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Event:
KAMIKAZE 61: Dangerous Game
Date: Oct 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Helmut throws a right and a left that both miss.
ReConnor tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
ReConnor throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Helmut's waist but Helmut gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing ReConnor off to one side.
Helmut shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. ReConnor defends it nicely.
Helmut scores with the left hand. ReConnor knows he should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
ReConnor has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Helmut finds it's way round the side to connect with ReConnor's head. #T1#
Helmut darts in looking for a takedown but ReConnor gets double underhooks and turns Helmut into the cage.
Helmut scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD#
Helmut shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. ReConnor is trying to defend but Helmut finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
ReConnor looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
ReConnor is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Helmut pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
ReConnor with the active half guard here but Helmut passes nicely into side control.
ReConnor is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
ReConnor is being controlled here.
ReConnor is looking for a sweep.
Helmut advances to full mount. #SUB#
Helmut working for a submission but ReConnor is keeping him at bay.
Helmut looking to control but ReConnor is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
ReConnor takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
ReConnor sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
ReConnor is staying active underneath Helmut, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
ReConnor looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
ReConnor looking for submissions off his back.
Helmut is keen to just control but ReConnor is a slippery customer.
Helmut works his way into full mount!
ReConnor regains half guard.#SUB#
Helmut is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so ReConnor is just riding it out for now. Helmut eventually gives up the hold. #T4##SUB2#
Helmut moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from ReConnor.
Helmut wants to control but ReConnor is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Helmut is trying to get an arm triangle but ReConnor is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
ReConnor manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Luigi Helmut dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
ReConnor shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
ReConnor missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
ReConnor postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Helmut controls ReConnor momentarily but ReConnor frees himself.
ReConnor loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
ReConnor slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
ReConnor is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Helmut has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
ReConnor wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Helmut, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
ReConnor tries for a kimura but Helmut is defending well. #T1#
ReConnor tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Helmut is looking to regain half guard here but ReConnor keeps moving and retains side control.
ReConnor throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
ReConnor tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
ReConnor working away.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Helmut is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Helmut regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
ReConnor drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Helmut dives on top into guard.#REVR#
ReConnor is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
ReConnor is breathing heavily.
Helmut moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Helmut controls ReConnor momentarily but ReConnor frees himself. #SUB#
Helmut throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! ReConnor escapes and throws Helmut's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Helmut is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
ReConnor landing strikes.
ReConnor tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
ReConnor working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Helmut is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
ReConnor missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Helmut actively working from the bottom here.
Helmut might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Helmut works his way to full guard. Good work.
ReConnor throws a big right hand that misses.
Helmut keeping full guard, as ReConnor tries to pass.
ReConnor makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
ReConnor scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Helmut escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. ReConnor gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
ReConnor is looking to work some ground and pound but Helmut has wrist control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
ReConnor throws an elbow that misses. Helmut uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in ReConnor's guard. Nice move by Helmut!#REVR##SUB2#
ReConnor is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Helmut is aware though and is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jason ReConnor showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Helmut dives in for a single leg takedown but ReConnor sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from ReConnor is defended easily by Helmut.
Helmut shoots in looking for a takedown. ReConnor tries to sprawl out of it but Helmut keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. ReConnor manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helmut fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
ReConnor changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luigi Helmut. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Helmut lands with a good body shot.
ReConnor walks into a stiff left hand from Helmut.
ReConnor misses with a takedown
and Helmut counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps ReConnor thinking.
ReConnor keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL#
Helmut clinches.
ReConnor tries to pull guard but Helmut won't allow it.
#TD#
Helmut pulls guard successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Helmut working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from ReConnor. #T2#
Helmut lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
ReConnor working for a triangle but Helmut defends it easily.
#SUB2#
ReConnor is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
ReConnor takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
ReConnor looking for a guillotine here but Helmut defends easily.
Helmut pushes down on ReConnor's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Helmut uses his free foot to push down on ReConnor's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for ReConnor.
ReConnor is trying to escape the mount.
Helmut wants to control the pace but ReConnor is squirming around nicely.
Helmut prevents ReConnor from getting the reversal.#SUB#
ReConnor tries to improve his position but Helmut has taken his back! Helmut has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will ReConnor tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Helmut pushes ReConnor away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Luigi Helmut!
A very excited looking Luigi Helmut 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:
KAMIKAZE 44: Revolution
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Helmut gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Dick counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dick.
Dick scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dick trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Helmut working for a triangle but Dick defends it easily.
Dick must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Helmut is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dick defends well.
