Alvbris is squirming around, avoiding Laranja's attempts to control the action. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Laranja tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's one minute gone in the round. Alvbris is working to get back to half guard.
Laranja trying to control but Alvbris is having none of it. Laranja wants to take Alvbris's back here but Alvbris is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Alvbris really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Laranja tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Laranja prevents Alvbris from getting the reversal.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Laranja with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Alvbris is in all sorts of trouble here.
Laranja avoids the attempt from Alvbris to control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Laranja takes Alvbris's back. Score +3 for taking back: Alvbris (0) vs (8) Laranja Laranja is looking for the choke from the back position but Alvbris is controlling his hands well. Laranja trying to control. Alvbris tries to escape the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Laranja is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Alvbris won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Laranja off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Renato Laranja! After the fight, Renato Laranja 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. |
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Aug 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Casper Alvbris (ranked 5180 p4p, 487 weight class) and Abroham Lincoln (ranked 17855 p4p, 0 weight class). Alvbris's entrance music is Slayer - Bloodline. A fine choice. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Casper Alvbris! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 0 losses; Abroham Lincoln! The judges for this bout are William Peck, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Alvbris gets tackled into the cage by Lincoln. Lincoln maintains the clinch. Lincoln is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Alvbris pulls him back up using the underhooks. Alvbris turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Alvbris manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Alvbris (4) vs (0) Lincoln Lincoln tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Alvbris wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Alvbris thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Lincoln is looking to reverse the position. Lincoln is letting Alvbris control him for a moment. Lincoln tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Alvbris (6) vs (0) Lincoln The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Lincoln has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Lincoln! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvbris (6) vs (2) Lincoln Alvbris has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lincoln can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round. Lincoln 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. Alvbris looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Alvbris wants to sweep but no luck. Lincoln wants to control from the top but Alvbris keeps moving. Lincoln stays in close to Alvbris's body and controls the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Alvbris throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Lincoln escapes and throws Alvbris's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Alvbris (6) vs (5) Lincoln Lincoln happy to just control the position for now. Alvbris is trying to control Lincoln's posture but Lincoln avoids it.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Alvbris is trying to improve his position. Lincoln working away. Alvbris gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Alvbris looking for submissions off his back. Alvbris is looking to get back to full guard here but Lincoln has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Alvbris (6) vs (8) Lincoln Alvbris tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Lincoln is looking to take a break and control but Alvbris is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Alvbris is looking for a sweep. Alvbris struggling a bit here. Lincoln happy to just control the position for now. Lincoln working away.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Alvbris tries to improve position but can't. My spies in 3Band MMA ($700/week) inform me that Lincoln has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Lincoln trying to control the action but Alvbris is working from the bottom. You can see the frustration on Alvbris's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Alvbris sneaks back into half guard. Alvbris looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Lincoln is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Alvbris is looking to control Lincoln's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Alvbris avoid being mounted? Alvbris wants to improve his position but Lincoln is controlling well.
Alvbris has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lincoln is working away from the top position though. Lincoln seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Alvbris makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Alvbris. Lincoln content to stall in guard here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Alvbris trying to keep a closed guard but Lincoln is proving a slippery customer.
Alvbris keeping moving, preventing Lincoln from controlling successfully. Alvbris throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Lincoln escapes and throws Alvbris's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Alvbris (6) vs (11) Lincoln Alvbris tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lincoln wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Lincoln is looking to take a break and control but Alvbris is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. A lull in the action here. Alvbris looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Alvbris wants to control but Lincoln postures up. Alvbris is looking for a sweep. Alvbris struggling a bit here. Lincoln is looking to take a break and control but Alvbris is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Alvbris is looking for a sweep.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Lincoln trying to control the position but Alvbris is working away. Alvbris can't do much from the bottom here. Alvbris manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvbris (8) vs (11) Lincoln Alvbris is keen to just control but Lincoln is a slippery customer.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Alvbris is trying for a kimura here. Lincoln looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Alvbris wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Casper Alvbris! |
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Aug 03, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Casper Alvbris (ranked 5106 p4p, 475 weight class) and Breno Gracie (ranked 6085 p4p, 536 weight class). Alvbris comes to the cage accompanied by Slayer - Bloodline. On his way into the cage it seems that Casper Alvbris has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Casper Alvbris seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Casper Alvbris! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Breno Gracie! The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Taro Takaoka and Sosuke Kotani.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Alvbris closes the distance and clinches. Alvbris gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Alvbris (2) vs (0) Gracie Alvbris is looking to advance position but Gracie won't allow it. Alvbris not doing much here.
Gracie looking for submissions off his back. Gracie is looking for a sweep. Alvbris is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Gracie is refusing to be controlled, as Alvbris sits in half guard. Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvbris pulls his head out easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvbris pulls his head out easily. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Alvbris is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
Alvbris is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well.
