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Event:
CWC 294 - Dravezesdi v Ribbler
Date: Feb 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 25 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 13 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Aafke Stam and Wagner Zegers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ribbler clinches up against the cage.
Dravezesdi looking for a takedown.
Ribbler is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dravezesdi is working for takedown but Ribbler is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vulcahn Dravezesdi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dravezesdi wants to take the fight to the mat but Ribbler manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Dravezesdi tightens his grip and picks Ribbler up, before dumping him to the ground. Ribbler manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (0) Ribbler
Dravezesdi tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Ribbler managing to control the position.
Dravezesdi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler looking to control.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Dravezesdi from controlling successfully. #T1#
Dravezesdi controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler trying to control the position.
Dravezesdi looking to pass the guard.
Our spies down at at Fenrir MMA inform us that Ribbler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dravezesdi trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dravezesdi looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (2) Ribbler#T2#
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Dravezesdi keeps moving. #SUB#
Dravezesdi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ribbler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Dravezesdi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ribbler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ribbler won't allow Dravezesdi to sweep him here. #T3#
Ribbler controlling from the top position.
Dravezesdi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Dravezesdi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dravezesdi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ribbler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ribbler controlling from the top position. #T4#
Dravezesdi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler forces his way into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dravezesdi tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Dravezesdi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ribbler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ribbler prevents Dravezesdi from improving his position.#T5#
Ribbler tries to pass to full mount but Dravezesdi defends it.
Ribbler prevents Dravezesdi from improving his position.
Ribbler wants to pass to mount but Dravezesdi is defending the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dravezesdi manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Ribbler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dravezesdi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dravezesdi looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T6#
Ribbler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ribbler won't allow Dravezesdi to sweep him here.
Ribbler forces his way into half guard.
Ribbler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T7#
Dravezesdi tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Ribbler content to control rather than advance.
Dravezesdi is trying to get back to full guard.#T8#
Dravezesdi gets full guard.
Dravezesdi keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Dravezesdi looking to control.
Ribbler controlling from the top position.
Dravezesdi working a defensive guard but Ribbler manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (5) Ribbler#T9#
Ribbler tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dravezesdi's legs.
Dravezesdi gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ribbler content to control rather than advance. #T10#
Ribbler is looking to advance position but Dravezesdi won't allow it.
Ribbler has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (8) Ribbler
Ribbler wants to control but instead Dravezesdi manages to regain half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ribbler in particular looking to stall.
Dravezesdi tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Ribbler wants to free his trapped foot but Dravezesdi is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T11#
Dravezesdi is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribbler sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dravezesdi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ribbler wants to free his trapped foot but Dravezesdi is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T12#
Ribbler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ribbler wants to advance to full mount but Dravezesdi doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #SUB#
Ribbler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ribbler won't allow Dravezesdi to sweep him here.
Dravezesdi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dravezesdi wants to hit a sweep here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dravezesdi there! Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (11) Ribbler#T13#
Dravezesdi tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Ribbler is looking to work his way around to Dravezesdi's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Dravezesdi is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Roosters Coop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dravezesdi is looking to get to half guard.
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Dravezesdi to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dravezesdi (2) vs (14) Ribbler
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Dravezesdi from escaping the position.
#T14#
Ribbler trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Dravezesdi doesn't escape.
Ribbler is looking to control Dravezesdi but Dravezesdi is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Dravezesdi is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ribbler biding his time, controlling Dravezesdi.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Dravezesdi manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (4) vs (14) Ribbler
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 14 to 4.
Ibbe Ribbler is the new welterweight champion!
A very excited looking Ibbe Ribbler made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 292
Date: Jan 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 13 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 12 losses; Joey Simone!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Luis Engracia and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Simone displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ribbler. #CL2#
Ribbler tries to keep at a distance but Simone has taken the fight into the clinch.
Simone tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ribbler smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Simone fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Ribbler manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Simone looking to pass the guard.
Simone is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Simone looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Ribbler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Simone
Simone is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Let's hope that Simone has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Simone looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Simone has Ribbler pulled in close to control his posture.
Simone 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: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Simone#T2#
Simone wants to pass to mount but Ribbler is defending the position.
Well, if Simone 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.
Ribbler keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Simone wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is defending well.
Simone content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Simone wants to pass to mount but Ribbler is defending the position.
Ribbler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Simone is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simone sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Simone wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is defending well. #T4#
Simone content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ribbler tries to roll over but Simone keeps him under control.
Simone trying to control from Ribbler's half guard. Ribbler has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Simone looking to pass the guard.
Simone is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T5#
Simone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler managing to control the position.
Simone controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T6#
Ribbler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Simone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Simone trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Simone showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Simone tries to pass.
Simone pushing down on Ribbler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T7#
Well, if Simone 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.
Ribbler is looking to control Simone's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribbler avoid being mounted?
Well, if Simone 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.
Ribbler wants to get back to full guard.#T8#
Simone trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simone takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Simone.
Simone wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is defending well.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ribbler wants to control but Simone is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Simone sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ribbler trying to control but Simone postures up.
#T9#
Ribbler preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Simone is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (2) vs (5) Simone
Simone controlling from mount.
Simone can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ribbler is looking to escape.
Ribbler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T10#
Simone controlling the pace for now.
Simone tries to control but Ribbler wriggling away.
Ribbler is desperately trying to improve his position but Simone has a good base and remains in mount.
Simone seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ribbler is holding on tight.
Simone controlling from the full mount.
Ribbler looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Simone wants to take Ribbler's back but he can't do it this time. #T11#
Simone is trying to control here but Ribbler has managed to regain half guard.
Simone is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Ribbler reverses the position - he's now on top in Simone's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (5) Simone
Simone keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Simone wants to improve his position but instead Ribbler has moved into half guard.
Simone 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.
Simone wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
#T12#
Simone wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Simone is in trouble now - Ribbler has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (5) Simone
Simone is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler wants to take Simone's back but he can't do it this time. #T13#
Simone is trying desperately to improve position.
Ribbler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Simone to control.
Simone is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
Simone keeps trying to improve his position.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Simone to control.#T14#
Ribbler prevents Simone from getting the reversal.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Simone is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Simone is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ribbler is staying active.
Ribbler controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simone working to try and regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 7 to 5.
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CWC 291 - Los Angeles
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 14 losses; Juu Dyon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 13 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Dyon decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dyon (2) vs (0) Ribbler
Ribbler is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB#
Dyon is looking for a kimura but Ribbler is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dyon to get the leverage.
Ribbler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ribbler managing to control the position.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Dyon tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dyon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ribbler's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Dyon'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.
Ribbler is looking to improve his position.
Dyon uses his free foot to push down on Ribbler's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ribbler. Score +3 for passing guard: Dyon (5) vs (0) Ribbler#T1#
Dyon wants to control the pace but Ribbler is squirming around nicely.
Dyon prevents Ribbler from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Dyon working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Dyon pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Dyon controlling from mount.
Ribbler is controlling an arm, preventing Dyon from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T2#
Dyon looking to control but Ribbler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Dyon looking for a guillotine from mount but Ribbler is having none of it.
Dyon with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Dyon is working hard here to advance position.
Ribbler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Dyon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Ribbler is refusing to be controlled, as Dyon sits in half guard.
Dyon tries to pass to full mount but Ribbler defends it.
Dyon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dyon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working. #T4#
Dyon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ribbler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dyon is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Dyon wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Ribbler 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.
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Dyon trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Dyon might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dyon is fighting to break Ribbler's control of his arms but Ribbler is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T6#
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Dyon tries to pass.
Ribbler wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Dyon is now in half guard.
Ribbler is refusing to be controlled, as Dyon sits in half guard.
Dyon moves into full mount! Ribbler won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Dyon (8) vs (0) Ribbler
Dyon tries to control but Ribbler wriggling away. #T7#
Dyon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ribbler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Dyon wants to take his opponent's back but Ribbler doesn't allow it.
Dyon content just to control the position here.
Dyon pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T8#
Dyon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dyon is really struggling to control Ribbler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Ribbler tries to hold on but Dyon pushes him away.
Dyon controlling the pace for now.
Ribbler is squirming around, avoiding Dyon's attempts to control the action.
Ribbler stops Dyon from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T9#
Ribbler has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Dyon's lack of action.
#SUB#
Dyon is looking for submissions but instead, Ribbler has regained full guard.
Dyon is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dyon (8) vs (4) Ribbler
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dyon really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T10#
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount.
Dyon working to try and regain half guard.
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount.
Dyon can't escape the position.
Dyon manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dyon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T11##SUB#
Dyon isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ribbler stacks Dyon on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Dyon (8) vs (7) Ribbler
Ribbler tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ribbler gets to mount! Dyon was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dyon (8) vs (9) Ribbler
Dyon is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Dyon tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Dyon is just holding on here. Ribbler manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Dyon (8) vs (12) Ribbler
Good control from Ribbler.
Dyon tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
#T13#
Our spies down at at Fenrir MMA inform us that Ribbler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T14#
Dyon trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Dyon is trying to break free.
Ribbler is trying to stick to Dyon's back but Dyon is turning into Ribbler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ribbler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Dyon. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dyon (10) vs (12) Ribbler
Ribbler is adopting a defensive guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Dyon from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 12 to 10.
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CWC 290
Date: Jan 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 25 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 12 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Leandro Rodrigues and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Dravezesdi shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dravezesdi showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (0) Ribbler#SUB#
Dravezesdi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dravezesdi trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Dravezesdi prevents Ribbler from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler is not content to let Dravezesdi control the position.#T1#
Dravezesdi trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
Ribbler is doing well to control the position and prevent Dravezesdi from advancing to side control.
Dravezesdi trying to control from half guard but Ribbler is working away.
Dravezesdi trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
Ribbler is staying active underneath Dravezesdi, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Ribbler is defending against the submission attempts here by Dravezesdi.
#T2##SUB#
Dravezesdi is looking for submissions but instead, Ribbler has regained full guard.
Dravezesdi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ribbler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (2) Ribbler#SUB#
Dravezesdi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribbler is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Dravezesdi throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ribbler uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (5) Ribbler#T3#
Dravezesdi wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Dravezesdi is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
My spies in Fenrir MMA inform me that Ribbler has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ribbler moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Dravezesdi prevents Ribbler from moving into mount.
Dravezesdi is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Roosters Coop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dravezesdi tries to buck Ribbler off but Ribbler is having none of it.
Dravezesdi prevents Ribbler from moving into mount.
Dravezesdi is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Dravezesdi is trying to control Ribbler's posture but Ribbler avoids it.
Dravezesdi is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T5#
Dravezesdi manages to get back to half guard.
Dravezesdi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dravezesdi gets back to full guard.
#T6#
Dravezesdi has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (2) vs (8) Ribbler
Ribbler gets to mount! Dravezesdi was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dravezesdi (2) vs (10) Ribbler
Dravezesdi is trying desperately to improve position.
Dravezesdi is trying to reverse the position but instead Ribbler has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Dravezesdi (2) vs (13) Ribbler
Dravezesdi breaks Ribbler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (4) vs (13) Ribbler#T7#
Dravezesdi wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Dravezesdi trying to move into half guard but instead Ribbler has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (4) vs (15) Ribbler
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Dravezesdi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dravezesdi looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Dravezesdi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ribbler defends it easily.
Dravezesdi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there. #T8#
Dravezesdi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (6) vs (15) Ribbler
Dravezesdi trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler is adopting a defensive guard.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Dravezesdi tries to pass. #T9#
Dravezesdi advances to half guard.
Dravezesdi passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (9) vs (15) Ribbler
Dravezesdi controlling from the full mount.
Dravezesdi wants to control the pace but Ribbler is squirming around nicely.
Ribbler tries to hold on but Dravezesdi pushes him away. #T10#
Dravezesdi tries to control but Ribbler wriggling away. #SUB#
Ribbler reaches up to try and pull Dravezesdi in and control his posture, but Dravezesdi latches on to an arm and pivots quickly for an armbar! Ribbler taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
Vulcahn Dravezesdi retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Vulcahn Dravezesdi 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:
CWC 289
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 11 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 25 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Shirou Masuda and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Dravezesdi looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (5) Dravezesdi
You can see the frustration on Ribbler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dravezesdi advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (0) vs (7) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi is looking to work his way around to Ribbler's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dravezesdi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dravezesdi fails to move to back control. #T1#
Dravezesdi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ribbler is looking to escape.
Dravezesdi mounts Ribbler! Really nice guard pass there! #SUB2#
Dravezesdi jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ribbler is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ribbler and Dravezesdi has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Dravezesdi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ribbler's legs. #T2#
Ribbler wants to control but Dravezesdi postures up.
Dravezesdi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ribbler's legs.
Ribbler tries to improve position but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Ribbler stops Dravezesdi from passing to mount.
Dravezesdi controlling from side mount.
Dravezesdi has knee on belly momentarily but Ribbler bucks him off and regains half guard. #T3#
Dravezesdi is pressing down on Ribbler's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ribbler is holding on for now.
Ribbler slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dravezesdi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dravezesdi controls the pace.
Dravezesdi looking to pass the guard.
Dravezesdi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Let's hope that Dravezesdi has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Ribbler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Dravezesdi.
Dravezesdi trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Ribbler controlling Dravezesdi's posture.
Ribbler trying to keep a closed guard but Dravezesdi is proving a slippery customer.
Dravezesdi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6#
Dravezesdi trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (7) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi 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: Ribbler (2) vs (9) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi wants to advance to full mount but Ribbler doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dravezesdi has gone for a leg lock! Ribbler slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dravezesdi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (9) Dravezesdi#T7#
Dravezesdi wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi is looking for a triangle but Ribbler pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Dravezesdi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Dravezesdi.
Dravezesdi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T8#
Dravezesdi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (11) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi being controlled here momentarily.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Dravezesdi tries to pass.
Dravezesdi advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (4) vs (14) Dravezesdi
Ribbler wants to control but Dravezesdi postures up.
Dravezesdi trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #T9#
Dravezesdi tries to move to mount but Ribbler blocks the move with his legs.
Dravezesdi trying to control the position but Ribbler is working away.
Ribbler struggling a bit here.#T10#
Dravezesdi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working.
Dravezesdi tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dravezesdi trying to control the position but Ribbler is working away. #T11#
Ribbler is trying to control Dravezesdi's posture but Dravezesdi avoids it.
Well,Ribbler is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T12##SUB2#
Dravezesdi tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dravezesdi has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dravezesdi controls the position.
Dravezesdi looking to control but instead Ribbler has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB2#
Dravezesdi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ribbler won't allow Dravezesdi to pass to mount. #T13#
Ribbler preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Dravezesdi controlling the pace.
Dravezesdi is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T14#
Dravezesdi forces his way into half guard.
Ribbler is trying to maintain the position but Dravezesdi is very close to passing his half guard.
Dravezesdi is stalling here. Ribbler is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dravezesdi seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ribbler has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (8) vs (14) Dravezesdi
Ribbler moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Dravezesdi wins on points by 14 to 8.
Vulcahn Dravezesdi is the new welterweight champion!
After winning the bout, Vulcahn Dravezesdi thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWC 288
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 11 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 19 losses; Paul Hunt!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Luis Engracia and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ribbler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Hunt
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Hunt wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Ribbler trying to control from Hunt's half guard. Hunt has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Hunt pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunt is continuing to stall.#T1#
Hunt controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hunt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Ribbler trying to control but Hunt is working from the bottom.
Hunt has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Hunt#T3#
Hunt seems a little lost for a moment, as Ribbler dominates the positioning.
Ribbler tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hunt's legs.
Ribbler trying to control the position but Hunt is working away.
Hunt wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
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.#T4#
Ribbler has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (7) vs (0) Hunt
Ribbler prevents Hunt from getting the reversal.
Hunt wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T5#
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount.
Hunt wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Ribbler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T6#
Hunt is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Hunt is controlling an arm, preventing Ribbler from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hunt wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (10) vs (0) Hunt#T7#
Hunt is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Hunt tries to break free.
Ribbler trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hunt trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in. #T8#
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.
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hunt for as long as he can get away with.#T9#
Hunt tries to break free.
Ribbler biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hunt looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
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.
#T10#
Hunt is trying to break free.
Ribbler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Ribbler not allowing Hunt to control his hands. #T11#
Hunt rolls, trying to escape but Ribbler keeps control of the position.
Hunt prevents Ribbler from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Ribbler working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Hunt is in bad spot here.
#T12#
Ribbler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hunt just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T13#
Ribbler wants to control but Hunt manages to buck him off and is now in Ribbler's guard! Nice work there by Hunt! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (10) vs (2) Hunt
Hunt wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ribbler seems keen to control Hunt's posture.
Ribbler is trying to keep Hunt in close.
#T14#
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Hunt from controlling successfully.
Hunt not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ribbler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hunt passes into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CWC 287 - Las Vegas
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 11 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 11 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Daniel Franklin and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ribbler misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Mondragon counters by clinching up.
Mondragon tries to score a body lock takedown but Ribbler shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
I was talking to Ribbler's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD#
Ribbler has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Mondragon uses from the top position.
Mondragon wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Mondragon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mondragon preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mondragon looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler controlling Mondragon's posture. #T1#
Mondragon 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 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.
Mondragon is continuing to stall.#T2#
Mondragon won't allow Ribbler to sweep him here. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ribbler holds on and takes a little breather.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mondragon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler managing to control the position. #T4#
Ribbler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mondragon's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Mondragon
Mondragon controlling the position.
Mondragon controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T5#
Mondragon pulls Ribbler in close to his closed guard and prevents Ribbler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mondragon looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mondragon holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Ribbler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T6#
Mondragon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mondragon is adopting a defensive guard.#T7##SUB2#
Mondragon has an active guard here but Ribbler has managed to pass into half guard.
Mondragon has a hand on Ribbler's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ribbler takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Mondragon
Mondragon has given up his back here. Will Ribbler look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (8) vs (0) Mondragon
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Mondragon for as long as he can get away with.#T8#
Mondragon trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mondragon is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ribbler is staying active.
Ribbler keeps control of the position easily here as Mondragon tries to buck him off.
Mondragon looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T9#
Good control from Ribbler.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Mondragon from escaping the position.
Ribbler not allowing Mondragon to control his hands. #T10#
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.
Mondragon wants to escape the position.
#T11#
Mondragon looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Mondragon tries to break free.
Mondragon trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
What can Mondragon do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T12#
Mondragon tries to escape the position.
Mondragon looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Mondragon is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Mondragon wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free. #T13#
Mondragon tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Mondragon tries to hold on but Ribbler postures up.
Mondragon is wriggling around trying to escape.
Mondragon tries to hold on but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount. #T14#
Mondragon can't escape the position.
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Mondragon wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CWC 284 NY
Date: Nov 28, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 11 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 18 losses; Paul Hunt!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Chad Campbell and Eddie Farnsworth.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ribbler drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Hunt
Ribbler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hunt is trying to improve his position.
Hunt is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Hunt looks to move to half guard but instead Ribbler has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (6) vs (0) Hunt#T1#
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Hunt to control.
Hunt might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ribbler content just to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Ribbler prevents Hunt from getting the reversal.
Hunt wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
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.
Ribbler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hunt for as long as he can get away with.
Hunt working to try and regain half guard.
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ribbler continues to stall.#T4#
Hunt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hunt is squirming around, avoiding Ribbler's attempts to control the action.
Hunt can't escape the position.
Ribbler is looking to work his way around to Hunt's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Hunt is in all sorts of trouble here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler content just to control the position here.
Ribbler with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T6#
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount.
Hunt prevents Ribbler from taking his back.#T7#
Hunt has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (9) vs (0) Hunt
Hunt is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ribbler is riding his opponent, not letting Hunt buck him off.
Hunt trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ribbler controls the action.#T8#
Hunt trying to control the hands but Ribbler won't let him.
Ribbler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hunt trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Ribbler biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T9#
Hunt trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
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.
#T10#
You can see the frustration on Hunt's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hunt just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ribbler keeps control of the position easily here as Hunt tries to buck him off.
#T11#
Ribbler has the hooks in. Hunt is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hunt trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hunt rolls, trying to escape but Ribbler keeps control of the position.
Ribbler trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hunt doesn't escape.
Hunt is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12##T13#
Hunt is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ribbler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T14#
More hug and hope from Ribbler.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Hunt looks to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
Ibbe Ribbler decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 279 - Rocky Horror Roll
Date: Oct 31, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 11 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 7 losses; Joey Simone!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Alyssa Summers and Lou da Vinci.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Simone closes the distance and pushes Ribbler back into the cage.
Simone jumps guard but Ribbler stands there with Simone around his waist. Simone gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD#
Ribbler drags the fight down to the ground.
Simone content to stall in guard here.
Simone wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Simone stays in close to Ribbler's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simone looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Simone#T1#
Simone is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ribbler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Simone wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Our spies down at at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch inform us that Simone has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Simone wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Simone seems keen to control Ribbler's posture.
Simone has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Simone
Simone struggling a bit here.
Simone trying to control but Ribbler flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (8) vs (0) Simone
Simone wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Simone is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Simone rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Simone is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Simone is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Ribbler is thwarting Simone's attempts to control the position.
Simone makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Simone.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Simone is keeping the position.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ribbler 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.
Simone has Ribbler pulled in close to control his posture.
Simone is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Simone might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Simone is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ribbler postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simone controlling Ribbler's posture. #T5#
Ribbler advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (11) vs (0) Simone
Simone is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Ribbler is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (13) vs (0) Simone
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simone wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Simone is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Simone regains half guard.#T6#
Ribbler not doing much here.
Simone has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ribbler is working away from the top position though.
Simone trying to get back to full guard but Ribbler takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (16) vs (0) Simone
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount.
Simone tries to hold on but Ribbler postures up.#T7#
Ribbler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Simone is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Simone is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
Simone tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Simone is trying to reverse the position but instead Ribbler has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (19) vs (0) Simone
I really don't envy Simone right now.
#T8#
Simone just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
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.
Simone trying to control the hands but Ribbler won't let him.
Simone tries to break free.
Simone trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Simone defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ribbler's arms.
You can see the frustration on Simone's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T9#
Simone is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Good control from Ribbler.
Simone is trying to break free.
Simone trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Ribbler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Simone rolls, trying to escape but Ribbler keeps control of the position.
#T10#
Simone trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Ribbler has the hooks in. Simone is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ribbler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Ribbler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ribbler is not going to allow Simone to sit and survive in this position. #T11#
Simone is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#SUB#
Ribbler working for the choke.
Simone tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Ribbler not allowing Simone to control his hands.
Ribbler has the hooks in. Simone is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Simone wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Simone can't escape the position.
#T12#
Simone is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
You can see the frustration on Simone's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Good control from Ribbler.
Simone looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T13#
Ribbler 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.
Simone is trying to break free.
Simone just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
I really don't envy Simone right now.
Simone keeps trying to improve his position.#T14#
Simone just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ribbler has the hooks in. Simone is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ribbler not allowing Simone to control his hands.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Ribbler trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Simone doesn't escape.
Simone tries to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 19 to 0.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 275
Date: Oct 17, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 11 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 12 losses; Dick Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Diaz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Diaz tries for a takedown but Ribbler manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Diaz jumps guard and drags Ribbler to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Diaz managing to control the position.
Diaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Diaz seems keen to control Ribbler's posture.
Diaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Diaz, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
Diaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Ribbler is fighting to break Diaz's control of his arms but Diaz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Diaz controlling the position.#T2#
Ribbler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Diaz is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Diaz is continuing to stall.
Diaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Diaz, not yet.
Diaz has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Ribbler won't allow Diaz to sweep him here. #T3#
Diaz has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ribbler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Diaz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ribbler is fighting to break Diaz's control of his arms but Diaz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
Diaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Diaz is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diaz 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.
Diaz seems keen to control Ribbler's posture.#T5#
Diaz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ribbler won't allow Diaz to sweep him here.
Ribbler is pushing down on Diaz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Diaz is fighting to maintain full guard but Ribbler has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ribbler controlling the action here.
Diaz keeping hold of Ribbler's head, controlling as best he can.
Diaz trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (3) vs (0) Diaz#T6#
Diaz is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Diaz working to try and regain half guard.
Ribbler controlling from the full mount.
Diaz tries to reverse the position but Ribbler maintains control.#T7#
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Diaz to control.
Diaz really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Diaz to control.
Ribbler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Diaz tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Diaz wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (6) vs (0) Diaz
Diaz trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks. #T8#
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.
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Diaz manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (6) vs (2) Diaz
Ribbler pulls Diaz in to control the position.
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Diaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler has Diaz pulled in close to control his posture. #T9#
Diaz trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler pulls Diaz in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Ribbler working for a triangle but Diaz defends it easily.
#T10#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ribbler holds on and takes a little breather.
Diaz trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #T11#
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Diaz tries to pass.
Diaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Diaz trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Diaz stopping the sweep attempt from Ribbler.#T12#
Diaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler pulls Diaz in to control the position.
Diaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diaz stays in close to Ribbler's body and controls the position.
Diaz preventing the sweep. #T13#
Ribbler has his hands on Diaz's head, controlling the position.
Diaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Diaz being controlled here momentarily.
Ribbler looking to control.
#T14#
Diaz wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Diaz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 6 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Ibbe Ribbler made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
The defeated Dick Diaz had this to say: 'I'll Slap you harder next time!!!'. |
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Event:
CWC 270.5
Date: Sep 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 17 losses; Paul Hunt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 11 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Yves DeLean and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ribbler defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hunt.
Ribbler defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hunt.
Hunt looks for a takedown but Ribbler sprawls well.
Ribbler with the counter takedown but Hunt avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paul Hunt. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Hunt drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hunt (2) vs (0) Ribbler
Hunt is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hunt looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (2) vs (2) Ribbler
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ribbler slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Ribbler is taking a breather. Hunt 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.
Hunt wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
Hunt is doing well to control the position and prevent Ribbler from advancing to side control.
Hunt has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ribbler is thwarting Hunt's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Hunt is looking to improve his position.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Hunt is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hunt keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Ribbler prevents Hunt from improving his position.#T3#
Hunt wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hunt gets back to full guard.
Hunt being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Ribbler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Hunt is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
Ribbler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hunt controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Ribbler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T5#
Hunt is looking to improve his position.
My spies in Fenrir MMA inform me that Ribbler has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T6#
Ribbler not doing much here.
#T7#
The fighters are battling for position here. Hunt manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hunt wants to sweep but no luck.
Ribbler is stalling in the full guard.
Hunt controlling the position.#T8#
Hunt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hunt pulls Ribbler in to control the position.
Hunt looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ribbler showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Hunt working for a triangle but Ribbler defends it easily.
#T9#
Hunt being controlled here, momentarily.
Hunt is adopting a defensive guard.#T10#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hunt is trying to hold Ribbler in close to prevent damage but Ribbler has managed to pass into half guard.
#T11#
Ribbler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hunt tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Hunt wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ribbler not doing much here.
Ribbler wants to free his trapped foot but Hunt is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T12#
Hunt is concentrating on defense, preventing Ribbler from advancing position.
Hunt trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler prevents Hunt from improving his position.#T13#
Hunt is trying to control but can't.
Hunt is trying to control but Ribbler manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (2) vs (5) Ribbler
Hunt is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Hunt wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hunt (2) vs (8) Ribbler#T14#
Hunt wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
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.
Hunt can't escape the position.
Hunt is working hard here to advance position.
Ribbler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB2#
Hunt is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Ribbler gets his way!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hunt just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 8 to 2. Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CWC 263
Date: Sep 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 5 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Daniel Cesar and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hozdic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hozdic shoots in but no luck this time.
Hozdic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ribbler avoids it really well and circles away.
Ribbler appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragan Hozdic.#TD#
Ribbler closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ribbler lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic controlling the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Hozdic 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: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hozdic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Ribbler trying to control but Hozdic postures up.
#T2#
Ribbler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Hozdic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribbler keeping hold of Hozdic's head, controlling as best he can. #T3#
Ribbler is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribbler avoid being mounted?
Hozdic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribbler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hozdic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Ribbler is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hozdic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T5#
Ribbler is looking to improve his position.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Hozdic trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.#T6#
Ribbler is trying to maintain the position but Hozdic is very close to passing his half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hozdic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Let's hope that Hozdic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Ribbler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ribbler.
Ribbler pulls Hozdic in close to his closed guard and prevents Hozdic from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hozdic's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T8#
Hozdic postures up.
#SUB#
Ribbler looking for a guillotine here but Hozdic defends easily.
Hozdic controlling from the top position.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Hozdic tries to pass. #T9#
Hozdic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hozdic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T10#
Ribbler wants to sweep here but Hozdic controlling him for the moment.
Hozdic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T11#
Ribbler looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribbler, not yet.
Hozdic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
More stalling from Hozdic.#T12#
Ribbler is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Ribbler pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Ribbler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T14#
Hozdic advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (2) vs (5) Hozdic
Ribbler is being controlled here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic trying to control the position but Ribbler is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 5 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic is the new super heavyweight champion!
Dragan Hozdic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLS BALLS RECOVERY logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CWC 260
Date: Sep 05, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 11 losses; Dick Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Alexandre Firmino and Mauricio Rocha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Ribbler looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Diaz
Diaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Diaz, not yet.
Ribbler is fighting to break Diaz's control of his arms but Diaz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Diaz wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Diaz is pulling down on Ribbler's head. It's preventing any offense from Ribbler, at least for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Diaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Diaz is retaining full guard.
Diaz seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ribbler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Diaz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2#
Diaz trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Diaz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Diaz looking to control.
Diaz has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
Diaz working a defensive guard here.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Diaz is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ribbler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Diaz told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Diaz managing to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler 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. #T4#
Diaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Diaz, not yet.
Diaz working a defensive guard but Ribbler passes into half guard.
Diaz controlling the position well.
Diaz tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Ribbler performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ribbler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Diaz keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Diaz trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
#T6#
Diaz keeping control of the position.
Diaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Diaz trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler prevents Diaz from improving his position.
Diaz wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
#T7#
Ribbler controlling the action here.
Diaz is positioning himself well to prevent Ribbler advancing to mount.
Diaz trying to control here.
Diaz tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Diaz is controlling Ribbler's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Diaz trying to control here.
#T8#
Diaz wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Ribbler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Diaz wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Ribbler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are battling for position here. Diaz manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T9#
Diaz has Ribbler pulled in close to control his posture.
Diaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Diaz pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
Diaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Diaz, not yet.
Diaz trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Diaz has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T10#
Diaz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Diaz holds on and takes a little breather.
Diaz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Diaz working a defensive guard here.
#T11#
Diaz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Diaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Diaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Diaz trying to control the position here.
Diaz trying to control the position.
#T12#
Ribbler 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.
Ribbler'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.
Diaz has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
Diaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T13#
Ribbler being controlled here momentarily.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving.
Diaz trying to control the position here.
Ribbler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Diaz is pulling down on Ribbler's head. It's preventing any offense from Ribbler, at least for the moment.#T14#
Diaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Diaz looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diaz trying to control here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
Ibbe Ribbler seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Dick Diaz spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll Slap you harder next time!!!'. |
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Event:
OWGP CHAMPIONSHIPS
Date: Aug 20, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 17 losses; Cajun Puto!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Daniel Cesar and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Puto closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ribbler quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Puto
Ribbler's coaches at Fenrir MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Puto is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (5) Puto
Puto seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ribbler is holding on tight.
#SUB2#
Puto swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Ribbler is now in Puto's guard. A big mistake from Puto there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (5) Puto#SUB2#
Puto is looking for a triangle but Ribbler pushes his legs off easily.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Puto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ribbler defends well.
Puto looking to control.
#T1##SUB2#
Puto working for submissions but it's allowed Ribbler to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Puto looking for submissions off his back.
Puto gets full guard.#SUB2#
Puto is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribbler is aware though and is defending well.
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Puto is keeping the position for now.
Puto is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Ribbler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Puto 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.
Puto manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (7) Puto
Puto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Puto sitting in guard here, content to control.
Puto trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (7) Puto#T3#
Puto has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (7) Puto
Puto is trying to work for a sweep but Ribbler has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (9) vs (7) Puto
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Puto is trying desperately to improve position.
