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Event:
TGC 37: Cobb vs Sylvia
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1# Tavares shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL# Tavares rushes Ruenroeng and presses him up against the cage. Tavares lands a body punch in the clinch. Tavares digs a right hand into Ruenroeng's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ruenroeng's gas tank. Ruenroeng prevents a body shot from Tavares. Tavares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ruenroeng's elbow. Ruenroeng misses with a punch on the inside.
Tavares doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ruenroeng using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Tavares blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tavares dodges an elbow strike from Ruenroeng.
Tavares misses with a body punch.
Tavares misses with a short punch on the inside. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ruenroeng misses with a knee strike.
A shot in the inside from Tavares. Tavares lands a nice uppercut. Tavares misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ruenroeng lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. This has been an exciting period of action! Tavares throws a punch but it's blocked by Ruenroeng. #T1# Tavares wants to take the fight to the mat but Ruenroeng manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Ruenroeng blocks a body shot from Tavares. Tavares on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Ruenroeng fails to land. Tavares swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruenroeng pushes off an throws an elbow but Tavares leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Ruenroeng lands with a right to the head. Ruenroeng throws an elbow that misses.
A short uppercut from Tavares. Tavares blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tavares fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ruenroeng misses with a knee strike.
Nice elbow from Ruenroeng. Ruenroeng tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tavares dodges an elbow strike from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng scores with a knee to the head.
Ruenroeng misses with a knee strike.
#T2# Ruenroeng prevents a body shot from Tavares. Tavares has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ruenroeng avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Ruenroeng prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Djalo Tavares. That's going to take a lot out of him. 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! Tavares lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. With the fighters up against the cage, Ruenroeng throws an elbow but misses. Tavares lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ruenroeng backwards. Tavares working aggressively here.
Ruenroeng misses with some punches.
Ruenroeng lands an elbow inside that Tavares shrugs off. Tavares has a couple of punches blocked by Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Tavares in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Ruenroeng using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tavares has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ruenroeng tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tavares's elbow. Ruenroeng misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tavares.
A knee to the head by Ruenroeng.
#T3# Tavares blocks a body shot from Ruenroeng. Ruenroeng lands with a right to the head. Tavares prevents a body shot from Ruenroeng. Ruenroeng misses with a knee to the head. Tavares managing to block the knees to the body from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng tries to land knees in the clinch but Tavares avoids the damage to the body. Tavares misses with a short punch on the inside. Ruenroeng blocks an uppercut.
Ruenroeng blocks an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tavares. Ruenroeng misses with a short punch on the inside. Ruenroeng is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tavares is defending well for now. Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tavares lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ruenroeng backwards. Ruenroeng creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Ruenroeng misses with the head strike.
A hook to the body from Tavares.
#T4# Tavares on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tavares misses with a body punch.
Tavares throws a head punch that misses. Tavares digs a right hand into Ruenroeng's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ruenroeng's gas tank. Ruenroeng lands a nice uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ruenroeng. Ruenroeng blocks a body shot from Tavares. Ruenroeng looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Ruenroeng missing with knees to the body.
Tavares lands a hook that snaps the head of Ruenroeng backwards. Tavares blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#TD# Tavares has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ruenroeng regains guard immediately. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Ruenroeng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tavares is one step ahead there. Ruenroeng is trying to control the position but Tavares postures up. Tavares preventing the sweep. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Samak Ruenroeng will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Ruenroeng connects with the punch.#CL# Tavares instigates a clinch. Ruenroeng prevents the takedown attempt.
Tavares tries to work over Ruenroeng's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tavares has a couple of punches blocked by Ruenroeng.
A short body shot lands from Tavares as the two fighters clinch.
Tavares stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Tavares lands a left hand.
Ruenroeng blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ruenroeng swings wildly with an uppercut but Tavares uses good head movement to avoid it. Tavares leaning his opponent against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tavares takes a knee right on the jaw!
#ROC2# Tavares is rocked!#CUT2# It looks like Djalo Tavares has been cut. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ruenroeng obliges. Oh Tavares is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Ruenroeng is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. A hook to the body from Ruenroeng.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ruenroeng creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tavares's defenses. #T1# Ruenroeng pushes Tavares against the cage. Ruenroeng is working some dirty boxing. Ruenroeng pushes off with a quick right hook! Tavares goes down! Tavares tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Ruenroeng moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samak Ruenroeng! In defeat, Djalo Tavares stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ami na findau cadera!'.
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Event:
TGC 32: Wangler vs Steve
Date: Dec 02, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Tavares moves into the clinch successfully.
Nagasaki misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Nagasaki fails to land. Nagasaki misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
I was talking to Nagasaki's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Nagasaki fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Nagasaki tries to throw a body punch but Tavares avoids it by throwing Nagasaki back against the cage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tavares. Nagasaki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nagasaki tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tavares's elbow. Nagasaki blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nagasaki lands a hook to the side of the head. Tavares prevents a body shot from Nagasaki. Tavares is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A right hand to the body from Tavares.