That's one minute gone in the round. Gracie looking for submissions off his back. Alvbris is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Alvbris. Alvbris seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gracie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Alvbris.
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Gracie is refusing to be controlled, as Alvbris sits in half guard. Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvbris pulls his head out easily. Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvbris pulls his head out easily. Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvbris pulls his head out easily. Alvbris is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Alvbris in particular looking to stall. Alvbris seems to be working for a kimura but Gracie defends the submission attempt. Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Alvbris looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Gracie is staying active underneath Alvbris, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Alvbris moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Gracie. Score +3 for passing guard: Alvbris (5) vs (0) Gracie Gracie wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Alvbris has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Gracie'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! Gracie is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Alvbris!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Casper Alvbris! |
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 02, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ryota Imanari (ranked 5818 p4p, 0 weight class) and Casper Alvbris (ranked 5089 p4p, 476 weight class). Alvbris is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Slayer - Bloodline. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ryota Imanari! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Casper Alvbris! The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Ren Mimura and Yuuki Gou.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Alvbris shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Imanari manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Imanari (0) vs (2) Alvbris Imanari manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Alvbris manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Imanari (2) vs (2) Alvbris Alvbris escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Imanari gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Imanari wants to control from the top but Alvbris keeps moving. Alvbris is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Imanari avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Imanari trying to control the position from guard on top but Alvbris is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's one minute gone in the round. Imanari looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Alvbris is trying to keep Imanari in close.
Imanari tries to free his leg and advance position but Alvbris is retaining full guard. Imanari's corner is telling him to maintain position. Imanari stopping the sweep attempt from Alvbris. Alvbris can't keep his opponent in guard - Imanari advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Alvbris actively working from the bottom here. Alvbris actively working from the bottom here. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Alvbris is looking for a sweep. Imanari is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Alvbris is not content to let Imanari control the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Alvbris trying to control here.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Alvbris has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Imanari. Oh but Alvbris has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Imanari goes limp - he's gone! Alvbris jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Casper Alvbris! |
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 85
Date: Mar 16, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Donde fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Alvbris to the ground. Donde is now in Alvbris's guard. Donde trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Donde advances position into side control! Alvbris tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Donde wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. We've been hearing good reports from Alvbris'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# Donde thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2# Donde is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Alvbris is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2# Donde tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2# Donde tries for a kimura but Alvbris is defending well. #SUB2# Donde swings around for an armbar but Alvbris sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Donde's guard.#T1##SUB2# Donde working for submissions but it's allowed Alvbris to get to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Donde manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Alvbris trying to control but Donde is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Donde looking for a guillotine here but Alvbris defends easily.
#SUB2# Donde is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alvbris defends well. Alvbris is looking to work some ground and pound but Donde has wrist control.#SUB2# Alvbris avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Donde is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alvbris defends well.#T2# Alvbris trying to control but Donde is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Donde working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Alvbris doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Alvbris manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Alvbris wants to control from the top but Donde keeps moving. #SUB2# Donde has his foot on Alvbris's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alvbris works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2# Donde is looking for a triangle but Alvbris pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Donde manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Alvbris manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Alvbris keeping full guard, as Donde tries to pass. #T3# Donde passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2# Donde tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Alvbris gets back to half guard. Donde works his way into full mount! #SUB2# Donde moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Alvbris has worked his arm free - good work by Alvbris!
#SUB2# Donde wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Alvbris, who protects the arm well. #T4##SUB2# Donde is trying to get an arm triangle but Alvbris is defending well. Alvbris tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2# Donde looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2# Donde wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Alvbris, who protects the arm well. #SUB2# Donde swings around for an armbar but Alvbris sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Donde's guard.#SUB2# Donde is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Alvbris has his hands clasped together but Donde extends and breaks Alvbris's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Donde.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Raymond Donde! Raymond Donde is the new lightweight champion! A relieved looking Raymond Donde thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 74: New Faces
Date: Jan 21, 2018 |
#R1# Laz throws a head kick that misses. #CL# Alvbris has managed to clinch.
Laz missing with knees to the body.
Alvbris definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Alvbris tries for a takedown. No joy.
Nice elbow from Alvbris. #CUT# It looks like Devon Laz has been cut. Alvbris looking for a takedown. Laz gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Alvbris.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casper Alvbris. That's going to take a lot out of him. Laz holding his opponent close, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Laz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Laz is trying to push Alvbris away but Alvbris has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1# Laz tries to pull guard but Alvbris forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Alvbris tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Laz displaying some good clinch control by pressing Alvbris up against the cage. Laz blocking some punches.
Laz jumps guard but Alvbris stands there with Laz around his waist. Laz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Laz is trying to force a seperation but Alvbris has the dominant position. Alvbris lands on the inside with an uppercut. Alvbris throws a punch but it's blocked by Laz. #T2# Alvbris wants a takedown but no success here.