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Puto to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (12) vs (7) Puto
Puto trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T4#
Puto breaks Ribbler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (12) vs (9) Puto
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ribbler holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Puto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Puto controls the pace.
Puto wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Puto is looking to pass into half guard but Ribbler pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ribbler is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (14) vs (9) Puto#SUB2#
Puto looking for subs off his back but Ribbler has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T5#
Puto is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ribbler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Puto wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Puto wants to get back to full guard but Ribbler has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (17) vs (9) Puto
Ribbler content just to control the position here.
Puto can't escape the position.
#T6#
Puto is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Puto is trying to reverse the position but instead Ribbler has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (20) vs (9) Puto
You can see the frustration on Puto's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ribbler struggling to keep hold of the position.
Puto is really stuck here.
Puto turns into Ribbler and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (20) vs (11) Puto
Puto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Puto from controlling successfully.
Puto forces his way into half guard.#T7#
Puto is just content to waste time from the top position. Ribbler takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Puto tries to pass.
Puto is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (24) vs (11) Puto
Puto gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Puto actively working from the bottom here.
Puto wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
#T8#
Puto trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (27) vs (11) Puto
Puto can't escape the position.
Puto bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (27) vs (13) Puto
Puto tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Puto sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Puto looking to pass the guard. #T9#
Puto wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Puto passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (27) vs (16) Puto
Ribbler wants to control but Puto postures up.
My spies in Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform me that Puto has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Puto advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (27) vs (18) Puto
Puto looking to control but Ribbler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T10#
Ribbler has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Puto's lack of action.
Puto looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ribbler tries to get to full guard but Puto has control of the leg.
Puto trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
Puto trying to advance position but Ribbler counters by regaining guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ribbler holds on and takes a little breather. #T11#
Puto wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Puto works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ribbler is trying to control but can't.
Puto not doing much here.
Ribbler tries to get to full guard but Puto has control of the leg. #T12#
Puto seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Well,Ribbler is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Puto is trying to control the action in half guard but Ribbler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Puto wants to pass to mount but Ribbler is defending the position. #T13##SUB2#
Puto is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ribbler is just riding it out for now. Puto eventually gives up the hold.
Ribbler is controlling Puto's trapped leg to prevent Puto from advancing to side control.
Puto working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ribbler's thigh. Ribbler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Puto trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #T14#
Puto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Puto from controlling successfully.
Ribbler is pulling down on Puto's head to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Puto trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (29) vs (18) Puto
Puto manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (29) vs (20) Puto
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 29 to 20.
Ibbe Ribbler is the new super heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Ibbe Ribbler thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
OWGP Final Four
Date: Aug 17, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 16 losses; Prana Halo!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Halo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ribbler's waist but Ribbler gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Halo off to one side.
Prana Halo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribbler shoots in looking for a takedown. Halo tries to sprawl out of it but Ribbler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Halo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Halo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ribbler shoots in looking for a takedown but Halo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ribbler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ribbler changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Halo tries to avoid it but Ribbler manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Halo to the ground. Halo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibbe Ribbler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Halo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbler as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Ribbler shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Halo
Halo gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo working a defensive guard here.
Ribbler won't allow Halo to sweep him here. #T1#
Ribbler postures up.
#SUB2#
Halo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribbler is aware though and is defending well.
Halo trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Halo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Halo
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Halo tries to pass.
Ribbler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ribbler is adopting a defensive guard.
Ribbler 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.#T2#
Halo trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (2) Halo
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Halo is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (4) Halo
Halo trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Halo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Halo from controlling successfully. #T3#
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Halo has gone for a leg lock! Ribbler slips out almost immediately though and dives into Halo's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (6) vs (4) Halo
Halo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (6) vs (6) Halo
Halo advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (6) vs (9) Halo#SUB2#
Halo tries for a kimura but Ribbler is defending well.
Halo tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T4#
Ribbler sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Halo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ribbler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Halo.
Halo trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Halo tries to pass to full mount but Ribbler defends it. #T5#
Halo trying to control from half guard but Ribbler is working away.
Halo is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Halo is trying to work for a kimura but Ribbler is defending well.
Ribbler is doing well to control the position and prevent Halo from advancing to side control.
Halo trying to pass the guard but Ribbler defending well.
Ribbler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ribbler.#T6##SUB2#
Halo drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ribbler manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Halo has Ribbler in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (8) vs (9) Halo
Halo looking for a sweep. Not yet Halo, not yet. #SUB2#
Halo looking for subs off his back but Ribbler has passed one foot through into half guard.
Halo is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Halo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T7#
Ribbler wants to control but Halo is keeping him busy.
Halo wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Halo looking for subs from the bottom but Ribbler mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (11) vs (9) Halo
Halo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halo keeps trying to improve his position.
Halo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ribbler controlling his opponent.
Halo tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T8#
Halo wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Halo is looking to get to half guard.
Halo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Halo gets back to half guard.
Halo is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T9#
Halo is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Halo is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Ribbler jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (14) vs (9) Halo
Halo sneaks back into half guard.
Halo has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Halo is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Halo wants to get back to full guard.
Halo moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Halo looking for a sweep. Not yet Halo, not yet. #T10##SUB2#
Ribbler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Halo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ribbler has managed to get both his arms back between Halo's legs - danger averted.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Halo working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Halo looking for a guillotine here but Ribbler defends easily.
Halo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Halo tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Halo is positioning himself well to prevent Ribbler advancing to mount.
Halo is looking to improve his position.
#T11#
Ribbler frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (17) vs (9) Halo
Halo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Halo to control.
Ribbler content just to control the position here.
Halo regains half guard.
Halo wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Halo manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T12#
Ribbler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Halo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Halo wants to hit a sweep here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Halo there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (20) vs (9) Halo
Halo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount.
Ribbler trying to control but Halo is having none of it. #T13#
Halo is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
Halo wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (23) vs (9) Halo
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Halo from escaping the position.
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Halo manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (23) vs (11) Halo
Halo trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Halo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Halo pushes down on Ribbler's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T14#
Halo is just content to waste time from the top position. Ribbler takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Halo trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Halo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halo wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 23 to 11.
A very excited looking Ibbe Ribbler made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Prana Halo was interviewed post fight and said 'Shit happens'. |
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Event:
OWGP RD 3
Date: Aug 14, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 12 losses; Hero Galanos! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Daniel Cesar and Matheus Silva.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Galanos misses with a takedown attempt - Ribbler sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ribbler fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Galanos (0) vs (2) Ribbler
Ribbler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Galanos is controlling Ribbler's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galanos is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
#T1#
Galanos is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ribbler 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. #T2#
Ribbler passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Galanos (0) vs (5) Ribbler
Ribbler tries to advance to mount but Galanos denies him.
Galanos is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
My spies in Fenrir MMA inform me that Ribbler has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3#
Galanos seems a little lost for a moment, as Ribbler dominates the positioning.
You can see the frustration on Galanos's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Galanos looking for a sweep but Ribbler has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Galanos (0) vs (7) Ribbler
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Galanos to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Galanos (0) vs (10) Ribbler
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Galanos manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Galanos (2) vs (10) Ribbler#T4#
Ribbler pulls Galanos in close to his closed guard and prevents Galanos from doing any damage or advancing position.
Galanos not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Galanos'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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ribbler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Galanos (2) vs (12) Ribbler#T5#
Galanos wants to control but Ribbler passes easily into half guard.
Galanos preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Well, if Ribbler 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.
Galanos is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T6#
Ribbler is pressing down on Galanos's thigh, looking to free his foot. Galanos is holding on for now.
Ribbler prevents Galanos from improving his position.
Galanos won't allow Ribbler to pass to mount.
Galanos tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.#T7#
Ribbler trying to mount his opponent but Galanos defends it. #SUB#
Galanos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ribbler is pressing down on Galanos's thigh, looking to free his foot. Galanos is holding on for now.
Galanos tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Ribbler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T8#
Galanos is trying to get back to full guard.
Galanos is working hard here to advance position.
Galanos is in trouble now - Ribbler has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Galanos (2) vs (15) Ribbler
Galanos has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Galanos is looking to get to half guard.#T9#
Galanos tries to hold on but Ribbler postures up.
Galanos is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ribbler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ribbler prevents Galanos from getting the reversal.#T10#
Galanos looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Galanos (2) vs (18) Ribbler
I really don't envy Galanos right now.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ribbler controlling the positon.
Galanos is in bad spot here.
#T11#
Galanos wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Galanos can't escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ribbler controlling the positon.
Galanos trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Ribbler tries to get the hooks in deep but Galanos pushed the leg off. #T12#
Galanos rolls, trying to escape but Ribbler keeps control of the position.
Galanos is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Galanos is trying to break free.
#T13#
Galanos wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Ribbler is riding his opponent, not letting Galanos buck him off.
Ribbler tries to keep control of the position but Galanos is staying busy.
Galanos tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Galanos gets back to half guard.
Ribbler wants to pass to mount but Galanos is defending the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Galanos manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T14#
Galanos is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Ribbler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Galanos swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Galanos looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Galanos keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 18 to 2.
A very excited looking Ibbe Ribbler made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
OWGP Sweet 16
Date: Aug 08, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 19 losses; David Morrison Jr.!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Felipe Paraventi and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Morrison Jr. shoots in and gets a takedown into Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morrison Jr. looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler seems keen to control Morrison Jr.'s posture.
Morrison Jr. passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (5) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. tries for a kimura but Ribbler is defending well. #T1#
Morrison Jr. wants to control but Ribbler is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Morrison Jr. swings around for an armbar but Ribbler sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Morrison Jr.'s guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (5) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. 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: Ribbler (2) vs (7) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Morrison Jr. is stalling here. Ribbler is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Morrison Jr. seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ribbler has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (6) vs (7) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. tries to buck Ribbler off but Ribbler is having none of it.#T2#
Ribbler happy to just control the position for now.
Morrison Jr. is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
Morrison Jr. is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ribbler controlling from side mount. #T3#
Morrison Jr. tries to buck Ribbler off but Ribbler is having none of it.
Morrison Jr. is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Morrison Jr. is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Ribbler is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (8) vs (7) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Morrison Jr. sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T4#
Morrison Jr. is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison Jr. slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T5#
Ribbler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison Jr..
Morrison Jr. bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (8) vs (9) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morrison Jr. showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Morrison Jr. trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T6#
Ribbler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Morrison Jr. trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler has control of Morrison Jr.'s left arm, preventing Morrison Jr. from doing any damage.
Morrison Jr. trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #T7#
Morrison Jr. is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Morrison Jr. looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (10) vs (9) Morrison Jr.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Morrison Jr. looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
Morrison Jr. wants to hit a sweep here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Morrison Jr. there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (13) vs (9) Morrison Jr.
Ribbler controlling the pace for now. #T8#
Morrison Jr. manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Morrison Jr. wants to get back to full guard.
Ribbler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but Morrison Jr. defending well. #SUB#
Ribbler is looking for a kimura here.
#T9#
Morrison Jr. moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ribbler passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ribbler not doing much here.
#T10#
Morrison Jr. tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Ribbler is looking to take a break and control but Morrison Jr. is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Morrison Jr. tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ribbler has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (16) vs (9) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Morrison Jr. is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.#T11#
Morrison Jr. gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Morrison Jr. actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morrison Jr. tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg. #T12#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ribbler in particular looking to stall.
Morrison Jr. wants to sweep but Ribbler has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (19) vs (9) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ribbler moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (21) vs (9) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T13#
Ribbler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Morrison Jr. is working to get back to half guard.
Ribbler trying to control but Morrison Jr. is having none of it.
Morrison Jr. sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T14#
Ribbler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Morrison Jr. knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Morrison Jr. works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison Jr..
Ribbler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 21 to 9.
Ibbe Ribbler decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 234
Date: Aug 01, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Felipe Ferreira-Alves!
The judges for this bout are Eliza Hachem, Donatello Bradman and Ron Honeybunn.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ferreira-Alves gets a clinch. #TD2#
Ferreira-Alves has hold of one of Ribbler's legs. Ribbler is fighting the takedown attempt but Ferreira-Alves gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Ferreira-Alves
Ferreira-Alves is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ribbler pulls Ferreira-Alves in to control the position.
Ferreira-Alves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ferreira-Alves is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (2) Ferreira-Alves
Ribbler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferreira-Alves is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.#T1#
Ferreira-Alves slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Ferreira-Alves manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Ribbler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2#
Ferreira-Alves looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB2#
Ferreira-Alves actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Ribbler 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.
#SUB2#
Ferreira-Alves has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ribbler escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (2) Ferreira-Alves#T3#
Ferreira-Alves looking for a sweep but Ribbler has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (9) vs (2) Ferreira-Alves
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ferreira-Alves is trying to escape the mount.
#T4#
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Ferreira-Alves is looking to get to half guard.
Ferreira-Alves looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (12) vs (2) Ferreira-Alves
Ferreira-Alves tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T5##SUB#
Ribbler patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Ribbler is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Ferreira-Alves is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 227
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 10 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 12 losses; Rodrizinho Chai!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Emerson Jorge and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Chai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ribbler will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chai tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ribbler swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ribbler changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chai wants to clinch up but Ribbler keeps it at a distance.
Chai is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rodrizinho Chai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Chai dives in and scores a takedown into Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Chai
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Ribbler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Chai 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.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Chai showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Chai sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai passes Ribbler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ribbler won't allow Chai to pass to mount.
Ribbler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Fenrir MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Chai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working. #T3#
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.
Chai controlling the pace.
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Ribbler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chai wants to take a breather but Ribbler is having none of it.
Chai controlling the pace.
Ribbler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler is not content to let Chai control the position.#T4#
Ribbler trying to control from the bottom.
Chai is controlling the pace.
Chai is looking to take a break and control but Ribbler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Chai is thwarting Ribbler's attempts to control the position.
Chai is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Ribbler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Chai 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. #T6#
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Ribbler controlling the position.
Chai showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chai passes Ribbler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Chai controlling the action here.#T7#
Chai is looking to take a break and control but Ribbler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chai trying to advance position but Ribbler counters by regaining guard.
Ribbler seems keen to control Chai's posture.
Chai controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T8#
It looks like Chai might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Chai trying to move into half guard but instead Ribbler has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Chai
Chai is pulling down on Ribbler's head. It's preventing any offense from Ribbler, at least for the moment.
Chai is trying to hold Ribbler in close to prevent damage but Ribbler has managed to pass into half guard.
#T9#
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chai trying to control here.
#SUB#
Chai is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Ribbler has latched onto it... Big trouble! Ribbler pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Chai is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Ribbler!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Ibbe Ribbler thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (155lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Rap Tori! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 9 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Ian Loll and Steve Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Tori closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Tori (4) vs (0) Ribbler
Tori taking a breather here.
Tori has knee on belly momentarily but Ribbler bucks him off and regains half guard.
Tori looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tori slows the pace down in half guard. #T1#
Ribbler wants to improve his position but Tori is controlling well.
Tori 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.
Tori is trying to control the action in half guard but Ribbler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ribbler is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Tori jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tori (7) vs (0) Ribbler
Tori advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tori (9) vs (0) Ribbler
Ribbler has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Tori's lack of action.
#T2#
Tori content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Tori is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Tori trying to pass the guard but Ribbler defending well.
Tori is just content to waste time from the top position. Ribbler takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T3#
Tori stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler pulls Tori in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Tori wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Tori tries to pass.
Tori wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Tori is really struggling to control Ribbler but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T5#
Ribbler being controlled here, momentarily.
Tori wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Tori is fighting to break Ribbler's control of his arms but Ribbler is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T6#
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Tori from controlling successfully.
Tori looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tori (9) vs (2) Ribbler
Tori controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Tori looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ribbler trying to mount his opponent but Tori defends it. #T7#
Ribbler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tori is pressing down on Ribbler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tori looking for a sweep. Not yet Tori, not yet.
Tori trying to control the position.
#T8#
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Tori.
Ribbler 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.
Ribbler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tori seems keen to control Ribbler's posture.#T9#
Tori wants to sweep but no luck.
Tori manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tori (11) vs (2) Ribbler
Tori wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Tori stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Tori forces his way into half guard.
Tori wants to pass to mount but Ribbler is defending the position.
Ribbler is refusing to be controlled, as Tori sits in half guard.
Ribbler is controlling Tori's trapped leg to prevent Tori from advancing to side control.#T11#
Ribbler is staying active underneath Tori, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tori sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ribbler wants to control but Tori is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tori wants to free his trapped foot but Ribbler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tori wants to control but Ribbler is keeping him busy. #T12#
Tori passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tori (14) vs (2) Ribbler
Tori controlling his opponent.
Ribbler wants to hold on but Tori pushes him away.
Tori fails to move to back control.
Ribbler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tori can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ribbler is looking to escape. #T13#
Tori content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Tori jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ribbler is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ribbler and Tori has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Tori taking a break here but Ribbler is having none of it and regains half guard.
Tori trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #T14#
Tori wants to pass to mount but Ribbler is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tori is trying to control. Ribbler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tori wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler trying to hold on to Tori's head to control him but Tori postures up.
Tori seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tori takes the fight on points by 14 to 2.
Rap Tori 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. |
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Event:
CACC 203: Brown vs Wasa
Date: May 30, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 9 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Joey Simone!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Russell Pearce and Dean Styles.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Simone drives through and clinches with Ribbler against the ropes.
#TD2#
Simone drags the fight down to the ground.
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.#SUB#
Ribbler 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.
Simone pulls Ribbler in to control the position.
Simone looking to control.
Ribbler being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simone is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Simone wants to sweep but no luck.
Ribbler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Simone has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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#
Simone working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ribbler has passed into half guard!
Simone preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Simone is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Simone keeps working. #T2#
Simone is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Ribbler prevents Simone from improving his position.
Simone 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.
Simone keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Simone wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Ribbler is thwarting Simone's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Simone is looking to improve his position.
Ribbler is trying to control the action in half guard but Simone is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ribbler controlling the action here.
Ribbler is pressing down on Simone's thigh, looking to free his foot. Simone is holding on for now.
Simone preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Ribbler is thwarting Simone's attempts to control the position.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T4#
Simone moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Simone is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
Simone is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Simone controlling the position well.
Simone is trying to get back to full guard.
Simone trying to control here.
Simone is looking to get back to full guard here but Ribbler has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (3) vs (0) Simone#T5#
Ribbler working away.
Simone is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Simone looking for a sweep but Ribbler has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Simone
Simone wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Simone is wriggling around trying to escape.
Simone wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.#T6#
Ribbler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Simone tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Simone is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ribbler is staying active.
Simone is wriggling around trying to escape.
Simone tries to hold on but Ribbler postures up.
Simone tries to control the position but Ribbler now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (8) vs (0) Simone
Simone breaks Ribbler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (8) vs (2) Simone#T7#
Simone looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (10) vs (2) Simone
Simone keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Simone not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Simone is pulling down on Ribbler's head to control his posture.
Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Simone trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
#T8#
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Simone.
Ribbler trying to control but Simone is working from the bottom.
Simone is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
Simone wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Simone controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Ribbler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T9#
Simone wants to get back to full guard.
Simone is staying active underneath Ribbler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Simone is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Simone is trying to control but Ribbler passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (13) vs (2) Simone
Simone tries to bench press Ribbler off him but Ribbler keeps the position.
Ribbler wants to control but Simone is keeping him busy.
Ribbler advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (15) vs (2) Simone
Simone really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T10#
Simone is still trying to improve position.
Simone wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Simone is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
Ribbler trying to control but Simone is having none of it.
Simone keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T11#
Ribbler prevents Simone from getting the reversal.
Ribbler wants to control the pace but Simone is squirming around nicely.
Simone is looking to get to half guard.
Ribbler controlling his opponent.
Simone tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away. #T12#
Simone is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ribbler wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Simone keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ribbler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Simone can't escape the position.
Simone keeps trying to improve his position.#T13#
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Simone to control.
Simone prevents Ribbler from taking his back.
Simone is trying desperately to improve position.
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount. #T14#
Simone is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Simone tries to reverse the position but Ribbler maintains control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simone reaches up to try and control the position but Ribbler seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Simone rolls and tries to escape and now Ribbler has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (18) vs (2) Simone
Simone wants to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Ibbe Ribbler thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 200: Ribbler vs Azaryan
Date: May 23, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Artur Azaryan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 9 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Azaryan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Azaryan clinches up against the ropes.
Azaryan goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ribbler prevents it.
Ribbler prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Azaryan ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Azaryan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Azaryan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Azaryan wants to control but Ribbler passes easily into half guard.
Azaryan tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Azaryan is trying to get back to full guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Azaryan has his hands clasped together around Ribbler's back. He's all about the action.
Ribbler works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Azaryan (0) vs (3) Ribbler
Azaryan is trying to escape the mount but Ribbler keeps good control and instead manages to take Azaryan's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Azaryan (0) vs (6) Ribbler#T2#
Good control from Ribbler.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Azaryan tries to break free.
Azaryan just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3#
Ribbler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Azaryan can't escape the position.
Ribbler is riding his opponent, not letting Azaryan buck him off.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4#
Azaryan is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Azaryan tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Ribbler has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Azaryan is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ibbe Ribbler! Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
Our winner, Ibbe Ribbler, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (170lbs, D1): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 8 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 14 losses; Paul Hunt!
The judges for this bout are Tarja Halkonen, Arvi Lind and Roosa Järviläinen.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hunt throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ribbler's waist but Ribbler gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hunt off to one side.
Paul Hunt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribbler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ribbler drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hunt sprawls and moves away.
Hunt dives in and grabs Ribbler's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ribbler pushes down on Hunt's head and hops out.
Ribbler feinted with a counter takedown.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Hunt.#CL#
Ribbler rushes Hunt and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Hunt works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Hunt
Hunt trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Ribbler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hunt is one step ahead there.
Hunt is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler has control of Hunt's left arm, preventing Hunt from doing any damage.
Hunt passes into half guard.
Ribbler won't allow Hunt to pass to mount.
Ribbler trying to hold on to Hunt's head to control him but Hunt postures up.
Ribbler is looking for a sweep. Hunt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Hunt controlling the pace.
Ribbler wants to get back to full guard.
Ribbler trying to hold on to Hunt's head to control him but Hunt postures up.
Hunt is taking a breather. Ribbler 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.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Ribbler trying to control but Hunt postures up.
Ribbler works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hunt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hunt controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Hunt tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hunt controls the pace.
Hunt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hunt controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T5#
Let's hope that Hunt has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Hunt wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving. #T6#
Hunt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Hunt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ribbler trying to control the position here.
Hunt stands and throws Ribbler's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (5) Hunt#T7#
Ribbler wants to control but Hunt postures up.
We've been informed that Hunt has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hunt laying and praying for a moment but Ribbler takes advantage and regains half guard.
Hunt is looking to advance position but Ribbler won't allow it. #T8#
Hunt frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (8) Hunt
Ribbler wants to hold on but Hunt pushes him away.
Hunt trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hunt controlling the position easily from mount.
Ribbler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Hunt content just to control the position here.
Ribbler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler reaches up to try and control the position but Hunt seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Ribbler rolls and tries to escape and now Hunt has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (0) vs (11) Hunt
Hunt trying to control.#T10#
Hunt biding his time, looking for the opening.
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.
Hunt is controlling the position but Ribbler somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hunt in particular looking to stall.#T11##SUB#
Ribbler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ribbler is looking to control Hunt's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribbler avoid being mounted?
Hunt wants to free his trapped foot but Ribbler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ribbler tries to roll over but Hunt keeps him under control.#T12#
Hunt seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ribbler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hunt with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hunt wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working. #T13#
Hunt controlling the action here.
Ribbler is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hunt passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (14) Hunt
Hunt wants to take Ribbler's back but he can't do it this time. #T14#
Hunt can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ribbler is looking to escape.
Hunt controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hunt is looking to work his way around to Ribbler's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hunt wins on points by 14 to 0.
Paul Hunt decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 186: Ribbler vs Lee
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 8 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Wutang Lee!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ribbler tries to keep at a distance but Lee has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Ribbler has clasped his hands together around Lee's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Lee
Lee is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lee wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Lee will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T1#
Lee is trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler tries to move to mount but Lee blocks the move with his legs. #SUB#
Ribbler tries for a kimura but Lee is defending well.
Lee can't do much from the bottom here.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
Ribbler takes a little break here. Lee wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Lee is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Ribbler controls the position.
Lee is trying to control Ribbler's posture but Ribbler avoids it.
Lee trying to remain calm as Ribbler controls from the top position.
Ribbler working away.
Lee is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Lee is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Ribbler swings around for an armbar but Lee sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (2) Lee
Ribbler is adopting a defensive guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Lee from controlling successfully. #T5#
Lee looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lee controls the pace.
Ribbler pulls Lee in to control the position. #T6#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ribbler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
Ribbler wants to sweep here but Lee controlling him for the moment.
Ribbler is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Lee from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lee might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T8#
Ribbler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lee wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T9#
Lee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Lee trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lee controls the pace.
Lee stopping the sweep attempt from Ribbler.#T10#
Lee slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lee trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Ribbler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lee is one step ahead there. #T11#
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Lee from controlling successfully.
Lee tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Lee wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving. #T12#
Lee slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lee wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving. #T13#
Ribbler controlling the position.
Lee wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving. #T14#
Ribbler is pulling down on Lee's head. It's preventing any offense from Lee, at least for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lee controls the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
Our winner, Ibbe Ribbler, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 172: Ribbler vs Simone
Date: Feb 21, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 8 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Joey Simone!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Simone fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Simone closes the distance and clinches.
Simone tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ribbler smiles and moves away.
#TD#
Ribbler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Simone looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Simone
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ribbler working away.
Simone is trying to work for a sweep but Ribbler has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (6) vs (0) Simone
Simone tries to control Ribbler's body but Ribbler pushes him off. Simone squirms to his side and now Ribbler has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (9) vs (0) Simone
Simone 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.
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Simone tries to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Simone is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T1#
Ribbler not allowing Simone to control his hands.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Simone's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ribbler avoiding Simone 's attempts to control his hands.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Simone is in bad spot here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Simone manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (9) vs (2) Simone#T2#
Simone tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Simone postures up.
Simone slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Simone trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Simone not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Simone trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Simone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Simone content to stall in guard here.
Simone is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (13) vs (2) Simone
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ribbler tries to push Simone's head away but Simone is holding on tight.
Simone really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Ribbler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Simone slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Simone moves into full guard.
Simone is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ribbler 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. #T5#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Simone keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Simone wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Simone looking for a sweep. Not yet Simone, not yet.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Simone looking to control.
Ribbler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ribbler preventing the sweep. #T6#
Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
Simone tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Simone controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Simone keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Simone has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position. #T7#
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Simone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Simone is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ribbler defends well.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Simone keeps moving.
Simone wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ribbler is now in half guard.
Ribbler is thwarting Simone's attempts to control the position.#T8#
Simone tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Simone keeping hold of Ribbler's head, controlling as best he can.
Simone is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Simone tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Ribbler is thwarting Simone's attempts to control the position.#T9#
Ribbler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Simone is looking to control Ribbler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Simone avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ribbler in particular looking to stall.
Simone is looking to improve his position.
Simone is trying to control but Ribbler passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (16) vs (2) Simone
Simone tries to bench press Ribbler off him but Ribbler keeps the position.
Simone keeps trying to improve his position.
Simone wants to control but Ribbler postures up.#T10#
Simone is looking for a sweep.
Ribbler tries to advance to mount but Simone denies him.
Simone is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ribbler off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (16) vs (6) Simone#SUB2#
Simone has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ribbler is keeping busy.
Ribbler trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Simone just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Simone's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T11#
Ribbler trying to control the action but Simone just sinks the hooks in.
Ribbler staying busy and making it hard for Simone to control.
Ribbler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Ribbler tries to roll but Simone sticks to his back.
#T12#
Simone tries to get the hooks in deep but Ribbler pushed the leg off.
Simone keeps control of the position as Ribbler tries to break free.
Ribbler trying to control the hands but Simone breaks the grip.
Simone 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.
#SUB2#
Ribbler defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Simone's arms.
Simone wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.#T13##SUB2#
Simone is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ribbler knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ribbler for a finish.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Simone's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB2#
Simone is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Simone tries to keep control of the position but Ribbler is staying busy.#SUB2#
Simone is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ribbler has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T14#
Simone trying to control.
Simone controlling well, preventing Ribbler from escaping the position.
Simone controls the action.
Let's hope that Simone has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler staying busy and making it hard for Simone to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 16 to 6.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CACC 166: Ribbler vs Savkov
Date: Jan 31, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 8 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Pavel Savkov!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown but Savkov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Savkov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ribbler throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Savkov's waist but Savkov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ribbler off to one side.
Savkov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ribbler looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Savkov is fending him off so far but Ribbler persists. Nope, Savkov circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibbe Ribbler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Savkov's coach down at Rivers Edge Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Savkov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Ribbler shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Savkov defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Ribbler decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Savkov#T1##SUB2#
Savkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ribbler pulls his head out easily.
Savkov moves into full guard.
Savkov pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Savkov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ribbler stacks Savkov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Savkov#T2#
Savkov tries to buck Ribbler off but Ribbler is having none of it.
Savkov is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Savkov is letting Ribbler control him for a moment.
Savkov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Ribbler controlling from side mount.
Savkov is looking to reverse the position.
Savkov is trying to control Ribbler's posture but Ribbler avoids it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Savkov is trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler wants to control but Savkov is keeping him busy. #T4#
Ribbler controls the position from side control.
Savkov is looking to reverse the position.
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Savkov keeps working.
Ribbler works to advance to full mount. Savkov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (7) vs (0) Savkov
Ribbler wants to control the pace but Savkov is squirming around nicely. #T5#
Savkov is looking to get to half guard.
Ribbler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Savkov is looking to escape.
Savkov is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Savkov is trying to reverse the position but instead Ribbler has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (10) vs (0) Savkov#T6#
Savkov tries to break free.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Savkov trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Savkov tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Savkov trying to control the hands but Ribbler breaks the grip.
Ribbler is hanging on to Savkov's back as he tries to escape.
Ribbler controlling from the back.#T7#
Savkov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ribbler avoiding Savkov 's attempts to control his hands.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Savkov from escaping the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Savkov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T8#
Ribbler is controlling the position but Savkov somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Savkov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Savkov actively working from the bottom here.
Savkov is controlling Ribbler's trapped leg to prevent Ribbler from advancing to side control.#T9##SUB2#
Savkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ribbler pulls his head out easily.
Ribbler passes into side control, despite Savkov's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (13) vs (0) Savkov
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Savkov prevents Ribbler from moving into mount.
Savkov tries to improve position but can't. #T10#
Ribbler gets to mount! Savkov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (15) vs (0) Savkov
Savkov wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (18) vs (0) Savkov#T11#
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Savkov tries to break free.
#SUB#
Ribbler is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Savkov wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Savkov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Savkov trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Ribbler is trying to stick to Savkov's back but Savkov is turning into Ribbler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ribbler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Savkov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (18) vs (2) Savkov#T12#
Savkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler is trying to keep Savkov in close.
Savkov trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Savkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard. #T13#
Ribbler trying to control the position.
Ribbler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Savkov wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Savkov tries to pass. #T14#
Ribbler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ribbler trying to control the position here.
Ribbler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Savkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler wants to control the position but Savkov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Ibbe Ribbler thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CACC 156: Ribbler v Dravezesdi
Date: Dec 27, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 8 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 15 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dravezesdi as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Dravezesdi closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dravezesdi lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Ribbler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dravezesdi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Dravezesdi trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Dravezesdi wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.#T2#
Dravezesdi is still trying to improve position.
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dravezesdi wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ribbler is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ribbler has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Dravezesdi wants to improve his position but instead Ribbler has moved into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dravezesdi manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ribbler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Dravezesdi is keeping the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dravezesdi trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Dravezesdi wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Our spies down at at Mello MMA inform us that Dravezesdi has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dravezesdi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dravezesdi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T5#
Ribbler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dravezesdi wants to hit a sweep here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dravezesdi there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi is looking to get to half guard.