Nagasaki misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki misses with a punch on the inside.
Tavares scores with a nice hook to the head. Nagasaki working aggressively here.
Tavares has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Nagasaki seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tavares can turn it around.#T1# A quick uppercut on the inside from Tavares. Nagasaki fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nagasaki lands with a light punch inside. A short uppercut from Tavares. Tavares blocks a body shot from Nagasaki. Nagasaki lands a left hand.
Tavares misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nagasaki lands with a light punch inside. Tavares swings wildly with an uppercut but Nagasaki uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tavares. Tavares throws a head punch that misses. Tavares tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Tavares back against the cage. Tavares misses with a punch on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Nagasaki fails to land. Tavares softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Nagasaki lands a body punch. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tavares tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Tavares back against the cage. #T2# Tavares misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tavares. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tavares creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Nagasaki tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tavares's elbow. A shot in the inside from Nagasaki. Tavares blocks a body shot from Nagasaki. Nagasaki prevents a body shot from Tavares. A short uppercut from Tavares. Nagasaki working aggressively here.
Tavares tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Tavares back against the cage. Nagasaki misses with a short punch on the inside. Tavares swings wildly with an uppercut but Nagasaki uses good head movement to avoid it. Nagasaki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A hook to the body from Tavares.
Tavares swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tavares throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nagasakis head. Nagasaki misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nagasaki fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC# Nagasaki breaks from the clinch.
#T3# Nagasaki misses with an uppercut. Tavares saw that one coming. Tavares ducks under a wild hook from Nagasaki. Nagasaki is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tavares fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tavares slips under a jab. Tavares steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Nagasaki. Nagasaki scores with the left hand. Tavares knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC# Tavares is rocked! Nagasaki drops Tavares with a straight right hand, right on the button! Nagasaki follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santosh Nagasaki! In his post fight interview, Santosh Nagasaki started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. The defeated Djalo Tavares had this to say: 'Ami na findau cadera!'.
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Event:
TGC Crucible 4
Date: Oct 24, 2017 |
#R1# Tavares is looking to clinch but Payakarakatong is avoiding it.
Tavares tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2# Payakarakatong gets tackled into the cage by Tavares. Tavares maintains the clinch. We've been informed that Tavares has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Tavares blocks a body shot from Payakarakatong. Payakarakatong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tavares's elbow. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tavares. #TD# Payakarakatong drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB# Payakarakatong escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tavares gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Tavares postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tavares landing some decent shots from guard. Payakarakatong definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Tavares tries to free his leg and advance position but Payakarakatong is retaining full guard. Tavares slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Payakarakatong is looking for a triangle but Tavares pushes his legs off easily.
#T1# Tavares landing with the ground and pound. Payakarakatong being controlled here, momentarily. Tavares trying to control but Payakarakatong is working from the bottom. #SUB# Payakarakatong is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Payakarakatong working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tavares doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Payakarakatong is tightening it up a little... Tavares has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Tavares reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Tavares taps out! Nice BJJ there by Payakarakatong!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong! Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. In defeat, Djalo Tavares stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ami na findau cadera!'.
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Event:
TGC Crucible 3
Date: Sep 19, 2017 |
#R1# Tavares tries for a takedown but Hanley sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Tavares looks for a takedown but Hanley sprawls well. Hanley swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL2# Tavares has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hanley lands a right hand. Hanley scores with a shoulder strike. We've been informed that Tavares has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Tavares wants a takedown.
Quincy Hanley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djalo Tavares. Hanley misses with a punch to the body.
Hanley goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hanley. #BC# Hanley manages to break the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tavares looks like he's thinking about clinching though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tavares tries to clinch but Hanley moves out of range. Hanley jabs at Tavares's body. Hanley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tavares moves away. Tavares keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tavares tries to counter by closing the distance.#TD2# Tavares closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES# Hanley makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T1# Tavares tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hanley swats him away and circles back towards the center. Hanley bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tavares tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hanley manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Tavares displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hanley throws out the jab. Hanley jabs Tavares to the body, keeping him at a distance. Hanley darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC# Tavares is rocked!#CUT# It looks like Djalo Tavares has been cut. Hanley measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Tavares! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Quincy Hanley! Quincy Hanley was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. Djalo Tavares was interviewed post fight and said 'Ami na findau cadera!'.
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Event:
TGC 18: Birthday Bashing
Date: Aug 26, 2017 |
#R1# Omega misses with a body kick. Omega misses with the combination.
#CL2# Tavares instigates a clinch. Tavares tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Omega blocking some punches.
Omega is trying to break free.#TD2# Tavares has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Omega regains guard immediately. Tavares stops Omega from standing up. Omega on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Omega tries to get out of the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES# Omega has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tavares has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. Tavares keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Omega's efforts to push away.#TD2# Tavares has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Omega is trying to keep an underhook but Tavares manages to get the takedown into half guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Omega pushes Tavares off looking to stand but Tavares dives back in and keeps control.