Alvbris swings wildly with an uppercut but Laz uses good head movement to avoid it. Alvbris has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Laz is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC# Alvbris breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD# Alvbris bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Laz tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops. This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB# Alvbris is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Laz has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB# Alvbris looking for the RNC. #T3# Laz is trying to stand back up. Laz prevents Alvbris from getting a body triangle. Laz wants to get back to his feet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Alvbris patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#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.#SUB# Laz defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Laz trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. I really don't envy Laz right now.
Alvbris lands strikes to the head. Laz is really stuck here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Alvbris looking for the RNC. #SUB# Alvbris is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Laz defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Laz trying to control the action but Alvbris just sinks the hooks in. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Casper Alvbris dominated that round. The cut man is working on Devon Laz's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2##CL# Alvbris closes the distance and clinches. Laz tries to score a body lock takedown but Alvbris shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Laz misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Laz. Laz stalling against the cage.
Alvbris tries for a takedown but Laz manages to get underhooks.
Alvbris goes for a takedown in the clinch but Laz prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris has Laz pressed against the cage.
Alvbris working Laz over with knees to the body.#T1# Alvbris jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Laz walks away with a smile on his face. Alvbris gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casper Alvbris. That's going to take a lot out of him. Laz fails to land the takedown. Alvbris throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Laz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Alvbris. Laz fails with a takedown attempt.#TD# Alvbris closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Laz to the mat! Laz manages to get full guard. Laz wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Alvbris manages to pass to side control. #T2##REVB# Alvbris stops Laz from getting back to his feet.
Laz trying to control from the bottom.
Laz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Alvbris. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Alvbris is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Laz tries to get to full guard but Alvbris has control of the leg. Alvbris prevents Laz from standing back up.
Laz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Alvbris is working away from the top position though.#T3# Alvbris throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Laz is trying to maintain the position but Alvbris is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB# Alvbris is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Alvbris trying to control the action but Laz is working from the bottom. #SU# Alvbris postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Laz to stand up. Alvbris shoots in for a takedown but Laz shows good takedown defense. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Sloppy strikes from Alvbris. Those never looked like landing. Donk. Alvbris catches Laz right on the button with a cross.#TD# Alvbris closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Laz is trying to get back to full guard. Alvbris working Laz over with strikes. #SUB# Alvbris is looking for a kimura but Laz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Alvbris to get the leverage. #SUB# Alvbris is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Laz defends it well. Laz is holding on to half guard well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Alvbris is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Casper Alvbris dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Devon Laz's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R3# Alvbris tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL# Alvbris moves into the clinch successfully.
Alvbris has Laz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Laz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Alvbris gets underhooks to prevent Laz's takedown attempt.
Alvbris is pushing Laz up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Alvbris is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laz can do to turn this around? Alvbris jumps guard but Laz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris is looking to take this one to the mat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casper Alvbris. That's going to take a lot out of him. Laz looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Alvbris stalling in the clinch.
Alvbris blocks an elbow strike.#T1# Laz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Laz is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Laz tries to break free but Alvbris pushes him back against the cage. Laz prevents the takedown attempt.
Alvbris stalling in the clinch.
#BC2# Laz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL# Alvbris clinches up with Laz and pushes him back against the cage. Laz is struggling to control the position.#BC# Alvbris breaks the clinch.
#T2# Alvbris looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Laz is fending him off so far but Alvbris persists. Nope, Laz circles away and we're back to standing. Laz blocks a head kick by Alvbris.
Laz drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Alvbris defends it well. Alvbris shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Laz takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laz throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD# Alvbris shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Laz manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Alvbris is standing up over Laz. Laz looks to escape but Alvbris dives into side control.
#REVB# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Laz is trying to control Alvbris's posture but Alvbris avoids it. Alvbris trying to control the position but Laz is working away. Laz tries to bench press Alvbris off him but Alvbris keeps the position. #T3# Alvbris looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Laz is avoiding damage well.
Laz is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Alvbris thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Alvbris swings around for an armbar but Laz sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Alvbris's guard.#SUB# Alvbris pushes a forearm under Laz's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Laz is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Casper Alvbris! Casper Alvbris is the new lightweight champion!
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 68: Holy Night
Date: Dec 23, 2017 |
#R1# A solid leg kick lands there for Alvbris.
#TD# Alvbris closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB# Alvbris wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by More, who protects the arm well. Alvbris trying to control the position but More is working away. More is trying to work for a sweep but Alvbris has mounted him! A nice elbow there by Alvbris. Alvbris pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#SUB# More tries to improve his position but Alvbris has taken his back! Alvbris has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will More tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Alvbris pushes More away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Casper Alvbris!