Dravezesdi sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T6#
Dravezesdi tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Dravezesdi tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ribbler has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (8) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Dravezesdi to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (11) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Ribbler is hanging on to Dravezesdi's back as he tries to escape.
Dravezesdi trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Dravezesdi tries to break free.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T7#
Dravezesdi trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Dravezesdi tries to escape the position.
Dravezesdi trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Dravezesdi from escaping the position.
Ribbler biding his time, controlling Dravezesdi.
Dravezesdi is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T8#
Ribbler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Dravezesdi tries to break free.
#T9#
Ribbler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Dravezesdi turns into Ribbler and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (11) vs (4) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler controls Dravezesdi momentarily but Dravezesdi frees himself.
Dravezesdi wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving. #T10#
Dravezesdi trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (13) vs (4) Dravezesdi
Ribbler postures up.
Dravezesdi 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.
Ribbler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dravezesdi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler slips nicely into half guard.#T11#
Dravezesdi tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Ribbler works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (16) vs (4) Dravezesdi
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dravezesdi keeps working.
Dravezesdi is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dravezesdi keeps working. #T12#
Ribbler has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (18) vs (4) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ribbler trying to control but Dravezesdi is having none of it.
Ribbler prevents Dravezesdi from getting the reversal.#T13#
Ribbler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ribbler prevents Dravezesdi from getting the reversal.
Dravezesdi tries to improve his position but instead Ribbler has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (21) vs (4) Dravezesdi#T14#
Dravezesdi tries to break free.
What can Dravezesdi do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Ribbler is hanging on to Dravezesdi's back as he tries to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ribbler controlling the positon.
I really don't envy Dravezesdi right now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 21 to 4.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Ibbe Ribbler thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CACC 142: Ribbler vs Gatsby
Date: Nov 22, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 8 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Steve Montenegro and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gatsby moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Gatsby pulls Ribbler into guard.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby wants to hit a sweep here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Gatsby there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (3) vs (0) Gatsby
Gatsby sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler prevents Gatsby from improving his position.#SUB2#
Gatsby is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ribbler pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Gatsby looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Ribbler pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (6) vs (0) Gatsby#T1#
Gatsby tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Gatsby wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Gatsby working to try and regain half guard.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Gatsby is working to get back to half guard.
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gatsby to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (9) vs (0) Gatsby#T2#
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Gatsby tries to break free.
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.
Ribbler is not going to allow Gatsby to sit and survive in this position.
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
#T3#
Ribbler trying to control.
Gatsby tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Gatsby looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Ribbler tries to get the hooks in deep but Gatsby pushed the leg off.
Ribbler controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Ribbler kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in. #T4#
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Gatsby prevents Ribbler from getting a body triangle.
Ribbler is trying to stick to Gatsby's back but Gatsby is turning into Ribbler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ribbler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Gatsby. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (9) vs (2) Gatsby
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gatsby looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (11) vs (2) Gatsby#SUB2#
Gatsby is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T5#
Gatsby is trying to hold Ribbler in close to prevent damage but Ribbler has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Ribbler moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Gatsby. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (14) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby looking for a sweep but Ribbler has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (16) vs (2) Gatsby
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gatsby to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (19) vs (2) Gatsby
Ribbler wants to control but Gatsby is keeping busy.#T6#
What can Gatsby do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Ribbler has the hooks in. Gatsby is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ribbler has good solid back control here.
Gatsby tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Gatsby trying to control the hands but Ribbler breaks the grip.
Gatsby is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ribbler is staying active.#T7#
Gatsby might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Ribbler not allowing Gatsby to control his hands.
Gatsby wants to escape the position.
#T8#
Gatsby wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Ribbler tries to get the hooks in deep but Gatsby pushed the leg off.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Gatsby looks to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gatsby is really stuck here.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Gatsby tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Gatsby looks to control. #T9#
Ribbler biding his time, looking for the opening.
Gatsby is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Good control from Ribbler.
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gatsby for as long as he can get away with.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks. #T10#
Ribbler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Ribbler avoiding Gatsby 's attempts to control his hands.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Gatsby from escaping the position.
#T11#
Ribbler tries to keep control of the position but Gatsby is staying busy.
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Gatsby tries to break free.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Gatsby looks to control.
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.
I really don't envy Gatsby right now.
Gatsby trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Gatsby staying busy and making it hard for Ribbler to control. #T12#
Gatsby can't escape the position.
Gatsby wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free.
Ribbler has good solid back control here.
Gatsby trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Gatsby is in bad spot here.
Gatsby keeps trying to improve his position.#T13#
Gatsby trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Will Ribbler go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Gatsby tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Ribbler controls the action.
Gatsby trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Gatsby tries to escape the position.
Ribbler controls the action.#T14#
Gatsby wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Gatsby is trying to roll into a better position but Ribbler has get a rear naked choke and Gatsby is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
TWGC 32 (155lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Nov 04, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 7 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 20 losses; Matvey Pavlov!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Pavlov shoots in but Ribbler avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pavlov or perhaps it was just good defense by Ribbler, which made it look bad.
Pavlov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ribbler as he avoids it easily.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matvey Pavlov.
Pavlov dives in and grabs Ribbler's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ribbler pushes down on Pavlov's head and hops out.#TD2#
Pavlov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ribbler manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Pavlov
Pavlov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Pavlov
Pavlov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Pavlov is retaining full guard.
Pavlov working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Pavlov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pavlov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
Ribbler 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.
Pavlov is pulling down on Ribbler's head. It's preventing any offense from Ribbler, at least for the moment.#T2#
Ribbler trying to control but Pavlov is working from the bottom.
Ribbler is fighting to break Pavlov's control of his arms but Pavlov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Pavlov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pavlov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ribbler controls the pace.
Pavlov managing to control the position. #T3#
Pavlov looking for a sweep. Not yet Pavlov, not yet.
Pavlov wants to improve his position but instead Ribbler has moved into half guard.
Pavlov tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Pavlov controlling the position for now.
Pavlov is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Pavlov trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
Pavlov moves into full guard.
Pavlov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pavlov wants to sweep but no luck.
Pavlov seems keen to control Ribbler's posture.#T5#
Pavlov trying to control the position.
Ribbler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pavlov is adopting a defensive guard.
Pavlov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
Pavlov trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pavlov holds on and takes a little breather. #T6##SUB2#
Ribbler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pavlov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ribbler has managed to get both his arms back between Pavlov's legs - danger averted.
Pavlov controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Pavlov wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Pavlov is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
Still in half guard, Ribbler seems content to control.
Pavlov trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
#T7#
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard.
Pavlov is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Pavlov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ribbler content to control rather than advance.
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard.#T8#
Pavlov has a hand on Ribbler's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ribbler takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (2) Pavlov
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pavlov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pavlov reaches up to try and control the position but Ribbler seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Pavlov rolls and tries to escape and now Ribbler has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (8) vs (2) Pavlov
Ribbler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Pavlov tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Pavlov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ribbler.
Ribbler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Pavlov turns into Ribbler and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (8) vs (4) Pavlov
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pavlov controls the pace.
Ribbler pulls Pavlov in close to his closed guard and prevents Pavlov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T9#
Pavlov preventing the sweep.
Ribbler pulls Pavlov in close to his closed guard and prevents Pavlov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Pavlov won't allow Ribbler to sweep him here.
Ribbler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pavlov trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Pavlov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10#
Pavlov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Pavlov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler trying to keep a closed guard but Pavlov is proving a slippery customer.
Ribbler being controlled here, momentarily.
Pavlov tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard. #T11#
Pavlov 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.
Let's hope that Pavlov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
It looks like Pavlov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Pavlov stands and throws Ribbler's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (8) vs (7) Pavlov#T12#
Ribbler is not content to let Pavlov control the position.
Pavlov looking to control but instead Ribbler has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Pavlov is looking to take a break and control but Ribbler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pavlov wants to free his trapped foot but Ribbler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Pavlov moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (8) vs (10) Pavlov
Pavlov works to advance to full mount. Ribbler defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (8) vs (12) Pavlov#T13#
Pavlov wants to take his opponent's back but Ribbler doesn't allow it.
Pavlov can't control as he wanted to and Ribbler manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Pavlov wants to pass to mount but Ribbler is defending the position.
Still in half guard, Pavlov seems content to control.
Ribbler trying to hold on to Pavlov's head to control him but Pavlov postures up.
Pavlov prevents Ribbler from improving his position.#T14#
Pavlov controlling the action here.
Pavlov is looking to stall here but Ribbler recovers full guard.
Pavlov looking to pass the guard.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler trying to keep a closed guard but Pavlov is proving a slippery customer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavlov wins on points by 12 to 8.
A relieved looking Matvey Pavlov 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:
TWGC 32 (155lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Nov 03, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 14 losses; Antonio Brown ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 7 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ribbler has closed the distance and engaged Brown in a clinch.
#TD2#
Ribbler pulls guard effortlessly.
Ribbler controlling Brown 's posture.
Brown trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Brown works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working.
Ribbler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brown 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brown 's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brown (0) vs (4) Ribbler#T1#
Ribbler avoiding Brown 's attempts to control his hands.
Ribbler has good solid back control here.
Brown manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ribbler's guard. Nice work there by Brown .
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (4) Ribbler
Brown engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Our spies down at at Fenrir MMA inform us that Ribbler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Brown wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving. #T3#
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Brown tries to pass.
Brown controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ribbler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Brown manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (6) Ribbler#T4#
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Brown throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ribbler escapes and throws Brown 's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (2) vs (9) Ribbler
Brown tries to buck Ribbler off but Ribbler is having none of it.#T5#
Brown struggling a bit here.
Ribbler has control of an arm but Brown manages to advance to Ribbler's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brown (6) vs (9) Ribbler
Ribbler wants to control his opponent's hands but Brown gets his hands free.
Ribbler rolls, trying to escape but Brown keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Brown has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Brown wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.#T6#
Ribbler needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation. #SUB#
Brown is looking for the choke from the back position but Ribbler is controlling his hands well.
Will Brown go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ribbler trying to control the hands but Brown won't let him.
Ribbler breaks Brown 's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (6) vs (11) Ribbler#T7#
Ribbler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Brown is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown is controlling Ribbler's posture.#T8#
Brown continues to stall.
Brown is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
Brown being controlled here, momentarily.
Brown working a defensive guard but Ribbler passes into half guard.
#T9#
Brown is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Ribbler trying to mount his opponent but Brown defends it.
Ribbler moves into full mount! Brown won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (6) vs (14) Ribbler
Brown tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Brown is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rabid Dog , so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T10#
Brown is working hard here to advance position.
Brown tries to lock up and control but Ribbler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ribbler controlling the position easily from mount.
It looks like Ribbler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Brown is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T11#
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
Brown sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Brown is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Brown is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Ribbler has latched onto it... Big trouble! Ribbler pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Brown is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Ribbler!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ibbe Ribbler!
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
TWGC 32 (155lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 26, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 10 losses; Rolf Ottke! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 7 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, William Peck and Alec Ball.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Ottke fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ribbler to the ground. Ottke is now in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ottke (2) vs (0) Ribbler
Ottke pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ottke controls the pace.
Ottke pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Our spies down at at Fenrir MMA inform us that Ribbler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Ottke has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ottke is working hard here to advance position.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Ottke from controlling successfully. #T1#
Ribbler seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ottke wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler is pulling down on Ottke's head to control his posture. #T2#
Ottke wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Ribbler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ottke manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ottke (2) vs (2) Ribbler
Ribbler stays in close to Ottke's body and controls the position.
Ottke is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler preventing the sweep. #T3##SUB#
Ottke looking for a guillotine here but Ribbler defends easily.
#SUB#
Ottke looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ribbler postures up.
Ottke being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
It looks like Ribbler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Ottke looking for a sweep. Not yet Ottke, not yet.
Ribbler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ottke trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
#T5#
Ottke controlling the position.
Ottke wants to control but Ribbler passes easily into half guard.
Ottke tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Ottke trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler prevents Ottke from improving his position.#T6#
Ottke controlling the position for now.
Ottke is trying to get back to full guard.
Ottke wants to get back to full guard but Ribbler has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ottke (2) vs (5) Ribbler
Ottke is looking to reverse the position.#T7#
A lull in the action here.
Ottke is looking for a sweep.
Ottke manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ribbler's best efforts.
Ribbler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ottke is trying to get back to full guard.#T8#
Ribbler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ottke tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Ottke trying to control here.
Ottke is pressing down on Ribbler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T9##SUB#
Ottke working for submissions but it's allowed Ribbler to get to half guard.
Ribbler prevents Ottke from improving his position.
Ottke is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Ribbler is taking a breather. Ottke 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.#T10#
Ottke is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Ribbler seems content to control.
Ottke wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ottke tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg. #T11#
Ribbler is controlling the pace.
Ottke is pressing down on Ribbler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Ottke is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ribbler content to stall in guard here. #T12#
Ottke is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ribbler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ottke is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Ottke escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ribbler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T13#
Ribbler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ottke wants to improve his position but instead Ribbler has moved into half guard.
#T14#
Ribbler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ottke is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ottke desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Ottke is looking to get back to full guard here but Ribbler has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Ottke (2) vs (8) Ribbler
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 8 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 127: Ty vs Ribbler
Date: Oct 04, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 7 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 2 losses; Claudio Ty!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ribbler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ty to the mat! Ty manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Ty
Ty controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Ty is retaining full guard.
Ribbler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ty wants to control but Ribbler passes easily into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ty trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
#T1#
Ribbler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ty is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ty is refusing to be controlled, as Ribbler sits in half guard.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but Ty defending well.
Ty is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Ty is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Ribbler jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Ty
Ribbler wants to take a breather but Ty manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Ribbler.
Ty being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Ty working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Ty is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
Ty looking for a sweep. Not yet Ty, not yet.
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Ty keeps moving.
Ribbler won't allow Ty to sweep him here. #T4##SUB2#
Ty looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ribbler passes into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ty is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Ty wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
#T5#
Ty works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Ty looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ribbler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ribbler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ty has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (8) vs (0) Ty
Ty is trying to escape the position but Ribbler is controlling the position. #T6#
Ty is looking for a sweep.
Ty manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ty works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Ty.
Ribbler stands and throws Ty's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (11) vs (0) Ty
Ty is looking for a sweep.#T7#
Ribbler trying to control the action but Ty is working from the bottom.
Ty is trying to get back to half guard.
Ty wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ty is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ribbler is staying active.#T8#
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ty keeps working.
Ty tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Ribbler easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (13) vs (0) Ty
Ribbler looking to control but Ty is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ty keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Ty wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Ty manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ty has a hand on Ribbler's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ribbler takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (16) vs (0) Ty
Ty tries to improve his position but instead Ribbler has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (19) vs (0) Ty
Ribbler has the hooks in. Ty is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
I would not like to be Ty right now.
#T10#
Ty looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ribbler.
Ty trying to control but not successfully.
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Ty manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (19) vs (2) Ty
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Ty from controlling successfully.
Ty looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (21) vs (2) Ty#T11#
Ribbler won't allow Ty to sweep him here.
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ty looking for a sweep. Not yet Ty, not yet. #T12#
Ribbler trying to control but Ty is working from the bottom.
Ty looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ribbler trying to control from half guard but Ty is working away.
Ty tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg. #T13#
Ty is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Ty looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ty won't allow Ribbler to pass to mount. #T14#
Ty is trying to control but Ribbler manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (24) vs (2) Ty
Ty is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ty is trying to reverse the position but instead Ribbler has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (27) vs (2) Ty
Ty is trying to break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ty is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 27 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler is the new welterweight champion!
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CACC 122: Average vs Jiurgite
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Rodrizinho Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 7 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Dillan Fox and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Chai stuffs the takedown.
Chai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rodrizinho Chai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Chai darts in and clinches Ribbler up against the ropes.#TD2#
Ribbler lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (0) vs (2) Ribbler
Chai pulls Ribbler in close to his closed guard and prevents Ribbler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Chai looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chai is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Chai looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Ribbler prevents Chai from improving his position.
Chai trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Chai wants to get back to full guard but Ribbler has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (0) vs (5) Ribbler#T2#
Chai is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai is squirming around, avoiding Ribbler's attempts to control the action.
Chai is trying desperately to improve position.
Chai is working hard here to advance position.
Chai is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ribbler takes Chai's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Chai is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Chai (0) vs (8) Ribbler
Ribbler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T3#
Chai tries to break free.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Chai trying to control the hands but Ribbler won't let him.
Ribbler tries to get the hooks in deep but Chai pushed the leg off.
Chai tries to escape the position.
Chai staying busy and making it hard for Ribbler to control. #T4#
Chai is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ribbler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Chai just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ribbler struggling to keep hold of the position.
Chai can't escape the position.
Chai trying to control the hands but Ribbler breaks the grip.
Chai is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T5#
Chai trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ribbler keeps control of the position easily here as Chai tries to buck him off.
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Chai tries to break free.
Our spies down at at Fenrir MMA inform us that Ribbler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Chai turns into Ribbler and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (8) Ribbler
Chai looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (10) Ribbler#T6#
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ribbler postures up.
Chai is really struggling to control Ribbler but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T7#
Ribbler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chai controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Chai has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (13) Ribbler
Ribbler working away.
Ribbler slows the pace down.
Chai gets back to half guard.#T8#
Chai is controlling Ribbler's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chai trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Chai slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T9#
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Chai is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
Chai is trying to control but can't.
Chai makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chai.
Ribbler won't allow Chai to sweep him here.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10#
Chai wants to sweep but no luck.
Chai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Ribbler trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai wants to improve his position but instead Ribbler has moved into half guard.
Chai wants to control but Ribbler passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (16) Ribbler
Chai looks to move to half guard but instead Ribbler has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (2) vs (18) Ribbler#T11#
Chai keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chai wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Chai is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ribbler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Chai can't escape the position.
#T12#
Ribbler wants to take Chai's back but he can't do it this time.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Chai is just holding on here. Ribbler manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Chai (2) vs (21) Ribbler
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.
#T13#
Ribbler is looking to control Chai but Chai is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Chai tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Chai wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Chai (2) vs (24) Ribbler
Ribbler is hanging on to Chai's back as he tries to escape.
#T14#
Will Ribbler go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ribbler is not going to allow Chai to sit and survive in this position.
Ribbler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Chai.
Ribbler is hanging on to Chai's back as he tries to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler is looking to control Chai but Chai is wriggling around and keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 24 to 2.
Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 31 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 04, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Fredrik Stenberg! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 6 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Richard Clark and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Stenberg changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ribbler looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Stenberg (4) vs (0) Ribbler
Stenberg working away.#SUB#
Stenberg wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ribbler, who protects the arm well.
Stenberg trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Ribbler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Stenberg controlling the position from side mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler is holding Stenberg down, trying to stall.
You can see the frustration on Ribbler's face as Stenberg controls the position. #T1#
Stenberg wants to control for a moment but Ribbler uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Well, if Stenberg 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.
Ribbler keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenberg with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Stenberg tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribbler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Stenberg performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Stenberg has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Stenberg trying to control from half guard but Ribbler is working away.
Ribbler trying to control from the bottom.
Stenberg wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is defending well.
Stenberg is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ribbler won't allow Stenberg to pass to mount. #T3#
Stenberg controlling the action here.
Ribbler is refusing to be controlled, as Stenberg sits in half guard.
Ribbler won't allow Stenberg to pass to mount.
Stenberg controlling the pace.
Stenberg tries to pass to full mount but Ribbler defends it.
Ribbler 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.
Stenberg is trying to control the action in half guard but Ribbler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Stenberg working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ribbler's thigh. Ribbler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Stenberg wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Stenberg definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stenberg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Stenberg sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ribbler is trying to control the position but Stenberg postures up.
Stenberg stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Stenberg 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.
Stenberg wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Stenberg content to stall in guard here.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Stenberg from controlling successfully.
Stenberg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Stenberg trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stenberg is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stenberg (4) vs (4) Ribbler#T6#
Ribbler controlling his opponent.
Stenberg is looking to get to half guard.
Stenberg is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Stenberg reaches up and holds on to Ribbler to control the position.
Stenberg tries to reverse the position but Ribbler maintains control.
Ribbler trying to control but Stenberg is having none of it.
Stenberg is working to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Ribbler trying to control but Stenberg is having none of it.
Ribbler prevents Stenberg from getting the reversal.
Stenberg tries to improve his position but instead Ribbler has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Stenberg (4) vs (7) Ribbler
Stenberg is really stuck here.
Stenberg trying to control the hands but Ribbler won't let him. #T8#
Ribbler is trying to stick to Stenberg's back but Stenberg is turning into Ribbler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ribbler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Stenberg. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stenberg (6) vs (7) Ribbler
Ribbler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Stenberg sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ribbler's guard.
Ribbler is refusing to be controlled, as Stenberg sits in half guard. #SUB#
Stenberg seems to be working for a kimura but Ribbler defends the submission attempt.
Stenberg is looking to advance position but Ribbler won't allow it. #T9##SUB#
Stenberg 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.
Stenberg working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ribbler's thigh. Ribbler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Stenberg advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Stenberg (9) vs (7) Ribbler
Stenberg laying and praying for a moment but Ribbler takes advantage and regains half guard.
Stenberg is taking a breather. Ribbler 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.#T10#
Stenberg trying to pass the guard but Ribbler defending well. #SUB#
Stenberg is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ribbler defends it well.
Stenberg controlling the action here.
Ribbler wants to control but Stenberg is keeping busy.
#T11#
Ribbler is staying active underneath Stenberg, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Stenberg in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Stenberg looking for a submission but Ribbler manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Stenberg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Stenberg trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #T12#
Stenberg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Stenberg showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Stenberg tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Stenberg sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ribbler's guard.
Ribbler controlling the position well.
Stenberg is trying to control. Ribbler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ribbler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Stenberg is working away from the top position though.#T13#
Ribbler is refusing to be controlled, as Stenberg sits in half guard.
Stenberg performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Stenberg is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ribbler defends it well.
Ribbler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Stenberg is working away from the top position though.
Stenberg wants to take a breather but Ribbler is having none of it.
Stenberg performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Stenberg is looking for a kimura but Ribbler is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Stenberg to get the leverage. #T14#
Stenberg is trying to control. Ribbler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Stenberg is looking to advance position but Ribbler won't allow it.
Stenberg working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ribbler's thigh. Ribbler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Ribbler is trying to keep Stenberg in close.
Stenberg looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stenberg controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Stenberg takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
Fredrik Stenberg was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
CACC BLUE BELT BLUES CARD
Date: Aug 03, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 6 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jesus Sanchez!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Sanchez bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (0) vs (4) Sanchez
Sanchez trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Ribbler's coaches at Fenrir MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Sanchez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sanchez advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (0) vs (6) Sanchez
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanchez is stalling here but it's allowed Ribbler to get half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Sanchez is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ribbler has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Sanchez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribbler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sanchez is taking a breather. Ribbler 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.
Sanchez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribbler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Sanchez looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Sanchez is looking for a kimura but Ribbler is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sanchez to get the leverage. #T2#
Sanchez works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (9) Sanchez
Ribbler is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sanchez off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (9) Sanchez
Ribbler has the hooks in. Sanchez is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sanchez holding on to Ribbler's left wrist, preventing the choke.
Sanchez tries to break free.
Sanchez rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T3#
Ribbler prevents Sanchez from improving his position.#SUB2#
Sanchez has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ribbler escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (9) Sanchez
Ribbler happy to just control the position for now.
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sanchez for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
Sanchez is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Ribbler is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (9) vs (9) Sanchez
Ribbler controlling from the full mount.
Sanchez is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.#T5#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sanchez wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (12) vs (9) Sanchez
Sanchez staying busy and making it hard for Ribbler to control.
Sanchez tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Sanchez wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free. #T6#
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.
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.
Sanchez trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
You can see the frustration on Sanchez's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
We've been informed that Sanchez has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Sanchez is still trying to improve position.
Sanchez trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Ribbler is looking to control Sanchez but Sanchez is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T7#
Ribbler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sanchez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ribbler is not going to allow Sanchez to sit and survive in this position.
Sanchez tries to break free.
#T8#
Ribbler biding his time, controlling Sanchez.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Sanchez from escaping the position.
Sanchez looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ribbler.
#T9#
Sanchez is trying to break free.
Sanchez trying to control the hands but Ribbler breaks the grip.
I really don't envy Sanchez right now.
#T10#
Sanchez trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
I really don't envy Sanchez right now.
Ribbler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Sanchez's body.
Sanchez rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Sanchez is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T11#
Ribbler is controlling the pace.
#T12#
Ribbler trying to mount his opponent but Sanchez defends it.
Sanchez wants to control but Ribbler passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (15) vs (9) Sanchez
Sanchez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sanchez is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Sanchez sneaks back into half guard.#T13#
Sanchez wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Ribbler controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Sanchez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ribbler is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T14#
Sanchez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ribbler is working away from the top position though.
Ribbler controlling the pace.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Sanchez is working from the bottom.
Sanchez wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 15 to 9.
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CACC 106
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 5 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Donald Trump!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Alec Ball and Yves DeLean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Trump tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ribbler swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Trump shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Trump#SUB2#
Trump 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.
Trump is thwarting Ribbler's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Trump is working for a kimura but Ribbler is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1##SUB2#
Trump is working for a kimura here but Ribbler manages to reverse the position and he's now in Trump's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Trump
Trump wants to control the position but Ribbler says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Trump wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Trump moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Trump 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.
Trump is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB2#
Trump working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Trump has his foot on Ribbler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ribbler works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Trump looking to control.
Our spies down at at Power Shark Gym inform us that Trump has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Trump tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Ribbler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trump 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.#T3##SUB2#
Trump has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ribbler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ribbler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Trump is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Trump throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ribbler escapes and throws Trump's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (2) Trump
Ribbler tries to advance to mount but Trump denies him. #T4#
Ribbler working away.
Trump looks to move to half guard but instead Ribbler has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (7) vs (2) Trump
Ribbler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Trump really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ribbler wants to take Trump's back here but Trump is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Trump is trying to escape the mount.
#T5#
Trump manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Trump tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ribbler has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (10) vs (2) Trump
Trump looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (13) vs (2) Trump
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Trump tries to break free.
Trump is still trying to improve position.#T6##SUB#
Ribbler is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Trump has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Ribbler is riding his opponent, not letting Trump buck him off.
Trump tries to break free.
Trump trying to control the hands but Ribbler won't let him. #T7#
Trump tries to escape the position.
Trump trying to control but not successfully.
Trump tries to escape the position.
Trump manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ribbler's guard. Nice work there by Trump.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (13) vs (4) Trump
Trump trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #T8#
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Trump tries to pass.
Trump trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Trump drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Trump as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Ribbler screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Trump! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Donald Trump!
Donald Trump is the new welterweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Donald Trump thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 102
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 5 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Ramon Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Ian Loll and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Gracie feints and as Ribbler raises his hands in defense, Gracie changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass.
Gracie trying to move into half guard but instead Ribbler has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Gracie
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie wants to sweep but no luck.
Gracie looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ribbler passes into half guard.
#T1#
Ribbler is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Gracie trying to get back to full guard but Ribbler takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie is looking to get to half guard.#T2#
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Gracie tries to lock up and control but Ribbler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gracie is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Ribbler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T3#
Gracie slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Gracie trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ribbler pulls his head out easily.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gracie is trying to hold Ribbler in close to prevent damage but Ribbler has managed to pass into half guard.
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
#T5#
Ribbler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gracie trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
Gracie desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Gracie is pressing down on Ribbler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass. #T6#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gracie is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (5) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Gracie looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (7) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ribbler passes Gracie's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T7#
Gracie wants to get back to full guard but Ribbler has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (10) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie can't escape the position.
Ribbler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gracie is looking to escape.
Gracie is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Ribbler looking to control but Gracie is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie tries to reverse the position but Ribbler maintains control.#T8#
Gracie is squirming around, avoiding Ribbler's attempts to control the action.
Ribbler prevents Gracie from getting the reversal.
Ribbler looking to control but Gracie is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Gracie is trying desperately to improve position.#T9#
Gracie tries to improve his position but instead Ribbler has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (13) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie tries to escape the position.
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Gracie manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (13) vs (6) Gracie
Ribbler trying to control the position.
Gracie not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ribbler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10#
Gracie wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass.
Gracie passes Ribbler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ribbler trying to control but Gracie postures up.
Gracie working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ribbler's thigh. Ribbler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #T11#
My spies in Wing Chun Dragon Arts🔥 🔥 🔥 inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ribbler 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.
Ribbler trying to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gracie pushing down on Ribbler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ribbler is looking to improve his position.
#T12#
Gracie is trying to control the action in half guard but Ribbler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gracie is just content to waste time from the top position. Ribbler takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #T13#
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler being controlled here, momentarily.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Ribbler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T14#
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Ribbler wants to sweep but no luck.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 13 to 6.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CACC 98
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 5 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 10 losses; George Arias!
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Arias shoots for a takedown but Ribbler saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD2#
Arias changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ribbler looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (0) vs (4) Arias
Ribbler stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Ribbler stops Arias from passing to mount.
Arias laying and praying for a moment but Ribbler takes advantage and regains half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Arias is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ribbler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Arias wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is defending well.
Arias trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Arias working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ribbler's thigh. Ribbler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Ribbler is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Arias wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Arias is still trying to improve position.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Arias from controlling successfully.
Arias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arias wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Arias looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler managing to control the position. #T3#
Arias trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Arias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arias passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Arias seems to be working for a kimura but Ribbler defends the submission attempt.
Ribbler is looking to control Arias's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribbler avoid being mounted?
Arias working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ribbler's thigh. Ribbler counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T4#
Ribbler seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Arias pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Arias from controlling successfully.
Arias trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (4) Arias#SUB2#
Arias is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T5#
Ribbler stays in close to Arias's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Arias has his foot on Ribbler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ribbler works his way back into a safe position though.
Arias wants to sweep but no luck.
Arias working a defensive guard but Ribbler passes into half guard.
Arias is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ribbler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Arias knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Arias actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Ribbler 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.
#T6#
Arias trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler prevents Arias from improving his position.
Arias is trying to control but Ribbler passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (4) Arias
Arias is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7#
Arias manages to get back to half guard.
Arias is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Arias is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Arias is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Arias is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ribbler is keen to just control but Arias is a slippery customer.
Arias manages to get to full guard.
#T8#
Arias working a defensive guard but Ribbler manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (8) vs (4) Arias
Arias has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Arias is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T9#
Ribbler tries to advance to mount but can't.
Arias is looking to reverse the position.
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Arias keeps working.
Ribbler wants to take a breather but Arias manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Ribbler.
Ribbler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T10#
Ribbler postures up.
Arias lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (8) vs (6) Arias
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Arias from controlling successfully.
Arias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Arias is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (12) vs (6) Arias
Arias is trying to escape the mount.
#T11#
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Arias to control.
Arias really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Arias to control.
Arias working to try and regain half guard.
Arias sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Arias wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
#T12#
Arias has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ribbler is working away from the top position though.
Ribbler is keen to just control but Arias is a slippery customer.
Arias slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Arias working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Arias.
Ribbler is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Arias.#T13#
Arias keeps trying to improve his position.
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Arias is retaining full guard.
Arias bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (12) vs (8) Arias
Arias trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Arias is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Arias pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Arias pushing down on Ribbler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Arias looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arias wants to control but Ribbler is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 12 to 8.
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CACC 93 CORONA 1ST RD
Date: May 23, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1447 p4p, 30 weight class) and Jesus St Pierre (ranked 2658 p4p, 62 weight class). Ribbler kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Bad Religion - Infected. 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 super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 4 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 4 losses; Jesus St Pierre!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Gwen Towbar and Wesley Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ribbler closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. St Pierre quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) St Pierre
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
St Pierre is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Ribbler seems content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler is thwarting St Pierre's attempts to control the position.
St Pierre wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Ribbler sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
St Pierre wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
St Pierre gets full guard.
St Pierre looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
St Pierre wants to control the position but Ribbler says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
St Pierre tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
St Pierre is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Ribbler is tapping! Great win for St Pierre!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jesus St Pierre!