Tavares missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1# Tavares landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Tavares not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Tavares thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #ES# Omega has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Tavares is on him like a limpet, forcing Omega back against the cage. Omega looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Tavares doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tavares lands on the inside with an uppercut. Tavares tries a body shot but Omega blocks it.
Tavares scores with a shoulder strike. Tavares doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tavares wants to take the fight to the mat but Omega manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Tavares scores with a shoulder strike. Tavares can't find room to land a body shot as Omega controls the action.
Tavares is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. A right handed body shot lands from Tavares.
Tavares digs a right hand underneath Omega's ribcage. Omega let out a lung full of air as it connected. Omega is breathing heavily.#T2# Omega prevents a body shot from Tavares. Tavares works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tavares throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Omegas head. Tavares lands a hook that snaps the head of Omega backwards. Omega wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Omega is trying to break the clinch but Tavares has him pressed against the cage. Tavares looking for a takedown. Allan Omega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djalo Tavares. Tavares struggles to land a body shot inside as Omega controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Tavares - that landed with a thud.
Tavares lands a shot to the body. Tavares is working Omega over against the cage. Tavares lands a shoulder strike. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tavares. Omega wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tavares lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Omega backwards. Omega is trying to push Tavares away but Tavares has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T3# Tavares misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD2# Tavares has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Omega is trying to keep an underhook but Tavares manages to get the takedown into half guard. Tavares throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tavares connects with a nice short shot to Omega's temple. Omega is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tavares scores with a couple of nice shots. Tavares working over Omega with some ground and pound. Omega looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#ROC2# Omega is rocked! Omega pushes Tavares off looking to stand but Tavares dives back in and keeps control.
Tavares throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Omega is looking to escape. Tavares working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Omega is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tavares scores with a couple of nice shots. Tavares is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Oh Omega is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Well, if Tavares is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T4# Omega looks like he's trying to stand up.
Omega seems to have got his legs back now. Omega has hold of Tavares's hands but Tavares slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Tavares lands with a punch from half guard. Omega is staying active underneath Tavares, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Tavares thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Omega taking some punishment here, with Tavares in his half guard. Tavares landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Tavares lands strikes from half guard. Tavares lands with a punch from half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Omega fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Omega stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Omega wants it to stay on the feet. Tavares dives in for a single leg takedown but Omega sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Omega tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tavares was well out of range. Poor timing from Omega.#CL2# Tavares rushes Omega and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Tavares lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Omega. Djalo Tavares seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. A nice right hand lands inside from Tavares. Omega is trying to break the clinch but Tavares has him pressed against the cage. Omega tries to break the clinch but Tavares is controlling the position. Omega is trying to force a seperation but Tavares has the dominant position. Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tavares working some nice short punches in the clinch. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Tavares is trying to drag Omega to the mat but Omega just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Allan Omega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djalo Tavares. Omega is trying to force a seperation but Tavares has the dominant position.#T1# Omega prevents the takedown attempt.
Omega tries to break the clinch but Tavares is controlling the position. Omega's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Omega is trying to force a seperation but Tavares has the dominant position. Tavares has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Tavares gets through Omega's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A hook to the body from Tavares.
Tavares working some nice short punches in the clinch. Omega is trying to break free. Omega is pressed up against the cage. Tavares has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Omega down to the mat. Omega avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD2# Tavares shoots in and gets a takedown into Omega's guard. Tavares throws a big right hand that misses. Tavares with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Tavares wants to control from the top but Omega keeps moving. Omega avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2# Tavares trying to control but Omega is working from the bottom. Tavares landing some decent shots from guard. Tavares working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Tavares throwing strikes from guard but Omega blocks nicely. Tavares throws a strike but Omega rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# 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! Tavares has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Omega tries to stand but Tavares is controlling from the bottom. #T3# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tavares is on top in guard.
#REVB# Tavares with a flurry of punches that miss. Omega being controlled here, momentarily. Tavares lands a couple of elbows. Tavares working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Omega's head. Tavares stops Omega from standing up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tavares with a nice head shot there. Tavares slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4# Tavares postures up in Omega's guard and throws a big left but Omega blocks it. Tavares working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Tavares connects with a couple of short punches. Tavares stops Omega from standing up. Tavares distracts Omega with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tavares is looking to work some ground and pound but Omega has wrist control. Tavares works over Omega with some ground and pound from guard. Tavares with a flurry of punches that miss. Tavares makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares 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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Omega lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tavares circles away quickly and effectively. Allan Omega is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Tavares moves in looking to clinch but Omega pushes him off. It looked like Omega was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tavares.#TD2# Omega gets caught flat footed, as Tavares shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Tavares postures up in Omega's guard and throws a big left but Omega blocks it. Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Omega wants to stand but Tavares is controlling the position. Tavares is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Djalo Tavares has got the better of the ground game so far. Tavares throws a strike but Omega rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Both fighters are breathing heavily. Omega wanted to stand there but Tavares had control of the position. #T1# Tavares managing to control the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Omega wanted to stand there but Tavares had control of the position. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Tavares avoids a punch combination nicely.