Helmut pulls Dick in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dick is looking to work some ground and pound but Helmut has wrist control.#SUB#
Helmut has his foot on Dick's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dick works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Helmut is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dick stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Helmut swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dick keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Helmut's head.
Dick scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Dick has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Helmut to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Dick is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Helmut pulls down on the head and he's put Dick to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Luigi Helmut!
After winning the bout, Luigi Helmut 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:
KAMIKAZE 41: Guns
Date: Jul 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Rounded fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Helmut shoots for a double leg takedown but Rounded sprawls well. He's pushed Helmut's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Helmut shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rounded napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Helmut tries to move into full mount but can't pass Rounded's legs.
Rounded is trying to control Helmut's posture but Helmut avoids it. #SUB#
Helmut wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rounded, who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rounded is trying to escape the position but Helmut is controlling the position. #T1#
Rounded prevents Helmut from improving position.
Helmut controls the position.
Helmut is looking to take a break and control but Rounded is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Helmut tries to move to mount but Rounded blocks the move with his legs. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Helmut is working hard here to advance position.
Rounded tries to get back to half guard but can't.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Rounded regains half guard, as Helmut was trying to land strikes.
Helmut is pressing down on Rounded's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rounded is holding on for now. #T3#
Helmut moves nicely into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rounded is trying to control Helmut's posture but Helmut avoids it.
Rounded stops Helmut from passing to mount. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A big right from Rounded misses.
Helmut swats away the attempt to clinch by Rounded.
Helmut throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rounded's waist but Rounded gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Helmut off to one side.
Helmut rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rounded moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Helmut.
Rounded is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luigi Helmut. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Rounded moves into the clinch successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rounded lands a body punch in the clinch. #TD#
Helmut has clasped his hands together around Rounded's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Rounded is being controlled here.
Rounded is trying to control Helmut's posture but Helmut avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Luigi Helmut will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Rounded. #TD#
Helmut shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rounded is trying to defend but Helmut finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Helmut seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rounded does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rounded is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rounded trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helmut prevents Rounded from standing back up.
Helmut content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Helmut'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#
Helmut works his way into full mount!
Rounded is looking to improve his position but Helmut isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Helmut working for a guillotine from mount but Rounded is in no mood to give up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rounded keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Helmut can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rounded is looking to escape.
Luigi Helmut overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rounded tries to lock up and control but Helmut gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rounded is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Helmut is staying active.
Helmut controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Rounded has given up his back. Will we see Helmut going for some submissions?
#SUB#
Helmut has managed to slip his arm under Rounded's chin. This could be all over... yep, Rounded is tapping out! Submission win for Helmut.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Luigi Helmut!
After winning the bout, Luigi Helmut 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:
KAMIKAZE 38: Tornado
Date: Jul 21, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Galvao drives through with a takedown into guard. #SU#
Galvao gets to his feet. Helmut looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Helmut misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Helmut closes the distance and clinches up with Galvao, looking for a takedown. Helmut pushes Galvao against the cage but Galvao circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Helmut cracks Galvao with a good jab.
Helmut shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rafael Galvao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luigi Helmut.
Helmut shoots in for a double leg but Galvao sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Helmut looks to score with a jab to the body but Galvao is just out of range.#TD#
Galvao closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Helmut to the mat! Helmut manages to get full guard.
Galvao postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Helmut is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Galvao throws a sloppy strike and Helmut has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Galvao is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Helmut!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Luigi Helmut!
During a confident post fight interview, Luigi Helmut thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 34: Chance
Date: Jul 01, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Kenji feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Kenji sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kenji won't allow Helmut to sweep him here.
Kenji tries to stand but Helmut is controlling from the bottom.
Helmut looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kenji controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helmut preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1##SUB#
Helmut throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Helmut is looking for a triangle but Kenji pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kenji landing some decent shots from guard.
Helmut is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Shinto Elite MMA Academy that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Helmut is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Helmut utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SU2#
Kenji gets to his feet - Helmut follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Kenji drives through with a takedown into Helmut's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T2#
Helmut seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Helmut has his foot on Kenji's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kenji works his way back into a safe position though.
Kenji in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Helmut working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kenji doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Helmut is tightening it up a little... Kenji has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Kenji reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Kenji taps out! Nice BJJ there by Helmut!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Luigi Helmut!
Luigi Helmut thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 17: Bloody Night
Date: May 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Ketchum defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Helmut.
Ketchum tries a head kick but it misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by Helmut or perhaps it was just good defense by Ketchum, which made it look bad.
Ketchum keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luigi Helmut. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ketchum tries to land a front kick but Helmut steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Helmut scores with a hook to the body. Ketchum takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Helmut changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ketchum tries to avoid it but Helmut manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ketchum to the ground. Ketchum escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Helmut fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ketchum, pushing him back against the cage.