An out of breath and clearly excited Jesus St Pierre thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
CACC 90 CORONA CARD
Date: May 16, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Philo Beddo (ranked 6358 p4p, 121 weight class) and Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1422 p4p, 33 weight class). Beddo comes to the ring accompanied by https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeNtSPnvxWU&list=PL1CE5A4327AF04267&index=4. Ribbler has chosen Bad Religion - Infected as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Philo Beddo is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Philo Beddo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 4 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Beddo moves in looking to clinch but Ribbler pushes him off.
Ribbler drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Beddo defends it well.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Beddo (0) vs (2) Ribbler
Beddo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
Beddo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Beddo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Beddo'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.
Beddo working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beddo wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Beddo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Beddo wants to sweep but no luck.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Beddo keeps moving.
Beddo controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Beddo keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Beddo trying to control the position.
Beddo seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Beddo is really struggling to control Ribbler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
Beddo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Beddo wants to sweep but no luck.
Beddo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ribbler won't allow Beddo to sweep him here.
Beddo working for a triangle but Ribbler defends it easily.
Beddo keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Beddo has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Beddo (0) vs (5) Ribbler
Beddo tries to control but Ribbler manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Beddo (0) vs (8) Ribbler
Ribbler doesn't have the hooks in and Beddo manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Beddo (2) vs (8) Ribbler
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Beddo from controlling successfully.
Beddo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler pulls Beddo in close to prevent any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Beddo trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Beddo looking to pass the guard.
Beddo trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beddo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is controlling Beddo's posture.
Beddo tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Beddo looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Beddo (2) vs (10) Ribbler
Beddo trying to control the position.
Beddo is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ribbler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ribbler stays in close to Beddo's body and controls the position.
Beddo looking for a sweep. Not yet Beddo, not yet.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Beddo.
Beddo controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Beddo pulls Ribbler in close to his closed guard and prevents Ribbler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Beddo 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.
Ribbler trying to control but Beddo is working from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Beddo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Beddo wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Ribbler is looking to advance position but Beddo won't allow it.
Beddo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Ribbler 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.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is trying to control. Beddo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Beddo trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Beddo is looking to improve his position.
Beddo is working hard here to advance position.
Beddo is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Beddo has a hand on Ribbler's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ribbler takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Beddo (2) vs (13) Ribbler
Beddo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler trying to control but Beddo is having none of it.
Beddo regains half guard.
Beddo wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Beddo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ribbler is working away from the top position though.
Beddo is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler moves into full mount! Beddo won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Beddo (2) vs (16) Ribbler
Beddo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Beddo gets back to half guard.
Beddo is trying to control but Ribbler passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Beddo (2) vs (19) Ribbler
Beddo is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Beddo is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
You can see the frustration on Beddo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Beddo tries to improve position but can't.
Beddo can't do much from the bottom here.
Beddo tries to bench press Ribbler off him but Ribbler keeps the position.
Beddo is trying to work for a sweep but Ribbler has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Beddo (2) vs (21) Ribbler
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Beddo to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Beddo (2) vs (24) Ribbler
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Beddo just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Beddo is keeping busy.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Beddo looks to control.
Ribbler is looking to control Beddo but Beddo is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Beddo tries to escape the position.
I would not like to be Beddo right now.
Ribbler has the hooks in. Beddo is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Well,Beddo is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Ribbler trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Beddo's body.
Ribbler not allowing Beddo to control his hands.
Beddo tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Beddo trying to control the hands but Ribbler won't let him.
Beddo tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Beddo trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Beddo is holding onto Ribbler's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Beddo from escaping the position.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Beddo looks to control.
Beddo turns into Ribbler and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Beddo (4) vs (24) Ribbler
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler is trying to control the position but Beddo postures up.
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Beddo advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Beddo (7) vs (24) Ribbler
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 24 to 7.
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
CACC 86 CORONA CARD
Date: May 09, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1398 p4p, 34 weight class) and Matvey Pavlov (ranked 1610 p4p, 39 weight class). Ribbler kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Bad Religion - Infected. Pavlov has chosen Prokofiev - Dance of the Knights as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 4 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 15 losses; Matvey Pavlov!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ribbler decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Pavlov
Ribbler wants to free his trapped foot but Pavlov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Pavlov tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Ribbler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pavlov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pavlov is positioning himself well to prevent Ribbler advancing to mount.
Pavlov tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov is trying is best to control the position here.
Pavlov is trying to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pavlov wants to control but Ribbler passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Pavlov
Pavlov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Pavlov 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.
Ribbler working away.
Pavlov sneaks back into half guard.
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov keeps trying to improve his position.
Ribbler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Pavlov keeping control of the position.
Pavlov wants to control but Ribbler passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (8) vs (0) Pavlov
Pavlov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov looking for a sweep but Ribbler has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (10) vs (0) Pavlov
Pavlov is trying to escape the mount.
Ribbler controlling his opponent.
Ribbler prevents Pavlov from getting the reversal.
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Pavlov to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (13) vs (0) Pavlov
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Ribbler wants to control but Pavlov is keeping busy.
Pavlov just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ribbler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Pavlov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pavlov breaks Ribbler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (13) vs (2) Pavlov
Pavlov wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Pavlov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pavlov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ribbler looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribbler, not yet.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler working a defensive guard here.
Ribbler is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ribbler is working hard here to advance position.
Pavlov trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Pavlov looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (15) vs (2) Pavlov
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pavlov wants to sweep but no luck.
Pavlov trying to control the position.
Pavlov has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
Pavlov is continuing to stall.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Pavlov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler postures up.
Pavlov pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
Pavlov working a defensive guard here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pavlov wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Pavlov working a defensive guard here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Pavlov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pavlov has Ribbler pulled in close to control his posture.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Pavlov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pavlov is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
Pavlov manages to get to full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ribbler won't allow Pavlov to sweep him here.
Pavlov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pavlov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pavlov is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Pavlov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (18) vs (2) Pavlov
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Pavlov is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Ribbler wants to take a breather but Pavlov is having none of it.
Pavlov wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ribbler controlling the action here.
Pavlov wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ribbler has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (21) vs (2) Pavlov
Pavlov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Pavlov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Pavlov is trying to control but can't.
Pavlov is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ribbler is staying active.
Pavlov wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ribbler prevents Pavlov from improving his position.
Ribbler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Pavlov is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Pavlov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is looking to improve his position.
Pavlov trying to control here.
Ribbler 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!
Pavlov wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 21 to 2.
An out of breath Ibbe Ribbler thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CACC 83 CORONA CARD
Date: May 02, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Felipe Feltre (ranked 1068 p4p, 28 weight class) and Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1370 p4p, 34 weight class). Feltre's entrance music is Someday Never Comes. A fine choice. The crowd seem to be enjoying Ribbler's choice of entrance music: Bad Religion - Infected. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Felipe Feltre! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ribbler has closed the distance and engaged Feltre in a clinch.
Feltre jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ribbler walks away with a smile on his face. Feltre gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Feltre shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Feltre (2) vs (0) Ribbler
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.
Feltre is thwarting Ribbler's attempts to control the position.
Ribbler gets full guard.
Feltre trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Feltre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Our spies down at at Fenrir MMA inform us that Ribbler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Feltre slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Feltre (5) vs (0) Ribbler
Feltre trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Feltre goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ribbler rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Feltre's guard! Nice work there by Ribbler! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Feltre (5) vs (2) Ribbler
Feltre looking for a guillotine here but Ribbler defends easily.
Feltre seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Feltre is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Feltre working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ribbler has passed into half guard!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler prevents Feltre from improving his position.
Feltre looking for submissions off his back.
Feltre is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Feltre wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
Feltre is refusing to be controlled, as Ribbler sits in half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Feltre looking for submissions off his back.
Ribbler is thwarting Feltre's attempts to control the position.
Feltre is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ribbler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Feltre looking for submissions off his back.
Ribbler prevents Feltre from improving his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Feltre slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Feltre looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ribbler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Feltre (5) vs (5) Ribbler
Feltre is trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler controls the position from side control.
Feltre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Feltre struggling a bit here.
Feltre is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ribbler is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Feltre can't do much from the bottom here.
Feltre trying to control but Ribbler flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Feltre (5) vs (8) Ribbler
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Feltre trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Feltre is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ribbler trying to control.
Feltre looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Ribbler struggling to keep hold of the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Feltre tries to break free.
Feltre trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Feltre tries to escape the position.
Feltre just trying to survive but Ribbler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Feltre looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ribbler.
Ribbler has the hooks in. Feltre is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Feltre.
Feltre trying to control the hands but Ribbler breaks the grip.
Feltre is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Feltre is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Ribbler has the hooks in. Feltre is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Feltre looks to control.
I really don't envy Feltre right now.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Feltre looks to control.
Feltre manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ribbler's guard. Nice work there by Feltre.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Feltre (7) vs (8) Ribbler
Feltre trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Feltre tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Ribbler looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribbler, not yet.
Ribbler has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Feltre trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Feltre is fighting to break Ribbler's control of his arms but Ribbler is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ribbler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Feltre from controlling successfully.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Feltre tries to pass.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Feltre trying to move into half guard but instead Ribbler has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Feltre (7) vs (10) Ribbler
Feltre looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Feltre keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Feltre is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Feltre seems keen to control Ribbler's posture.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Feltre trying to control the position.
Feltre throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ribbler escapes and throws Feltre's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Feltre (7) vs (13) Ribbler
Feltre is looking for a sweep.
Feltre being controlled for a moment.
Feltre tries to bench press Ribbler off him but Ribbler keeps the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Feltre wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Feltre is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
A control attempt from Feltre but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Feltre (7) vs (15) Ribbler
Feltre tries to reverse the position but Ribbler maintains control.
Feltre is working hard here to advance position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
Feltre is working to get back to half guard.
Feltre tries to lock up and control but Ribbler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Feltre is trying to escape the mount.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Feltre to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Feltre regains half guard.
Feltre looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 15 to 7.
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
TWGC 29 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Apr 26, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
MacGowan closes the distance and clinches.
Ribbler is trying to drag MacGowan to the mat but MacGowan just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ribbler gets underhooks to prevent MacGowan's takedown attempt.
MacGowan jumps guard but Ribbler turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Ribbler has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics MacGowan uses from the top position.
MacGowan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
MacGowan sitting in guard here, content to control.
MacGowan looking to pass the guard.
MacGowan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ribbler is controlling MacGowan's posture.
MacGowan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
MacGowan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
MacGowan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
MacGowan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacGowan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
MacGowan looking to pass the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
MacGowan looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (0) vs (2) Ribbler
MacGowan trying to control the position here.
Ribbler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
MacGowan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
MacGowan is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
MacGowan trying to control here.
Ribbler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ribbler wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacGowan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
MacGowan keeps control of the position for the meantime.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard.
MacGowan trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
MacGowan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
MacGowan looking for a sweep. Not yet MacGowan, not yet.
MacGowan trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
MacGowan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (2) Ribbler
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
MacGowan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
MacGowan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
MacGowan seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ribbler for as long as he can get away with.
MacGowan trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
MacGowan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ribbler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
MacGowan looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler 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.
Ribbler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
MacGowan sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacGowan is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (5) vs (2) Ribbler
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is working to get back to half guard.
Ribbler 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.
MacGowan controlling his opponent.
MacGowan has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
MacGowan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
MacGowan wants to take Ribbler's back here but Ribbler is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
MacGowan controlling the pace for now.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is desperately trying to improve his position but MacGowan has a good base and remains in mount.
Ribbler wants to control but MacGowan is having none of it.
MacGowan controlling the pace for now.
MacGowan avoids the attempt from Ribbler to control.
MacGowan wants to take his opponent's back but Ribbler doesn't allow it.
MacGowan is working hard here to advance position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler gets back to half guard.
MacGowan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
MacGowan frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (8) vs (2) Ribbler
MacGowan tries to control but Ribbler wriggling away.
MacGowan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
MacGowan wants to take Ribbler's back here but Ribbler is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
MacGowan takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
MacGowan wants to take his opponent's back but Ribbler doesn't allow it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
MacGowan trying to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
MacGowan takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
MacGowan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ribbler is looking to escape.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is trying to escape the mount.
MacGowan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
MacGowan trying to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Ribbler stops MacGowan from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
MacGowan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
MacGowan content just to control the position here.
MacGowan'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.
This is a sustained period of stalling by MacGowan.
MacGowan pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
MacGowan looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ribbler is squirming around, avoiding MacGowan's attempts to control the action.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
MacGowan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ribbler is squirming around, avoiding MacGowan's attempts to control the action.
MacGowan wants to take Ribbler's back but he can't do it this time.
MacGowan controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler tries to hold on but MacGowan pushes him away.
Ribbler is squirming around, avoiding MacGowan's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
MacGowan takes the fight on points by 8 to 2. |
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Event:
TWGC 29 (170lbs, D1): Hilo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 18, 2020 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joe Bone (ranked 1766 p4p, 224 weight class) and Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1339 p4p, 35 weight class). Bone's entrance music is You'll Never Walk Alone. A fine choice. Ribbler has chosen Bad Religion - Infected as his entrance music. Ibbe Ribbler acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 8 losses; Joe Bone! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Jeff Smith and Paul Gruel.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bone drives through with a takedown into Ribbler's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bone (2) vs (0) Ribbler
Bone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bone being controlled here momentarily.
Bone is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bone is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bone (2) vs (4) Ribbler
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bone is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
Ribbler is trying to take his opponent's back.
Ribbler prevents Bone from getting the reversal.
Bone is working hard here to advance position.
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bone can't escape the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Bone is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bone gets back to half guard.
Ribbler moves into full mount! Bone won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Bone (2) vs (7) Ribbler
Bone is trying desperately to improve position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bone is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
Bone bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bone (4) vs (7) Ribbler
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Bone from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bone works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Bone controlling the action here.
Bone is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Bone (7) vs (7) Ribbler
Bone trying to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Bone wants to take Ribbler's back here but Ribbler is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Ribbler has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bone tries to control but Ribbler wriggling away.
Ribbler sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Ribbler keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Bone is looking to take a break and control but Ribbler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler tries to roll over but Bone keeps him under control.
Ribbler is not content to let Bone control the position.
Ribbler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bone is working away from the top position though.
Ribbler is not content to let Bone control the position.
Bone is looking to advance position but Ribbler won't allow it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bone is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Bone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler 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.
Bone sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bone trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler pulls Bone in close to his closed guard and prevents Bone from doing any damage or advancing position.
Bone trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bone looking to pass the guard.
Bone wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Bone is really struggling to control Ribbler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bone trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Bone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bone is fighting to break Ribbler's control of his arms but Ribbler is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bone controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bone content to stall in guard here.
Bone stopping the sweep attempt from Ribbler.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bone slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Bone (10) vs (7) Ribbler
Bone has control of an arm but Ribbler manages to advance to Bone's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bone (10) vs (11) Ribbler
Bone tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
Ribbler is looking to control Bone but Bone is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Bone tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bone trying to control the action but Ribbler just sinks the hooks in.
Bone is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Bone is in bad spot here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
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.
Bone is trying to break free.
Bone rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Bone wants to sweep but Ribbler has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bone (10) vs (14) Ribbler
Bone tries to buck Ribbler off but Ribbler is having none of it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler slows the pace down.
Bone can't do much from the bottom here.
Bone is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Bone with the active half guard here but Ribbler passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bone (10) vs (17) Ribbler
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bone is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Ribbler is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bone (10) vs (19) Ribbler
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 19 to 10.
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
TWGC 29 (170lbs, D1): Hilo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 17, 2020 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1310 p4p, 35 weight class) and Mike Charles (ranked 1543 p4p, 178 weight class). Ribbler kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Bad Religion - Infected. Charles has chosen Renegades Of Funk - Rage Against The Machine as his entrance music. Ibbe Ribbler is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Mike Charles!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Josh West and Chris Saunders.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Charles fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ribbler feinted with a counter takedown.
Ribbler has managed to clinch.
Ribbler is trying to drag Charles to the mat but Charles just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Charles drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ribbler prevents the takedown attempt.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Charles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Charles decides to pull guard.
Charles tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Ribbler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Charles swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Charles is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ribbler won't allow Charles to sweep him here.
Ribbler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ribbler is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Fenrir MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Charles.
Ribbler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Charles trying to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Charles is keeping the position.
Charles wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Charles is keeping the position for now.
Charles controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
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.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Charles bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Charles
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Charles wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
Charles looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Charles
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Ribbler 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.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Charles holds on and takes a little breather.
Charles working a defensive guard here.
Ribbler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Charles is keeping the position.
Charles is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Charles working a defensive guard but Ribbler manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (2) Charles
Charles 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.
Charles is looking for a sweep.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler taking a breather here.
Charles wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler is staying tight to Charles's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Charles manages to get back to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Charles trying to control here.
Ribbler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Charles for as long as he can get away with.
Charles has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ribbler is working away from the top position though.
Charles wants to control but Ribbler passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (8) vs (2) Charles
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Charles tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ribbler advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (10) vs (2) Charles
Charles is in all sorts of trouble here.
Charles is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Charles is still trying to improve position.
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Charles can't escape the position.
Ribbler moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (13) vs (2) Charles
Ribbler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Charles.
Ribbler is looking for the choke from the back position but Charles is controlling his hands well.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Charles tries to escape but Ribbler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ribbler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Charles's body.
You can see the frustration on Charles's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler 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.
Ribbler is not going to allow Charles to sit and survive in this position.
Ribbler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Charles right now.
Ribbler working for a choke but Charles is defending well.
Charles can't escape the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Charles is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ribbler.
Charles trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Charles's body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Ibbe Ribbler thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 73
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1306 p4p, 174 weight class) and Vulcahn Dravezesdi (ranked 1619 p4p, 208 weight class). Ribbler comes to the ring accompanied by Bad Religion - Infected. Dravezesdi has chosen Nobody's Fool as his entrance music. 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 9 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dravezesdi misses with a takedown
and Ribbler counters with a takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Dravezesdi
Ribbler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
A control attempt from Dravezesdi but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (6) vs (0) Dravezesdi
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dravezesdi regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dravezesdi manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dravezesdi is looking for a triangle but Ribbler pushes his legs off easily.
Ribbler won't allow Dravezesdi to sweep him here.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Dravezesdi is keeping the position.
Dravezesdi has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ribbler is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dravezesdi. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (9) vs (0) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dravezesdi is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Ribbler is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (11) vs (0) Dravezesdi
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi is trying to escape the mount.
Dravezesdi slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dravezesdi wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
Still in half guard, Ribbler seems content to control.
Dravezesdi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ribbler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dravezesdi does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dravezesdi 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.
Ribbler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dravezesdi is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Ribbler has latched onto it... Big trouble! Ribbler pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Dravezesdi is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Ribbler!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
Our winner, Ibbe Ribbler, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 61
Date: Mar 01, 2020 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1254 p4p, 168 weight class) and Igor Byhenikov (ranked 14557 p4p, 567 weight class). Ribbler comes to the ring accompanied by Bad Religion - Infected. Byhenikov has chosen Harbinger as his entrance music. 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Igor Byhenikov!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ribbler closes the distance and clinches.
Byhenikov wants a takedown.
Ribbler has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Byhenikov uses from the top position.
Byhenikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Byhenikov trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Byhenikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Byhenikov keeps trying to improve his position.
Ribbler is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Fenrir MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Byhenikov is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Byhenikov
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler looking to control but Byhenikov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Byhenikov is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Byhenikov regains half guard.
Ribbler prevents Byhenikov from improving his position.
Byhenikov looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Byhenikov is looking to improve his position.
Byhenikov wants to sweep but Ribbler has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (0) Byhenikov
Byhenikov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Byhenikov keeps working.
Byhenikov tries to improve position but can't.
Ribbler tries to move into full mount but can't pass Byhenikov's legs.
Byhenikov tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Byhenikov looking for a sweep but Ribbler has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (9) vs (0) Byhenikov
Byhenikov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Byhenikov tries to improve his position but Ribbler has taken his back! Ribbler has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Byhenikov tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Ribbler pushes Byhenikov away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his welterweight title!
Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 47
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Khalid Mamedov (ranked 1862 p4p, 250 weight class) and Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1245 p4p, 162 weight class). Mamedov comes to the ring accompanied by Shamhan Daldaev - Eto Kavkaz. Ribbler has chosen Bad Religion - Infected as his entrance music. This should be fireworks!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Khalid Mamedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ribbler rushes Mamedov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Mamedov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ribbler smiles and moves away.
Ribbler drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mamedov (0) vs (2) Ribbler
Mamedov wants to control the position but Ribbler says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Mamedov's coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Mamedov wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Mamedov wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mamedov is looking to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Fenrir MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Mamedov is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Mamedov is looking to improve his position.
Mamedov trying to get back to full guard but Ribbler takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mamedov (0) vs (5) Ribbler
Mamedov is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to control the pace but Mamedov is squirming around nicely.
Mamedov working to try and regain half guard.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Mamedov tries to reverse the position but Ribbler maintains control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov tries to hold on but Ribbler postures up.
Mamedov is just holding on here. Ribbler manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Mamedov (0) vs (8) Ribbler
You can see the frustration on Mamedov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Mamedov staying busy and making it hard for Ribbler to control.
Ribbler not allowing Mamedov to control his hands.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov rolls, trying to escape but Ribbler keeps control of the position.
Ribbler is trying to stick to Mamedov's back but Mamedov is turning into Ribbler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ribbler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Mamedov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mamedov (2) vs (8) Ribbler
Mamedov wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Mamedov advances to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Mamedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ribbler has managed to free his arm - good work.
Mamedov is looking to advance position but Ribbler won't allow it.
Ribbler is staying active underneath Mamedov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Mamedov is really struggling to control Ribbler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Mamedov wants to pass to mount but Ribbler is defending the position.
Mamedov trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Mamedov (5) vs (8) Ribbler
Mamedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ribbler is looking to escape.
Mamedov is looking to work his way around to Ribbler's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Mamedov takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Mamedov (8) vs (8) Ribbler
Mamedov 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.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
Ribbler can't escape the position.
Mamedov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Mamedov not allowing Ribbler to control his hands.
Mamedov is looking for the choke from the back position but Ribbler is controlling his hands well.
Mamedov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Mamedov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Mamedov is hanging on to Ribbler's back as he tries to escape.
Ribbler trying to control but not successfully.
Mamedov trying to control momentarily.
Mamedov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Mamedov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Ribbler defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov trying to control momentarily.
Mamedov tightening his grip on Ribbler, looking for the choke.
Mamedov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ribbler is defending well though. Mamedov let's go of the attempt for now.
Mamedov looking to break Ribbler's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Ribbler remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Mamedov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Mamedov trying to control momentarily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is in a bad position with Mamedov working for a choke. Ribbler manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mamedov (8) vs (10) Ribbler
Mamedov controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Mamedov is looking for a triangle here but Ribbler uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mamedov (8) vs (13) Ribbler
Ribbler wants to control but Mamedov is keeping him busy.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov is trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Mamedov is working from the bottom.
Mamedov being controlled for a moment.
Ribbler tries to advance to mount but can't.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov is looking to reverse the position.
Mamedov wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Mamedov is working from the bottom.
Mamedov sneaks back into half guard.
Mamedov won't allow Ribbler to pass to mount.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Mamedov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ribbler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Mamedov wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Mamedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ribbler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Mamedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mamedov is trying to maintain the position but Ribbler is very close to passing his half guard.
Ribbler has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Mamedov (8) vs (16) Ribbler
Mamedov is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Mamedov to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Mamedov (8) vs (19) Ribbler
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 19 to 8.
Ibbe Ribbler is the new welterweight champion!
Ibbe Ribbler seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 40
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Oliver Huang (ranked 1318 p4p, 172 weight class) and Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1220 p4p, 158 weight class). Ribbler has chosen Bad Religion - Infected as his entrance music. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Oliver Huang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Huang shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ribbler as he avoids it easily.
Huang gets tackled into the ropes by Ribbler. Ribbler maintains the clinch.
Ribbler is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Huang gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Huang prevents the takedown attempt.
Ribbler is looking to take this one to the mat.
Oliver Huang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
Ribbler gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Huang (0) vs (2) Ribbler
Huang is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ribbler is fighting to break Huang's control of his arms but Huang is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Huang tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huang is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribbler is aware though and is defending well.
Huang looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler trying to control but Huang is working from the bottom.
Huang wants to improve his position but instead Ribbler has moved into half guard.
Huang wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
Huang is working hard here to advance position.
Huang manages to get to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Huang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Huang looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ribbler has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Fenrir MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Huang keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Huang looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ribbler has picked Huang up and slammed him! Huang can't keep hold of the triangle and Ribbler manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Huang (0) vs (5) Ribbler
Huang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Huang is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Huang has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Huang is looking to reverse the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Huang gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ribbler trying to control from half guard but Huang is working away.
Huang manages to get to full guard.
Huang tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Huang managing to control the position.
Huang wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Huang trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Huang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Huang had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ribbler defends it easily.
Huang trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Huang looking to control but Ribbler passes into half guard.
Huang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ribbler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Huang had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ribbler defends it easily.
Huang pulls Ribbler in to control the position.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Huang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Huang throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Huang has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Huang (0) vs (8) Ribbler
Huang manages to get back to half guard.
Huang wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
Huang is trying to get back to full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Huang wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Huang is trying to get back to full guard.
Huang trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Huang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Huang wants to hit a switch here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Huang there! Score +3 for passing guard: Huang (0) vs (11) Ribbler
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to control the pace but Huang is squirming around nicely.
Huang is working to get back to half guard.
Ribbler looking to control but Huang is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Huang wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Huang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Huang stops Ribbler from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Ribbler is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Huang has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Huang is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Huang is looking to get to half guard.
Huang gets back to half guard.
Huang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Huang is trying to control but can't.
Huang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Huang trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
Huang is looking to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ribbler in particular looking to stall.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Huang tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Ribbler moves into full mount! Huang won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Huang (0) vs (14) Ribbler
Huang really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Huang regains half guard.
Huang is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 14 to 0.
Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Dec 25, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between George Arias (ranked 1622 p4p, 204 weight class) and Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1190 p4p, 148 weight class). Ribbler has chosen Bad Religion - Infected as his entrance music. Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 7 losses; George Arias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Patrick Alders and Aafke Stam.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ribbler closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ribbler lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Arias (0) vs (2) Ribbler
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler 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.
Arias trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arias tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Arias wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Ribbler has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Fenrir MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Arias is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Arias wants to sweep but no luck.
Arias throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Arias is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ribbler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Arias tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Arias is looking for a triangle but Ribbler pushes his legs off easily.
Arias throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ribbler escapes and throws Arias's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Arias (0) vs (5) Ribbler
Arias gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ribbler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are battling for position here. Arias manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Arias is keeping the position.
Arias looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Arias is working hard here to advance position.
Arias is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Arias 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.
Arias throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ribbler uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Arias (0) vs (8) Ribbler
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Arias is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ribbler has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Arias (0) vs (10) Ribbler
Arias can't escape the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Arias to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Arias (0) vs (13) Ribbler
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Ribbler's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Ribbler biding his time, looking for the opening.
Arias breaks Ribbler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arias (2) vs (13) Ribbler
Arias trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ribbler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arias (2) vs (15) Ribbler
Ribbler is stalling in the full guard.
Arias looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Arias working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Arias looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Arias has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ribbler has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Arias (2) vs (18) Ribbler
Arias is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Ribbler gets to mount! Arias was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Arias (2) vs (20) Ribbler
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Arias tries to reverse the position but Ribbler maintains control.
Ribbler tries to control but Arias wriggling away.
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
Arias can't escape the position.
Arias is trying to reverse the position but instead Ribbler has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Arias (2) vs (23) Ribbler
Ribbler is hanging on to Arias's back as he tries to escape.
Ribbler not allowing Arias to control his hands.
Arias tries to roll but Ribbler sticks to his back.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Arias rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Arias is concentrating on defense, preventing Ribbler from advancing position.
Ribbler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Arias regains full guard. Nicely done.
Arias has his foot on Ribbler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ribbler works his way back into a safe position though.
Ribbler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Arias lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arias (4) vs (23) Ribbler
Arias tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Arias passes Ribbler's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Arias is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ribbler! Score +3 for passing guard: Arias (7) vs (23) Ribbler
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Arias seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ribbler is holding on tight.
Arias wants to control the pace but Ribbler is squirming around nicely.
Arias takes Ribbler's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Ribbler is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Arias (10) vs (23) Ribbler
Arias is not going to allow Ribbler to sit and survive in this position.
Ribbler is keeping busy.
Arias tightening his grip on Ribbler, looking for the choke.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Arias working for the choke.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Arias is persistently looking for the submission but Ribbler is defending it well.
Ribbler turns into Arias and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arias (10) vs (25) Ribbler
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Arias 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.
Arias keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Arias is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Arias wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Arias is pulling down on Ribbler's head to control his posture.
Arias looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is looking to advance position but Arias won't allow it.
Arias trying to control from the bottom.
Ribbler frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Arias (10) vs (28) Ribbler
Arias tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ribbler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ribbler prevents Arias from getting the reversal.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arias is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribbler has a good base and remains in mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler wins on points by 28 to 10.
Ibbe Ribbler is the new middleweight champion!
Ibbe Ribbler decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1189 p4p, 149 weight class) and Edwin Lucan (ranked 2692 p4p, 54 weight class). Ribbler comes to the cage accompanied by Bad Religion - Infected. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Edwin Lucan!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Patrick Alders and Paul Aken.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lucan has closed the distance and engaged Ribbler in a clinch.
Ribbler prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ribbler drags the fight down to the ground.
Lucan looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Lucan from controlling successfully.
Lucan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lucan told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler is adopting a defensive guard.
Lucan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Lucan from controlling successfully.
Lucan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lucan advances to half guard.
Ribbler keeping control of the position.
Lucan looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lucan wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Lucan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lucan is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Lucan
Lucan wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Lucan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lucan is working to get back to half guard.
Lucan tries to lock up and control but Ribbler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lucan is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lucan tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Lucan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lucan keeps trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Lucan wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (7) vs (0) Lucan
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler avoiding Lucan 's attempts to control his hands.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to control but Lucan is keeping busy.
Lucan can't escape the 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.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lucan tries to escape the position.
Ribbler biding his time, looking for the opening.
Lucan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Lucan is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but Lucan defending well.
Lucan trying to control from the bottom.
Lucan is looking to improve his position.
Lucan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lucan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ribbler defends it easily.
Lucan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lucan looking to control.
Lucan pulls Ribbler in close to his closed guard and prevents Ribbler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Lucan is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Lucan pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lucan wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Lucan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lucan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (7) vs (2) Lucan
Lucan advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (5) Lucan
Lucan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Lucan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ribbler knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lucan tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ribbler's legs.
Lucan is trying to get an arm triangle but Ribbler is defending well.
Lucan trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Lucan swings around for an armbar but Ribbler sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lucan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (9) vs (5) Lucan
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lucan keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Lucan is looking for a triangle but Ribbler pushes his legs off easily.
Lucan has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
Lucan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lucan has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Lucan has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ribbler is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Lucan. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (12) vs (5) Lucan
Lucan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ribbler's best efforts.
Lucan is trying to control but Ribbler passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (15) vs (5) Lucan
Lucan wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler controls the position.
Ribbler working away.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Lucan is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
Lucan tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Ribbler presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (17) vs (5) Lucan
Lucan keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lucan regains half guard.
Lucan tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Lucan is controlling Ribbler's trapped leg to prevent Ribbler from advancing to side control.
Lucan works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ribbler is fighting to break Lucan's control of his arms but Lucan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lucan is keeping the position for now.
Lucan looking for a guillotine here but Ribbler defends easily.
Lucan looking for a sweep. Not yet Lucan, not yet.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Lucan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ribbler passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (20) vs (5) Lucan
Ribbler trying to control the action but Lucan is working from the bottom.
Lucan is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Lucan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Lucan tries to bench press Ribbler off him but Ribbler keeps the position.
Ribbler controlling the position from side mount.