Omega misses with an attempted mid kick.
#CL2# Tavares instigates a clinch. Tavares lands a right hand that snaps the head of Omega backwards. Tavares lands with a left to the head. Tavares tries to work over Omega's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3# Tavares scores with a shoulder strike. Tavares pushes Omega back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Omega is trying to force a seperation but Tavares has the dominant position. Tavares is leaning against Omega and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Tavares lands a nice shot to the body. Tavares tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tavares lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#TD2# Tavares gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Omega regains guard.
Tavares keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Omega's head. Tavares lands a couple of digs. Tavares throwing strikes but missing. Tavares throws a big right hand that misses. Tavares is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T4# Tavares is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Omega avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Tavares chips away with some ground and pound. Tavares is looking to work some ground and pound but Omega has wrist control. Tavares scoring with some ground and pound. Tavares trying to control but Omega is working from the bottom. Djalo Tavares is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tavares working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Tavares must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Tavares controls the pace of the fight for a moment. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tavares working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Omega can't keep his opponent in guard - Tavares advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Allan Omega has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Tavares controlling the pace.
And that's the end of the fight! Djalo Tavares comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Tavares 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30 Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Djalo Tavares! A victorious Djalo Tavares thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
KFC 29: Leary vs Mumba II
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1# Tavares lands with a straight right. Passion didn't see that one coming.#CL2# Tavares moves into the clinch successfully.
Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Passion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tavares goes for a takedown in the clinch but Passion prevents it.
Passion can't break the clinch.
#BC# Passion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL# Passion takes the fight into the clinch. Passion is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Tavares misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Passion is trying to pull guard but Tavares turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC# Passion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Passion scores with a shot to the body.
Tavares throws a hook but Passion avoids it easily.#CL# Passion closes the distance and clinches.#T1# Tavares swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've been informed that Tavares has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Tavares pushes Passion back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tavares struggles to land a body shot inside as Passion controls his hands.
Tavares prevents Passion from breaking the clinch. Passion is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2# Tavares gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES# Passion has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Tavares is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. Tavares lands a shoulder strike. #TD# Passion manages to pull guard.
Passion wants to stand but Tavares is controlling the position. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tavares's corner. There ya go! There ya go! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Passion wants to stand but Tavares is controlling the position. #T2# Tavares is working Passion over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Passion is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at BodyWorx that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet. Passion wants to stand up but Tavares is controlling him. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Passion wants to get back to his feet but Tavares is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Tavares throws a big elbow that misses. Tavares keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Passion's head. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tavares accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Tavares throwing strikes but missing. Tavares chips away with some ground and pound.#T3# Tavares scoring with punches to the head and body. Tavares won't allow Passion to get back to his feet. Tavares connects with a couple of short punches. Tavares working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tavares accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Tavares must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Passion wants to stand and escape but Tavares is having none of it. Tavares is looking to work some ground and pound but Passion has wrist control.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Tavares lands with an overhand left. Passion stuffs the takedown. Steve Passion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djalo Tavares. Tavares keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Passion.#CL# Passion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Tavares misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tavares keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Passion's efforts to push away.#T4# Tavares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Passion's elbow. A short right from Tavares. #TD2# Tavares has Passion pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Tavares pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Passion tumbling to the mat - Tavares dives into Passion's guard. Tavares stops Passion from standing up. Tavares postures up and lands a big shot to Passion's brow. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tavares's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Passion wants to stand and escape but Tavares is having none of it. Tavares is stalling in the full guard. Passion on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Passion tries to get out of the position. Tavares trying to control but Passion is working from the bottom. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2##CL# Passion gets in close and instigates a clinch. Tavares misses with a punch on the inside.
Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tavares lands a body punch in the clinch. Passion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Passion blocks a body shot from Tavares. Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tavares holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Tavares misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Passion tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tavares smiles and moves away.
#CL2# Tavares closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1# Passion wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Tavares is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Tavares is looking to take this one to the mat. Tavares tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A short right from Tavares. Tavares tries a body shot but Passion blocks it.
Passion is trying to force a seperation but Tavares has the dominant position. Tavares misses with some punches.
Tavares has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Passion gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tavares.
Steve Passion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djalo Tavares. Passion wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tavares has him pressed against the cage. Passion looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Passion prevents a body shot from Tavares. #T2# Tavares keeps control of Passion as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Passion blocks a body shot from Tavares. Tavares has Passion pushed against the cage. Djalo Tavares seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Tavares has a couple of punches blocked by Passion.