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Casper Alvbris (ranked 4720 p4p, 0 weight class) and Marcinho Sitsongrit (ranked 8150 p4p, 0 weight class). Alvbris comes into the arena with Slayer - Bloodline blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Casper Alvbris! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Marcinho Sitsongrit! The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Saam Ante and Daniel Blasius.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Sitsongrit instigates a clinch. Alvbris tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit holds him up against the cage and eventually Alvbris drops back down to his feet.
Alvbris manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Sitsongrit slips nicely into half guard. Alvbris actively working from the bottom here. Sitsongrit trying to mount his opponent but Alvbris defends it. Alvbris works his way to full guard. Good work. Alvbris looking for a guillotine here but Sitsongrit defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongrit is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Alvbris is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's one minute gone in the round. Sitsongrit sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alvbris's guard. Alvbris trying to control here.
Sitsongrit trying to control the action but Alvbris is working from the bottom. The fighters are battling for position here. Alvbris manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Alvbris 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. Sitsongrit avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sitsongrit trying to control but Alvbris is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Alvbris keeping full guard, as Sitsongrit tries to pass. Alvbris looking for a guillotine here but Sitsongrit defends easily.
Alvbris controls Sitsongrit momentarily but Sitsongrit frees himself. Alvbris is looking for a triangle but Sitsongrit pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Sitsongrit drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sitsongrit jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Sitsongrit drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sitsongrit jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Sitsongrit sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alvbris's guard. Sitsongrit is trying to control. Alvbris wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Sitsongrit is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Sitsongrit is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Sitsongrit wants to take a breather but Alvbris is having none of it. Alvbris tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Sitsongrit has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Alvbris (0) vs (3) Sitsongrit Alvbris wants to hold on but Sitsongrit pushes him away.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Sitsongrit trying to control but he's not successful this time. Alvbris working to try and regain half guard.
Sitsongrit jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Alvbris manages to avoid the submission attempt. Sitsongrit controlling from side mount. Alvbris is trying to control Sitsongrit's posture but Sitsongrit avoids it. Sitsongrit has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Alvbris is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Sitsongrit yanks on the arm and Alvbris is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Sitsongrit.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marcinho Sitsongrit! |
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Nov 25, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gary Bishoff (ranked 21551 p4p, 0 weight class) and Casper Alvbris (ranked 4653 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Bishoff might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Marvin Gaye - Sexual Healing. Alvbris has chosen Slayer - Bloodline as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Gary Bishoff! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Casper Alvbris! The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Anni Minnemäki and Roosa Järviläinen.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Alvbris has managed to clinch.
Bishoff pulls guard. Bishoff pulls Alvbris in close to his closed guard and prevents Alvbris from doing any damage or advancing position. Bishoff manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Alvbris manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bishoff (2) vs (0) Alvbris Alvbris throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bishoff has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Bishoff seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bishoff has picked Alvbris up and slammed him! Alvbris can't keep hold of the triangle and Bishoff manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bishoff (5) vs (0) Alvbris Alvbris is looking for a sweep.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bishoff goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Alvbris rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bishoff's guard! Nice work there by Alvbris! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bishoff (5) vs (2) Alvbris Bishoff tries to land a sweep but no joy. Alvbris looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Alvbris is pushing down on Bishoff's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bishoff is fighting to maintain full guard but Alvbris has managed to sneak the leg through. Bishoff trying to control but Alvbris postures up.
Bishoff is not content to let Alvbris control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Alvbris in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Bishoff tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Alvbris!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Casper Alvbris! |
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mike Sodden (ranked 7036 p4p, 0 weight class) and Casper Alvbris (ranked 4628 p4p, 0 weight class). Alvbris comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Slayer - Bloodline kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Casper Alvbris is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mike Sodden! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Casper Alvbris! The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Arvi Lind and Tarja Halkonen.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Alvbris drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sodden (0) vs (4) Alvbris Sodden wants to control but Alvbris postures up. Alvbris goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sodden has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Alvbris but great work by Sodden. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sodden (4) vs (4) Alvbris Sodden trying to control the action but Alvbris is working from the bottom. Sodden really is a fat lump. Alvbris wants to control but Sodden postures up. Sodden tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Sodden is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Alvbris is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Both fighters take a look at the clock.
That's one minute gone in the round. Alvbris regains half guard. Alvbris actively working from the bottom here. Alvbris is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sodden pulls his head out easily. Sodden is keen to just control but Alvbris is a slippery customer. Alvbris actively working from the bottom here. Sodden wants to control but Alvbris is keeping him busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Sodden is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Alvbris is just riding it out for now. Sodden eventually gives up the hold. Alvbris actively working from the bottom here. Sodden knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Alvbris on the ground. Sodden wants to take a breather but Alvbris is having none of it. Alvbris is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sodden pulls his head out easily. Sodden wants to pass the guard but Alvbris is defending well. Alvbris tries to get to full guard but Sodden has control of the leg.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Alvbris slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Alvbris pushes a forearm under Sodden's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Sodden is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Casper Alvbris! |
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 61: Dangerous Game
Date: Oct 28, 2017 |
#R1# No luck for Alvbris with that takedown attempt. Alvbris throws an overhand right that lands on Jason's shoulder, as Jason tries to avoid the shot. #TD# Alvbris fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jason sprawls well initially but Alvbris persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Alvbris is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Jason is trying to control but can't.