Lucan tries to improve position but can't.
Ribbler controls the position from side control.
Lucan is looking to reverse the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lucan stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Lucan is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 20 to 5.
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler 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:
TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1191 p4p, 149 weight class) and Alvin Aguilar (ranked 10698 p4p, 562 weight class). Ribbler kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Bad Religion - Infected. Aguilar is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Drector's Cut by Kamikazee. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 16 losses; Alvin Aguilar!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Daniel Blasius and Nard Betker.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Aguilar goes for a double leg but Ribbler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ribbler continues to drive forward.
Aguilar shoots for a takedown but Ribbler saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ribbler feinted with a counter takedown.
Ribbler leaves Aguilar with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ribbler appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alvin Aguilar.
Aguilar fails with a takedown attempt.
Aguilar closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ribbler circles away.
Aguilar gets caught flat footed, as Ribbler shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Aguilar
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Aguilar is keeping the position.
Aguilar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aguilar swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler content to stall in guard here.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Aguilar has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Aguilar looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Aguilar has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler content to stall in guard here.
Aguilar looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aguilar looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
Ribbler is stalling in the full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler pushing down on Aguilar's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Aguilar wants to get back to full guard.
Ribbler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Aguilar keeping control of the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler content to control rather than advance.
Ribbler has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (0) Aguilar
Ribbler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ribbler seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Aguilar is holding on tight.
Aguilar is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ribbler has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Aguilar is still trying to improve position.
Ribbler controlling from the full mount.
Ribbler looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Aguilar keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Aguilar wants to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ribbler tries to control but Aguilar wriggling away.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Aguilar to control.
Aguilar really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Aguilar wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Ribbler controlling the pace for now.
Ribbler pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Aguilar is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler controlling his opponent.
Aguilar slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Aguilar is looking to control Ribbler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aguilar avoid being mounted?
Aguilar controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ribbler prevents Aguilar from improving his position.
Still in half guard, Ribbler seems content to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Aguilar keeps working.
Aguilar is controlling Ribbler's trapped leg to prevent Ribbler from advancing to side control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ribbler in particular looking to stall.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Aguilar is looking to improve his position.
Aguilar keeps trying to improve his position.
Ribbler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Aguilar is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is controlling the pace.
Ribbler is pressing down on Aguilar's thigh, looking to free his foot. Aguilar is holding on for now.
Ribbler is controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Alvin Aguilar spoke after the fight, saying 'Huuuuhhhuuuuuhhuuuuuuhhuuuuu!!!!!!!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 15, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1156 p4p, 154 weight class) and Robert Drummond (ranked 934 p4p, 133 weight class). Ribbler comes to the cage accompanied by Bad Religion - Infected. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Robert Drummond !
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Richard Clark and Phil Schofield.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ribbler gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Drummond looking for a takedown.
Drummond is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ribbler is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Drummond to the mat. Drummond regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Drummond
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Drummond .
Ribbler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Drummond keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drummond tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Drummond being controlled here, momentarily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Drummond for as long as he can get away with.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Drummond is keeping the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Drummond can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ribbler controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drummond pulls Ribbler in to control the position.
Drummond looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Drummond is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Drummond pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
Drummond is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
Drummond seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drummond lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Drummond
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Drummond looking to pass the guard.
Drummond trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler is trying to control the position but Drummond postures up.
Drummond stays in close to Ribbler's body and controls the position.
Ribbler controls Drummond momentarily but Drummond frees himself.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Drummond from controlling successfully.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler being controlled here, momentarily.
Drummond looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Drummond has gone for a leg lock! Ribbler slips out almost immediately though and dives into Drummond 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (2) Drummond
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drummond is keeping the position for now.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Drummond is controlling Ribbler's posture.
Ribbler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drummond has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ribbler has managed to get both his arms back between Drummond 's legs - danger averted.
Drummond is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Drummond wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Drummond managing to control the position.
Drummond is continuing to stall.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Drummond is keeping the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Drummond not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Drummond is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Drummond pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Drummond is retaining full guard.
Our spies down at at London MMA Club inform us that Drummond has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Ribbler controlling from the top position.
Drummond keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Drummond wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Drummond keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Ribbler won't allow Drummond to sweep him here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Drummond keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler being controlled here momentarily.
Drummond wants to hit a switch here but Ribbler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Drummond there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (2) Drummond
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler trying to control but Drummond is having none of it.
Drummond tries to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Drummond to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (10) vs (2) Drummond
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler controls the action.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Drummond from escaping the position.
Drummond trying to control the hands but Ribbler won't let him.
Drummond is really stuck here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Drummond is in bad spot here.
Drummond keeps trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Drummond trying to control but not successfully.
Ribbler controlling well, preventing Drummond from escaping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
An out of breath Ibbe Ribbler thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1147 p4p, 154 weight class) and Vito Mazzini (ranked 1867 p4p, 237 weight class). Ribbler comes to the cage accompanied by Bad Religion - Infected. Mazzini has chosen Fade To Black as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Vito Mazzini!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Glass and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mazzini scores with a takedown into Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Mazzini
Mazzini 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.
Ribbler has his hands on Mazzini's head, controlling the position.
Ribbler being controlled here, momentarily.
Mazzini wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazzini slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribbler, not yet.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Mazzini from controlling successfully.
Mazzini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mazzini not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mazzini wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
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.
Ribbler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mazzini is stalling in the full guard.
Mazzini tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mazzini controls the pace.
Ribbler working a defensive guard here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini stays in close to Ribbler's body and controls the position.
Mazzini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mazzini controlling from the top position.
Mazzini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini is still trying to improve position.
Mazzini wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Mazzini is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Mazzini keeps trying to improve his position.
Mazzini trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mazzini pushing down on Ribbler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Mazzini seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ribbler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mazzini sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini wants to control but Ribbler is keeping him busy.
Mazzini trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
Mazzini perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Mazzini is thwarting Ribbler's attempts to control the position.
Ribbler is doing well to control the position and prevent Mazzini from advancing to side control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini uses his free foot to push down on Ribbler's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ribbler. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (5) Mazzini
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Mazzini wants to take his opponent's back but Ribbler doesn't allow it.
Mazzini controlling from mount.
Ribbler tries to hold on but Mazzini pushes him away.
Mazzini trying to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini fails to move to back control.
Mazzini tries to take his opponent's back but Ribbler turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (5) Mazzini
Mazzini is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (7) Mazzini
Mazzini is looking to advance position but Ribbler has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (6) vs (7) Mazzini
Ribbler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Mazzini to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (9) vs (7) Mazzini
Mazzini is trying to break free.
Ribbler has good solid back control here.
Mazzini tries to break free.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Mazzini breaks Ribbler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (9) vs (9) Mazzini
Mazzini looking to pass the guard.
Mazzini trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini trying to move into half guard but instead Ribbler has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (11) vs (9) Mazzini
Ribbler pushing down on Mazzini's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Mazzini regains full guard. Nicely done.
Mazzini looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ribbler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Mazzini is looking to get back to full guard here but Ribbler has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (14) vs (9) Mazzini
Mazzini is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Mazzini has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Mazzini is looking to control Ribbler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mazzini avoid being mounted?
Mazzini tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ribbler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mazzini does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mazzini manages to get to full guard.
Mazzini looking for a sweep. Not yet Mazzini, not yet.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribbler is aware though and is defending well.
Ribbler is pushing down on Mazzini's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mazzini is fighting to maintain full guard but Ribbler has managed to sneak the leg through.
Mazzini is trying to control but can't.
Mazzini controlling the position well.
Mazzini tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mazzini tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ribbler has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (17) vs (9) Mazzini
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 17 to 9.
After winning the bout, Ibbe Ribbler thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CACC 12
Date: Nov 02, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1123 p4p, 147 weight class) and Max Roberts (ranked 2086 p4p, 260 weight class). Ribbler's entrance music is Bad Religion - Infected. A fine choice. The crowd seem to be enjoying Roberts's choice of entrance music: Break Stuff. Max Roberts told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Max Roberts!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Roberts tries to keep at a distance but Ribbler has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ribbler gets control of Roberts's arms and successfully pulls guard. Ribbler will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Roberts from controlling successfully.
Ribbler wants to control but Roberts passes easily into half guard.
Roberts is looking to stall here but Ribbler recovers full guard.
Ribbler is trying to control the position but Roberts postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Roberts from controlling successfully.
Roberts pushing down on Ribbler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ribbler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Roberts is working away from the top position though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Roberts 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.
Ribbler trying to control from the bottom.
Ribbler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Roberts is thwarting Ribbler's attempts to control the position.
Roberts seems to be working for a kimura but Ribbler defends the submission attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Roberts wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working.
Ribbler has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Roberts escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Roberts! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (3) Roberts
Roberts is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ribbler is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Roberts is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ribbler is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roberts trying to control the position but Ribbler is working away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ribbler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ribbler tries to get to full guard but Roberts has control of the leg.
Ribbler wants to sweep but Roberts has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (6) Roberts
Ribbler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ribbler sneaks back into half guard.
Ribbler has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ribbler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (6) Roberts
Ribbler trying to control but Roberts is working from the bottom.
Roberts keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Roberts is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler trying to control but Roberts is working from the bottom.
Roberts looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ribbler passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (5) vs (6) Roberts
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Roberts has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ribbler is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Roberts has escaped the position, nice work there.
Roberts tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ribbler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Roberts keeps working.
Roberts can't do much from the bottom here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Roberts tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Ribbler easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (7) vs (6) Roberts
Roberts sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Roberts tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Roberts is still trying to improve position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Roberts looking for submissions off his back.
Roberts looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ribbler wants to free his trapped foot but Roberts is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ribbler is looking for a kimura here.
Roberts is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ribbler pulls his head out easily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Roberts trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
Roberts working for submissions but it's allowed Ribbler to get to half guard.
Roberts wants to get back to full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to take a breather but Roberts is having none of it.
Ribbler is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Roberts doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ribbler.
Ribbler tries to pass to full mount but Roberts defends it.
Ribbler is looking for a kimura here.
Roberts wants to sweep but Ribbler has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (10) vs (6) Roberts
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Roberts is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Roberts wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Roberts is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Roberts's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (12) vs (6) Roberts
Ribbler is trying to take his opponent's back.
Roberts is looking to improve his position but Ribbler isn't that keen on the idea.
Ribbler seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Roberts is holding on tight.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Roberts is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Roberts is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Ribbler avoids the attempt from Roberts to control.
Ribbler is trying to control here but Roberts has managed to regain half guard.
Ribbler passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (15) vs (6) Roberts
Roberts is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Roberts wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Roberts is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Roberts is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ribbler off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (15) vs (10) Roberts
Ribbler defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Roberts's arms.
Roberts has the hooks in. Ribbler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Roberts looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is working hard here to advance position.
Roberts looking for the RNC.
Roberts has the hooks in. Ribbler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ribbler trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
You can see the frustration on Ribbler's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Roberts avoiding Ribbler 's attempts to control his hands.
Roberts working for the choke.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler is really stuck here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribbler takes the fight on points by 15 to 10.
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Max Roberts spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm a much better fighter than what you seen here, TRUST ME, ill be better next time.'. |
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Event:
CACC 6
Date: Oct 12, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1079 p4p, 151 weight class) and Russell Paulman (ranked 2102 p4p, 271 weight class). Ribbler comes into the arena with Bad Religion - Infected blaring out of the sound system. Paulman has chosen War is my Love as his entrance music. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 10 losses; Russell Paulman!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Paulman takes the fight into the clinch.
Paulman tries for a takedown but Ribbler manages to get underhooks.
Ribbler is pressed up against the ropes. Paulman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbler down to the mat. Ribbler avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ribbler was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Paulman
Ribbler tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Ribbler has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
You can see the frustration on Paulman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Paulman is trying to get back to half guard.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Paulman is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paulman being controlled for a moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Paulman tries to improve position but can't.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ribbler is trying to get an arm triangle but Paulman is defending well.
Ribbler wants to control but Paulman is keeping him busy.
Ribbler working away.
Paulman manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ribbler's best efforts.
Paulman gets full guard.
Ribbler forces his way into half guard.
Paulman trying to control here.
Paulman regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler'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.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler won't allow Paulman to sweep him here.
Paulman trying to control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler being controlled here momentarily.
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Paulman is retaining full guard.
Ribbler trying to control but Paulman is working from the bottom.
Paulman has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Paulman.
Ribbler advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (7) vs (0) Paulman
Ribbler has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Paulman! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (9) vs (0) Paulman
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Paulman is looking to escape.
Ribbler content just to control the position here.
Paulman is squirming around, avoiding Ribbler's attempts to control the action.
Paulman tries to hold on but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Paulman is looking to escape.
Ribbler working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Paulman is working to get back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Paulman looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (12) vs (0) Paulman
Ribbler is looking for the choke from the back position but Paulman is controlling his hands well.
Paulman tries to break free.
Paulman defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ribbler's arms.
Paulman tries to break free.
Ribbler working for the choke.
Paulman prevents Ribbler from getting a body triangle.
Paulman defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ribbler's arms.
Paulman looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Paulman is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Ribbler has locked on a rear naked choke here! Paulman is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 3
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 1094 p4p, 151 weight class) and Don Petersen (ranked 1472 p4p, 203 weight class). Ribbler's entrance music is Bad Religion - Infected. A fine choice. Petersen is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: James Brown- Living in America. 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Don Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Petersen looking to score a takedown here. Ribbler is defending well but Petersen drives through and ends up in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ribbler (0) vs (2) Petersen
Ribbler wants to sweep but no luck.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Ribbler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Petersen uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (0) vs (5) Petersen
Ribbler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Fenrir MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Ribbler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Petersen 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.
Petersen is trying to work for a kimura but Ribbler is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen is working for a submission of some sort.
Petersen is trying to control. Ribbler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Petersen 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.
Ribbler is defending against the submission attempts here by Petersen.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Petersen is thwarting Ribbler's attempts to control the position.
Petersen seems to be working for a kimura but Ribbler defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Petersen 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to improve his position but Petersen is controlling well.
Ribbler is working hard here to advance position.
Petersen wants to work for an arm triangle but Ribbler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Petersen is looking to take a break and control but Ribbler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Petersen 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.
Ribbler tries to get to full guard but Petersen has control of the leg.
Petersen is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ribbler is just riding it out for now. Petersen eventually gives up the hold.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to control but Petersen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Petersen is just content to waste time from the top position. Ribbler takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler trying to control the position.
Petersen trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Petersen might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ribbler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (5) Petersen
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Petersen trying to keep a closed guard but Ribbler is proving a slippery customer.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Petersen keeps moving.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Petersen keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Petersen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (7) Petersen
Ribbler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Petersen trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Petersen is pushing down on Ribbler's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ribbler is fighting to maintain full guard but Petersen has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ribbler controlling the position well.
Petersen seems to be working for a kimura but Ribbler defends the submission attempt.
Petersen is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ribbler has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ribbler is defending against the submission attempts here by Petersen.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler gets back to full guard.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler is trying to keep Petersen in close.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Petersen looking to sit in guard and control but Ribbler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (7) Petersen
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Petersen keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Petersen looking to control.
Petersen 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.
Petersen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (9) Petersen
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Ribbler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ribbler controlling the position.
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard.
Petersen drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ribbler manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Petersen has Ribbler in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (6) vs (9) Petersen
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Petersen controls Ribbler momentarily but Ribbler frees himself.
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Petersen is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen managing to control the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Petersen wants to sweep here but Ribbler controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Petersen is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petersen wins on points by 9 to 6.
During a confident post fight interview, Don Petersen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
AEW 32
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Tonon shoots for a double leg takedown but Ribbler sprawls well. He's pushed Tonon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Ribbler shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ribbler showed some decent athleticism there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler prevents Tonon from improving his position.
Ribbler trying to mount his opponent but Tonon defends it.
Tonon is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tonon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ribbler looks to land a strike but Tonon avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T1#
Ribbler throws a big right hand that misses.
Ribbler trying to control but Tonon is working from the bottom.
Ribbler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Tonon working for a triangle but Ribbler defends it easily.
Ribbler throws a big elbow that misses.
Tonon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ribbler. #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.
Tonon looking for a sweep. Not yet Tonon, not yet.
Ribbler advances to half guard.
Ribbler is trying to control the action in half guard but Tonon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Tonon'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.
Ribbler not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tonon trying to control but Ribbler postures up.
Tonon tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tonon moves out of range as Ribbler strikes.
Ribbler looks to score with a jab to the body but Tonon is just out of range.
Tonon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ribbler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tonon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ribbler tries to avoid it but Tonon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ribbler to the ground. Ribbler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gary Tonon. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Tonon is looking to clinch but Ribbler is avoiding it.
A nice side step and Ribbler releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
Tonon dives in and scores a takedown into Ribbler's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ribbler is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Tonon keeps moving.
Ribbler keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tonon's head.
Ribbler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tonon works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tonon controlling Ribbler's posture.
My spies in Fenrir MMA inform me that Ribbler has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tonon is looking to sweep but instead, Ribbler has passed into half guard.
#T4#
Tonon is not content to let Ribbler control the position.
Tonon manages to get to full guard.
Tonon keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tonon wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tonon is on top in guard.
#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibbe Ribbler dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Tonon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ribbler was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Ribbler swats away the attempt to clinch by Tonon.#CL#
Tonon clinches. #TD#
Tonon pulls guard.
Tonon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Tonon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tonon lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonon is looking to stand up but Ribbler won't let him.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Tonon from controlling successfully. #T1#
Tonon trying to move into half guard but instead Ribbler has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Tonon keeps moving.
Ribbler is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ribbler cracks Tonon with a solid left hand.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ribbler lands a couple of elbows.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Ribbler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tonon is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Ribbler working for a triangle but Tonon defends it easily.
Tonon slips nicely into half guard.
Tonon works his way into side control. #T3#
Tonon works to advance to full mount. Ribbler defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Ribbler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tonon breaks from Ribbler's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB#
Tonon looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Ribbler wants to control but Tonon is having none of it.
Tonon working the ground and pound effectively.
Tonon trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Ribbler is desperately trying to improve his position but Tonon has a good base and remains in mount.
Ribbler tries to hold on but Tonon postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tonon trying to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
Tonon with the ground and pound from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tonon connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ribbler is squirming around, avoiding Tonon's attempts to control the action.
Ribbler tries to lock up and control but Tonon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gary Tonon dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tonon fails with the takedown
and Ribbler counters with a nice body kick.
Tonon darts in trying to clinch
and Ribbler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tonon tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Ribbler counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tonon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gary Tonon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbler as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gary Tonon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tonon shoots in and drives through. Ribbler sprawls well.
Tonon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nice jab there from Ribbler. #T1##CL#
Tonon pushes Ribbler up against the cage in a clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ribbler lands with a right to the head.
Tonon tries to score a body lock takedown but Ribbler shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ribbler leaning against his opponent.
Ribbler goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tonon prevents it.
#TD2#
Ribbler has picked Tonon up - he's going for a ride! Ribbler dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Gary Tonon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tonon works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ribbler lands a couple of elbows.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Tonon keeps moving.
Ribbler slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Ribbler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tonon is looking to escape.
Ribbler is pressing down on Tonon's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tonon is holding on for now.
Ribbler is stalling here. Tonon is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Ribbler seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Tonon has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ribbler is looking for a sweep.
Tonon remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T3#
Ribbler is looking to reverse the position.
Tonon trying to control the action but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Ribbler trying to control but Tonon flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Ribbler rolls, trying to escape but Tonon keeps control of the position.
Good control from Tonon.
Tonon is not going to allow Ribbler to sit and survive in this position. #T4#
Tonon wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
Tonon is punishing Ribbler with some ground and pound.
Ribbler trying to control the hands but Tonon breaks the grip.
Tonon is trying to stick to Ribbler's back but Ribbler is turning into Tonon. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tonon's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ribbler.
Tonon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Tonon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tonon advances position into side control!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ibbe Ribbler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ribbler has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
AEW 26
Date: Aug 17, 2019 |
#R1#
Durden throws a body punch but Ribbler moves out of range.
Ribbler appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Durden connects with a single shot there.
Ribbler with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ribbler takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Durden misses with a double jab.
Durden getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Durden cracks Ribbler with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A punch lands to the side of Durden 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Jab by Durden.
Durden scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Durden with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Durden clobbers Ribbler with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ribbler throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Durden counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ribbler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Durden.
Durden fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribbler manages to avoid it.#T1#
Durden lands a jab to the nose.
Durden misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Durden slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Durden is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ribbler had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Durden blocks a jab.
Durden gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Durden looks to throw the jab but Ribbler is out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Durden checks a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Durden.
Ribbler throws a hook but Durden avoids it easily.
Nice jab there from Ribbler.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Durden.
Ribbler throws a quick counter kick to the body but Durden avoids it.
Durden has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tyler Durden is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ribbler gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Durden.
Ribbler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Durden tries to land a front kick but Ribbler steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribbler shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2#
Durden lands with a nice body punch.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Durden, right into the meat.
Ribbler throws a right hand that Durden ducks under and follows up with a left that Durden also avoids with ease.
Nice shot lands for Durden.
Durden lands with an uppercut that bounces Ribbler off the cage and back into range.
Ribbler scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Durden lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Durden misses with a kick to the body.
Ribbler is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Ribbler takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A telegraphed right hand from Durden misses the target.
Durden tests Ribbler's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Durden throws a jab when Ribbler was well out of range.
Ribbler is looking to counter punch.
Durden misses with a looping left.
Ribbler moves out of range as Durden strikes.#T3#
Ribbler moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ribbler drops his hands momentarily and Durden takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Durden throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbler counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ribbler scores with a spinning back kick!
Ribbler attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Durden misses with an uppercut.
Ribbler dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Durden. That did some damage!
Durden throws a right and a left that Ribbler avoids nicely.
Durden lands a nice shot that snaps Ribbler's head back.
A slapping leg kick lands for Durden.
Tyler Durden seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Durden lands a leg kick that knocks Ribbler off balance momentarily.
Durden's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ribbler under the eye.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ribbler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Durden moves away.
Durden loads up on a big right hand but Ribbler slips the punch.#T4#
Durden throws a shot from downtown. Ribbler moves away and avoids it.
Ribbler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Durden throws a body punch but Ribbler moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by Durden.
A jab from Durden finds it's way through Ribbler's defenses.
Ribbler walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Durden ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbler moves away.
Durden slips under a jab.
Ribbler slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Durden throws a quick inside leg kick.
Good work by Ribbler as he checks the leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice uppercut there from Durden.
Ribbler takes a jab right on the kisser.
Durden avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Durden fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribbler manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyler Durden dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ribbler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Durden looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Durden looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribbler is just out of range.
Durden pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ribbler is out of range and Durden settles back down.
Durden lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ribbler circles away quickly and effectively.
Durden lands with a slapping head kick.
Durden has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice shot lands for Durden.
Durden throws a hook but Ribbler avoids it easily.
Durden misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ribbler counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Durden jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Durden throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durden plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Ribbler throws a low kick but Durden avoids it.
Ribbler tries to land a front kick but Durden steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Durden connects with a right hand. Ribbler shakes it off.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Durden.
Durden connects with a nice looking jab.
Durden checks a low kick from Ribbler.
Durden with a jab.
Ribbler looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Durden throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ribbler blocks a head kick by Durden.
Durden looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribbler is just out of range.
Durden throws a quick inside leg kick.
Durden on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ribbler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Ribbler might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Ribbler throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ribbler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Durden lands the left hand.
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!
Durden listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from Durden.
Durden throws a hook but Ribbler blocks it.
Ribbler is looking to counter punch.
Ribbler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Durden pinned against the cage. Durden gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Some wild striking there from Durden.
A quick step to the side and Ribbler tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Durden connects with the punch.
Durden takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ribbler jabs at Durden's body.
Ribbler throws an off balance right hand
and Durden counters with a stiff right hand.
Durden thows a body kick. Ribbler tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ribbler.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibbe Ribbler. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Ribbler takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Durden.
Durden waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbler.
Durden throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Durden throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribbler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Durden misses the body punch
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Durden stuns Ribbler with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Durden jabs at Ribbler's body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Durden darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Durden dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Durden throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
Durden works Ribbler's body with a nice hook.
Durden tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Horrible takedown attempt by Ribbler or perhaps it was just good defense by Durden, which made it look bad.
Ribbler is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ribbler sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Ribbler checks a low kick from Durden.
Ribbler throws a quick counter kick to the body but Durden avoids it.
Ribbler looks to land a right hand but Durden moved out of range.
Durden dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ribbler. That did some damage!
An inside leg kick from Durden misses.
Ribbler throws a right and a left that Durden avoids nicely.
A nice side step and Durden releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Durden pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Durden with a body punch. A glancing blow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyler Durden 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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Durden with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Durden fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Durden pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Durden tries to land a body kick
and Ribbler counters with a solid body kick.
Ribbler drops his hands momentarily and Durden takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Durden lands with a nice body kick.
Durden connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Durden is looking to slow Ribbler down with leg kicks.
Ribbler throws a low kick but Durden moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durden thumps Ribbler with a low kick.
A shot to the liver by Durden. Beautiful body shot.
Durden goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Durden misses with a right hand
and Ribbler connects with a straight left hand counter 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!#TD#
Ribbler gets a double leg takedown into Durden's guard.#T1#
Ribbler trying to control but Durden is working from the bottom.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Durden manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Durden is pushing down on Ribbler's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ribbler is fighting to maintain full guard but Durden has managed to sneak the leg through.
Durden performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ribbler is looking for a sweep. Durden is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tyler Durden is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2##SUB#
Ribbler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ribbler trying to control here.
Durden controlling the action here.
Durden trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it. #T3#
Ribbler is looking for a sweep. Durden is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Ribbler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Durden pulls his head out easily.
Ribbler works his way to full guard. Good work.
Durden controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Good shot there by Durden.
Ribbler on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Durden stuns Ribbler with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Durden looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Durden throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ribbler on the side of the head.
Durden throws a leg kick which misses Ribbler's front leg but catches the back leg as Ribbler tries to avoid it.
Ribbler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Durden.
Durden is trying to counter with his kicks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Durden misses the shot to the body.
Durden connects with a solid leg kick.
Durden looks to throw a body kick
and Durden takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A leg kick checked by Durden.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tyler Durden comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Durden 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tyler Durden!
Tyler Durden seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
AEW 20
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Mamadaliev shoots in but Ribbler avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mamadaliev or perhaps it was just good defense by Ribbler, which made it look bad.
Ribbler appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ribbler scores with a hook.#CUT#
It looks like Islam Mamadaliev has been cut.
Ribbler connects with the punch.#TD#
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ribbler was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ROC#
Mamadaliev is rocked!
Ribbler in side control lands a decent elbow.
Mamadaliev is still in real trouble! Can Ribbler finish him?
Mamadaliev is looking for a sweep.
Mamadaliev seems to have recovered his senses.
Ribbler cracks Mamadaliev with a big right hand but Mamadaliev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribbler landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Ribbler scores with a couple of short elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler advances nicely into full mount.
Ribbler 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.
Ribbler postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Mamadaliev bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Ribbler and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Skjold Hansen fails to land with a series of punches.
#KD#
Oooh a lovely combination from Ribbler sends Skjold Hansen down but not out. Ribbler dives into side control looking to finish. #ROC#
Skjold Hansen is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Richard Skjold Hansen has been cut.
Ribbler in side control lands a decent elbow.
Skjold Hansen is still in real trouble! Can Ribbler finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Ribbler in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Skjold Hansen is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ibbe Ribbler!
During a confident post fight interview, Ibbe Ribbler thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
NSC 35: Filch vs Cha
Date: Jun 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Communist walks into a straight right hand from Ribbler.
Communist ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Communist misses with a low kick.
Ribbler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good shot there by Communist.
Communist scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Communist lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ribbler walks into a straight right hand from Communist.
A nice leg kick lands there from Communist.
Communist throws an off balance right hand
and Ribbler counters with a stiff right hand.
Communist throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ribbler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Communist throws a leg kick that is checked
and Ribbler makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Communist throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbler dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Communist. That did some damage!
Communist scores with a nice strike.
Ribbler shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ribbler has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fenrir MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Communist tries to clinch up.#T1#
Ribbler throws a quick inside leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Communist. Beautiful body shot.
Ribbler throws a sloppy head kick and Communist moves out of range easily.
Proper Communist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Communist clinches up against the ropes.
Communist lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Communist working aggressively here.
Ribbler misses with the head strike.
Communist stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Communist breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Communist just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheers as Communist lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ribbler doesn't seem phased though.
Ribbler scores with a kick to the midsection.
Ribbler attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ribbler takes a shot right to the bread basket.
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!
Ribbler throws a low kick but it's checked well by Communist.
Ribbler walks into a jab.#T2#
Communist walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Communist misses with a wild combination.
Ribbler swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Communist throws a shot from downtown. Ribbler moves away and avoids it.
Communist scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A nice inside leg kick there by Communist. That's going to slow Ribbler down.
Ribbler feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Communist's calf.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A body shot lands from Ribbler.
Ribbler throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Communists head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Communist.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Still in the clinch, Communist scores with a nice short uppercut.
Communist scores with a shot to the side of Ribbler's head.
Ribbler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Communist's elbow.
Ribbler has Communist pressed against the ropes, preventing Communist from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Communist manages to break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Proper Communist dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Jab from Ribbler.
Proper Communist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Communist ducks under a wild hook from Ribbler.
Communist leaves Ribbler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Proper Communist seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ribbler takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Communist lands a jab to the nose.
Ribbler defending well as Communist loads up on a big left hand.
Communist uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ribbler.
Communist tries to work over Ribbler's front leg with a kick but Ribbler checks it.
It appears Ribbler was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Ribbler scores with a takedown into Communist's guard.
Ribbler prevents Communist from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Communist keeps moving.
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Communist is retaining full guard.
Communist is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ribbler is controlling him.
Communist preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Communist is keeping the position.
Communist wants to get back to his feet but Ribbler is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Ribbler feints and then cracks Communist's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Communist down.
Communist throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ribbler keeps the fight on the outside.#T2#
Communist connects with a right hand. Ribbler shakes it off.
Ribbler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Communist.
Communist throws a low kick but Ribbler moves out of range easily.
Communist cracks Ribbler with a right hand to the side of the head.
Communist misses with a leg kick
and Communist takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Communist looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Ribbler misses the target.
Communist attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Communist does no damage.
Ribbler throwing a counter right hand but Communist manages to avoid it.
Communist on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Communist just misses with a punch to the body.
Communist uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ribbler has time to react.
The fighters circling - Communist throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Communist connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from Communist.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Proper Communist 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#
Communist throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ribbler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Well,Ribbler is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Ribbler with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Communist to score with a decent uppercut.
A good leg kick by Communist.
Communist tries to clinch but Ribbler is having none of it.
Communist cracks Ribbler with an open hand slap.
Ribbler blocks a leg kick.
Communist swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ribbler counters with a low kick, right behind Communist 's knee.
Ribbler throws a leg kick but Communist moved away.
Ribbler gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ribbler has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Communist misses with a hook.
Communist throws a poor cross that misses
and Ribbler counters with a leg kick.
Communist fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Communist motions for Ribbler to come forward. Communist throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Communist connects with a single shot there.
Ribbler takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Communist cracks Ribbler with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Ribbler wants to slow Communist down by chopping away at his legs.
Communist misses with a low kick.
Communist throws out a loose jab but Ribbler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ribbler feints and then cracks Communist's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Communist down.
Ribbler takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ribbler throws a sloppy head kick and Communist moves out of range easily.
Jab by Communist.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ribbler checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Ribbler misses the target.
Communist lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Communist lands a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd cheers as Communist lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ribbler doesn't seem phased though.
Communist's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T2#
Communist throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Communist throws a shot from downtown. Ribbler moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Ribbler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ribbler walks into a left hand.
Ribbler uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Communist has time to react.
Ribbler blocks a leg kick.
Communist lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Communist dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ribbler. That did some damage!
Communist throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ribbler counters with a body kick.