Passion is trying to drag Tavares to the mat but Tavares just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2# Tavares has Passion pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Tavares pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Passion tumbling to the mat - Tavares dives into Passion's guard.#ES# Passion kicks Tavares off and gets to his feet. This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2# Tavares gets in close and instigates a clinch. Nice body punch from Tavares. #T3# Tavares lands with a left to the head. #BC# Passion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# Passion gets tackled into the cage by Tavares. Tavares maintains the clinch. Tavares misses with a body punch.
A frustrated look appears on Passion's face as he tries to break the clinch. Tavares keeps control of Passion as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Tavares is trying to drag Passion to the mat but Passion just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Tavares is stalling here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tavares. #TD2# Tavares works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Djalo Tavares has got the better of the ground game so far. Passion wants to stand but Tavares is controlling the position. #T4# Tavares scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Passion is looking to stand back up but Tavares counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Passion. Passion is trying to stand back up but Tavares is controlling him
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tavares thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Passion's head. Passion tries to kick Tavares off but Tavares keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Tavares takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Tavares throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tavares prevents Passion from standing back up.
Passion trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful. Tavares looks to land a strike but Passion avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#ES# Passion kicks Tavares off and gets to his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares 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! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3##CL# Passion takes the fight into the clinch. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Passion jumps guard but Tavares stands there with Passion around his waist. Passion gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tavares wants to take the fight to the mat but Passion manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Tavares drops down looking for an ankle pick but Passion pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL# Passion forces Tavares back against the cage and clinches. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tavares goes for a takedown in the clinch but Passion prevents it.
Steve Passion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djalo Tavares. Passion wants to break free but Tavares has control.
#T1# Tavares tries to throw a body punch but Passion avoids it by throwing Tavares back against the cage. Passion is trying to force a seperation but Tavares has the dominant position. Passion is trying to break free. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tavares. Tavares lands a right hand. Tavares is working for takedown but Passion is calmly controlling the position for now. Tavares pressing his opponent against the cage. Passion prevents a body shot from Tavares. #TD# Passion gets control of Tavares's arms and successfully pulls guard. Passion will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Tavares lands a couple of decent looking shots. Tavares is stalling in the full guard. Steve Passion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Tavares loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Tavares stops Passion from standing up. Tavares with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Passion wants to get back to his feet but Tavares is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Tavares working some strikes from top position. Tavares is looking to work some ground and pound but Passion has wrist control. Tavares landing with the ground and pound. Tavares throwing strikes but missing. Tavares won't allow Passion to get back to his feet. #T3# Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tavares's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ROC2# Passion is rocked! Passion is looking to stand up but Tavares isn't so interested in that idea. Oh Passion is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#ES# Passion has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tavares has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. Tavares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Passion's elbow. Passion seems to have got his legs back now. Tavares lands a shoulder strike. Tavares lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #TD2# Tavares lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#ES# Passion makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work! This has been an exciting period of action! Passion lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tavares circles away quickly and effectively. Passion sets himself, and Tavares steps forward looking for the clinch! Passion avoids it this time. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Passion gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Passion misses with a two punch combination.
A telegraphed right hand from Passion misses the target. Tavares shoots in for a takedown but Passion shows good takedown defense. #T4# Tavares throws a body punch but Passion moves out of range. Steve Passion is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL# Passion clinches with his opponent.
Tavares lands a hook that snaps the head of Passion backwards. A head punch blocked on the inside by Passion. Tavares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Passion's elbow. Tavares misses with a punch on the inside.
Passion is trying to break the clinch but Tavares is controlling him. Djalo Tavares is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Passion is trying to push Tavares away but Tavares has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Tavares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Passion's elbow. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tavares. Tavares is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Tavares working aggressively here.
Passion struggles to land a body shot inside as Tavares controls his hands.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Djalo Tavares. I've got Tavares 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 28:30 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Djalo Tavares! After winning the bout, Djalo Tavares thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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KFC 25: Leary vs Johnson II
Date: Jul 01, 2017 |
#R1# Dagan throws a right hand that Tavares ducks under and follows up with a left that Tavares also avoids with ease. Tavares is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dagan.#CL# Tavares closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Dagan takes a shot to the head. Tavares has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dagan after a bit of a struggle. Nice body punch from Tavares - that landed with a thud.