Alvbris thows a huge punch but Jason dodges it nicely.
#SUB# Alvbris is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris not doing much here.
#T1##SUB# Alvbris is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jason is just riding it out for now. Alvbris eventually gives up the hold. Alvbris content to control rather than advance. #SUB# Alvbris looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T2# 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.#SUB# Alvbris is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Alvbris is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jason has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB# Alvbris is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3# Alvbris controlling the pace. #SUB# Alvbris is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB# Alvbris is looking for a kimura here.
#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Jason works his way to full guard. Good work.#SU# Alvbris decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Jason, up you get! Alvbris tries to close the distance and clinch but Jason swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Nice uppercut lands for Alvbris. That snapped Jason's head back.
#TD# Alvbris shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jason's guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Alvbris stays in close to Jason's body and controls the position. #ES2# Jason has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Alvbris has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Casper Alvbris dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Alvbris scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Jason throws a sloppy head kick and Alvbris moves out of range easily. Alvbris clobbers Jason with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. A jab from Alvbris does it's job there. Casper Alvbris is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Alvbris throws a right hand that Jason ducks under and follows up with a left that Jason also avoids with ease. Alvbris throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jason's waist but Jason gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Alvbris off to one side. Alvbris is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jason can do to turn this around? Jason jabbing away but nothing is landing. Alvbris dives in and grabs Jason's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jason pushes down on Alvbris's head and hops out. Casper Alvbris seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jason fails to land with a series of punches.
Jason showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Alvbris.
Alvbris throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jason's waist but Jason gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Alvbris off to one side. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casper Alvbris. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jason scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. This has been an exciting period of action! Jason lands with an uppercut that bounces Alvbris off the cage and back into range.#CL# Alvbris closes the distance and clinches. Alvbris slows down the pace here.
#BC# Alvbris escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1# Jason is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Alvbris fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Good shot there by Alvbris. Sloppy strikes from Jason. Those never looked like landing. Nice sprawl there from Jason as Alvbris shoots in. Alvbris tries for a takedown but Jason sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Jason tries to counter with a clinch but Alvbris shakes him off and moves away. Jason throws a head kick that misses. Alvbris keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alvbris dives in for a single leg takedown but Jason sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Jason let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Alvbris throws a sloppy head kick and Jason moves out of range easily. Jason avoids a punch combination nicely.
Alvbris misses with a takedown and Jason counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Alvbris bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2# Alvbris shoots in but no luck this time. Alvbris fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jason throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Alvbris looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD# Alvbris closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Jason is breathing heavily. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jason is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Jason is trying to control but can't.
#SUB# Alvbris is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Alvbris seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# Jason wants to get back to full guard. Alvbris thows a huge punch but Jason dodges it nicely.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Alvbris in particular looking to stall.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB# Alvbris 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# Alvbris is looking for a kimura here.
Casper Alvbris overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB# Alvbris is working for a kimura but Jason is defending it quite comfortably.
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 Casper Alvbris 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##TD# Alvbris shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Alvbris showed some decent athleticism there. Jason is looking to improve his position.
Alvbris takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Alvbris is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Alvbris looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1# Jason taking some punishment here, with Alvbris in his half guard. #SUB# Alvbris is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB# Alvbris is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB# Alvbris is looking for a kimura here.
#T2# Alvbris performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Jason really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Alvbris. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Kevin Jason has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB# Alvbris seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3# Alvbris seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Alvbris'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. Alvbris has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Casper Alvbris is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. This is a sustained period of stalling by Alvbris.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB# Alvbris 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.
Alvbris missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Alvbris takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
And that's the end of the fight! Casper Alvbris showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Alvbris, 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27 Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27 Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Casper Alvbris!
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 50: No Way Out
Date: Sep 09, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Holban has taken the fight to the clinch.
Alvbris drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Holban gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Alvbris keeps control of Holban as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Holban jumps guard but Alvbris turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Alvbris fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Alvbris prevents Holban from breaking the clinch. Alvbris tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casper Alvbris. That's going to take a lot out of him. Still in the clinch, Holban scores with a nice short uppercut. Holban is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Holban is trying to break the clinch but Alvbris has him pressed against the cage. Alvbris tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Holban looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Alvbris is stalling here.
#T1# Alvbris has Holban pressed against the cage.
#TD# Alvbris lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#ES2# Holban has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Alvbris is on him like a limpet, forcing Holban back against the cage. Alvbris misses with an elbow over the top. A right handed body shot lands from Holban.