Communist connects with a looping right hand.
Communist misses with a right hand
and Ribbler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A good leg kick by Communist.
Communist chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ribbler throws a body kick that misses.
Ribbler scores with a leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Proper Communist comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Communist 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Proper Communist!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Proper Communist!
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Proper Communist!
Proper Communist wins by unanimous decision!
After the fight, Proper Communist 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:
NSC 28: Hunt vs Bornholm
Date: Jun 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Ribbler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gracie attempts a counter takedown but Ribbler avoids it well and moves away.
Gracie shoots in and drives through. Ribbler sprawls well.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gracie swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribbler.
Gracie closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ribbler circles away.
Ricardo Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Ribbler instigates a clinch.
Ribbler scores with a shot to the side of Gracie's head.
Ribbler holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Ribbler trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Ribbler.
Gracie tries to pull guard but Ribbler holds him up against the ropes and eventually Gracie drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ribbler stalling the fight.
Ribbler misses with some punches.
#T1#
Gracie prevents a body shot from Ribbler. #TD#
Gracie pulls guard successfully.
Gracie seems keen to control Ribbler's posture.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gracie is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ribbler landing with the ground and pound.
Gracie striking off his back. #SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ribbler distracts Gracie with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2##SUB#
Ribbler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracie has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ribbler has managed to get both his arms back between Gracie's legs - danger averted.
Ribbler cracks Gracie with a solid left hand.
Ribbler chips away with some ground and pound.
Ribbler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gracie works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ribbler scoring with punches to the head and body.
Gracie utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Gracie working for a triangle but Ribbler defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibbe Ribbler dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Gracie fails with the takedown.
Gracie shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Gracie gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ribbler to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Ribbler scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ribbler with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ribbler with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ribbler is looking to work some ground and pound but Gracie has wrist control.#SUB#
Gracie looking for subs off his back but Ribbler has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T1#
Ribbler uses his free foot to push down on Gracie's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gracie.
Gracie slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Gracie is refusing to be controlled, as Ribbler sits in half guard. #SUB#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ribbler lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ribbler working over Gracie with some ground and pound. Gracie looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#ROC2#
Gracie is rocked!
Gracie keeping control of the position. #T2#
Gracie taking some punishment here, with Ribbler in his half guard.
Oh Gracie is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gracie seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
Ribbler slips a nice elbow through Gracie's hands, connecting with Gracie's forehead.
Ribbler seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ribbler passes to side control.
Ribbler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ribbler working the ground and pound from side control.
Ribbler in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Gracie looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Ribbler turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ibbe Ribbler!
An out of breath Ibbe Ribbler thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
NSC 18: Ribbler vs Salieri
Date: Apr 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Salieri tries to land a leg kick but Ribbler saw it coming and moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Ribbler misses the target.
Salieri lands with an overhand left.
Ribbler tries to clinch but Salieri moves out of range.
Ribbler defending well as Salieri loads up on a big left hand.
Salieri connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Salieri thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ribbler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ribbler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Salieri is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ribbler.
Ribbler slips under a jab.
Salieri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Salieri jabs Ribbler right on the nose. Ribbler blinks but takes it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salieri missing with a left hand there. Ribbler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Salieri throws a right and a left that Ribbler avoids nicely. #CL#
Ribbler has Salieri up against the ropes in a clinch.
Salieri working aggressively here.
#T1#
A short left from Ribbler.
Ribbler lands with a short shot to the head.
We've been hearing reports that Ribbler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ribbler lands a right hand that snaps the head of Salieri backwards.
Salieri lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ribbler working aggressively here.
Salieri can't break the clinch.
Ribbler wants a takedown.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Salieri.
Ribbler throws a head punch that misses.
Salieri blocks an uppercut.
Ribbler tries to throw a body punch but Salieri avoids it by throwing Ribbler back against the ropes.
Ribbler stalling in the clinch but Salieri improves position.
Salieri looking to slow down the pace here.
Salieri is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Salieri throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbler.
Ribbler tries to land knees in the clinch but Salieri avoids the damage to the body.
Salieri is trying to break free.
Ribbler managing to block the knees to the body from Salieri.
#T2#
Ribbler drops down looking for an ankle pick but Salieri pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ribbler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Salieri connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ribbler scrambles back to his feet.
Ribbler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from Salieri.
Salieri tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ribbler is able to avoid easily.
Ribbler moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Salieri feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ribbler's calf.
Salieri throws a leg kick that is checked
and Ribbler counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Salieri lands a glancing blow to the side of Ribbler's head.
Salieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ribbler takes one to the side of the head.
Salieri throws a quick inside leg kick.
Salieri throws a low kick, looking for Ribbler's leg but Ribbler calmly moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Salieri dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Salieri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbler.
Ribbler is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A low kick from Salieri misses
and Ribbler counters with a two punch combo.
A nice leg kick lands there from Salieri.
Salieri swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribbler.
Ribbler is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Salieri dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Salieri lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salieri loads up on a big right hand but Ribbler slips the punch.
It looked like Ribbler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Salieri scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ribbler doesn't seem bothered though.
A bone on bone clash there as Ribbler blocks the leg kick.
That kick from Salieri tenderised Ribbler's leg. Ribbler is trying to keep his angry face on.
Salieri throws a looping overhand right but Ribbler ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Salieri has a takedown stuffed.
Salieri uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbler.
A leg kick checked by Ribbler.
Salieri closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Salieri lands with a cross.
Ribbler wants to clinch but Salieri slips to the side
and Salieri counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ribbler thinking.
Salieri connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ribbler momentarily.
#CL#
Ribbler closes the distance and clinches.
Ribbler can't find room to land a body shot as Salieri controls the action.
A short uppercut from Salieri.
Salieri softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbler.
Ribbler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Salieri fails to land.
Ribbler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Salieri scores with a shot to the side of Ribbler's head. #T2#
Salieri lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Salieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Salieri has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Ribbler turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Salieri tries to improve position but can't.
Ribbler with the ground and pound but Salieri regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Ribbler wants to control but Salieri is keeping him busy.
Salieri moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ribbler trying to control but Salieri is working from the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ribbler throwing strikes but missing.
Salieri wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ribbler is now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Salieri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Salieri misses with a body shot.
Ribbler is looking to counter punch.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Salieri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Salieri misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Ribbler closes the distance and clinches.
Ribbler lands with a left to the head.
Salieri lands with a left to the head.
Ribbler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbler tries to pull guard but Salieri won't allow it.
Salieri swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Salieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Salieri leaning against his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Salieri.
Ribbler tries a body shot but Salieri blocks it.
Ribbler doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ibbe Ribbler has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ribbler lands with a short shot to the head.
Ribbler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Salieri throws a head punch that misses.
Salieri avoids a wild elbow strike from Ribbler.#T1##BC2#
Salieri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ribbler drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ribbler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Salieri misses with a right hand
and Ribbler counters with a stiff right hand.
Salieri scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ribbler has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Salieri.
Salieri misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ribbler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ribbler darts in trying to clinch
and Salieri counters with a leg kick.
Salieri throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL#
Ribbler pushes Salieri up against the ropes in a clinch.
Ribbler throws a punch but it's blocked by Salieri.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
Ribbler misses with the head strike.
Ribbler lands a hook to the side of the head.
Antonio Salieri is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ribbler misses with some punches.
Ribbler with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A frustrated look appears on Salieri's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Salieri has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbler.
A head punch on the inside from Salieri fails to land.
Ribbler working aggressively here.
Ribbler avoids the elbow strike from Salieri, against the ropes.
Ribbler can't find room to land a body shot as Salieri controls the action.
Nice body punch from Ribbler - that landed with a thud.
Ribbler fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Salieri escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Antonio Salieri seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Salieri throws a hook but Ribbler blocks it.
Ribbler quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Salieri scores with a shot to the body.
Antonio Salieri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribbler throws a hook but Salieri blocks it.
Salieri takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Salieri connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ribbler momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Antonio Salieri comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Salieri 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight for Antonio Salieri!
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Antonio Salieri!
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight for Antonio Salieri!
Antonio Salieri wins by unanimous decision!
Antonio Salieri thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
ADWGC Helsinki
Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 2357 p4p, 264 weight class) and Carlton Lassiter (ranked 2171 p4p, 244 weight class). Ribbler's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Bad Religion - Infected. Ibbe Ribbler had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Carlton Lassiter!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Tarja Halkonen and Johanna Lukiainen.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ribbler gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ribbler pulls guard.
Ribbler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lassiter is one step ahead there.
Ribbler working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lassiter sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ribbler's guard.
Ribbler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lassiter wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler pulls Lassiter in close to prevent any damage.
Ribbler trying to keep a closed guard but Lassiter is proving a slippery customer.
Ribbler has his foot on Lassiter's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lassiter works his way back into a safe position though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lassiter postures up.
Lassiter trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lassiter manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (0) Lassiter
Ribbler passes into half guard.
Lassiter is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lassiter gets back to full guard.
Lassiter looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lassiter looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lassiter lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (2) vs (2) Lassiter
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Lassiter tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler is trying to control the position but Lassiter postures up.
Ribbler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Lassiter wants to pass the guard but Ribbler is keeping the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ribbler pulls Lassiter in close to prevent any damage.
Lassiter forces his way into half guard.
Ribbler wants to control but Lassiter is keeping busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to improve his position but Lassiter is controlling well.
Ribbler trying to control here.
Ribbler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Lassiter is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ribbler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lassiter.
Ribbler tries to get to full guard but Lassiter has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ribbler working a defensive guard here.
Ribbler looking to control but Lassiter passes into half guard.
Lassiter wants to free his trapped foot but Ribbler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ribbler tries to roll over but Lassiter keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ribbler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ribbler is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Lassiter from controlling successfully.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Lassiter tries to pass.
Ribbler trying to control the position.
Ribbler looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Lassiter puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ribbler wants to control but Lassiter is keeping busy.
Ribbler is looking for a sweep. Lassiter is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ribbler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lassiter's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lassiter's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ribbler (6) vs (2) Lassiter
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lassiter trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Lassiter is really stuck here.
Lassiter is still trying to improve position.
Ribbler looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Lassiter is controlling Ribbler 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (6) vs (4) Lassiter
Ribbler is trying to keep Lassiter in close.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler seems keen to control Lassiter's posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ribbler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (8) vs (4) Lassiter
Lassiter throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ribbler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (11) vs (4) Lassiter
Lassiter gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ribbler (13) vs (4) Lassiter
Lassiter is trying desperately to improve position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lassiter tries to control the position but Ribbler now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (16) vs (4) Lassiter
Lassiter tries to break free.
Ribbler patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Ribbler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Ribbler looking to break Lassiter's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Lassiter remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ribbler will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Ribbler keeps control of the position as Lassiter tries to break free.
Ribbler is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Ribbler gets his hands free as Lassiter looks to control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Lassiter's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ribbler looking to break Lassiter's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Lassiter remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ribbler will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Lassiter is in a bad position with Ribbler working for a choke. Lassiter manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (16) vs (6) Lassiter
Lassiter wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
Ribbler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lassiter 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.
Ribbler seems keen to control Lassiter's posture.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lassiter trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lassiter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Lassiter from controlling successfully.
Ribbler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to hit a switch here but Lassiter passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ribbler there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (16) vs (9) Lassiter
Ribbler has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Ribbler (16) vs (12) Lassiter
Lassiter has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Ribbler is defending well but eventually Lassiter manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Ribbler has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Carlton Lassiter! |
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Event:
ADWGC 8
Date: Mar 10, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 2328 p4p, 266 weight class) and Grappling Penn (ranked 20657 p4p, 549 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Ribbler might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Bad Religion - Infected. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Grappling Penn enters the cage!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Grappling Penn!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Elvis Blanc and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ribbler moves into range and clinches up with Penn.
Penn has Ribbler pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ribbler manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Penn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ribbler is defending well.
Ribbler jumps guard and drags Penn to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Penn trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler controlling Penn's posture.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Penn tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler pulls Penn in close to his closed guard and prevents Penn from doing any damage or advancing position.
Penn is posturing up here but Ribbler has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Penn tries to roll out but it's too tight and Penn has to tap! Slick submission there by Ribbler!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ibbe Ribbler!
Our winner, Ibbe Ribbler, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
ADWGC 5
Date: Mar 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 2294 p4p, 262 weight class) and Winslow Berhardt (ranked 2425 p4p, 275 weight class). Ribbler comes into the arena with Bad Religion - Infected blaring out of the sound system. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Winslow Berhardt!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Trevor Gratis and Steve Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ribbler moves into range and clinches up with Berhardt.
Berhardt jumps guard.
Berhardt has his foot on Ribbler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ribbler works his way back into a safe position though.
Ribbler stands and throws Berhardt's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (3) vs (0) Berhardt
Berhardt can't do much from the bottom here.
Berhardt is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Berhardt looks calm but he's in trouble here. Ribbler gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Berhardt is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Ribbler lets go of the hold and Berhardt can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Winslow Berhardt stepped up to the mic, saying 'Next time I'll break him!'. |
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Event:
SYN Europe 96
Date: Jan 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a lunging right hand
and Ribbler makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kuznetsov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kuznetsov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Lads Lash Banter Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Ribbler slips the punch.
Ribbler just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Kuznetsov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ribbler.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
A nice side step and Ribbler releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ribbler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
No joy there for Kuznetsov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kuznetsov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kuznetsov wants it to stay on the feet.
Kuznetsov is looking to slow Ribbler down with leg kicks.
Ribbler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Kuznetsov counter with a right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kuznetsov, as that shot connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribbler looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Ribbler misses with a head kick.
#T1#
No joy there for Kuznetsov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kuznetsov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ribblers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ribbler darts in looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov gets double underhooks and turns Ribbler into the cage.
Kuznetsov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nikolai Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown but Kuznetsov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ribbler misses with an uppercut
and Kuznetsov counters with a three punch combo that has Ribbler backing up. Ribbler nods at Kuznetsov to acknowledge the strikes.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Ribbler moves out of range.
A nice side step and Ribbler releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ribbler lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kuznetsov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribbler has his takedown stuffed
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ribbler shoots in looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ribbler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ribbler misses with a body punch
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ribbler's knee momentarily.
Ribbler is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kuznetsov rather than just go for the knockout.#T2##TD2#
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kuznetsov napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Ribbler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Ribbler has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Ribbler taking a breather here. #SUB2#
Ribbler wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kuznetsov, who protects the arm well.
Ribbler grinds an elbow into Kuznetsov's temple. #T3##SUB2#
Ribbler looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet.
Ribbler working the ground and pound but Kuznetsov is defending the strikes. #SUB2#
Ribbler is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kuznetsov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ribbler throws an elbow but Kuznetsov slips to the side and avoids it well.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Ribbler swings around for an armbar but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Ribbler's guard.#SUB2#
Ribbler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kuznetsov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Ribbler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kuznetsov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ribbler controlling Kuznetsov's posture.
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kuznetsov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kuznetsov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kuznetsov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
It looks like Ibbe Ribbler has been cut.
Kuznetsov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ribbler missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that half lands.
Ribbler tries a low kick but Kuznetsov avoids it.
Ribbler has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Ribbler tries for a takedown but Kuznetsov circles away easily
and Ribbler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ribbler connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
Ribbler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ribbler with a hook.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Ribbler misses with a straight right.
Ribbler throws a shot from downtown. Kuznetsov moves away and avoids it.
Kuznetsov lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheers as Kuznetsov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ribbler doesn't seem phased though.
Kuznetsov ducks right into an uppercut from Ribbler.
Ribbler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kuznetsov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nikolai Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
Ribbler connects with a right hand. Kuznetsov shakes it off.
Ribbler cracks Kuznetsov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kuznetsov needs to keep his hands up - Ribbler had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Ribbler fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kuznetsov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kuznetsov scoring well with a low kick there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ribbler is defended easily by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ribbler lands with a good body shot.
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Ribbler is out of range.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Ribbler tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Ribbler misses with a right hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ribbler throws a leg kick which misses Kuznetsov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kuznetsov tries to avoid it. #T3#
Kuznetsov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ribbler darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbler.
Kuznetsov punishes Ribbler's body with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov thows a left - swing and a miss!
It seemed like Ribbler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Ribbler moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Ribbler.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Ribbler's head but Ribbler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kuznetsov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ribbler in his tracks.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown but Kuznetsov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Ribbler.
Ribbler takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T4#
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kuznetsov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ribbler's hands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick
and Ribbler counters with a good low kick that Kuznetsov was not able to check.
Kuznetsov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A punch combination from Kuznetsov misses.
Ribbler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Nice jab there from Kuznetsov.
A punch combination from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ribbler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kuznetsov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kuznetsov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ibbe Ribbler's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ribbler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbler takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kuznetsov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ribbler can do to turn this around?
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Ribbler.
Kuznetsov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ribbler counters with a slapping leg kick. #TD2#
Ribbler shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kuznetsov is trying to defend but Ribbler finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ribbler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kuznetsov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ribbler throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Kuznetsov is trying to stand.
Ribbler is taking a breather. Kuznetsov 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.#SUB2#
Ribbler wants to work for an arm triangle but Kuznetsov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kuznetsov taking some punishment here, with Ribbler in his half guard.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand up here but Ribbler is controlling him well.
Kuznetsov 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#ES#
Kuznetsov kicks off Ribbler and gets to his feet.
Ribbler bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kuznetsov's head backwards.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ribbler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Ribbler looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Ribbler lands a nice hook to Kuznetsov's body. Kuznetsov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ribbler dodges the punch combination from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Ribbler appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ribbler has a takedown stuffed.
Ribbler throws a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head but Kuznetsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ribbler misses with a looping left.#T3#
Kuznetsov sizes up Ribbler with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ribbler has his takedown stuffed
enabling Kuznetsov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Ribbler has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ribbler shoots and misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a straight right hand.
Nikolai Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
Ribbler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ribbler has his takedown stuffed
and Kuznetsov counters with a straight right hand.
Ribbler tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kuznetsov tries to bum rush Ribbler with a series of wild strikes but Ribbler uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ribbler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov. #T4#
Ribbler blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
A countering left hand to the body from Ribbler misses.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ribbler misses with an uppercut
and Kuznetsov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbler moves away.
Ribbler misses with a jab to the body
and Kuznetsov counters with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kuznetsov slaps away a takedown attempt from Ribbler, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ribbler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Ribbler misses with a hook
and Kuznetsov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kuznetsov, 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kuznetsov!
Nikolai Kuznetsov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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DARE 92
Date: Jan 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Pesonen throws a lazy right hand but Ribbler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pesonen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbler.
Ribbler slips a jab from Pesonen.
No luck for Ribbler with that takedown attempt.
Ribbler throws a push kick but Pesonen slaps the foot to one side.
Ribbler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Ribbler closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Ribbler working away.
Pesonen tries to improve position but can't.
Pesonen wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Pesonen is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
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.
Ribbler creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pesonen sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Pesonen is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ribbler off and has taken his back!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Pesonen working for a choke but Ribbler is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Pesonen has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ribbler tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Pesonen looking for the choke but no joy.
Ribbler tries to roll but Pesonen sticks to his back.
Ribbler is working hard here to advance position.
Ribbler rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pesonen working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Ribbler gets full guard.#T2#
Pesonen is working Ribbler over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Pesonen forces his way into half guard.
Ribbler keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pesonen wants to take a breather but Ribbler is having none of it.
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Pesonen is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ribbler sees it coming and defends easily.
Ribbler tries to get to full guard but Pesonen has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Pesonen is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ribbler gets back to full guard.
#T3##SUB#
Ribbler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pesonen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pesonen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ribbler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ribbler 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.
Pesonen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Pesonen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ribbler working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ribbler wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Ribbler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pesonen trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pesonen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pesonen misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Pesonen moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ribbler lands a body shot. #BC2#
Pesonen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ribbler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pesonen manages to avoid it.
Pesonen misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Pesonen shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jallu Pesonen dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Ribbler tries to clinch but Pesonen is having none of it. #CL2#
Pesonen moves into range and clinches up with Ribbler.
Pesonen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ribbler tries to land a knee to the head but Pesonen blocks with his arms.
Ribbler working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ribbler utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Pesonen avoids the elbow strike from Ribbler, against the cage.
Pesonen working hard to break the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Pesonen.
Pesonen lands with a left to the head.
Ribbler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pesonen misses with the head strike.
A body shot lands from Pesonen.
Pesonen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pesonen tries to work over Ribbler's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pesonen struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbler controls his hands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pesonen throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbler.
Pesonen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pesonen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1#
A short left from Pesonen.
Pesonen is looking to break free of the clinch but Ribbler has double underhooks.
Pesonen misses with some punches.
Our sources have told us that Ribbler has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Pesonen misses with some punches.
Pesonen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Pesonen.
Ribbler throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pesonen.
Pesonen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pesonen lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ribbler tries to throw a body punch but Pesonen avoids it by throwing Ribbler back against the cage.
Ribbler trying to control the position but instead, Pesonen has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ribbler into the cage.
Pesonen struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbler controls his hands.
Ribbler unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Pesonen lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Pesonen as the two fighters clinch.
Pesonen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ribblers head. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pesonen takes a knee right on the jaw!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
Pesonen is leaning against Ribbler and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short left from Pesonen.
Ribbler is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ribbler taking a breather.
Maybe Ribbler would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
Ribbler tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbler working aggressively here.
Pesonen gets through Ribbler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ribbler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pesonen lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbler backwards. #BC2#
Pesonen breaks the clinch.
Pesonen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ribblers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ribbler 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 Pesonen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pesonen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#TD2#
Pesonen shoots in and bounces Ribbler off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Pesonen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Pesonen postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Jallu Pesonen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ribbler looking to control.
Pesonen stopping the sweep attempt from Ribbler.
Pesonen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ribbler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ribbler looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribbler, not yet.
Pesonen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler seems keen to control Pesonen's posture.
Pesonen cracks Ribbler with a solid left hand.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ribbler can't keep his opponent in guard - Pesonen advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ribbler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pesonen is pushing down on Ribbler's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ribbler is fighting to maintain full guard but Pesonen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ribbler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pesonen is working away from the top position though.
Ribbler is trying to control but Pesonen passes into side control!
Ribbler is trying to control Pesonen's posture but Pesonen avoids it.
Pesonen lands some shots froms side control.
Pesonen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working.
Ribbler tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jallu Pesonen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Pesonen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ribbler is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Pesonen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ribbler is out of range and Pesonen settles back down.
Ribbler throws a right hand that misses
#CL2#
and Pesonen counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Ribbler looking to throw knees to the head but Pesonen is blocking nicely.
Pesonen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ribblers head.
Ribbler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Pesonen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pesonen scores with the left hand. Ribbler knows he should have avoided that one.
A good leg kick by Pesonen.
Ribbler misses with a leg kick
and Pesonen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ribbler moves out of range of the strikes.
Pesonen scores with a nice strike.
Pesonen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbler.
Ribbler throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An inside leg kick from Ribbler misses. #TD#
Ribbler fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Pesonen to the ground. Ribbler is now in Pesonen's guard.
Pesonen is trying to control the position but Ribbler postures up. #T1##SUB2#
Pesonen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pesonen is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pesonen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbler is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Pesonen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ribbler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pesonen has managed to get both his arms back between Ribbler's legs - danger averted.
Ribbler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pesonen is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Ribbler has his foot on Pesonen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pesonen works his way back into a safe position though.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Pesonen from controlling successfully.
Pesonen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Pesonen looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pesonen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Ribbler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pesonen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pesonen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ribbler holds on and takes a little breather.
Pesonen tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbler is retaining full guard. #T3#
Ribbler looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribbler, not yet.
Pesonen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Pesonen passes Ribbler's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ribbler trying to hold on to Pesonen's head to control him but Pesonen postures up.
#SUB2#
Pesonen is working for a submission of some sort.
Pesonen is controlling the pace.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ribbler is staying active underneath Pesonen, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Pesonen is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ribbler defends it well.
Ribbler trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Pesonen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pesonen is keen to just control but Ribbler is a slippery customer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jallu Pesonen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Pesonen has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jallu Pesonen!
A very excited looking Jallu Pesonen rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
DARE 85
Date: Nov 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Fagan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fagan misses with an uppercut
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fagan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribbler.
Ribbler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Fagan defends well and Ribbler ends up having to push Fagan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ribbler scores with a body shot.
Ribbler throws out a leg kick but Fagan moves out of range and Ribbler only half commits. #CL#
Fagan clinches.
Fagan throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
Fagan is leaning against Ribbler and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ribbler holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Ribbler goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fagan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fagan blocks a body shot from Ribbler.
Fagan tries to throw a body punch but Ribbler avoids it by throwing Fagan back against the cage.
Ribbler with a knee to the head.
Fagan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD2#
Ribbler has clasped his hands together around Fagan's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fagan is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Fagan regains half guard.
Fagan is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Ribbler is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fagan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Fagan is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but Fagan defending well.
Fagan is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Crapollas Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fagan keeping hold of Ribbler's head, controlling as best he can.
Ribbler lands strikes from half guard.
Fagan manages to get to full guard.
Ribbler won't allow Fagan to sweep him here. #T2#
Ribbler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fagan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler won't allow Fagan to get back to his feet.
Fagan can't keep his opponent in guard - Ribbler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Fagan trying to control here.
Fagan is trying to stand.
Ribbler missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ribbler is thwarting Fagan's attempts to control the position.
Ribbler throwing shots but Fagan is blocking nicely.
Fagan is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribbler prevents Fagan from standing back up.
#T3#
Ribbler content to control rather than advance.
Fagan tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Fagan is trying to stand up here but Ribbler is controlling him well.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Fagan is defending well. #SUB2#
Ribbler is trying to work for a kimura but Fagan is defending well.
Fagan is looking for a sweep. Ribbler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fagan is trying to control but can't.
Fagan tries to roll over but Ribbler keeps him under control.
Fagan regains full guard. Nicely done. #ES#
Fagan is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Ribbler blocking some punches.
#T4#
Ribbler presses Fagan against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fagan working aggressively here.
Fagan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ribbler lands a nice uppercut.
Fagan pushes Ribbler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ribbler prevents a body shot from Fagan.
Fagan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left hand lands to the body for Ribbler.
Ribbler with a knee to the head.
Ribbler misses with a knee strike.
Fagan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbler lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ribbler prevents a body shot from Fagan.
Ribbler blocks a body shot from Fagan.
Ribbler scores with a knee to the head.
Fagan can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbler controls the action.
Fagan has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbler.
Fagan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ribbler looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ibbe Ribbler will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ribbler throws an off balance right hand
and Fagan counters with a left to the body.
Fagan walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fagan throws a nice looking combination but Ribbler bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fagan misses with a looping right.
Fagan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbler moves away.
Good exchange - Fagan coming out on top.
Fagan throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ribbler counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#
Fagan is rocked!
Ribbler connects with a solid leg kick.
Oh Fagan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Good leg kick by Ribbler there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Ribbler throws a push kick but Fagan slaps the foot to one side.
Fagan throws a big shot that misses.
Ribbler fails with the takedown
and Fagan counters with a straight right hand.
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from Fagan.
Ribbler explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Fagan seems to have got his legs back now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fagan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ribbler.
Ribbler with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fagan to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Fagan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ribbler moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ribbler throws a right hand that misses
letting Fagan counter with a right hand.
Ribbler misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ribbler chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ribbler, right into the meat.
Fagan throws a hook but Ribbler avoids it easily.
Fagan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Paddy Fagan is winning the standup battle so far.
Fagan throws a body punch but Ribbler moves out of range.
Ribbler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fagan cracks Ribbler with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fagan throws an overhand right that lands on Ribbler's shoulder, as Ribbler tries to avoid the shot.
Ribbler tries to land a leg kick but Fagan saw it coming and moves away.
Fagan is looking for a counter combo.
Fagan checks a leg kick.#T2#
Ribbler throws a lazy body kick
and Ribbler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ribbler throws a leg kick
and Fagan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fagan moves forwards but Ribbler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ribbler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Paddy Fagan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
Good leg kick by Ribbler there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Ribbler throws a leg kick
and Fagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fagan. Ribbler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribbler doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ribbler misses with a hook
and Fagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ribbler swats away the attempt to clinch by Fagan.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fagan. Ribbler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribbler lands with a good body shot.#T3#
Ribbler throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Fagan. That snapped Ribbler's head back.
Fagan misses the shot to the body.
Fagan walks into a left hand.
Fagan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ribbler under the eye.
Ribbler throws a leg kick but Fagan sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Fagan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ribbler lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice cross by Fagan.
Ribbler moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fagan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ribbler at a distance.
#TD2#
Ribbler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Fagan looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fagan is looking to get back to his feet here but Ribbler is keeping cool and he's managed to take Fagan's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fagan wants to control his opponent's hands but Ribbler gets his hands free. #T4#
Even with his hooks in, Ribbler manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Fagan trying to control the position but Ribbler manages to sink in the hooks.
Fagan is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ribbler is landing with strikes. Fagan can't take much more of this.
Fagan tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Ribbler scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Fagan?
Fagan is trying to escape the mount.
Fagan wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Ribbler landing strikes from the mount and Fagan is in trouble!
Ribbler tries to control but Fagan wriggling away.
Fagan wants to hold on but Ribbler pushes him away.
Ribbler is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Fagan is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ibbe Ribbler will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ribbler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fagan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ribbler scores with a nice strike.
Ribbler swings widly with a right hand
and Fagan counters with a stiff right hand.
Fagan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ribbler throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A low kick from Ribbler is predictable there
and Fagan counters with a nice uppercut.
Fagan misses with a lunging right hand
and Ribbler counters with a leg kick.
Ribbler throws a low kick but Fagan moves out of range easily.
Ribbler thows a leg kick but Fagan checks it
and Fagan counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ribbler.
Ribbler feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Fagan's calf.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ribbler or perhaps it was just good defense by Fagan, which made it look bad.
Fagan is looking to counter punch.
Fagan swings for the body but Ribbler moves out of range.
#T1#
Ribbler connects with an inside leg kick.
Paddy Fagan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A lazy body kick from Ribbler
letting Fagan counter with a right hand.
Fagan lands a jab to Ribbler's midsection.
Ribbler throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fagan counters with a straight right hand.
Fagan looks to throw the jab but Ribbler is out of range.
Fagan jabs at Ribbler's body.
Fagan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ribbler.
Nice sprawl there from Fagan as Ribbler shoots in.
Ribbler misses with a low kick.
Fagan lands with an uppercut that bounces Ribbler off the cage and back into range.
Fagan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ribbler was well out of range. Poor timing from Fagan.
Ribbler follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Fagan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A low kick from Ribbler misses
and Fagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Ribbler takes a shot right to the bread basket.
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!
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Paddy Fagan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
Fagan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbler moves away.
It seemed like Ribbler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ribbler throws a leg kick
and Fagan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fagan swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribbler.
Fagan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ribbler goes for a double leg but Fagan avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fagan continues to drive forward.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ribbler 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 Fagan has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Fagan and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Fagan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The fighters circling - Fagan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ibbe Ribbler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Fagan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fagan throws a big shot that misses.
Fagan moves in looking to clinch but Ribbler pushes him off.
Ribbler scores with a hook to the body. Fagan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ribbler drops his hands momentarily and Fagan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ribbler finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Fagan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ribbler.
Ribbler throws a leg kick that is checked
and Fagan counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Ribbler manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Fagan on his heels. He'll look to pass Fagan's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Fagan pushes Ribbler off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fagan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ribbler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fagan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fagan appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T4##TD2#
Fagan gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Fagan is looking to stand up but Ribbler isn't so interested in that idea.
Ribbler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Fagan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Paddy Fagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ribbler's corner is telling him to maintain position.#ES#
Fagan pushes Ribbler off and scrambles back to his feet.
Nice uppercut there from Ribbler.
A cross from Fagan lands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Paddy Fagan showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ribbler has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
TGC 80
Date: Nov 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Cadman digs a good hook to Ribbler's body.
Cayden Cadman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cadman cracks Ribbler with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Cadman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribbler looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Cadman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cadman has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL2#
Ribbler gets tackled into the cage by Cadman . Cadman maintains the clinch.