#TD# Tavares gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES2# Dagan makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tavares walks into a left hand. Dagan throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL# and Tavares counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD# Tavares is trying to trip Dagan. He has hold of a leg but Dagan is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Tavares persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Dagan wants to stand and escape but Tavares is having none of it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tavares stands up over Dagan, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Tavares is stalling in the full guard. Dagan is looking to stand up but Tavares isn't so interested in that idea. Tavares postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1# Tavares is working Dagan over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Dagan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Tavares postures up and lands a big shot to Dagan's brow. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dagan is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tavares is controlling him. Dagan has momentary wrist control but Tavares slips an elbow through the middle. Tavares is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Tavares lands a couple of digs. Tavares is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Tavares lands a couple of digs. Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Tavares sitting in guard here, content to control. Dagan has momentary wrist control but Tavares slips an elbow through the middle. Tavares with a nice head shot there. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tavares's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Dagan wants to stand but Tavares is controlling the position. #T2# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Tavares works over Dagan with some ground and pound from guard. Tavares cracks Dagan with a solid left hand. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#ES2# Dagan is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Tavares presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. Still in the clinch, Tavares scores with a nice short uppercut. Tavares lands an uppercut. Dagan tries to break free but Tavares pushes him back against the cage. Dagan is trying to break the clinch but Tavares is controlling him. Dagan is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Tavares lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dagan backwards. Dagan wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Tavares displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dagan up against the cage. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tavares. Tavares lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dagan backwards. Tavares is looking for a takedown. Still in the clinch, Tavares scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3# Dagan can't break the clinch.
Tavares working some nice short punches in the clinch. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tavares. Tavares tries a body shot but Dagan blocks it.
Tavares throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dagans head. Tavares lands a body shot in the clinch.
Dagan wants to break free but Tavares has control.
Tavares lands with a short head shot on the inside. Dagan prevents a takedown attempt there.
I was talking to Tavares's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Djalo Tavares. That's going to take a lot out of him. Dagan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Dagan is trying to break the clinch but Tavares is controlling him. Dagan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A short uppercut from Tavares. Tavares lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Dagan wants to break free but Tavares has control.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tavares. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dagan looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Tavares lands a hook that snaps the head of Dagan backwards. Tavares lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dagan or not. #T4# Tavares digs a right hand into Dagan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dagan's gas tank. Dagan looks winded! A nice left hand lands by Tavares.
Tavares softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Dagan looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Tavares lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dagan backwards. Tavares is trying to drag Dagan to the mat but Dagan just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Tavares lands a nice shot to the body. The referee is keeping an eye on Tavares - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tavares lands an uppercut.#TD# Tavares has clasped his hands together around Dagan's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Tavares grinds an elbow into Dagan's temple. Dagan wants to get back to his feet but Tavares drags him back down. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Dagan takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Tavares wants to control but Dagan is keeping him busy. Tavares cracks Dagan with an elbow. That is naaassty. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2##CL# Tavares clinches up with Dagan and pushes him back against the cage. Tavares tries a body shot but Dagan blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Tavares.
Tavares tries to throw a body punch but Dagan avoids it by throwing Tavares back against the cage. Tavares is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dagan can do to turn this around? A frustrated look appears on Dagan's face as he tries to break the clinch. Tavares keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dagan's efforts to push away. Dagan working hard to break the clinch. Tavares tries a body shot but Dagan blocks it.
Djalo Tavares has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD# Tavares tightens his grip and picks Dagan up, before dumping him to the ground. Dagan manages to land in guard. Tavares knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dagan on the ground.#ES2# Dagan has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tavares has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. Tavares pushes Dagan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tavares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dagan's elbow. Tavares working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. This has been an exciting period of action! Tavares lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dagan backwards. Tavares prevents Dagan from breaking the clinch.#TD# Tavares gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Tavares stops Dagan from standing up. #T1# Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Tavares has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Tavares landing with the ground and pound. Tavares is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Dagan keeping moving, preventing Tavares from controlling successfully. Tavares slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #ES2# Dagan has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tavares has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. Dagan wants to get back to striking at distance but Tavares won't allow it.
Tavares goes for a takedown attempt but Dagan pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Glados Dagan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL# Tavares moves into the clinch successfully.
Tavares tries a body shot but Dagan blocks it.
Dagan has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Tavares scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2# Tavares is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Good body shot from Tavares.
Tavares lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dagan or not. Dagan tries to break the clinch but Tavares is controlling the position. Dagan working hard to break the clinch. Tavares is looking to take this one to the mat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Djalo Tavares. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tavares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tavares lands a body punch in the clinch. Tavares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dagan's elbow. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. 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! Dagan wants to break free but Tavares has control.
Dagan is trying to break free. Dagan has had enough of the clinch but Tavares keeps him there for the moment. Tavares scores with a shot to the side of Dagan's head. Dagan looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. A right handed body shot lands from Tavares.
Dagan is breathing heavily. Dagan is looking to break free of the clinch but Tavares has double underhooks. Dagan can't break the clinch.