Alvbris looking to stall.
#BC# Alvbris breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Holban misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Alvbris tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Holban manages to circle out of the way. Alvbris fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Holban is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Holban throws a head kick but Alvbris moves out of range.
#T2# Holban stuffs the takedown attempt from Alvbris. Alvbris gets slowly back to his feet. 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! Alvbris with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2# and Holban counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Alvbris stops a takedown attempt from Holban.
Holban working hard to break the clinch. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Alvbris keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Holban's efforts to push away. Alvbris has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Holban is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Holban has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Alvbris avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Alvbris is trying to pull guard but Holban turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Holban prevents a takedown attempt there.
Holban is trying to force a seperation but Alvbris has the dominant position.#T3# A frustrated look appears on Holban's face as he tries to break the clinch. Holban is working for takedown but Alvbris is calmly controlling the position for now. Holban is looking to break free of the clinch but Alvbris has double underhooks. Holban is trying to pull guard but Alvbris turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Holban tries to break the clinch but Alvbris is controlling the position. Alvbris has Holban pressed against the cage.
Holban drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Alvbris gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Alvbris looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. The referee calls for Holban to work.
#TD# Alvbris pulls guard. #T4# Holban won't allow Alvbris to get back to his feet. #SUB# Alvbris is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Holban rolls with it to try and escape but Alvbris cranks on the arm and Holban is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Casper Alvbris! The defeated Thaenir Holban had this to say: 'Its RIGGED!!!!!!!!'.
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Event:
KFC 27: Leary vs Hill
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1# Nice takedown defense from Skrarez. No joy for Alvbris on that attempt. Skrarez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. A slow jab from Alvbris misses its intended target. #CL2# Alvbris fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Skrarez, pushing him back against the cage. Alvbris is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Skrarez is defending well. A body shot lands from Skrarez.
Skrarez lands a shot to the body. Knees to the body from Skrarez.
Alvbris is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Skrarez pulls him back up using the underhooks. Francesco Skrarez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Casper Alvbris. Skrarez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Skrarez lands a nice uppercut. Alvbris managing to block the knees to the body from Skrarez.
Skrarez gets through Alvbris's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Alvbris takes a shot to the head. #ROC# Alvbris is rocked! Alvbris has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Skrarez after a bit of a struggle. Alvbris is still on wobbly legs! Can Skrarez finish him? Alvbris looks winded! Skrarez landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Alvbris seems to have recovered his senses. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Skrarez working Alvbris over with knees to the body. Skrarez pushes Alvbris back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Skrarez. Skrarez lands an uppercut. Skrarez lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1# Skrarez lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alvbris. Still in the clinch, Skrarez scores with a nice short uppercut. Skrarez lands with a light punch inside. Skrarez cracks Alvbris with a nice body shot. Alvbris blocks an elbow strike. Skrarez working some nice short punches in the clinch. Alvbris wants a takedown but no success here.
Alvbris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Skrarez working Alvbris over with knees to the body. Skrarez lands a right hand. Skrarez dips a shoulder and cracks Alvbris with a mighty uppercut! Alvbris falls back against the cage and Skrarez unloads with a barrage of strikes! Alvbris is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Skrarez screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Francesco Skrarez! Francesco Skrarez thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
KFC 18: Mumba vs Leary
Date: May 10, 2017 |
#R1# Goodman lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Goodman throws a series of punches but Alvbris moves out of range. Alvbris is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Goodman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Alvbris looks for a takedown but Goodman sprawls well. Alvbris closes the distance and clinches up with Goodman, looking for a takedown. Alvbris pushes Goodman against the cage but Goodman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. No luck for Alvbris with that takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casper Alvbris. That's going to take a lot out of him. Alvbris swinging wildly here.
Goodman lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. An inside leg kick from Alvbris misses. Goodman stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Goodman wants it to stay on the feet. Alvbris takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Goodman lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Alvbris tries for a takedown but Goodman sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Goodman will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Goodman slips a straight right by Alvbris. Nice sprawl there from Goodman as Alvbris shoots in. Goodman scores with a one two! Alvbris had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T1# A punch combination from Goodman misses. Goodman lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Alvbris backs up against the cage.
#ROC2# Alvbris is rocked! Alvbris shoots for a takedown but Goodman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Despite the aggression on Goodman's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Oh Alvbris is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Good shot there by Goodman. Alvbris on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Goodman looks to land a combination but Alvbris avoids it well. Some wild striking there from Goodman.
Goodman lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Goodman sizes up Alvbris with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. 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! Goodman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Alvbris. Alvbris wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Alvbris tries to clinch but Goodman moves out of range. Goodman misses with the combination.