Ribbler connects with a nasty looking knee right to Cadman 's face.
Cadman throws a head punch that misses.
Ribbler blocks an uppercut.
Cadman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Our sources have told us that Ribbler has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Ribbler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbler blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cadman misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbler blocks an uppercut.
Ribbler blocking some punches.
Cadman lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbler backwards.
Cadman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cadman misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribbler has a couple of punches blocked by Cadman .
Ribbler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cadman throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbler.
Ribbler is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cadman is defending well for now.#T1#
Ribbler blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cadman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cadman lands with a light punch inside.
Ribbler throws a head punch that misses.
Cadman lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ribbler lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ribbler tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Cadman misses with the head strike.
Cadman misses with a body punch.
Ribbler'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.
Ribbler blocking some punches.
Ribbler blocking some punches.
A shot in the inside from Cadman .
Ribbler throws a punch but it's blocked by Cadman .
Cadman manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Cadman scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Ribbler blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbler blocking some punches.
Cadman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Cadman scores with a nice short uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cadman blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
Come on Ribbler - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#BC2#
Cadman breaks the clinch.
Ribbler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbler attempts a counter takedown but Cadman avoids it well and moves away.
Cadman tries to clinch up but Ribbler circles away and keeps his distance.
Cadman ducks right into an uppercut from Ribbler.
Cadman jabs at Ribbler's body.
Cadman misses with a wild body shot.
Cadman lands a jab.
Cadman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cadman lands a right hook to the body.
#T3#
Cadman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cadman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ribbler closes the distance and clinches up with Cadman , looking for a takedown. Ribbler pushes Cadman against the cage but Cadman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibbe Ribbler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cadman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ribbler defending well as Cadman loads up on a big left hand.
Cadman takes a swing at Ribbler's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Ribbler misses the target.
Cadman is looking to chop away at Ribbler's legs.
Cadman wants to clinch.
Cadman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ribbler at a distance.
Ribbler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cadman .
#T4#
Ribbler slips under a jab.
Ribbler throwing a counter right hand but Cadman manages to avoid it.
Ribbler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ribbler showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cadman .
Cadman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ribbler.
Cadman cracks a nice hook into Ribbler's ribs.#CL2#
Cadman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Cadman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cadman lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ribbler or not.
Cadman throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbler.
Cadman lands a left hand.
#TD#
Ribbler pulls guard effortlessly.
Cadman trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Cadman 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.
Ribbler is trying to keep Cadman in close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cayden Cadman dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ribbler takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cadman jabs at Ribbler's body.#TD#
Ribbler scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Cadman on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ribbler prevents Cadman from standing back up.
Ribbler is looking to advance position but Cadman won't allow it.
Ribbler not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler stops Cadman from getting back to his feet.
Cadman regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Ribbler.
Ribbler throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Ribbler throws an elbow that misses. Cadman uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ribbler's guard. Nice move by Cadman !#REVB##SUB#
Ribbler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Cadman 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.
Cadman wants to stand but Ribbler has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Cadman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ribbler 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.#SU2#
Cadman stands up from Ribbler's guard - Cadman perhaps looking for a knockout.
Cadman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cadman lands with a straight right. Ribbler didn't see that one coming.
Cadman is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ribbler rather than just go for the knockout.#T2#
Cadman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ribbler looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cadman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ribbler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cadman defends well and Ribbler ends up having to push Cadman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cadman lands a body shot.
Cadman misses with a straight right.
Cadman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cadman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cadman throws a looping overhand right but Ribbler ducks down to avoid it.
Cayden Cadman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cadman throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice uppercut lands for Cadman . That snapped Ribbler's head back.
Ribbler will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Cadman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cadman works Ribbler's body with a nice hook.
Cadman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ribbler counters with a straight right hand.
Ribbler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cadman looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribbler is just out of range.#T3#
Ribbler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cadman throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Cadman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ribbler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Cadman throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cadman thuds a left hand into Ribbler's body.#CL2#
Cadman moves into range and clinches up with Ribbler.
Cadman lands a left hand.
Cadman misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Cadman fails to land.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ribbler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbler tries to land a knee to the head but Cadman blocks with his arms.
Ribbler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cadman scores with a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbler. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cadman .
Ribbler is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibbe Ribbler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cadman is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Cadman working aggressively here.
Cadman can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbler controls the action.
Cadman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ribbler tries to pull guard but Cadman won't allow it.
Ribbler tries to pull guard but Cadman holds him up against the cage and eventually Ribbler drops back down to his feet.
Cadman tries to work over Ribbler's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cadman on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cadman lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ribbler or not.
Cadman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribbler backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cadman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cadman .
Cadman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cadman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ribbler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cadman 's elbow.
Ribbler working aggressively here.
Ribbler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cayden Cadman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Ribbler shoots in and bounces Cadman off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Ribbler 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.
Cadman wants to get back to his feet but Ribbler is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ribbler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cadman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cadman is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Cadman wanted to stand there but Ribbler had control of the position. #SU2#
Cadman gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T1#
Ribbler swats away the attempt to clinch by Cadman .
A little feinted left hand from Ribbler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cadman throws an overhand right that lands on Ribbler's shoulder, as Ribbler tries to avoid the shot.
Ribbler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ribbler darts in looking for a takedown but Cadman gets double underhooks and turns Ribbler into the cage. #TD#
Ribbler looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Cadman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ibbe Ribbler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#ES2#
Cadman uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Cadman swings for the body but Ribbler moves out of range.
Ribbler changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice body punch from Cadman .
Cadman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Cadman clinches up with Ribbler and pushes him back against the cage.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cadman . #BC2#
Cadman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cadman wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Cadman cracks Ribbler with a good jab.
Cadman is looking to clinch.
Cadman scoring well with a low kick there.
Cadman punishes Ribbler's body with a nice straight punch.
Cadman moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Cadman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A swing and a miss from Cadman .
Ribbler lands with a good body shot.
Ribbler looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibbe Ribbler. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Ribbler fails with the takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cadman throws a one two combo.
#CL2#
Cadman moves into the clinch.
Cadman gets through Ribbler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Cadman .
Cadman misses with some punches.
Cadman makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cadman content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Ribbler throws a punch but it's blocked by Cadman .
Cadman throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbler.
Cadman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ribbler tries to score a body lock takedown but Cadman shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Cadman prevents a body shot from Ribbler.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ribbler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Cadman misses with a punch on the inside.
Cadman scores with a shoulder strike.
Cadman lands with a short shot to the head.
Cadman is looking to control Ribbler's arms but Ribbler gets an underhook and turns him. Now Cadman has his back to the cage.
Ribbler lands a hook that snaps the head of Cadman backwards.
Cadman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cadman blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Cadman .
Cadman works on Ribbler's body with a couple of short punches.
Cayden Cadman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Cadman takes a knee right on the jaw!
Cadman misses with some punches.
Cadman throws a head punch that misses.
Ribbler with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cayden Cadman seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ribbler throws a punch but it's blocked by Cadman .
Cadman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cadman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ribbler manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
A head punch on the inside from Ribbler fails to land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cayden Cadman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cadman has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cayden Cadman !
Post fight, an emotional Cayden Cadman said 'I am the face of the division, and after this win I want Escobar #NEWERA #Cadmantime '.
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Event:
CCF 38
Date: Sep 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Donde shoots for a takedown but Ribbler saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Donde gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Donde with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Ribbler counter with a right hand.
Donde fails to land the takedown.
A little feinted left hand from Ribbler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raymond Donde.
Ribbler defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Donde.
Donde shoots in for a takedown but Ribbler shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ribbler stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ribbler wants it to stay on the feet.
Ribbler throwing a counter right hand but Donde manages to avoid it.
Donde tries to clinch but Ribbler moves out of range.
Donde fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Donde shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribbler sprawls well. Ribbler wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Donde gets slowly back to his feet.
Ribbler is looking for a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Donde slips a jab and a cross from Ribbler.
#TD2#
Donde dives in and scores a takedown into Ribbler's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Donde tries to pass.
Donde works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Ribbler is looking to improve his position.
Ribbler works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ribbler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Ribbler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Donde advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Donde looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Donde in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Ribbler is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Raymond Donde!
Raymond Donde decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
CCF 33: McKane vs Ribbler
Date: Aug 25, 2018 |
#R1#
McKane connects with a crisp jab.
McKane connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ribbler. Ribbler circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McKane connects with a body shot that sends Ribbler's belly button to the back.
Ribbler misses with a right hand
and McKane counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ribbler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbler takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McKane slips a jab from Ribbler.
McKane misses with a straight left.
Ribbler throws a combination that misses
and McKane counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McKane connects with a nice looking jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKane misses with a right hand
and Ribbler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ribbler's jab looks to have found its range, popping McKane under the eye.
McKane scores with a sloppy right hand. Ribbler should have avoided that one.
Ribbler takes a swing at McKane's ribcage but misses.
McKane paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
McKane connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ribbler's hands.
McKane scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Ribbler throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKane appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A jab from McKane finds it's way through Ribbler's defenses.
Ribbler tried to score with a low kick but McKane checks it.
Ribbler takes one to the side of the head.
Ribbler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McKane is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ribbler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKane moves away.
McKane scores with a decent looking hook.
McKane is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ribbler misses with a right hand
and McKane connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ribbler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McKane misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribbler.
A countering left hand to the body from Ribbler misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Ribbler has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
McKane dips to his left and cracks Ribbler with an uppercut!
Ribbler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McKane moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McKane moves out of range as Ribbler strikes.
Ribbler walks into a straight right hand from McKane.
McKane wants to clinch up but Ribbler keeps it at a distance.
McKane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribbler manages to avoid it.
McKane misses with a wild body shot.
McKane throws an off balance right hand
and Ribbler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ribbler takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ribbler works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McKane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbler throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McKane throws a lazy uppercut
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McKane throws a big shot that misses.
McKane tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice body punch from McKane.
Nice defenses there by Ribbler.#T3#
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from McKane.
Ribbler misses with a hook to the body
and McKane counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ribbler scores with a spinning back kick!
Ribbler lands a jab-cross combination.
McKane looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribbler is just out of range.
Ribbler looks to land a combination. McKane sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Ribbler moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McKane tries to clinch but Ribbler moves out of range.
Ribbler cracks the inside of McKane's front leg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribbler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McKane.
McKane uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ribbler.
A punch lands to the side of McKane 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McKane takes a swing at Ribbler's ribcage but misses.
Ribbler throws a hook but McKane blocks it.#T4#
Ribbler throws a body shot but no joy.
Ribbler scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McKane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbler moves away.
Ribbler scores with a nice strike.
McKane takes one on the button.
McKane connects with a looping right hand.
Ribbler lunges at McKane with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McKane's hand. #ROC2#
McKane is rocked!
Ribbler drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Oh McKane is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ribbler throws a poor cross that misses
and McKane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ribbler throws a head kick but McKane moves out of range.
McKane seems to have got his legs back now.
McKane lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ribbler misses with a right hand
and McKane counters with a left to the body.
Ribbler on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ribbler drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
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 Taz McKane will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McKane displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ribbler throws out the jab.
Ribbler has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McKane misses the shot to the body.
Ribbler fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McKane.
Ribbler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McKane.
Ribbler feints and then cracks McKane's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McKane down.
A big right from McKane misses.
Ribbler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McKane.
Ribbler misses with a straight left.
Sloppy strikes from Ribbler. Those never looked like landing.
Ribbler scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from McKane misses the target.
McKane swings for the body but Ribbler moves out of range.
Ribbler misses with a looping left.
McKane on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McKane misses with a body shot
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Ribbler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McKane looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribbler is just out of range.
Ribbler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab from Ribbler finds it's way through McKane's defenses.
A shot to the liver by Ribbler. Beautiful body shot.
McKane lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
McKane throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McKane tries to clinch up.
Ribbler throws a right and a left that McKane avoids nicely.
Ribbler fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McKane cracks Ribbler with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McKane fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McKane is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ribbler.
A little jabbing left from Ribbler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
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!
McKane scores with a body shot.
McKane scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
McKane misses with a looping right.
Ribbler scores with a three punch combo!
Ribbler moves out of range as McKane strikes.
McKane is looking to clinch.
McKane misses with an uppercut
and Ribbler counters with a nice uppercut.
McKane takes a jab right on the kisser.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ribbler.
A big right from Ribbler misses.
A swing and a miss from Ribbler.
Ribbler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKane was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbler.
Ribbler throws a sloppy head kick and McKane moves out of range easily.
McKane throwing a counter right hand but Ribbler manages to avoid it.
Ribbler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McKane was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ribbler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McKane. #T3#
McKane waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbler.
McKane pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McKane scores with the left hand. Ribbler knows he should have avoided that one.
McKane misses with a hook. Ribbler ducked under it nicely.
A swing and a miss from McKane.
McKane misses with a left hand
and Ribbler counters with a one-two to the body.
McKane tries to clinch up but Ribbler circles away and keeps his distance.
Ribbler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKane.
Ribbler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKane.
McKane swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McKane defending well as Ribbler loads up on a big left hand.
McKane swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A swing and a miss from McKane.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ribbler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4#
McKane tries to throw a body punch but Ribbler avoids it by throwing McKane back against the cage.
McKane swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbler uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbler.
McKane lands a body punch in the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ribbler jumps guard but McKane turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McKane misses with some punches.
McKane misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ribbler tries to throw a body punch but McKane avoids it by throwing Ribbler back against the cage.
Ribbler with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ribbler lands a hook that snaps the head of McKane backwards.
Ribbler prevents a body shot from McKane.
Ribbler lands a nice uppercut.
Ribbler misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ribbler lands with a short shot to the head.
Ribbler misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibbe Ribbler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McKane.
Ribbler's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ribbler duly obliges.
Ribbler defending well as McKane loads up on a big left hand.
Ribbler throws a head kick but McKane moves out of range.
A big right from McKane misses.
McKane throws an off balance right hand
letting Ribbler counter with a right hand.
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from McKane.
McKane lands a jab.
McKane looks to clinch
and Ribbler counters with a right hand to the body.
McKane takes a swing at Ribbler's ribcage but misses.
Ribbler circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ribbler looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McKane avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McKane looks to land a right hand but Ribbler moved out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good standup being displayed there by Ribbler as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Ribbler misses with an uppercut
letting McKane counter with a right hand.
McKane misses with a hook
and Ribbler counters with a stiff right hand.
Ribbler misses with a hook
and McKane counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ribbler misses with a lunging right hand
letting McKane counter with a right hand.
Ribbler keeps the fight on the outside.
McKane tries to clinch there but Ribbler circles away.
Ribbler misses with a shot to the body
and McKane counters with a straight right hand.
Ribbler misses with a straight right. #CL#
McKane moves into the clinch.
Ribbler landing some nice looking knees to the body.
McKane misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbler tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McKane.
Ribbler misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKane misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from McKane.
Ribbler is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McKane is defending well for now.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbler.
McKane lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Good body shot from McKane.
McKane lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ribbler or not.
Ribbler lands a nice shot to the body.
McKane lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McKane has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbler.
A short body shot lands from McKane as the two fighters clinch.
Taz McKane has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McKane tries a body shot but Ribbler blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ribbler.
McKane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbler swings wildly with an uppercut but McKane uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Ribbler gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T3#
Ribbler won't allow McKane to get back to his feet.
McKane keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but McKane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKane is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ribbler is controlling him.
Ribbler with a flurry of punches that miss. #ES#
McKane manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Ribbler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McKane pushes Ribbler back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McKane lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from McKane.
McKane misses with a punch to the body.
McKane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbler lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
A nice left hand lands by McKane.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
McKane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbler's elbow.
McKane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McKane misses with a hook to the ribs.
McKane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbler tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McKane avoids it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good body shot from Ribbler.
McKane prevents a body shot from Ribbler.
McKane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ribbler prevents a body shot from McKane.
Ribbler scores with a shoulder strike.
Ribbler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Ribbler.
McKane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McKane misses with some punches.
McKane softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Taz McKane did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Ribbler lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McKane circles away quickly and effectively.
Ribbler misses with a head kick.
Ribbler ducks right into an uppercut from McKane.
McKane misses with a body shot.
McKane connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A jab lands there for McKane.
McKane misses with an uppercut.
Ribbler unleashes a big counter combination but McKane bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
McKane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McKane throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbler counters with a nice uppercut.
Ibbe Ribbler seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKane fails in his attempt to clinch.
McKane comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ribbler looks to land a right hand but McKane moved out of range.
Ribbler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ribbler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McKane misses the shot to the body. #T1#
McKane misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribbler.
Ribbler takes one on the button.
McKane jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ribbler throws a series of punches but McKane moves out of range.
A cross from McKane lands.
McKane jabs Ribbler to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ribbler throws out a loose jab but McKane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ribbler blocks a jab.
Ribbler swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McKane.
Ribbler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ribbler throws a lazy right hand but McKane sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab lands there for Ribbler.
McKane throws an overhand right that lands on Ribbler's shoulder, as Ribbler tries to avoid the shot.
Ribbler steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T2#
McKane throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ribbler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
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!
Ribbler moves out of range as McKane strikes.
Ribbler moves away from the strike by McKane.
Ribbler gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ribbler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ribbler avoids the body shot from McKane.
Ribbler swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ribbler looks to land a combination but McKane avoids it well.
Ribbler looks to land a left hand but McKane moved out of range nicely.
Ribbler slips a jab from McKane.
Nice cross by Ribbler.
Ribbler throws a right hand that misses
and McKane counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ribbler takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
McKane lands with a hook. Ribbler tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ribbler throws a shot from downtown. McKane moves away and avoids it.
McKane connects with a body shot that sends Ribbler's belly button to the back.
McKane with a hook.
McKane waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbler.
Ribbler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKane lands an overhand right.
Ribbler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McKane misses with an uppercut.
McKane misses with a straight left.
Ribbler slips under a jab from McKane.
Ribbler let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ribbler moves out of range as McKane strikes.
McKane bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
A slow jab from Ribbler misses its intended target.
McKane was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ribbler throws a head kick but McKane moves out of range.
Ribbler takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good standup being displayed there by McKane as he connects with a hook.
McKane moves in looking to clinch but Ribbler pushes him off.
Ribbler slips a straight right by McKane.
The fighters circling - Ribbler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McKane is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ribbler.
A little jabbing left from Ribbler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McKane tries to clinch but Ribbler is having none of it.
Ribbler takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McKane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKane keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ribbler.
McKane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Taz McKane had his way with Ibbe Ribbler in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Ribbler thumps McKane with a low kick.
Ribbler throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting McKane counter with a right hand.
McKane uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ribbler.
McKane loads up on a big right hand but Ribbler slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from McKane. Ribbler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribbler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McKane.
McKane throws a hook to the side of Ribbler's head but Ribbler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McKane is looking to clinch but Ribbler is avoiding it.
McKane bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ribbler's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKane lands a lovely overhand right.
McKane looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribbler is just out of range.
McKane lands a nice shot that snaps Ribbler's head back.
McKane jabs at Ribbler's body.
Ribbler lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McKane circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
McKane jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ribbler throws a jab but it's blocked by McKane.
McKane looks to land a right hand but Ribbler moved out of range.
Ribbler fails to land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from McKane misses the target.
Ribbler lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Ribbler slips a jab from McKane.
A big left from McKane misses.
Ribbler thows a left - swing and a miss!
McKane throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribbler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McKane misses with a straight left.
McKane throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McKane throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ribbler looks to score with a jab to the body but McKane is just out of range.
It looked like McKane wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McKane scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ribbler throws an off balance right hand
and McKane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ribbler tries to bum rush McKane with a series of wild strikes but McKane uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A counter left hand to the body from McKane misses its target.
Ribbler tests McKane's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ribbler throws a lazy uppercut
and McKane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McKane scores with a jab.
McKane is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ribbler looks to land a right hand but McKane moved out of range.
Ribbler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKane.
McKane just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL#
Ribbler tries to keep at a distance but McKane has taken the fight into the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T3#
Ribbler misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from McKane.
Ribbler goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbler pushes McKane back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McKane misses with a hook from the clinch.
McKane throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short left from McKane.
Ribbler goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbler misses with a knee strike.
McKane swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbler uses good head movement to avoid it.
A knee to the head by Ribbler.
McKane lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbler.
Ribbler works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler. #T4#
McKane fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbler lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKane stops a takedown attempt from Ribbler.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbler.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbler.
McKane softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ribbler blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McKane doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ribbler tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McKane lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbler backwards.
A short left from McKane.
Ribbler tries to land a knee to the head but McKane blocks with his arms.
McKane lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbler backwards.
McKane misses with some punches.
Ribbler misses with the head strike.
McKane working aggressively here.
Ribbler working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Taz McKane.
Well McKane has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 49:46
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 49:46
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taz McKane!
Taz McKane is the new lightweight champion!
Taz McKane was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
CCF 31:Hirigushi vs Ribbler
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Hirigushi with a nice cross.
Ribbler misses with a lunging right hand
and Hirigushi counters with a nice uppercut.
Hirigushi digs a good hook to Ribbler's body.
Hirigushi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbler moves away.
Ribbler appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hirigushi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ribbler.
Hirigushi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hirigushi throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ribbler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ribbler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ribbler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hirigushi.
Hirigushi scores with a nice strike.
A big right from Hirigushi misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Hirigushi misses the target.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Ribbler has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Hirigushi misses with a body shot
and Ribbler connects with a straight left hand counter 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!
Hirigushi is looking to clinch.
Hirigushi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hirigushi but Hirigushi pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hirigushi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
Ribbler defending well as Hirigushi loads up on a big left hand. #TD2#
Ribbler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ribbler throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hirigushi to regain full guard.
Ribbler won't allow Hirigushi to sweep him here.
Ribbler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hirigushi keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler looking to pass the guard.
Hirigushi pulls Ribbler in to control the position.
Ribbler postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hirigushi controlling Ribbler's posture. #T2#
Ribbler tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirigushi is retaining full guard.
Ribbler stops Hirigushi from standing up.
Hirigushi keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hirigushi connects with a body shot that sends Ribbler's belly button to the back.
Hirigushi scores with a decent looking hook.
Kendo Hirigushi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ribbler misses with a hook
and Hirigushi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hirigushi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ribbler's head backwards.
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!
Hirigushi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looks like Hirigushi has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Hirigushi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Ribbler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ribbler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hirigushi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ribbler scrambles back to his feet.
Hirigushi lands a nice shot that snaps Ribbler's head back.
Ribbler lands a jab to Hirigushi's midsection.#T3#
Ribbler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hirigushi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ribbler throws a body shot but no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Hirigushi misses the target.
Ribbler misses with an uppercut
and Hirigushi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ribbler's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ribbler duly obliges.
Hirigushi wants to clinch up but Ribbler keeps it at a distance.
Ribbler throws out a counter right but Hirigushi avoids it with no problem.
Hirigushi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ribbler throws a jab when Hirigushi was well out of range.
Ribbler circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from Hirigushi.
Hirigushi is looking to clinch but Ribbler is avoiding it.
Hirigushi staying out of range there.
Hirigushi lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ribbler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribbler misses with a right hand
and Hirigushi counters with a series of strikes. Ribbler will be more careful next time no doubt. #T4#
Ribbler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hirigushi.
Ribbler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hirigushi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ribbler scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hirigushi in his tracks. #ROC2#
Hirigushi is rocked!
A punch lands to the side of Hirigushi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Oh Hirigushi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hirigushi tries to clinch there but Ribbler circles away.
The fighters circling - Ribbler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hirigushi throws an off balance right hand
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ribbler lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Hirigushi - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Ribbler!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler is the new lightweight champion!
Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
PFF 34
Date: May 19, 2018 |
#R1#
Ribbler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Shark throws the left hand but Ribbler avoids the punch easily.
Ribbler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ribbler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Shark throws out the jab.
Shark throws a jab but it's blocked by Ribbler.
A slow jab from Shark misses its intended target.
Shark swings widly with a right hand
and Ribbler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Shark misses with an uppercut.
Shark misses with a straight right.
Ribbler throws a shot to the body.
Ribbler misses with an uppercut
and Shark counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ribbler looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ribbler drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from Shark.
Shark has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Shark there as he acknowledges the shot.
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!
Ribbler misses with a two punch combination.
Ribbler throws a lazy uppercut
and Shark makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Shark throws a lazy right hand but Ribbler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ribbler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Shark closes the distance looking to clinch
and Ribbler counters with a one-two to the body.
Shark dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ribbler lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD#
Ribbler drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Shark avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ribbler.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shark takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shark defending against the ground and pound.
Shark managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ribbler.
#T2#
Ribbler in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Shark is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
Ribbler in side control, throwing shots but Shark defends.
Ribbler in side control lands a decent elbow.
Shark parries the strikes from Ribbler easily there. Ribbler is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Shark to escape.
Ribbler trying to control the position but Shark is working away. #SUB#
Ribbler wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Shark, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Ribbler tries for a kimura but Shark is defending well. #T3#
Ribbler in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Shark avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ribbler.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Shark can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ribbler misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Shark is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ribbler off and has taken his back!
Ribbler wants to escape the position.
Ribbler rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Ribbler tries to roll over but Shark keeps him under control.#T4#
Ribbler is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Ribbler actively working from the bottom here.
Shark is looking to take a break and control but Ribbler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shark prevents Ribbler from improving his position.
Shark is thwarting Ribbler's attempts to control the position.
Shark seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ribbler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibbe Ribbler dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Shark throws out a powerful jab.
Shark throws out a loose jab but Ribbler uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Shark misses.
Ribbler staying out of range there.
Ribbler throwing a counter right hand but Shark manages to avoid it.
Sloppy strikes from Ribbler. Those never looked like landing.
Shark scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ribbler misses with a wild combination.
Shark might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Ribbler misses with a looping left.
Shark looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ribbler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shark sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ribbler somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shark staying out of range there.
Shark misses with a looping right.
It looked like Ribbler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Shark jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ribbler staying out of range there.
Ribbler walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Power Shark is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Shark lands with a straight right. Ribbler didn't see that one coming.
Shark staying out of range there.
Ribbler misses with a hook
and Shark counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ribbler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Shark tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ribbler was well out of range. Poor timing from Shark.
Shark fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribbler manages to avoid it.
A big right from Shark misses.
Ribbler works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ribbler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ribbler throws a big shot that misses.
A lazy left from Shark finds it's target.
Ribbler misses with a straight right.
Ribbler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shark.
Shark lands with an uppercut that bounces Ribbler off the cage and back into range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Ribbler misses the target.
Ribbler misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Shark throws a hook but Ribbler avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ribbler.
Ribbler ducks under a wild hook from Shark.
Shark misses with a looping right.
Shark throws a hook to the side of Ribbler's head but Ribbler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ribbler seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ribbler thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ribbler connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ribbler takes a swing at Shark's ribcage but misses.
Shark looks to land a right hand but Ribbler moved out of range.
A big right from Ribbler misses.
Shark throws a body punch but Ribbler moves out of range.
Ribbler fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Shark on the side of the head.
Ribbler changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Shark thows a left - swing and a miss!
Shark misses with an uppercut. Ribbler saw that one coming.#T3#
Shark throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Shark ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Shark throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ribbler scores with a body shot.
Ribbler misses with a shot to the body
and Shark counters with a straight right hand.
Ribbler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shark moves away.
A jab from Shark misses.
Shark missing with a left hand there. Ribbler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shark throws out a powerful jab.
Ribbler is looking to clinch.
Shark scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ribbler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shark on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ribbler throws a good cross that connects.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from Shark.
Shark keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shark let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Power Shark seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Shark throws out a loose jab but Ribbler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Ribbler as he connects with a hook.
Ribbler cracks Shark with a good jab.
Ribbler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shark.#TD#
Ribbler gets a double leg takedown into Shark's guard.
Shark utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Shark keeps moving.
Ribbler advances position into side control!
Ribbler is chipping away with strikes.
Ribbler fails to land a wild elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Power Shark will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Shark looks to throw the jab but Ribbler is out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Shark looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ribbler staying out of range there.
Ribbler lands with a good body shot.
Ribbler slips a jab from Shark.#TD#
Ribbler closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Ribbler in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Shark takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Ribbler in side control lands a decent elbow.
Ibbe Ribbler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shark is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Ribbler looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ribbler in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T1#
Ribbler trying to control the action but Shark is working from the bottom.
Ribbler working the ground and pound. #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.
The strikes coming from Ribbler are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Ribbler sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Shark is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Ribbler looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Shark is avoiding damage well.
Ribbler lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB#
Ribbler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Ribbler is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Shark knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Shark is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Ribbler trying to control the position but Shark is working away.
Shark wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler misses with the ground and pound.
Ribbler tries to score with some ground and pound. Shark controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Ribbler advances nicely into full mount.
Ribbler is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Shark can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ribbler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shark can do to turn this around?
Ribbler thowing shots but they're missing. #T4#
Ribbler scoring with strikes but Shark is staying in there. #ROC#
Shark is rocked!
Ribbler 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.
Shark takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ribbler loads up with a big shot that hurts Shark! He's pulled Ribbler in close but Ribbler has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Shark survive? More strikes from Ribbler and Shark is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his lightweight title!
A relieved looking Ibbe Ribbler thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Power Shark spoke after the fight, saying 'Bullshit!'.
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Event:
PFF 28w Steve vs Wyoming
Date: Apr 11, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Ribbler drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Ribbler throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Ribbler tries for a kimura but Etxeberria is defending well.
Etxeberria holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Etxeberria is looking for a sweep.
Etxeberria struggling a bit here.
Etxeberria really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ribbler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Etxeberria tries to improve position but can't.
Ribbler lands an elbow.
Etxeberria tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler throws a strike aimed at the side of Etxeberria's head but Etxeberria avoids it well.
Etxeberria tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribbler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Etxeberria wants to control but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Etxeberria sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T1#
The strikes coming from Ribbler are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Etxeberria is looking to regain half guard here but Ribbler keeps moving and retains side control.
Ribbler scores with a couple of short elbows.
I wouldn't like to be where Etxeberria is right now.
Etxeberria is trying to get back to half guard.
Etxeberria looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Etxeberria is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ribbler is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Etxeberria is trying to escape and Ribbler transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Etxeberria is forced to tap! Nice work there by Ribbler! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Ibbe Ribbler thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Kemen Etxeberria was interviewed post fight and said 'You know, this smelly motherf***** Ibbe stinks the gym up so bad, it messed up my training. Also, I'm sure he laced my recovery drink and turned everyone in the gym against me. That's the kinda champ you have! '.
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Event:
PFF 24w Ribbler vs Goncalves
Date: Mar 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Goncalves fails with the takedown.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Ribbler.
And Goncalves tries to counter it with a takedown but Ribbler pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Goncalves shoots in looking for a takedown. Ribbler tries to sprawl out of it but Goncalves keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ribbler manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice sprawl there from Ribbler as Goncalves shoots in.
A little feinted left hand from Ribbler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dilon Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a takedown attempt
and Ribbler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Dilon Goncalves has been cut.
Goncalves fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Goncalves takes one on the button.#CL2#
Goncalves closes the distance and pushes Ribbler back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ribbler can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Goncalves jumps guard but Ribbler stands there with Goncalves around his waist. Goncalves gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Goncalves looking for a takedown.
A hook to the body from Ribbler.
#T1#
Ribbler lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ribbler walks away with a smile on his face. Goncalves gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Goncalves darts in trying to clinch
enabling Ribbler to counter with a crisp jab.
We've been told by Ribbler's head coaches at Fenrir MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#KD#
Ribbler drops Goncalves with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Goncalves looks back up at him and smiles so Ribbler waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#
Goncalves is rocked!
Goncalves glances at the clock... BAM! Ribbler nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Goncalves crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Goncalves is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler retains his lightweight title!
Ibbe Ribbler decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
PFF 17 - Grabber vs Turkey
Date: Jan 20, 2018 |
#R1#
No luck for Tiote with that takedown attempt.