#T3# Tavares lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dagan tries to break free but Tavares pushes him back against the cage. A right handed body shot lands from Tavares.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tavares. Tavares lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dagan backwards. Dagan wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tavares has him pressed against the cage. Tavares lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tavares lands with a light punch inside. Tavares lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dagan. Tavares lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD# Tavares is trying to trip Dagan. He has hold of a leg but Dagan is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Tavares persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Tavares is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Dagan has momentary wrist control but Tavares slips an elbow through the middle. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tavares with a nice head shot there. Tavares scoring with some ground and pound. Tavares scoring with punches to the head and body. Tavares is in close to Dagan's body, working some short punches and elbows. Tavares scoring with some ground and pound. #T4# Dagan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Tavares scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Dagan wants to stand but Tavares is controlling the position. Tavares controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Tavares postures up and lands a big shot to Dagan's brow. Tavares keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dagan's head. Tavares stops Dagan from standing up. Tavares cracks Dagan with a solid left hand. Tavares won't allow Dagan to get back to his feet. Tavares trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tavares lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Tavares working some strikes from top position. Tavares connects with a couple of short punches. Tavares scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Tavares trying to control but Dagan is working from the bottom. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3##CL# Tavares rushes Dagan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Dagan prevents a takedown attempt there.
A frustrated look appears on Dagan's face as he tries to break the clinch. Tavares has Dagan pressed against the cage, preventing Dagan from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Tavares digs a right hand into Dagan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dagan's gas tank. Tavares scores with a nice hook to the head. Tavares lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Tavares lands a body punch in the clinch. Dagan can't break the clinch.
Tavares has Dagan pressed against the cage, preventing Dagan from circling away and getting back to striking at range. A short right from Tavares. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Good body shot from Tavares.
Tavares lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dagan backwards. Dagan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Tavares can't find room to land a body shot as Dagan controls the action.
Dagan is trying to break the clinch but Tavares is controlling him. Tavares prevents Dagan from breaking the clinch.#TD# Tavares gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tavares slips a nice elbow through Dagan's hands, connecting with Dagan's forehead.#T1# Nice strikes from Tavares there. Dagan is trying to stand back up but Tavares is controlling him
Dagan on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #ROC# Dagan is rocked! Tavares landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Dagan is still in real trouble! Can Tavares finish him? Tavares lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Tavares is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Tavares looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Tavares with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Tavares is trying to control the action in half guard but Dagan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Dagan tries to kick Tavares off but Tavares keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Dagan seems to have recovered his senses.#T2# Tavares lands strikes from half guard. Dagan on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Tavares working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Dagan pushes Tavares off looking to stand but Tavares dives back in and keeps control.
Tavares takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Tavares scoring with strikes to the body and head. Dagan is looking to get back to is feet but Tavares passes into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Dagan is not content to let Tavares control the position. Tavares lands some shots froms side control. Djalo Tavares overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Dagan wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! Tavares working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Dagan wants to get back to his feet.#T3# Tavares cracks Dagan with an elbow. That is naaassty. Tavares in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Dagan looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Tavares turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Djalo Tavares! A victorious Djalo Tavares thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 19, 2017 |
#R1# Tavares fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dutra looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Tavares closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dutra circles away. Dutra throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD# and Tavares counters with a single leg into guard. Dutra didn't expect that. Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Tavares with a nice head shot there. Tavares is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tavares throws a big right hand that misses. Tavares connects with a couple of short punches. Tavares scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Dutra preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Tavares sitting in guard here, content to control. Tavares throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Tavares postures up and lands a big shot to Dutra's brow. #T1# Tavares controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Tavares postures up and lands a big shot to Dutra's brow. Dutra looks winded! Tavares controls from within his opponent's guard. Tavares with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Tavares connects with a couple of short punches. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tavares postures up in Dutra's guard and throws a big left but Dutra blocks it. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tavares's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Tavares slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2# The referee asks Tavares politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tavares prefers to stall for the moment though. Tavares has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Tavares lands an elbow. Dutra takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Dutra takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#T3# Tavares in side control, just content to control the action for now. Dutra takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Tavares cracks Dutra with a big right hand but Dutra just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#ROC# Dutra is rocked! Tavares landing a few strikes. Dutra is still in real trouble! Can Tavares finish him? Tavares in side control lands a decent elbow. Tavares scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Dutra is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Tavares can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Djalo Tavares! Djalo Tavares thanked the fans post fight for their support. The defeated George Dutra had this to say: 'I've been to prison, loosing a fight ain't shit to me...'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Tavares tries to keep at a distance but St Pierre has taken the fight into the clinch. Tavares wants to break free but St Pierre has control.
#BC# Tavares manages to break the clinch.
Tavares waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract St Pierre. St Pierre keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tavares throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2# St Pierre pushes Tavares up against the cage in a clinch.#TD# Tavares wants the takedown. St Pierre is fighting it off but Tavares persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in St Pierre's guard against the cage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tavares postures up and lands a big shot to St Pierre's brow. St Pierre 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. Tavares trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom. St Pierre 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. Tavares lands a couple of decent looking shots. St Pierre wants to sweep here but Tavares controlling him for the moment. St Pierre manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tavares manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1# St Pierre sitting in guard, not really doing much. Tavares has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. St Pierre wants to pass the guard but Tavares is keeping the position. St Pierre 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. St Pierre's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# St Pierre won't allow Tavares to sweep him here. Tavares pulls St Pierre in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Tavares swats away the attempt to clinch by St Pierre. Tavares appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Tavares swats away the attempt to clinch by St Pierre.#CL2# St Pierre moves into the clinch. St Pierre holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Tavares struggles to land a body shot inside as St Pierre controls his hands.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tavares takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T4# Tavares is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #TD# Tavares has dropped down and is working for a takedown. St Pierre is trying to keep an underhook but Tavares manages to get the takedown into half guard. Tavares throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. St Pierre trying to control from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Tavares there. Tavares landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Tavares throwing shots but St Pierre is blocking nicely. St Pierre wants to control but Tavares is keeping busy.