Alvbris fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Goodman. Alvbris looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Goodman scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Goodman swats away the attempt to clinch by Alvbris. Goodman is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Alvbris like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Alvbris from another fist facial!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Goodman!
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Event:
TWGC 16 (145lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jon McDonald and Casper Alvbris. Alvbris has chosen Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc. as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jon McDonald! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Casper Alvbris! The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Andrew Berry and Richard Clark.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Alvbris has McDonald up against the cage in a clinch.
Alvbris has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed McDonald clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: McDonald (0) vs (4) Alvbris McDonald needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation. McDonald showing good submission defense here.
McDonald's corner are yelling at him, telling him to just focus on controlling Alvbris's hands. McDonald is in bad spot here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McDonald trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. McDonald breaks Alvbris's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (2) vs (4) Alvbris
That's one minute gone in the round. McDonald pushes down on Alvbris's leg and manages to get into half guard. McDonald content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McDonald uses his free foot to push down on Alvbris's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Alvbris. Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (5) vs (4) Alvbris Alvbris is controlling an arm, preventing McDonald from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
McDonald controlling the pace for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round. McDonald prevents Alvbris from getting the reversal. McDonald controlling the pace for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McDonald seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Alvbris is holding on tight.
McDonald is working hard here to advance position. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Alvbris tries to hold on but McDonald pushes him away. Alvbris is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but McDonald is staying active. Alvbris really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McDonald avoids the attempt from Alvbris to control. McDonald controlling the pace for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round. McDonald'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. Alvbris is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
McDonald content just to control the position here. McDonald forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: McDonald (8) vs (4) Alvbris McDonald is riding his opponent, not letting Alvbris buck him off. McDonald has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. We've been informed that Alvbris has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Alvbris defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of McDonald's arms. What can Alvbris do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Alvbris is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
McDonald seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Alvbris is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by McDonald.
McDonald continues to stall.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Alvbris is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Alvbris is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by McDonald.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Alvbris tries to escape the position.
McDonald is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. I really don't envy Alvbris right now.
McDonald working for a choke but Alvbris is defending well. McDonald just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Further stalling from McDonald. You can see the frustration on Alvbris's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
McDonald controls the position. Alvbris wants to escape the position.
What can Alvbris do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Alvbris rolls, trying to escape but McDonald keeps control of the position.
McDonald has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Alvbris's body.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Alvbris defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of McDonald's arms. McDonald biding his time, controlling Alvbris. More hug and hope from McDonald.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because McDonald is stinking the place up with his stalling. Alvbris is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Alvbris tries to roll but McDonald sticks to his back.
McDonald is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. This is a sustained period of stalling by McDonald. McDonald continues to hold on tight. Alvbris trying to control the action but McDonald just sinks the hooks in. McDonald controlling well, preventing Alvbris from escaping the position.
McDonald 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.
Alvbris is trying to break free.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. McDonald is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. Alvbris looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. McDonald has good solid back control here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Alvbris manages to reverse the position and now he's in McDonald's guard. Nice work there by Alvbris.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (8) vs (6) Alvbris Alvbris wants to control from the top but McDonald keeps moving. McDonald is controlling Alvbris's posture. McDonald 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: McDonald (10) vs (6) Alvbris McDonald is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Alvbris looking for submissions off his back. McDonald seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! McDonald takes the fight on points by 10 to 6. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (145lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2017 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Casper Alvbris and Andrew Johannsenn. Alvbris comes into the arena with Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc. blaring out of the sound system. On his way into the cage it seems that Casper Alvbris has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Casper Alvbris seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Casper Alvbris! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Andrew Johannsenn! The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Andrew Berry and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Alvbris clinches up against the cage. Johannsenn decides to pull guard. Alvbris wants to control from the top but Johannsenn keeps moving. Alvbris stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Johannsenn swivels though and keeps the full guard. We've been hearing good reports from Alvbris'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. Alvbris trying to control the position from guard on top but Johannsenn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Johannsenn working for a triangle but Alvbris defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris trying to control but Johannsenn is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round. Alvbris stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Johannsenn swivels though and keeps the full guard. Alvbris thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Johannsenn is pulling down on Alvbris's head. It's preventing any offense from Alvbris, at least for the moment. Alvbris avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Alvbris trying to control but Johannsenn is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Johannsenn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Johannsenn keeping moving, preventing Alvbris from controlling successfully. Johannsenn throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Johannsenn keeping moving, preventing Alvbris from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Alvbris works a leg free and moves into half guard. Alvbris seems to be working for a kimura but Johannsenn defends the submission attempt. Alvbris wants to work for an arm triangle but Johannsenn is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Johannsenn trying to control here.
Johannsenn is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Alvbris has latched onto it... Big trouble! Alvbris pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Johannsenn is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Alvbris!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Casper Alvbris! |
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 2: Pride & Glory
Date: Mar 17, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Alvbris moves into range and clinches up with Evangelista. Evangelista gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Alvbris.