Ketchum is looking to control Helmut's arms but Helmut gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ketchum has his back to the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Helmut as Ketchum tries to tie him up. #T1#
Ketchum stalls.
Ketchum stalling in the clinch but Helmut improves position.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Helmut as Ketchum tries to tie him up.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Ash Ketchum.#CL#
Helmut closes the distance and pushes Ketchum back into the cage.
Ketchum is pushing Helmut up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Helmut tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ketchum smiles and moves away.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Helmut lands a body shot.
Helmut tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ketchum sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Helmut somewhat.
Ketchum defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Helmut.
Ketchum tries to counter with a clinch but Helmut shakes him off and moves away.
Helmut showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ketchum.
No luck for Helmut with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Helmut tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ketchum swivels and escapes.
Ketchum walks into a jab.
Nice takedown defense from Ketchum. No joy for Helmut on that attempt.
Ketchum looks to score with a jab to the body but Helmut is just out of range.
Ketchum circles away from the clinch attempt.
Helmut scores with a jab.
Ketchum throws an overhand right that lands on Helmut's shoulder, as Helmut tries to avoid the shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Helmut or perhaps it was just good defense by Ketchum, which made it look bad.
Ketchum slaps away a takedown attempt from Helmut, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
Helmut fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Helmut shoots in looking for a takedown but Ketchum manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Helmut's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Ketchum has managed to clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Helmut as Ketchum tries to tie him up.
Helmut tries to pull guard but Ketchum forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Helmut looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ketchum.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ash Ketchum dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Helmut tries to clinch there but Ketchum circles away.
Ketchum has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Helmut shoots in but no luck this time.
Ketchum looks to land a combination but Helmut avoids it well.
Ketchum defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Helmut.
Ketchum tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ketchum throws the kick towards the body but Helmut avoids it.
Helmut changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ketchum tries to avoid it but Helmut manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ketchum to the ground. Ketchum escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luigi Helmut. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Helmut tries to keep at a distance but Ketchum has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ketchum is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ketchum stalling in the clinch but Helmut improves position. #T1##TD#
Helmut manages to pull guard.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Ketchum has eaten all the pies!
Ketchum wants to pass the guard but Helmut is keeping the position.
Helmut wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Helmut is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Helmut controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Helmut trying to control but Ketchum is working from the bottom.
Helmut passes Ketchum's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ketchum really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Helmut. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Helmut passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ketchum! #SUB#
Helmut quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Helmut but it's paid off an Ketchum is forced to tap! Nice work by Helmut.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Luigi Helmut!
Luigi Helmut 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: Apr 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Romero looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Helmut is fending him off so far but Romero persists. Nope, Helmut circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Romero shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Helmut wants to improve his position but Romero is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Romero 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.#SUB#
Helmut is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Romero pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Helmut looking for submissions off his back.#T1##SUB2#
Romero is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Helmut defends it well.
Helmut tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Romero has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Helmut slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Helmut trying to control but Romero postures up.
#SUB2#
Romero is trying to work for a kimura but Helmut is defending well.
#T2##SUB2#
Helmut is defending against the submission attempts here by Romero.
Helmut trying to control here.
#SUB#
Helmut is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Romero pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Helmut looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Helmut trying to control but Romero postures up.
#SUB2#
Romero is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Helmut moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Helmut is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Romero throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Helmut looking to control.
#SUB#
Helmut looking for subs off his back but Romero has passed one foot through into half guard.
Romero throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Helmut slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Romero landing some decent shots from guard.
Romero looks winded!#SUB#
Helmut had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Romero defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eugene Romero dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Romero fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Helmut shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Helmut was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Helmut working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Romero regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Romero actively working from the bottom here.
Helmut is trying to control. Romero wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Romero 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.
Helmut sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Romero defending well though. #SUB#
Helmut is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Romero has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Helmut is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Helmut is working for a kimura but Romero is defending it quite comfortably.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Helmut is stalling here. Romero is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Helmut seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Romero has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Romero working the ground and pound but Helmut is defending the strikes.
Helmut sneaks back into half guard.
Romero passes into side control, despite Helmut's attempt to control the position.
Helmut gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Eugene Romero has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Helmut looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Romero sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Helmut defending well though.
Romero thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Romero seems to be looking for submissions.
Romero throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Helmut wants to control but Romero is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Helmut slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Helmut controls Romero momentarily but Romero frees himself. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Romero throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Helmut is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Romero rolls with it to try and escape but Helmut cranks on the arm and Romero is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Luigi Helmut!
After winning the bout, Luigi Helmut 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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