St Pierre is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tavares scores with a couple of nice shots. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tavares working St Pierre over with strikes. St Pierre is pressing down on Tavares's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Tavares with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! St Pierre wants to sweep but no luck. Tavares landing some decent shots from guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Tavares is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by St Pierre. #CL# Tavares fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with St Pierre, pushing him back against the cage. Tavares wants to stall.
Tavares working aggressively here.
St Pierre blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD# Tavares is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. St Pierre can't fight it off and eventually Tavares manages to take the fight to the floor. St Pierre looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. St Pierre tries to land a sweep but no joy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tavares is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. St Pierre seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1# Tavares trying to control the position from guard on top but St Pierre is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tavares is working St Pierre over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Tavares trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom. Tavares postures up in St Pierre's guard and throws a big left but St Pierre blocks it. St Pierre manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tavares manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Tavares being controlled here, momentarily. #T2# St Pierre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tavares swivels though and keeps the full guard. St Pierre slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. St Pierre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tavares swivels though and keeps the full guard. St Pierre is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. St Pierre is looking to advance position but Tavares has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR##T3# Tavares landing shots from mount. St Pierre regains half guard. Tavares is trying to control. St Pierre wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Tavares prevents St Pierre from improving his position. St Pierre is trying is best to control the position here. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if St Pierre can do anything to dispel that myth. Tavares working St Pierre over with strikes. Tavares takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Tavares looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Tavares working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Tavares seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. St Pierre tries to roll over but Tavares keeps him under control. St Pierre is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tavares's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tavares's back!#T4# What can Tavares do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
More stalling from St Pierre. St Pierre is continuing to stall. Tavares can't escape the position.
St Pierre biding his time, looking for the opening.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djalo Tavares dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3##CL2# St Pierre gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC# Tavares breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
St Pierre tries to clinch up.#CL2# St Pierre drives through and clinches with Tavares against the cage.
#TD# Tavares is trying to trip St Pierre. He has hold of a leg but St Pierre is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Tavares persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Djalo Tavares overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Tavares postures up and lands a big shot to St Pierre's brow. Tavares works over St Pierre with some ground and pound from guard. St Pierre tries to land a sweep but no joy. St Pierre looking to control.
St Pierre is pulling down on Tavares's head. It's preventing any offense from Tavares, at least for the moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tavares accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. St Pierre avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Tavares working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1# Tavares missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. St Pierre looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. St Pierre 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. St Pierre can't keep his opponent in guard - Tavares advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. St Pierre is looking for a sweep. Tavares is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. St Pierre moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Tavares stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. St Pierre swivels though and keeps the full guard. St Pierre 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. St Pierre really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tavares. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. St Pierre keeps trying to improve his position. St Pierre keeping moving, preventing Tavares from controlling successfully. #T2# Tavares in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Tavares lands a couple of elbows. St Pierre avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Tavares with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. St Pierre is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Tavares content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. St Pierre looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tavares is one step ahead there. Tavares is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that St Pierre can do to turn this around? St Pierre is still trying to improve position. St Pierre utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Tavares is looking to work some ground and pound but St Pierre has wrist control. St Pierre is pulling down on Tavares's head to control his posture. Tavares won't allow St Pierre to sweep him here. #T3# Tavares working some strikes from top position. Tavares postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Tavares makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Tavares with a flurry of punches that miss. Tavares cracks St Pierre with a solid left hand. Tavares postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Tavares wants to control from the top but St Pierre keeps moving. St Pierre has control of Tavares's left arm, preventing Tavares from doing any damage. Tavares works over St Pierre with some ground and pound from guard. St Pierre 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. Tavares scoring with punches to the head and body. St Pierre is adopting a defensive guard. Tavares trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom. #T4# Tavares working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. St Pierre keeping moving, preventing Tavares from controlling successfully. Tavares connects with a couple of short punches. Tavares in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Tavares being controlled here momentarily. Djalo Tavares is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Tavares trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tavares's corner. There ya go! There ya go! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. St Pierre pulls Tavares in close to prevent any damage. St Pierre tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight! Djalo Tavares showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tavares, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Djalo Tavares! Djalo Tavares seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. Jon St Pierre spoke after the fight, saying 'He put bacon grease on his body. Dude was all slippery... It was disgusting but delicious smelling at the same time... WTF Brah?'.
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