Alvbris displaying some good clinch control by pressing Evangelista up against the cage. Alvbris is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Evangelista pulls him back up using the underhooks. Alvbris just leaning against Evangelista, taking a breather. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Alvbris pulls guard effortlessly. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Alvbris is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Evangelista pushes down on Alvbris's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1# Evangelista is thwarting Alvbris's attempts to control the position.#SUB# Alvbris actively working from the bottom here. Alvbris slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Evangelista wants to control from the top but Alvbris keeps moving. #SUB# Evangelista got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alvbris has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Evangelista has managed to get both his arms back between Alvbris's legs - danger averted. Alvbris is looking to stand up but Evangelista isn't so interested in that idea. Alvbris keeping full guard, as Evangelista tries to pass. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Alvbris wants to sweep here but Evangelista controlling him for the moment. Evangelista looking to pass the guard. Evangelista missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Evangelista passes into half guard. Evangelista wants to pass the guard but Alvbris is defending well. #SUB2# Evangelista is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Alvbris is just riding it out for now. Evangelista eventually gives up the hold. #T3# The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Alvbris trying to control from the bottom.
Alvbris tries to roll over but Evangelista keeps him under control.#SUB# Alvbris has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Evangelista escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Evangelista! Alvbris is trying to control Evangelista's posture but Evangelista avoids it. #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. Evangelista wants to control but Alvbris is keeping him busy. Evangelista cracks Alvbris with an elbow. That is naaassty. Alvbris is trying to control Evangelista's posture but Evangelista avoids it. Evangelista wants to control but Alvbris is keeping him busy. Evangelista advances to full mount. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Alvbris is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dino Evangelista dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Alvbris tries to clinch but Evangelista moves away #TD2# and Evangelista counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Alvbris! Alvbris wants to get back to his feet. Evangelista passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Alvbris! Alvbris is looking to get to half guard. Alvbris is squirming around, avoiding Evangelista's attempts to control the action. Alvbris bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Evangelista keeping moving, preventing Alvbris from controlling successfully. #T1# Alvbris pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Evangelista is keeping the position for now. Alvbris trying to control but Evangelista is working from the bottom. Alvbris throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Alvbris is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Evangelista 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. Alvbris controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Alvbris is looking to advance position but Evangelista has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB##SUB2# Evangelista jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Alvbris manages to avoid the submission attempt. Evangelista cracks Alvbris with a big right hand but Alvbris just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T3# Alvbris is looking for a sweep.#SUB2# Evangelista is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Alvbris has escaped the position, nice work there. Evangelista is breathing heavily. Alvbris is not content to let Evangelista control the position. Evangelista lands a nice forearm strike. Alvbris trying to control but Evangelista flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T4##SUB2# Alvbris fending off the submission attempt from Evangelista. Evangelista not allowing Alvbris to control his hands. #SUB2# Evangelista looking for the RNC. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Evangelista is hanging on to Alvbris's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2# Evangelista is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Alvbris knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Alvbris for a finish. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dino Evangelista 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Alvbris fails to land the takedown. Evangelista tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Alvbris misses with a few strikes there.
Evangelista feints the counter takedown. Evangelista slips a jab from Alvbris. Evangelista leaves Alvbris with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Alvbris misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Evangelista with the counter takedown but Alvbris avoids it easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casper Alvbris. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvbris shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Evangelista defends it nicely. Evangelista with the counter takedown but Alvbris avoids it easily. The fight stays on the outside here - Alvbris looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Casper Alvbris seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Alvbris fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Evangelista avoids it really well and circles away. And Evangelista tries to counter it with a takedown but Alvbris pushes his down on his head and steps out. Alvbris wants to clinch up but Evangelista keeps it at a distance. Alvbris looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Evangelista changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. No luck with that takedown attempt from Alvbris. Evangelista with the counter takedown but Alvbris avoids it easily. Alvbris shoots in and drives through. Evangelista sprawls well. Alvbris goes for a double leg but Evangelista avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Evangelista continues to drive forward. Evangelista changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T2# Alvbris darts in looking for a takedown but Evangelista gets double underhooks and turns Alvbris into the cage. Evangelista has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Alvbris fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Alvbris throws a combination that misses #TD2# and Evangelista counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Evangelista. Evangelista trying to control the position from guard on top but Alvbris is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Evangelista forces his way into half guard.#SUB2# Evangelista is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Evangelista wants to pass the guard but Alvbris is defending well. #T3##SUB2# Evangelista seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Evangelista 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# Alvbris looking for submissions off his back. Casper Alvbris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2# Evangelista is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Alvbris doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Evangelista. Alvbris is trying to maintain the position but Evangelista is very close to passing his half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Alvbris actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight! Dino Evangelista comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Evangelista 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30 Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dino Evangelista! An out of breath Dino Evangelista thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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