Ribbler tries to bum rush Tiote with a series of wild strikes but Tiote uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD#
Tiote closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES2#
Ribbler sneaks out the side door and pushes Tiote away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Tiote looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tiote shoots in looking for a takedown. Ribbler tries to sprawl out of it but Tiote keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ribbler manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tiote doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No luck for Tiote with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiote fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ribbler lands a nice shot that snaps Tiote's head back.
#CUT2#
It looks like Feihck Tiote has been cut.
Tiote moves forwards but Ribbler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tiote moves forwards but Ribbler connects with a nice, crisp jab.#ROC2#
Tiote is rocked!
Ribbler weaves into range and cracks Tiote right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Tiote goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Ribbler is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler is the new lightweight champion!
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
PFF15 Jones vs Thomas
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Ribbler tries to clinch up#TD2#
and Burns counters with a shoot takedown. Ribbler fights it but they end up in guard.
Ribbler pulls Burns in close to prevent any damage.
Burns throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Burns preventing the sweep.
Burns stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ribbler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Burns from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burns looking to pass the guard.
Ribbler wants to sweep here but Burns controlling him for the moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribbler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Burns wants to control from the top but Ribbler keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler has momentary wrist control but Burns slips an elbow through the middle.
Burns trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ribbler working for a triangle but Burns defends it easily.
Burns slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ribbler is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom here.
Burns landing a few strikes.
Ribbler is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Burns wants to control but Ribbler is keeping him busy.
Burns lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Burns missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ribbler is trying to maintain the position but Burns is very close to passing his half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Burns working his ground and pound in the gym.
Burns uses his free foot to push down on Ribbler's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ribbler.
Burns throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ribbler because Burns loaded up on that one.
Burns throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Ribbler takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T3#
Burns lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ribbler hang on?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burns lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ribbler hang on?
Burns trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ribbler is trying desperately to improve position.
Burns fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Ribbler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Burns landing strikes from the mount and Ribbler is in trouble! #T4#
Ribbler is trying desperately to improve position.
Burns lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ribbler hang on?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burns dominating with strikes here.
BOOM! Burns connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Burns lands a big shot there that rocks Ribbler but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Burns controlling the pace for now.
Burns with a couple of short strikes.
Burns scoring with strikes but Ribbler is staying in there.
Ribbler can't escape the position.
Burns lands a big shot there that rocks Ribbler but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#SUB2#
Burns working for a submission but Ribbler is keeping him at bay.
Burns trying to control but Ribbler is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herbert Burns dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Ribbler takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ribbler lands a body shot.
Burns ducks under a wild hook from Ribbler.
Burns is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ribbler digs a good body shot into Burns's ribs.
Ribbler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Burns tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler throws a body punch but Burns moves out of range.
Burns takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ribbler takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Ribbler misses with a wild body shot.
Burns has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ribbler misses with a looping right.
Ribbler throws out a loose jab but Burns uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burns with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ribbler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Burns is sent reeling backwards by a solid uppercut. He barely regains his balance and Ribbler moves in for the kill throwing a continuous barrage of punches that force the ref to step in.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.
Herbert Burns spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back stronger and my next opponent better watch out! '.
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Event:
PFF 13 - Sanchez vs Steve
Date: Dec 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Tessier misses with a wild body shot.
Tessier is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
A slow jab from Tessier misses its intended target.
Ribbler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tessier.
Tessier fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribbler manages to avoid it.
Tessier misses the shot to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Ribbler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ribbler throws a series of punches but Tessier moves out of range.
Tessier swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tessier misses with a straight right.
Ibbe Ribbler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tessier throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribbler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tessier dips to his left and cracks Ribbler with an uppercut!
Tessier's coach down at Russian Bears Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tessier's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tessier fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tessier throws a looping overhand right but Ribbler ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler throws a body punch but Tessier moves out of range.
Ribbler misses with a hook. Tessier ducked under it nicely.
Tessier takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ribbler lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tessier gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ribbler.
Tessier scores with a body shot.
#T1#
Some wild striking there from Ribbler.
#CL#
Ribbler moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Tessier breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tessier misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tessier takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tessier cracks Ribbler with a good jab.#TD#
Ribbler closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ribbler lands a nice short elbow.
Tessier tries to get to full guard but Ribbler has control of the leg.
Ribbler lands strikes from half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tessier is looking to improve his position.
Ribbler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tessier blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ribbler.
Tessier is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Tessier is trying to control but can't.
Ribbler working over Tessier with some ground and pound. Tessier looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Ribbler seems to be looking for submissions.
Ribbler is trying to control. Tessier wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ribbler looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Tessier really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ribbler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nice strikes from Ribbler there.
Ribbler content to control rather than advance.
Ribbler 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.
Tessier trying to control from the bottom.
Ribbler wants to free his trapped foot but Tessier is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ribbler working over Tessier with some ground and pound. Tessier looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ribbler slips a nice elbow through Tessier's hands, connecting with Tessier's forehead.
Ribbler is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
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. Ribbler connects with a nice short shot to Tessier's temple. #T3##SUB2#
Tessier actively working from the bottom here.
Tessier is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Tessier actively working from the bottom here.
Tessier taking some punishment here, with Ribbler in his half guard. #SUB#
Ribbler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tessier sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Ribbler is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Tessier is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ribbler scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ribbler lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ribbler slips a nice elbow through Tessier's hands, connecting with Tessier's forehead.
Tessier wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ribbler blocks the strikes from Tessier.
Ribbler seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ribbler is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#
Tessier is rocked!
Tessier wants to improve his position but Ribbler is controlling well.
#SUB#
Ribbler is looking for a kimura here.
Ribbler looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Tessier is still in real trouble! Can Ribbler finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ribbler working the head and body with strikes.
Tessier seems to have recovered his senses.
Ribbler prevents Tessier from improving his position.
Tessier is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nice strikes from Ribbler there.
Tessier trying to hold on to Ribbler's head to control him but Ribbler postures up.
Ribbler trying to control the action but Tessier is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibbe Ribbler dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##KD#
Ribbler sends Tessier crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Ribbler is motioning to the referee to let Tessier up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Tessier rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Ribbler counter with a right hand.
Tessier throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ribbler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tessier throws a head kick that misses.
Tessier takes a swing at Ribbler's ribcage but misses.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Ribbler! Tessier is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ibbe Ribbler!
A victorious Ibbe Ribbler 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:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D2): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ibbe Ribbler (ranked 4120 p4p, 0 weight class) and Nero Burningrom (ranked 18767 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Ribbler might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Smash Mouth - All Star. 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ibbe Ribbler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Nero Burningrom!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Anni Minnemäki and Ben Zyskovitsi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ribbler has closed the distance and engaged Burningrom in a clinch.
Ribbler is pressed up against the cage. Burningrom has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbler down to the mat. Ribbler avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ribbler has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ribbler has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Burningrom clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ribbler (4) vs (0) Burningrom
Ribbler is trying to stick to Burningrom's back but Burningrom is turning into Ribbler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ribbler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Burningrom. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (4) vs (2) Burningrom
Ribbler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Burningrom trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Burningrom from controlling successfully.
Ribbler wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler has his foot on Burningrom's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Burningrom works his way back into a safe position though.
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Burningrom tries to pass.
Ribbler is controlling Burningrom's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burningrom slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ribbler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Burningrom trying to control but Ribbler is working from the bottom.
Burningrom pushes down on Ribbler's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Burningrom is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Burningrom trying to mount his opponent but Ribbler defends it.
Ribbler is trying to control but can't.
Ribbler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Fenrir MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Ribbler is looking for a sweep. Burningrom is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ribbler desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Ribbler is in trouble now - Burningrom has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (4) vs (5) Burningrom
Ribbler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Burningrom is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Burningrom wants to control the pace but Ribbler is squirming around nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler tries to reverse the position but Burningrom maintains control.
Burningrom can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ribbler is looking to escape.
Burningrom takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Burningrom avoids the attempt from Ribbler to control.
Burningrom controlling from the full mount.
Ribbler is working to get back to half guard.
Burningrom sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Burningrom goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Ribbler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (6) vs (5) Burningrom
Ribbler trying to control but Burningrom is working from the bottom.
Burningrom is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Burningrom has his hands on Ribbler's head, controlling the position.
Burningrom keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Burningrom looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribbler is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Burningrom is keeping the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Burningrom is adopting a defensive guard.
Ribbler 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.
Burningrom is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Burningrom is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Ribbler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ribbler pushes down on Burningrom's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Burningrom is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribbler wants to control but Burningrom is keeping him busy.
Ribbler is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Burningrom regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ribbler won't allow Burningrom to sweep him here.
Burningrom looking to control.
Burningrom wants to sweep but no luck.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burningrom is keeping the position for now.
Burningrom is looking for a triangle but Ribbler pushes his legs off easily.
Ribbler passes Burningrom's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ribbler is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ribbler prevents Burningrom from improving his position.
Burningrom wants to control but Ribbler is keeping busy.
Ribbler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Burningrom is trying to get back to full guard.
Burningrom is looking to control Ribbler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Burningrom avoid being mounted?
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Burningrom might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ribbler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Burningrom makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Burningrom.
Ribbler drops back looking for a leg! Burningrom is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Burningrom manages to kick Ribbler off! Ribbler jumps back into Burningrom's guard.
Burningrom is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Burningrom keeps moving.
Ribbler being controlled here momentarily.
Burningrom not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ribbler wants to control from the top but Burningrom keeps moving.
Burningrom looking to control.
Burningrom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ribbler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Burningrom keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Ribbler 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.
Burningrom is pulling down on Ribbler's head. It's preventing any offense from Ribbler, at least for the moment.
Burningrom is trying to keep Ribbler in close.
Burningrom looking for a sweep. Not yet Burningrom, not yet.
Burningrom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ribbler thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ribbler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Burningrom is staying active underneath Ribbler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ribbler is working for a kimura but Burningrom is defending it quite comfortably.
Burningrom moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ribbler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Burningrom has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ribbler has managed to get both his arms back between Burningrom's legs - danger averted.
Burningrom not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Burningrom is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Burningrom keeping full guard, as Ribbler tries to pass.
Ribbler drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ribbler jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ribbler postures up.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Burningrom is keeping the position.
Burningrom working a defensive guard here.
Burningrom keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burningrom pulls Ribbler in close to prevent any damage.
Ribbler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burningrom is keeping the position for now.
Ribbler is fighting to break Burningrom's control of his arms but Burningrom is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Burningrom tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler 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.
Burningrom trying to control the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Burningrom keeping moving, preventing Ribbler from controlling successfully.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Burningrom is keeping the position.
Ribbler thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ribbler preventing the sweep.
Burningrom looking to control.
Ribbler trying to control the position from guard on top but Burningrom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Burningrom is keeping the position.
Burningrom wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ribbler wants to pass the guard but Burningrom is keeping the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ribbler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ribbler drops back looking for a leg! Burningrom is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Burningrom manages to kick Ribbler off! Ribbler jumps back into Burningrom's guard.
Burningrom is pulling down on Ribbler's head. It's preventing any offense from Ribbler, at least for the moment.
Let's hope that Burningrom has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Burningrom bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ribbler (6) vs (7) Burningrom
Ribbler keeping full guard, as Burningrom tries to pass.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler keeping moving, preventing Burningrom from controlling successfully.
Burningrom stands and throws Ribbler's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ribbler (6) vs (10) Burningrom
Ribbler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
My spies in 3Band MMA ($500/week) inform me that Burningrom has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Burningrom is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Burningrom happy to just control the position for now.
Burningrom tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Burningrom wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working.
Ribbler seems a little lost for a moment, as Burningrom dominates the positioning.
Ribbler is not content to let Burningrom control the position.
Ribbler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Burningrom on the ground.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribbler is looking to reverse the position.
Ribbler wants to control but Burningrom postures up.
Burningrom tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ribbler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ribbler wants to control but Burningrom postures up.
Ribbler is not content to let Burningrom control the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Ribbler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ribbler is trying to get back to half guard.
Burningrom looking to control but instead Ribbler has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Burningrom content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.
Burningrom is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burningrom prevents Ribbler from improving his position.
Burningrom trying to control from half guard but Ribbler is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
DARE 13
Date: Nov 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Ribbler connects with a right hand. Krakow shakes it off.#CL#
Ribbler has taken the fight to the clinch.
Krakow misses with an elbow strike.
Ribbler lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Thomas Krakow has been cut.
Ribbler is pressed up against the cage. Krakow has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbler down to the mat. Ribbler avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ibbe Ribbler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krakow tries for a takedown but Ribbler circles away easily
and Ribbler counters with a stiff right hand.
Krakow takes one to the chin there.
Krakow walks into a straight right hand from Ribbler.#ROC#
Krakow is rocked!
Krakow fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Krakow.#CL2#
Krakow gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ribbler lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Krakow jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ribbler walks away with a smile on his face. Krakow gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Krakow tries to keep at a distance but Ribbler has taken the fight into the clinch.
Krakow wants a takedown.
I was talking to Ribbler's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
A shot in the inside from Ribbler.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ribbler.
Ribbler lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Krakow or not.
Krakow looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Krakow decides to pull guard.
Ribbler postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ribbler keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Krakow's head.#CUT#
That has opened up Thomas Krakow's cut even more.
Ribbler throwing strikes but missing.
Ribbler postures up and lands a big shot to Krakow's brow.
Krakow is still in real trouble! Can Ribbler finish him?
Ribbler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Krakow seems to have recovered his senses.
Ribbler working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ribbler makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Ribbler prevents Krakow from getting back to his feet.
Ribbler lands a couple of digs.
Ribbler lands a couple of digs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribbler stopping the sweep attempt from Krakow.
Ribbler stands up over Krakow, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Krakow wants to sweep but no luck.
Krakow manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ribbler manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Ribbler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribbler is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ribbler'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.#SU2#
Krakow gets to his feet. Ribbler looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Ribbler lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT#
The cut above Thomas Krakow's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Krakow is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3##CL#
Ribbler closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Krakow wants a takedown but no success here.
Ribbler softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Krakow drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ribbler gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ribbler lands a right hand that snaps the head of Krakow backwards.
Ribbler gets through Krakow's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ribbler lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ribbler keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Krakow's efforts to push away.
Ribbler lands a right hand.
Ribbler scores with a shot to the side of Krakow's head. #T4#
Ribbler prevents a takedown attempt there.
Krakow goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ribbler prevents it.
Ribbler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbler lands a left hand.
#CUT#
Thomas Krakow's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice right hand lands inside from Ribbler.
Ribbler scores with a shoulder strike.
Krakow can't break the clinch.
Ribbler lands a right hand that snaps the head of Krakow backwards. #TD2#
Krakow wants the takedown. Ribbler is fighting it off but Krakow persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Ribbler's guard against the cage.
Ribbler seems keen to control Krakow's posture.
Ribbler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibbe Ribbler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Krakow's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Ribbler keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Krakow.
Ribbler struggling a bit here.
Ribbler tries to bench press Krakow off him but Krakow keeps the position.
Ribbler is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Krakow off and has taken his back!
Ribbler misses with punches from the back.
Ribbler lands punches and elbows.
Krakow is trying to stand back up.
Ribbler softening up his opponent with strikes here.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Thomas Krakow's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Ibbe Ribbler!
Our winner, Ibbe Ribbler, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
DARE MONTREAL
Date: Oct 13, 2017 |
#R1#
Vargas has his takedown stuffed
and Ribbler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Vargas tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ribbler sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vargas somewhat.
Vargas misses with a few strikes there.
Vargas throws a nice looking combination but Ribbler bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vargas.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johny Vargas.
Vargas tests Ribbler's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vargas shoots and misses
and Ribbler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vargas throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ribbler counters with a straight right hand.
Vargas lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ribbler circles away quickly and effectively.
Ribbler loads up on a big right hand but Vargas slips the punch.#T1#
Ribbler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vargas.
Vargas throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ribbler's waist but Ribbler gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vargas off to one side.
Ribbler misses with an uppercut.
Vargas misses with a right hand
and Vargas takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A shot to the body from Vargas misses
letting Ribbler counter with a right hand.
Vargas scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Johny Vargas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Vargas is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ribbler's half guard.
Ribbler wants to get back to full guard.
Vargas is trying to control the action in half guard but Ribbler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Vargas content to control rather than advance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vargas looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2#
Vargas thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Well, if Vargas 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.
Ribbler is trying to get back to full guard.
Ribbler is holding on to half guard well.#T3#
Vargas not landing any meaningful shots this time.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Vargas seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ribbler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Vargas misses with a series of wild punches.
#TD2#
Vargas is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ribbler's half guard.#ES#
Ribbler kicks Vargas off and gets back to his feet.
Ribbler is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Vargas throws a series of punches but Ribbler moves out of range.
Vargas works Ribbler's body with a nice hook.
Vargas moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vargas shoots in but Ribbler avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
Ribbler lands a jab.
Ribbler throws a series of punches but Vargas avoids them all with ease.
Ribbler just misses with a punch to the body.
#TD2#
Ribbler gets caught flat footed, as Vargas shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Vargas sitting in guard here, content to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ribbler holds on and takes a little breather.
Vargas postures up in Ribbler's guard and throws a big left but Ribbler blocks it. #SUB#
Ribbler looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Vargas has picked Ribbler up and slammed him! Ribbler can't keep hold of the triangle and Vargas manages to pass to side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Johny Vargas will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Vargas misses with a double jab
and Ribbler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ribbler jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Vargas.
Johny Vargas has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ribbler is being controlled here.
Ribbler is looking for a sweep.
Ribbler is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vargas tries to move to mount but Ribbler blocks the move with his legs.
Vargas working away.#T1#
Vargas is looking to take a break and control but Ribbler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribbler is working to avoid the ground and pound but Vargas connects with a decent elbow.
Vargas controlling the position from side mount.
Ribbler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Vargas wants to take a breather but Ribbler is having none of it.
Vargas is controlling the pace.
Vargas looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ribbler with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Vargas stalling.
Ribbler is looking to control Vargas's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribbler avoid being mounted?
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Ribbler wants to improve his position but Vargas is controlling well.
Vargas keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Vargas ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vargas looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ribbler is fending him off so far but Vargas persists. Nope, Ribbler circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Vargas shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ribbler is trying to defend but Vargas finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ribbler tries to get to full guard but Vargas has control of the leg.
Ribbler controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Vargas works his foot free and advances to mount.
Ribbler is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
Vargas looking to control but Ribbler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Vargas content just to control the position here.
Vargas tries to control but Ribbler wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribbler is looking to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johny Vargas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get 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#
Vargas throws a right and a left that Ribbler avoids nicely.
Ribbler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ribbler slips under a jab from Vargas.
Ribbler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Vargas moves away from the strike by Ribbler.
Vargas misses with a combination
and Ribbler counters with a left to the body.
A swing and a miss from Ribbler.
Ribbler keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vargas avoids the body shot from Ribbler.
Vargas swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ribbler counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vargas throws a combination that misses
and Ribbler counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#
Vargas is rocked!
Vargas tries to bum rush Ribbler with a series of wild strikes but Ribbler uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Vargas is still on wobbly legs! Can Ribbler finish him?
Ibbe Ribbler is winning the standup battle so far.
Ribbler throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vargas seems to have recovered his senses.
Vargas shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ribbler as he avoids it easily. #T1#
Vargas fails to land the takedown.
Vargas takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vargas fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ribbler avoids it really well and circles away.
Ibbe Ribbler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johny Vargas.
Ribbler throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vargas looks to land a combination but Ribbler avoids it well.
A quick step to the side and Ribbler tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vargas just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Ribbler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ribbler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vargas.#TD2#
Ribbler tries to sprawl but Vargas drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Ribbler is trying to control but can't.
Ribbler slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ribbler is pulling down on Vargas's head to control his posture.
Ribbler has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Vargas has passed into side control.
Vargas wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribbler keeps working.
Ribbler is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Ribbler is trying to control Vargas's posture but Vargas avoids it.
Vargas controls the position.
Ribbler pushes Vargas away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Vargas gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ribbler can't do much from the bottom here.
Vargas taking a break here but Ribbler is having none of it and regains half guard.
Ribbler is not content to let Vargas control the position.
Ribbler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vargas misses with a combination
and Ribbler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ibbe Ribbler.
I think Vargas has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Johny Vargas!
A relieved looking Johny Vargas 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:
DARE 7
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as O Connor sprawls well. O Connor wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ribbler gets slowly back to his feet.
O Connor looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
O Connor lands with a shot to the body.
O Connor goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#
It looks like Ibbe Ribbler has been cut.
O Connor changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been informed that Ribbler 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.
A big right from Ribbler misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribbler misses with a looping left.
A quick step to the side and O Connor tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
O Connor scoring well with a low kick there.
O Connor takes one to the side of the head.
O Connor definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
O Connor cracks Ribbler with an open hand slap.#T1#
O Connor stuns Ribbler with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
O Connor dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ribbler looks to throw the jab but O Connor is out of range.
O Connor digs a good hook to Ribbler's body.
Ribbler misses with a body shot.
As Ribbler looks to move away, O Connor throws a big counter combo but Ribbler just gets out of the way.
O Connor with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ribbler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
O Connor scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
O Connor is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ribbler.
Ribbler finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
O Connor throws a good cross that connects.
O Connor dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ribbler misses with a wild body shot.
Ribbler misses with a hook.
O Connor feinted there with a counter leg kick.
O Connor throws an ugly left hook that misses
and O Connor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
O Connor scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ribbler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by O Connor.
O Connor avoids the body shot from Ribbler.
O Connor swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ribbler takes one to the side of the head.
O Connor lands with a good body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for O Connor.
O Connor scores with a three punch combo!
O Connor just misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from O Connor. Ribbler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribbler misses with an uppercut. O Connor saw that one coming.
O Connor appears to be looking for a big counter.
O Connor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbler moves away.
O Connor misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ribbler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
O Connor works the jab nicely.
No joy there for O Connor, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
O Connor connects with a jab.
O Connor dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
O Connor throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Ribbler releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
O Connor misses with a double jab.
O Connor throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gregory O Connor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Ribbler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts O Connor as he jumps to the side.
O Connor throws the left hand but Ribbler avoids the punch easily.
A little jabbing left from Ribbler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ribbler throws a jab when O Connor was well out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ribbler needs to keep his hands up - O Connor had a free shot at his head there.
Ribbler dives in for a single leg takedown but O Connor sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gregory O Connor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
O Connor scores with a nice right hand.
Ribbler lands with a shot to the body.
O Connor scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ribbler in his tracks.
O Connor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribbler manages to avoid it.
O Connor is looking to wear down Ribbler with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ribbler scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gregory O Connor dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ibbe Ribbler's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Jab by O Connor.
O Connor misses with a double jab.
Ribbler moves away from the strike by O Connor.
It seemed like Ribbler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
O Connor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from O Connor misses the target.
Ribbler takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A shot to the body from O Connor misses
and Ribbler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ribbler connects with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Connor throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ribbler counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ribbler clobbers O Connor with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
O Connor lands with a nice body punch.
O Connor jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T1#
Ribbler misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Ribbler.
O Connor throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Ribbler counter with a right hand.
O Connor lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Nice shot lands for Ribbler.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Ribbler might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, O Connor has got the better of the exchanges.
O Connor scores with a shot to the body.
O Connor throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribbler takes one to the chin there.
O Connor scores with a hook to the body. Ribbler takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
O Connor scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
O Connor throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
O Connor misses with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
O Connor misses with a hook. Ribbler ducked under it nicely.
O Connor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Ribbler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
O Connor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ribbler can do to turn this around?
O Connor sizes up Ribbler with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ribbler has a takedown stuffed.
O Connor throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ribbler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but O Connor moves away.
Good standup being displayed there by O Connor as he connects with a hook.
O Connor throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ribbler.
O Connor on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
O Connor throws a leg kick but Ribbler checks it.
O Connor throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
O Connor lands a jab to Ribbler's midsection.
O Connor misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from O Connor. Ribbler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gregory O Connor is winning the standup battle so far.
O Connor swings away with a leg kick that misses.
O Connor swings away with a body shot that misses
and O Connor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A telegraphed right hand from Ribbler misses the target.
O Connor scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
O Connor scores with a jab to the body.
O Connor scores with a nice right hand.
#T4#
O Connor fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
O Connor throws a series of strikes that have Ribbler backpedaling.
Gregory O Connor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribbler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
O Connor blocks a jab.
O Connor lands with a good body shot.
O Connor misses the body punch
and Ribbler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
O Connor misses with a lunging right hand
and Ribbler counters with a left to the body.
The fighters circling - Ribbler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
O Connor throws a hook but Ribbler avoids it easily.
A good leg kick by O Connor.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gregory O Connor dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ibbe Ribbler's cut.
That's time! O Connor's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
O Connor misses the jab.
O Connor throws a leg kick which misses Ribbler's front leg but catches the back leg as Ribbler tries to avoid it.
O Connor scores with a jab.
O Connor misses with a few strikes there.
O Connor looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
O Connor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ribbler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ribbler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by O Connor.
Ribbler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Connor throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Ribbler misses.
Ribbler works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
O Connor throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
O Connor misses with a straight left.
Ribbler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
O Connor scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
O Connor rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ribbler moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
O Connor misses the shot to the body.
O Connor lands the left hand.
An inside leg kick from O Connor misses.
Ribbler appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
O Connor misses with a hook to the body
and Ribbler makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Donk. O Connor catches Ribbler right on the button with a cross.
Ribbler dips to his left and cracks O Connor with an uppercut!
O Connor scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ibbe Ribbler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ribbler throws a lazy uppercut
and O Connor counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
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!
O Connor defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ribbler.
Ribbler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ribbler doesn't succeed with the takedown
and O Connor counters with a left to the body.
O Connor scores with a jab.
O Connor falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ribbler counters with a left to the body.
Ribbler takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
O Connor dips to his left and cracks Ribbler with an uppercut!
O Connor is looking to chop away at Ribbler's legs.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by O Connor.
Gregory O Connor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
A head kick misses from O Connor.
O Connor smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
O Connor throws a leg kick which misses Ribbler's front leg but catches the back leg as Ribbler tries to avoid it.
A jab lands there for O Connor.
Ribbler has a takedown stuffed.
Gregory O Connor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibbe Ribbler.
O Connor misses with a shot to the body
enabling Ribbler to counter with a crisp jab.
O Connor scores with a body shot.
Ribbler has his takedown stuffed
and O Connor counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T4#
O Connor connects with a nice looking jab.
O Connor's corner calls for a 1-2. O Connor obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
O Connor lands a two punch combo.
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!
O Connor throws a shot to the body.
O Connor lands with a good body shot.
Ribbler misses with a jab to the body
and O Connor counters with a straight right hand.
O Connor thuds a left hand into Ribbler's body.
Ribbler needs to keep his hands up - O Connor had a free shot at his head there.
Ribbler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ribbler has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ribbler walks into a jab.
O Connor connects with a body shot that sends Ribbler's belly button to the back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gregory O Connor showed his dominance in that final round.
Well O Connor has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gregory O Connor!
Gregory O Connor made sure to mention his sponsor, Pit Bull Development in his post fight interview.
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Event:
DARE 4
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Tuncer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tuncer there as he acknowledges the shot.
A jab from Ribbler finds it's way through Tuncer's defenses. #ROC#
Tuncer is rocked!
Ribbler cracks Tuncer with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Tuncer falls to his knees and Ribbler doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Ribbler wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ribbler has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A low kick from Freeland is predictable there
and Ribbler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Freeland scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES2#
Ribbler kicks Freeland off and gets back to his feet.
David Freeland seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Freeland clinches up with Ribbler and pushes him back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Freeland blocks a body shot from Ribbler.
Freeland fails to pull guard.
Ribbler gets through Freeland's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Ribbler breaks from the clinch.
Freeland walks into a straight right hand from Ribbler.
Ribbler lands a slapping body shot.
Freeland misses with a takedown
and Ribbler makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Freeland is breathing heavily.
Freeland closes the distance but Ribbler moves to the side
and Ribbler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Freeland looks to clinch
and Ribbler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Ribbler scores with a decent looking hook.
A punch combination from Ribbler misses.
Freeland has his takedown stuffed
and Ribbler counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#
Freeland is rocked!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Freeland. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ribbler finds Freeland's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Freeland flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Ribbler lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Freeland will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ibbe Ribbler!
Ibbe Ribbler seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Ribbler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Chan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ribbler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Ribbler pushes Chan up against the cage in a clinch.
Chan connects with a nasty looking knee right to Ribbler's face.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chan.
A head punch on the inside from Ribbler fails to land.
Ribbler avoiding damage as Chan throws knees to the body.
Ribbler swings wildly with an uppercut but Chan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chan with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Chan lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#CUT2#
It looks like Ibbe Ribbler has been cut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chan.
Ribbler is trying to force a seperation but Chan has the dominant position.
Ribbler tries to throw a body punch but Chan avoids it by throwing Ribbler back against the cage.
Ribbler has a couple of punches blocked by Chan.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbler.
Ribbler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chan lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Ribbler throws a punch but it's blocked by Chan.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Chan obliges.
Ribbler takes a knee right on the jaw!
Chan lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Chan blocks an uppercut.
Ribbler takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ribbler struggles to land a body shot inside as Chan controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Ribbler scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ribbler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbler lands a left hand.
Chan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chan blocks an uppercut.
Chan landing knees to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribbler wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Chan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chan lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Chan.
Ribbler throws a punch but it's blocked by Chan.
Chan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Chan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Chan obliges.
A short right from Chan on the inside.
Chan putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ribbler in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ribbler is breathing heavily.
Chan blocks a body shot from Ribbler.
Chan landing knees to the head.
Chan lands a good knee to the midsection. Ribbler won't want to take too many of those.
Chan putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ribbler in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Chan lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Chan landing knees to the head.
Ribbler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chan lands with a left to the head.
A short uppercut from Chan.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chan.
#T3#
Chan unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ribbler lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Ribbler misses with some punches.
Ribbler changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Chan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Chan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ribbler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Chan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Chan misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Ribbler misses the target.
Ribbler blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Ribbler misses the target.
Ribbler darts in looking for a takedown but Chan gets double underhooks and turns Ribbler into the cage. #CL#
Ribbler gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Chan lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chan.
Chan with a knee to the head.
We've been informed that Chan has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Ribbler fails to land.
Ribbler has a couple of punches blocked by Chan.
Chan unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chan.
Ribbler takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Chan obliges.
Chan putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ribbler in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ribbler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Chan lands a nice knee to the body.
Chan connects with a nasty looking knee right to Ribbler's face.
Chan lands a nice knee to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chan lands a knee to the body.
A shot in the inside from Chan.
Chan unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ribbler lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chin Chan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ibbe Ribbler's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Ribbler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Chan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A jab lands there for Chan.#ROC2#
Ribbler is rocked!
Chan scores with a jab.
Oh Ribbler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Chan misses with a hook. Ribbler ducked under it nicely.
Ribbler seems to have got his legs back now.
Ribbler looks to land a combination. Chan sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Chan looks to land a right hand but Ribbler moved out of range.
Ribbler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Chan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ribbler was well out of range. Poor timing from Chan.
Ribbler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ribbler swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL#
Ribbler takes the fight into the clinch.
Ribbler can't get the takedown.
A short right from Chan. #T1#
Ribbler struggles to land a body shot inside as Chan controls his hands.
Chan blocks a body shot from Ribbler.
Chan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Chan tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Chan lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Chan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Chan blocking some punches.
Chan lands with a short shot to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Chan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ribbler swings wildly with an uppercut but Chan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chan scores a nice knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Chan lands a left hand.
Ribbler changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Chan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ribbler slips a straight right by Chan.
Chan dips to his left and cracks Ribbler with an uppercut!#T2#
Ribbler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
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!#CL#
Ribbler clinches up against the cage.
Ribbler lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chan backwards.
Chan scores a nice knee to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbler.
Chan lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Chan lands a knee to the head.
Chan working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Chan landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Ribbler working aggressively here.
Chan putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ribbler in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Chan lands a big knee to the head and Ribbler goes down! Chan pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chin Chan!
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